HAMPTON, Va. — It’s been five months since a Hampton mother saw her son get gunned down before her own eyes.
Since losing her son, Dr. Sherri Watson has turned to Philippi Missionary Church for comfort. She says it’s practically her second home.
“Church has helped me heal. [It] helps me with my healing process,” said Dr. Watson.
Her pastor has been helping her cope with the tragic loss.
“The most horrific pain is [when] a child – your child – is in need and you can’t do anything about it. You can’t do anything to help him, you can’t even bring him back to life,” she said.
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Dr. Watson lost her 26-year-old son De’Quan Studwell all because of an argument that happened in August of 2023. Police say Studwell and a man were arguing before the suspect allegedly shot him.
A memorial for Studwell remains on Woodland Road – the same spot where he laid helpless as he was shot right in front of his mother. Her neighbors continue to add flowers so he won’t be forgotten.