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Friday, June 20, 2025
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Loyd Louis Watts passed away on May 11, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born on December 5, 1944, in Helena, Arkansas to Alvin and Ester (Fannon) Watts.
Loyd retired from La Tourneau where he worked in maintenance at the steel mill for many years.
Outside of work, Loyd cherished his time with his children and grandchildren. They were the joy of his life, and he loved spending time with them, creating wonderful memories that would last a lifetime.
Loyd is survived by his wife, Jana; sons, Dewayne Watts, Donald Watts (Lisa) and James Hanson, Jr.; daughters, Amy Piersall, Monica Hardy and Marci Smith; brothers, Lawton Watts and Alvin Watts, Jr.; sister, Joyce Summerhill; 13 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.
A private graveside service was held at Sunset Memorial Park in Gilmer.
A Celebration of Life will be held June 20, 2025, at Croley Funeral Home in Gilmer at 4:00 PM.
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