Passed away peacefully at Fudger House, Toronto on Wednesday, July 18, 2012, Martha Elizabeth Watson. Born November 19, 1924 on the 4th line of Albion Township, Peel County, Martha was the youngest child of Mary See and James Hamilton Rutherford. The last surviving member of her family, Martha was predeceased by her parents (1955 and 1957) and all of her siblings and their spouses; David, William (Mary), Margaret Stephens (Fred), Sadie/Sarah Sindholt, Mary Shatford and Henry (Velma). Martha was also predeceased by her husband of 51 years R. Bruce Watson (1999), two stillborn daughters (1951 and 1953), her eldest son Stanley Watson (1993), three nieces Janice Rutherford, Mary Wilson, Margaret-Ann Rutherford and nephew Jim Stephens. Martha is survived by her remaining children; Cathie (David Hayward), Nova Scotia; Dorothy (Tim Caley) and Margaret (Brian Robinson), both of Toronto; Bill Mohrmann-Watson (Kathryn), Ottawa and daughter-in-law Glenda McPherson. Grandmother of James (Anna), Austria; Andrew, Ottawa; Alexander and Benjamin, United Kingdom; Andrew and Duncan, Toronto. Great-grandmother of Alexander and Jacob, Austria. Remembered by seven nieces and nephews and several grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Martha is dearly remembered by her long-time loyal and dedicated friend Cathy Hogg who visited her regularly over the past number of years. Martha and Bruce farmed and raised their family first in Vaughan Township, outside Woodbridge and later in Peel Township, outside Drayton. Both were active in their community. Martha was a volunteer extraordinaire, involved in 4H, Women’s Institute, the Woodbridge and the Drayton fall fairs and the United Church Women. Martha and Bruce enjoyed a long retirement together on their property in Peel Township and then in Guelph. After Bruce died, Martha moved to Toronto to be near Dorothy and Margaret. She resided in Fudger House since 2006.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) Saturday, July 21 from one o’clock until time of memorial service in the chapel at 2 o’clock.
Interment of cremated remains will be in the family plot Laurel Hill Cemetery, Bolton.
Memorial donations may be made to www.habitat.ca or www.alzheimer.ca.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
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Rhonda Dobson
Dorothy:
I wanted to let you know how sorry I was to read about your mother’s passing.
I’ve always admired how well you took care of your mother and I know that she must of always felt so loved. I wish I could be there tomorrow for you but unfortunately I can’t. I will try and touch base next week.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Tim and your entire family.
Rhonda and Bryan
Delene Hardy
My sincerest condolences to all.
I wish I had known her – she sounds like a wonderful person. I would have liked to hear her stories.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Yours most sincerely,
Delene Murray Hardy
Glen Margaret, NS
Peter Uffelmann
Dorothy
My condolences to you and your family during this time of loss. I’m sure your Mother enjoyed a long and wonderful life with you and her extended family. I know how much you supported her during the last few years and how much you and your family will miss her.
Peter
Susan McMurray and David Langille
David and I are so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. While she is at peace now, those of us in her circle of family and friends all experience the loss. I am so glad that I was able to get to know your mom and spend time with her reading some of the wonderful books you picked, and I only wish I’d had the chance to meet her earlier.
I know how much your mom valued your visits and care of her, as well as visits with the boys and Brian, your other family members, and her friends.
Take comfort from the knowledge that she loved you all and knew that you loved her. Keep your memories near.
All my best,
Susan
Don Cooper
Dorothy
I remember how fondly you talked about your Mother. You will have many memories to take with you into the future. Our thoughts are with you and your Family today.
Don & Betty
Diane Wilson
Dear Family,
I am so thankful to have had such a wonderful Aunt as Martha. I have many warm memories of her as I was growing up. Having Aunt Martha be able to attend my own Mother’s funeral in 2007, was one of the greatest blessings of that difficult day — thank you, Cathie.
Will keep you all in my prayers.
Love Diane
Linda Jack
Watson Family:
Sorry we are unable to attend your mothers funeral today. We remember her fondly. Our thoughts are with you.
Linda & Warren
Robin MacNeil-Ward
Cathie and family….my sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom…my thoughts are with you.
Marina Wright
I have fond memories of visiting with Martha & Bruce at Watson family gatherings. Martha was always very interested in our 4H activities and we enjoyed hearing about life on the farm. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Norman Watson, Marina Wright, Norma Curtis, Janet Lawson, Karen Lonsway & families
Donna and Karl Kirner
Cathie and family, we were sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I know that she had slipped away long before as had my mother. I hope they are connecting in heaven and enjoying the rewards of a life well lived. Mothers are special and we thank God for the love they gave us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ann Cantley
Dearest Cathie and Family …very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mum ..it is such a heartache to lose one’s Mum ..bless all of your hearts ..Most sincere …Ann
Irene Colboourne
Cathie & family,
Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. my thoughts & prayers are with you and yours, remember all the good times you had together. May God bless you and give you the strength you need to carry on.