Carol Ann “Mimi” Watts Koch

Carol Ann “Mimi” Watts Koch, 93, of Endwell, N.Y., passed away Nov. 27, 2020.

She was born in Baltimore, Md., and lived in several cities growing up, most notably Oil City and Butler, where she met and married the love of her life, Karl. He preceded her in death in 2018, after 68 years of marriage.

Together, they built a legacy of love, which includes their nine children, Suzan (Tim) Corwin, Larry (DD) Koch, Mary Ann (Jim) York, Patti (Brad) Anderson, Kathleen (Jim) Spatafora, Beth (Frank) Giordani, Karl III (Ruth) Koch, John (Becky) Koch and Tom (Deani) Koch; 27 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Carroll and Ann Watts, she was preceded in death by her brother, Donald; an infant great-granddaughter; four brothers-in-law; and one sister-in-law.

She is survived by her loving sister, Trisha; three sisters-in-law; and many nieces and nephews.

She was loved by all who knew her, always so full of life and love. She loved to dance and sing, and was always the “belle of the ball.”

She and Karl were members of a couple of dance clubs. They loved to travel. Her most favorite pastime was spending it with her family.

She took great pride in her family, home and faith.

She was devoted to the Blessed Mother. She was a parishioner of St. Ambrose Church.

The family would like to thank the staff of Susquehanna Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, especially the third floor, for their excellent care.

KOCH — The family of Carol Ann “Mimi” Watts Koch, who died Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, received friends at St. Ambrose Church, 203 Washington Ave., Endicott, N.Y.A funeral Mass was held Tuesday at the church.Burial was held in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City, N.Y.A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.Arrangements were handled by LEON PUCEDO FUNERAL HOME, 1905 Watson Blvd., Endicott, N.Y.In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in her name to your favorite charity.Please visit www.pucedofuneralhome.com.