Clay Clifford Watts 1924 ~ 2010 Clay Clifford Watts received his new wings and took his final flight on Jan. 22, 2010 at his home. He was born on May 30, 1924 in Murray, Utah to George Clifford Watts and Nellie Clay Watts. He grew up and was educated in Murray. After graduating from high school in 1942, he attended Weber State College and the University of Arkansas. Clay was a World War II veteran, joining the Army Air Corps in 1943 and receiving his pilot's wings in 1944. After his honorable discharge from the Air Corps, he married Jean L. Rasmussen in 1946. They had two children. Clay was employed by Burroughs Corporation (Unisys) for 39years where he served as Group Service Manager and traveled in Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, Nevada, and Montana He maintained his pilot skills by flying sky divers for ten years and later, owning his own plane. Flying was his passion, but he also enjoyed boating, golfing, and most of all visiting with his friends. Survived by his daughter, Robyn Newport (Keith) of Woods Cross, Ut: his son, Fred, (Cindy) of Arlington Heights, Illinois; two grandchildren, Steffen Watts and Heather Lewis; and one great grandchild. He is also survived by his brother, Charles (Juanita) of Layton. Funeral services will be at the Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 South State, Murray, Utah on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at l:00 p.m. Friends and family may gather for one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Larkin Sunset Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the American Cancer Society, 941 E. 3300 South, Salt Lake City, Ut. 84106. Please include Clay's name. Online condolences at www.jenkins-soffe.com

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Jan. 24 to Jan. 26, 2010.

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Wes Sawyer

January 26, 2010

Dear Robyn and Fred,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My Dad Archie worked with Clay for many years and I remember your Dad as one of my favorite people. His love of flying will always stand out in my memories. Your Dad was a wonderful person.

Velma Blake

January 26, 2010

Dear Robin & Fred,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.
We too have fond memories of your family. Debbie was just organizing some of the old family albums and came across pictures of your family. Your Dad was always so fun to be around,everyone was so young then.
We send our deepest sympathies,
Bob & Velma Blake

January 25, 2010

I attended a cancer mens group with Clay for the last year; his smile and zest for life, helped all those in the group, thanks for sharing him with us. He will be missed, Joel Harrison

Benn Hayden

January 25, 2010

I worked for Clay in the late 70's for a few years at Burroughs. I have such fond memories of Clay. What a class act guy. My condolences to the whole family.

Dan Rasmusen

January 24, 2010

Robin and Fred, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. I have fond memories of your mom and dad, and also of both of you in our younger years. I was able to talk to your dad just after your mom's passing and it was good to talk to him. I also enjoyed a short conversation with Fred at that time. Best wishes to you at this time.

Cousin Dan Rasmussen

Marie & Robert Davis

January 24, 2010

Fred, Robin and Clay's family, We know this is a tough time but you need to remember the great memories you have of your Dad. He was a very special man. He always showed concerned for other and showed that so much by the way he took care of your Mother. Our depest sympathy. Robert and Marie Davis

Yvonne Miller

January 24, 2010

Dear cousins Robyn & Fred, I am sad to learn of your Dad's passing. Your parents were very dear to me and I have fond childhood memories of them. I will treasure recent phone conversations with both Jean and Clay. I really hope I can make and stay in contact with you. You are both very special as you are the only Rasmussen cousins I have. I also send my love to you in behalf of my mother Beth, my brother Dan, and my sister Mary. With love from your cousin, Yvonne (Rasmussen) Miller

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