Obituaries
Nelson Edward Watson
01/27/1963 - 05/06/2024
Mr. Nelson Edward Watson, age 61, of South Hill passed away Monday, May 6, 2024, in his home. He was a retired detective with the South Hill Police Department, where he selflessly served the community for 25 years. Nelson was a proud husband and father. Mr. Watson is survived by his loving wife of thirty-one years, Tammy Watson, his three daughters; Cindy Burwell (Andrew) of Chesterfield, Robin Hensley (Robert) of South Hill and Shannon Watson of Fredericksburg, VA, his two sons; Shaun Watson (Ashley) of San Francisco, CA and Christopher Watson of South Hill, his three brothers; Robert B. “Topper” Watson of Lawrenceville, Ashley Green “Chipper” Watson (Robin) of LaCrosse and Taylor Bishop Watson of Georgia, his six grandchildren: London Burwell, Dallas Burwell, Carley Hensley, Makayla Hensley, Aaron Hensley and Liam Campbell. Nelson was predeceased by his parents, Lewis Edward “Cotton” Watson and Jane Bentley Watson. He will forever be loved and missed. A memorial service will be held Friday, May 10, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. in the Crowder – Hite – Crews Funeral Home Chapel, with visitation starting an hour before at 1:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Southside Rescue Squad at P. O. Box 546, South Hill, VA 23970. Online condolences may be made through our website, www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Watson family.
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Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home & Crematory
PO Box 422
1504 N. Mecklenburg Ave.
South Hill, VA 23970
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Sorry To hear, was a good neighbor
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Heartfelt Sympathy to Tammy and her family.Praying for your comfort.
Thank you friend
Thank you for all you did for this community. You were kind and fair. We appreciate all you personally did for our fair when we needed you.
Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God. Lord wrap your arms around his family and bring them peace and comfort.
My dear Tammy, I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest and most sincere condolences are sent to you and your family. May Peace be with you.🙏🏿💜
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Condolences to the family. RIP.
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Sending love and prayers to all family and friends!! Nelson was a wonderful man. He served our community with compassion, honor and pride! He made a difference in so many lives. He has earned his angel wings and God welcomed him with open arms. ❤️🙏
My deepest sympathy to the Watson family.
He was a great man and a huge part of my journey he loved his family more than anything my condolences
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It’s been years since I’ve seen any of you but still care for all. My deepest sympathy and prayers. Gob bless all of you.
Long time friend
My sincerest condolences to Tammie and the rest of Nelson’s family….one of the kindest men and awesome Detective I ever knew…always looking for ways to help others…He will be missed and remembered by so many ….Rest in Paradise dear one 🙏🌈
Nelson will always be very special to our community and am thankful to have had the privilege of meeting many years ago… prayers for his family ❤️
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Paradise is even more beautiful since this good soul entered Heavens gates..Sending love and hugs to all Nelson’s family and friends…Praying for all of you to find comfort in knowing where he is…God bless each of you…
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My deepest sympathy for all of Nelson’s family. He was one of the nicest people you could have the honor of knowing, as is his family.
My deepest sympathies to Nelson’s family. For many years, it was pleasure to work with him. He was a fine man. Lifting his family in prayer.
Cuz
Rest in peace. Till we meet again