Edith "Ann" Watson Emory

Edith "Ann" Watson Emory, 88, wife of the late James "Jimmy" Barton Watson, of Easley, passed away Thursday, October 16, 2025.

Born in Abbeville County, she was a daughter of the late James Clinton and Wavie Estel Spake Cooper.

Ann had a deep love for reading and travel, and was a devoted member of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church.

Ann is survived by daughters, Deborah Watson Patterson (Steve) of Piedmont, Rebecca Watson Patat of Easley, and Kimberly Watson Reeves (David) of Piedmont; a brother, Steve Cooper (Peggy) of Travelers Rest; a sister, Nancy Cooper Black of Easley; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Jean Cooper Thomas.

A private graveside service will be held at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.

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