Keith
D
Watts
Keith D. Watts, 64, of Dubuque, passed away on September 14, 2022.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00p.m., Saturday, October 15, 2022 at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road, Dubuque, Iowa 52002.
Keith was born on March 22, 1960 to John and Sarah (Buford) Young in Chicago, Illinois.
Keith attended an all boys catholic school in Chicago, Illinois.
Keith was active in football, track, and wrestling throughout his high school years. His nick name was “Slick Watts” after an NBA player in the 70’s.
Keith attended the University of Dubuque and had thoughts of becoming a priest or chiropractor after college.
Keith also competed in numerous body building competitions throughout his life. He helped judge and promote various shows. He also enjoyed running and competed in various 5 and 10K Runs. Other hobbies Keith enjoyed were hiking, taking walks on trails, picnics, theater, attending concerts at UD, traveling, trying new foods, Sunday morning talk-radio shows, watching the PBS channel, and he especially loved watching old movies. Keith also enjoyed listening to classical and jazz music.
Keith was employed as a correctional officer in Anamosa, was a spin instructor at the Dubuque YMCA, worked security at Senior High School, Hillcrest, and many concert venues. Keith was always working!
Keith was a very well rounded person. He was easy to talk to and always had a listening ear. He will be remembered for his kind and thoughtful personality. He had a knack for making whoever he was with feel like you were the most important person in the world. He collected people and once you were his friend, you remained part of his collection for life!
The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory is entrusted with arrangements.