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LORNA PHYLLIS WATSON
Born: Mar 30, 1923
Date of Passing: Apr 16, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryLORNA PHYLLIS WATSON (nee LEE) 1923 - 2015 Lorna was born to Anton and Anna Lee on March 30, 1923. She was raised in Minnedosa, MB. She passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 16, 2015 at the age of 92. She is survived by four children; Marcia (Wes) Dyck, Lois (Richard) Lyons, Mark (Deb) Watson, David Watson (Karla Wier), 16 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren. She began her working career in the Minnedosa Creamery, and later took a secretarial course before working in a law office. Lorna met Douglas Ruthven Watson of Deloraine, MB at Clear Lake and it was love at first sight. They were married at Knox United Church in Minnedosa in 1948. Mom loved music and had a beautiful soprano voice. She was an accomplished pianist, organist, piano/singing teacher and choir director in Montreal and Winnipeg. She was a proud homemaker who set a festive table and served amazing meals, opening her home to many foster children and extended family members. She also loved animals, especially dogs and birds. The family would like to thank the staff at West Park Manor Personal Care Home for their excellent care, and the many special friends who faithfully visited her during her eight years there. A funeral service to celebrate her life will be held at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave., on Thursday, May 7, 2015 at 10:00 a.m., with a public viewing at 9:30 a.m. If desired, donations may be made in Lorna's name to West Park Manor, 3199 Grant Ave., Winnipeg, MB, R2R 1X2 in support of their Furnishing the Future fundraising project. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.ca 204-885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 25, 2015
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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My thoughts and prayers are with the Watson family. Mrs. Watson was Junior Choir Director at Westworth United Church when I first met her. She was so inspiring and encouraging and when she told me I should take voice lessons I remember being excited and nervous and saying, "I'd love to but just to be a better chorister, I'll never sing solo". Well, as we all know, Mrs. Watson had a way of overriding your beliefs in your limitations and I found myself at McGill studying voice and, well, singing solo was my career and livelihood for 30+ years! Thank you Mrs. Watson! - Posted by: Carolyn Sinclair (Former student) on: May 07, 2015
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Well Mom since I was about 7 years old in Greenfield Park Quebec back in the '60s, you were a big part in my life. You taught me about "love" and when you left and moved back to Winnipeg we kept in touch, visited and you took me in 1970-1971. Well I did learn and I have two beautiful boys who have benefitted from all your teachings. I will always remember you. From the bottom of my heart "THANK YOU" and I Love you - Debi - Posted by: Debi Burnett McGrath (Dear friend and my Winnipeg MOM) on: Apr 27, 2015
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My Darling Aunt Lorna You have always held a special place in my heart. You sang me to sleep when I was a baby (so said Mom). I was your Flower Girl when you and Uncle Doug married. You were my support when I was in need. You were my cheering section when life was good. I will miss your bright smile and twinkly eyes. - Posted by: Catheryn Pedersen (Niece) on: Apr 27, 2015
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I will never forget the joy that Lorna brought to the Cherub Choir at Westworth, especially the "noodle". I was a member of the senior choir and enjoyed singing with the whole Watson family. My sincere sympathy to all of you. Lorna was a very special woman. Lorraine Moore member of Westworth United - Posted by: Lorraine Moore (Church friend) on: Apr 27, 2015
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My sincere sympathy to the Watson Family. Mrs. Watson was my voice and piano teacher through my teen years until I was 21 years old. She was kind, passionate about music and encouraging to me in my music journey. She seemed to be able to choose just the right song for me... and if it involved singing in a different language, she would always find a language coach so that I would sing the Italian or German lyrics just right. I loved going to lessons, first "at the big house" on Brock and later on Clare, as she was always interested in what I was up to first and then we would get to the lesson. I remember her always serving me a treat at some point of the lesson. As a choir director, she didn't just build a choir but a community of singers who enjoyed getting together and sharing. Although I haven't seen Mrs. Watson for many years, I have thought of her often and hold her with high regard. Thinking of you. Laurie (Biggar) Bracken - Posted by: Laurie (Biggar) Bracken (Voice/Piano student, Choir member in Westworth's Intermediate Choir) on: Apr 25, 2015
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When Marcia and I were young teens I spent time at their house visiting, Mrs. Watson was always so kind and friendly, in the greenfield park days I won't forget those fond memories may she rest in peace,sincerely Lynda Tedd and Richard Wallis now living in Ontario for retirement - Posted by: lynda wallis(tedd) (aqaintence) on: Apr 25, 2015
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Our sincere condolences to all the family. Lorna was enjoyed by all in Westworth United choir...what an inspiration. Diane had the pleasure of being one of her voice students and Ian her piano student. Best of all she was our friend. She will be remembered and missed. Verna Johnston - Posted by: The Johnston Family now in Ontario and BC. (Friends/voice student and piano student in Winnipeg ) on: Apr 25, 2015
