Josephine Wattie Obituary
Rochester: Thursday, February 1, 2024, in her 100th year. Predeceased by her husband, Maurice Wattie; grandson, Joseph Maurice Wattie; father and mother, Steve and Lucia Clementi; brothers, Philip Clementi, Tony Clementi, Frank Clementi and Steven Clementi; sisters, Rose Durante, Pat Pingatore, Nancy Podushak and Antoinette Katzer. She is survived by her sons, Joseph (Geraldine) Wattie, Richard (Annette) Wattie, David (Marilyn) Wattie; grandchildren, James (Amanda) Wattie, Alissa (Dr.Caren) DiBernardo, Anthony Wattie (Dr. Stephanya Shear), Jennifer Wattie (Dave), Richard (Kristin) Wattie, Russell (Jaime) Wattie, Breeze Wattie; 17 great grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; sister, Mary Ruehl of WI; many nieces and nephews.
Josephine was a devout Catholic and a longtime parishioner at Holy Cross Church. She enjoyed music, golf, traveling, cooking, baking, bowling, cards, and her sewing club. Most of all, she loved and cherished spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She will be remembered mostly for her deep love of family, compassion, and generosity. She enjoyed her brief career at McCurdy's Department Store.
Friends may call MONDAY from 4-7PM at the DiPonzio Funeral Home, Inc., 219 Spencerport Road, Gates. On Tuesday, February 13, all are invited to attend her Funeral Mass at 9:30AM at St. Lawrence Church, 1000 N. Greece Rd. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to Alzheimer's Association, 200 Meridian Centre Blvd., Suite 110, Rochester, NY 14618 in her memory.
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Sherry & Gary (Az)
February 6, 2024
Yes, Steve you are correct . She had most contagious smile & laugh. We did not see each other often but I remember her coming to Az , she came with Aunt Pat & a friend of Aunt Pat´s, and my mom was here by my house.
They golfed, played cards & then Uncle Phil arrived with a friend, needless to say the fun really began. You could see the love they had for each other & how much they enjoyed each other´s company.
I hope and pray that they are all together again with their spouses, playing cards, laughing & enjoying a great meal.
Rest in peace Aunt Josie.
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Steve Clementi (the Virginia one)
February 5, 2024
While we didn´t see each other very often because we lived in different states, I have nothing but wonderful memories of Aunt Jo. She had a laugh that was infectious, a smile that lit up a room and a genuine kindness for both family and friends. She enjoyed a good meal, a good joke and, of course, her great family. She will truly be missed. Rest easy Aunt Jo. We love you.
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