Norman F. Watts, age 81, of Media and formerly of Millville, passed away on Saturday, September 8, 2018, at his residence. Norman was a resident of his home in Media for over 50 years.
He was born on Saturday, June 5, 1937 in Williamsport, a son of the late John H. and Grace (Gower) Watts. Throughout his younger years, Norman attended the Millville area schools, and later graduated from the Millville High School in 1955. As a youngster, Norman earned his Eagle Scout badge with the B.S.A. Norman expanded his education by attending Bloomsburg University, receiving a BS Degree in 1959 and a MA Degree in 1966. He faithfully served with the U.S. Army during the 1960's with the Civil Affairs Unit for the Island of Cypress. For over 30 years, Norman was a teacher at Upper Darby High School where he taught economics, government, criminal justice, business management, stock market projects and various other business subjects. Norman was the owner of Watts Investments for 50 years beginning in 1968 and was featured in Forbes Magazine in 2014 as well as a 5 Star Wealth Manager in Philadelphia Magazine. Norman was a Past President of Central Delaware County Rotary Club, a member of the Rotary Club of Wayne, Past President of the Upper Darby Township Square Club, member of Gundaker Foundation, a member of Greenwood Valley Hunting Club, Lansdowne Masonic Lodge #711 F&AM, Salvation Army Advisory Board of the Chester Corp. and the American Legion Post #564 of Millville.
Norman started the Millville Community Foundation, Inc. in 2012 that is dedicated to supporting grassroots organizations benefiting Millville. He was the founder of Watts Investments Research Center of Bloomsburg University and the Julie A Watts & Norman F. Watts Charitable Remainder Unitrust scholarships. He enjoyed spending his time dancing, hunting, fishing, playing golf, sports and playing poker. Norman traveled the world with his wife Julie, he loved the Fourth of July and the Millville carnival. He was known for saying "It Is What It Is".
In addition to his parents, Norman was also preceded by his loving wife the former Julie Ann (Hoffman) in 2005, a daughter, Laura Watts in 1981, a sister, Sarah "Sally" Roberts in 2018, and a brother, John Lloyd Watts in 2013.
He was the last member of his immediate family. Survivors include four nieces; Lori Roberts, Juli Roberts, Cheryl Watts and Linda Watts.
A time of Visitation for family and friends will be held on Wednesday, September 12, 2018 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Cavanagh Patterson Family Funeral Homes, Inc., 43 East Baltimore Ave., Media, PA. Masonic services will be provided by the Lansdowne Lodge #711 F&AM at 8:00 pm. Friends and family will also be received on Thursday September 13, 2018, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the Allen Funeral Home, Inc. 107 West Main at Railroad Streets, Millville. Masonic services will be provided by the Oriental Lodge #460 F&AM, Orangeville at 11:00 am.
Graveside committal services will immediately follow in the Millville Cemetery. Military honors will be presented by a combined V.F.W. and American Legion groups. The Allen Funeral Home, Inc., 107 West Main St., Millville is honored to be serving the Watts family.
Memorial contributions in Norman's name are suggested to: Millville Community Foundation, Inc., PO Box 533, Millville, PA 17846. Friends and family wishing to send a memorial gift, share a personal memory or offer condolences to the family, a Memorial Tribute Page in Norman's honor and a Sympathy Store are available at www.Allen FuneralHome.com.