Obituary of Helyn Marie Watson

P. Eric Watson, 86 and his wife, Helyn M. Watson 85, of Chiefland passed away within hours of one another on Nov. 21, 2011 at Williston Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Williston. Both Eric and Helyn were born in Chiefland and spent most of their life in this area. Mr. Watson served his country in the US Navy during WWII and was owner of Chiefland Cold Storage. Mrs. Watson retired from the Draft Board with the Selective Service System. They both enjoyed being on the beach and on the river, fishing and traveling. They are survived by many friends in the area. Mr. Watson is preceded in death by his parents, James Munroe & Gladys Watson; sister, Doris Watson Studstill; and brother, James 'Jim" Watson. Mrs. Watson is preceded in death by her father Novel Edward 'N.E.' Gore. Funeral Services are planned for Monday, Nov 28, 2011 at 3 P.M. at Chiefland Cemetery with Vistiation one hour prior at hiers-Baxley Funeral Services-Chiefland. Arrangements are under the care of Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, 1301 N. Young Blvd., Chiefland, FL 32626, 352-493-0050. On line condolences may be sent through our website at www.hiers-baxley.com