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Ira "Bud" Pierce Jr.

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Pierce, Ira "Bud" Jr. ALBANY Ira "Bud" Pierce Jr., 72, passed away peacefully Saturday, July 12, 2008 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn. Ira was born in Cobleskill, N.Y., the son of the late Ira and Ruth Pierce Sr. He worked for General Electric for over 25 years, served in the U.S. Army from 1955 - 58 and enjoyed gardening and bowling. He is survived by his wife of more than 40 years, Lucille; their children, Timothy (Robin) Pierce and Christopher (Caren) Pierce; grandchildren, Zachary, Emily, Sarah, Lauren, Abby and Kevin; sister, Bonnie (Stanley) Ostrander; sister-in-law, Judy Gregory; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sisters, JoAnn (Charles) Harbison and Manda Lou Pierce; Lucille's parents, Howard (Irene) Gregory; brother-in-law, Howard (Elaine) Gregory Jr., brother-in-law, Robert Gregory. Funeral service will be Wednesday 11:00 a.m. at New Comer-Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155 south of Central Ave). Interment will be in Onesquethaw Cemetery. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerFamily.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Jul. 14 to Jul. 16, 2008.

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The Kitchen Family

July 16, 2008

Thinking of you in your time of grief and saying a prayer that warm memories and the love of the people around you will bring you comfort during this difficult time.

Debra MacFarland

July 16, 2008

Dear Chris, Karen and family;
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one. May he rest in peace. God Bless
Debra MacFarland

Richard & Noreen Berenger

July 16, 2008

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Joy Smith

July 16, 2008

Dear Tim, Robin, and children-
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings to all at this difficult time.

Gidgette Cole

July 16, 2008

To Lucille and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Bud. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. If you need anything please be sure to let us know. We thank you for all your help when Hazel passed. We would love to return the kindness so please let us know if you need anything
Love Bobby & Gidgette Cole and family

RENEE GOLDINGER

July 15, 2008

SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF YOUR LOVE ONE. IF YOU NEED ANYTHING GIVE DAVE OR ME A CALL. LOVE RENEE GOLDINGER AND DAVE MOAK

Darlene Wilson

July 15, 2008

Bud,

Everytime I hear 'thunder' I will remember you throwing your bowling ball -- when there is 'lightning' you got your strike. We will all miss you.

Larry and Debby Storm

July 15, 2008

Lucy,Tim,Chris and families
I was so sorry to hear about Ira my prayers go out to all of you in your time of sorrow he will be missed alot keep good memories in your heart and in time the pain will go away he's in a much better place now he's with God and resting now god bless you all and your families

Sharon Baker

July 14, 2008

Tim, Robin, and family, I was sadden to hear about the loss of your dad, and grandad.May his memories fill your days with happiness. My prayers are with you all
Love Sharon Baker

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