Marion Norma Mae Watts, 84, passed away on Wednesday, May 07, 2008 at 3:18 A.M. at her home.
Norma was born Jan 22, 1924 the daughter of Carney Ray & Nellie Houston (Bridwell) Owens in Springfield. She married Dean Watts on July 2, 1956 in Uika, Mississippi and together they have shared over 51 years of marriage.
Norma worked with the elderly in various hospitals, nursing homes and as private duty. She was a member of Lemaster Pentecostal Church.
Survivors include:
Husband Dean Watts of Marion
Two sons;
Larry E. Maddox and wife Pat of Burlington, Iowa
William E. Maddox and wife Diane of Adrian, Florida
Daughter Sandra Lee Pritchett of Marion
Eight Grandchildren
Six Great Grandchildren
Sister Betty Travelstead of Marion
Several nieces and nephews
Preceded by Parents, Three brothers Lawrence, Sam and LaVerne Owens, Sister Nadine Dawe.
Funeral services will be Friday, May 9, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. at Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home in Marion with Rev. Chris Clendenin officiating. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5:00 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home.