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SALLY WATHEN Sally Thimmes Wathen passed away June 8, 2013, in Denver. Born in Lancaster, Ohio, and raised in Columbus, Ohio, she graduated West High School in 1955 and went to Ohio University. She went to modeling school in New York and became a stewardess for American Airlines in 1958. Sally lived in many places and did many things, but loved being manager of the Marine Room in La Jolla, Calif., tasting room manager for Stevenot Winery in Murphys, Calif., and working for the Aladdin Hotel and Judith Leiber at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. She volunteered her time and talent to civic and philanthropic groups, including GFWC Mesquite Club, Salvation Army, Kiwi Club, Retired Officers' Wives Club, Nevada Symphony Guild, Nevada Desert Arts, and Nevada Republican Women. She brought laughter, love, music, a sense of adventure, great taste and fashion to all she did. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Col. Roy Wathen; son, Chris Wood; father, Robert Thimmes; mother and stepfather, Wilma and Robert Chrisman; sister, Julie Taylor. She is survived by her son, Henry Wood Jr.; daughters, Claire Herrman and Mary (Phil) Ochoa; grandsons, Kyle Herrman and Chris Sullivan; brothers, Si Thimmes and Jeff (Kathie) Chrisman; extended family; and many friends. Memorial services with inurnment of ashes will be at 10:30 Wednesday, July 3, at Christ Church Episcopal, 2000 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89104. Reception will follow the services in the church hall.

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Published by Las Vegas Review-Journal from Jun. 29 to Jul. 5, 2013.

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Tawni Sims

December 12, 2013

Henry, sorry about your Mom..........God rest her soul. Always, Tawni aka Syl

Romy

November 16, 2013

Sorry for your loss Henry ~ The Lord rest her soul- blessed Hope we have through Jesus that you will see mom again. God bless you ~

sharmelle mabalos

November 6, 2013

I pray for her soul and for her family. I dont know her personaly but i know her son Henry who is a friend of my boyfriend Elisha. He is really helping Elisha in many ways like helping him get a promotion at office depot. I know her mother would be so proud of her son doing good and helping others.

Sharmelle Mabalos

November 6, 2013

condolence for the family im really sorry for the loss. i loss my mother when i was 15 years old

Amber Schram

October 13, 2013

Has I look up I will never forgot you.Nor will I forget the memories you left. And I know you always looking down on all of us. And proud of all you.And to this day I will always feel you're foot print cross my heart.

Penny Gilliam

July 30, 2013

I am so very sorry to all of your family for their loss. I know how much she donated her support, help and involvement in the community groups. She was a great individual just like my mother. With my deepest condolences always, Penny

Dan and Yvonne Dowdin

July 27, 2013

We are very thankful that you have precious memories of your mother. May all your thoughts of her bring smiles and comfort. Sorry for your loss.

Chuck Embree

July 18, 2013

I knew Sally, Her Air Force Colonel HUSBAND AND THEIR SON HENRY FOR MANY YEARS HENRY My Thoughts and Prayers are with You

Charlene (learning to love) Alexander

July 18, 2013

sorry for you lost May God bless you forever.

ELLIOT CAPPIE

July 17, 2013

SORRY FOR YOUER LOST
ELLIOTCAPPIE

elliot cappie

July 17, 2013

our prayer oer with youelliotcappie

Maryanne St. Peter

July 15, 2013

So Sorry for your loss of your mom bro Henry i know i lost my mom n all my family its never the same, but you are always in prayers god bless you n your family Honey_0518b pal talk

Maryanne St. Peter

July 15, 2013

So sorry
for loss of your mom Henry n all the family Maryanne God Bless Honey_0518b from pal talk

July 15, 2013

We carry a piece of our for fathers mothers.She lives on through u. kissmaster1961

Fred and Linda Garrison

July 14, 2013

We extend our condolences to Sally's family. She was a wonderful, vibrant person and we are richer for having known her for so many years. May God grant her peace for all eternity, and may you, Henry, find comfort in knowing that she is now at rest and free from her struggles.

July 14, 2013

HENRY
YOU REMAIN IN OUR PRAYERS.

WARMEST REGARDS. JOHN AND PHILIP SCHUTZ
THE CHEESE SHOP
LA JOLLA. CA

Richard Conklin

July 14, 2013

Sorry to hear of Sally's passing.May God bless your family

July 14, 2013

I am glad that we were friends. Sally had such a great, fun and loving way about her. She will be missed. My family and I are thankful to her for all the wonderful times we had together.

God Bless You,
The Schroeders

Rock Riddle

July 14, 2013

Another friend of Henry's. Sorry for your loss.

Richard Latty

July 13, 2013

hey bro I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother I am Rich_4011 on paltalk my name is Richard Latty From GA
I Lost my Dad in 2009 nov 16 and I know it will never be the same with out him Love YA Bro GodBless come visit us in music artist room on paltalk you will be welcome GodBless you and your Family you all will be in our Prayers hugggsssss

2011 From a LIVE! Performance at MGM Grand, Las Vegas, NV

Henry Fleming Wood

July 12, 2013

Missy Cowburn

July 12, 2013

Rest in peace , beautiful lady.

Mike Kimbler

July 12, 2013

I am sorry for the loss of your family member , i'm a friend of Henrys , i will keep the family in prayer , Mike

July 12, 2013

Her beautiful, constant smile...that's what stands out in my mind about Sally. She had such a pleasant way about her, and was just a total joy to be around. I have missed her presence since she moved away. Prayers to her family for their loss. May God bless you, Sally.

Barbara Gray Krause

July 11, 2013

Sally was my vice president when I was president of Desert Arts of Nevada and she was so helpful and beautiful at all the events. She helped me raise thousands and thousands of dollars for kids who wanted to learn to play the piano. And when finished the presidency we were always together having lunches and dinners and enjoying life together. Was sorry for her and her family when she got Alzheimer yet she didn't have it for 12yrs like my mom did. And I have missed her every since that time.

July 11, 2013

im so so sorry hear about your mom

Deacon Tony (seniorguy) Meier

July 11, 2013

May God receive you into His kingdom.

JOE ARTELL

July 11, 2013

SHE MUST HAVE BEEN A WOMAN WITH A WONDERFUL HEART AS SHE HAS A GLOW ABOUT HER BEAUTIFUL SMILE THAT SHOW EVEN IN HER PHOTOGRAPH. WHAT A BEAUTIFUL WOMAN. I AM CONFIDENT THAT WE CAN PRAY TO HER FOR HEAVENLY INTERVENTION. HOW FORTUNATE YOU ARE TO HAVE HAD SUCH A PRECIOUS GIFT FOR A MOTHER.

Dennis Trainor Sr

July 11, 2013

May her soul rest in the arms of Jesus and Mary

Bill Stewart

July 11, 2013

I'll always remember Sally as being a most beautiful young girl and woman and have fond memories of spending summers at Aunt Carmel's Powhattan House and boating on the lake in Bob's Chris Craft. I even recognized the scenes in some of the pictures. My condolences for your loss.

Ken Fuller

July 11, 2013

Henry, I am sorry for your Loss. It has been a pleasure knowing you from paltalk and having the opportunity to hear your awesome talent on the piano and I know you got this talent from this great Woman, your Mother. and it's never easy to lose a parent at any age, but I believe she will hear you play again someday. God Bless You

joyce La Grange

July 11, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss and ours too. Sally was so sweet and cheerful and such a joy to be with. We miss her.

July 11, 2013

sorry to hear about your mom u are in my prayers and so is she

SCOTT BAKER

July 11, 2013

ME DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE WATHEN FAMY

July 6, 2013

My heart felt sympathy to my Dearest Friend Henry. She will be your special Angel forever....Love Jon,Maria and Richie

Alexander Petersons

July 6, 2013

I am always praying for you Henry, I am sorry for your loss, and know she is in a better place

July 2, 2013

I want to extend my deepest sympathy to Henry Wood and the Wathen family.
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Henry, your mother sounds like a wonderful woman-that is where you get your charm from.
Bless you all! Your friend and business associate in California, Shirley Klein.

walter hancrar

July 2, 2013

Dear Family I wish to extend my deepest sympathy To All of You
I never Met Sally In person How ever,I do talk with her Son Henry Every Day He Expressed How Much He Loves His Mother To Me All the Time As we Talk On The Phone Every Day. Again I am Sorry For your Loss .My God Bless You All

Connie Christensen

July 1, 2013

My deepest sympathy to Henry and his family. I wish had know Sally personally. I know she must have been a wonderful Mother. God bless you all.

althea cuneo

July 1, 2013

bless you all!! from our family!!

Nancy Wiseman

July 1, 2013

My cousin, Sally, always greeted with a warm hug and big smile. She had a huge heart, very open and loving, and her curiosity was boundless. She provided me the opportunity to travel and visit her on the west coast to see and experience places I might not otherwise. Generously sharing stories of my dad and her Uncle Claire, she gave me a glimpse into a man she admired. Sally, you were one classy lady and I will miss you. My heart and prayers go out to Claire, Mary and Henry. Much love to you all.

Nancy Wiseman

July 1, 2013

My cousin Sally always greeted me with a big hug and smile. She had a huge heart and her curiosity was boundless. Her generosity provided me the opportunity to travel and visit her on the west coast and see and experience places I might not otherwise. And she shared many stories and memories about my dad which gave me a glimpse into a man that she admired and loved. Sally, you were a classy lady and I will miss you. My heart and prayers go out to Claire, Mary and Henry.

Nancy Wiseman

July 1, 2013

My cousin Sally always greeted me with a huge smile and hug. She had the most positive life outlook and her curiosity was boundless. She took me under her wing providing opportunities for me to visit her on the west coast and Las Vegas and see and experience places I might not otherwise. And she was so generous with her time and sharing stories about my dad to whom she looked up too. Sally, you were one classy lady who I will miss dearly. My heart and prayers go out to Claire, Mary and Henry. Much love.

Terry Cannon

July 1, 2013

I always looked up to Sally, my cousin, as I was growing up. She always had a smile and encouraging words for me.
Her smile could set the world on fire. A very special lady whose memory I will always have in my heart. Love, Terry

Grace L.

June 30, 2013

Prayers for the family. May God hold you in his arms and grant you peace.

Janice Ivester

June 30, 2013

godbless you so sorry for your loss

leslie Faes

June 30, 2013

Im sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy for you and your family. You'll be in my prayers.

Scott Garig

June 30, 2013

I knew Sally through her son Henry, as a friend from the Film industry. Sally was always friendly and she always looked forward to attending her service club events. I offer my sincerest condolences to her family. May the Good Lord bless her soul and pin on her Golden Wings so she may soar through eternity!

El Catucci

June 30, 2013

I worked with Sally at Judith Leiber in Las Vegas. Rest in Peace my Friend.
My condolences to Son Henry with whom I have worked with also.

Stew Randall

June 30, 2013

I'll never forget Sally's smile, laughter and genuine kindness to other people. She will be missed by many.

June 30, 2013

A GREAT LADY HAS MOVED ON TO A HIGHER POWER....SHE SHALL BE MISSED BY MANY...MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY, THERE IS COMFORT IN NOING SHE IS AT PEACE.....REGARDS, MARGIE SHEPHERD

Michael Razar

June 30, 2013

I only met Sally a few times. Her devoted son Henry Wood, Jr. is a close friend of mine. She was a kind and friendly woman and will be missed by family and friends.

David Chaffey

June 29, 2013

Rest in peace Sally,and to Henry,my condolences.

June 29, 2013

To Sally and Her son Henry,my friend. Rest in peace Sally and my deepest Condolences, Henry.

Diane Rapoport

June 29, 2013

Although I did not have the pleasure to meet Sally, I do know her son Henry. May God rest her soul.

Henry Fleming Wood, Jr.

June 29, 2013

Dear Mom,
I Will Always Remember The Best and Awesome Times We Spent Together, Whether it was in Mesquite, Las Vegas or even as far as Ohio. I Love and Miss You SOOO VERY!! Much, Say Hello to everyone up there for all of us. RIP
Your lovely son
Henry Fleming Wood, Jr.

Mary Ochoa

June 27, 2013

Thought I would post a few pictures of my mom. The classics from her brother Jeff.

Sally & Mother Wilma 1956-1958 (?)

Mary Ochoa

June 27, 2013

Robert Christman, Kyle Herrman, Sally 1992

Mary Ochoa

June 27, 2013

Si, Sally, Julia 1945

Mary Ochoa

June 27, 2013

Sally, Chris, Henry, Claire, Mary 1990

Mary Ochoa

June 27, 2013

Sally & Claire 2011

Mary Ochoa

June 27, 2013

Jeff & Sally 1992

Mary Ochoa

June 27, 2013

Si & Sally 1953

Mary Ochoa

June 27, 2013

Si & Sally 1944

Mary Ochoa

June 27, 2013

Si & Sally 1943

Mary Ochoa

June 27, 2013

Sally 2010

Mary Ochoa

June 27, 2013

Dorance Hornsby

June 25, 2013

On behalf of the West High Alumni Association, I send our condolences to Sally's family. It is always a sad day when we lose an alum. We will list Sally's passing in the fall edition of the Alumni Association newsletter.

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