Eleanor Jeanett Watson, 92, passed away at her home on Saturday, June 23, 2018. She was born September 23, 1925 in Ashton, the daughter of Edward and Mary (Garnhart) Bunger. She married Kenneth Watson on November 17, 1964. He preceded her in death on July 28, 2009. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, David Watson, and brother, Bud Bunger.
Eleanor is survived by her children, Larry (Sharon) Watson of Rochelle, James (Cathy) Watson of Dixon, and Patricia (Gary) Coons of Rochelle; ten grandchildren, Sandra Coons of Rochelle, Dawn Watson of Wilmington, NC, Kym (Cris) Vasey of Chicago, Scot (Krista) Watson of Rochelle, Mitchell (Penelope) Watson of Spokane, WA, Eric (Susan) Watson of Sheridan, AR, Brandon (Jackie) Watson of Dixon, Adam (Melanie) Watson of Dixon, Carly Watson of Stillman Valley, and Maddie Watson of Dixon; numerous great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and a brother, Milford Bunger of Oregon, IL.
Special loving thank you to Eleanor's care givers, Help at Home and Serenity Hospice and Home.
Cremation care has been provided by the Unger-Horner Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. Please visit www.ungerhorner.com to sign the online guest book.