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Junita Watson Obituary

CLINTON -- Junita S. Watson, 94, of Clinton, passed away peacefully Monday morning, April 25, 2011, at MaineGeneral Medical Center, Thayer campus. She was born at home in Canaan on Aug. 6, 1916, the daughter of Eugene and Nancy Pearl (Nason) Salsbury.

She graduated from Clinton High School in 1935 and married Myron E. Watson in October 1935. She worked for the Clinton Woolen Mill and Besse Brothers Tannery, and she assisted Myron in the operation of Redington's Funeral Home in Clinton. She also enjoyed cooking and sewing for many people.

She attended the Methodist Church. She received a Silver Star Certificate for 25 years of service to the Clinton Grange. She was a member of the Town and Country Trail Riders and the Clinton Senior Citizens. She assisted in developing the school lunch program by cooking food and bringing it into the schools to feed the children.

She accompanied Myron on many hunting and fishing excursions and enjoyed spending time at the Canaan and Moosehead camps. She was predeceased by her husband of 56 years, Myron E. Watson.

She is survived by her two sons, Gerald A. Watson and wife Ruth, and David L. Watson and wife Lila, all of Clinton; a cousin who was more like a sister, Eileen Booker and husband Hollis; longtime special friend, Betty Chandler; grandchildren, Laurie Watson Dale and husband David Dale, Michael Watson and wife Jody, Mark Watson and wife Kim, David L. Watson II and wife Loriann, Matthew Watson and wife LeeAnn, and Missy Watson Parlin and husband Rod; great-grandchildren, Rachel Watson, Matthew Dale, Katherine Watson, Tashia Watson, Devon Watson, Jonathan Dale, Hannah Parlin, Taylor Watson, Lauren Watson, Hallee Parlin, Brielle Watson and Brandon Watson.

The family would like to offer special thanks to all the caregivers that helped Nana and allowed her to stay at her home.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 27, at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Fairfield. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 28, at Brown Memorial United Methodist Church at 36 Church St. in Clinton. Burial will occur at Greenlawn Rest Cemetery in Clinton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Brown Memorial United Methodist Church in Clinton, c/o John Whitten, 12 McNally Road, Clinton, ME 04927.

Condolences may be expressed at www.lawrybrothers.com.

Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 107 Main St., Fairfield; 453-6049 or 800-660-2111.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Morning Sentinel on Apr. 26, 2011.

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Tami Thrasher-Bayne

May 10, 2011

To the entire Watson family, my deepest sympathies. I have the fondest memories from growing up around the Watson family and she was a very big part of those memeories. She will be greatly missed.

BERNIE DOBLE

April 29, 2011

to the watson family sorry for you`r loss

Jeff, Lisa and Ben Pierce

April 28, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Watson Family. June was a warm and caring soul who touched all of us in many ways. I got lots of extra wear out of my cloths growing up thanks to her sewing and mending ability. She will be greatly missed.

Rev. Sue Davenport

April 27, 2011

Dear friends, I am so sorry to hear of June's passing. She was such a sweet spirit and I have wonderful memories of our visits together. Please know that you are all in my heart and my prayers. Much love, Sue Davenport

Mike and Brenda Blair

April 27, 2011

Dear Gerry, Ruthie and family,
We're both so sorry about your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. There is truly another angel watching over you and your family.

Mary & Glenn Bernatchez

April 27, 2011

She was a special lady and will be missed. Thinking of all of her family.

Caroljean Fitzpatrick-Pelletier

April 27, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss.

arthur julia

April 26, 2011

I knew mrs watson from 50 yrs ago. saw her some time ago and she was still the nicest,warmest person I've ever met.

April 26, 2011

Nana June, Devon and the Watson family have always been a special part of Dylan's life. Please accept condolences from our entire family.

Judy Forrest

April 26, 2011

June, a wonderful lady and a very dear friend for many years. I am going to miss you. We had lots of memories to share; we both enjoyed talking about the great times at Canaan camp. I love you. Sharon & Gerald Buker Belleview, Fl.

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