Cecile K. Watts, 99, died on Sept. 23, 2023, in Brady.
A graveside service was held at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lampasas on Sept. 28 at 10 a.m. Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel had charge of arrangements.
Cecile was born on Oct. 25, 1923, in Santa Anna to David and Zetha Thomas.
She grew up in Trickham and graduated from Santa Anna High School in 1941.
Cecile married Carroll Watts on May 2, 1942 in Santa Anna. They moved to Lampasas in 1948 and built their life with their children Sue and Randy.
Cecile loved to travel with her husband and friends and spend time with her family.
She was a lifelong member of First Presbyterian Church in Lampasas and served as a deacon and treasurer for many years. She volunteered with many organizations and was a mentor to several students in Lampasas schools. She also was an excellent artist and loved to paint landscapes and wildflowers.
Cecile was preceded in death by her husband, Carroll.
She is survived by her children Sue (Carl) Roe of Brady, and Randy (Jan) Watts of Austin; grandchildren Tommy, Rusty, Cheryl and Max; and great-grandchildren Megan, Rebecca, Mason, Pacie and Samantha.
Memorial donations may be made to the Presbyterian Children’s Home in South Austin, at 5920 W. William Cannon Dr., Building 3 - Suite 100, Austin, TX 78749.
