Memorial service for James Jackie Watts, 84 of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, December 23, 2017 at New Hope #2 Baptist Church, Bro Sherman Bailey and Bro. Patrick Morton officiating.
Mr. Watts passed away December 17, 2017 at home surrounded by family on.
He was born April 6, 1933 to Theodore and Vella Mae Watts.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Kennie Watts; brothers, JT Watts Jr. and Bill Watts.
Survivors include his loving wife of 64 years, Helen Watts, one daughter, Debbie (Randy) Bates, two sons, Keith (Carol) Watts and Jayson (Crystal) Watts; two sisters, Polly Ray and Glenda Bates; grandchildren, Wesley (Misty) Watts, Phillip (Sally) Watts, Casey (Morgan) Watts, Meagan (Erik) Keese, Nicholas (Kristina) Watts, Kaleb Watts, Courtney (Dillon) Jarrett; great-grandchildren, Bailey and Addie Watts, Ella and Cohen Watts, Lydia and London Watts, and Colt Keese.
Jack was a long-time member of New Hope No.2 Baptist Church, married to the love of his life, January 14, 1953. After getting drafted into the army he served in the Korean Conflict. When he got home from serving our country he worked for Burgess Construction Company hauling heavy equipment all over Alabama. After that, he was an instructor at Wallace State Community College, teaching diesel and heavy equipment, all the while running a cattle operation at home. Jack received his Bachelor’s degree from Athens State University in business while working at USBI in Huntsville, AL. After retiring he opened his own Tack and Saddle Shop where he built and repaired many saddles. Everyone that knew him knew he always had a story to tell, and a laugh to give, along with a pocket full of candy. He taught his kids and grandkids that working hard and being honest was everything, but don’t forget to have some fun along the way.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Comfort Care Hospice of Cullman, AL.
The family will receive friends Saturday from 1-2 p.m.
Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.cullmanfuneralhome.com
