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Cheryl Lynn Watson, 59, of Little Cypress passed away Thursday, Aug. 7, at Orange Villa Following a lengthy illness.

Born Dec. 9, 1954, Miss Watson was a lifelong resident of Little Cypress. A teacher by profession, she taught English and Social Studies, impacting lives of students in Buna and Vidor school districts.

Prior to her illness, Miss Watson was an avid artist; gifting paintings and ornaments to many family members and friends. She was also a trivia buff, specializing in Celtic history and the Renaissance era.

Miss Watson was preceded in death by her father, G.E. Watson and her sister, Patsy Watson.

She is survived by her mother, Carmen Delores Watson; multiple aunts, uncles, cousins and three goddaughters.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Monday, Aug. 11, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Dorman Funeral Home, with a rosary to be recited at 7:00 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 12, at 10:00 am at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Orange. Burial will follow at Parrish Cemetery in Little Cypress.