Gary Lee Watts, 73 of Louisville, passed away peacefully March 15, 2019. He was the son of the late Leslie and Inez Watts. Gary served in the U.S. Navy for 6 years, and he was stationed on the USS Forrestal CVA 59. He worked as a pit boss at Horseshoe Casino. Gary was a devoted member at Guardian Angel Catholic Church for over 50 years.
In addition to his parents, Gary is preceded in death by his brother: William F. “Bill” Watts.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years: Clara Watts; his children: Todd (Stacy) Watts and Christie (David) Gross; his grandchildren: Jarrett Hill, Kali Gross, Addie Gross, Brian Watts, and Hayden Watts; his great-granddaughter: Rylee Malone; his sisters: Betty Bottorff and Judy (Mike) Frey; his sister-in-law: Patricia Watts; and many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the American Diabetes Association 2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900 Arlington, VA 22202 and the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123.
Funeral services will be 12 PM Thursday, March 21, 2019 at Arch L Heady at Resthaven Funeral Home 4400 Bardstown Rd Louisville, KY 40218. Visitation will be 3-8 PM Wednesday, March 20, 2019 and 10-12 Thursday prior to the service. Graveside services will be private.
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