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Emma Watson Obituary

WATSON Our beloved, Emma Lou Watson departed this life at the age of 68 on Sunday, January 10, 2010 at West Jefferson Medical Center of Marrero, LA. She was born on October 10, 1941 in Edgard, LA and resided in Marrero, LA. She leaves to cherish her memories: husband, Harold F. Watson; 1 son, Barry Watson (Shewayn); 2 daughters: Pamela Watson and Carol Smith (Ronald); mother, Rose B. Alexander; 8 grandchildren: Janae McGrew, Barrion, Brandon and Brayden Watson, Jeremy, Kyron, Kylar and Jourdan Smith; 1 great-grandchild, Jayden Watson; 6 sisters: Evelyn "Betsy" Jackson, Yvonne Webber, Paulette Cobb, Stacey Harris (Alvin), Diane Keller (David), and Monica LaSalle (Hilton); 7 brothers: Lawrence (Joyce), Ronald (Lisa), Carter (Nellie), Brad, Tyrone (Lou Anna), Ray Alexander; and Nashid Salahuddin (Irene); 6 sisters-in-law: Augustine Forbes, Ethel Thompson, Rose Prevost, Betty Martin (Albert Sr.), Sophia Campbell (Archie) and Patricia James (Herbert); 2 brothers-in-law: Stephen and Willie Watson; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded by her son, Cornell Watson; father, Lawrence Alexander; mother-in-law, Fannie Watson and father-in-law, Elie Watson; and beloved friend, Elsie Jenkins. Relatives, friends, and employees of West Jefferson Medical Center, Jefferson Community Health Care Centers, United States Post Office, Jefferson Parish Council's Office and Head Start and Jefferson Parish School Board are invited to attend. Funeral Services at Second Zion Baptist Church, 6520 Second Zion Avenue (formerly Linda St.), Marrero, LA on Saturday, January 16, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Viewing of remains from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Bishop J. Nelson Brown, Pastor, officiating. Interment: Restlawn Park Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Jan. 15, 2010.

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Lisa Powell Augillard

February 5, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

shantrice roussell joseph

January 26, 2010

Our prayers are with your family!
from the Roussell Family, Sharon Lynn, Irving Dwight, Shannon, Shelly, Shantrice and Shawnette

Arlene

January 20, 2010

I am so sorry to hear about your mom. God makes no mistakes. I know it may be hard right now but there will be no more suffering; it was just time for his angel to come home. May God strengthen your family.

Darryl Jackson (and Family)

January 18, 2010

My Dearest Pamela and Family, weeping may endure for a night, but JOY cometh in the morning! "Mama" Watson was truly a good woman; a woman after God's own heart. Assuredly, she has to suffer no more; as she is in heaven with God as one of his newest ANGELS! May the Lord continue to comfort, strengthen, and keep you in your time of bereavement.

Pellie favorite Moody

January 18, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Denise Cooks

January 17, 2010

Diane & Family.

May God Bless and Keep You. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Warren Bridgewater Jr

January 16, 2010

Carol & Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless you all.

Stacy Ullo d'Aquin

January 16, 2010

Carol,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Your family is in my prayers. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow.

Marvin Johnson

January 16, 2010

Carol, Pam & Family,
Our God is a God of comfort and strenght. I pray that you continue to trust in him, he shall provide. When we are weak, his strenght is perfercted. God is able.

Emma Paul

January 16, 2010

Dear Stacy & Family:

If love could have kept your loved one here she would have been in our presence today. But, Jesus who loved her most put on her heavenly wings to fly away to be with Him. He knew that the race had been won here on earth. Therefore, wept, but don't wept without hope because her memories will always be with you all.

January 15, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family in your time of grief.

The McGrew family

January 15, 2010

"May God conti to give the family strenght our prayers are with you." Minister Jay & Sandral Jessie(Dallas ,TX)

Sandray Jessie

January 15, 2010

"May God conti to give the family strenght our prayers are with you." Minister Jay & Sandral Jessie(Dallas ,TX)

LULA HART

January 15, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

January 15, 2010

"Yvonne, we are praying for you and your family, may GOD give comfort to your family during this process and grant you PEACE to finish the race with GREAT FAITH IN JESUS CHRIST. " GEORGE & LYNNETTE DENT (HARVEY, LA.) DOMINION & POWER FAMILY

Theresa Ford & Family

January 15, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

January 15, 2010

Condolences to the Watson family ,God Bless. The Rhyans family

Helen Keller & Family

January 15, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Myra Kenedy

January 15, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Lee & Kim Craft

January 15, 2010

Pam and Carol,

Words can not express our deepest sympathies to you and your family. May God continue to grant you strength during your time of bereavement.

avis carter

January 15, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

January 15, 2010

God will be there when everyone else has gone away,just put your faith in him.He will do just what he said he will do. Love Always Debra Richard-Hines and Family

Rev. Barbara Duke & Rev. Royce Ballard

January 15, 2010

Our hope is for your days to be filled with love and wonderful memories of Ms. Emma! God Bless!

Randall & Eva Schexnayder

January 15, 2010

To Diane, Monica, Carter and Alexander siblings: Please accept our most heart-felt condolences on the death of your dear sister. Our prayers are with the family, and know that friends at St. Joseph the Worker, especially, are here at your beckon call. God Bless.

david borne

January 15, 2010

may GOD bless you all,our prayers are with everyone. god loves you

Deon(DeeDee) Williams(Cobb)

January 15, 2010

May God be with you during your time of sorrow today and always. I know what you are going through as you may know I lost my father 4 months ago, God will comfort you and your family.

Love,
Deon Williams (DeeDee Cobb)

Deborah-Jones Bush

January 15, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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