Dear Courtney, 

I was sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Mothers are special people in our lives, it's their unconditional love and devotion that never fails to transcend time or circumstance.
May treasured memories  embrace your mind and heart through the grieving process.
Reading about Betsy I see where you get such a beautiful soul...    

Sympathy & blessings, 
Sandy Guerriere

Courtney and Logan, I was so sorry to have missed your mother's funeral service.  I was a long-time friend of hers from the Woman's Club of Raleigh and she was quite a force to be reckoned with!  I miss her vitality, love of our club and bright smile.  Sending both of you and her sweet, sweet Reeves my thoughts and prayers.

Courtney and Logan, Blessing and prayers for peace in your loss. Betsy is so proud of each of you.  It shows in the care and love you gave back to her all her life and to the end.  She loved her memorial service - I just know it!  Love to you guys!

Dear Courtney -- please know how sorry I was to read of your mother's passing. When she visited Wilmington, she had more pep and energy, and is the only one I know who could out-shop me! I'd tell her about a cute new store to go see, and she already knew about it, been there, done that. She was an amazing lady, like you -- her precious daughter. And from reading other tributes about her, it seems she is the one who taught you to juggle five balls, a career, family and home all at one time -- and do it well!  It has to be difficult with her passing right now as the NC Jr. Sorosis Antique Show is coming up; she knew YOU were the one running it, organizing it, shaping its early years -- all while having a medical practice, a husband, a child, and two poodles! If your mother taught you to do all that, and not lose your sanity, then she did a fantastic job.  My thoughts and love are with you and your family.

Betsy was a bright light in the lives of all who knew her, just as that candle's glow warms us.  Praying for our Lord's comfort for Courtney, Logan and all her loved ones.  Precious friend, she has been greatly beloved.

Betsy was a delight to work with and be around at social and business functions.  She had great spirit and enthusiasm.  She loved her children and was happy to share updates on both.  I worked with her for at least 12 years or more.  I am so sorry to hear of her passing and my deepest sympathy to all of her family and friends,
Dewey R. Bennett

I was fortunate to have worked with Betsy at P&C for many years. I will always cherish those times.

I knew Betsy in the early 60's. During that time she was teaching at Roanoke Rapids High School. She and Mr. Watson met and later married. She was such a pretty lady. I shall remember her family in my prayers.

Courtney and family my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Courtney and family, we are so sorry for your loss and are here for you for anything that you may need.  
love your family at Consults in Wellness

Our warmest condolences to Cortney, Logan, Sonny, and family. 

With love,
Cousins John and Josh Hopkins
Atlantic Beach, NC

My prayers go out to the entire Watson family.

Courtney and Logan:  My deepest sympathy is extended to you during this time.  Your mother was a beautiful person and will be truly missed.  Love, Katie Hunter

Although I knew Betsy for only a short time, it was a delight to have known her. 

Peggy Crawley, Raleigh, North Carolina

So sorry for your loss.  Ms. Watson was a very special teacher of mine at RRHS in the early sixties.  Mary Styons Garrison

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.

Joyce and Luther Green

My deepest sympathy to all the family for your great loss. Betsy and I worked together on the political arena and shared wonderful memories of good times. Betsy always gave her all and was willing to pitch in and get the job done-a friend you could always count on. She will surely be missed.

To the family of Betsy Watson, I offer my prayers to you during this time.  She was a very "enlightening" individual to work with during my years at Purchase and Contract.  May you find comfort in knowing she is at rest. May God Keep Your Family in "Perfect Peace"

Betsy was a joy to work with at Purchase & Contract. I missed her dearly when she retired. I will keep the family in my prayers, but take comfort in the life she lived.

Courtney, David and family, so very sorry to hear of your Mom passing.  Please try and take comfort in knowing that you have the support and thoughts of family and friends.
Ellen

When I think about Betsy, I remember she was part of so many things here in Raleigh. While Creedmoor was where she was raised, it was Raleigh that became her life.

Betsy was a central part of that crowd we called the "Glen Forest Group" we were all young- in our twenties and raising children in those days. We came together because we were neighbors, yet through the years as we moved away, the friendships remained. There was so much fun, gossip, laughter down at the pool and at those swim meets. The bridge club covered a lot of territory at its gatherings. Then those children grew older and had their own children, everyone still is connected in many ways. Betsy's role in all this was she a big part of the cement that kept us together; in the earlier years, she was quite the "partygiver" and she loved cooking for us and keeping all the children involved. We did a whole lot of laughing. When the "girls" went on the beach weekends, she loved to be a leader in our mischief and rollicking good times. Across the years, Betsy kept up with who was sick, who got married, who moved away; Betsy was present at all the weddings, funerals and big events. She kept us in touch with each other.  I'm sure many of us will bid her farewell this Saturday.

Oh, how Betsy and I could butt heads, agree, disagree, laugh, cry and get up and go again through all the stuff that got tossed our way.  Lordy, I did love that woman; it's so hard to lose her.

Betsy was a great Mother to Logan and Courtney and she never failed to let you know about their achievements which were substantial. In the last months of her life, those 2 cared and tended to Betsy in such a remarkable manner. Their love for her certainly showed in their constant care for her every need. She was always so proud of them, I hope in those waning days of her life she realized how extraordinary her children were. Oh, I almost forgot that Betsy's grandson, Reeves, was the most perfect child in the whole wide world! He'll miss growing up with his feisty, loving grandmother.

Well, I wonder how the Woman's Club and the Democratic Party can exist without Betsy? Talk about a dedicated volunteer! Those organizations were her other life. With her outgoing personality she had an enormous commitment to and developed a huge number of friends in those two organizations. She took on so many leadership roles.  Again, the memorial service will be full of these folks who loved Betsy.

Betsy sure had energy, through the years she held responsible professional jobs at the time she was involved with everything else. She like being "involved."

Betsy did enjoy every party and gathering to which she was invited. She would pitch in and help everywhere, whether it was decorations, food or advice, Betsy was part of the activities. Oh my, did Betsy love to dress up "properly." Handsome clothes, perfect makeup and hair and lots of jewelry"¦ that was our Betsy. There certainly was a "Betsy style" which we all recognized and loved.

Betsy, rest now, you left us too soon and you are greatly missed.
Beverly Dean Peoples

Logan,
I am so sorry for your loss.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family.

Courtney and Logan...  Your mother has been a great friend to me.  Betsy was one of the ladies who sponsored me into The Woman's Club of Raleigh almost 25 year ago.  I have enjoyed the many projects we have worked on together.  She TRUELY was a very special person... A very special friend.  She will be greatly missed.  You and your families are in my thoughts and prayers...

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know how much Betsy loved her club, and the friendships she made all across the state. She was an outstanding volunteer and a wonderful person. May her memory be eternal.

Wendy Carriker
GFWC-NC 2012-14 President

Courtney and Logan, I worked with your mother in the Raleigh Office of U.S. Senator Robert B. Morgan (D-NC).  What fun we all had together.  That was in 1977 and up until about 1980, I believe.  She was a "ball of fire."  Please be assured that I am thinking of you and your family during this very sad time in your lives.  John L. Williamson, Washington, D.C.

Elbert and I send our prayers and thoughts to you at this time. Betsy was a good friend and dedicated member of The Woman's Club of Raleigh. Thank you for sharing your mother with our federation. She gave so much of her time and talent to the organization. She was appreciated and will be missed. God's blessings to you. Julene

Your mom was like no other person I have had the opportunity to share a friendship with.  She could make fun out of anything; she could get a job done when no one else could or would and it all would be with that little twinkle in her eyes.  My life is much richer because our paths crossed.    Elaine Steinbeck

Courtney and Logan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time, but your Mom leaves tremendous memories that so many people will cherish.  Her life was cut short; however, it is comforting to know she loved every day of it--especially when she was talking about you.  Betsy affected us all, and she will be sorely missed.  May you find strength in each other and friends to sustain you in the days, weeks and months ahead.
Kaye Gattis

Prayers go out to the family of Betsy. She & I went to school together and graduated in 1957 at Creedmoor High.

Betsy was a dear friend for over forty years. She will be missed. My thoughts are with your family.

We are so sorry to learn of your great loss of your Mom and our great loss of a friend. Betsy was truly a special person to all of us. Our prayers and love go to you and your family.

tO: Courtney and Logan:
Your Mother brought me flowers after my
surgery, even though she struggled to
breathe, she always wanted everyone
around her to smile and be happy...
What a loss for all of us, but I wish
her memory to be eternal...
Jackie Pastis Margoles

Very sorry for your loss Logan.  You and your family are in my thoughts. There is no more suffering now and she is in eternal happiness.

 Louise

Logan and Courtney, my heart is aching as we bid Betsy a good voyage into our next phase of life.  A better friend will be hard to find, as she was always one of the best.  I am thankful for her footprints on my life and continue to cherish your friendship.  Keeping you in my heart.....

Betsy was a wonderful person to know.  I enjoyed working with her on projects for the Woman's Club of Raleigh.  She will surely be missed.  My sympathy and prayers go out to her family.  Kathy Cooke

OBITUARY

Betsy Lyon Watson

September 2, 1940 – January 5, 2013

Brown-Wynne Funeral Home & Crematory

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