Tammy Denise Watson

Tammy Denise Watson, age 62 of Murfreesboro, Arkansas, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at her home. Born on October 24, 1963 in Hot Springs, she was the daughter of Dexter Bell and Martha Steele Bell.

Tammy was deeply devoted to her work as Head Librarian for the Howard County Public Library and was an active member of the Arkansas Library Association. She found joy in crocheting, painting, and camping, and she cherished her pets. Above all, she treasured the time spent with her family.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Mark Bell, and her father-in-law, John Watson.

Tammy is survived by her loving husband, Jonathan Watson; her three children, William Franks, Kayla (Matt) Armitage, and John Paul (Carlie) Watson; her mother-in-law, Brenda Watson; her siblings, Tina (Billy) Franks and Michael Bell; her brothers-in-law, Jordan (Hannah) Watson, Jamie White, and Chris (Melissa) White; her beloved grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.