Gary Watt was the SWP branch secretary in Leyton in east London in the 1990s.
He worked as a post office counter clerk and was a dedicated CWU union rep. He made himself available to his members 24/7, always fighting in their corner.
Gary always had time for his customers providing support and a friendly face.
After retiring he retrained as a volunteer to support refugees learning English and found great satisfaction in the role.
His approach to politics was patient and persuasive, rather than confrontational. Gary’s socialism was a visceral response to the world based on compassion.
As a secular person of Jewish background, he valued his cultural roots whilst being a committed anti-Zionist.
He had many interests, a long-distance cyclist, a loyal a Leyton Orient football fan and a lover of literature and music.
He was a kind, thoroughly decent human being who will be sorely missed.
Sheila Curtis and Dave Wolstenholme
