John Richard (Dickie) Watts, 73, of Southern Pines, died on December 24, 2024. He was born in Spartanburg, SC on May 25, 1950. He was the fourth child of Col. (Ret.) Gene Watts and Katie Watts. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Gene and Roger Watts. He is survived by four sisters Pam Garty, Marianne Nicholson, Kathy Reid, and Lizzie Watts. He is also survived by niece Kathleen O’Brien and honorary brother Larry Evans and seven other nieces and nephews.
He was a kind, compassionate person with a quick wit and great of sense of humor. He had a special love for animals, especially his cats. He had a very competitive spirit and was a great athlete who enjoyed playing all sports, especially golf, pool, darts, and basketball. He also thoroughly enjoyed playing cards and winning.
He graduated from East Southern Pines High School and Sandhills Community College. He worked many years in management in the automobile industry in Raleigh, NC.
He will be sorely missed by his family, friends, and partners in crime.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sandhills Cat Coalition at P. O. Box 4541, Pinehurst, NC 28374, or any charity of your choice.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
Online condolences may be made at www.bolesfuneralhome.com.
Service arrangements are entrusted to Boles Funeral Home.
