"Bev, I was sorry to read about Larry. Please accept my sympathies. May the hope of Christ's resurrection comfort and sustain you. Grace & peace, Jim"
In loving memory of
Larry Watts
September 14, 1948 - March 11, 2017
Williamsburg- Larry Watts was born September 14, 1948 in Williamsburg, Iowa, the son of Stan and Elizabeth "Betty" (Nicholas) Watts. He graduated from Williamsburg High School in 1966 and Iowa State University in 1971. During the Vietnam War era he served in the Army Reserves for 6 years. Larry was united in marriage to Beverly Jean Miller on November 29, 1969 at the United Church of Christ in Wheatland, Iowa. After college Larry returned to Williamsburg to work with his dad at the Lumber Store from 1971-1977. In 1977 he and Bev purchased the Coast to Coast Store now known as ACE Hardware. Together they have owned and operated ACE for 40 years. Larry was very active in the community serving on the Williamsburg Fire Department, City Council, former President of Williamsburg Chamber, City Development Corporation and Elderly Housing. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and served as an elder. He was also a member of A.M.A and W.W.H.A. Larry enjoyed spending time with his family, riding his motorcycle, horseback riding, golfing, fishing, camping, hunting, traveling, snow skiing and boating. Larry passed away with his family by his side on Saturday, March 11, 2017 at his home at the age of 68 years.
He is survived by his wife Bev; a son: Andy (Sabrina) Watts of Waseca, MN; a daughter: Rose (John) Driscoll of Williamsburg; two grandchildren: Jack and Katie Driscoll; two sisters: Barb Zimmerman of Paxton, IL and Kay Frahm of Grayslake, IL; father and mother-in-law: Robert and Helen Miller of Dixon; sister-in-law: Betty (Jim) Engel of Springfield, OH; a brother-in-law: Kevin (Jill) Miller of Dixon and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Sandy McElhenie.
Celebration of Life Service will be 10:30 am Friday, March 17, 2017 at the First Presbyterian Church in Williamsburg. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at the Powell Funeral Home in Williamsburg. Memorials are for the First Presbyterian Church, Hospice Compassus of Cedar Rapids, The Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center or Children's Miracle Network. Messages and tributes may be left at www.powellfuneralhomes.com.
Tributes
"My deepest sympathies to you at this time of your loss. May the Lord give you Peace."
"Bev and Family, Wishing you peace to bring comfort and courage to face the days ahead. Larry will definitely be missed."
"Our sympathy, sorry for your loss"
"Our prayers and thoughts are with you all, Larry was a good guy and will miss seeing him around. Take care!"
"Bev & family, please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry to hear of Larry's passing."
"Bev and family, We were sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless"
"Please accept our deepest sympathy, Bev for you and your family. It was a bonus for the Burg when Larry moved you there - so sorry to miss you last summer. May your memories of the happy times help you now -take care - Lamms "
"Bev, Andy, Rose and families Sorry to hear of your loss. Larry was a very special person to many. You will be in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time, now and in the future. May your memories comfort you. Todd and Connie McMenomy"
"We are very sorry to hear about Larry's passing. We will remember him in our prayers."
"My condolences to the family at this most difficult time. Losing someone you love is never easy. May God provide you the strength needed now and in the days ahead. (Isaiah 12:2) May you draw encouragement from God's word and may it comfort you along with your many happy memories. (2 Corinthians 1:3,4) "
"Sympathies to all of you. To Bev, Andy and Rosie... my heart goes out to you all. Memories of visits with Shirley to Elizabeth's home and how she was always so glad you lived close. A very devoted family man. Cared about people and helping them in the store. I called Jeff and told him and he expressed his care and love for you, too. Barb and Kay, sorry for the loss of a great brother. Love to you all from the Grimes family and myself. Will be thinking of you all."
"So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are prayers are with you in this very difficult time. I hope it brings some comfort knowing that he walks with Jesus in love and light. "
"MY Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family this difficult time in your lives I always had fun with Larry whether it was riding motorcycle or thrown down a few at the Sundown Lounge I will greatly miss Larry he was a true friend with a great sense of humor. Love and prayers SKI from Michigan"
"Sorry for you lose, Larry was a good friend and will be missed."
"Bev and Family, We are so sorry to hear about Larry.You all have our deepest sympathy."
"Bev and all of family, so sorry to hear this. Prayers for comfort."
"Bev & Family, We are so sorry to hear about Larry's passing. We send our deepest sympathy. We pray for comfort for you and all the family."
"Bev and family, so sorry to hear hear about your loss. It was always a pleasure to talk to Larry, he was really a great guy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Mike and Sheri Tobin"
"Bev and family: I am so sorry to read of Larry's passing. I extend my sympathy to all of you. Larry was a caring individual and will be missed by many. We certainly missed both of you at our reunion last July. Lois Bair"