Obituary of Harold L. Watson

Watson, Harold Lincoln age 89 passed away on Sept. 17, 2014. Harold was a 60 year resident of Totowa. Harold graduated from Passaic Valley Regional High School in 1943. A life long motorcycle enthusiast, Harold was an office salesman for J&B Business Machines, Clifton during his career and retired in 1988. Prior to that, He worked for William H. Coleman and Associates, Paterson as a Sales Person. Harold was a member and past President of the Happy Seniors of Totowa leading the group on numerous trips to Atlantic City, Branson Missouri and other destinations. He was also an avid gardener. Harold was married to the late and former Eleanor Eanelli for fifty five years, and affectionately called her his "Dolly". Harold married Eleanor Eanelli in June of 1950 with the promise of never riding a motorcycle during their marriage. A promise he kept. A devoted husband, Harold and Eleanor were avid travelers taking trips to Hawaii, Alaska, and Italy during their lifetime together. They visited almost every state in their travels and also spent time visiting the Caribbean Islands. He is the last surviving member of the Watson clan. His parents, John and Elizabeth passed in 1970 and 1964 respectively. He was pre deceased by his brothers Jack, Charles, Robert, Billy, Peter and his sisters Lillian and Helen. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service at the Festa Memorial funeral Home, 111 Union Blvd., Totowa on Thursday at 10:00 AM. Interment to follow at Laurel Grove Memorial Park, Totowa, where he will be intered with his "Dolly". Relatives and friends may visit Wednesday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Heart Association, National Center, 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX. 75231 would be appreciated. For more information, go to www.festamemorial.com.