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Helen M. Watson

  • On January 11, 2022
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Helen M. Watson, age 93, of Upper St. Clair, formerly of Forest Hills passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on January 11, 2022.

She was the daughter of the late Elsie and Wilbert Milligan.

Beloved wife of 69 years to her dearest husband Jack Watson; loving mother of Claire (Charles) Thornburgh, Susan Watson, Gretchen (Richard) Stokes and the late Rebecca (surviving: Randy) Ferrari; grandmother of Lindsay Ferrari, Jessica (Patrick) Redmond, Caitlin (Scott) Springer, Meghan Thornburgh, Justin (Sarah) Thornburgh, Allison Kaye Stokes, Jackson Stokes, and Elizabeth Stokes; great grandmother of McKenna Jordan Springer and Sloane Rebecca Redmond.

Helen was a Health and Physical Education teacher and winning coach for Woodland Hills School District and Churchill Area School District. She loved antiques and was the former owner of Edgewood Station Antiques. She had a deep  faith and was a member, Deacon and Elder of Westminster Presbyterian Church. Her philosophy in life was “Trust and Obey in God.” God knows the rest of her story.

A joyful celebration of her life will be held at a date to be announced. Inurnment will be private, family only, at The National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Friendship Village Team Member Appreciation Fund, 1290 Boyce Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15241 or Westminster Presbyterian Church Youth Program, 2040 Washington Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15241.

The family wishes to thank the Friendship Village team members and OSPTA Hospice staff, who lovingly cared for Helen.

Please view and sign the family’s online guestbook at pittsburghcremation.com.

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13 Comments

Francine Altman
Dear Sue - although I haven’t been in touch, I think about you and Eli often. I know you’ve been going through a lot but you handle it with honor and grace. The seasons of life can be so difficult - I’m sure you have to be so attentive to your dad at this time. You had a sayings up about taking care of those who took care of you and it touched my heart. Grace to you as you navigate this new part of your life.
Nick Marks
To Claire and the rest of the Watson and extended families. I am so sorry for the passing of your mom, grandmother, great grandmother and wife. What a long and happy life she enjoyed! "Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our trials so that we may be able to comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we received from God." (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4) May Jehovah be with each of you and supply you with the power beyond what is normal to endure this difficult time. With sincere condolences, Nick
    Claire
    Thank you Nick for your kinds words and sharing of scripture. They brought comfort to me.
Fred Barnes
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. May the grace and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with her and with the family.
Charlene Ness
Claire, Keeping you and your family in my prayers. I just love your Mother's saying "Trust and Obey in God". God will see you through this time of sorrow, giving you peace and comfort.
    Claire
    Thank you Charlene. I appreciate the support you have been during this tender time.
Katie Zaitz-Fink
Claire, I extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family. May the soul of your Mother be at peace with our Heavenly Father. Lifting You Up in Prayer in the Loss of Your Mother, a prayer for peace... a wish for courage for each day... a hope that somehow you will find comfort in remembering your mother. Praying you’re comforted by memories and held close in God’s love as you grieve. Her voice will echo in memories you hold, Her smile will warm you through stories retold; Her love will touch you in spirit each day, Her life will be treasured in beautiful ways. For this is what the Lord says… “As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you." Isaiah 66:12, 13
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