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Anna Elizabeth Watson CHARLESTON - The life of Anna Elizabeth Watson, age 31, beloved daughter of Roderick McIver Watson and Harriet Gardner Watson, niece of Mr. and Mrs. John P. Gardner, Jr., cousin of Bryant and Peden Gardner, and granddaughter of the late John P. (Jack) and Lucylee Arthur Gardner, will be honored by a graveside service to be held at Grove Hill Cemetery in Darlington, SC on Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at 12 noon. The Family will receive friends at the Kistler-Hardee Funeral Home following the service. A memorial service will also be held at Unity Church of Charleston, 3525 Leeds Avenue, Charleston SC on Saturday, July 2, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. Elizabeth loved life, her friends, children, and animals. She was a light that shined brightly for all who knew and loved her. Her family requests that her love of animals be recognized by donations to the Charleston Humane Society. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/ deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jun. 26 to Jun. 27, 2011.

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Ginny Autian

June 21, 2022

My memories of Elizabeth are of a bright, beautiful
girl who made life better in all that she did. I know that she is missed very much. I think of you often, McIver.

Suzanne Ravenel

June 21, 2019

Every time i walked into unity, Im still scanning the congregation for that shock of red hair, that brilliant smile! Oh, what a gift she was to us all!

Trapper and Jinx

January 26, 2012

I have just recently heard about your beautiful Elizabeth's passing. It is hard to believe and words fail me. There are so few people on this Earth that can make such lasting impressions of goodness, love and beauty. Though our hours with her were too few, I will never forget her. You raised such a lovely, lovely daughter and hope you take comfort in her spirit that I know surrounds you both. The physical emptiness of her not being on Earth is such a loss for those of us that remain. I'm so sorry. We send our love and tears.

Rene' Johnson

December 15, 2011

No words could describe the grief that is felt by the tragic physical loss of beautiful Elizabeth. I will miss her very much. Words that come to mind when I think of her lovely Spirit are gracefulness, loving, kind, creative, generous, sincere, joyful, devoted, compassionate, gentle, reverent, optimistic, intelligent, playful, glowing, delightful. The lovely light that she is was nurtured by her loving and adoring parents; she was their pride and joy and she was deeply devoted to them. A family to admire.

Harriet and McIver, I surround you with my love and hold you close to my heart as you grieve - I cannot imagine how painful it is for you. May it bring you some comfort to know how dearly Elizabeth was loved and that her light will always shine.

Alice Hartzog

October 18, 2011

Harriet and McIver,

I just found out about Elizabeth yesterday, so please forgive me for not writing sooner. Words can't express my deep sadness. I wanted to share some memories with you, so a letter is on its way...but I wanted to express my condolences. Elizabeth was filled with love and light. I'm so glad that I got to know all of you. I am thinking of you both.

Libbie Guilfoyle

July 18, 2011

Harriet and McIver, I just learned of this tragic news yesterday from John Willcox. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you especially now during this time of sadness and loss.

Mary McLeod Fischer

July 11, 2011

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Watson,
I am so sorry about the loss of Elizabeth. You may not remember me, but Elizabeth and I were friends in high school. I will always remember Elizabeth as being a genuinely kind and contagiously happy person. I am fortunate to have known her. You are in my prayers.

John and Jo-Ann Kneece

July 10, 2011

McIver and Harriet,
Just heard about the loss of Anna Elizabeth. Our hearts and prayers reacvh out to you. We grieve for your loss.

Liz & Jeff Brooks

July 10, 2011

Dearest McIver and Harriet,
You have been in our hearts constantly since we received word of this unthinkably tragic loss of your dear Elizabeth. May love continue to surround you and keep you.

Mike & Diana Larrabee

July 6, 2011

Dear Mr. and Mrs. McIver Watson,
We write this with reflective silence when learning about your loss; Elizabeth being nearly our age. We've always believed that beautiful souls are rewarded, and she was certainly that. Our deepest condolences and prayers to you both.

Susan Clifton

July 6, 2011

Dear Harriet and McIver,
Words cannot express the deep feelings of loss all of us who knew Elizabeth are now experiencing. A piece is missing from our hearts. We will always remember Elizabeth's bright-eyed smile and her profound love of others, she truly was our earth angel.
Our arms are wrapped around the both of you. With deepest sympathy, love and prayers, Kimberly & Susan

debora dunham

July 5, 2011

GOD,give us the strength to grieve sowe can fully recieve in our hearts the full presence of Elizabeth never ending love and light, and purity of joy that she showered us all with will she was here in body. Open our hearts so we can recieve her Joy and Wisdom, Amen

Gene Lanier

July 5, 2011

Dear Harriet and McIver
We just heard today of this terrible tragedy. Our love and tears go out to you. She will forever be the little red head that loved the big red head as much as he loved her. We miss you. Our love, Gene & Sue

Doug McCoy

July 4, 2011

Dear Harriet and McIver,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Doug McCoy
Danny Jones

Jerry Haser

July 4, 2011

Harriet and McIver, I was deeply saddened to learn of Elizabeth's sudden passing. Although I did not have the opportunity to meet her, the wonderful words of those who knew her could not be more heart warming. You have my sincerest sympathy and I will keep the both of you in my prayers.

Lacey Dorman

July 4, 2011

Just wanted to say that I met Elizabeth through Orientation at Trident Tech two years ago. I only saw her that one time, but she was truly a beautiful, spirited person who made a memorable impression to me. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless!

Charles Sanders

July 3, 2011

I went to high school with Elizabeth. She was always a joy to be around. This is a horrible tragedy, and our thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Kathy and Rand Burchfield

July 2, 2011

Harriet and McIver,

Asking for love and light to surround you and lift you up. We are so sorry for your loss and will keep you both close in our thoughts and prayers.

Kristi Reynolds-Crandall

July 2, 2011

I feel blessed to have known Elizabeth. She was as bright as a star, and lived every moment in her life, fully. My condolences to her family. She will be greatly missed by many.

July 1, 2011

Dear Harriet and McIver

Ed & Dee (Deines) Richardson

July 1, 2011

We just heard from Liz about Elizabeth's untimely death. We offer our deepest condolances. Please know that Y'all are in our thoughts and prayers!

Billie & Linda Womack/Allen

July 1, 2011

Harriet & McIver,
We know she was the light of your life and your heart. What a joy she was - her
laugh, accepting people for who they are,
and helping people and animals. We can't
imagine how much you'll miss her. The world will miss her too. God bless.

M Hafey

June 30, 2011

Harriet & McIver, We are so sorry for your loss. We both loved Elizabeth very much and she will be in our memories forever. She touched many lives and we are blessed by knowing her. Keeping you both in our thoughts and prayers. Love Michelle and Marilyn Hafey

Larisa & Emmanuil Agrest

June 30, 2011

Please, accept our deepest condolences.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Elizabeth will stay in our hearts forever

Robert "Bob" McMillan

June 30, 2011

Please accept my deepest sympathies. May God provide you solace and peace. I know He will hold and comfort her. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

June 30, 2011

Remember Elizabeth as a small child more than two decades ago at our reserve picnics. Cannot imagine what you guys are experiencing . Bless you both Harriet and McIver---Jim Shaughnessy

Dale Wolfe

June 29, 2011

Harriet and McIver, I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that your memories will give you comfort in you loss.

Alan Larrabee

June 29, 2011

Harriet and McIver, Robin and I were deeply saddened to hear of the untimely death of your beloved daughter. We are praying that God will ease your hearbreak and grief at your overwhelming loss. Please accept our deepest condolences and know that you both will remain in our prayers. Alan Larrabee

Carolyn Redick Andrews

June 29, 2011

Harriet and McIver I am so sorry for your loss. I know it has got to be so very hard to lose a child. It sounds from the obituary that she was truly a gift from God. I do not know what to say or do during this time but do know that I will be praying for you all during this time and in time to come. I did not know this child but know that I am grieving with you and will hold you two up daily in prayer. God bless you and your family.

Ginny Autian

June 28, 2011

Harriet and McIver,

My heart aches for you in the loss of your lovely Elizabeth. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

June 28, 2011

McIver, as I think back to all those long flights we shared, I can't help but remember all the long, laugh-filled conversations we had about our families. I have always felt I knew Eliazbeth through those talks and we grieve with you and Harriet at this terrible loss.
Tom and Beth Webb

Angel Muehlenkamp

June 28, 2011

Condolences go out to you and your family as you suffer the loss of your beautiful daughter. Elizabeth was a shining light to many. She's in the hands of the Divine now and her work on Earth well done. She'll be remembered always...

John Meeks

June 28, 2011

I was saddened to learn of Elizabeth's passing. I knew her back when we were both in the Youth of Unity (YOU). She radiated joy whenever I saw her at our regional retreats. I send my most sincere condolences.

June 28, 2011

McIver,
Can't tell you how much I grieve for you and your family. May God's blessings console you and keep you during this time. Miss seeing your smiling face around Ops but keep the smiles alive and well. Take care my friend.
Steve McCabe

Catherine Lamkin

June 28, 2011

"Heaven is the living memory of those who have touched our lives and have passed on" I know that Elizabeth is in heaven because she touched so many many lives. We are grateful to have known her. Surely the presence of the Lord is in this place.....is the last song Elizabeth and I sang together on Founders Day as we sat at the table together eating lunch. It was wonderful.

Doreen Yankou

June 28, 2011

Elizabeth was carefree, happy and full of joy. Hold on to this and her great love of friends and her devotion to her parents. What a wonderful soul!

Angela Sherzer

June 28, 2011

Please accept my deepest condolences on the untimely death of your daughter. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Captain Angela Sherzer, retired

June 28, 2011

To McIver and family. Our prayers and condolences go out to you in your tragic loss. Ron and Dawn Mastin

Michele Humphrey

June 28, 2011

Harriet & McIver,
Words cannot express the sorrow that we have knowing what you are experiencing on the loss of Elizabeth. Jim & I are sad that we cannot be with you but will talk to you soon.

Renee Garcia

June 28, 2011

I first met Elizabeth at a Y.O.U. retreat when I was 16, I remember seeing an amazingly beautiful redhead bounding around the room, hugging and greeting EVERYONE....I thought to myself "I want to know her". Fifteen years later I feel blessed that Elizabeth was a part of my life. My thoughts and prayers are with you Mr. and Mrs. Watson, and with all of the other people who's lives Elizabeth touched.

June 28, 2011

Elizabeth has always been a shining light, that will never change. My condolences to her family.
Love, Kirk Stellar

Jim Crider

June 28, 2011

Harriet,
My dad could not be with your Family in Darlington today but he wanted me to extend to you his heartfelt condolences on your loss.
Jan Wham for Jim Crider

June 28, 2011

At a time when the world needs a higher illumination to guide us...the Mother/Father God called Elizabeth home so others on Earth may share her light, too! Thank you God for letting us all know her.

Dr. Gwen G. MacGregor

Gale Fralin

June 28, 2011

Elizabeth was a magical beauty, full of love and light. She shined light where ever she went and is shining now. She's always been an angel. Sending love to Harriet and McIver....

June 28, 2011

she was a fiery red head, full tilt full of life beauty who nutured the children of unity church and everyone else she laid that gorgeous smile on. wonder why she was called back so soon? i sure will miss her here in the earth plane!
my deepest sympathy and prayers to her family, suzie ravenel

Cathy Evans

June 27, 2011

Harriet and McIver - I cannot even imagine what the two of you must be going through. I know that beautiful Elizabeth was the light of your lives. She is in another form now, but still loving you both. If there is anything I can do to bring you comfort, please let me know. Love, Cathy

June 27, 2011

elizabeth, your radiance always filled whatever space you were in. you will be missed...carl & shirley cerreto

Juanita Smalls

June 27, 2011

My sympathy goes out to the Family, Friends, and Former Co-workers of Trident Technical College.
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Be strong and know that she is in good hands. Gone but not forgotten, In our hearts always.

Frances Werle-Smith

June 27, 2011

Words cannot express how saddened i am to learn of your loss. Elizabeth was such a bright star. I am grateful to have known her.
All love to you.

Deborah Mihal

June 27, 2011

Elizabeth's family,
The world was a better place with Elizabeth, whom you created so very well. Thank you for making Elizabeth as wonderful and inspirational as she was. I'll continue to see her all around us.
Deborah Mihal

June 27, 2011

Elizabeth: The light you are could never be dimmed. I, too, will miss your physical presence, but I so appreciate having had the opportunities to experience your beautiful, loving ways. Fouche' Sheppard

Terrance Johnson

June 27, 2011

Elizabeth will truly be missed and I enjoyed working with her at Trident Technical College. She always had a smile on her face and was so full of energy. My heart goes out to her family.

Terrance Johnson

Jennifer Graham

June 27, 2011

Elizabeth was truly one of the nicest people I have ever met in my entire life. I talked to her frequently in the time I have worked at TTC. She always had a smile on her face and never seemed to have a down day. I send prayers of hope and love to her family and friends at this horrible time. I know she watches over you all.

Victoria Washington

June 27, 2011

As a TTC colleague, Elizabeth was the epiphany of great attitude and very spirited personality. She loved life and the people in it.

PAULENE WILLIAMS

June 27, 2011

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Trident Technical College, Orientation

June 27, 2011

Elizabeth was truly an angel sent by God. She was full of life, fun to be around, and high-spirited. I truly enjoyed working with her and thank God for putting her in my path.

God will give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Deepest and Heartfelt Sympathy,

Sharon Manigault

Carole Baker

June 27, 2011

Elizabeth was truly a light of God. She is with him now but will be missed by those of us still here who's lives she touched.
With much sympathy for her family,
Love, Carole, Soren, Liam, Josh, and Jordan

Patricia Zahn

June 27, 2011

There are those you meet in this life that touch your life for a moment but your heart for a life time. Elizabeth was one of the brightest lights I ever met. My prayers are lifted for all of us who were blessed to have been touched by Elizabeth's warmth.

Reina Lovelace

June 26, 2011

Elizabeth always nurtured and cared for her friends and family. She was an extrodinary light and served her spiritual community with enthusiasm and love. Elizabeth was generous and compassionate. She deeply cared for animals and was a role model for the children in her community. She was a lover of poetry, music and art. Her laugh was contageous and her beauty breathtaking. Thank you Elizabeth for everthing you shared with the world in your short time here. You are missed. ~R. Lovelace

Joe Roper & Geneva Gibbs

June 26, 2011

Joseph Roper, Jr. and Geneva Gibbs extend our love to you and your family.
May God's peace and love surround you.
From Joe and Geneva, Pre-Paid Legal Family, Charleston, SC

Douglas Carr Cunningham

June 26, 2011

Meeting Anna Elizabeth years ago was an experience of flying to the sun for a brief moment. I am honored to have met a person who's star shone so brightly. We were not close friends, but meeting Anna affected me nonetheless. She was poetry in this life. I grieve with her family...

June 26, 2011

She was a person full of life, she loved animals and her family. I worked with Elizbeth and she was a funny and down to earth person. She had dreams to work with God and now she is with him. I love you Elizabeth. Sorry to the family :( Love Kathy

June 26, 2011

I loved her spirit and will miss her great warmth , laughter and light!!! I'm in Ohio but am with you all in prayer and spirit.
Adaire

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