Kathy Watson 1949-2025

Kathy was born Nov. 13, 1949, in McDonald, a daughter to the late George and Katherine Stevens Rishel.

She was a McDonald High School graduate and later obtained a bachelor’s degree.

Kathy had worked for Akron University as head of the Human Resources Department until her retirement.

She was a dog lover, especially to Scottish terriers, owning many throughout her life and being a member of the Scotty Club.

She was an avid quilter and formed many friendships pursuing this hobby.

Kathy and her late husband, Curtis, loved traveling. They especially loved traveling to their beach house on Topsail Island in North Carolina.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her nieces, Renee and Donna; nephew, George; as well as her family and numerous friends. She will be especially missed by her best friend of 50 years, Sandi Burnett.

Along with her parents, Kathy was preceded in death by her brother, George Rishel; and beloved husband, Curtis Watson, whom she married Dec. 1, 1967, and who passed away May 7, 2025.

Per the family’s wishes, there will be no services.

Kathy will be laid to rest in Girard City Cemetery with her husband.

To view this obituary and send any expressions of sympathy to the family, visit www.blackstonefuneralhome.com.

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