It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my brother Andrew William Watson on May 20, 2023 at the Dr Bob Kemp Hospice in Hamilton after a short battle with cancer.
Andy was born on November 28, 1955 in Toronto, Ontario. Andy was predeceased by his loving parents Gordon Watson and Joyce Watson (nee Webb).
He is survived by his sister Sara Bertie Crocker, Uncle Dave Webb, nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family and friends.
Andy grew up on Finch Avenue in Agincourt surrounded by many of his family members. Andy was fortunate to have many of his cousins live close by, where they spent endless days happily playing together.
Andy was a loving, kind and gentle soul. Andy enjoyed visiting family and keeping in touch with his family and friends through Facebook. Andy enjoyed history, watching sports, playing cards, old movies and music. His favourite musician by far was Elvis Presley. He also enjoyed listening to Roy Orbison, Elton John and Willie Nelson. When Andy was a young man, he was the proud owner of a Corvette Stingray and a Trans Am.
The second half of Andy’s life was spent living and working in Hamilton. Andy made some very good friends which were like a second family to him. He spoke very highly of his dear friends, Sandra Molnar, Sarah Molnar, Shianne Molnar, Jeff Hogan and Nikki Rottenberg. Andy was often included in the Molnar family functions. His friends in Hamilton were very supportive during Andy’s illness.
Andy will be deeply missed by his sister and all his family and friends. Andy will be cremated and there is no service planned at this time. Donations in memory of Andy can be made to the Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice in Hamilton.
There are no goodbyes for us. You will always be in my heart.
Love Always Bertie ❤️
Will always miss you Andy, especially at the holidays when you’re no longer with us 💔. We will forever reminisce about all the good times, and play some Elvis in your memory. This is not goodbye, but see you soon 💕. Love Sarah and Shianne xox
Andy you were always there with a helping hand and an ear to listen
There will always be a big hole in my heart but so many happy memories to dwell upon
Love you forever
Hugs
Sandra
Give my regards to Elvis ❤️❤️❤️
I will miss you terribly good buddy and all the long talks we had. Rest in peace – till we meet again.
I got to share a few seasons hanging out with Andy and my sister Sandra , Andy called her Saundra or pudd. We did alot of garage sales and antique stores far and wide getting so excited about every nicknack and bobble we found . Andy loved going through old records and watching closely what we liked and he’d go back and get it secretly for a gift long after we forgot about it . Fun times fond memories. Thankful for the good times with Andy.
Signing off Wendy loo, as Andy like to call me.
I will remember you forever I am going to miss your little quotes every morning
Our condolences go out to Sarah and all of Andy’s family and friends. We remember visits from Andy to the Crocker residence over the years. Andy always seemed to be upbeat and so happy to be visiting. May you rest in peace forever, Andy. Chris & Ed Dickson
Andy was a kind, friendly, caring soul that left everyone a better person after interacting with him, whether it be through a smile, a wave, or hearing his distinct knock on the door. He was beloved in the halls at CTC, and treated everyone in a way that made them feel like they mattered.
Sir Andrew Watson, you made me a believer in the goodness of the human spirit and also, in Elvis. May you take care of business up there with the King.
‘til we meet again, may God bless you. Adios. ~ Elvis Presley
My condolences to Andy’s family and friends. Andy was always friendly and kind. He will be missed.
I am very sad to hear the news. My sincere condolences go out to Andy’s family and friends. Andy was a good friend of mine for the last 10 years.
I’m going to miss our morning chats about music and classic TV shows. I’ll always think of Andy when I listen to the records, he gave me.
Andy, I hope you’re hanging out with Elvis and Steve McQueen now. Until we meet again.
Your pal Michael
Missing all Andy’s daily posts on Facebook and HAPPY FRIDAY emails, so I thought I’d share a funny memory here…
Many years ago I was doing a night course and didn’t have a sitter so Andy gladly offered to watch Shianne for me. She was probably about 3 years old at the time. I thought when I came home, I’d find Andy watching the “tele” as he would say, and shianne sleeping 😴 soundly. Not surprisingly, when I came home around 10pm, I found shianne happily playing with her toys in the living-room and Uncle Andy proudly watching her. He quickly told me that she wouldn’t stop crying when he said it was B-e-d time, so he let her stay up till mommy got home! 😆 oh Andy lol he would always let her have her way ❤️. He would never want to make her cry. Love you Andy xo