WATSON, Thomas Sydney James

Born on April 2, 2014. Passed away December 27, 2023.

Sadly passed away at the Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne, after a long battle fighting Leukemia, on December 27, 2023, aged 9 years.

Dearly loved son of Toby and Natalie.  Cheeky, fun-loving younger brother of Amy and Jacob.

To the medical and nursing staff at the Royal Children’s Hospital Kookaburra Ward, Thomas will always be known as the ‘King of Kookaburra’.

Special thanks to the Sunraysia community for their loving support.

Funeral Notice
Chapel of North West Funerals 596 Deakin Avenue, MilduraView Map

Family and friends of the late Tommy Watson are respectfully informed that his funeral service and celebration of life will be conducted at the Chapel of North West Funerals, 596 Deakin Avenue, Mildura, on Friday, January 12, 2024, at 2.30pm.

A private cremation will follow.

LIVESTREAM THOMAS' CELEBRATION OF LIFE HERE
Tributes
  1. Dear Natalie, Amy and family
    So sorry for your loss
    Thinking of you at this difficult time 💕
    Libby and Steph Woodhead

    Libby Woodhead January 5, 2024
  2. Dearest Natalie, Troy, Amy and Jacob.

    No words could ever express the deep sadness and loss of your beautiful little man Tommy.

    I have followed his last years journey from afar , constantly keeping him in my prayers and thoughts daily.

    I hope this verse will bring some solace , I like to think Thomas is in all of it.

    Our deepest , sincerest condolences.

    Anne, Xanthe, Nathan and Jayden. xxoo

    “Do not stand
    By my grave, and weep.
    I am not there,
    I do not sleep—

    I am the thousand winds that blow
    I am the diamond glints in snow

    I am the sunlight on ripened grain,
    I am the gentle, autumn rain.

    As you awake with morning’s hush,
    I am the swift, up-flinging rush

    Of quiet birds in circling flight,
    I am the day transcending night.

    Do not stand
    By my grave, and cry—
    I am not there,
    I did not die.”

    Clare Harner, December 1934

    Anne Moore January 6, 2024
  3. Toby, Nat, Amy and Jacob. We have been following Tommy’s long battle through Bella. We are so very sorry for you all that you have lost your precious Tommy, we send our deepest condolences to you all. Treasure those special memories of a wonderful son and brother. We will be thinking of you all through this tough time from all the Hinton Family 💚

    Diane Hinton January 7, 2024
  4. Dear Nat Toby Amy and Jacob thinking of you for the loss of your darling boy Thomas he was such a little treasure who will be sadly missed ❤️ Carl and von

    Veronica Cummings January 8, 2024
  5. Dear Natty, Toby, Amy and Jacob. While we are heartbroken for your loss, we’re also glad that Tommy is at peace now. I have been in awe of you and your family for the strength and resilience you have all shown. You will be in our thoughts and Tommy forever in our hearts.

    Love always, Kirsty, Tony and Connor 💜

    Kirsty Ferguson January 10, 2024
  6. Dear Nat, Toby, Amy and Jacob,

    All our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Tommy’s life brought us all so much fun, love and happiness. Each and every one of us will have beautiful and treasured memories of wee Tommy. May he rest in peace now and until we see him again….

    Maureen, Jack and Johnny Arcadiou January 10, 2024
  7. Dear Aunty Nett, Uncle Wes, all other aunts, uncles cousins, Nanny and Pappy and other grandparents.

    I my heart and prayers for all, no words can express your loss so I will let so I will let The Police 1983 , Every Breath you Take say it for me for you all :

    Deepest Love Anne, Xanthe, Nathan and Jayden.

    Every breath you take
    And every move you make
    Every bond you break
    Every step you take
    I’ll be watching you
    Every single day
    And every word you say
    Every game you play
    Every night you stay
    I’ll be watching you
    Oh, can’t you see
    You belong to me?
    How my poor heart aches
    With every step you take?
    Every move you make
    And every vow you break
    Every smile you fake
    Every claim you stake
    I’ll be watching you
    Since you’ve gone, I’ve been lost without a trace
    I dream at night, I can only see your face
    I look around, but it’s you I can’t replace
    I feel so cold, and I long for your embrace
    I keep crying, baby, baby please
    Oh, can’t you see
    You belong to me?
    How my poor heart aches
    With every step you take?
    Every move you make
    And every vow you break
    Every smile you fake
    Every claim you stake
    I’ll be watching you
    Every move you make
    Every step you take
    I’ll be watching you
    I’ll be watching you
    (Every breath you take)
    (Every move you make)
    (Every bond you break)
    (Every step you take) I’ll be watching you
    I’ll be watching you
    I’ll be watching you
    whoo, hoo
    (Every game you play)
    (Every night you stay) I’ll be watching you
    I’ll be watching you
    I’ll be watching you
    I’ll be watching you
    (Every single day)
    (Every word you say)
    (Every game you play)
    (Every night you stay) I’ll be watching you

    By: Gordon Sumner aka Sting

    Anne Moore January 10, 2024
  8. Dear Natalie Toby Amy & Jacob your wonderful boy is now at peace & free of pain. We have been with your family who all showed such courage & strength in your precious boys battle. We are all heartbroken but now Tommy is home & at peace. Luv Auntie Rose Lou Josh & Lukey ❤️🌈

    Rose Hibberd January 10, 2024
  9. Tommy will forever be remembered as brave, courageous, cheeky and wise beyond his years.

    We will miss him dearly, and forever remember his incredible fight.

    Deepest condolences to Nat, Toby, Jacob and Amy and the extended family.

    RIP Tommy

    Kookaburra Nursing Staff January 11, 2024
  10. Toby and Natalie.
    Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
    Sandra and Jim Clarke.

    Sandra and Clarke January 12, 2024
  11. Dear Nat, Toby, Amy and Jacob and your extended family.
    You are all in my thoughts. My words cannot say enough about Tommy. He will always have a place in my heart.

    Janie Broadfoot January 12, 2024
  12. Dear Natalie and Granny Maureen and family,
    Sending you my love and prayers today and always.
    I am blessed to have taught Tom at RCH this past year and will always remember his smile, his cheeky sense of humour and our times reading dinosaur stories and playing Bingo on Fridays.
    He will be missed greatly and made an impact on all of us RCH teachers.
    Love Cassie

    Cassie Gibson January 12, 2024
  13. Dear Natalie and Granny Maureen and family,
    Sending you my love and prayers today and always.
    I am blessed to have taught Tom at RCH this past year and will always remember his smile, his cheeky sense of humour and our times reading dinosaur stories and playing Bingo on Fridays.
    He will be missed greatly and made an impact on all of us RCH teachers.

    Love Cassie

    Cassie Gibson January 12, 2024