Marlene Iroler Watson, 67, of Midlothian, formerly of Kenbridge, entered into rest Wednesday, December 30, 2009 from the effects of Lewy Body Dementia. Marlene was born in Baltimore, MD and raised in Carroll County, VA and was preceded in death by her parents, Benton & Flora Iroler. She was a graduate of Radford College (now University) and retired after more than 30 years as a teacher in the Lunenburg Co. Public school system. She is survived by her loving husband of 44 years Ben L. Watson III, daughter, Stacy W. Gard of Midlothian, sons, Ricky Watson of San Antonio, TX, Randy Watson of Chesterfield, Grandchildren Logan, Morgan, Molly, Lee, Katherine and Maylynn, sisters Shirley I Martin (Curt) and Mary I Surratt ( Marlin) both of Hillsville, VA.

The family will receive friends Saturday January 2, 2010 from 3 to 6 PM at the Chesterfield Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 14301 Ashbrook Pkwy Chesterfield, VA. A visitation will also be held at the Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel in Hillsville, VA, Monday, January 04, 2010 from 6 to 8 PM. Interment will be private. In Lieu of flowers memorial donations in her name may be made to the Gladesboro Lutheran Church, 3486 Gladesboro Road, Hillsville, VA 24343. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is assisting with the arrangements.