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Artlis Watson Obituary

Artlis Nelson Watson COLUMBIA- Funeral services for Mrs. Artlis Nelson Watson will be held Friday at 11:00 a.m. in the Little Zion Baptist Church, Blythewood, with burial in the Ft. Jackson National Cemetery. Viewing will be held today beginning at 2:00 p.m. at the Leevy's Funeral Home, Taylor Street Chapel. Surviving are: her husband, John Watson; sons, Clifton Watson and two grandchildren raised in the home, Darien Watson and Twanique Watson; granddaughter, Kristen Watson; two great-grandchildren, Allen and Artez ; other loving relatives and friends.

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Published by The State on Jan. 15, 2015.

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pattie mobley

February 3, 2015

Still praying for you Darien and your family. Be encouraged and know that you are still being thought of.

William & Carey Brown

January 18, 2015

As I cherish my friend and second mother who are far away.I am holding in my heart the memory of my love one.

Valerie Brown-Gwynette

January 16, 2015

I was shocked when I heard the news, I'm sorry I wasn't able to make it home, you are always in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all.

January 16, 2015

You have my deepest sympathy. May you be strengthen and encouraged in the words of Phil. 4:6,7 as you draw close to god in prayer during this time of sorrow.

Thomas Javis

January 16, 2015

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Perquita Gaulman

January 16, 2015

To The Watson Family, I am truly heart broken right now. But I know God will help us through this. I know my Dearest Friend is in a better place right now, but of course we do not see it that way now. She will be missed. Really words cannot describe how I feel right now. She always kept a smile on my face no matter what. The last time I talked to her I said Mrs. Watson you will always keep a person laughing. And we just laughed. She was, is my Queen. She was like a second Mom to me. She took me under her wings when she was my Supervisor at Midlands Center. When she retired, we always talked to each other. She watched my two girls grow up. When we talked she always asked about my girls and my Mom. I will truly miss talking to her. I will miss her period. I love u all and will always keep you in my prayers.

Brunell Rawlinson

January 15, 2015

Cliff and Mr. Watson, so sorry to hear of the lost of your mother and wife. May God bless keep his hands on the family at this difficult time. God Bless you all.

January 15, 2015

As Pastor at your love ones home church, Sutton Branch Baptist Church Inc., I want to express to you our greatest sympathy as you cope with her passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to your family during what must be the most trying of times.
In our time of loss, we can sometimes find ourselves overwhelmed. But as Jesus Christ tells us,"Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted." (St. Matthew 5:4)
Your family here at Sutton Branch are compelled to remind you that there is no weight of the soul that our savior Jesus Christ cannot help you bear. He is with you and wants you to trust in him as you cope with your sorrow. Never forget to allow him into your heart so that he may heal your wounds and relieve your pain. Be blessed and trust in God's love.

With the utmost sincerity,
Pastor Anthony P. Miller and the Sutton Branch Church Family

Timothy Rumph

January 15, 2015

Very thankful to have been a part of this family for so many years growing up just across the street from the Watsons. You have me and my families condolences in the passing of Mrs. Watson. Mr. Watson and Cliff the Rumph family will never forget the support you guys gave to us when our mom died just 8 months ago. I myself just had major surgery just one week ago so please forgive my absence. As soon as I'm able I'll be by to see you guys. We love you and will continue to pray for the whole family.

Cynthia Benjamin Neal

January 15, 2015

Where do I start first to Cliff, Twan & Darin thank you al for sharing Mama Artlis with me. I will truly miss our weekly phone calls. I was told to be absent from us is to be present with God.Love You always until we meet again. Cynthia Benjamin Neal

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