Nancy Watts, 64, teacher had a knack for decorating
February 9, 2023
Nancy Newkirk Watts of Pawleys Island died Jan. 26 at her home. She was 64.
She was born March 4, 1958, in Highland, Ill., the daughter of Josephine Swift and Charles Newkirk. Nancy had a passion for helping those in need that led her to become a skilled and dedicated teacher for many years.
In her free time, she enjoyed entertaining and creating memories with friends and family. She had an eye for beauty, a knack for decorating and enjoyed time spent in her garden.
In addition to her mother, of Pawleys Island, she is survived by her companion, Ken Watts; two daughters, Ashley Van Loon (Dean Copeland) of Grasonville, Md., and Emily Watts of Blacksburg, Va; her son, Chris Van Loon (Laura) of Maryland; her grandson, Cole Copeland of Grasonville; her brothers, Charles Newkirk Jr. (Jody) of Broken Arrow, Okla., Phillip Newkirk (Allison) of Wilmington, N.C. and John Newkirk of Pawleys Island; her sister, Sally Monaghan of Mount Pleasant; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A celebration of her life was held Sunday at Burroughs Funeral Home.
A graveside service will be held privately.
Memorials may be made to the Montessori School of Pawleys Island, P.O. Box 3059 Pawleys Island, SC 29585.
Condolences may be sent at burroughsfh.com.
