Rosetta Marie (Stroud) Watson

Rosetta Marie Watson, beloved matriarch, dedicated community member, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2024, at the venerable age of 104. Rosetta was born on November 6, 1919, in Bloucher, Indiana, to her loving parents, Harry and Myrtle Stroud.

Throughout her long and fulfilling life, Rosetta embodied warmth, kindness, and unwavering dedication to her family and community. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Royce Watson, and her cherished daughter, Bobbie Jean Derting-Taylor, as well as her three brothers and three sisters.

Rosetta's presence in the community was marked by her active involvement in various organizations and institutions. She was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Sellersburg and also found solace and community at Hiltons Methodist Church in Hiltons, VA. Rosetta's commitment to education and community involvement was evident through her role as the Carr Township Grade School PTO President. She further demonstrated her dedication to youth through her leadership in the Brownies and Girl Scouts and her involvement with Job’s Daughters.

A pillar of strength and service, Rosetta was a 50-year member of the Eastern Star, where she served with distinction as Worthy Matron. Additionally, she proudly supported the Veterans of Foreign Wars, recognizing the sacrifices of those who served their country.

Beyond her community engagements, Rosetta found joy and fulfillment in various hobbies and interests. She was an avid quilter and a skilled crocheter. Her adventurous spirit led her to explore new places through travel and frequent visits to flea markets. Rosetta's passion for dance was evident in her love for square dancing and clogging, where she found joy in movement and music. Among her favorite pastimes was watching the films of her beloved movie star, John Wayne.

Rosetta's legacy of love and devotion lives on through her surviving family members, including her son, Philip Reid (Judy); daughters Bonnie Moore (Jim) and Nancy Townsend (Will); seven grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren, with one more on the way.

The celebration of Rosetta's remarkable life will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 1:00 PM at Garr Funeral Home, located at 7806 Hwy 311 in Sellersburg, IN. Visitation hours will be held on Friday, May 10, from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.

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