A candle was lit by David H. on August 17, 2017 11:12 PM

A candle was lit by Bob and Carolyn Golden! RIP friend! on March 28, 2017 6:40 PM

A candle was lit by Kimberly Dortch Perry on March 27, 2017 8:47 PM

A candle was lit by Lyn Giddings Kousek on March 25, 2017 11:49 PM

A candle was lit by Wendy Smith Weis on March 25, 2017 6:56 PM

A candle was lit by Teresa Hurst Porter on March 24, 2017 6:08 PM

A candle was lit by Jan on March 24, 2017 5:29 PM

A candle was lit by Sean and Donna Grimes on March 24, 2017 8:14 AM

A candle was lit by Andy Buhler on March 23, 2017 9:46 PM

A candle was lit by Andy Buhler on March 23, 2017 9:32 PM

A candle was lit by Vickie Allen on March 23, 2017 8:57 PM

A candle was lit by Betty Tom on March 23, 2017 8:55 PM

Message from Rosalind and George Kurita

We were so sorry to hear this sad news. Rip was such a great guy. He will be missed by so many people.

Message from Karen and Johnny Meacham

Rip is a true Clarksville treasure who lived up to his name. What a gentleman with a smile, laugh, kind word, or funny story for everyone. He cared about all of us and we felt it. I know how much he loved all of his family and he definitely felt your love in return. Rip will be remembered forever and missed by many. He touched our hearts and lives.

A candle was lit by The Meachams...Karen, Johnny, Jenny, Lennon on March 23, 2017 5:25 PM

A candle was lit by Don and Linda Mckinley Teasley and Family on March 23, 2017 4:38 PM

A candle was lit by Jane Russell on March 23, 2017 3:17 PM

Message from Mickey jerles

The good times we had growing up will always be cherished in my heart. Rip your leaving to soon but your memory will be forever. Certainly will miss ya big guy. Loved ya..RIP my dear friend. God speed..

A candle was lit by Mickey Jerles on March 23, 2017 3:08 PM

A candle was lit by Mickey Jerles on March 23, 2017 3:01 PM

A candle was lit by Larry & Brenda Lutz on March 23, 2017 2:55 PM

A candle was lit by Mary Jay Montgomery on March 23, 2017 1:37 PM

Message from David R & Sheila L Dority

Always had a hello for me when I saw him. A good person with a good heart.

A candle was lit by Ron Dayley on March 23, 2017 10:01 AM

Message from Derek Crass

Rip,
So many memories........ "Big Five Elementary Club" member, all the ball games.
Clearview Drive neighbors. Always one of the Crass and Newhouse families' favorites.
Miss you brother! Derek

Rip, my heart is broken.....I will never forget you! Paula

A candle was lit by Cooper and Carol Beazley on March 23, 2017 9:32 AM

A candle was lit by Denise (Denny) Edwards Freeman on March 22, 2017 9:08 PM

A candle was lit by Susan Grant (Scott) Brewington on March 22, 2017 4:52 PM

Message from Hannah S., Kari. A

We are deeply saddened to hear of Rip's passing. What a sweet man who always made us smile! He was always sending us flowers at the dental office we work as a kind gesture and a thank you. You will be missed Rip!

A candle was lit by Jenifer gobel on March 22, 2017 3:46 PM

A candle was lit by Janis Maynard Waters on March 22, 2017 3:32 PM

Message from Lynn Tucker

Rip was always so full of life. The last time I saw him was at a class reunion, where he did a very good impersonation of Rod Stewart. He was always good at making people feel included in whatever was going on. Rip will be missed.

A candle was lit by Cherry Harris Shetler on March 22, 2017 10:55 AM

A candle was lit by Patti Crouch Johnson on March 22, 2017 10:38 AM

A candle was lit by Yulanda Rogers on March 22, 2017 10:18 AM

A candle was lit by Dottie Walton Miner on March 22, 2017 8:43 AM

Message from Kathy Wright

He is a angel looking down on us with a smile on his face, he always told me his banana pudding was better than mine and I never got to try it. I saw Rip the last time at Johnny's Big Burger and he thanked me for stopping him and speaking. He sure will be missed by all that knew him. Rest in Peace Rip

A candle was lit by Kathy Wright on March 22, 2017 8:04 AM

A candle was lit by Peggy Castle Larimore on March 22, 2017 7:01 AM

A candle was lit by Debbie Roberts-Francis on March 22, 2017 6:21 AM

A candle was lit by Anna and Barry Murray on March 22, 2017 6:09 AM

Message from Kim McPherson

Conner, my deepest condolences to you and your family!

A candle was lit by Johnny Wooten & Rise" Mikolsjewski on March 22, 2017 12:00 AM

Message from Peggy Castle Larimore

Rip may you rest in peace. You were so much a part of Clarksville, known by so many. God bless you and always be with you . You will be missed my friend.

Message from Davey B. Ruth Magnolia Motors Corinth,MS

I met Rip in 1984 at Nashville Auto Auction. We each started our car dealerships that year and we each loved Corvettes. We bought from and sold to each other for decades. We had many great visits at NAA and Knoxville Corvette Expo. Rip was always a gentleman and a man of his word. I will miss him.

Message from Laura Vaden

Such a great guy! So friendly and outgoing. And that smile....like many have said would light up a room! So glad we crossed paths in this life. May peace surround the hearts and minds of the Watts family. Love to you.

Laura Vaden

Message from Kathy Hamilton

. Rip always had a smile on his face, an infectious smile and wit that just lit up a room. He will be missed by any and all whose path he ever crossed, Rip was one of those people when you met him, you never forgot him. My deepest sympathies to his boys, to Sandra, to Murray Dale and to his Family members and those close to him. A light in Clarksville has gone dim, prayers, love and hugs to all.

Message from Bill Grimsley

I have fond memories of sitting on the hill at Newhouse's Drive-In with Rip and the guys when we were in highschool, that will stay with me forever. My condolences to his family.

A candle was lit by Laura and Larry Vaden on March 21, 2017 9:16 PM

A candle was lit by Sally Terrell Perkins on March 21, 2017 8:58 PM

Message from Ron Scott

Rip we spent many time times together fighting the same fight .You will always be in our hearts and remembered for your will to fight .Sometime our fight is much more than anyone can handle so with that said is all we have is today and there is no promise for tomorrow .Your name said it all RIP !

A candle was lit by Ron and Kim Scott on March 21, 2017 8:03 PM

A candle was lit by Marilyn Meador on March 21, 2017 7:51 PM

Message from Debbie Rau Craft

My heart goes out to the family, He was a awesome guy and a great friend, I met him in 1998 thru my late husband ( Crazy Larry) You will be sadly missed by all.

Message from Steve Gosney

Rip was a life long friend to me, not to be forgotten!! He will rest in my memories forever!
Steve Gosney

A candle was lit by Debbie Rau Craft on March 21, 2017 6:16 PM

A candle was lit by Joe Jenkins on March 21, 2017 5:50 PM

A candle was lit by Rick Jenkins on March 21, 2017 5:49 PM

A candle was lit by Karen Duke-Burns on March 21, 2017 5:23 PM

A candle was lit by Jerry EDWARDS on March 21, 2017 5:16 PM

A candle was lit by Jill Turner Crow on March 21, 2017 5:09 PM

A candle was lit by Betsy Edwards on March 21, 2017 4:51 PM

A candle was lit by Susan Shepard Duffey on March 21, 2017 4:23 PM

A candle was lit by Susan Shepard Duffey on March 21, 2017 4:10 PM

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So sorry to hear this sad news. Rip and I went to college together and worked at Tapes 'n' Threads together. He was funny man and a crazy water skier! He will be missed.

Thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Message from David Hults

Hey Susan. Can you believe Rip and Huck are gone...? I just found out about Rip. Blows me away. What a great summer we had at T&T. 1975. The very height of the stoner generation. And you, Huck, Rip and me were in the middle of it. Such a great time to be young, so much different now,

A candle was lit by Becky Balthrop on March 21, 2017 3:47 PM

A candle was lit by Jennifer Halley on March 21, 2017 1:41 PM

Message from Bill Coke

I'm very sorry to learn of Rip's passing. I'm glad our paths passed in life. Rip was infectious with his outstanding personality and a smile that could light the darkest of rooms. Loved people; never met a stranger. Always glad to call him a friend. We also spent a lot of time talking about our most common favorite subject...Corvettes! Rest in peace Rip. Sometimes people make the statement and mean well in saying you will be missed. Rip you are missed!

Expression of Sympathy

A DIGNITY IN WHITE was ordered on March 21, 2017

A candle was lit by Alicia Bennett on March 21, 2017 1:05 PM

Message from Susan Holt Dean

Grew up on Clearview Drive with Rip and we went to all the same schools. We both graduated CHS Class of 1970. Rip was a great guy with an extra special heart. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. See you in heaven!

A candle was lit by Kathy Combs-Riggins on March 21, 2017 12:50 PM

A candle was lit by Tonya Bryant Jennings on March 21, 2017 12:50 PM

A candle was lit by Vicki Sayle Melson on March 21, 2017 12:43 PM

Message from Donna Taft Kurz

Thinking of all of you with sadness upon the loss of your brother. Within your close, strong family, you will each be a source of great comfort and support for one another.. My heart is with you...

A candle was lit by Susan Holt Dean on March 21, 2017 12:30 PM

A candle was lit by Dottie Mc Coy. on March 21, 2017 12:27 PM

Message from Dottie McCoy

Rip and I worked together at First National Bank in St. B.. Rip brightened up our day when he walked through the door. Always smiling and was such a gentleman. Our dear friend Rip Watts will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace. Amen

Message from Trish Fuqua Hurt

On behalf of myself and all members of Clarksville High School In Memory Group-Facebook, we send our deepest sympathies to your family. God bless you all during this very sad time in your lives!

A candle was lit by Donna Taft Kurz on March 21, 2017 12:24 PM

A candle was lit by Gail Daniel on March 21, 2017 12:20 PM

A candle was lit by Dottie McCoy on March 21, 2017 12:19 PM

A candle was lit by Michael and Claudia Rankin on March 21, 2017 11:33 AM

Message from Belinda Pigue Chadwell

Your friendship, your smile, your thoughtfulness and the 12 long stem red roses will be held forever held in my heart, especially the reason why! Thank you Rip for being there for me! Love you always.

A candle was lit by Susan & Dickie Harris on March 21, 2017 11:02 AM

A candle was lit by Belinda Pigue Chadwell on March 21, 2017 11:00 AM

Message from Betty Glass Leimer

RIP - Rip my colleague and friend.

A candle was lit by Tommy & Mary Grant on March 21, 2017 9:51 AM

A candle was lit by Ken and Kathy Spiceland on March 21, 2017 9:47 AM

Message from Robbye Davenport Noonan

Such Sad News! I have such fond memories of Rip and his beautiful smile.
My dad , Pete, loved when Rip came into the store. He would light up the room.
The entire Watts family is in my thoughts and prayers.

A candle was lit by Connie Goad Monroe on March 21, 2017 9:37 AM

Message from Joe Dozirr

Share The Land ole' friend. Meet you on the other side. joe

A candle was lit by Cecil and Mary Beth Morgan on March 21, 2017 9:19 AM

A candle was lit by Joe & Shelia Dozier on March 21, 2017 8:41 AM

Message from Garry Thompson

Great Guy. Deepest feelings for the family

A candle was lit by Garry Thompson on March 21, 2017 8:38 AM

Message from Rita Suiter

I'm blessed to have known Rip. He was always the life of the party everywhere he went and loved by all! A great classmate to all of us! RIP RAW! Thankful our paths crossed!

A candle was lit by Mary Evelyn and Johnny Locklear on March 21, 2017 8:29 AM

A candle was lit by Teresa & Danny Tinsley on March 21, 2017 7:37 AM

Message from Thomas W Rigsby, MD

I will always remember Rip as the nicest gut who ever graduated from Clarksville High. I am so sorry he has gone at such a young age. He was one of a kind.

Message from Connie Marable

To the Family and Friends of " Rip Watts",

Rip, you were always such a good Friend. Your smile and laughter was contagious.
You never met a stranger. We can still smile just to think about you and we will.
You are someone very Special to so many and you will never be forgotten.
"We will Remember You " !
To your Family those of us who were a Friend of yours...
May God give us all comfort and peace at this time as only he can do.
May theLove and life that you shared with all of us bring us a smile each time we think of you and we will always hold a Special place in our Hearts for "You" !!!
God bless your Children and Family ...Special Prayers for each of you I send your way.

May you "Rest In Peace"...Know you were Loved by so many ,"Rip"..
We will miss you so very much ! You are someone we will never forget ! Thank you for being just who you were !

Connie Marable.

A candle was lit by Connie Marable on March 21, 2017 5:21 AM

A candle was lit by Teddy and Lisa Huggins on March 20, 2017 10:33 PM

A candle was lit by Mary Katherine Detraz on March 20, 2017 9:21 PM

A candle was lit by Sally Watts on March 20, 2017 8:53 PM

A candle was lit by Lynn Roberts Daniel on March 20, 2017 8:32 PM

A candle was lit by Linda Stone Marchant on March 20, 2017 6:51 PM

A candle was lit by Lemoine and Patricia Black on March 20, 2017 6:00 PM

A candle was lit by Toni "MacNeil" Minter on March 20, 2017 4:47 PM

A candle was lit by Duwana (Rogers) Bales on March 20, 2017 3:44 PM

Message from Carter C. Briggs

Rip, Your Family and many Fiends are going to miss you. We will always remember the kind, happy, glad to see you, warm, caring person you were and wish you were still here with us. We will never forget you, your laugh, your smile and will always have a kind word to describe you.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your Family. They did everything they could to help you. We, as friends, appreciate them so very much. God Bless You Rip,! May you Rest in Peace my Friend.

A candle was lit by Jerry & Karen Lancaster on March 20, 2017 2:56 PM

Message from Mike Northington IV

Rip and I worked together for a short time way too many years ago. He was a great friend. Jeannie was crazy about him. We are really going to miss him.

A candle was lit by Paulette Frasca on March 20, 2017 11:18 AM

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Rip was one of the most charismatic people I have known. He had a way to make everyone he met feel special. I'll miss the unexpected encounters and what he would say with a smile. Some things left me laughing long after. He is a special memory for all who knew him. God Bless his soul and all his friends and family as we mourn his passing.

Message from Dale and Gail Grimes

Our deepest sympathies to the family of Rip Watts. May his wonderful smile live on in your memories forever. Keeping you in our prayers!

A candle was lit by Homer and PAM Whitfield on March 20, 2017 10:13 AM