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Edna was born in Rodman, New York the daughter of William and Mary (Sprague) Waite. She spent her childhood years in the Rodman area with numerous brothers and sisters. She moved to Seneca Falls following her marriage to Richard C. Watkins who she was married to for 28 years until his death in 1975.
Edna worked for a few years at the Seneca Knitting Mills after first moving to Seneca Falls. She then worked for many years in the Mynderse Academy cafeteria where she was affectionately called "Ma Watkins" by the students there. After Mynderse, she worked as head cook for the Seneca Falls Hospital until her retirement in 1986.
Edna loved spending time with her family, traveling, doing craftwork, and listening to country music. She also enjoyed watching her Buffalo Bills play on TV while yelling at the referees to open their eyes.
She is survived by Gary Watkins of Arizona, Barbara (Richard) Hacker of Virginia, Kevin (Lorene) Watkins of Alabama, Tammy (Albert) Andrews of Seneca Falls; five grandsons - Eddie, Kristopher, Brandon, Eric and Tristan; five great-grandsons; three great granddaughters; and many nieces and nephews.
A viewing and service will be held on Friday, December 5th at Sanderson-Moore Funeral home at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Seneca County Meals on Wheels can be made.
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Kathy H
Yesterday
Edna was a very lovely lady. I met her at Aaron Manor and she was fun to talk to and always interesting & kind. Condolences to the family.
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Stackus
December 6, 2025
Watkins family,
My family and I are sending our condolences to you. Edna was truly a great neighbor and always so thoughtful. We are sorry to hear of her passing.
The Stackus Family
Jim Moreland
December 5, 2025
Gary
My condolences and prayers to you and your family.
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