He leaves to cherish his memories; his wife, Shronda Faye Watson of Columbus, MS; daughters: Odessty Nicole Watson and Shametris Wilson both of East St. Louis, IL; Jessica Watson of Belleville, IL and Dominique Loving; sons: Travon Watson and Javonta Pitts both of East St. Louis, IL; step-daughter, India Harris of Columbus, MS; step-sons: Quinton Harris and Damien Mattix both of Columbus, MS; sisters: Debra Knowles (Dexter) of Augusta, GA; Victoria McGee (Dave) of Dallas, TX; Dethoria Jenkins of Starkville, MS;and Lesia Watson of Leavenworth, KS; brothers: Leon Keel of Augusta, GA; and Kelvin Jenkins of Starkville, MS; aunts: Doris Smith, Annie Merritt both of East St. Louis, IL; uncles: James Keel (Carolyn) of Starkville, MS; Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Keel and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Keel all of East St. Louis, IL; seven grandchildren, five nephews, two nieces and a host of cousins and friends.