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Dorann Watts Obituary

Dorann Bingham Watts passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at the age of 90. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bayard Benton Bingham and Gracie Sturdevant Bingham, as well as her brother, Bayard Benton Bingham, Jr. She leaves behind her husband of 70 years, Dr. Homer A. Watts, Jr. Additionally, she is survived by her daughters, Lori Watts Weaver and Carol Watts Brannon, her sons, Steven Watts (Harriet), David Watts (Brenda), and Lee Watts, 13 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. She was a dedicated member of First Baptist Church of New Orleans since 1954 and the Women's Missionary Union. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd in New Orleans, on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at 1 p.m. Rev. Bob Moore will officiate. Visitation will begin at 12 p.m. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Salvation Army, 100 Jefferson Highway in New Orleans or New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 3939 Gentilly Blvd in New Orleans. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Feb. 13 to Feb. 18, 2020.

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Judy Fugok

February 17, 2020

Bob and I are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thought and prayers

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Michael & Jan Somoza

February 15, 2020

Our love and prayers are with you during this season of Dorans homecoming. Praying that Jesus wraps His loving arms of comfort around the entire family.

February 14, 2020

Sending our love to you. May God's peace, strength, and comfort be with you at this time.
Alex and Kay Liebling

February 14, 2020

Dear Lori and Carol,
I was really sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. If there is anything that I can do to help you all through this please do not hesistate to ask me.
sincerely yours,
Lisette LaPrairie

February 14, 2020

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

February 14, 2020

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

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