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Josephine Waterman Obituary

Josephine S. Waterman
Yorkville
Josephine S. Waterman, 68, of Yorkville, passed away at the Heritage Health Care Center on Sunday, September 13, 2009, with her loving family by her side. Josephine was born in Canastota, NY, on August 19, 1941, a daughter of Mary (Sorbello) Sgroi and the late Joseph Sgroi. She was a graduate of Canastota High School and a 1962 graduate of the St. Elizabeths School of Nursing. At St. Agathas Church in Canastota on April 20, 1963, Josephine married Mark J. Waterman, Sr. For many years, she was employed with New York State Department of Mental Hygiene. Josephine was also the organist at Sacred Heart Church and taught piano for many years. She was a member of the New York State Nurses Association, Our Lady of The Rosary Church, and a member of the church choir. Josephine had many interests such as gardening, sewing and doing cross stitch. Cooking for her family brought her great joy and she will especially be remembered for the many wonderful meals she made for her family. Josephine enjoyed spending the winters in Florida. She was an avid Atlanta Braves Fan. Josephine is survived by her beloved husband, Mark; her mother, Mary Sgroi, of New Hartford; her daughter and son-in-law, Deborah and Eric Hinkston, of Rochester, NY; her two sons and daughters-in-law, Mark and Theresa Waterman, Jr., of New York Mills, and Stephen and Jarren Waterman, of Rome; her five cherished grandchildren, Joseph, Jessica, Jacob, Alex and Cara Waterman; two sisters and brother-in-law, Christine and Paul Martin, of Macedon, NY, and Nancy Krawczeski, of Gloversville, NY; a brother and sister-in-law, Sam and Sylvia Sgroi, of Waterford, WI; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and her friends from the Breakfast Club. Josephine was predeceased by a son, Daniel John Waterman, and her father, Joseph Sgroi. Mrs. Watermans funeral will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2009, at 9:45 from the Heintz Funeral Home, 408 Herkimer Rd., North Utica, and at 10:30 from Our Lady of The Rosary Church, New Hartford. Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Whitesboro. Calling hours at the funeral home are Wednesday from 4-7. Those so wishing may make donations to the Yorkville Volunteer Fire Department in Josephines memory. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Sultana Razia, Dr. Wade Hunt, the staff of 2W of the Heritage Healthcare Center and the Yorkville Volunteer Fire Department for all the loving care they gave to Josephine. On line messages of sympathy may be made at: www.heintzfuneralservice.net
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Published by The Observer-Dispatch from Sep. 14 to Sep. 16, 2009.

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Ralph Hauck

September 21, 2009

Mark and Family,
I know that I have'nt been in touch with you guys for a while but I wanted to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. My Mom told me about your loss and I wanted to pass along my condolences.
God Bless and take care,
Ralph Hauck

September 20, 2009

Mark & family,
I graduated with Jo from St. E's and she was a good friend. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing.
Chris O"Brien Powell / Colorado

September 16, 2009

Mark & family:
Jo & I were born one day apart, the same year, and have been close throughout the years. She was so very special to me, like the sister I never had. I spent a lot of time at Aunt Mary & Uncle Joe Sgroi's home growing up, feeling like a member of their family. During those years, Jo & I shared so many good times. There definitely was a huge void this year at our annual Sorbello Family Reunion without her and so many of our other relatives who she will now join. I'm thankful that I was able to see her a few weeks ago, hug her, tell her I loved her and we even had a few laughs. Her quiet presence will be missed by all who knew her.

Love,
Cousin Lucille

September 15, 2009

Uncle Mark and Family,
Aunt Jo was such a loving and great Aunt to me, and I am really going to miss her. I will fondly remember all the times we had together. It will not be the same without her, but I have faith that she is at peace and in heaven along side Grandpa, Uncle Dan, and Lori.
Love, Bonnie

Joe & Diane Koziarz

September 15, 2009

Uncle Mark and family

God saw you were getting tired,
and a cure was not to be,
so He put His arms around you,
and whispered, "Come to me."
With tearful eyes we watched you,
and saw you pass away,
and although we loved you dearly,
we could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
hardworking hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best. Pease and Love To All

Dick and Joan Lee

September 15, 2009

Mark and Family.

Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of grief. God Bless you all.

September 15, 2009

Debbie and Family- Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. You will all be in our thoughts and daily prayers.

Love,
Melissa & Jim Clark

September 15, 2009

Brother and Sister Waterman and family. I am sorry to hear of the passing away of your mom.

Josephine was a sweet lady. She had a way about her that made you feel comfortable when being around her. She made the best italian dishes. (She should have opened up her own restaurant). I felt very honored when Josephine came to be a part of my wedding.
May you always cherish the wonderful memories you had with your mom, grandmother and wife.
You are in our prayers.

Much Love,
Bob and Janet

September 15, 2009

Mark and Family: I'm so very sorry for all of you. You have lost a wonderful wife, mom and grandmother. Jo was very special to me and simply the best. I will miss her a great deal and there is now a void in my life. As my older cousin, she was a role model for me. I looked up to her in so many ways. My memories of her will always be many and good. I'm very glad that I had the opportunity to visit her one more time a few weeks back to tell her that I loved her. I will miss her very, very much.
Cousin Joe Sorbello

September 14, 2009

Steve, Jarren and kids...we just heard about your Mom today, we are so very sorry. If you need anything, we are here.
Bill, Kim, Liam & Belle Dedrick

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