Graveside funeral service for Velma Ruth Watson, age 86, of Omaha, AR, formerly a 50+ years resident of Steger, IL, will be held at 12:30 PM on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at Boonshill Cemetery with Bro. Randy Nichols officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 10 AM – 12 PM on Saturday at Higgins Funeral Home.
Ruth was born on August 25, 1938, in Lincoln County, Tennessee, to the late Willie Parker and Lucille Simms Parker. She dedicated her career as a data processor at Continental Midland Screw in Illinois and was a devoted member of the Baptist faith. Known for her kind and loving spirit, Ruth was a cherished mother and a diligent worker who deeply loved the Lord. She took pride in maintaining an immaculate home, always open to friends and family. Ruth passed away peacefully on November 25, 2024, at her home in Omaha, Arkansas.
Survivors include her sons, Anthony (Fanae) Watson, Jeffrey (Colleen) Watson, and James “Tim” Watson; grandchildren, Tyler (Heather) Watson, Carter Watson, Jacob DeBoer, Steven Seeley; great-grandson, Logan Seeley; brother, Paul (Yvonne) Parker; sister, Ann (Paul) Bevels; sisters-in-law, Linda (Jerry) Mullins, and Rita Mitchell Watson; and her best friend, Debbie Henshaw. In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Allen Watson; brothers, Jim Parker, and Junior Parker; and brother-in-law, Larry Watson.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Velma Ruth Watson.
