Marshall Lee Watson, 91, passed away on December 12, 2025, in Quitman, Arkansas. He was born on November 4, 1934, in Waltreak, Arkansas to Arlie and Helen Watson. Marshall is survived by his: wife Brenda Watson, daughters Debra Boyd, Denise Williams, and Susan Kovach, sister Annette Floyd, grandchildren Christine Lindsey, Danielle Boyd, Jesse Boyd, Ashlynn Kovach, Kaylie Kovach, and Patryck Kovach, great grandchildren Damon Boyd, Raven Rose, and Kaeleb Burrell great-great grandchildren Hazel, Lily, and Jack and numerous family members and friends.

When his nation called, he answered by joining the Army. He worked as an operator for Union Carbide. He had a passion for antique cars and loved to cook in BBQ cook-offs.

A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, December 22, 2025, at 2:00 pm at Crowder Funeral Home, 111 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster, Texas 77598. In lieu of flowers those wishing to make a memorial donation in Marshall’s memory may do so to: Parkinson’s Foundation, 5757 Waterford District Drive Suite 31 0 Miami, FL 33126 or Breakthrough T1D, 200 Vesey Street, 28th Floor New York, NY 10281.