Mr. Langston Thurgood Watson

On February 3, 2017, Langston Thurgood Watson went home to be with his Savior, Jesus Christ. Born January 23, 1988, to parents Floyd Vernon and Shirley Watson, Langston was the youngest of three siblings, to Yalonda and Latoya Watson. Langston attended the city's top automotive program and graduated with honors from Pulaski High School. He enjoyed fishing, cooking and working out. He loved his nieces and nephews, Jordan, Gabrielle, Zvon, Queen Jorziah, Harmony, and Joliese, very dearly. He truly admired and idolized his parents, Shirley and Floyd Vernon Watson. Langston was the kindest person, anyone could meet. He opened his heart to so many fellow soldiers, friends and family, over the years. He will be missed beyond measure. Langston was a man of integrity, courage and love. He led the life of an American hero and now, he resides up above. He lived to protect and serve his country. One, unknown, day, we will see Langston again- but of that day, God only knows. Staff Sergeant Watson enlisted in the United States Army, May 31, 2007. He completed basic training, chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear training, at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. SSG Watson attended Basic Airborne School, en-route to his duty assignment, at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. He was assigned to the 82nd Combat Aviation Brigade, as the chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear specialist. While at Fort Bragg, Langston served two tours in Afghanistan, in support of "Operation Enduring Freedom". Some of his significant military schools, include Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and Mobile Retention training. In December 2015, Langston was assigned to: the 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team- Airborne Division; Headquarters and Headquarters Company; 54th Brigade Engineer Battalion- Airborne Division. He served as a squad leader for the Battalion's Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Reconnaissance Platoon. During this time, Langston was a part of several multinational training events, such as: Unified Dragon, Saber Junction, and Eurotex, where he performed remarkably. Staff Sergeant Watson's awards and decorations include: the Army Commendation Medal (three bronze oak leaf clusters), the Army Achievement Medal (one oak leaf cluster), the Army Good Conduct Medal (third award), the National Defense Service Medal, the Afghanistan Campaign Medal (three service stars), the Global War on Terror Service Medal, the Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (numeral 2), the Army Service Medal, the NATO Medal, the Basic Parachutist Badge and the Rifle Marksmanship Badge (expert). SSG Watson is survived by his: parents, Floyd and Shirley Watson; and sisters, Yalonda and Latoya Watson.

Mr. Langston Thurgood Watson

January 25, 1988 - February 3, 2017