Mr. Luther Frank Watts Sr., age 68, of Eastman, passed away Monday, August 24, 2026, at his residence, under the care of Family Hospice.

He was born on May 02, 1958, in Plant City FL. He was the son of the late Luther Burtrum Watts and Zella Pearl Buckins Watts. He was retired from Amercord and was a member of Quitman Church of God. He was a man with a true servant’s heart, always looking for ways to give back to those around him. Wherever he attended church, he found a way to become involved in the food bank ministry, serving others and helping meet the needs of his community. Giving back was simply part of who he was. He was easygoing, kindhearted, and never hesitated to lend a helping hand. He was a devoted father and grandfather who loved his children and grandchildren dearly and took great pride in them. And, of course, he was a loyal Georgia Bulldogs fan who never missed an opportunity to cheer on his Dawgs. Above all, he will be remembered for his generous spirit, his love for his family, and the servant’s heart he carried throughout his life.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Tony Watts S., Michael Watts and Lawrence Watts.

Frank is survived by his son, Luther Frank Watts Jr. of Douglas; two daughters and sons-in-law, Christy Cheri (Clinton Lee) Rice of Eastman and Franny “Marci” Michelle (Michael Wayne) Marquez of Polk FL; sister, Linda (Buddy) Hutchinson of Hazlehurst; seven grandchildren, Conner Rice, Clinton Rice Jr., Michael Norfleet, Hailey Swearinger, Angel Marquez, Zayna Watts, and Zaelyn Watts; one great grandchild, Sayler Grace Rice; nieces and nephews also survive.

A Visitation will be held Thursday evening at Wainright-Parlor Funeral Home Chapel from 5:00-7:00pm.

Funeral Service will be held Friday, August 28, 2026, at 12:00pm in the Chapel of Wainright-Parlor Funeral Home with Rev. Jarriel Gwin officiating.

Interment will follow in the Satilla Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery.

Luther “Bubba” Watts Jr., Conner Rice, Marcus Ray, Ronnie Miller, Buddy Hutchinson, Steve McKinnon and Michael Norfleet will serve as active pallbearers.

The family may be contacted at the residence of his sister, Linda Hutchinson, 114 Brookins Road, Hazlehurst.

Wainright-Parlor Funeral Home and the Watts family are in charge of arrangements.