Winifred Erica Watson (Winnie), of Mays Landing passed away on June 23, 2013 after a courageous two year battle with cancer. She stayed strong to the end and would not let it get her down.
Born in New Brunswick, New Jersey and graduated from East Brunswick High School. She attended Glassboro State College and received her Bachelors of Science degree in Biology from Stockton College.
Winnie worked in several south jersey labs prior to working at the Atlantic County Health Department. She retired in 2007 after 19 years of service.
Her passions were interacting with people, skiing, tending to her garden and flowers, nature and animals; especially Purple Martins and Bluebirds.
She is survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Jim. Her brothers Rory and John of Ohio and sister Ilona of Pennsylvania.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 2, 2013. Friends may gather from 5pm to 7pm at Boakes Funeral Home, 6050 Main Street, Mays Landing, NJ. Service will be at 7pm.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Winnie’s name to Purple Martin Conservation Association, 301 Peninsula Drive, Suite 6, Erie, PA 16505.
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Winifred Watson
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