of Clinton, AR

May 4, 1926 - December 31, 2025

Ruth Janice (Reynolds) Watson, 99, of Clinton, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. She was born on Tuesday, May 4, 1926, at Possum Walk, Arkansas to the late Ernest and Zella (Hopper) Reynolds. Ruth lived a long life rooted in faith, family, and service to others.

On May 15, 1946, Ruth married the love of her life, James Monroe Watson. Together they built a strong loving home and raised two sons, Kenneth Watson and Gary Watson.

Ruth was a devoted homemaker who found joy in sewing, quilting, and cooking. She especially loved caring for her family and extending kindness to friends, neighbors, and anyone in need. Her life was guided by her unwavering biblical beliefs, which she lived out daily with grace and conviction. Being in Ruth's presence was truly a blessing to all who knew her. She was a faithful member of Zion Hill Baptist Church, where her love for God and her church family was evident throughout her life.

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James Monroe Watson; son, Gary Watson; sisters, Margaret Elliott and Zella Bea Novotny; brothers, Herbert Reynolds, Eugene Reynolds, and Ernest Reynolds Jr.

She is survived by her son, Kenneth Watson (Barbara); daughter in law, Debbie Watson; grandsons Jerry Watson (Shay) and Travis Watson; granddaughters, Mica Kennedy (Colby) and Morgan Watson. She also leaves behind 11 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren, along with many extended family members and friends who will cherish her memory.

Ruth's legacy of faith, love, and quiet strength will continue to live on through all who were blessed to know her.

Visitation is Monday, January 5, 2026, from 5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton, Arkansas. Funeral services are on Tuesday January 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. She will be laid to rest in Crabtree Cemetery next to her beloved husband, James.

Pallbearers are Jerry Watson, Joel Housley, Kalab Scarberry, Randy Treece, Dalton Treece, Kori Kimes, Bryar Cullum and Samuel Story.

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Obituary Provided By:
Roller-McNutt Funeral Home
Highway 65 South
Clinton, AR  72031
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