Robert A. Watson, 67, of Alton, passed away at his home Thursday, April 30, 2015.

He was born March 1, 1947, the son of the late Frederick and Alvina C. (Uebelhack ) Watson.

Bob graduated from Alton Senior High School and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. He worked as an accountant for Noll, Hundman & Co., P.C., Certified Public Accountants and in private practice before retiring. Bob enjoyed fishing and camping.

He is survived by an aunt, Vera (Watson) West of Jacksonville, Fla.; and cousins, Floyd (Linda) Watson of Granite City and Lou Watson of Alton.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Alvina (Uebelhack) Watson; grandparents, Everton and Rena Watson; and aunts and uncles, Raymond and Mary (Watson) Walter, and Everett and Eloise Watson.  

Cremation rites were accorded.

A memorial visitation will be held at Elias, Kallal, & Schaaf Funeral Home, 2521 Edwards St., Alton,  from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 12.

Private interment will be held at Upper Alton Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Online condolences and guestbook may be found at www.eliaskallalandschaaf.com.

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