Condolence: It's been almost one year and I still think of you so often. As I am preparing my oldest daughter to go off to college in a few months I have been thinking of all the fun times and great memories that we had in college. I will continue to cherish the memories that we have together and will continue to pray for Sofia, Andrew, Mrs. Porto and Smellins brothers and sisters. XOXO

Condolence: To the Porto and Watkins family, Our family would like to extend our most heartfelt condolences to your family. We hope you find peace and strength at this most difficult time. She will always be remembered in our prayers.

Condolence: Dear Mrs. Porto, Janet, Ed, Doris and Neil; We are very saddened to hear of Mary Ellen's passing. We said a lot of prayers for her in the last year. She will be remembered and missed. The Noonan Family and Kathleen Devine.

Condolence: I am so very sorry to hear about Mary Ellen's passing.I remember she had a wit about her and she loved her kids unconditionally.May she rest in peace and may her friends and family find solace knowing she is now in a much better place.

Condolence: Taken too soon. Her vitality, kindness, and laughter will be greatly missed. She lived for her children, and I know she smiles down on them with love and pride.

Condolence: My heart is broken. I can only pray for MaryEllen's family during this really hard time. MaryEllen was one-of-a-kind. One of the strongest women I knew, full of heart and soul. In our almost 30 years of friendship, we have been through some really good times and also bad times. She will always be in my heart and soul and never forgotten. Rest in Peace, my friend, and I will see you on the other side someday! I will be praying for Sophia, Andrew, Mrs. Porto and MaryEllens brothers and sisters, a light has gone out in our lives, but MaryEllen wouldn't want us to be sad. I will smile when I think of all the good memories that we have had together over the years, but i know that I will also cry every time I think about how she was taken from us way too soon. I love you MaryEllen and miss you already. I will never forget you! XOXOXO

Condolence: When I heard about Maryellen my heart broke. She was the one of kindest people you could ever meet. I send prayers to her family and her friends. Her soul is now at rest. Nicole M. Male

Condolence: I want to express my deepest, heartfelt sympathy to the Porto/Watkins family, especially Andrew, Sophia, Doris, and Carolyn. I am so sorry for the great loss of your wonderful mom, sister, and daughter. Mary Ellen was so special, one-of-a-kind. Fun, funny, caring, thoughtful, warm, smart, and beautiful inside and out. I loved seeing her and Andrew and Sophia when I came down with my family to vacation in Virginia Beach. We had so much fun! I'll miss doing that. And I'll miss Mary Ellen's laugh and sense of humor and her beautiful smile, and her very good and funny imitation of a Long Island Jew, in jest, of course! She was one-in-a-million. Gone too soon. But I'm so glad she's not suffering anymore. Rest In Peace, my dear friend.

Condolence: I'm so grateful for all of the laughs, jokes, hugs, and shenanigans we had together. Maryellen has been a shoulder to lean on, a friend to confide in, and celebrate life with. My heart and prayers go out to Andrew, Sophia, and all of us who love and miss her.

Condolence: I knew MaryEllen for 21 years. We met at FES where we worked side by side for several years until I moved on to other positions. She continued to be my friend and mentor over the years. She was an excellent teacher and I learned so much from her. She deeply loved her whole family and was so proud of them all, especially her precious Andrew and Sophia. I will miss her friendship and advice, her big beautiful smile and her laugh. I pray that you all can find some peace and strength in this heartbreaking time through your happy memories.

Condolence: My prayers are with MaryEllen and you, her family. I worked with MaryEllen at Fairfield, but beyond that have many fond and fun memories of her "off the clock". A life taken too soon, for sure, but know that her spirit and fond memories are with so many.

Condolence: My deepest condolences to MaryElllens family. I Attended High School with MaryEllen and will always remember her kindness.

Condolence: I'm very saddened by the passing of Mary Ellen! I knew her from High School, where she was always kind, friendly & full of laughter. She was too young to be taken from this world, but now she will be a guardian angel to all those who were close to her. May she R.I.P. & her memories live on forever!

Condolence: My heart is broken. I was so sure that you were going to beat this horrible disease. My prayers and thoughts are with the entire family during this time of sadness. I remember all the good times that we had in Nanuet when we were growing up. Until we meet again, Mary Ellen...

Condolence: I have known Mary Ellen for a very long time. She was always a dedicated teacher and mom! You will be greatly missed! Many prayers for her children!

Condolence: My prayers go out to Andrew, Sophia, and all her family. I last saw her about three years ago down at the beach, and she was still the same friendly Mary Ellen. Even though it had been a couple of years before when I saw her last, when she saw me, the first thing she said was that "How YOU doin?" with that exaggerated NY accent she liked to do when she was trying to be funny.... she always cracked me up with that. She was one of a kind.....

Condolence: I remember waking up in Marietta's bedroom downstairs in Nanuet. A pretty little little girl watching cartoons and sitting on the foot of the bed. Perhaps 1979. Maryellen was full of life. I was married to her older sister Doris then. In my mind she always remained my sister. I know Gloria and Caroline and Doris and Amy and Briana miss her so, as do I. I know she has been welcomed into heaven now.

Condolence: Although we didn't know you long, you've touched our hearts and lives forever. You will be forever loved and missed. Our deepest sympathies to Andrew, Sophia, and your family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Heaven gained an angel. Rest In Peace MarryEllen. We love you and it was an honor and a privilege to have known you. Cera Luciani and Family

Condolence: Mary Ellen won't be forgotten and her sweet memory will last a lifetime. Much love.

Condolence: It was a true honor to work with Ms. Watkins during my time as a Substitute Teacher at Fairfield Elementary School. The outpouring of love and support shown by Fairfield staff is a true indication of Ms. Watkins' integrity and character. Rest in peace, great lady.

Condolence: Ms. Watkins, your presence will be greatly missed by so many of your students. It was an honor to have you as Gracie's 4th grade teacher you definitely made an impact in her life. We are comforted in knowing that you are now at peace and free of all sickness. Thank you for all that you did for so many of our children at Fairfield we love you❤️

Condolence: MaryEllen, You are greatly loved and missed. Thanks for your friendship and being my daughters Godmother. I cherish our friendship and wish I could have visited you more often. I look forward to the day I will see you again. Love you girl.

Condolence: In God's care you rest above. In our hearts you rest with Love. Paula Katauskas