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Doris Watson Obituary

CHATHAM Doris G. (Mcnabb) Watson, of Chatham, died peacefully on November 15, 2008 at the Liberty Commons Nursing. Born in Dorchester, raised and educated in Quincy, she was the daughter of the late John J. and Gertrude Mcnabb. Doris worked many years as a waitress at The Hollow in Quincy, Anthonys Pier Four in Boston and the Sword and Shield in Harwichport. She was beloved wife of the late Benjamin Watson. She is survived by her son Michael G. Dwyer and his wife Donna of Milton, Loving sister of Marion Lorgeree of Dorchester, Rita Bestick of Hingham, Janet Delang of Weymouth, and Joseph Mcnabb of Braintree. Also she is survived by 2 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at Nickerson Funeral Home in Chatham Tuesday, November 18, 2008 from 2 to 5 p.m. Services will be at Holy Redeemer in Chatham 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 19, 2008. Burial will follow.

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Published by The Patriot Ledger on Nov. 17, 2008.

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Ellen & Bob Lorgeree

November 18, 2008

Michael, we are so sorry to hear of your Mom's death. We just found out this morning. We wish we had known earlier. Our love and prayers are with you , your Mom & your family. Ellen and Bob

Benjamin T. Nickerson

November 17, 2008

My codolence to the family. Doris was as special person I have had the privilege of knowing since the early sixties when she and Ben made their weekly trips to Chatham.

The Staff of Nickerson Funeral Home

November 17, 2008

We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.

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