Judith Juanita Watson

Our beloved mother, Judith Kile Watson, passed away peacefully March 27, 2026, surrounded by family. She was 85 years old. Born in Cleveland, TN, June 30, 1940.

She is survived by her children, Jody Watson Hartley (Eddie), Jenny Watson, Joseph J. Watson, Jr. (Sydney) and cherished grandsons, James Tallent, Jr and Joseph Jackson Watson. She was married to her high school sweetheart, Joseph J. Watson, Sr. for 50 years.

She will be remembered for her lifelong love of cats and all the other animals she raised, rescued or nursed back to health.

In honor of our mother's wishes, there will not be a funeral service. In memory of Judy Watson, donations can be made to her favorite nonprofit rescue, The Ark of Cleveland at 240 Oak Street NW, Cleveland, TN 37311.