Violet Jane Watts, 68 years old of LaPorte, IN, passed away on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at IU Health LaPorte Hospital.
She was born April 27, 1944 in Michigan City, IN, daughter of the late Norman Victor and Jean (Metzner) Charlson.
Violet worked as a cook at Golden Living Fountainview for over 22 years. She loved bingo and her family.
Surviving are her daughter, Brenda (James) King of LaPorte; son, Brent Watts of Lake Station, IN; 5 grandchildren, Jennifer King, Keith King, Greg King, Kristen Watts, Derek Watts; 5 great grandchildren; and sister, Laurie Kreighbaum of Kingsford Heights.
She was preceded in death by her parents; infant son; and brother Lester Charlson.
A time of visitation will take place from 1-5 PM Saturday, May 12, 2012 at the Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Service, LaPorte, IN. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 5 PM following the visitation on Saturday at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
Contributions may be made to the Charity of the Donor's Choice.
Condolences may be shared with the family at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com