Remembering family and friends

A roundup of notices and services. Look for additional recent obituaries on this newspaper’s website.

Eleanor Doody

TROY - Eleanor Doody, 85, of Troy, entered into eternal life on Monday September 26, 2016 at Samaritan Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Troy she was the daughter of the late Leo R. and Mary Maximo Hope and the devoted and lovsevworkforce. ing wife of the late Edward Doody.

Mrs. Doody was a lifelong Troy resident. She held eral positions throughout her career in the She was a devout Catholic and a dedicated parishiocurposition ner of St. Joseph’s Church in Troy where she was rently active volunteering her time with the outreach program and also active in the prayer group. Eleanor was also the past president and secretary of the St. Joseph’s School P.T.A. and formerly held the of parish council secretary for over 12 years.

Eleanor was a longtime camper at Hidden Pond on Brandt Lake, she along with her husband Ed and their grandson Drew enfriends. joyed many summers camping and visiting with

Elli was a kind hearted person and was always young at heart. She had a friendly and comforting smile to everyone she met.

She is survived by her loving daughter and son in law; Nancy E. and Richard J. Shellard, her grandson Drew Brown, her brother and sister in laws; Delores and Thomas Yannick, and Shirley and Phil White.

She was predeceased by her sibling; Marie Johnson and Leo Hope. Also surfriends. vived by her step grandson Jason Shellard and several nieces, nephews and many

Funeral procession will begin at 9:00 am on Fricelebrated. day from the Wm. Leahy Funeral Home, 336 3rd St., Troy to St. Joseph’s Church where at 9:30 am a funeral mass will be

Interment will follow in Memory Gardens Cemetery, Colonie.

Family and friends are invited and may call on Thursday from 4 – 7 pm at the funeral home.

Frank J. Cerqua

WATERFORD - Frank J. Cerqua, 82, of Davis Ave., died suddenly Monday September 26, 2016 at his home.

Born in Waterford he was the son of the late Vincenzo “Jim” and Vincenza “Tina” DiPirro Cerqua. He was a 1952 graduate of Waterford High School.

Frank had been employed for 32 years as Data PromemLadWatercessing Manager at Cluett & Peabody Co. in Troy and retired in 1990. He was a veteran of the US Navy.

Frank was a 50 year ber and past President of Kavanaugh Hook & der Co. in Waterford and was a member the ford Senior Citizens. Frank had many interests includSaracoming bowling, golf, toga Race Track, Racino, OTB, the Waterford Bocci League and for the past 50 years, the Saturday Night Card Club. He was a municant of St. Mary of the Assumption Church in Waterford.

Survivors include his ing wife of 58 years Joan A. St. Onge Cerqua, his deNiskaTheSalvavoted children, Carol-Jean Cerqua of Clifton Park, Christine J. Lynn of yuna and Frank J. Cerqua (Mary Jo) of Baldwinsville. He is the brother of resa Marro of Troy, tore “Tony” Cerqua (Ann), Mary Ann Castle (Richard) of Waterford and the late James Cerqua. In addition he is the brother in law of Elizabeth Cerqua and Jean O’Brien of Waterford. He is the proud grandfather of Abigail and Katherine Lynn, David and Dansurvive. iel Cerqua. Many nieces, nephews and cousins also

Funeral services will be Friday at 9 a.m. from the Philip J. Brendese FuAsInter4-8 neral Home, 133 Broad St. (Rte.32), Waterford and at 9:30 at St. Mary of the sumption Church. ment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Waterford.

Relatives and friends may visit at the funeral home on Thursday from p.m.

In lieu of flowers butions may be made to St. Mary of the Assumption Church Restoration Fund in care of the funeral home office.

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Nancy J. Shields

BRUNSWICK - Nancy Shields, age 78, of Bruns Septem Al after wick died Monday ber 26, 2016, surrounded by her loving family at bany Medical Center, a brief illness.

She was the devoted wife of the late John J. Shields and the beloved daughter of the late William “Bud” and Dorothy Yankowski. Nancy attended Catholic Central High School and worked for NYS Civil Service and the Watervliet Arsenal. She later retired from Rensse of laer County Department Mental Health after almost 33 years of service. Follow Department. ing her retirement she also worked part time at the USPS Rec Center, the Bank of America and the NYS Tax

Nancy enjoyed ing her time watching her grandchildren play sports. She would never miss a game and on many occasions even attended triple headers! Her greatest joy was spending time at famithe ly events such as 4th of July picnics, Bermuda cruises, summer vacations and of course football Sundays. She loved going to NYC to see Broadway shows. She will be sorely missed at the monthly dinner outings with her girlfriends. Nancy also enjoyed being on Hospitality Committee at OLV Parish. Nancy was always there for her family.

Nancy is survived by her two beloved children and their families; Sandra (Phil(Em Brayden, ip) Harper and Gary (Lori) Shields, her grandchildren; Shannon, Joseph, and Ryan Harper, Kyle ily) Cooper, and Abby and Michael Shields, her grandchildren; Jason and Myla Cooper, and her siblings; William (Mary Ann) Yankowski, Thomas Yankowski, Mary Ellen (Brian) Bailey, and Edward Yankowski. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her grandson, Jack Shields and her brother and in-law, Francis and Jacque Yankowski. line

A funeral service will be held at 9:30 AM on Friday, September 30, 2016 at Our Lady of Victory Church, Troy. Interment will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.

Friends and relatives may visit with Nancy’s family at the church on Thursday evening, September 29, from 5 until 8 PM.

Those who wish to member Nancy in a special way may make a donation to St. Jude Children’s Re38105. search Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN

Patrick F. Beaudoin

TROY - Patrick F. doin, 68, of Troy, son of the late George and Mary Egan Beaudoin, passed away peacefully on Monday, Septemlymphoma. tember 12, 2016 at his porary home in Houston, TX after a courageous five year battle with

Pat was born on August 13, 1948 in Troy.

After graduating from Troy High School, he proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Following his honorable discharge, he graduated from Hudson Valley Comemprogramthroughout munity College, then barked on a successful 30+ year career as a mer for the NYS Thruway Authority. Pat loved his work and developed many endearing friendships his career.

Pat was wed to Janice Conroy on March 17, 1972. They were married for 44 wonderful years. He treagrandchildren. sured his time with his family and took great joy in being actively present in the lives of his cherished children and

Pat is survived by his wife, Janice; daughter, leen (Martin) Cable; son, Joseph (Jillian) Beaudoin; and grandchildren, Joseph Patrick Beaudoin Jr., Elizaa beth Rose Cable and James Patrick Cable. He was the brother of George (Patricia) Beaudoin, Jack (Beverly) Beaudoin and Lucy (Don) Wemple. Pat was much more than a brother-in-law to Jan’s siblings. He was considerate, reliable friend and honorary big brother to Sister Donna Conroy, RSM, Michael (Kathy) Consevroy, David (Lori) Conroy and Peggy (Paul) Martin. Pat is also survived by eral aunts, several nieces, a nephew and many cousins.

Pat enjoyed participating in many sports including softball, basketball and racquetball. An avid er, he eagerly anticipated the annual outing with his golf buddies on Cape Cod. It was a tradition that spanned more than 30 years. In their retirement, Jan and Pat traveled extenbehis sively across the country in their RV. Wherever they went, Pat managed to come the “mayor” of every RV community due to friendly, helpful nature.

Please help us celebrate his life at a memorial mass that will be held on Friday, September 30th at 10:30 am at Sacred Heart Church, 310 Spring Avenue in Troy.

A private burial service with full military honors in Saratoga National Cema etery will take place at later date.

In lieu of flowers, you may like to consider a gift in Pat’s memory to Sacred Heart Church, 310 Spring Avenue, Troy, NY 12180, the Sisters of Mercy, 634 New Scotland Avenue, Albany, NY 12208 or a charity of your choice.

Memorial arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniel D. Purcell Funeral Home, 510 Pawling Ave., Troy, NY 12180.

The family would like to thank Dr. Arthur Sunkin, Dr. Carl Atkins, and the nurses and the staff at St. Mary’s Cancer Treatment Center in Troy and at St. Peter’s Cancer Care Center in Albany. Your kindness and support during this difficult time will never be forgotten.

Pat’s positive outlook on life, his engaging sense of humor and infectious laugh enhanced all of our lives. He will remain in our hearts forever.