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Janice M. Watson

Passed 08/12/2024

Obituary For Janice M. Watson

Ms. Janice M. Watson "Spanky" peacefully entered her eternal rest on Monday, August 12, 2024 at Doctor’s Community Hospital in Lanham, MD.

“Spanky”, as she was affectionately known, was born on July 3, 1961 to the late Mr. Willie “Pete” Watson and the late Mrs. Bettye E. Means Watson.

Janice was a member of Galilee Baptist Church in Suitland, MD.

Janice was a graduate of Spartanburg High School, Class of 1979. She was also a 1983 graduate of Benedict College. She retired as a Social Worker from the Department of Health & Human Services of Montgomery County, Maryland after 32 years of service.

She leaves to cherish her memory: 3 brothers, Darrell (Lisa “Cookie”), Gerald (Darlene) and Casey Teamer of Spartanburg, SC; 2 sisters, Sabrina Watson-Jackson (Odell) of Bowie, MD and Vanessa Watson Wilkins of Atlanta, GA; nieces, reared in the home, Brittany N. Walker and Lohgan Smith; godmother, Ms. Camille Weston of Columbia, SC; two aunts, Mrs. Jessie Mae Watson of Spartanburg, SC and Mrs. Annie Pearl Means of Columbia, SC; four Godchildren, Caressa and Carrenda Jennings of Washington, DC, Morgan Johnson of Temple Hills, MD, Jordyn Wright of Washington, DC and Desmond Simpson (deceased); bonus sisters, Wille Mae Jones and Phoebe Meadors (Alfred) of Spartanburg, SC, Lisa Elmore of Moore, SC, Brenda Taylor (Joseph), Brenda Yates (Paul), Brenda Thompson, Toni Walker (Jeffrey) all of Maryland, Felecia Redding (Marion) of Simpsonville, SC, Jerrett Wright (Robert) and JaNelle Latney both of Washington, DC, Collette Nichols of Charlottes, NC, Nichelle Nichols of Spartanburg, SC, Linda Lonzer of Washington DC, Betty Taylor (Tony), Tracey Jones (Curtis) of Fountain Inn, SC; and a bonus brother, Curtis Jones (Tracey) of Fountain Inn, SC.

Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC. Livestream will be available via Facebook on the TEEFERGUSONREPORT.

At the request of the late Janice M. Watson "Spanky" please wear colorful attire.


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Wow, what a shocker for me, I'm just now knowing about her transition from earth to heaven. Every time I run into Darrel I would always ask about her, and we would always have a good conversation about her. Me and him took a picture together to send to her so she wouldn't forget me( which I new she wouldn't). We were partners in high school. We did a lot together. This is heartbreaking for me right now, and to find out so late is even harder. To the Watson family, my condolences to you all, with love from, Shirley Pearson Littlejohn.

Missing you Janice. Thank you for being a great mentor in my teens while living in ft Washingtonton MD. I chose my career because of the early exposure you gave me while working at the teen group home in Washington DC in the early 1990s. I will miss you and you will always be remembered. Love Tamika ( from the Ferguson family in DC)

Missing you my dear friend. You will always be in our hearts. Laverne, Parris & Leroy

Sending my sincere condolences to the Watson Family. May God strengthen everyone during this time of sorrow.

Alberta Johnson and Family

To the family so sorry for your loss. Janice was one of a kind. She will always be a friend and have a special place in my heart. Rest in peace. Love Diana Woodfolk ❤️

Words can't even express what I'm feeling right now! We were childhood friends. We even went to college together. When J moved to Maryland after graduation, we didn't keep in touch as often. However, we still remained friends. I will always remember the wonderful memories we shared through the years. My continued love and prayers are with you all. Please let me know if you all need me for anything. Sabrina, you know how to reach me. Bridgette Foster Taylor 🙏🏾❤️

Kingswood Harmony drive. Sleep in peace

Our deepest condolences to the Watson family. Although I've known J all of my life, it was after the birth of my "preemie" granddaughter that J came to the front of the line for us. When we needed answers that we weren't receiving, J stepped in, voluntarily, and gave us all the information we needed. We were so appreciative of her sharing her years of expertise with us. Cousin, I know you will miss J's daily presence, but you have a LIFETIME of wonderful memories. Know that we are here for you and praying for strength for you and the family. Your Village loves you, and we are here when/if you need us. We love you, Cousin, Recardo, Jackie, and Genesis

Aunt Jay there are not enough words in the world that would express how much I loved you. You will truly be missed oh how I will miss our talks. To be absent from the body is to be present with the lord. Love always, Natasha

Spanky my deepest condolences 2 your Family & Friends, I only knew of you through my sister Felecia , may the Peace of GOD surround your Family & Friends as everyone accept your Transition in the name of JESUS 🙏🙏🙏 Love ❤️ B P Simpson

Too! The waston family, Spanky gone be miss we went all thur school together I am gone miss her jokes her beautiful smile, her sweet Spirit, she was so fun too! Hang with, my prayers are with you all family. Love Tig Lyles,Palmer

My prayers are with the family,Me and Spanky go way back Junoir High School. And Spartanburg High School, she was so sweet fun too! Hang out with I am gone miss her sweet spirit and beautiful smile

"A great soul serves everyone all the time. A great soul never dies. It brings us together again and again."Maya Angelou

You will always be in our hearts. Love Always, Curtis, Tracey, Nesha, Trayvon

I want to express my deepest condolences to the Watson family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Kathy Young

Sending my deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the family Love Carletta Glenn and Earle family

My first best friend, has left to go be with the father. J you fought a good fight and now you are in a better place. I loved you but God loved you best. My world will never be the same. J, I love you and I will live so we can meet again.

Your sister Bree

To my mama, I'm so grateful for everything that you taught me. I'm so broken because I'm in the middle of my life. But I have everything that I need. THANK YOU for everything and so grateful to have experienced you. Job well done.

Your oldest daughter, Caressa

Words cannot EXPRESS the sadness we are feeling of Janice's passing.We get Great Joy knowing she's in a BETTER PLACE.Our Family and The Watsons LOVE each other. ♥ Our Condolences to The Watson Family/Friends.Love Shell Johnson & Family.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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