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EDNA WATSON Obituary

EDNA JANE WATSON, 94

WINTER HAVEN - Mrs. Edna Jane Watson passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2014.
Mrs. Watson was born on March 9, 1920 in Fitzgerald, Georgia to Leola and Earnest Lackey. She and her husband, William W. Watson, moved to Winter Haven from Atlanta, Georgia in 1955.
Under the tutelage of Realtor Maynard Travis she received her Florida Real Estate License. Mrs. Watson was a pioneer female real estate broker in Winter Haven. She was a member of the Winter Haven Board of Realtors since 1956. She served as a director on the Winter Haven Board of Realtors for 11 years in the capacity of secretary, treasurer, vice president and in 1967 was elected first female President of the Board. In 1965 she was chosen "Realtor of the Year", the first woman to receive this distinction. She also served as the 10th district Vice President of the Women's Council of the National Real Estate Board. Mrs. Watson and her husband founded Watson and Watson Realtors in 1958. After a time her son, William C. Watson, joined the company and together they operated Watson and Watson Realtors for over 45 years.
Mrs. Watson was very active in numerous civic organizations, serving as a lifetime member of the Salvation Army Advisory Board, Vice President of the League of Women Voters, a member of the Polk County unit of the American Cancer Society, Business and Professional Women's Club and the State Planning and Zoning Association. In November 2012 she was honored as a 50 year member of the Grand Chapter of the Florida Order of Eastern Star. She was a member of the Winter Haven Nazarene Church.
She is preceded in death by her husband William W. Watson. Mrs. Watson is survived by her children Willene Johnson (Bill) and Bill Watson (Linda); 8 grandchildren: Cheri Wright (Steve), Kim Lockhart (Steve), Jimmy Johnson, Hunter Watson (Carolyn), Aaron Taylor, Carrol Watson (Carlin), Casey Watson, Gillian McIntee (Jay); 9 great grandchildren: Andrea Cardona (Brian), Steven Lockhart Jr. (Chelsey), Rachel Averett (Michael), Steven Wright, Jared Wright, Sadie, Tony and Aliyah McIntee and Carlin Bennett; 1 great-great grandchild Jacob Cardona.
The family would like to thank her loyal caregivers Marylyn Page, Elaine Barrow, Sophia Benavidez, Ofelia Leija and the Comfort Keepers staff for all the support and love that they gave our mother.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Oak Ridge Funeral Care, 2425 W. Havendale Blvd., Winter Haven on Sunday, July 13th at 1 o'clock in the afternoon. Family will receive guests immediately following.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Winter Haven Nazarene Church or the Tampa Lighthouse for the Blind. Condolences to the family can be sent at
www.oakridgefuneralcare.com .

Published by News-Chief from Jul. 11 to Jul. 12, 2014.
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We are so sorry for your loss. She was a great person. She will be greatly missed.Our love and prayers are with the family

Ray & Cindy Willis

July 14, 2014

The Watson Family,

Miss Edna was a credit to our profession! I will always cherish the imprint that she has had on my life as a role model to me from the moment I entered the real estate profession. She helped mold me as a young Realtor to strive for excellence. My life has been enriched by her presence. She set the bar! I am thankful for her encouragement and her willingness to teach. One I have always admired. Love and Prayers to all of you as only God can comfort at this time.

Renee Butler

July 12, 2014

Linda & Bill,

I am very sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Beverly Eskdale

Beverly Eskdale

July 12, 2014

Bill and Linda,

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. The comfort is knowing she now is resting in heaven. God Bless you and your family. Love Clark East

Clark East

July 11, 2014

Bill I share with you the lost of your mother, she was a big part of my life when I was growing up. I also know the heart ache of losing a mother, there is nothing like it. Mothers are special people in our lives. God Bless you and know that our mothers are always with us looking down on us each and every day.

Larry Seckel

July 11, 2014

Mrs. Watson was a very nice lady.

Judy Kueker Secretary @ The Salvation Army

July 11, 2014

Bill, may you find comfort and peace in your loving memories of your Mother. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Diane & Bill Slaybaugh

July 11, 2014

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