of Roland, AR
September 2, 1941 - October 2, 2024
Mary Ann Clark Watson, 83, of Little Rock Arkansas passed away surrounded by family on October 2. 2024. She was born September 2, 1941 in Heber Springs, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Glenn Henderson Clark and Iris Belle Clark.
She was a retired educator, having worked for the Pulaski County Special School District as a teacher, counselor and school psychology specialist for 25 years and the Phenix City, Alabama School District for 2 years. She was a member of the Fellowship Bible Church where she was active in programs there.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years, Dr. Robert Lee Watson and her brothers, Kenneth Clark, Dr. Phil Clark and Dr. John Roger Clark.
Cherishing her memory are her son, Robert Brian Watson of Little Rock; her daughters. Kelly Anne Otwell (Anthony) and Melanie Katherine Kirtley (John); grandsons. John Thomas Otwell and Jack Henderson Kirtley and granddaughters, Katherine Grace and Emma Claire Otwell and Allison Grace Kirtley all of Roland, Arkansas; sister. Susan Elaine Clark Belew of Fayetteville, Arkansas and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends.
A special thanks to Pinnacle Place Memory Care and Arkansas Hospice. In lieu of flowers, the family invites you to make a donation to Alzheimer's Arkansas, Fellowship Bible Church or a charity of your choice.
Funeral for Mary Ann will be 2:00pm Sunday, October 13, 2024 at Highland Valley United Methodist Church, Little Rock, Arkansas. Visitation will begin at 1:00pm until service time.
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6 Condolence(s)
John watson
Saturday, October 12, 2024
Mary Ann was an amazing member of a group of people I am privileged to call my uncles and aunts. She and Uncle Bob were such brilliant examples of kindness and caring. Their legacy will live not only through their children and grandchildren, but through all of us who were so privileged to know them.
Ron and Joyce Fulmer
Monday, October 7, 2024
our thoughts and prayers are with you Brian and your sisters during this difficult time. Your mom was a sweet lady! I (Joyce) grew up in Heber Springs and your great grandparents, The Hollands, lived down the road from my parents. Mary Ann and I used to play together when she came to visit. I have fond memories of those times!
Joyce Howerton
Monday, October 7, 2024
I had the privilege to work with Mary Ann as a counselor at Robinson Middle School. She was a wonderful counselor and person to work with. She was kind, considerate, and dedicated.
Marcy Welch
Monday, October 7, 2024
Mary Ann was a beautiful lady that I looked up to for many years-she was one of the many educator role models playing a part in my decision to become a teacher. Many lives were touched by this special lady.
God bless and comfort Susan and all who loved this smart, caring, pretty lady.
Judy Davis Robinson
Monday, October 7, 2024
Mary Ann and I were childhood friends
and played basketball for Sylvan Hills High. She was a gentle soul. Her family can be proud of the life she lived and the examples she set.
Kathy Jestes
Saturday, October 5, 2024
Sending much love to you Brian Kelly and Melanie. Aunt Mary Ann was always a blessing in my life, as was your Dad. She will be missed and remembered for her kindness and love to us.