Dollard, Colleen Elizabeth
EAST SCHODACK — Colleen Elizabeth Dollard, 73 of East Schodack, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2021, with her family at her bedside.
Born on March 17, 1947, Colleen was a free spirit who enjoyed reading a good book. She also enjoyed watching TV with her friend, Joseph Berrios.
She was predeceased by her mother, Mary Mckenzie Dollard; and sister Kay Dollard Chester. She is survived by her daughter, Lisa E. Dollard (Joe); grandson Justin Roy; sister Ellen Dollard Vosburgh (Don); as well as her niece, nephews, and many lifelong friends.
Friends and family are invited to call on Monday, July 5, from 5-7 p.m. at Thomas P. Mooney Funeral Home, 11 Elm St., Nassau.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention local Capital Region, N.Y. Chapter, P.O. Box 486, East Greenbush, NY, 12061. sons, Bruce Perry and James Perry; brother Clark Everleth (Katherine); sister Joyce Trombley; eight grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to calling hours on Monday, July 5, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Armer Funeral Home, Inc., 39 East High St., Ballston Spa. Burial with military honors will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 8, in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Road, Schuylerville.
Memorial contributions in memory of Ray may be made to the Malta Veterans Appreciation Program at www.maltavets.com Online remembrances may be made at www. armerfuneralhome.com medicine, something that would remain his lifelong passion and eventual career.
Julio moved to Lima, Peru to further his studies as a young adult. There he met his first wife and lifelong friend, Blanca Magdalena Ramos Erazo. After their marriage, Julio and Blanca immigrated to Gloversville in the fall of 1977 and began to work toward their educational goals. The couple welcomed their daughter Blanca Angelica in 1978, naming her in honor of Julio’s mother.
Despite the struggles faced as an immigrant, Julio never wavered from his love of his adopted country, eventually serving in the U.S. Army National Guard as a medic during the War in Bosnia. Julio said, "I love this country. It welcomed us, and I will serve it and its citizens until my last breath. If I teach my children anything, it is that you must help the country you love."
Julio moved to California in 1990, to pursue his dream of a career in medicine. He was a graduate of the Charles Drew School of Medicine and devoted his life to caring for others, not only as a physician assistant but in his role as a professor, mentor, deacon of the Catholic Church, member of the Knights of Columbus (Pico Rivera Council 3699), and serving in the United States Army upon becoming a naturalized citizen.
Julio died on December 7, 2020, of patient-acquired COVID-19. Serving his community until his last dying breath. He devoted his life to helping others in need. Known as "Dr. G," he provided care at no cost for patients without health insurance, made home visits, and participated in healthcare missions to Central and South America.
One of his favorite pastimes was discussing pandemic preparedness with his firstborn.
He is survived by his daughters, Blanca Angelica Gonzalez-parker (Michael), and Julie Jane Gonzalez of California. Julio was especially proud to be a grandfather and is also survived by his "Gonzalez Granddaughters" or "G.G.S" as he lovingly referred to them: Blanca Isabela Parker, Angelica Sofia Parker and Magdalena Lucia Parker of Guilderland.
Celebrations of Julio’s life will take place in Peru and New York when international travel can resume safely.