Zane L. Watts

Zane L. Watts January 15, 1955 - June 3, 2007 Zane Watts, age 52 passed away at his home of cardiac arrest as a result of coronary artery disease. He was born in Denver, CO on January 15, 1955. He attended school in Nucla, CO graduating from Nucla High School in 1973. He was very active in track and field setting a state record for long distance running. He spent eight years in the United States Air Force as an Air Traffic Controller. he was honorably discharged in 1982 and moved to Las Vegas, NV as a controller with the FAA. He transferred to San Francisco, CA in 1986 where he was employed as a controller and instructor for the FAA until he moved to Grand Junction in 1999. He was currently enrolled at Mesa State College as a junior majoring in political science. He wanted to use his education to make a difference in the world by becoming the voice for those less fortunate than himself. He genuinely had a love for all mankind and easily made friends with those who crossed his path. His easy going nature and sense of humor will be very much missed by those who knew and loved him. He will be treasured always. He is survived by his three children; Jamie, Jessica and Anthony as well as his father and stepmother William (Nada) Watts, a sister Debbie Wilson, a niece Erika Wilson and a great niece Kailey Magin. He is also survived by six grandchildren. His mother Susannah Watts preceded him in death. Cremation has taken place. Private services will be held at a later date with burial at Veteran's Memorial Cemetery. Condolences can be sent to the family at 709 Bunker Drive, Grand Junction, CO 81506.