Obituary of Michael Watson

WATSON - Michael Jay, age 51, of East Gore, passed away at home on December 3, 2015. Born on July 22, 1964 in Cambridge, Ont., he was a son of Douglas and the late Leona (Johnson) Watson. Mike served in the Royal Canadian Navy for 22 years as a Master Seaman on both ship and submarine. After his retirement, he was an active and high-profile advocate for benefits for Canadian Armed Forces members with ALS, which he lived with for 12 years. Mike loved camping, particularly in Nova Scotia's provincial parks, often volunteering as campground host. He enjoyed woodworking in his home workshop. A true family man, Mike's proudest accomplishment would have to be his two daughters, Michelle and Kimberley. Brenda, his loving wife of 23 years, was his soulmate and support. Mike was one hell of a guy, who gave ALS a huge kick in the ass and taught the rest of us about strength, determination, and not allowing a disease or condition to control us completely. He lived with it, but it did not define him - he defined it. Mike is survived by his wife, Brenda (Lewis) Watson; daughters, Michelle (Johnathan Wile), and Kimberley (Justin Burns); and brothers, Charles, Glenn, and Mark. Cremation has taken place, with no visitation or service by request. Everyone is invited to come share their memories of Mike at an Open House on Tuesday, December 8 from 2-6pm at his home at 2751 Hwy 202, East Gore. Donations in memory of Mike may be made to the ALS Society of NB and NS. Arrangements have been entrusted to the compassionate care of the J. Wilson Allen Funeral Home, Hwy 354, Kennetcook, N.S. Ph-902-362-2440 or please visit our web site at www.allenfh.ca to sign the guest book or send private condolences.