Walter R. Lalak

1963 - 2021

Lalak, Walter R. HALFMOON Walter R. "Wally G." Lalak, 57 of Halfmoon, beloved husband of Laura A. James Lalak, entered into eternal life on Monday, January 11, 2021, at his home in Halfmoon with his loving family at his side. Born in Schenectady, on May 12, 1963, he was the son of Beverly Bonk Lalak and the late Walter Lalak. He worked as a respiratory therapist at the Stratton VA Hospital for many years and previously at St. Mary's Hospital in Troy. Wally had a special love of his Harley-Davidson, he enjoyed camping and boating. He was most happy when he was surrounded by his beautiful family. Survivors include his beloved wife Laura A. James Lalak; his loving children, Alex Lalak, Casey Lalak, Blake (Alyssa) Race, Shane (Ja) Race and Dana (Stephen) Mohr; and his sister Debra (Joseph) Crouse. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and the boys of summer. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated privately at the convenience of the family in St. Pius X Roman Catholic Church with Reverend James Walsh officiating. There will be no calling hours. Interment will be in Memory Gardens, Colonie. Donations in memory of Wally may be made to the American Heart Association, 4 Atrium Dr #100, Albany, NY, 12205 or Autism Speaks of the Greater Capital Region, 433 State St., 4th Floor, Schenectady, NY, 12305. For directions, information or to light a memory candle for the family please visit dufresneandcavanaugh.com.