Kwashunda LaQuet Watson, lovingly known as Kay, passed away on September 22, 2026, in North Little Rock, Arkansas. She was born on May 17, 1978, in Little Rock, Arkansas, and will be remembered with deep love by all who knew her.

Kay built a life marked by care, dedication, and purpose. She earned a Bachelor's degree as well as a nursing degree, preparing for a calling that reflected her compassion for others. She worked at the VA hospital as a registered nurse, serving patients through her skill, strength, and commitment. Her work was an important part of her life and a reflection of the way she gave of herself to those around her.

Above all, Kay will be remembered for the love she shared with her family. She leaves behind her children, Markell Foreman Jr.,Lauryn Johnson, Jordyn Watson, and Joshua Watson, who were at the heart of her life. She is also survived by her beloved grandchildren, Micah Foreman and Nova Foreman, whose lives carry forward her love in a special way.

She is further survived by her father, Charles W. Johnson; her mother, Jacquelyn Johnson; her grandmother, Hattie Williams; her brother, Michael Nelson; her sisters, Courtney Ingram and Jennifer McKeever; Courtney’s husband, Alexander; and a cherished circle of nieces and nephews: Mikehaylah Nelson, Zoey McKeever, Shayla Nelson, Sage Williams, Tyson Glover, Kaleb McFee, Kohen McFee, Alayah Bonner, and Garrett Bonner, and a host of other relatives and friends.  Each of them shared an important place in her life, and her memory will remain close to their hearts.

Kwashunda LaQuet Watson’s life was one of devotion, both to her profession and to the people she loved most. She will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by her family, friends, and all who were blessed to know her.