With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Ellen J. Wattsman (Waterford, New York), who passed away on February 22, 2024 at the age of 78. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Rose Topolski and Edmund Chicoine; her stepparents, John Topolski and Laury Chicoine; and her mother-in-law Pauline Wattsman.

She is survived by : her husband Robert M. Wattsman Sr.; her children, Dr. Terri-ann Wattsman (Christie Callahan) of Roanoke, VA, Christopher M. Wattsman of Islamorada, FL, Mari-ann Wattsman Seney (Christopher) of Matthews, NC and Robert M. Wattsman, Jr. of Cohoes; her brothers, David Chicoine (Jane) of Boulder, CO and Steven Chicoine (Babette Ceccotti) of Hoboken, NJ; her daughter-in-law Danielle Wattsman; and her grandchildren, Mila Wattsman, Abigail Seney, Mazlyn and Gabriel Wattsman. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Mary's School, 12 6th St., Waterford, NY 12188.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Philip J. Brendese Funeral Home