of Conway, AR
October 31, 1962 - June 13, 2025
Bobby Lee Watson Sr., 62, of Conway, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on June 13, 2025. He was born October 31, 1962, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Willie Watson and Dorothy Linsy Watson.
Bobby was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Willie E. Watson, Gloria Brien and his favorite dog, Cecil.
Bobby accepted Christ and was baptized at an early age. He graduated from Wilbur D. Mills High School in 1981. He attended the University of Central Arkansas and graduated with an associate's degree in social work in 1983. During his time at UCA, he became a member of the Beta Delta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. He then went on to serve in the United States Army Reserve for 4 years. His professional journey led him to finding his passion in rehabilitating and mentoring at-risk youth from marginalized communities. He dedicated his life to acting as a faithful servant for the Lord, a loving husband, father, brother, and uncle. He enjoyed family vacations, fishing, working, and watching Perry Mason, Matlock and Law & Order.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 23 years, Melanie Watson; his children, Bobby L. Watson Jr. (Tamarah), Shannon Washington, Tommy Woodard, Caitlin Straw, Chandler Padgett, and Kendall Watson, one grandson, and his siblings; Rosie Giles, Beatrice Kimble, Christer L. Wilson, Rozetta (Frank) Harper, Bertha Lowe, Danny Linsy Sr., Eddie Watson (Carol), TaLuana Watson, and Corey Watson; along with many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
There will be a visitation on Friday, June 20, 2025, from 6:00-8:00pm at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, Arkansas. Funeral services will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the First Baptist Church of Higgins, in Higgins, Arkansas.
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16 Condolence(s)
Siegfried "FRY" Lewis
Friday, June 20, 2025
One last Sprint!!
To God Be the Glory.
Rest in Peace My Brother.
Ray McIntosh
Friday, June 20, 2025
Sincere condolences to the Watson family.
Rev. Michael and Mary Payne
Friday, June 20, 2025
Our prayers are always with this family. May the God of all comfort be with you always. Keep the Faith family and friends.
Pastor and Sis. Payne
Gail Scott-Kendrick
Friday, June 20, 2025
Sending my condolences to the family Gail Scott Class of 80
LULA TYUS
Friday, June 20, 2025
I seen my condolences and prayers to the family. my Bro in christ you will be miss RIP Till the great day come we're all of God Children will be together again.
Lula Tyus and Family
Steven Styers
Friday, June 20, 2025
RIP Bobby. You were a great friend to be around.
Tamara f Washington
Friday, June 20, 2025
My condolences to the Watson family. Rest in peace 🙏
Michael & Mabeline Hansberry
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Condolences to the entire Watson family. ''Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal''
Beverly Bryant
Thursday, June 19, 2025
My sincere condolences to the family. May God comfort and give you peace in this difficult time. It was a pleasure working with Mr. Watson he was one of my favorite Co-workers such a great guy with a beautiful spirit!! Rest in peace 😇
Tommy Scott
Thursday, June 19, 2025
I enjoyed the many years we laughed and worked together at c.s.t.p. Condolences and prayers to the family. 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
Maudeen McIntosh
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Sincere condolences and prayers to the Bobby L Watson family.
But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
1 Corinthians 15:57
Kameshi Larry
Thursday, June 19, 2025
May the Lord give you peace, comfort, & strength during this time...sending prayers & lots of love🙏🏾❤️
bobby parker
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Do thy duty that is best leave unto the Lord the rest... Rest in Peace my Brother... Your forever DP... Bobby Q Parker 3-27-80 Beta Delta
Barry Nixon
Thursday, June 19, 2025
My condolences and prayers go out to the family of Bobby. He was a great friend and Masonic brother while we worked together at CSTP. Rest easy my friend, you will always be in our hearts. 🫡🫡🫡
Joe Gray
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Rest in Omega Chapter my Brother
Tony M. Baker
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
My condolences. May the Most High keep and bless the family during this difficult transition. Peace