Marie Dorothy, nee Heiserer, Watson, 89, of Marissa, IL; born September 20, 1924 in Kelso, MO; passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2013 at Sparta Community Hospital in Sparta, IL.
Mrs. Watson was a homemaker. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Marissa, IL.
She was preceded in death by her parents – Anthony and Alma, nee Zoellner, Heiserer. Her husband Winford J. Watson whom she married on April 10, 1944 in Kelso, MO and who passed away on April 7, 1995. 2 sisters – Leona Goesche; Viola Cain.
She is survived by her children – William Watson of Marissa, IL; Juanita Doolittle of Marissa, IL. Her grandchildren – Harry Doolittle III; Jason Watson; Jill Watson; Jimmy Doolittle. Her great-grandchildren – Wendy Doolittle; Paige Watson; Megan Doolittle; Will Watson; Ellie Doolittle. 1 brother – Anthony Heiserer.
Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church.
Visitation: Friends may call at the First United Methodist Church in Marissa, IL on Thursday, November 14, 2013 from 9:00am to 11:00am.
Funeral: Services will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Marissa, IL on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at 11:00am with Rev. Rebecca Williams officiating.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Juanita, Bill and their families. I know she was a special lady and you will miss her. May God put his arms around you all and give you peace and comfort in this difficult time.
Rest In Peace Aunt Marie…..Little Ricky
Posted by: Rick Watson – Fort Smith, AR – Aunt Nov 12, 2013