Of Alexandria, Virginia, daughter of Herbert Williams and Joan Herring, passed away peacefully at home, with her children present, on Saturday, January 31, 2021. She was 92 years young. Anyone who knew would agree. She was born on January 5, 1929 in London, England, graduated high school from Hollywood High School, and held a BA from UC Berkeley. In 1952, she married Joseph Charles Watts Jr., who preceded her in death in 2001. Diane had many friends with common interests such as the Yacht Haven Garden Club, AAUW, League of Women Voters, and the Mt. Vernon Ladies Auxiliary, to name a few. She was a true friend to all who knew her.
Diane is survived by her two children, Kimberley Watts Sherrett of Longwood, Florida, and Christopher James Watts of Alexandria, Virginia, two grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She will be laid to rest with her husband in Arlington National Cemetery privately. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in Diane’s name to a charity of your choice.
