John Edward Watts
July 3, 1974 ~ June 14, 2021
John Edward Watts Jr., 46, of Columbus, passed away June 14, 2021 at Columbus Regional Hospital.
John was born July 3, 1974 in Louisville, the son of John E. Sr. and Shirley Couch Watts. He married Heather Ann Thixton Ketchum on March 20, 2021.
John was an animal lover, loved watching wrestling, occasionally played video games, enjoyed fishing, camping, and spending time outdoors. He especially loved spending time with his granddaughter Nemisis.
John is survived by his wife; his father John E. Watts Sr.; his son John E. Watts III of Irvington, Kentucky; step children Kolby J.D. (Saskia) Ketchum and Jazmyn R. Ketchum both of Columbus, and Mykel A. Ketchum of Carmel; granddaughter Nemisis R. Ketchum; as well as brothers Jayson Watts of Hanover and Jeff Watts of Columbus.
He was preceded in death by his mother Shirley Couch; as well as a sister Maryanne Couch.
The funeral service will be at 6:00 p.m. Friday June 18, 2021 at the Jewell – Rittman Family Funeral Home with Rev. Marcus Speer officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until time of services Friday.
Memorials may be made to the Ronald McDonald House thru the funeral home.
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Johnny was a good friend to everyone. I remember when my son, Bobby, and I and Johnny and his Dad went fishing (many times). We were all in a 14 foot john boat and we actually caught quite a few. We did this often. Johnny and Bobby and some other friends would pile into the back of my pickup truck with a topper and we visited haunted houses during Halloween. Bobby and Johnny were best buddies in boy scouts and most of their lives. Johnny was always there – a good man and friend. They sure had good times together. I remember when Johnny had a broken arm – it did not slow him down even a little bit. He was one of the good ones and it was an honor to have spent time with him. He was always respectful and helpful and would always show a warm smile. See you soon my friend. Bob Matthews
Bob Matthews, Stephanie, Bobby III purchased the Blue Caribbean Bouquet for the family of John Edward Watts.