OSCEOLA - Robert "Bob" E. Watts, 82, of Osceola passed away Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023. He was born in Tyronza to Walter and Laura Watts on March 11, 1941.
Bob graduated from Bay High School, was a member of the National Guard and retired after many years of working as an industrial engineer for American Greetings.
He coached youth sports through Osceola Parks and Recreation in Osceola and enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Bob is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Lois Watts, sons, Bryan (Patricia) Watts and Jeffery (Sherry) Watts, grandson, Wesley Watts, brother, Charles Watts, brother-in-law, Mike (Jennifer) Linton, and nephews, Morgan Linton, Parker Linton and Conner Linton.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Albert Watts, and sister, Sharon Turney.
Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at Roller-Swift Funeral Home in Osceola. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m.Wednesday in Jonesboro Memorial Park.
Online registry: www. rollerfuneralhomes. com
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