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Kenneth WATTS Obituary

WATTS Kenneth (Ken) D Owner of Novato's beloved Watts Music passed away February 25th in his home surrounded by his family. He was 73. Ken was born in Washington DC. He played saxophone as a member of the Washington Redskins marching band along with his father. His love for music and records prompted the opening of Watts Music in 1979, currently the longest running record store in Marin. A classic car and hot rod enthusiast, he and Carol became members of the Cruisin' North Car Club of Sonoma County. Ken is survived by Carol, his wife of 53 years, sons Tim (Joanna) and Kevin, granddaughter Maggie, mother Vivian, brothers Ron, Bernie and Chuck and sister Laura. Details for a "Celebration of Life" TBA.

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Published by Press Democrat from Mar. 12 to Mar. 13, 2017.

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Joe Di Sandro

February 15, 2021

your buddy from NE washington DC. Good times we had going to Glen Echo and working on your 55 Chevy. RIP my friend.
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KELLEY

March 16, 2017

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOUR FAMILY A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

Greg Randall

March 12, 2017

Ken, you will be missed but never forgotten. Every time I break out a record and see that little orange Watts Music price sticker on it, I will break out a big smile in your Memory. Rocking travels my friend.

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