Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home - Brookston


Robert G Watt

( July 8, 1928 - March 8, 2011 )

Robert G. Watt, 82, of Kentland, died at 2:05 p.m., March 8, 2011, at George Ade Memorial Health Care Center of Brook, IN, following a two year battle with cancer. He was born on July 8, 1928 in Rensselaer, IN to the late Arthur and Mittie Watt. He graduated from Morocco High School. His marriage was to Dorothy E. Reynolds on October 2, 1949. She preceded him in death on April 6, 2006. He resided in Kentland since 1952. Mr. Watt had worked as an Oklahoma gas station operator, owned and operated a Humble Oil delivery service, and retired as owner/operator of Watt Trucking. He was a member of the Covenant Federated Church in Kentland. He enjoyed woodworking and the company of his dog, Rocky. He was also an avid Cleveland Indians baseball and Trine football fan. Surviving are three sons, Ronald G. Watt (wife: Luanne), Roger E. Watt, Steven R. Watt, all of Kentland; and a daughter, Diane Hawkins (husband: Jim) of Fowler. Also surviving are 7 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Preceded in death by 1 brother, James Arthur Watt, 2 sisters, Lois Hoeferlin and Evelyn Couch. Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. CST, Thursday, March 10, 2011 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home in Kentland. Funeral Service will be at 11:00 a.m. CST, Friday, March 11, 2011 at Covenant Federated Church of Kentland, the Rev. Wayne Meyer will officiate. Interment to follow in Fairlawn Cemetery, Kentland, IN. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.