Anna (Ann) Elizabeth Watson (nee Mickelson) passed away peacefully with family by her side on March 18, 2026, at La Verendrye General Hospital.
Ann was born November 14, 1944, in Fort Frances. As a young child she moved to Sioux Lookout with her family. She attended Queen Elizabeth High School but dropped out in Grade 10. She later would obtain her High School diploma in 1989. She graduated nursing school on September 15, 1965, and worked as a Registered Nursing Assistant until she injured her back and was unable to.
She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Ray; and by her children Charlotte (Mike), Raeann, Gord (LaRae); grandchildren Jason and Jordon Bazylewski and Deagan Watson. She is also survived by her nephews Gerry (Delma) Clace, Reggie (Tracy) Clace and Donnie (Darlene) Clace; special niece Cher of Winnipeg and family and special nephew Ron of Surprise Arizona and family; along with many great-nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents Dorothy and Abgot Mickelson; her brother John Mickelson and his wife Minnie; her sister Edith Clace and her husband Fred.
Mom was a Legion member and served on the executive for many years. She served as the 1st female president of Branch 29! She was a social butterfly. In her younger years she bowled in the local league. When the girls joined Brownies she became a leader and helped mold other girls in the area. In her later years she enjoyed darts, crib and gardening. She also had an extensive craft room where you could find almost anything for anything. She was good with a sewing machine and was willing to hem or mend any clothing her kids or grandchildren needed or make something to solve any problem that was encountered.
As per her request she was to be cremated with no funeral. A private interment of her ashes will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Riverside “Lights, Camera, DIAGNOSIS!” campaign or the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29.
Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
