Alfred Truman "Jack" Watts

1934 - 2018

Alfred Truman "Jack" Watts obituary, 1934-2018, Weatherford, TX

BORN

1934

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

White's Funeral Home - Weatherford

130 Houston Avenue

Weatherford, Texas

Alfred Watts Obituary

Alfred Truman "Jack" Watts WEATHERFORD -- Alfred Truman "Jack" Watts, 84, passed away on September 15, 2018. FUNERAL: 10 a.m., Saturday, September 22, First Baptist Church, Benbrook. Interment: Aledo Brown Cemetery. Visitation: 6-8 p.m., Friday, September 21, White's Funeral Home, Weatherford. MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children Dallas. Jack was born on August 7, 1934 to Frank Washington Watts and Mae Etta Martiner in Thrifty, Texas. He married the love of his life, Jean A. Voegele, 61 years ago on November 16, 1957. Carrying out his father's wishes, Jack continued the family business, Watts Drilling Company, started in 1946 to the present-day operations. His passion and work ethic made Jack the 'go-to' both day and night for many of his customers. This commitment to his work resulted in Jack becoming known to many as the "Well Man". While work was considered downtime for Jack, he also enjoyed spending time at his ranch caring for his cattle, donkeys, deer, turkey and hummingbirds. Jack's other passion was his commitment to his family and the many people in his life. Never meeting a stranger, Jack was always willing to help with anything needed. Jack was also a Air Force veteran as well as being a third degree Master Mason and thirty second degree Scottish Rite Moslah Shriner. SURVIVORS: Jack is survived by his wife of 61 years, Jean A. Voegele; children, Alfred Tad Watts, Tim Watts, Torre Watts Holbrooks, Toby Watts and their spouses; five grandchildren and their spouses; four great-grandchildren; and numerous extended family and friends.

Published by Star-Telegram from Sep. 20 to Sep. 21, 2018.
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God blessed me by knowing this special, special man, Im forever changed by his love and friendship. My prayers and love go out to the family as I know you all miss him tremendously. May God wrap his arms around you all and carry you through until you meet again.

Kim Solis

Friend

June 21, 2019

Jack will be dearly missed! I loved when he came with the "crew" and we got a good visit in! Sincere sympathy to all the family. Laverne Gunderson

Laverne Gunderson

September 24, 2018

Jack would show up to fix my pump with starched jeans & shirt and his cowboy hat and boots, even in 100 degree weather. A Texas gentleman all the way with that reassuring voice of steadiness and calm answering your questions by replying, yes ma'am and no ma'am . Jack had the qualities of honesty, sincerity and kindness. The Winters family has been truly blessed through the years to have been a friend of Jack's. I am grateful that our paths crossed and that our lives touched. I shall always remember him with the deepest admiration and affection and I was honored by his friendship.
And so, I say Au Revoir to a gracious human being, and I do so with a line from Yeats who wrote, Think, where man's glory both begins and ends, and say my glory was I had such a friend.

May God wrap you in his arms as you walk this road.
Margaret Ann Winters & Family
Granbury TX

September 24, 2018

Bill and Caron Symon

September 24, 2018

With Deepest Sympathy,
Kay Whalin

September 24, 2018

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

Darrell Lyon

Friend

September 23, 2018

Jack will always be remembered as a class act, a man of his word and always, always a man of honor and respect. One of a kind! He will leave a void in our community.... and they just don't make them like that anymore! It was a pleasure and an honor to know Jack. God bless! .

Tootie Parkman

September 22, 2018

Sad to hear of Jack's death. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
I met Jack in 1972 when came to work at Benbook Lake. It was an honor to have known him as a friend,

Jimmy Hurt

September 22, 2018

Jack was an amazing man. He always had a smile that was so genuine and kind. He set an example for everyone to follow.He will be missed but never forgotten. I am blessed to have known him.

Nola Farris

September 22, 2018

In our old house on the lake with its antiquated water well, I never worried about being without water for long with Jack and his boys on the job. He was a good and great man and will be sorely missed in our world. Gods comfort to the family.

Carol Whaylen

Neighbor

September 22, 2018

The Watts family and the Rall family have been neighbors and buds for a long time. Jack will be sorely missed but fondly remembered.

Tom Rall

September 22, 2018

We were completely without water at my house no less than 2-3 months ago - Jack himself came out and worked for several hours to get our water running again - all with a great attitude and gentle spirit. He was always a trooper!

Thank you - you darling of a man! God bless you.

John Robb

September 21, 2018

I became acquainted with Jack when I was teaching in Aledo. My prayers go out to the family, especially Torre and Toby. Heaven is blessed with another special residence.

Charlotte Cowser

Teacher

September 21, 2018

Charlotte Cowser

Teacher

September 21, 2018

Jack carries a special place in the hearts of my family. Jack and his family were more than friends, and neighbors they are family! He was an awesome man! What a wonderful legacy he has left for his children. Rest In Peace, Jack.

Wells

Friend

September 21, 2018

Will miss him and his vast knowledge, I learned a lot about water well systems from him. Always there to help and give advice. Skyline L.O.A

Randy Chitwood

Friend

September 21, 2018

My parents, John and Dottie Waggoman, loved the Jack Watts family, Jean, Tad, Torre, Toby, and Tim. Jack was so good with water wells. I don't think Dad would have lived to retirement, if Jack had not so skillfully worked those wells.

Ann Waggoman

Friend

September 21, 2018

Rest In Peace Jack

Matt Migl

Friend

September 21, 2018

My Grandfather Tom Yancy always spoke highly of Jack. Thoughts and prayers to your family.

Ken & Amy Whittenburg

September 21, 2018

Our family has known your family since late 1979. We have always admired and appreciated all of you for so many different reasons. Thank you for everything you have done for us and will do for us.
Please be at peace in God's plans for you.
Troy and Sharon Vinson, along with our sons - Mark, Todd and Curt and their families

Troy & Sharon Vinson

Friend

September 20, 2018

Jack was a father figure for Tommy and I both. We are beyond heartbroken. He was the greatest man and we are both happy to have been able to call him a friend.

Tommy & Melinda Thompson

Friend

September 20, 2018

May God's peace be upon the Watts family.

Chuck Cox

September 20, 2018

I knew this man for 50+ years and can truly say that Jack was a great example of a friend and a gentleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family as they go through this difficult time.

Terry & Kathy Reavis

September 20, 2018

A truly special, caring man with a heart of GOLD. Many prayers & much LOVE to this amazing family. God Bless You all.

Jamie Carothers

Friend

September 20, 2018

R I P to the best man I ever work for and with

George Walker

September 20, 2018

So sorry for your loss. He was a great man.

MJ and Bob Butt

Friend

September 19, 2018

This man had a heart for people, he never met a stranger. I know we will meet again. I pray for peace for his sweet wife & his boys. From Judi, Frank Watts sister-in-law.

Judi Mathews

Friend

September 19, 2018

Mr. Watts was a very special man, we are all blessed to have known him.

Burton Shepherd

Friend

September 19, 2018

Burton Shepherd

September 19, 2018

He was a great friend

Joe Petrey

Friend

September 19, 2018

You will missed my so many, I know there is a place in heaven just waiting for you, Goodbye my friend until we meet again. Esther

Esther Cantrell

Friend

September 19, 2018

JACK was a great husband,father,grandfather,BUT also a wonderful loving and SPECIAL MAN. Buck and I HAVE KNOWN THE FAMILY FOR SO MANY YEARS AND HAVE SHARED MANY MEMORIES TOGETHER. Jack and Gene should be so proud of the SPECIAL CHILDREN that they raised... everyone such high MORALS..GOD BLESS your family ..Judy,Buck,Chad and LANCE.

JUDY ISHAM

Friend

September 19, 2018

Though I didn't know Jack well, I knew him through his wonderful children, my friend Toby, and his sister Torre. Mr. Watts, rest well knowing you were a great influence on incredible people. My sincerest sympathies for all the family and those close to them.

Allen Wahlstrom

Friend

September 18, 2018

So sorry for your loss!
My thoughts and prayers to yall

Joey Key

September 18, 2018

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Johnny & Doris Pittman

Friend

September 18, 2018

Jean, I am so sorry for your loss. In all the years of coming to the salon I don't think I ever met Jack but I do remember you talking about him & your wonderful family. May God comfort you during this difficult time & fill your mind with beautiful memories.

Beth (McKnight) Gatlin

September 18, 2018

Ricky Hood

Friend

September 18, 2018

A truly fine man and gentlemen who raised a great family.

David Bedford

Acquaintance

September 18, 2018

Jack and Jean were neighbors and good friends for 29 years. We extend prayers to all the family.

Jeremy and Jean Cook

Friend

September 18, 2018

Jack was such a sweet man & I know he will be dearly missed by so many. My thoughts & prayers are with the entire Watts family!

Kelly Cantrell Rodgers

Acquaintance

September 18, 2018

We are so sorry for your loss. Jack was a friend that you could take his word to the bank. It was an honor to know him.

Don & Virginia mcneil

Friend

September 18, 2018

Jack Watts, a man's man, honest, dependable and a great guy.

Dan Henslee

Friend

September 18, 2018

Saddened to hear of Jacks passing. Such a special person in my life and the life of our family.

Dale Vinson

Friend

September 18, 2018

This is Norma Reed. Sorry to hear of your loss. Jack was a good man and ALWAYS took care of the Reed family.

Norma Reed

Friend

September 18, 2018

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Herbert and judy Walker

Friend

September 17, 2018

Truly a wonderful, caring man. Jack was a great neighbor - always willing to help others in any situation at any time, day or night. We are blessed to have known him, his family, and business associates. Everyone who knows Jack will miss him. God Bless Jack. And Blessings to his family.

Roy & Leesa Schroeder

Friend

September 17, 2018

Mr. Jack was one of my favorite people. Always going out of his to speak and have a conversation. Great man, will miss him....

Steve Herndon

Friend

September 17, 2018

Lisa Blocker

September 17, 2018

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

Doug & Jacqueline Begnaud

Friend

September 16, 2018

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