Youpha Watson, 81 of Warrensburg, Missouri passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City.

Youpha was born June 17, 1943 in Bangkok, Thailand.  She was united in marriage to Robert L. Watson in 1971 in Bangkok.  The couple moved from Thailand to Warrensburg in 1974.  Youpha owned and operated the popular local Thai restaurant, Siam for many years, retiring in 2012.  She grew the vegetables for Siam, in her own garden, for several years.  Youpha was known for her gorgeous rose flower garden.

Survivors include three daughters: Clemmie Watson of Warrensburg, MO; Elizabeth Watson of Warrensburg, MO and Cathelin Watson of Huntington Beach, CA; step daughter: Robin Watson of Salt Lake, UT and four grandchildren: Austin, Zach, Sydney and Ronan.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 10th at Williams Funeral Chapel in Warrensburg with Pastor Tim Whitmore officiating.

The family will receive friends, one hour prior to service, Friday at Williams.

Online condolences may be left at www.williamsfuneralchapel.net