Science. In 1978, Scott married Shirley Todd. They lived in Three Forks, and Scott worked at K&L Mortuary. He eventually returned to Bozeman and completed his bachelor’s degree in English in 1982. During that time, he also completed a ministry training program through the Bozeman Church of Christ. He worked as a campus minister in Bozeman. They moved to Minneapolis, and Scott worked as a minister for the Minneapolis Church of Christ. After returning to Montana in 1986, he worked for many years as a funeral director in Billings, Great Falls and Ellensburg, Washington. He retired from funeral service in 2015, and Scott served as a minister and elder for the Great Falls Church of Christ until his death. Scott was a faithful and devoted husband, father, brother and grandfather. He was a passionate disciple of Jesus, loved to study the Bible and dedicated his life to helping others grow closer to the Lord. He was known for his optimism, joyful smile, compassion and service to others. Scott was an avid hunter, hiker, cyclist and lifelong learner. Scott is survived by his wife, Shirley; sons, Chad (Sara) and Todd (Amanda); brother, Ross (Sue); and grandchildren, Hannah, Heidi, Gage, Levi, Silas, Amira and Amaya. The viewing took place at O’Connor Funeral Home at 2425 8th Ave. N., on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, from 5:00 p.m.‑8:00 p.m. A funeral service was held Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, at the Great Falls Church of Christ at 1300 6th St. NW, with viewing at 11:00 a.m. and the funeral at 12:00 p.m. The burial followed at Highland Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Great Falls Church of Christ. Condolences for the family may be shared at www.oconnorfuneralhome.com. Jayson Daniel Watkins Nov. 25, 1968-Sept. 13, 2024 Jayson Daniel Watkins, 55, passed away at home in Kalispell on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024. Jayson was born on Nov. 25, 1968, in Iowa and raised by Paul and Diana Watkins. He graduated from Arapahoe Community College in 1998 with a degree in mortuary science. Jayson wore many titles: husband, dad, brother, son, papa, friend and, perhaps his most well-known attribute, funeral director. He served many communities throughout his 26 years as a funeral director in Montana, Oregon and Arizona, where he owned his own funeral home. He had a passion for helping people, and he was able to do that in the funeral industry. Jayson found serenity and joy in the mountains, forests, rivers, lakes and oceans. He was a true outdoorsman, avid hunter, fisherman and skier. His adventurous spirit took him on travels around the world. He was a lifelong Seahawks fan who enjoyed listening to classical rock. Most importantly, he was a family man who loved cooking and hosting barbecues that were surrounded by loved ones. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew him. Jayson will forever be remembered by his wife, Danielle Teske-Watkins; his children, Jayson Watkins (Kimberly Boulger), Kayla (Patrick) Finlan, Kyleigh and Bayleigh Burgoyne; grandchildren, Alexia and Makayla Brabham, Jayson, Adynn, Roman and Jasper Watkins, and Patrick and Willow Finlan; his father, Threan Leach, his siblings; John (Teri) Watkins, Gary (Sarina) Watkins, Linda Wright, Jody (Falicia) Watkins and Kimberly (Tracy) Wood; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in passing by his dad, Paul Watkins; his mother, Diana Watkins; daughter, Feleshia Brabham; granddaughter, Emma Finlan; and his brother, Keith Watkins. A celebration of Jayson’s life was held on Saturday, Sept 28, 2024, at 12 p.m., at the Canvas Church, 255 Summit Ridge Dr. in Kalispell, Montana. Directors Digest | 19
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