Vern was a wonderful neighbor and friend. He was always there for you. We are sorry we just learned of his passing. Our deepest sympathies go out to his family. He will be deeply missed! Our love and condolences - John, Maria & Alexx

Uncle Vernon was one of the first people I knew as a child. He took care of me when my parents were away and continued on throughout my life, checking in on me, sending me cards on my birthday...his kindness always meant the world to me and I want his family to know that Jimmy Economos appreciates him and everything he did for us. We love you Uncle Vernon!

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

I  FLEW  727  COPILOT  FOR  VERN  MORE  THAN  ANY  OTHER  CAPT.
HE WAS  A  MELLOW,  ENCOURAGING  KNOWLEDGIBLE  TEACHER 
OF  HIS  COPILOTS.   HE  WAS  A  GENTLEMAN  &  A PLEASURE  TO  
FLY  WITH.    HE  WILL  BE  MISSED  &  FONDLY  REMEMBERED.

PEACE & COMFORT TO HIS FAMILY & CLOSE FRIENDS,
SINCRELY,
WALLY (GW) PETERSEN
ATL 764 CAPT.  RET'D 2003

Our love and prayers go out to the Watson family.  Sincerely, Susan and Denny Walsh, Miami, Fl.

Vern belonged to another group of pilots and I met him there many years ago.  He was always a warm, gracious, and often entertaining part of our group.  We hadn't seen him in quite a while, due mostly to his extensive travels, but he was always a sterling gent and we'll miss him greatly.  

I'm sad to hear of his passing and I send warmest thoughts, prayers, and condolences to his family.

Blue skies,
Lyle Prouse, ret'd Northwest Airlines pilot

My sincere condolences to your family.  My late husband was an Air Force buddy and a fellow Delta pilot who enjoyed being a friend of Vern's.  May you have peace and pleasant memories.
Trisha Townsend (Mrs. George Townsend)

I'll always remember Vern's smiling face and positive attitude. He was a real pleasure to fly with. God's grace and strength to the family.

My friend:   I never got to visit him at his home but I knew his life and I thought more of him than I did of most folks I have visited & knew closer 

Man of honor and dignity & would have been proud to have served with him any time any place.  I will miss him.  Mike

We the members of Laurinburg High School class of 1955 would like to extend our deepest sympathies to Vernon's entire family.  We so enjoyed seeing him at our reunion a couple of years ago.  All of us have such fond memories of him when he lived in Laurinburg during our early school years.  We are sorry to learn of his passing and extend to each of you our deepest sympathy.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

H.M. Patterson & Son - Arlington Chapel

Jesse Watson

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Jesse Vernon Watson Jr.

Born 12 NOVEMBER, 1937

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