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Sandra Watson Obituary
Sandra Sue (Sandy) Watson, age 75, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Pioneer Ridge Rapid Recovery in Lawrence, KS.
She was born February 3, 1949, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Elmer "Dutch" and Doris (Smith) Meyer.
She married Raymond Brown on July 29,1967 (div. 1982) They have two daughters. Sandra worked as a Property Manager for Trail Ridge Apartments. During this time, it was not uncommon for her to be known as "mom" to the many college students that cycled through year after year. Sandra's charming personality made it easy for her to be a friend to many.
In the spring of 2003, she met her forever love, Harlow (Bud) Watson. They married, Sept 5, 2003 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. During their 21 years together they had many adventures. Their most cherished memories involve car shows featuring one or more of their beautiful hot rods. February 11, 2021, Sandra suffered a life-changing stroke. Bud's role became full time caregiver for his beloved wife and he remained by her side until her death. He survives the home.
Other survivors include a daughter, Michelle (Larry) Magee, Lawrence, KS; a daughter, Mendy (Terry) Gilliand, Lawrence, KS ; six grandchildren Andrew Pester, Brooklyn, NY, Gabriel Magee, San Francisco, CA, Jonah Pester, Scottsdale, AZ, Josie (Isaac) Schmidt, Reedsport, OR, Maxwell (Erin) Gilliland, Baldwin City, KS and Holly (Mason) Barnes, Lawrence, KS.
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Wendi Georgie
January 27, 2025
Michelle, Mendy and family,
Sandy will be missed by all who loved her. Her smile was contagious and she loved to dance, now she is dancing for Jesus! Amen! Prayers for you all during this time of life adjustment. Much love, Wendi
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