of Kingsbury, TX
February 13, 1962 - September 23, 2016
Karen Kay (Rowden) Watson, of Kingsbury, Texas, was born February 13, 1962, at St. Louis Missouri, a daughter of Mryl and Helen (Helton) Rowden, and departed this life Friday, September 23, 2016, at her residence in Kingsbury, Texas. Karen had attended the age of 54 years old. Karen was preceded in death by her parents; her father on May 22, 1996, her mother June 11, 2006; and one brother-in-law, Thomas W. Hardesty, II, on October 27, 2011.
Karen was united in marriage to Jimmy Watson at one time and into this union two sons, Cody and Colton, were born. She was a 1980 graduate of Northwest High School, Cedar Hill Missouri. Her working life consisted of being a cosmetologist in Missouri for many years and when residing in Arkansas she had worked for the City of Harrison in the water department in accounts payable and the Harrison Police Department as a dispatcher. Her love for the Lord was one of her greatest passions and being part of the Catholic faith. Along with being a St. Louis Rams fan, she enjoyed the country life and the Native American culture. She loved being around her family and friends, but her greatest love was her children and grandchildren.
Those left to mourn the passing of Karen include her two sons, Cody Watson and his wife Awnjana and Colton Watson, all of Harrison, Arkansas; her companion, Robert Wyly, of Kingsbury, Texas; one sister, Kimberly Hardesty, of Dixon, Missouri; two grandchildren, Brenton and Jax Watson, of Harrison; four nephews and nieces, Thomas III (Amanda), Garrett and Jessica Hardesty of Dixon, Missouri, and Jennifer (Michael) Belfiore of Rolla, Missouri; four great-nephews and great-niece, Shane, Gabriel, Thomas IV and Julea; along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and many other relatives and friends.
Funeral service was Friday, September 30, 2016, at the Roller Christeson Funeral Home in Harrison, AR.
Interment will be at a later date.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the family.
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12 Condolence(s)
Felicia Bourgeois
Tuesday, October 4, 2016
To the Watson family,
My deepest sympathies to you all during this difficult time.
I used to work with Karen at the HPD and during those difficult days there wasn't a day that Karen didn't brighten my day with something funny to say a cute cartoon clipping or just plain being silly on the radio. She invited me in to her home for dinners and for conpany when my husband left and pulled a double shift when my Aunt passed so I could grieve. Karen you we're a light and a happy face with an infectious laugh and I will never forget your kidness. You will be missed
"10-7 good buddy"
Sincerely,
Felicia
Dan and Vicki Sherrell
Thursday, September 29, 2016
Colton, we have you in our prayers. Just know everyone is thinking about your family during this time of sorrow. Our prayers, Dan and Vicki
Sharon Phillips
Wednesday, September 28, 2016
Sweet Karen
,Throughout life you have been very special to me and I shall always remember your radiant smile, your great energy for life, and your love and compassion for others. You have left me with so many memories to cherish of all the great times we have shared. You have been a bright light of joy and I thank you for being my beautiful niece, my pure-hearted friend, and a kind and caring comrade to all of our family. I love you and miss you and will keep you in my heart until we are all reunited.
Love you, Aunt Sharon
To Cody, Colton, Kim and Family,
Our deepest sympathy go out to you. Our prayer is that God's love will give you comfort and that cherished family memories will bring you peace. Love to you all.
Aunt Sharon & Uncle Steve
Stephanie Sherrod
Wednesday, September 28, 2016
Dearest Cousin Karen,
I will always admire your spunky personality and caring heart. You were truly a genuine person. It saddens me to think you are no longer here, but I can find comfort knowing another angel is watching over us. I will miss you...give Aunt Helen, Grandma, Aunt Shirley, and Aunt Frances a kiss from me. I love you always!
-Steph
Cricket & Jamie Helton
Wednesday, September 28, 2016
Karen we will miss you dearly. You were so beautiful inside and out and had the biggest heart. We have so many memories and I'm so thankful for that. Our hearts are sad and broken but we know you are home now and we will see you again someday. We love you!!!
Cricket, Jamie, Evan, and Cole
P.s. Go Rams!!
Charmagne Leger
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Karen, I feel so blessed to have sat with you at all those Harrison Goblin football and basketball games watching Colton and Madi cheer! I feel blessed when I was there with the kids and you when Colton got was getting his back handspring for the first time!!! I miss you so much, but feel comfort in knowing that you were watching over all of us and then I can just speak out and then talk to you and know you are there! It's wonderful knowing that Heaven has gained the most wonderful angel !!! I love you sis !!!
Carole Allen
Monday, September 26, 2016
Karen was one of my favorite people when we worked together in Fenton. I am so sorry for your loss and my heart breaks for you all. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel. May God give you peace.
Pauline Reeves
Monday, September 26, 2016
Devastating to see one of your friend's obits. Shouldn't be this way. Love to the family. So many good times we had. I will cherish forever.
Laura Mayer
Monday, September 26, 2016
Kimberly, Cody and Colten,
Remembering Karen as she enters her eternal life, may she watch over each of you as you journey through your life. Don't think she isn't watching, she is there! When someone you love becomes a memory, cherish the treasured memories and moments!
Tom, Candy, Emily & Jacob Henningsen
Sunday, September 25, 2016
RIP my dear friend. I will always cherish our friendship we had together the last 40 years. There will never be another like you.
Deborah & Joe Kruk
Sunday, September 25, 2016
My dear niece, Karen. You came into this world as a beautiful blue eye blondie that everyone adored. You now leave us as that same beautiful person. I know that you are now in the arms of your Mom & Dad and all our other loving family members that have gone to Heaven. Although we will no longer see your big smile or hear that bountiful laugh, we know you will be another Angel looking over us. We will miss you always and you will be in our hearts forever!
Love, Aunt Debbie & Uncle Joe
Rhonda Huey
Saturday, September 24, 2016
Kim, Cody and Colten
Our family is praying for you and believing that God will give you peace and strength to make it through this. Remember the love you shared, the laughter and the good times you had with her. She will forever be in your heart. We love you all. Uncle Delmer, Keith, Rhonda, Angela, Vicki and Molly