Robert G. Watson, Jr.

Robert Green Watson, Jr. was born to Evelyn Clara Watson and Robert G. Watson, Sr. on August 30, 1943 in Baldwyn, Mississippi. Bob passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025 at 3:10 a.m. attended by his sister, Carolyn and nephew, Rodney.

Bob moved with his family to Toledo, in December 1950. He joined Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church under Pastor Burrell. After many years away from Toledo, he returned to Macedonia. He loved his church and church family.

Bob graduated from Waite High School and briefly attended Central State University. Bob worked in various areas, but enjoyed most communications and instructing various groups.

Bob was preceded by his parents, siblings, Gloria Penn and Randall C. Watson, granddaughter, Mecca M. Watson and niece and grandniece, Kori and Korrina.

Bob is survived by his children, Robin, Reea, Robert III, Christen, Alexander, Ryan, and Randall. Also, survived by sister, Carolyn.

The Watson family thanks everyone for their prayers, shared memories, and all acts of kindness during this time.

The family will receive guests on Friday, October 17, 2025 at Charity Baptist Church (1850 N. Superior St. Toledo, OH) starting at 6:00 p.m. for a memorial service in honor of Bob.

A Letter From Heaven by Ruth Ann Mahaffey

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say.

But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.

I'm writing this from heaven.

Here, I dwell with God above.

Here, there are no more tears of sadness;

Here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I am out of sight.

Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.

That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through.

God picked me up and hugged me and he said, "I welcome you.

It's good to have you back again,

You were missed while you were gone.

As for your dearest family,

They'll be here later on.

I need you here so badly, you are part of my plan.

There is so much that we can do, to help our mortal man".

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do

And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.

And when you lie in bed at night, the days chores are put to flight.

God and I are closest to you...in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years.

Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.

But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.

Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.

But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.

But on this is for certain though my life on earth is over.

I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;

But together we can do it by taking on day at a time.

It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too;

That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who is in sorrow and pain;

Then you can say to God at night...My day was not in vain.

And now I am content...that my life was worthwhile.

knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low;

Just lend a hand to pick them up, as on your way you go.

When you're walking down the street and you've got me on your mind;

I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go...from that body to be free.

Remember you're not going...you're coming here to me.