Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

From Dr. Damini Mehta and the Woodbridge Medical Centre Staff.

My thoughts are with each and everyone of your family. Norm was
a true Christian gentleman that we will miss very much.

Out thoughts are with you all. Losing a parent leaves a big hole in your heart, but good memories help the hole to heal.

Our deepest condolences to the whole family,especially to Karen and Michael Lonsway.

John and I are sorry to hear of the death of your father. He was an outstanding individual whose selfless contributions to the community at large were exemplary. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Norma and Family,

We were so sad to hear the news. What a wonderful husband , father and Pop he was. You will miss him so much but your memories of the past and the stories you hear over the next while will help you through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all

David and Lea

So many fond memories of Uncle Norman . . . from Christmas gatherings in Kleinburg to camping across Canada. Our thoughts and prayers are will you.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Watson family. We have fond memories of watching Norm cane chairs at Woodbridge
Fair, and always enjoyed his honey each year. He had an interest in so many things- a fine gentleman. He will be missed- but fond memories will help you through. Ray and Isabelle Bottoms

Uncle Norman will be greatly missed. I remember him for his kind, wise, generous and gentle spirit. His hand-crafted antique mirror, given to Shari and I as a wedding gift, hangs in our front entrance as a proud reminder. Our thoughts and prayers from Calgary.

Love,
Ian, Shari, Julia and Anna

Norman has lived a long and fruitful life and has left a great legacy before him. His time on earth has expired but eternal life is just beginning and it will be a whole new life together with the Lord Almighty. He is happier than ever.

On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the Ontario Institute of Agrologists please know how saddened we are to hear the news. Norm was an OIA member since 1962 and his commitment to excellence is a standard that new agriculture practitioners should strive to achieve.

Norm will always be remembered for his kindness and humility. He also impressed as a talented writer and keen observer-see his account of his travels in Siberia. His traits will live on in his wonderful family. We will never forget Norm

My condolences, Norma, on the loss of your father. Norm, and Olive, were so much a part of Kleinburg that it now seems as though a whole era has passed. Vivid memories of them in pioneer dress at Binder Twine, as they exhibited their handicrafts, stay in our minds. Examples to all of us in their dedication to family, church and community, they are sadly missed, but by none as much as you yourself Norma, Brian, Chris, and all your family. May God grant you comfort in your happy memories.
Bea Parkes

Our sincere condolences to the Watson family. OAC ’52 lost a very active and dedicative member on the executive of year 1952 of the Ontario Agricultural College. For many years he was also the organizer for the Agricultural Hall of Fame to round up 29 volunteers every year. He will be sadly missed.

My thoughts are with Norman’s family. I was a co worker with Norman and always appreciated his wisdom and advice. I also recall Norman’s friendly phone calls to ask if I could volunteer at the Hall of Fame at the Royal Winter Fair. A great man. Norman will be missed.

Condolences to the Watson and Arlow families. Ontario Agriculture and his community have lost a great supporter.

The family of the late Robert and Evelyn King, Elders Mills
Donna and Bob Berebrick, Goderich
John and Wanda King, Seaforth

Please accept our deepest sympathy. David and Joyce George

Sincere sympathy to the Watson Familly. I worked with Mr. Watson at the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food and he also got me involved with the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame. Mr. Watson was a true gentleman! May your happy memories comfort you.

Joyce Weylie

Just a note from me in addition to our joint condolences above. Norm used to phone once a year to book Matt for the RAWFair Hall of Fame and invariably he was not home! (typical Aggie!) So I would take the message and ended up having a very nice and interesting chat with Norm on all matters agricultural . I’m anAggie from the rival college – Macdonald College = the ag college of McGill) . Then a fter having shingles in Feb 2006 I was able to finally socalize again = at the Klinberg reunion at Olive & Norm’s – a very enjoyable occasion. in September.Good thing for all those wonderful memories with great friends. This is a tiny piece of your parents past. Jane Valk

Norman and my father were very much alike. They were both highly skilled, very easy to get along with, ethical, and generous –and neither turned bitter when they were struck with Parkinson’s.

After my parents died and I went through cancer, I felt very isolated. When I came to the Watson’s for chair caning lessons, they made me feel at home. They let me look at the wonderful crafts they created, and they inspired me to again be creative. I always felt refreshed after an afternoon with them. I miss them both.

Karen, Mike, Mark and Katie, we have been thinking about you with love and empathy. Take time to look after yourselves and to enjoy the special memories you shared. Please call on your ‘village’ of family and friends for support and comfort.

We we sorry that we could not make it to your Dad’s visitation or funeral but we want you to know that we were thinking of you and wishing you our condolences. Mom has such fond memories of your family and especially you girls in the 4H club. You Dad-and Mom too will be missed by your whole family but keep your memories alive as they will comfort you. I am sure that your Dad is happy to be with your Mom again and together they can watch over all of you.
God Bless,
Agnes and Marlene

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your father.

Hi Marina – Sorry about your Dad. I will always remember when he rescued my Mum and I from our bees. They decided to stage a revolution and swarmed one of the trees in our backyard. My Dad had just left on a business trip and we didn’t know what to do. My Mum called your Dad. He came down from Kleinburg, like a white knight in his bee suit, and calmly took the bees in hand (a stick actually) and took them away. I’m pretty sure that was the end of my parent’s beekeeping adventures! I am thinking of you and your sisters at this sad time. Sue

We were so sorry to hear of Norm’s passing. We had many happy conversations with him reminiscing about OAC. His sage advice about plants was something we looked forward to at the Kleinburg spring sale. Norm will be missed by many. Please accept our sincere condolences.

My condolences to all your family.
Ann Wood

To the Watson family
I had the priviledge of meeting your parents through craft shows, Over the years I have accumulated numerous pieces of your Moms dried flower arrangements neatly packaged in the antiques collected by your Dad,not to mention the wonderful homemade jams and mustards she made for Christmas. I think the most tresured crafts I have are the bees wax figures made by your Dad that are brought out every Christmas and hung on our tree. It is blanketed by little bears, santas, and stars and I think of what kind and warm people both your parents were. Your family are truly lucky to have had such nice peolpe in your lives. My deepest sympathy. Mary-Anne Holmes

Very saddened to hear of Mr. Watsons passing. He was an avid supporter and very loyal Past President of the College Royal Society at the University of Guelph. I and the other Presidents always looked forward to seeing him each March, and missed him this year. My deepest sympathy.

Chuck Baresich and family.

Norm was one of our mentors when I joined the Ag Rep Branch back in 1979. He was a great extension worker and was a great example to the new recruits. He contributed a lot to the improvement and advancement of agriculture during his 35 years with the Ministry. My sympathy to your family on his passing. Phyllis MacMaster