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Watson, Richard 'Rick' A.
Richard “Rick” A. Watson, 51, died Monday, Aug. 5, 2013, at home in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, surrounded by family and friends.
Rick was preceded in death by his father, Russell; his mother, Shirley; and wife, Milissa.
He is survived by his wife, Julie Armstrong “Watson;” sons, Nathan Bast, David Bast and Mitchell Mills; daughter, Cassandra Bast; nine grandchildren; and his beloved pooch. Lobo.
Rick was a loving father, husband and mechanic to all.
Celebration of life for family and friends at Playtime Tap at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10.
Published in The Gazette Aug. 7, 2013.
Corrected spelling of deceased wife and published Aug. 8, 2013 in The Gazette
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