Bobby Watts, Sr. answered the call of Jesus to come home on August 28th, 2025, at the age of 90.  He died in his home in Ashland where he was lovingly attended by his children, grandchildren, and siblings.  Bobby is survived by his children, Cheryl Clawson (spouse Steve) and Stephen Watts (spouse Leslie); his daughter in law, Linda Watts; his grandchildren: Steven, Sammy, Scott, Stuart, Jonathan, Kelly, Alex, Ben, Matthew, Luke and Karen; along with 14 great grandchildren; his siblings, Edna Cheatwood, Pat Toms and Sam Watts (spouse Charla); and numerous nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Faye Watts; his oldest son, Bobby Watts Jr.; and his grandson, Stephen (Stevie) Watts.

Bobby was born to J.C. and Lucille Watts on October 13, 1934, in Shreveport, Louisiana.  He was the oldest of 4 children.  Bobby would tell you as a child the outdoors was his playground.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting and swimming in the creek.  He was on his high school basketball team and his first job was working on the Saline watermelon patch.

Bobby met his wife of 69 years, Faye Watts, at the parish fair in 1952 and they were married on April 30, 1953.  Soon afterward they travelled to Baton Rouge and later Dutchtown where they raised their children.  Following their retirement 25 years ago, they returned to live in Ashland with their beloved family and friends.  Bobby was a member of Ashland Baptist Church where he served as deacon and was known for his wise leadership and beautifully spoken prayers.  Bobby was a devoted brother, husband, father and uncle who will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.

Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025 at Ashland Baptist Church from 9:30 AM until time of service.  Funeral services are set to begin at 11:00 AM with Brother Jonathan Watts officiating.  Burial will follow in Old Saline Cemetery under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home.

Serving the family as pallbearers will be Matthew Watts, Luke Watts, Steven Clawson, Sammy Clawson, Scott Clawson, Stuart Clawson, Logan Watts and Colton Watts.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made to the Ashland Baptist Church Youth Fund in Mr. Bobby's memory.