WATT, ALEXANDER (SANDY) McKAY, 80 of Summerland, BC, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2013. He had bravely confronted and fought pancreatic cancer. Sandy is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Amanda McConaghy, his children, Robin Watt (Jim Mould), Michael (Lorraine) Watt, and Eric (Leigh Ann) Watt, five grandchildren, two great grandchildren; sister, Patricia Higgins of Surrey, England and many friends. Sandy was predeceased by his parents, Frederick and Myra (Gammie) Watt of Aberdeenshire, Scotland, as well as his step-mother, Barbara King Watt of Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Sandy was born at "Balnastraid" near Logie Coldstone, Aberdeenshire, Scotland on June 27, 1932. He was a graduate of the Aberdeen Grammar School (1939 - 1950) and had many fond memories of his years spent as a boarder at "the bug house". He retained many friendships from that period and was a Life Member of the Aberdeen Grammar School Former Pupils Club. Sandy emigrated from Scotland in 1954, to work with Shorthorn cattle at Killearn Farm, located in Tofield, Alberta. In 1955, he joined Woodward's Stores Ltd. (Edmonton). He worked for Woodward's until retirement in 1986. At the time of retirement, he was the Divisional Merchandise Manager (BC/AB) of Housewares, Chinawares, Giftwares, and Seasonal Merchandise, working from the Vancouver Head Office. Upon his retirement, he was honoured by the Housewares Industry in Toronto. Sandy had a love of golf and was a member of several clubs, including the Vancouver Golf Club and the Summerland Golf and Country Club. He served as Club Captain at both clubs and was a past Director of the Summerland Golf and Country Club. He will be missed by his many golfing friends, particularly the Wednesday and Friday Groups. There will be no service by request. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice. Arrangements in care of Everden Rust Funeral Services.
↧