Wasser, Eleanor
Cranston
Wasser, Eleanor Abrams, 75, died Saturday, April 19, 2025, at the Rhode Island Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Marvin Wasser for 45 years. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Harold and Helen Abrams, she was a longtime resident of Cranston. Eleanor graduated from Cranston High School East, Class of ’67 and attended Katharine Gibbs School in Providence. She was a member and past president of Temple Sinai and its Sisterhood.
Devoted mother of Jason Guy (Elizabeth Shen) of Audubon, PA, Rachel Wasser (Benjamin Weiher) of Toronto, Canada and Emily Abramson (Steve) of Westwood, MA. Dear sister of Jane Abrams (John Paul MacDuffie) of Philadelphia, PA and Anne Schwartz (David) of Richmond, VA. Loving grandmother of EJ, Angelina, Milo, Hazel, Allison and Samuel.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 22 at 11:00 a.m. in TEMPLE SINAI. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Temple Sinai, 30 Hagen Ave., Cranston, RI 02920. Shiva will be observed at 172 Edaville Court, Warwick, RI 02886, Tuesday, April 22 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., and Wednesday, April 23, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. The Minyan service is Tuesday, April 22, at 7:00 p.m.
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Marvin and extended family,
Paula and I are very sorry for the loss of your wife, mother, grandmother, sister and the thousands of people Ellie interacted with. She made a difference.
We are here for you.
Paula and Bruce Wasser
Marvin and family
I am sorry for the loss of Ellie. She was a wonderful person and it was a pleasure to know her.
May your memories help during this difficult time.
Ellen Gourse
Ellie, Always there with her smile and sweet voice.
Dear Marvin and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Ellie. She was a lovely person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May memory be a blessing.
Sincerely, Ann and Neil
Our sincere condolences to the Wasser family
Marvin, Jason Rachel and Emily. We are so sad ! Ellie was such a lovely person. To know her is to love her and I know she will live on in the hearts of her children and grandchildren.
I am so sorry for your loss. I have such nice memories of Ellie growing up. She was always so kind and warm when we would have family gatherings. I’ll remember her very fondly and send my love to you all.
Marvin and famiky;
Ellie held a special place in my heart. One of my favorite members of my COEP family. I will miss my “mama scratch”. Prayers to you and your family.
I knew Ellie through The Chorus of East Providence. Ellie was the the salt of the earth and her presents will be missed. Sending love, though and prayers during this difficult time.
Dr. Wasser, Jason, Rachel, and Emily –
We are heartbroken to hear about Ellie’s passing. Though it’s been years, I will always remember her warmth and kindness. Your family holds a special place in my heart, and I’m so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
I was away for two days and I was shocked to hear that Ellie passed away.
Ellie represented every aspect of Temple Sinai. She was a giving person who was the glue that held everything together. She never said no to anything the temple needed.
She was on every committee, she sang in the choir, she was a past Temple President. Whenever something was going on, Ellie was always there.
Everyone at Temple Sinai will feel her loss.
I am sorry to her husband, Dr. Marvin Wasser, her children, and grandchildren.
But I promise all of you, her memory will be a blessing to all of us!
I am so sorry Jay, Elizabeth, and family, and all of Mrs. Wasser’s family & friends. Thinking of you during this difficult time. -Angela & Patrick P.
DearMarvin and family,
I am so sorry to hear if the loss of your beloved Ellie. Thinking of you and sending much love. May her memory be a blessing. Sending prayers for your peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Best, Anne Diamond
Marvin and family,
My deepest condolences on the passing of your wife.
Len Maloney (Class of 67)
To Ellie’s family:’Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Ellie. She will be missed on a daily basis with all her friends that she touched and interacted with. We are all better people by having known her.
I always looked forward to catching up with Ellie at the Chorus of East Providence rehearsals. She was so friendly and welcoming and will be sorely missed by so very many people. My condolences.
Dear Marvin, Jason, Rachel, and Emily,
I was so shocked to hear about Ellie, she was a force to be reckoned with and she will be missed.
Most Sincerely,
Rosemarie Palumbo
To Marvin and Family
Our deepest sympathy on the sudden passing of Ellie. We remember her bubbly personality through our interactions at Waterman School, The Chorus of East Providence, and other events. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear Marvin and family,
We were shocked and sad at the passing of Ellie. We always liked Ellie. our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Ronnie and Stephen Sirota
We are so sorry to hear of Ellie’s passing. We will all miss her energy and humor. We have fond memories of our travels through Australia and the special gift that she presented to us.
May she be at peace.
Ed and Patti Yates
Dear Marvin and family, My deepest sympathies on your loss. Ellie was always a warm and kind woman. She always had such a bright smile. I’m so sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of her greeting me at your office before each appointment.
May her memory be a blessing.
Love,
Abe, Maggie and Charlie
Dear Marv, Rachel, Emily and families,
We are heartbroken at the loss of beautiful Ellie. She was filled with such joy ,laughter and love and always had a kind word.Your commitment over the years to the Cranston West Band program will never be forgotten.
We loved running into Ellie and the Wasser clan at Narragansett Beach in the summer. She will be missed ,but her love for her entire family will strengthen you in the coming days and bring you peace.
Laura &Dennis DiSano
Dear Marvin and family,
My deepest condolences for your loss. I enjoyed seeing and talking to her at the beach. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear Marvin and Family:
I am so sorry to hear of Ellie‘s passing. She was such a wonderful and caring person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May her memory be a blessing and may she rest in paradise.
To Marvin and family
My deepest sympathy on Ellie’s passing . . . I remember her well from The Chorus of East Providence . . . I know she will be missed.
Marvin, Jason, Rachel, Emily, our thoughts are with you and yours.
Ellie was the bright light to so many people!
Ellie lived her faith!
Marisa, Cap and Anne Frank
Harlan and I are so sad to hear about Ellie‘s passing. I have many fond memories from Temple Sinai with her Marvin. She was a really great woman.
Marvin and family,
Words can’t express our sorrow for your loss. May her memory be a blessing.
Harvey&Lorraine
Dear Marvin and family,
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Ellie was always one to light up a room with her bright personality and warm smile.
With love
To the entire Wasser family,
Please accept our sincere condolences. She was a sincere, kind and down-to-earth person.
May her memory be a blessing.
Roz and Ron Guarnieri
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We are so sorry for your loss. Sending our condolences and love to the entire family.
Spencer and Christina Willett
Sorry for the loss to the extended WASSER
family. She was a wonderful person.
My condolences to Ellie’s family. So sad to read about her passing.