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WATSON: Donald Rae of Exeter, formerly of Sooke, BC and Arkona, ON

June 27, 2018 By Haskett Funeral Homes 5 Condolences

WATSON: Donald Rae of Exeter, formerly of Sooke, BC and Arkona, ON

Passed away peacefully at the Exeter Villa on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 in his 98th year. Beloved husband of the late Mary Roberta (Cascaden) Watson (1965). Loving father of the late Kathleen Marie (1965), Bonnie Jean, Robert Andrew, Russell Alan and Betty, Donald Dennis and Cheryl, William Kenneth, and Christopher Wayne and Marilyn. Loving grandfather of Joshua, Matthew, Sarah; Daniel, Lisa, Eric; Colin, and Caitlin. Loving great-grandfather of Charles, Henry, and Sam. Predeceased by sister Gladys Westgate.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter on Friday evening, June 29th from 5-8 PM. Private family interment Arkona Cemetery.

Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

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  1. William Kenneth Wastson

    October 15, 2018 at 9:48 AM

    I wish to extend my condolences to my sister and brothers on the passing of our father.His kindness and compassion will be sorely missed!

    William(Bill) Watson

  2. Steve Atchison

    June 29, 2018 at 9:54 PM

    I’d like to extend my condolences to my childhood friends, My memories of your Dad was always smiling, and a kind wave. Always hard working, and always on the go. I hope you have fond memories of living and playing in Hungry Hollow as I do.

    I’m thinking of all of you.

    Steve Atchison

  3. Exeter Villa

    June 29, 2018 at 11:29 AM

    The residents and staff of the Exeter Villa send their heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

  4. Diane McCarter

    June 27, 2018 at 7:23 PM

    Dear Bonnie,
    Thinking of you at this sad and difficult time. Many hard working days your dad had, always with a big smile on his face. May you find comfort in the coming days with all the memories you have with your dad.
    Thought are with you.
    Diane, Dave and Travis

  5. Evelyn Vincent

    June 27, 2018 at 3:28 PM

    Russ, Betty and family
    Sorry to read of your loss. Trust the many good memories will help bring peace

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