Silas Watts was born in Lower Dublin Township, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania on March 7, 1697/1698. His parents were the Reverend John Watts and Sarah Eaton.
When he was about 34, he married Elizabeth Roberts on May 25, 1732. Elizabeth was the daughter of William and Elizabeth Roberts and was born September 16, 1705.
Silas and Elizabeth's children included:
John Watts (September 15, 1733),
Silas Watts (July 7, 1735), and
Stephen Watts ( March 5, 1736/37).
He died when he was only 40 years old on August 16,, 1737 in Lower Dublin Township. Elizabeth died January 8, 1793
Lower Dublin Township was located in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania and adjoined Moreland and Byberry Townships. The township was incorporated into the City of Philadelphia
