Ernest Lee Watts, 102, of Lawrenceburg, formerly of Michigan passed away March 6, 2018 in Frankfort, KY. Born May 20, 1915 in West Virginia, Mr. Watts was the son of the late James Garfield Watts and Rose Pearl Benson Watts.

Along with his parents, Mr. Watts was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Eloise Funk Watts, and four sisters and two brothers.

Mr. Watts retired as machinist for Federal Mogul Corporation in Coldwater, Michigan. He served his country during W.W. II as a Seaman First Class in the U.S. Navy.

He is survived by his three children, Marcia Kay Dibert of Lawrenceburg, Linda Lee (Michael) Smith of Pierce, AZ, and Alan Dean (Tiffanie) Watts of Bronson, MI; 9 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren.

Mr. Watts chose cremation. No public services will be held.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home. Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.ritchieandpeach.com .