Watson Yates Funeral Home

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Medford L. Jr., and Louise Watson had a son, Paynter Medford Watson, born to them in 1921. Paynter would grow up around the business and would eventually become the 6th generation funeral director in his family.
After graduating from high school, Paynter went to Eckels Mortuary School in Philadelphia, PA., from which he graduated in 1940. Upon returning to Seaford he joined the family business, until WWII, when he was drafted into the Army and served from 1942 until 1945.
In 1945 Medford L. Watson Sr., passed away and Medford Jr. took over the day to day operation of the business with his son Paynter assisting him. After a few years Pasher Watson Medford's brother left the firm to pursue other interest. In 1959 Medford L. Watson Jr., passed away and Paynter Watson became the sole operator of the business until 1968, when took in Gary Yates as an associate.
Mr. Watson retired in 1986 at the age of 65 and turned the operation of the funeral home over to Mr. Yates. The funeral home incorporated in 1988, with Mr. Yates becoming the majority share holder and Mr. Watson minority share holder Upon the death of Paynter Watson in 2001, Mr. Yates inherited the business and property.