Charles Watts, Sr.

Mr. Charles H. Watts, Sr. age 91, and longtime resident of Pelahatchie, passed away on September 23, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family, and his wife of 67 years at his side.

Funeral services will begin at 3:00 pm on Monday, September 27, 2021 from the Rehobeth Baptist Church. Interment will follow with military honors rendered by the United States Navy Funeral Honor Guard in the Rehobeth Cemetery under the direction of Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Morton.

Visitation will begin two hours prior to the services at the church on Monday.

Mr. Watts was a Christian by testimony of his faith and a member of Rehobeth Baptist Church, where he served as deacon. Fishing and hunting were favorite past times and he will be remembered for always being willing and wanting to help others. He also served his country in the United States Navy and was a proud veteran of the Korean War.

He is preceded in death by one daughter: Robin Robinson; one grandson: Charles Earl Langley; his parents: John and Letha M. Nations Watts, and all of his siblings.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Edna Morris Watts; four children: Charles Watts, Jr., Barry Watts, Ricky (Angela) Watts, and Elizabeth Watts; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and a host of other family and friends.