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WATERS
Barbara Louise Waters
Barbara Louise Waters died peacefully at her Davis home Dec. 5, 2004, in the loving company of family and friends. She was 55.
A celebration of her life begins at 3 p.m. on Sunday at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Davis, 27074 Patwin Road. Friends and acquaintances will be welcome to share their remembrances of her as part of the program.
Born Nov. 29, 1949, in Trenton, N.J., she graduated from Dover-Sherborn Regional High School in Dover, Mass. She received her bachelor's degree in English from Colby College in Waterville, Maine and a master's in education from Northeastern University in Boston. Upon her graduation from Colby, she joined the education staff of the John F. Kennedy Memorial Library in Boston. She also pursued pre-medical course work at Northeastern and after a cross-country bicycle trip with close friend Pat Montgomery, continued her medical studies at UC Davis. Later she became a certified massage therapist, with a practice in Davis.
An avid traveler, she traveled to China and the Chinese Olympic Training Center as part of her interest and work in massage therapy. Other travels during her life included trips to Machu Picchu, Peru; Ganeshpuri, India; bicycling in Germany and Austria; and over the years, numerous visits to family and friends on the East Coast.
She was active in Siddha Yoga and other meditation groups, the Davis Bike Club, the American Massage Therapy Association, and with her fellow massage therapists in the greater Davis area, an informal wine tasting group for 27 years, her children's schools, and her extensive network of family and friends all across the country.
Her family said her deeply spiritual nature - which drew strongly from Hindu, Buddhist, and Christian traditions - was a source of guidance and inspiration to all who knew and loved her, and her beliefs influenced her encounters with everyone she met. Even the most casual of encounters engaged her full and compassionate attention.
Her family and friends marveled at her phenomenal memory. She never forgot anyone's birthday, and could recite French dialogues memorized years before in High School.
Diagnosed with a rare metastatic cancer in 1997, she pursued unique and alternative therapies that, along with her spiritual practice, enabled her to remain active with family, friends and the community.
The Waters family is grateful for the excellent care and compassion of Yolo Hospice, especially Waters' Hospice nurse, Jody Norton. Gratitude is extended as well to Patricia Lindsay, and the many friends and family who have been regular visitors, for the many errands run, and the constant stream of flowers, cards, letters and phone calls made to Waters and her family throughout this long journey.
She is survived by her husband, Richard Waters; her children, Merriss Waters, a second-year student at UC Davis Veterinary School, and Martin Waters, a second-year student at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.
She is further survived by her parents, Martin and Lillian Waters of Sherborn, Mass.; three sisters, Catherine Waters of New Haven, Conn., Deidree Waters of Feeding Hills, Mass., and Mara Prentice of Warwick, R.I.; a niece, Sophia Nasti of Feeding Hills, Mass.; and two nephews, Emil Nasti of Feeding Hills, Mass. and Dylan Prentice, of Warwick, R.I.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established to assist her children with college tuition. Those wishing to do so may contribute to the Barbara Waters Memorial Fund, First Northern Bank, 434 Second St., Davis, CA 95616. Donations may also be made in Barbara's memory to Yolo Hospice. P.O. Box 1014, Davis, CA 95617-1014.
WATHEN
Martha Evelyn Wathen
Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Carpenter Funeral Home in Dixon for Martha Evelyn Wathen, 69. She died Saturday at her home in Woodland.
She was a native of Washington and had resided in Woodland Since 1940. She had worked as a blue printer for the state of California and was state employee for 25 years.
Surviving is a daughter, Lois Holman of West Sacramento and two grandchildren.
Burial was in the Dixon Cemetery.
(Dated October 6, 1981)
WATSON
Earlie Watson
Earlie Watson died at Cottonwood Healthcare Center, Woodland Thursday, Aug. 14, 2003, at age 88.
Born Dec. 26, 1914, in Mansfield, La., Mr. Watson had been a Yolo County resident for 10 months. He worked as landscaper for 30 years.
Arrangements are under the direction of Simple Traditions of Sacramento.
Services: Cremains will be placed in Veterans plot at National Cemetery, San Joaquin.
WATSON
John A. Watson
John A. Watson died in his Woodland home Wednesday, July 21, 2004, at age 88.
Born Oct. 26, 1915, in Fairfield, Mr. Watson had been a Yolo County resident for 70 years. He was a Woodland High School graduate and employed in the Yolo County Department of Agriculture for 28 years, retiring as assistant county agriculture commissioner. He served as a: volunteer fire and rescue worker in the Yolo County Heavy Rescue unit for 19 years; past chairman of American Red Cross of Yolo County, and, Yolo County Emergency Medical Services and Medical Disaster Committee; past president of Yolo County Horsemen's Association; and volunteer fireman for the Willow Oak and Springlake fire departments. He received several American Legion, Yolo Post No. 77, awards for outstanding services. He was a member of California Sheriff's Association.
Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Ruth (Powell) Watson of Woodland; daughters, Gail Freeman of Paradise, Regina Watson of Sacramento; sons, Richard L. and Watson of Dallas, Texas; John L. Watson of Vacaville; 13 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his sons, Timothy L. and David P. Watson.
Services: A graveside service is scheduled at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 24, in Monument Hill Memorial Park. McNary's Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
WATT
Katie Lynn Watt (1 of 2)
Katie Lynn Watt passed away at UC Davis Medical Center on Friday, Nov. 19, 2004. She was born Sept. 4, 1979 in Red Bluff. Her parents are Tom Watt III and Bertha "Bertie" and Leroy Williams of Woodland.
Katie lit up the world with her smile and friendly personality. All who knew Katie loved her. She so enjoyed Monday night bowling with her Christian bowling league. Katie deeply loved Jesus, and he gave her great comfort when she was down or not feeling well. She often told us that our lifetime was only a "dash." And when our dash was up and Jesus said it was our time, we would go home to live with him.
Katie's life was blessed by three very special friends: J.R. Darneill of Anderson, Candice Bright of Woodland and Larry Turner Jr. of Red Bluff. In addition to her parents, she leaves behind many relatives who were very dear to her, including Grandma Mary of Yuba City, Grandma Betty of Woodland, Grandma Watt of Red Bluff, Grandma Bailey of Eagle, Idaho; her loving "Sis, " Carrie Dunagan of The Dalles, Ore.; a nephew, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Some of Katie's happiest memories are her high school years, 1993-97, at Red Bluff High School. She loved student government. Ivan Hanson, Laried Richards, Mr. Avilla and Richard Clap were her guardian angels in school.
Katie was born with spina bifida and lived her life in a power wheelchair. However, she never considered herself "confined to a wheelchair." She faced each of the many obstacles throughout her short 25 years with bravery, faith, optimism and her characteristic smile. Katie enjoyed making jewelry for family and friends and she delighted in sharing the stuffed animals and gifts she received following her many surgeries with other children in hospitals.
The highlight of Katie's life was her Make-A-Wish trip to Disneyland when she was 12 years old. She had the time of her life a wonderful dream vacation that gave her memories she has cherished throughout her life.
Her mama, papa and daddy will miss Katie deeply she has been the focus of our lives.
Katie's life has been touched and greatly enriched by many special people. Katie's family sends a special thank you to the Marcy brothers, Tim Hudson of the Oakland A's and Steve Young of the San Francisco 49ers for their kindness to Katie. Also thanks to John Growney for his friendship with Katie and inviting her many times to his ranch to ride horses. She enjoyed those rides so much.
Thank you to Peachy Harrop and Doris Parsons, her school nurses, for their loving care, Far Northern Regional Center and Alta Regional Center for their constant support and to Summer House and their loving staff. Katie always looked forward to her friends coming to sit with her on Friday evenings so Papa and Mama could have a little respite. Thanks also to California Crippled Children Services and Ronald McDonald House for providing us much needed help.
Also, a heartfelt thank you to Suzan Brasch, our dear friend who lived across the street, for always being there for us, and for her family's love for Katie. And a very special thank you to Zack and Arla Farmer, Zim and Angela Vdovich, Tim Cole, John Tracy and Doug and Becky Gordon for your constant love and support.
Katie "loved" going to see her doctors. Boy did she ever! Our sincere gratitude to Drs. Kalman, Bonekat, Long, Stone, Bogan, Arrons, Clark, Dunn, Vovakes and all of the guardian angels at Woodland Hospital, Dr. Tate, Dr. John Clark and Betsy McCone at Stanford Rehab Specialists, and the Medical Intensive Care Unit at UC Davis, Medical Center who kept Katie comfortable and treated her with so much love and compassion. God bless you all.
Until we see you again in heaven Katie, God bless you sweetheart. Thanks for the memories.
Contributions in Katie's memory can be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, 120 Montgomery St., Suite 1080, San Francisco, 94104; www.makeawish.org or to Summer House, 206 Fifth St., Woodland, 95695.
Services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27 at Woodland Christian Church, 509 College St., Woodland. A potluck will follow at the church.
Katie Lynn WATT (1979-2004) (2nd of 2 obits.)
Katie Lynn Watt died at UC Davis Medical Center Friday, Nov. 19, 2004 at age 24.
Miss Watt was born Sept. 4, 1979 in Red Bluff. She was a 1997 graduate of Red Bluff High School and was a member of Monday night bowling with her Christian bowling league.
Survivors include Miss Watt's parents, Tom Watt III and Bertha "Bertie" and Leroy Williams of Woodland; her sister, Carrie "Sis" Dunagan of The Dalles, Ore.; her nephew, William and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Contributions in Miss Watt's memory may be directed to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, 120 Montgomery St., Suite 1080, San Francisco, 94104; www.makeawish.org or to Summer House, 206 Fifth St., Woodland, 95695.
Services: Services are scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27 at Woodland Christian Church, 509 College St., Woodland. A potluck will follow at the church. Affordable Cremation & Burial Center is assisting the family with arrangements.
WATTERSON
James Sam Watterson
James Sam Watterson died Jan. 21, 2006, at St. John's Retirement Center in Woodland. He was 84 years old.
Graveside services will begin at 2 p.m. Thursday at Monument Hill Memorial Park, 35036 County Road 22 in Woodland. The Rev. John Sublett of the Woodland United Methodist Church will officiate.
Born in Las Vegas, Nev., on Aug. 7, 1921, to William and Stella (Daniels) Watterson, he made his home in Yolo County in 1939 and lived here for 66 years.
After serving in the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1939, he served in the U.S. Army during World War II, from 1942 to 1946, earning Good Conduct, American Campaign, European Campaign, African Campaign, Middle Eastern Campaign and World War II Victory medals.
Upon returning to Woodland, he went to work for the city of Woodland and was employed as a truck driver for 36 years, and the Yolo County Sheriff's Department, where he worked as a transportation officer for 10 years.
He was preceded in death by three sisters, Edna Goodman, Pearl Vanderlaan and Ann Theisen, and a brother, Henry Watterson.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Edna Watterson of Woodland; a son, Jeffrey Watterson and his wife Rhonda of Esparto; stepsons, Tim Roemer of St. Helena and Richard Roemer of Florence; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, CA 95617.
Evergreen Funeral Service of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.
WATTS
Cleo (Myers) Watts
Cleo (Myers) Watts passed away at her home in Surrey, B.C. on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2003. Cleo was raised in Woodland attending grammar and high schools. After graduation she worked for Doctors Blevins and O'Hara as an office nurse. Cleo married Leon Watts in March of 1951. The family relocated to British Columbia in 1970 where they established a Plastic Pipe Mfg. Co. in which the whole family participated.
Cleo is survived by two sons, Ronald Watts and wife Linda and Brian Watts and wife Dianna and a daughter Sandra Ferguson and husband Jim.
She is also survived by her grandchildren, Elora and Alesha Watts, Brandon, Rebbi, Megan and Kristen Ferguson of Surrey, B.C., Travis and Ryan Watts; and sisters, Jane Peterson and Dorothy Wood of Woodland.
Cleo was preceded in death by her husband Leon Watts; son Richard and wife Sharilyn; grandson Nathan and granddaughter Candice. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Howard, Harold and Jacob Myers; and sister, Shirley Dixon
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, Dec. 18 at Victory Memorial in Surrey, British Columbia, 8030 164 A Street, Surrey BC V3S7S7.
