Lisa Kowalski Watts

Lisa Kowalski Watts, 60, of Porter Corners, passed away peacefully after a long illness on March 12, 2026. Lisa was born in Troy on November 25, 1965 to her parents Richard and Lorraine Kowalski. She grew up in Lansingburgh and graduated from Lansingburgh High School in 1983 where she loved playing softball and basketball. Lisa later attended Hudson Valley Community College and became a registered nurse. She worked at the Eddy in Cohoes for many years and later continued sharing her vast knowledge while working at Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. She was very proud of her nursing background and continued to utilize it in her final days. Growing up, Lisa loved camping, volleyball games, trips to Grafton, and road trips with her family. She LOVED shopping with her mom, aunt, and sister as a child. Her love for shopping continued throughout life and she even loved spending the weekends shopping at Tractor Supply. Lisa also spent countless hours with her grandmother perfecting the families Polish recipes. Lisa loved visiting her sister and niece and nephews in California. She was always there when people needed her, even despite their physical distance. Lisa looked forward to celebrating the 4th of July with her family and friends at the farm every year. The farm was a special place and she adored all of the animals that they homed over the years and she enjoyed having large garden that she attended to. Further, she faithfully attended the United Church of God where she made many life long friends. Lisa is survived by her children Sean (Trisha) Mahoney of Gansevoort and Alec (Chelsea) LaFleur of Corinth; her siblings Richard Kowalski Jr. of Troy, Laura Lin of Rowland Heights, CA, and Michael (Stephennie) Kowalski of Scotia; and her six grandchildren Cassandra, Mackenzie, Addison, Noah, Marley, and Ethan. Other survivors include her former husband Steve Watts who remained a supportive presence in her life during her final days; her aunts and uncles Linda LeBeau and Fred (Carol) Bestle; her honorary son Robert Spain Jr.; several nieces, nephews, and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Richard and Lorraine Kowalski, step-daughter MaryEllen McGonigle, nephew Trevor Lin, and her adorable dog Bella. Services will be held on Friday, March 20, 2026 at 3:30PM at Marra’s Funeral Home in Cohoes. Friends and family are invited to attend calling hours at the funeral home from 1PM to 3:30PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lisa’s name to the American Cancer Society.

Lisa Kowalski Watts

November 25, 1965 - March 12, 2026