James Kenneth “Ken” Watson
March 19, 1933 – June 22, 2022
James Kenneth “Ken” Watson of Prince Frederick, MD, loving husband and father of three children, went home to our Lord on June 22, 2022 at the age of 89. Ken Watson is survived by his wife Nancy Anne, and two children, Cheryl Lynn Horrocks (children Rodney (RJ) and Kristy) and Scott Allan Watson (wife Shannon, children Brandon (wife Hannah), Logan and Keirsten). He is preceded in death by his parents, Mabel Florence Bowen and James Edward Watson, and his daughter Karen Ann Smith (children Danny and Aaron). Ken also has 14 great grandchildren: RJ (wife Lindsey, children Kaylea, Kolton), Kristy (husband Eric, children Zackary, Emily), Aaron (wife Lyndsey, children Brayden, Quinn, Camden), and Danny (wife Rachel, children Tanner, Logan, Nathan, Kylee, Parker, Cole, Jaxson)
Ken entered into service for his country with the United States Navy at the age of 17. Four years later he began a 39-year career with the National Security Agency. He earned 2 Meritorious Civilian Service Awards, and his assignments placed him in harm’s way in both hot wars and cold, and in the war against drugs.
Ken had a passion for service for his community including the Calvert County Lions Club, the American Legion, the Shriners, and the Masons. He joined the Lions Club when he was 29 and served for over 60 years. During that time, he held every office, some multiple times, and served as the District Governor of District 22-C. He loved telling stories and talking politics. Did we mention that he loves telling stories?
Two viewings will be held at Rausch Funeral home in Owings, MD on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at 2:00PM to 4:00PM and at 6:00PM to 8:00PM. A Lions Club service will be held at the conclusion of the 6:00PM service. The funeral service will be held at Huntingtown United Methodist Church in Huntingtown, MD on Wednesday, June 29 at 11:00. Interment will be immediately after the service on the grounds at the church. A celebration of his life and luncheon will occur after the interment service in the church multipurpose facility. I think we mentioned that he loves to tell his stories. Donations may be sent to the Calvert County Lions Club, P.O. Box 214, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.
Visitation
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
&
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Services
- Funeral Service
Wednesday, June 29, 2022
11:00 AM
Interment
- Burial
Contributions
Calvert County Lions Club
PO Box 214
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
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24 Jun 2022
10:05pm
It is not possible to count how many lives have been improved or touched by Lion Ken’s association with the Calvert County Lions Club. The Lions are ‘Knights of the Blind” as declared by Helen Keller, and focus on providing eyeglasses and hearing aids to County citizens. They also hold regular blood drives, vision and hearing screenings, and support many local social service agencies. I’ve only known Lion Ken for about 17 years, but I am honored and proud to have known him and Nancy. He has been recognized as a Melvin Jones Fellow, Arnold Patz Fellow, Honor Roll recipient, Past District Governor, Past Council Chairman and two Lions Club International Presidential Medals. He had wonderful sense of humor, and he could spend hours telling stories of his growing up in Calvert County, his career, his friendships, and his career with the Lions Club. Fly high, Lion Ken. You are loved and will be missed by so many. God is waiting to hear your stories.
City
Prince Frederick, MD
State
MD
24 Jun 2022
10:38pm
Sending our Deepest Sympathy to the family and Nancy. We have known Ken for years from going to church at Huntingtown United Methodist Church and he was such a nice gentle man of God. He is now at peace.
Bob and Theresa Trott
City
Huntingtown
State
Md.
25 Jun 2022
10:51am
Ken Watson was a very caring man! He served his country as a member of the Navy. He was a true member of the Calvert County Lion’s Club. He served as a King Lion and a District Governor. He served 60 years in the Lion’s Club. He was a long time member of Huntingtown United Methodist Church. He will be missed. Prayers for all the family
Jim & Debbie D’Amico
City
Huntingtown
State
Maryland
28 Jun 2022
12:33pm
Uncle Kenneth – Thank you for your many many years of honorable service to this Great Nation! From the US Navy, the NSA and the Lions’ Club. Your record was impressive and impeccable. Many fond childhood memories of you and Aunt Nancy. God bless you, Aunt Nancy, Cheryl, Scott and the entire Watson family. You are in my prayers.
City
Tracy’s Landing
State
MD
30 Jun 2022
6:33am
It saddened my heart Nancy to hear of Kenneth’s passing. There are no words to comfort at a time like this; but do take solace in knowing your friends share in your sorrow.
City
Mount Pleasant
State
South Carolina
30 Jun 2022
9:37am
The Lions of Lexington Park extend sincerest condolences to the family of Lion Ken Watson.
City
Lexington Park
State
MD
1 Jul 2022
5:05pm
Ken showed me how to be a Lion. Greatly missed. Sorry to miss the services.
City
Rockville
State
Maryland
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It is not possible to count how many lives have been improved or touched by Lion Ken’s association with the Calvert County Lions Club. The Lions are ‘Knights of the Blind” as declared by Helen Keller, and focus on providing eyeglasses and hearing aids to County citizens. They also hold regular blood drives, vision and hearing screenings, and support many local social service agencies. I’ve only known Lion Ken for about 17 years, but I am honored and proud to have known him and Nancy. He has been recognized as a Melvin Jones Fellow, Arnold Patz Fellow, Honor Roll recipient, Past District Governor, Past Council Chairman and two Lions Club International Presidential Medals. He had wonderful sense of humor, and he could spend hours telling stories of his growing up in Calvert County, his career, his friendships, and his career with the Lions Club. Fly high, Lion Ken. You are loved and will be missed by so many. God is waiting to hear your stories.
Sending our Deepest Sympathy to the family and Nancy. We have known Ken for years from going to church at Huntingtown United Methodist Church and he was such a nice gentle man of God. He is now at peace.
Bob and Theresa Trott
Ken Watson was a very caring man! He served his country as a member of the Navy. He was a true member of the Calvert County Lion’s Club. He served as a King Lion and a District Governor. He served 60 years in the Lion’s Club. He was a long time member of Huntingtown United Methodist Church. He will be missed. Prayers for all the family
Jim & Debbie D’Amico
Uncle Kenneth – Thank you for your many many years of honorable service to this Great Nation! From the US Navy, the NSA and the Lions’ Club. Your record was impressive and impeccable. Many fond childhood memories of you and Aunt Nancy. God bless you, Aunt Nancy, Cheryl, Scott and the entire Watson family. You are in my prayers.
It saddened my heart Nancy to hear of Kenneth’s passing. There are no words to comfort at a time like this; but do take solace in knowing your friends share in your sorrow.
The Lions of Lexington Park extend sincerest condolences to the family of Lion Ken Watson.
Ken showed me how to be a Lion. Greatly missed. Sorry to miss the services.