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Betty Watts Obituary

Betty Callegan Watts, age 82, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on February 13, 2018. Betty is survived by her husband, Robert C. Watts; her children, Cathy and August Bucher of Denham Springs, Barbara and Barry Sanders of Baton Rouge, Deborah and David Burnaman of Zachary, and Karen and Martin Benford of Baton Rouge; six grandchildren, Brandy, Brent, Brittany, Bailey, Amanda and Angela; and seven great-grandchildren, Audrey, Haley, Riley, Adam, Brock, Abigail, and Jayce. She is preceded in death by her parents, Paul S. and Amanda Callegan; and her brother, Andrew Wesley Callegan. Visitation will be held at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA on Saturday, February 17, 2018 from 12:30 pm until funeral services at 2:30 pm. Burial will immediately follow in Resthaven Gardens of Memory. Pallbearers will be August Bucher, David Burnaman, Martin Benford, Beau Boudreaux, Bob LaCour, and Brent Pinson. Honorary pallbearer will be Barry Sanders. The family of Betty Watts wishes to extend our sincere thanks to MICU at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook or leave a personal note to the family at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 14 to Feb. 17, 2018.
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It is with great sadness for the loss of your mom...... my prayers are with you and your family at this time..

Mellie Becnel

February 19, 2018

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February 16, 2018

I am so sorry to hear about Mrs. Watts passing. Praying that God will comfort each of your hearts.

Theresa Fussell Dove

February 15, 2018

Sincere condolences to the family for your loss. You all were truly blessed to have shared so many beautiful memories and good times together. May the God of all comfort sustain each of you during this difficult time.

Juanita

February 15, 2018

Paul and I are sorry to hear of your mother's passing. May her memories be with you always.

Paul and Denise Reulet

February 15, 2018

My deepest condolences on the lost of your Mom. My prayers are with all the family.

Lorraine Moore

February 15, 2018

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