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Irene Watts Obituary

Watts, Irene H. age 82, died on August 25, 2009, she is survived by her husband of 44 years Leon Watts, and children, Marguerite, Leon Jr., May, Denise, and Glynis, and grandchildren, Edgar Jr., Mariah, Leroy Jr., Ciara, and Malii, and a host of relatives and friends. She was a Chicago Public School Teacher until retirement. She enjoyed playing bridge and teaching piano, later joining several bridge clubs and music clubs for composers of music. Services are being held at Robey Park Manor Funeral Home, 2510 Chicago Road, Chicago Heights, IL. Visitation is on Sunday, August 30th from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., funeral 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., repass starting at 7:00 p.m. We will gather at 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 31st, for the graveside interment proceed to Lincoln Cemetery in Elwood. 708-527-5566

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 28, 2009.

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Terrye King

September 18, 2009

I was extremely heartbroken when I heard of this news. My prayers and heartfelt sympathy is extended to the surviving family members. She will always be remembered lovingly.

August 29, 2009

May God continue to bless and keep the Watts family.
Cynthia Wright

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