Laura Jean Wathen, of Leonardtown, MD, went to be with the Lord on July 3, 2011 in Hollywood, MD.  She was born in Leonardtown, MD on March 9, 1979 to Mary Louise Wathen and Maurice A. Wathen.  

In addition to her parents, Laura is survived by her four siblings; Wendy Bryant (Kevin) of Lugoff, S.C., Tammy Wathen of Hollywood, MD., Randy Wathen of California, MD, and Rachel Wathen of Leonardtown, MD, her grandmother, Catherine Phyllis Wathen of Leonardtown, MD, and many beloved nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.  She is also survived by George Bowles of Leonardtown, MD, who was like a second father to her.

Laura was preceded in death by her grandmother, Hilda L. Morgan Vallandingham Ward. 

Laura enjoyed fishing, writing poetry, and drawing.  She also had a great love for animals.

Services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. 

Memorial contributions may be made to Laura's favorite charities; The American Cancer Society, St. Mary's County Unit, P.O. Box 1032, Lexington Park, MD 20653 and/or St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN38105.

Arrangements provided by Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.