Jannifer "Jan" Watters' Obituary
Jan Watters went to her heavenly home on June 21, 2023, peacefully in her sleep.
Jan was born on May 9, 1944, to Howard and Geneva Brown in Monahans, Texas. She graduated from Gadsden High School in Anthony, New Mexico in 1962 and attended Texas Women’s University. She was very proud to be a registered Cherokee Tribal Member.
Jan was a long-time resident of West Texas before moving to Conroe, Texas and then to the Diana area to be able spend time with her daughter. She was a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church enjoying First Church and Grace Crossing in Longview.
Jan enjoyed volunteering in many different ways. She served with the Longview Regional Medical Center Auxiliary for many years. Jan had a strong Christian faith that led her to serve, in many ways and positions, The Upper Room Walk to Emmaus ministry in Conroe and our local Emmaus community, G.R.A.C.E.
Jan enjoyed drag racing, making jewelry and crafts, and weekly playing cards. She enjoyed traveling with friends and her daughter, her favorite trip was going to England and Ireland.
Jan is survived by her husband Sammy Watters, daughter Dawn Martin and son-in-law David Martin, stepsons, Robbie and Glenn Watters and their families.
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