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Michelle Watts Obituary

Michelle Lee Watts Battle Creek Michelle Lee Watts, 33, of Battle Creek, passed away Saturday, September, 27, 2008 at her home. She was born December 10, 1974 in Battle Creek, Michigan, the daughter of Vaughn L. and Christina K. (Hallahan) Jones. Michelle graduated from Lakeview High School in 1992, played violin in the Battle Creek Youth Orchestra and was involved in Girl Scouting for eleven years. She was a program aid at Girl Scout Camp for many years and past president of the Prairieview Elementary P.T.A. Michelle was currently working at Les Stanford Ford. Surviving are her husband: Kevin Lee Watts; three children: Dustin Vaughn Howard, Marissa Kay Howard and Kasandra Lee Watts; her former husband: Joel Howard; mother: Christina Kay Jones; stepfather: Robert L. Carr; sister: Kathie Jean Jones; sister-in-law: Angel Watts; nephew: Brendan Vaughn Jones; niece: Cheyenne Marie Watts and many other nieces and nephews; grandmother: Shirley Irene Copeland; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father. The family will receive friends at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home on Thursday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. Cary Grant, of St. Johns Lutheran Church, officiating. Interment will follow at Townsend Cemetery. Michelle loved all animals, especially cats, so please make memorial contributions to the A.S.P.C.A.

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Oct. 1, 2008.

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Mike wheeler (Fejes)

February 7, 2012

Im sorry for your loss michelle was a special person and will always have a spot in my heart

Joel Howard

June 18, 2010

Shel, I can't believe that it's been this long since you've left us! Your smile and laughs are still truly missed by friends and family. You would be so proud of your kids and how they've grown. Love you always, Joel

July 14, 2009

Nature

As a fond mother, when the day is o'er,
Leads by the hand her little child to bed,
Half willing, half reluctant to be led,
And leave his broken playthings on the floor,
Still gazing at them through the open door,
Nor wholly reassured and comforted
By promises of others in their stead,
Which, though more splendid, may not please him more;
So Nature deals with us, and takes away
Our playthings one by one, and by the hand
Leads us to rest so gently, that we go
Scarce knowing if we wish to go or stay,
Being too full of sleep to understand
How far the unknown transcends the what we know.

By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The Poetry Foundation

Phyllis Herr

April 12, 2009

It saddened our hearts, I am so sorry we just heard of Michelle's passing. Our family sends all the love and God's prayers to Chris and Kathy and Robert, and her children. Michelle was a special person and a true friend to all she encountered. The Entire Kevin & Phyllis Herr family. Our arms are around you in a loving embrace.

v Rosenberry

October 29, 2008

Her life is a testimony and a witness to everyone who knew and loved her. Countless lives were touched each and every day, therefore she will be missed greatly. May God bless her family and friends.

Faith Naesset

October 23, 2008

I worked with Michelle and she is in my thoughts quite often. I miss her smiles and her laugh and her willing to help when ever she could. My heart goes out to you the family and I hope you can take confort in knowing that you have friends and family that care and will be there for you when ever you need us.

lindsey hall

October 21, 2008

Hi Michelle i am dustin friend i am so sary waht hapind love lindsey.

dustin howard

October 21, 2008

mom i will olways miss you and you will allways be in my haret love your son Dustin howard

Kathie Jones

October 13, 2008

Words cannot describe the emptiness that I feel for losing my only sibling. My sister, my friend. A special aunt to my son. A smiling face every Thursday during the work day. Grabbing lunch together. Not sure how to cope with losing you. Not sure I ever will. I miss you. I love you.

samantha fisher

October 8, 2008

We will miss you very much.

Angela Nunley

October 8, 2008

Christina and Robert I am truely sorry for your lose. Michelle was always very nice and personable and knowing you guys it was easy to see where she got that from. I hope that you can find it in your hearts to know that she is in a better place and that you will see her again one day. Until then may the memories of Michelle keep you. I wish the best for you guys and Michelle's kids and family. I still miss seeing you guys and my old job where I could help you guys out. I wish you the best and if there is anything I can do please let me know.

William Hallahan

October 5, 2008

Sorry I was unable to attend, I did all I could to try and make it. I Love you and you will be missed. I love all of you that are left behind.

Dan & Jennifer Cavinder

October 4, 2008

I was unable to make it to Michelle's funeral or viewing because I am on 2nd shift. We have tried to drive by home, but nobody there. Please let us know if we can help out in any way: a meal, helping with kids, etc. I am so sorry for everyone's pain. I will miss her.

Erica Askew

October 4, 2008

Michelle was a wonderfully attentive mother, co-worker and friend. We will miss her caring nature and contageous laugh. My deepest sympathies.

Julie Pena

October 4, 2008

Chris - I don't know if you remember me from Westlake but I wanted to express my sincere condolences to you for the loss of your daughter. I am very sorry.

Ernest Harris

October 4, 2008

I am a friend of Bud And Berta. My heart goes out to anyone who suffers a loss of a loved one. Death, by whatever means, is enevidable. That's why God gave us memories. Don't dwell on the loss, but cherish the memories. May God give peace and comfort to her family.

Petra Jones

October 3, 2008

My Condolences to Michelle's Family in your time of grief. May you find peace in your faith and in knowing Michelle was loved and will be missed by those who knew her.

Peace & Blessings

Holly Meister

October 3, 2008

Michelle was my favorite start to every week as I visit Les Stanford Ford on Monday's, she woudl run out of her office and throw her whole body around me with the biggest hug ever. She was a tough little cookie and I loved her spunk and energy. She reminded me of Gwenyth Paltrow when she smiled and laughed. Our lunches will be sorely missed, my hugs will be missed, and Michelle as my friend will be truly missed... My heart goes out to the family at this time. I hope if there is anything I can do at all they will call on me.. Especially my beautiful best friend Kat...

Theresa & Jeff Bergstresser

October 3, 2008

I only knew her for a short time, she was an awesome gal, she will be missed dearly, her kids are just awesome, Dustin, Marissa and dad Joel, and Kassi, you will be in my thoughts and prayers. You will be missed. Joel if you need anything let us know.

Tammie Madsen

October 2, 2008

Knowing Michelle for a short time yet she touched my heart in many ways. The unquestionable love for her children and family. Her kind, loving spirit for others and a smile that brightened your day. She will be missed... with my thoughts and prayers..

Dave and Luann Wickham

October 2, 2008

There is no word to say how sorry we are for your pain, except we love you...and wish for the hurt to ease in your heart....Michelle was loved, and will be missed.....she will always live in our hearts, her smile will live on.....it was always on her face...

Amy Caputo (formerly Maynard)

October 2, 2008

Shel,

You were my rock and my strength through so many important moments of my life. I know it's been some time since we've talked but I miss you so much. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family since for so long you were a part of mine. Thank you for memories like your mom's pumpkin rolls and wine coolers! I love and miss you.

Uncle Bud Hallahan

October 2, 2008

My First Neice, That will be missed greatly by me and all that knew her, you always had time for me, I love you. my thoughts and prayers are with you, may you now rest in peace

Kyle Ploehn

October 2, 2008

A great lady from a great family who was raising a great family. Christina, Bob, Kat and kids - I have no words to describe how I feel and how much Michelle will be missed. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Michelle will continue to live on in the many memories....

Robert Carr

October 2, 2008

I will always love you as my daughter, rest now my daughter you are at peace I love you. Dad

Sue Morgan

October 2, 2008

I didn't know Michelle very well but the times I ran into her our conversations were very nice. She had a positive and upbeat spirit about her. Sure she will be missed by her children & family. Always a sad day when we loose a young soul.

Wendy Bradley

October 1, 2008

Chrissy and Bob and Kat.......I'm so very sorry to hear about the loss of Michelle. She was a very sweet person and a great mom. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything just ask.

Gentle hugs, Wendy Bradley

Jessica Allen

October 1, 2008

Although I have only met Michelle briefly a couple of times I have had the opportunity to meet her children on a number of occassions. They are great kids and it shows what a wonderful mother Michelle was to them. I know she will be deeply missed by her dear children, sister, mother and other family & friends. Our family has been praying for all of you.

sandy

October 1, 2008

Michelle I miss you so much. We called each other a couple times a week and kept up on the latest. I miss your calls. I miss walking down the street to talk to you and seeing the kids playing outside. I'll miss you at halloween seeing all the pumpkins down the sidewalk. You will always be in my heart and on my mind love you sandy

Lois Schiesser-Lewis

October 1, 2008

Michelle,
You are a pick above the rest and you will always hold a place in my heart... as well as your family. We dont know what the future holds for us... all we know is to live life to the fullest... and I know you did that... RIP hun.

Michelle Aldaeri

October 1, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dawn Winstone

October 1, 2008

I too only knew Michelle for a short time too. She was a very nice, upbeat person. My daughter is friends with Kassie and Marissa. Please know that your family is in my and my families thoughts and prayers. She will be missed.

Matthew Maxwell

October 1, 2008

She was a hard working person with a great smile and laugh.  She will be missed by everyone.  Our prayers are with everyone.

Jennifer Cavinder

October 1, 2008

I was completely shocked when I read her obituary. I just spoke with her a few weeks ago and we were supposed to get together to talk. She was a wonderful person and great with kids. I wish I had made more time to spend with her. I will miss her. Her kids are awesome. Marissa was in my Girl Scout troop. If there is any thing I can do to help, please let me know.

Ruthan Patient

October 1, 2008

Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I hope that you will be able to find peace in knowing that others are thinking and praying for your family.

Kristina Etheridge

October 1, 2008

You will be missed!

trisha b

October 1, 2008

I only knew her for a short time but she was really sweet, we always bi-passed each other wherever we went. She had 3 wonderful kids that will miss her dearly. THis is a sad day. We will all miss you.

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