Photo courtesy of Reid's New Golden Gate Funeral Home - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Jan 19, 1927 – Jul 28, 2018 (Age 91)
Entered into eternal life on Saturday, July 28, 2018, age 91 years. Devoted husband of 70 years to the late Joyce (nee Walker) Watts. Beloved father survived by Gloria, Patricia, Lorraine, Gary, Jeffery (late Paulette), Kevin and Michelle Watts; Camille Rose; Thelma (Kenneth) Biglow, Beverly (Duane) Wray, Renee (Charles) Rodgers; son-in-law Radolph Matthews (late Sherry); Big Daddy to 124 grand, great grands and great great grandchildren. Also survived by a host of relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents Charlie and Mittie Watts; brothers, Clarence, Earl, Wade and J.C.,Sr; sisters, Lula, Mattie and Edna; sons, Jerome and Robert Watts; and daughter Sherry Matthews. Memorial visitation at Reid’s Golden Gate Funeral Home Friday, August 3, 2018 from 3-6PM. Homegoing Celebration at Ebenezer COGIC, 3132 N. MLK, Dr., Milw, WI Saturday, August 4, 2018; Visitation 9-11AM; Funeral service to follow at 11AM (no final viewing). Interment Graceland Cemetery.
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A friends beloved father
peggy crape
July 25, 2025 | Milwaukee, WI | Friend
Although I did not know Mr. Watts personally I do Know two of his daughters who are exceptional females, so I know you must have been an exceptional father and role model! I'm sure your family misses you immensely, rest in the Masters arms.
peggy crape
July 25, 2024 | Wauwatosa, WI | Friend
A truly wonderful man, and a guiding light for many who knew him. Lois and Joyce were loving and honest and thoroughly decent people, tremendous parents and generous friends. I was grateful to know them.
Tim Norris
April 23, 2020 | Mystic, CT | Friend
Hello family and friends of Mr Watts. Im here visiting my 89 year old mom in Milwaukee. My father and your dad Thermon Jones were like brothers. Last time I saw him was at Dads funeral. I also went to school with Robert. (Always had a big crush on him, but felt he was more like my cousin and I was flat chested at the time.). Your father was like my real uncle and him and my Dad hung out Alot. Mr Watts loved eating at our house and we loved hearing his voice and interesting stories. ...
Cleaster Jackson
December 23, 2018 | Suwanee, GA | Friend
Praying for Watts family each day
Latache Dancer
August 12, 2018 | ABERDEEN, MS
I have known the Watts family since I was 12. Mr. Watts always had a story to tell me and my sisters. Always had us all laughing. Now you are at peace no more suffering.
Brenda Ransaw Torrence
August 07, 2018 | Marietta, WI | Friend
A wonderful friend and blessing to my parents Martin and Emeline Schreiber. Neighbors, just a block away from the Watts family home. Kind, caring, helpful. We are blessed to have had Lois in our lives. We are grateful to the Watts family for their continued friendship, kindness, and caring. Thank you, God, for Lois and his family.
Marty Schreiber
August 04, 2018 | Milwaukee, WI | Friend
Sorry for your loss. You are in our prayer's
Kenny, Denise & David MitchellMitchell & Polk
August 03, 2018 | Milwaukee, WI | Family
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Darlene Powell-Hampton
August 03, 2018 | Milwaukee, WI | Friend
