Betty J. Watts Obituary

The family of Betty J. Watts (Springfield, Missouri) announces her passing on September 23, 2026. Betty, born on August 15, 1928, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Betty J. Watts to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Edith Ledbetter Rardin and Roy Dale Rardin; her sisters, Beaulah Snider, Cleo Christian, Marie Ledgerwood and Lura Scoville; her husband John R. Watts; and her daughter Geneva Beth Tracy.

She is survived by: her grandsons, Dan Brannock (Tawanna) of Texas and Erin Adair (Amanda) of Colorado; and her great grandchildren, Ashton, Layne Adair and Paige Killingsworth. She is also survived by many other family members and friends.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 10th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Klingner-Cope Family Funeral Home at White Chapel (5234 State Hwy EE, Springfield, MO 65802). A burial will be held on Saturday, October 10th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the White Chapel Memorial Gardens Cemetery (5234 State Hwy EE, Springfield, MO 65802).