Sam the Skunkman
A Celebration of Life
Honoring The Legacy of
David Watson
A Fundraiser for Davids Celebration of Life
Photos provided by Davids family and Ryan Lee.
David Watson, known to the world as “Sam the Skunkman”, was a father, husband, grandfather, mentor, friend, and visionary who changed the face of cannabis forever. His pioneering work- from founding the international hemp association to his scientific advancements in cannabis breeding & cultivar development, his research & his advocacy shaped the industry as we know it today. David’s legacy is as authentic as it comes & continues to inspire cultivators, researchers, breeders, extractors & enthusiasts worldwide.
Now, it is time for us— the community he was so pivotal in building —to honor his life and contributions with a proper farewell.
David Watson’s legacy lives on in every population & cultivar he created, every garden, and every cultivator he inspired. Whether you knew him personally, worked alongside him, or simply admired his contributions to cannabis, we invite you to be part of this tribute to a true pioneer.
Let’s celebrate Sam the Skunkman the way he would have wanted—with community, gratitude, grace, and a shared love for the plant he devoted his life to normalizing.
Thank you for your support. We appreciate every one of you on this journey with us, & hope you will all join us in person, or via the web broadcasts.
One Love
How You Can Help
We are raising funds to cover the costs of the memorial service, gathering spaces, and community tribute events so that those inspired by Sam’s life—along with his friends and family—can come together to celebrate his legacy, his teachings, and the immense impact he left behind.
Memorial venue & event logistics
Smoker’s Party & community gathering spaces
Travel & accommodations for Sam’s loved ones
Technical setup for virtual participation
Every contribution helps ensure that we honor Sam the way he deserves.
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Bitcoin Donations Accepted: See QR code below, link: bc1qtsmdh9de0m00ksn0cnks-glgwvhcrdngpzumz4p
Live Fundraising Tribute on Hash Church
Before the Celebration of Life, join Hash Church for a special tribute show to raise funds for Sam’s memorial. This live stream will include stories, reflections on his life & incredible contributions, and opportunities to contribute.
Watch & Donate Live: https://www.youtube.com/live/7KtiV_9vXhU?si=zMeDKC8kyr2NJ7o7
Join Us in Honoring a Legend
David Watson’s legacy lives on in every population & cultivar he created, every garden, and every cultivator he inspired. Whether you knew him personally, worked alongside him, or simply admired his contributions to cannabis, we invite you to be part of this tribute to a true pioneer.
Let’s celebrate Sam the Skunkman the way he would have wanted—with community, gratitude, grace, and a shared love for the plant he devoted his life to normalizing.
Come Celebrate With Us in Remembrance
Organized by Marcus Richardson, Ryan Lee, Donna & Etienne Fontan, this Celebration of Life will be a heartfelt tribute featuring stories from those who knew him best, music, and a space for the community to share their love and gratitude for the man who shaped so much of what we know and love about cannabis today.
A Celebration of Life
You are invited to gather in celebration and remembrance of David Watson at a special Celebration of Life event, where we will share stories, music, and reflections on his extraordinary impact.
Date: Wednesday, February 5th
Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Riggers Loft Wine Company – R&B Cellars
Address: 1325 Canal Blvd, Richmond, CA 94804
Contact: (510) 233-2065
Smoker’s Party
Following the memorial, join us for an evening of remembrance at a Smoker’s Party, where we will continue to celebrate Sam’s legacy in a relaxed, welcoming space. This is a smaller space with an absolute maximum of attendees to be limited to 150 people because of fire code regulation.
This second event will be held:
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Location: Root’d In The 510 Equity Weed Dispensary
Address: 4444 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94603
Contact: (510) 488-1148
For those unable to attend in person, we will be live-streaming the Celebration of Life on Hash Church, with a Zoom-in option available from 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM PST. A live feed will also be displayed at the consumption lounge during the Smoker’s Party.
ZOOM INFO:
Bubbleman Marcus Richardson is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: David Watson aka Skunkman Sam celebration of life session
Time: Feb 5, 2025 06:30 PM Vancouver
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84423367755?pwd=xsio09DTGCcKNSItsbvEnm5Eua8340.1
Meeting ID: 844 2336 7755
Passcode: 048436
Why Humboldt Grace is Fundraising for This Event
Humboldt Grace was founded to support and uplift the cannabis community by preserving its history, empowering its people, and honoring the pioneers who paved the way for the legal and cultural movements we see today.
Sam the Skunkman was not just a cannabis breeder—he was a teacher, a mentor, a educational Sherpa, and a source of inspiration for so many who sought to understand and cultivate the plant with wisdom and integrity. His contributions helped shape the very foundation of modern cannabis genetics, legalization efforts, industry standards & best practices, and his path of discovering the legal loopholes that allowed him to execute his life’s work & dreams is an example for all who follow in his foot steps.
Because of his profound impact on the cannabis world, Humboldt Grace is honored to take on the responsibility of helping raise funds for Sam’s Celebration of Life. Our goal is to ensure that his friends, family, & cannabis community have the opportunity to come together for the tribute his incredible le life of passion, purpose & love so truly deserves.
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