Born June 20, 1927 in Lynchburg he was a son of the late Edward H. Watts and Erma M. Watts. He was a retired installer with Western Electric (AT&T), a member of Union Christian Church, he loved fishing and traveling and supporting many charities.
In addition to his wife he is survived by a son, Michael Watts and his wife, Patricia of Richmond; a sister, JoAnn Taylor of Lynchburg; a grandson, Michael Watts, Jr. of Dinwiddie; two granddaughters, Heather Clary and Michelle Mull both of Kill Devil Hills, NC; and seven great grandchildren.
A private family only graveside service will be held at Virginia Memorial Park.
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Whitten Monelison Chapel is serving the family, (434) 929-5712.