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Phillip Watson Obituary
AIKEN - On Tuesday, August 27, 2019, that Great Day arrived. From the earth Reverend Dr. Phillip Watson, evolved and took the journey to his heavenly home. Reverend Watson was born on January 22, 1926, in Ridge Spring, South Carolina, to the late Wallace Watson and Louise Peterson Watson. He graduated from Schofield Normal Industrial High School and attended Johnson C. Smith University in North Carolina and Benedict College in Columbia, SC. He was on the way, seeking after what life had to offered but his passion stayed the same.
In 1951, Reverend Watson married the love of his life, Thelma Wingfield of Augusta, Georgia. Together they have two sons: Phillip Wallace (Josie) of Washington, D.C., Elder Henry Noah (Carrie) of Columbia, SC. Family was always his first concern. Reverend and Mrs. Watson ensured the upbringing of the boys was to be well educated and to know who God is. This union also brought about five grandchildren and six great grandchildren. He also leaves to cherish four sister-in-law's, Dorothy Peterson of Johnston, SC; Elsie Wingfield of North Augusta, SC; Zora Watson of Norristown, PA; and Georgene Crawford of Augusta, GA and one brother-in-law, John Wingfield of Augusta, GA and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and a world of friends.
Funeral Services for Reverend Dr. Phillip Watson, of Aiken SC will be held 12:00 noon, Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at the Friendship Baptist Church in Aiken, SC. With the Rev. T.C. Edwards, Pastor; the Rev. Joseph Cook, Officiating and the Rev. Douglas Slaughter the Eulogist.
Interment will be in the Jessamine Memorial Garden, Aiken, SC.
Rev. Watson will lie in state Sunday at the Amos & Sons Funeral Home, Johnston from 3-6 pm, Monday at the Culbert Branch Baptist Church from 11am -3pm in Williston and a visitation will be held 6-8pm Monday evening at the Brightharp & Sons Funeral Home, Aiken, SC
Amos & Sons Funeral Home, 412 Railroad Avenue Johnston is in Charge of Funeral Arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Phillip Watson
October 8, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Abbie Cook
September 4, 2019
I remember when he was my pastor at Lotta Grove Baptist Church. He was a great man and pastor. Nettie Lee Thornton, Leon Thornton, and Abbie Thornton-Cook
vincent robinson
September 3, 2019
a great man of god. he baptized me and gave me my start in the music industrie. and he taught me about the love of god. until we meet again doc.
Patty Love Bentley
September 3, 2019
Phillip, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. .
Robert Hall
September 3, 2019
Phillip and Henry, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I remember him very well. In your time of need, remember, we are thinking of you. May the force of Goodness be with both your families at this time.
Harper family
September 2, 2019
You are in our thoughts and prayers.Our condolences to the Watson family.May God's peace be with you always.
Ruby Butler
September 2, 2019
Henry & Carrie,
Rev Watson was a great person and will be dearly missed. I've known him for a long time. I even worked with him at Southern Bell, I will forever remember his friendly smile and kind words.RIP
Patrick Kelly
September 2, 2019
My deepest condolences to the Rev. Philip Watson family. I am thankful to God for Pastor Watson's spiritual investment in my life, in the lives of so many, and in the advancement of God's Kingdom. May God grant His healing and comfort to the family during this time of loss.
Rebecca Dorch
September 2, 2019
Rev. Watson thank you for all you did for me, as my pastor for 40 years, you had a genuine love for the people that you lead. Thanks for being an example for young black men, as a husband, a father and just a great human being. My family will always remember and love you.
Leroy(Punchy)Dunn Jr Dunn
September 2, 2019
To Henry and Phil
There is an old saying that states The day he was born,he cried and the World rejoiced. He lived his life,so that when he died,the World cried and he rejoiced.
We all have been truly blessed to have shared in Rev.Watson's Life.We cry over your loss but rejoice for him in his new place Heaven
Josephine Young
September 2, 2019
Praying for my family. Sending my deepest condolences and much love.
Cora (Watson) Stevens
September 1, 2019
Uncle Phil, the last of the Watson men of your generation. A blessing to all of us,we were fortunate to have had you for so long. Those of us that remain, will do our best to continue your genuine love of family and stay together as you always wanted and spoke about often. You will be missed, but never forgotten. The Watson Family Reunion in Heaven should be awesome, a forever day of rejoicing.
Cora (Watson) Stevens
September 1, 2019
Uncle Phil, the last of the Watson men of your generation. A blessing to all of us,we were fortunate to have had you for so long. Those of us that remain, will do our best to continue your genuine love of family and stay together as you always wanted and spoke about often. You will be missed, but never forgotten. The Watson Family Reunion in Heaven should be awesome, a forever day of rejoicing.
Laura Sims
August 31, 2019
There are no words or expressions to express the sorrow I have in my heart to lose such a dear uncle. May God's grace and blessings cover our family during this difficult time.
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