William Randolph Watson Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate William Randolph Watson (Accomac, Virginia), born in Jenkins Bridge, Virginia, whose life came to an end on April 16, 2025 at the age of 81, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Randolph Watson to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Percy Watson, Sr. and Malinda Copes; his siblings, Percy Watson, Jr., Laura Broughton and Vanessa Watson; and his children, Vanessa Downing Johnson, Michael Downing and Tabora Bailey.
He is survived by: his fiancé Kadovia Waters; his children, Roland Rice (Denise), Marvin Mason (Rava), Barry White (Nelva), Troy Kemp (Diane), Melvin Milbourne, Morisceller Crippen, Shondell Bivens (Kimberly), Vaughn Waters (Greg), Tanya Downing (Amos), Glory Jean Downing, Laverne Downing, Anita Waters and ShirKea Townsend; his siblings, Alice Laws (Billy), Tommy Watson and Darnell Watson (Janice); his close friends, Grayland Dorsey, Abraham Drummond, Greg Lewis, James "Pete" Pyron, Dalt Christopher, Roy Bowser, Gene "James" Matthews and Joe; and his neighbors Tracy Peed (Carl). He is also survived by forty-five grandchildren; thirty great-grandchildren; five great, great-grandchildren; along with a host of nieces, nephews.
