Lucas Daniel Watts

Spokane - Lucas Daniel Watts, 25, died suddenly in his sleep on June 2, 2020 due to a seizure at his home in Spokane, WA. He was taken from this world much too soon.

He was born on August 17, 1994 in Fort Collins, CO to Dan and Lori Watts. At an early age, Lucas' life was about God, family, friends, and sports. It became evident that he was driven to become the best he could be and in 2011, he and his teammates won a 3A state championship in football. He graduated from Windsor High School in 2013 and went on to play football and attend CSU-Pueblo where he and his teammates won a D2 National Championship. He earned his master's degree in Business Administration with minors in Finance and Marketing in 4 years and graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2017. That summer he began his career at Universal Forest Products as an Account Manager, which took him to Kirkland, WA. In October 2019, he decided to leave the UFP family and move to Spokane, WA with Stryker Medical as an ENT Sales Representative.

Lucas had a passion for life and had three mottos he lived by: N.O. "Never Outworked" which he learned from his high school football coach, "I am Second" where he put God and others before himself and F.O.E. "Family Over Everything". Lucas strived to uphold these mottos each day of his life which was reflected in his work ethic, compassion, kindness, and grace that touched the lives of many.

Lucas was just beginning to enjoy his adult life with his new love, a promising career, and exciting new plans for his future. He loved golfing, camping, and 4-wheeling and will be missed by many.

He is survived by his Grandparents, Jim and Jeanette Rutz; his Parents, Dan and Lori Watts; brother Zach Watts; as well as many Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins.

He was preceded in death by his Grandparents, Jack and Helen Watts and Aunt, Sue Berryman.

To continue Lucas' legacy and impact on people's lives, we as a family have established the Lucas Watts "Never Outworked" Memorial Scholarship Fund. Any contributions/donations can be sent to this fund at: Weld RE-4 School District, 1020 Main Street Windsor, CO 80550

Viewing will be held at Viegut Funeral Home in Loveland, Colorado on Monday, June 8, 2020 from 3:00pm-7:00pm. Private family services will be held and a Celebration of Life will be held at a future date when we are able to gather safely in larger groups. Go to www.viegutfuneralhome.com for online condolences.

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Published by Coloradoan from Jun. 5 to Jun. 7, 2020.

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Todd and Susan Pyle

June 11, 2020

Dan, Lori & Family,

We are heartbroken for you in your loss. May the love of God carry you.
You are in our daily thoughts and prayers.

Sharron and Fred Netherda

June 10, 2020

Through my own life's grieving, I've discovered there are never any words that can be given to you that will ease your pain.
What I can say is HOW CAN I HELP? Maybe not now, but there will come a time. Never hesitate to text or call 970-481-7681.
A memory Fred and I have never forgotten. You folks had just built your home. You guys invited us over for a "look see" and cocktails. We brought over blow bubbles so we could have some fun with Lucas. Turned out that he loved the activity...so did the adults. What a happy memory. We will cherish it always?
With love and affection,
Sharron and Fred Netherda

Kellie Henderson

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Dionne Frey

June 8, 2020

Dan, there are no words I can say to lessen the pain of this loss. I can only hope that knowing I care and am thinking of you will be of some comfort to you and your family during this very sad time.

Greg and Vicki Larson

June 8, 2020

Dan and Lori - Words cannot express how sorry we feel for both of you! I never met Lucas, but as a parent it has to be the most painful hurt. We will hold your family up in prayer and ask for God's Love and Mercy to completely surround you!

Beth Francis

June 7, 2020

I feel blessed to have had Lucas as a student. I will always remember him as a warm, caring person who treated everyone with respect. A leader with a heart. He was so easy to talk to and we had many wonderful conversations as he learned the process of food preparation in my Catering class. His sense of humor and smile are elements of Lucas that will never be forgotten.

The why is the hardest part, knowing he had so much to offer this world. He made our world a better place just because of the person he was. The finest through and through.

My heart goes out to your family as this type of loss it the hardest. Lucas filled our hearts with joy, so that spot will always be there. I pray that God s peace will comfort you, your families support you and time will heal the hurt.

Ralph and Jykla Gundy

June 7, 2020

Dan and Lori .... Im shocked at the sudden loss of Lucas. May the love of friends and family give you strength to persevere during this time. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

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