Kenneth S. Watson
August 31, 1957 ~ September 23, 2022
BEVERLY- Kenneth S. Watson, 65, peacefully passed away on September 23, 2022, in his home surrounded by family. He was the devoted husband to Memie (Ouellet) Watson for the past 27 years.
Born in Biddeford, Maine on August 31, 1957, he was the son of the late Richard J. and Virginia (Jones) Watson of Danvers. Ken was raised and educated in Danvers. He was a career EMT and Paramedic. He worked for over 48 years for Lyons Ambulance Service in Danvers and more recently for Northeast Regional Ambulance in Middleton. Ken was an author and historian of the S.K. Pierce Haunted Victorian Mansion in Gardner, where he restored the Mansion back to its original grandeur. In his spare time Ken enjoyed playing guitar, cooking, bagpipes, artwork, restoration, and has a great sense of humor.
In addition to his wife, Memie, he is survived by three siblings, Barbara Watson of Danvers, Stephen Watson and his wife, Marie of NY, Karen Watson of Danvers, his three children, daughter Michelle MacLean and her husband Duncan of Worcester, his son Michael Watson of Beverly, his daughter Jenna Switzer and her husband Jason of Georgia, his grandchildren, Benjamin, Mason, Mac and Mia and several nieces and nephews.
His funeral service will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ken’s name to the Care Dimensions, 75 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA, 01923. Online condolences are available at www.LyonsFuneral.com
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Both Jeff Cabot Sutton HP and I Leslie Cabot Armstrong HPs remember Ken most fondly for his scene of humor and willingness to help everyone. Most of all the love between Memie and him. Our dearest shared memory is the time we visited the S.K. Pearce mansion before the renovations were complete. It was and still is one of the most prominent experiences of our lives. We love you and always will.
Thank you for being my friend 🙏
I am so sorry for your loss. My your memories soften the grief during this time. Ken was an amazing EMT/paramedic. I always knew when he and Memie came to take the patient out of the ED they were in great hands. Thoughts and prayers are with you all !
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Ken was an amazing host when we stayed over for the ultimate horror fan prize in 2018. His work on the mansion was/is absolutely stunning, and his passion was so easy to see. Ken was very talented, a hard worker, and a fun person to ghost hunt with. I will cherish his book and our memories with him. Hugs to Memie and all other friends and relatives.
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Kenny was a great brother in law, he had a great sense of humor. He was kind, caring and a great cook. He will be missed by his family, friends and community. RIP Kenny.
Kenny was a great brother in law. He was kind, caring and had a great sense of humor. He was a great artist and a wonderful cook. You will be missed by family, friends, and the community. RIP
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I’ll always treasure the times we had working at Lyons, especially back on Elm Street. Deb and and I can not find the words to express our condolences.
😢Im so sad to have just read of Kenny’s
passing. I fondly remember babysitting for the Watson children and very much being in love with baby Kenny.
My sincerest sympathy to his Family!!!
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Kenny wasn’t just my neighbor, he was my friend. Someone who always looked out for me. I would joke with him that he was my silent husband! Anything & anytime I needed help with, he didn’t hesitate. He would always make sure I got a plate of anything he cooked.
I will so miss his laugh and his silly side.
Rest In Peace, my sweet friend. 🙏🙏
Ken, I will always remember your smiling face and your professionalism when bringing patients to the ED. You and Memie loved your jo. And we’re the best at it. We have lost one of the best and you will be missed by all who were lucky enough to have known you and called you friend. My prayers to Memie and your family. May you rest in peace
So sorry for the loss of Kenny Watson! He was a neighbor and friend to all of my family. I will remember him very fondly.
Janet Otovic
My thoughts and prayers are with Ken’s family .I’ll always treasure the times we worked together at Lyons. Sincerely, Gloria Harrison