Moselle Ball Watts, 94, of 894 West Main Ave., Taylorsville, passed away, Wednesday November 19, 2008 at Valley Nursing Center. She was born September 4, 1914, in Alexander County to the late Amos Franklin “A.F.” Ball and Lettie Lee Chamberlain Ball. She was a graduate of Stony Point High School. She received her BS degree from Appalachian State Teachers College and her Masters degree in Math and Science from George Peabody College in Tennesee. She was a School Teacher 42 years.
She taught at Wingate Junior College, Taylorsville High School, Hiddenite High School, and Alexander Central before retiring in 1978. In 2000 she was a recipient of the Alexander County Schools Award of Honor. A member of First Baptist Church in Taylorsville and a Sunday School Teacher for 50 Years. She was also a member of Eastern Star.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Glenn “C.G.” Watts; three brothers, Willie Ball, Clyde Ball and David Ball; four sisters, Pearl Patterson, Hester White, Ruth Alexander and Nissie Ball.
Her survivors include one son, John Watts and wife Susan of Taylorsville; two grandchildren, Jonathan Watts of Taylorsville and Nita Putnam and husband Travis of Chantilly, VA.
Funeral services will be conducted 11:00am Saturday November 22, 2008 at First Baptist Church. Rev. Tim Marsh will be officiating. The body will lie in state thirty minutes prior to the funeral hour. Burial will follow in the Taylorsville Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday 5:30-7:30pm at First Baptist Church and other times at the home.
Memorials may be given to First Baptist Church Building Fund, 405 West Main Ave., Taylorsville, NC 28681.
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Dear Watts Family,
On behalf of the Wingate University family, please accept our deepest sympathy at the loss of Mrs. Watts. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Sincerely, Wingate University - Wingate, NC
John and family,
I'm sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was a dear woman and was kind to all. The video brought back memories of our membership together at First Baptist Church, you and your family and mine. Your mom and dad were special people, rare to find in this world today... they are, and will be missed.
God Bless, Marvin - Kinston, NC
Dear Watts Family,
I was saddened to learn of a the passing of your mother. She was a wonderful lady and one of my favorite teachers at Hiddenite High School. She always thought I was such a smart student in Biology, and if I was, it was because of her. She even came to our class reunions for a while. I will never forget her. May she always live on in your hearts and memories.
Sincerely, Former Student-Nell Rose Prichard Jones/Class of 1963
Black Mountain, NC
Dear John and Family
The service you did for your mother was very beautiful. I am sure she is very proud of your strength and courage through this time of grief. We will keep you in our prayers. God will take care of her now.
Terri Rufty/Karen Allemand
Love, Your cousin Terri - Vale, NC
Dear John and Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear about the death of your mother, Mozelle. I know how difficult this time must be for you and your family. Mozelle was a very intellectual woman and very much loved. I could see this during the short time I knew her at Shady Rest Home. I, too, am saddened to know she has passed. I will always cherish the memories of getting to know her. May God bless you and your family during this time and always.
Kathy M. Bowman - Taylorsville, NC
To John and Family:
I was so sorry to hear of Ms. Watts passing. I had the opportunity to have her as a teacher for advanced biology. She was an Excellent teacher and a wonderful person. She cared very deeply for her students. I had an opportunity to see your mother at the nursing home and we laughed about the project assignment of growing pinto beans! It is hard to believe that I lost both of my biology teachers in the same year. Earlier I lost Ms. Jo Daniels and now Ms. Watts. Both of them will always hold a very special place in my heart. I pray that you and your entire family will find comfort in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ as you reflect on the wonderful memories and the legacy that she left behind. May God bless each of you as you face these difficult days ahead. I will remember and keep you all in my prayers.
A former student, Karen Howell - Taylorsville, NC
