Retired printer Warren Watson dies at 86

Warren Watson, of Naples, Fla., and Akron, Ohio, passed away on April 3, 2008.

Warren was born on Dec. 10, 1921 in Akron, Ohio to the late Elmer and Nettie Watson. He was a proud U.S. Naval pilot Lieutenant (jg) during World War II. He attended Iowa State University where he received his pre-flight training. He was also a graduate of North High School. Following his time in the service, Warren joined the staff at the Akron Beacon Journal as a printer. He retired in 1983 after 35 years of employment. Warren was an avid golfer, participating in several golf leagues, including golf with his longtime Winnipeg friends. Warren was a Little League coach in the Firestone Park area and later enjoyed watching the accomplishments of his grandchildren as they played sports.

Warren is survived by Isabel, his wife of 61 years. He is also survived by his children and their spouses, Dennis and Regina Watson of Akron, Ohio, James and Jean Glase of Naples, Fla., David and Robin Watson of Akron, Ohio and Robert and Ashley Watson of West Chapel, Fla.; nine grandchildren, Christopher, Amie, Nathan, Laura, Jeanine, James Jr., Jeffrey, Taylor and Rachel; three great-grandchildren, Jacob, Amelia and Amber.

Warren was preceded in death by his brothers, John, Robert, Paul and Leland.

Visiting hours will be at the HENNESSY-BAGNOLI FUNERAL HOME, 936 N. MAIN ST., AKRON, on Thursday, April 10, 2008 from 5 to 8 p.m. Services will be Friday, April 11 at 10:30 a.m. at the same location, followed by interment with military honors at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.

There is a word of grief the sounding token

It is known on land, sea and ocean

It is the saddest word ever spoken

'Tis called good-bye.
[Beacon Journal, Akron, OH,Wednesday, April 9, 2008, page B7, col. 5 ]