March 3, 1932 - August 24, 2015
Barbara Dixon Watson
Born March 3, 1932 in Minneapolis. Formerly of Richfield, most recently living in Shakopee at St. Gertrude’s – The Gardens. Passed away on August 24, 2015 peacefully after her 2 ½ year fight against Multiple Myeloma. A proud graduate of U of M with a B.A. in Education. She was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother and nana. Preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Ethel Starn and beloved husband of 55 years, William W. Watson. Survived by daughters, Nancy (Dan) Solberg, Patty (Jack) Pointer; grandchildren, Kyle & Brett Pointer; brother, Roger (Priscilla) Starn; sister-in-law, Jane Ellis; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
A special thank you to Dr. Brenda Larson and all the staff at St. Francis Cancer Center and St. Gertrude’s –The Garden.
Private services will be held.
In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Animal Humane Society and American Cancer Society.