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Allan Watts Obituary
Allan F. Watts, 80, of Allentown, died Monday, June 7, 2004 in Lehigh Valley Hospital. He was married 56 years to Phyllis (Plumridge) Watts. Born in Boston, Mass., he was a son of the late Lillian (Finlay) and Francis E. Watts. He was preceded in death by sisters, Elizabeth Britt and Carolyn Keeney. Allan entered the military at age 17 and attained the rank of captain in the Army serving in Europe, China and Japan during WW II. After the service, Allan graduated magna cum laude from the University of Connecticut and began his business career with the A.B. Dick Co. He later became presient of the A.B. Dick Co. of Allentown and president and founder of the Hamilton Printing Co. Prior to his retirement, Allan was a stockbroker for Janney Montgomery Scott LLC. Allan was a strong community and civic leader. During his years in Allentown, he was commander of the Honorary First Defenders, president of the Navy League of the Lehigh Valley, co-founder and treasurer of Children Rights of Pennsylvania Inc., board of directors of Sing Out of the Lehigh Valley, president of the Lehigh Valley Chapter, Goldwater for President, member of the Allentown Rotary, Masonic Lodge, 32nd Degree Mason, Lehigh Consistory, Scottish Society of the Lehigh Valley and a vestry member of the Church of the Mediator. Survivors: Wife; brother, Ronald Watts in Kansas; son, Thomas P. Watts of Allentown; daughters, Pamela F. Iobst of Whitehall, Deborah P. Hartman of Allentown, Cynthia A. Layton of Emmaus; grandchildren, Kroeger Iobst, Kurt Iobst, Jessica Watts, James Watts, Kelly Hartman, Cory Hartman, Naomi Winch and Eli Heckman; great-grandchildren, Maxfield and Preston Iobst. Services: 11 a.m. Friday, Weber Funeral Home, 1619 Hamilton St., Allentown. Call 10-11 a.m. Friday. Contributions: American Heart Association or a charity of your choice.
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Sally Batchelder
June 29, 2004
Allan was a true leader and an inspiration to us all. He was the cornerstone of his family and a wonderful role model. He practiced what he taught others and he was always there for advice whenever asked. Those that had the privelege of knowing him, are forever influenced by his timely wisdom. We shall miss our family member and friend.
With love, Gary and Sally
Bud and Felicia Knerr
June 28, 2004
From the 1960s, when our children were involved in Sing Out, right through to the recent years when we enjoyed New Year's Eve dinners together, we have always respected Allan as a good man and considered him a good friend. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
steph gorman
June 17, 2004
I remember Allan for all the kindness he gave to his family, friends and the community. I will forever remember the fourth of July parties that gave us the opportunity to see the extended family and friends and catch up with each others busy lives. A good family man and a great father to four, he still found the time to advise and inspire so many of us involved in Sing Out, what a wonderful example he set for us all. How very generous of him. Thank you Allan. We will miss you.
joan bingham
June 16, 2004
Memories of times spent with Phyllis and Allan make me smile...and sometimes weep. He was a fine person and a treasured relative and friend. I shall miss him.
Don Bingham
June 15, 2004
Allan had presence, wherever he sat was the head of the table. He served his country, his community, his family, and his friends with unselfish dedication. A man of integrity, he lived the principles in which he believed. Allan will be sorely missed by all who knew him. I will personally miss our weekly pinochle, and his hosting the multitude of family members, friends, and friends of friends at the Watts’ Fourth of July extravaganzas.
Lenny Evans
June 14, 2004
Seeing your name gave me some warm memories. We've all lost a good man.
My heart felt sympathies to the whole family.
Herb Bengtson
June 11, 2004
Allan, you were a wonderful friend and a great help to me while running Janney Montgomery Scott's Allentown operation. Thanks, you will always be remembered by Molly & Me.
Cheryl Sell-Laubach
June 11, 2004
A true family man and community leader. A man to respect. Condolences to Cynthia and the Watts family.
Jeremy Winch
June 11, 2004
We all lost a very dear person, but Pappy will always live on in our hearts and memories forever. We all were very lucky to have known such an incredible person, and we'll never forget all of the things Pappy did for us, the way he made each minute he was around us a little brighter. Here's to you Pappy, we'll always remember you.
John Layton
June 10, 2004
Even though I have been a member of your extended family for over ten years,it was only recently when you moved in with us after your recovery from your heart attack(s) that I really got to know you a little.I feel cheated that I didn't get to know you better,sooner.You offered so much of youself over the years to so many people. I am priviledged to have been touched by your your prescence and will deeply miss you.
David Heckman
June 10, 2004
Remembering Pappy. He stood as a timeless wall of support for so many. Always there as an example for others to follow. As we mourn his passing we feel the true depth of the value of all he shared and enriched our lives. Remembering Pappy as a true example of family values to be cherished.
Deborah Hartman
June 9, 2004
I will miss you always... You are in my heart forever!
Love always
Debby
Cynthia Layton
June 9, 2004
He was the best father anyone could ask for! I always looked up to him for his wealth of knowledge, his strength, his honesty,and his leadership. We will miss him dearly!
Naomi Winch
June 9, 2004
Pappy we all love you so much! You have been such an amazing leader in the world and in our family. As I've grown up, married, and soon to be a mother I've come to appriecate you even more and am recognizing all the lessons you have taught us. Rowan is going to really miss out knowing you first hand but we will all tell him about you and teach him how to be a great man like his Great Grandpappy. Thank you for being such a great man in my life, teaching me how to make the right decisions, teaching me how to be a great person, and to love unconditionally. I will love you and treasure you always.
Naomi
John Moffa
June 9, 2004
A man committed to doing good in the community. A good and caring man who will be missed.
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