Mary Ellen Wadsworth, 66, of Valatie, NY, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, at The Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer. She will be remembered as a loving and caring wife, mother, and friend for the boundless love she gave so freely to everyone in her life.

Mary Ellen was born in Hornell, NY. She was an accomplished piano player and enjoyed learning many instruments growing up. She attended SUNY Albany and Maria College, where she became a registered nurse. Throughout her career, she worked in operating rooms, nursing and rehabilitation centers, and most recently as a nursing case manager and preceptor. She was deeply devoted to her work and to mentoring others in the field.

Outside of her professional life, Mary Ellen had a deep love for fiber arts, painting, gardening, shopping, and pickleball. She found great joy in her rug hooking group, where stitches turned into lasting friendships and many happy memories were made. Mary Ellen also loved spending time with the many feline companions she welcomed as part of her family over the years.

She was predeceased by her parents, Walter Bohomey Sr. and Barbara (Stuart). She is survived by her devoted husband of 35 years, Douglas Wadsworth; her children, Erin Wadsworth (husband Reuben Buckley) and Colin Wadsworth (companion Meaghan Burke); her siblings, JoAnn Bohomey, Walter Bohomey Jr. (wife Tina Hargrave), and Jean Bohomey; many beloved in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. She will be deeply missed by all who loved her.

A celebration of life gathering will be held at Wenk Funeral Home located in Chatham, NY on Saturday, March 28th 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. with a memorial service to immediately follow at the funeral home.

The family would like to extend special thanks to the doctors, nurses, and support staff at NYOH  Albany Cancer Center for their outstanding care, and to Community Hospice for their compassion and support. Donations in Mary Ellen's memory can be made to Community Hospice of Columbia Greene 47 Liberty St. Catskill, N.Y. 12414 For on-line condolences, visit wenkfuneralhome.com