George Cedric Watson, 79, of Palmer Township, died Sunday, April 2, 2017 in ManorCare, Bethlehem.
Born April 5, 1937 in Staten Island, NY, he was a son of the late George W. and Isabelle (Nolan) Watson. He and his wife, Donna (Kaltenbaugh) Goldthorp Watson were married 42 years.
George worked in the Office of Admissions and the Office of Alumni Relations at Lafayette College for thirty years. After that he was the Director of Annual Giving at Moravian College for five years until retiring in 1994.
He was a graduate of Curtis High School, Staten Island. He graduated from Lafayette College in 1958 and earned his master’s degree from Lehigh University. He served in the Coast Guard during the Vietnam War.
George was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church, Easton. He was a former president of the Easton Lions Club, an active member of the Maroon Club at Lafayette College and a volunteer at Easton Hospital.
Surviving with his wife, Donna are two sons, Brian Watson and his wife, Jennifer of Nazareth and Greg Goldthorp and his wife, Lori of Harrisburg; four grandchildren, Brittny, Jordan, Eric and Kennedy; three step-grandchildren, Justin, Stephen and Christian; three great grandchildren and a cousin, Roy Douglas Watson. His son, John Gregory Watson died earlier.
A memorial service will be held 6:00 pm Saturday, April 8, 2017 in Trinity Episcopal Church, 234 Spring Garden Street, Easton. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements.
Contributions may be made to the Easton Lions Club, 33 S. 4th St., Easton, PA 18042. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com
Patti Price
April 4, 2017 at 8:55 am
Dear Donna and Family,
Very sorry to read of George’s passing. Such a GREAT person and a joy to work with during the many years we overlapped at Lafayette.
Sincerely,
Patti Price
Robin Flemming
April 4, 2017 at 9:39 am
Donna and family – I was so sorry to read of George’s passing. He was a wonderful colleague who I enjoyed working with at Moravian College. He was upbeat, personable, and a true team player. It was always a pleasure to see the two of you, Donna and George, out and about years after our Moravian days. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. George was a true gentleman, one of a kind, and I know he will be missed by many. A life well lead.
Judy and Paul Brunswick and family
April 4, 2017 at 10:14 am
Donna,
Our hearts go out to you and family . We will miss our many great discussions with George through the years!
Judith Campbell
April 4, 2017 at 12:24 pm
Donna, Cappy and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. George will be missed, always enjoyed talking with him.
Dorothy Mathis Dashe
April 4, 2017 at 6:27 pm
Donna, Brian, Greg and Family-We are so deeply sorry for your loss and will hold you all in prayer.
The Mathis Family
June Bachman
April 4, 2017 at 11:17 pm
Worked for George at Lafayette College for several years. He was such a gentleman and a joy to work for. He had a great personality and was always easy going. Sorry to hear of his passing. Prayers and sympathy to the family.
Lynn and Ron Nunamaker
April 7, 2017 at 8:09 am
So sorry to hear about George.I saw that he did get home for a while which was something he had wanted. His old roomate at Old Orchard, Ron, is also very sad. My heart goes out to you as I know what a struggle it has been for you caring for him through this last illness. I am sending along a big hug to you.
LYNN AND RON