CHESTER – Susan L. Watson (Dejkus) of Chester Massachusetts, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on August 10th, 2023 after a short battle with lung cancer. She was born in Westfield Massachusetts on October 6th, 1948 to Konstanty Dejkus and Irene Dejkus (Skwarek). She graduated from Westfield High School in 1966.
Susan spent almost her entire working career as a bank teller at Westfield Bank where she enjoyed interacting with the community. In her younger years, Susan enjoyed horseback riding and trips to the ocean with family and friends; her favorite spots were Hawaii, Maine, and Rhode Island. She also enjoyed spending time outside and watching the many animals and birds that frequented her yard in Chester.
She is survived by her two daughters Stacy L. Stewart (Willard) of Chester Massachusetts and Stefani J. Watson of Cazenovia NY. She also leaves behind her sister, Patricia A. Katalina, of Westfield Massachusetts, nephew Matthew Katalina of Springfield Massachusetts, niece Jennifer Roos (Dan) of Easthampton Massachusetts and cousin, Nancy O’Sullivan of Westfield Massachusetts.
Her family would like to thank the Nurses at Baystate Hospital for their care of Susan in her final days.
Firtion Adams will be handling all arrangements, however, Susan has requested that her services be private to only the family. www.firtionadams.com
