Melba JoAnn Watson, 88 Galena, died peacefully at her home on Sunday, January 5, 2025 following an extended illness.Born December 22, 1936, in Carl Junction, Mo., Melba was the daughter of the late Delmer and Leona (Shafer) Battin.Melba and LeRoy Watson were united in marriage May 7, 1953 in Joplin, Mo., and celebrated 57 years together before his death in 2011. During their marri...
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