Mary Rose " Wookey " Watson

January 16, 1940 - March 4, 2010

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Services:
 

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at 10:00 AM in the funeral home chapel with Fr. Young officiating.  Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.

Visitation:
  The family will receive friends on Monday, March 8, 2010 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM in the funeral home chapel with prayers being recited at 6:30 PM.
 

Mary Rose Russell Watson, 70 of Leonardtown, MD, better known as Wookey to family and friends died March 4, 2010 at St. Mary’s Hospital after a long and brave fight with cancer surrounded in love by her children, brothers and sisters. Born January 16, 1940 in Callaway, MD she was the daughter of the late Charles and Myrtle Russell. Mary was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County and worked in various restaurants in and around the county as both cook and waitress. She was an excellent waitress and a dedicated and hard working employee. Wookey will be remembered for her witty comments and remarks which would make you laugh whether you wanted to or not. She will also be remembered for her pleasant personality and friendliness. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Michael Wayne Watson and brother Charles Benedict Russell (Bucky).She is survived by her ex-husband and father of her children, Ralph Watson of Piney Point MD, Daughters: Sueanne  Burroughs of Piney Point MD, Kathy Lee Watson of Silver Springs MD, Tammy Marie Watson of Leonardtown MD, Bonnie Lynn Loy of Leonardtown MD and sons: Danny Ralph Watson of Rehoboth Beach DE, and Jimmy Allen Watson of Piney Point MD. Surviving also are brothers and sisters, John Henry Russell of Spokane Washington, Elizabeth Anne (Sis) Smith of Piney Point MD, Joseph Leroy Russell of Avenue MD, James Theodore (Teddy) Russell of Bushwood MD, Margaret Cecilia (Susie) Creighton of Holland MI, Mary Lorraine (Rainey) Voellinger of Leonardtown MD, Charlotte Anne (Doll) Ekster of Holland MI, Francis Patrick (Pat) Russell of Hollywood MD and Rita Ann Pegg of Hollywood MD. She is also survived by nine Grandchildren and eight Great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Richie Loy, Kevin Loy, Bruce Burroughs, Cubby Russell, Brian Russell and Stanley Watson. Honorary Pallbearer: Jordan Mirfield.

Guestbook Signatures and Condolences

"Rita and Watson Family, I am very sadened to hear of Wookie's passing. May God, your family and friends be with you in this time of need and know that she is in a better place. "
- Maggie Hayden-Stone
- Posted: Monday, March 15, 2010

"Rainey, Please accept my condolences. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. "
- John Wooten, Tarboro, NC
- Posted: Friday, March 12, 2010

"To all the family, you are in my prayers. I went to Little Flower School with Wookey. Teddy was in my class. She had a beautiful smile and friendly ways. May God be with you all."
- Mary Ann Saunders/Cullison/Rymer
- Posted: Thursday, March 11, 2010

"Rita and Pat: My thoughts and prayers are with you. Keep your memories of your sister close to your heart and remember the good times. Which I am sure knowing your family, there are some wild and crazy ones, all in FUN!!"
- Colleen Coombs
- Posted: Wednesday, March 10, 2010

""To the Watson and Russell family-Our deepest sympaty for your loss, as Wookey will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all."
- Ronnie & JoAnne Pegg
- Posted: Wednesday, March 10, 2010

"To all my neices and nephews, brothers and sisters; It was so hard to see Wookie leave us as she took part of my heart with her. My heart is so heavy and in pain but I know she is with the Lord now, free of pain and suffering. I no longer will hear her voice but will hold her memories in my heart. God help you one and all through this time of sadness and sorrow. May she rest in peace. All my Love to you."
- Sis Smith
- Posted: Tuesday, March 9, 2010

"I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forget her laugh. You are all in my thoughts and prayers."
- Kim Knott Caswell
- Posted: Tuesday, March 9, 2010

"I'm sorry to hear of your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you. "
- Cecelia ST.Don
- Posted: Tuesday, March 9, 2010

"MY HEART AND PRAYERS AND DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR ALL OF THE FAMILY."
- SHEILA MORRIS (WINCE)
- Posted: Tuesday, March 9, 2010

"My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort."
- Billy Goddard
- Posted: Tuesday, March 9, 2010

"To the Watson and Russell Families,so very sorry for your loss,Wookey was a good friend and a fine person,may she rest in peace.GOD BLESS."
- Don Graves
- Posted: Monday, March 8, 2010

"To the family, Mary was a special person, we have been her nieghbor for 5 yrs now and will miss seeing her sitting outside in the spring enjoying her yard and her Joe Joe, God bless her, she is now with Mike."
- Diana and Kevin Abell
- Posted: Monday, March 8, 2010

"Tammy, Sueanne, Rita and the entire Watson and Smith family... My heart goes out to all of you in this time of sorrow. May it comfort you to know others are thinking of you in this difficult time. Keep the precious memories always, they do help. "
- Mindy Moran
- Posted: Monday, March 8, 2010

"I have so many funny memories of Wookey, she was quite a character and will be remembered. Sorry I cannot be there with you to say your farewells but we know she is in heaven with the rest of the crew!!!"
- anita evans
- Posted: Monday, March 8, 2010

"Our prayers are with your family. God bless. "
- Chris Corridon
- Posted: Monday, March 8, 2010

"Rita & Family, May your sister rest in peace without any more pain.Keep her memories dear to your heart. She will always be there to watch over you and guide you. May heart felt sympathy and prayers to each of you. Betty & C A Goddard"
- Betty Goddard
- Posted: Monday, March 8, 2010

"Jimmy, my sincere condolences on the loss of your mom, I understand all to well how this feels...through God's grace he helps us to endure what we feel we can not and we go on. Some of my funniest (hysterical) memories of Wook has been something she had said or done, that I've never seen or heard before and I will treasure them always! May peace be upon you and your family during this time. I truly wish you the best always. Donna"
- Donna Adams (Barrier)
- Posted: Monday, March 8, 2010

"To the Watson Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time."
- Kenny Dement
- Posted: Monday, March 8, 2010

"Rita and family, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time."
- Barbara Demko
- Posted: Monday, March 8, 2010

"Rita and family, Sorry to hear your sister's passing. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you in this time of sorrow. Remember that she is in a heaven without any pain. You will always treasure your memories of her. ahead. God bless all of you." "
- Helen Choo
- Posted: Monday, March 8, 2010

"To The Russell and Watson Family;I'm so sorry for your loss.May you all find comfort knowing that she is with our Lord and no longer does she suffer.God well see you through this.The entire family has my deepest sympathy.You all are in my thoughts and prayers."
- Patricia Russell Stout
- Posted: Monday, March 8, 2010

"To the Watson, Russell families, my deepest condolences for the loss of Wookey. Yes, she would always make you smile, even when you were not in the mood. Know that she is free of pain and watching over you all as your guardian angel. Keep your memories close to your heart. God bless you all."
- Shirley Copado
- Posted: Monday, March 8, 2010

"Tammy and family, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Hold tight to your moms memories and she will always be with you. "
- Robin Duke
- Posted: Monday, March 8, 2010

"Watson and Russell family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. "
- Evelyn 'Beanie' Bean
- Posted: Monday, March 8, 2010

"We extend our deepest sympathy to all your family. I know how much you all loved her and that you will all miss her deeply. We will keep you in our prayers. "
- Rick and Deb Starliper
- Posted: Sunday, March 7, 2010

""May you find peace and comfort in knowing that your grief is shared by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all." God Bless. "
- Cyndi Wallace and Family
- Posted: Sunday, March 7, 2010

""Pat and family, So sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Know that she is with all of you in spirit and shining down upon you.""
- Dave & Kim Gisriel
- Posted: Sunday, March 7, 2010

"Sorry to hear that, my prayers go out to you and and family ."
- charles russell
- Posted: Sunday, March 7, 2010

"Rainey and family, may God give you the peace at this difficult time. Memories will help you through this sadness and knowing that she is with our Lord and no more pain."
- Margo & John Cordes
- Posted: Sunday, March 7, 2010

""To the Watson and Russell family ~ Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time". The Goddard Family."
- Linda (Goddard) Stone
- Posted: Sunday, March 7, 2010

"My heart is with you all."
- Gary Smith
- Posted: Saturday, March 6, 2010

"To my sisters and brothers and her children, she is now in God's home, an no longer in pain. Her beautiful smile and the precious memories we all have are sealed within our hearts. I will miss my sister and friend. Thou, I know she is in peace now and will continue to watch over us all. "
- Rita Pegg
- Posted: Saturday, March 6, 2010

"To the Watson and Russell Family, Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this most sad time. May time ease your sorrow and loving memories of your mother, sister, best friend bring you peace."
- Tom and Joan Slade Simmons
- Posted: Saturday, March 6, 2010

"To the Russell and Watson Family, May all of your warm memories ease the sorrow that you feel, with sympathy..Ruby"
- Ruby Slade
- Posted: Saturday, March 6, 2010

"Rita and family, My prayers and thoughts are with all of you in this time of sorrow. Know she is in a better place without any pain. You will always have your memories of her, they will get you through the days ahead. God bless all of you."
- Linda Cullison
- Posted: Saturday, March 6, 2010

"Rainey and family, so sorry to hear of your sister's passing. It's never an easy time, but let your memories give you joy and peace during this time. Our thoughts are with you."
- Steve & Debbie Kapinos
- Posted: Saturday, March 6, 2010

"My deepest sympathy to the Watson family. My fondest memories of Wookie will be her twinkling eyes. Her merriment and her laugh. She was a wonderful person to work with and know. May she rest in peace and be happy again now that she is with God and her son. "
- Linda Caldwell
- Posted: Saturday, March 6, 2010

"My Heartfelt sympathy to the family. May God be with you through this difficult time. Know that any time you look up you will see her smiling face!"
- Renee Boley
- Posted: Saturday, March 6, 2010

"Our hearts are heavy with sorrow in our loss of a sister & friend."
- Pete & Doll Ekster
- Posted: Friday, March 5, 2010

"To Our Family: It has been difficult the last couple days watching the family grieve and struggle with medical decisions. It is hard to let a loved one go yet we knew she could not continue the horrid battle of cancer which has consumed the last ten years of her precious life. We are sad to let her go yet relieved that God and Mike will take care of her now. Always treasure your memories and remember we do not parish...we have everlasting life. Peace be with you during this time and always. "
- Sharon & Bill Eglinton
- Posted: Friday, March 5, 2010