Cruz M. Watts Obituary
We bid farewell to Cruz M. Watts of Effingham, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 1, 2025 at the age of 18. Cruz touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Cruz M. Watts to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his brother Zac; his grandfathers, Kent Tieffel and Tommy Watts; his aunts, Rhonda Conner and Connie Watts; and his uncle Michael Watts.
He is survived by: his parents, Jill N. Tieffel and Tommy G. Watts (Greg); his siblings, Savana Watts, Elizabeth Watts and Teryn Beckler; his grandparents, Belinda, Sonny Uptmor and Dolores "Lori" Watts; his great-grandparent Joyce Kreke; his aunt Jodi VanScyoc; his uncles, Mitch Tieffel and Jeffrey Watts; his nieces, Jacie and Kacee Jewell; and his nephew Emmitt Noffke. He is also survived by numerous cousins and friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 5th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Johnson Funeral Home (1110 N 4th St, Effingham, IL 62401). A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 5th 2025 at 5:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorials may be made to his boxing gym Luyando Boxing and Fitness in Champaign, IL.
