Richard A. Watson

November 9, 1954 - December 8, 2020

Richard A. Watson, 66, died Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at the Kaplan Family Hospice following a two-year battle with cancer. Born in Beverly on Nov. 9, 1954, he was the son of Marjorie (Twisden) Watson of Danvers and the late James Watson. A lifelong Danvers resident, he was a graduate of Danvers High School, Class of 1972. Rick was employed as a heavy equipment operator, most recently with Agresource in Rowley. He was a longtime member of the Danvers Fish & Game Club and he had an incredible talent restoring vehicles and equipment. In addition to his mother, he leaves a sister, Kathleen of Danvers, two brothers, Tom of Peabody and James of Salem, several nieces and nephews, as well as many loving extended family members and dear friends. Funeral services are private and a memorial service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Richard’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.