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Jerry Watts Obituary
Mr. Watts, 64, of Charlotte, died Monday, February 7, 2005 at Carolinas Medical Center. He was born August 25, 1940 in La Plata, MO and was a son of the late Vera Marie Taylor Watts and John Floyd Watts. His childhood was spent in Russell, Kansas. He attended the University of Georgia and following his marriage on January 21, 1961 to the former Vicki Burel he relocated to Charlotte. Mr. Watts was a self employed manufacturer's representative in the food service industry for over 40 years and was a member of Philadelphia Presbyterian Church. He was a member of Strides for Strength at the Dowd YMCA. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather who was well liked and respected by all who knew him. He will be missed greatly.
A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m., Friday, February 11, 2005 from Philadelphia Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Gaye Brown and Rev. Wayne Frazier officiating. The family will receive friends following the memorial service at the church.
Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Vicki B. Watts; children, Heather Guest and husband Bill of Charlotte; Todd Watts and wife Katie of Charleston, SC; Coby Watts and wife Jennifer of Davidson; Robin Watts of Charlotte; brothers, Marvin Watts and wife Linda of Bluemont, VA; Jan Watts and wife Cindi of Brookville Ohio; seven grandchildren, Evan Guest, Griffin Guest, Caroline Watts, Jackson Watts, Anna Claire Watts, Ryan Watts and Danielle Watts; numerous nieces, nephews, friends and colleagues.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Philadelphia Presbyterian Church, 11501 Bain School Road, Mint Hill, NC 28227.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Thomas Phillips, Dr. Mark Kirsch, Dr. James Boyd, Dr. Gregory Underwood and their nurses for the comfort and care giving to Mr. Watts during his illness.
Arrangements are by McEwen Funeral & Cremation Service, Mint Hill Chapel.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Watts
Allison Plyler
March 7, 2005
Dear Heather and Family: So sorry to hear of your loss. I hate I didn't find out sooner. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Martin Luther Watts
February 28, 2005
Jerry Watts
Had the greatest gift anybody
could have the gift of laughter
he made people feel like a million bucks ---anybody who met him got the feeling he really care about the people he came upon in his life---his grandfather
was that kind of person ---Jerry
always made you feel special I
will not forget that Kansas smile of his --Jerry ---you had a great ride in this old world--and
I will never forget the days that I spent with you Okla,Kansas, New Mexico, I'm proud to say that
as a Watts ---their couldn't be anybody better then Jerry Watts
I will miss you forever
Shelley (Benton) O'Hare
February 19, 2005
Dear Heather and Family,
I am so sorry about the loss of Mr. Watts. He was a wonderful person. Our prayers are with you all. With much love and prayers,
The O'Hare Family
Cheryl Simpson
February 15, 2005
My "Favorite Brother-in-law".What can I say? I will miss you so much. For you to leave this life now, was so hard for everyone. I know you are in a better place and one day we will all be together again.
I love you
Donna Taylor
February 11, 2005
So very sorry for your loss. Evan has played baseball with Jordan for serveral years and Bill and Heather are great friends. We have seen Mr. Watts at several ball games and my heart goes out to you and your family with his passing.
Teresa Coan Bradley
February 11, 2005
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I have many fond memories of living next door to your family for so many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Janet and B.H. McLean
February 11, 2005
Vicki, we were so sorry to learn of Jerry's illness and death. We still have such fond memories of our years in Hampshire Hills. Our prayers are with you and the family.
Judy Wood
February 10, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Jerry was such a likable person and a gentleman. My son played ball with Coby and I will always have fond memories of the good times we had after the games. Jerry was the kind of man everyone would want as a father. He will truly be missed.
Ralph Herbin
February 10, 2005
My sincerest sympathy goes to the wonderful family of Jerry, whom I greatly admire.
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