Obituary of Gary Jacob Watcheston

November 13, 1988 - Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

May 10, 2022 - Calgary, Alberta

Gary Watcheston of Calgary, AB passed away on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at the tender age of 33 years old.

Gary was born on November 13, 1988, in Saskatoon, SK. He will be remembered for his loving smile, his big heart, and acts of kindness.

Gary was predeceased by his mother Brenda Watcheston. He is survived by his son Jax, and daughter Skylynn; his father Gary Riddell; and siblings, Nathanial, Garrett, Christopher, Ashley, Alyssa, and Travis. He is also survived by his many loving aunties, Twilia, Melodie, Sheila, Rose, and Merle, and many other aunties, his uncles, kôhkoms, and mosôms, as well as cousins, Sharon, Karen, and Ally and numerous other cousins, extended family and friends who helped us during this difficult time and provided support. I’m sorry if I missed anyone. Special thanks to our knowledge keepers and Elders.

“It was cold shocking

when I kissed your forehead, I

knew then you were gone.”

Haiku Poem written by Ashley Watcheston after the loss of our late mother Brenda.

Gone but never forgotten, as he will live in our hearts always.

A Funeral Service will be held at Ochapowace Reserve on Saturday, June 4, 2022. Graveside to follow at Watcheston Cemetery. Condolences, memories, and photos can also be shared and viewed here.

In living memory of Gary Watcheston, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Park Memorial, 5008 Elbow Drive SW, Calgary, AB T2S 2L5, Telephone: 403-243-8200.