Shirley Ann (Kasik) Watts
February 17, 2009
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Shirley Ann (Kasik) Watts, 73, passed away on February 17, 2009. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 20, at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines, Iowa from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be on Saturday, February 21, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1627 Grand Ave., West Des Moines, Iowa at 11:00 a.m.
Shirley was born on May 3, 1935 to Helen and Joseph Kasik in Mason City, Iowa. She graduated from Mason City High and was joined in marriage to Lester Watts in the summer of 1953. They were blessed with three children, Bradley, Jackie and JoEllen. Shirley worked for U.S. West for almost 20 years and was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. She most recently worked for The Lodge of Ashworth in Administration.
Shirley’s first priority and favorite pastime was spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was an incredibly kind, fun-loving soul with a wonderfully cheerful smile. You could always count on Shirley.
She loved to socialize and she never knew a stranger. She enjoyed her pets, a good margarita, a great game of cards, and a sunset in the Texas Hill Country.
She is survived by her son, Bradley (Mary) Watts of Dallas, TX; daughters, Jackie (Bill Schaefer) Watts of West Des Moines and JoEllen Watts of Clive; her former husband, Lester (Judy) Watts of Clive; grandchildren, Amelia and Madeleine Watts, Ryan Gist, Maria, Michael and Katherine Diaz; six great-grandchildren; sister, Betty (George) Pierson of Mason City; numerous nieces and nephews. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents.
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Tammy Grouette,Vicki Bramsen, & Dawn Branstad
02/19/2009
To Shirley's Family,
We had the privelege of being introduced to Shirley a few weeks ago when she was in Mason City for George & Betty's 50th anniversary.It's fair to say that even tho we had just met we all left that day feeling like we had known her forever.She talked about her children & grandchildren and how much joy and happiness they had brought into her life.So because Shirley made our day & also managed to touch our hearts in just those few short hours our hearts, thoughts,& prayers go out to all of you during this most difficult time. Shirley's passing leaves us & so many others with great sadness and sorrow but it also teaches us how life is short and how precious each day truly is. You are a caring faily & your close bond with Shirley will keep her close & in your heart's forever until you meet again.
Mary Griffiths
02/19/2009
To Shirley's Family--your mother was a great person, very caring and loving. Her first concern was her family and she loved each and everyone of you! Please know that your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish all the great memories that you have of your mom! With much sympathy, Mary a co-worker from the Lodge of Ashworth.