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Gifford, Randy GREENVILLE, N.Y. Randy Gifford, 51, of Greenville, N.Y. passed away suddenly in the town of Durham. He was born in Catskill, N.Y. on October 23, 1956, son of Richard Gifford (Mary Ann) of Greenville, N.Y. and Carolyn (Burnett) Bullinger of Williamsport, Tenn. Randy was a well- known building contractor; known for his excellent workmanship. He attended the Greenville-Norton Hill U.M. Church. He was a friend to all he met and would help anyone in need. He will be missed by his family and friends. He was pre-deceased by his son Jesse Ryan Gifford on July 14, 2002. Surviving besides his parents is his fianc?, Sally-Ann Asaro; two brothers, Andrew Gifford (Teresa), Donald Gifford; three sisters, Deborah Boyd (Phil), Sandra Grigg (Gary) and Bonnie Ralston; uncles, Jack Gifford and Ogden Saddlemire; Aunt Shirley Fernandez, also several nieces and nephews. As to his request he was cremated at the Albany Rural Cemetery. Interment was at the convenience of the family. Relatives and friends are requested to meet at Clancy's Rainbow Lodge on Rte. 26, Greenville, Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. Arrangements by the Cunningham Funeral Home, Greenville.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Jul. 28, 2008.

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Kara ralston

July 22, 2022

I love and miss you n Jesse so much..you made our family hole again when mom found you guys. I will never forget all the wonderful times we spent together..love always and forever Your Bubba

Robert Picard

May 12, 2021

I will always remember Randy as a kind and good person. Rest In Peace.

April 12, 2016

Never forgotten my brother

August 8, 2013

5 years later my heart still misses u

Starr Meyer

July 13, 2012

I loved your son so much and I am hopeful that you two are finally at peace, together. You were always so kind to me Randy, thank you for that.

January 26, 2011

If roses grow in Heaven,
Lord please pick a bunch for me,
Place them in Randy's arms
and tell him they’re from me.

January 13, 2011

You will live forever in the Hearts of those you touched.

January 1, 2011

they say time heals all wounds,well it never healed.

May 24, 2010

It good to know that Madaline and Randy are enjoying one another’s company just as much as they always have. Randy, don’t forget the hair rules!

kiki

May 8, 2010

sally,i light this candle for you to light your way to the inevitable continuance of your love for one man,Randy.He was a nice guy!

May 4, 2010

My Dear Fiancée
You have been joined by some VERY Special Angels as of late. But I am sure you were right there to greet them. I am always surrounded by your presence which gives me a feeling of warmth in my Heart that will always be there. You are well missed by many Friends who always have good memories to share. The few of your belongs that were not taken and left behind are Cherished and Very Special. As you know I would not let anything stop us from being together. All is defiantly settled. As I have said before, we will be together in the end. You and I are ready to be buried together as one when the time comes, just as we spoke of. Until then, I have a place in my Heart that is yours. It was always yours and will always be yours. Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust. Together Forever and Forever Yours

February 11, 2010

Death Leaves A Heartache No One Can Heal. Love Leaves A Memory No One Can Steal

debra

January 6, 2010

thank you for thinking about randy,his brothers and sisters miss him so much,it is still hard to go on without him.

December 25, 2009

I think of you my brother always, Christmas Eve was always so special to all of us back then..my M &M man. I truly miss you, and Jesse and Yvonne

September 24, 2009

i came across this and wanted to send it to randys family and friends,it made me cry. your smile though your smile is gone forever,and your hand i cannot touch,i still have many memoried of the one i loved so much.your memory is my keepsake,with which i will never part.god has you in his keeping i have you in my heart.sadly missed but never fogotten.we still miss him so much.

Sally Asaro

August 7, 2009

We knew little that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved each other dearly, in death we do the same. It broke my heart to lose you, you did not go alone, as part of me went with you that day God called you home. You left me peaceful memories, your love is still my guide. And though I cannot see you, you are always at my side. When God calls upon me we will be linked again.

August 1, 2009

thank you to all randys friends that have remebered his family as we try to get pass his one year anniversary.we still miss him everday and remember what a great brother we miss and love so much,there is a huge hole in our hear that will never be filled,we love his friends,that our like our family

July 31, 2009

Many walk in and out of our lives. Only a true Love will leave permanent Footprints on your Heart

July 5, 2009

Everyone that knew Randy knows what suffering he went through physically and mentally. We all lost a good man. He touched so many lives and will never be forgotten. What a kind soul he was.

July 3, 2009

we loved randy with all our hearts,we are just sorry we didnt get anything to remember you by,but we have our memories that no one can take away.

michelle

July 3, 2009

Sally,as this one year marker comes to pass,I think of you often.I thank you for your friendship and for the short time I knew Randy,I could plainly see that you two were really one.

July 2, 2009

My Dear Fiancée,
As it approaches a year your gone, it still feels like yesterday. The feelings will never change. We seem to live in a very small world. I keep meeting people who knew both you and Jesse and have only good things to say, and also agreed with the way you felt about things that I did not understand. Now I have a full understanding of all that you told me and I am so sorry that it took so long for it to become clear to me. But the past is the past and you will always have a very SPECIAL place in my Heart. I know that you are at peace with all the SPECIAL ANGELS around you. Only we knew the Love we shared together and that cannot and never will be replaced. When the time comes we will be together. It brings a sense of peace knowing all is taken care of and that your presence is always here. Your belongs might have been taken, but not your soul. It is right where it belongs.
Loving You Always

June 27, 2009

as we are almost upon a year,we want friends and loved ones to know we still miss the best man we knew,it still hurts our heart he is gone and forever missed by his brothers and sisters who loved him like no one else.

March 9, 2009

My Dear Fiancée,
Still missing you just like it were yesterday. I know that will never change and I am prepared for that. I can feel your presence around me all the time; it gives me a sense of security. As always our true Friends always speak of you.
I have met many people who grew up with you as a young man and shed light upon your younger years. A lot of things fell into place and it sheds understanding of all you shared with me over the years.
I visited with Yvonne and Stu, and Angie around the Holidays and can see the kindness you shared with all of them. We had a very nice visit. At your request I brought Yvonne the most important of Jesse’s belongings.
The love we shared was very special, but nothing like your love for Jesse. Jesse and Carl deaths brought us together. Our misery brought us a special kind of love and strength which we needed, and helped each other through some hard times.
As you already know we will be together in the end. All arrangements have been made. You are a very Special Angel and I know that you watch over me and others.
Loving you Always

Sally Asaro

December 19, 2008

My Dear Randy,  As the Holidays approach, there is no desire without you.  No matter what anyone may think only we know in our Hearts the LOVE we shared.  No one else matters.  I am not materialist as you know.  Home is where your Heart is.  There is not a day that passes without many thoughts of you.  You are always here, never to be replaced.  In the end we will be together.  As I have said before, it is all arranged.Loving You Always

debra boyd

December 16, 2008

as the holiday season is here,we think more about you and our loss of our beloved brother,who loved us as we loved him.we know how much you loved yvonne and your wonderful jesse.we miss you so much and know there will always be your son next to you,and no one else.

October 23, 2008

Happy Birthday Baby
Loving You Always

tracie hazelton

September 27, 2008

sally, i'm so sorry for your loss. i know you loved him deeply and did so much to try and help randy with his grief. my heart hurts for you and everything you are going through. your strength amazes me it always has. i'm thinking of you and hope you know you have friends to lean on.

Sandra Grigg

September 4, 2008

My name is Sandra and I am Randys sister. If anyone has any personal stories to share with the family we would appreciate it. We are going to make a book for the neices and nephews who did not get to know him very well. It will be a way of sharing his life with them. He was a wonderful, caring man and we would like the kids to know just how loved he was and the lives he touched.

Judy Repka

August 30, 2008

Sally,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Randy but I do remember when you were telling me about him and how happy you were; cherish the memories.

Judy

Gerry Agliata

August 27, 2008

Sally,
Im so saddnest to learn that your fiance Randy passed away. Sorry im responding so late, I was in vocation in Sicily, i didnt check my email while there. Im in Milan now. I just read my email. Stay strong!! My Coundolances

Ron Tozer

August 25, 2008

Sally ,
I was so shocked , saddened and deeply upset to learn of Randy's passing . Living out of the area for some time now it has been awhile since I have seen him but never the less I considered him not only a business associate but also a good friend . Take care of yourself and the things that are good for you and toss aside the things that are not worth your time and consideration . Do not hesitate to reach out to myself or others for the moral support you deserve .

August 21, 2008

Yvonne you and Jesse were the loves of Randy's life and just know that he is finally at peace with Jess. Our prayers go out to you and the Gifford family.

Debbie

August 20, 2008

Sally, I am so very sorry for your loss. I know you did everything possible to help Randy recover from the loss of his son. Now they are together again. Stay strong.

Cathy Calder

August 17, 2008

Dear Sally, We are so sorry for your loss and pain. We pray for you and Randy and all families suffering through his loss. Though we are not by your side we still send hugs and sympathy to get through this hard time.

Sandy M

August 16, 2008

Sally - Don't ever forget the love YOU and Randy have shared the past few years. Remember that Randy LOVED YOU! Randy has been battling sadness since Jessie passed on. No matter what, keep your head up high and know that you will get thru this. I have learned in the past 2 years that when something horriffic like this happens you don't ever get over it and it doesn't get easier like everyone says, it is that you learn how to deal with it on a day to day basis. ~ continued below

Sandy Murphy

August 16, 2008

You will be continuely be watched over by your Angels. Sal, You know that I am always here for you! Love you much. Just remember Sal - No one can ever take away the LOVE that YOU and RANDY shared. That is for you and only you to cherish each and every day. Love ya

Sandy Murphy

August 16, 2008

Sally - Don't ever forget the love YOU and Randy have shared the past few years. Remember that Randy LOVED YOU! No matter what, keep your head up high and know that you will get thru this. I have learned in the past 2 years that when something horriffic like this happens you don't ever get over it and it doesn't get easier like everyone says, it is that you learn how to deal with it on a day to day basis. You will be continuely be watched over by your Angels. Sal, You know that I am always here for you! Love you much. Just remember Sal - No one can ever take away the LOVE that YOU and RANDY shared. That is for you and only you to cherish each and every day. Love ya

Deborah Tompkins

August 15, 2008

Cherish his legacy evident around you
Linger gently upon the view

Treasure the reminders of a dear one, a friend
A new beginning not an end

Smile, he is there in spirit to take your hand
Move bravely on and understand

There is peacefulness in the eternal keep
We must not lament those who sleep

Rather reflect instead on your memories fond
Randy is not lost but just beyond

August 15, 2008

sally - hang in there. you know that you have many many friends who love you and loved Randy. We all will see you thru this difficult time -a friend

Sally

August 15, 2008

My Dear Randy,

You will always be my one and only true love. I will do my best to stand tall as you want me to, but you have a large part of my heart and soul with you. We had a lot of great times together. I was always able to see through to the wonderful person I knew was there, even when you could not. Good, bad, whatever the situation, we always stuck together. I tried my best to take care of all your wishes. I did the best I could Dear. We were our own Family and we were just Perfect that way. FRIENDS our hard to come by, that is why they are so special. We had a few very SPECIAL friends who are still here and think of you all the time. I know you are in a safe place now and you are another very special Angel that will sit upon my shoulders and shine down upon the world. Someday, I will be right there next to you. I have already made all the arrangements. In your own words “You are with Jesse, your Family and Mine”

Forever In My Heart, Loving You Always, Sally

Jean Wilson

August 14, 2008

Sally, I can't express how sorry I am. I know you are devasted, and I know it seems impossible to contemplate going on. Please know there are people out here who love you, and are praying for you. You are right, your mother has left you her strength, and you have strength of your own as well.

Lisa Rand Meyer

August 14, 2008

Sally,
I am so, so, sorry to hear about Randy. You have been through so much loss in such a short time, thank God you are strong and resilient, though at times like these I'm sure you feel very tested. I know there is nothing I can say to make it better, but I hope you feel his presence among the guardian angels that already watch over you.

Bob Fowler

August 14, 2008

Dear Sally,

I am very saddened by your loss. Please try to find the strength to continue on as Randy would have wanted.

Love,
Bob

Sara & Joe Aichelmann

August 14, 2008

Sally We're both so sorry for Your loss. You and Randy are in our prayers.
With love and sympathy,
Sara and Joe

John Greco

August 13, 2008

Sally,

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know.

Nia Berdebes

August 13, 2008

Sally,

So very sorry for you loss.

H MacDonald

August 13, 2008

Tonight you and Randys Family will be in our prayers.

Patti and Andy Haftek

August 13, 2008

To Sally and the Gifford family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We shared the pain of the loss of a beloved son with Randy. We will never forget. Everytime I find a dime I will think of Randy, Jesse, and my Danny.
Time heals...Have Faith.

debra boyd

August 13, 2008

my brother was one of the kindest,gentlest,caring souls i have ever met,he was my brother and my friend,he loved his son and yvonne,he is so missed and will always be in his family hearts.

Billy Dunigan

August 13, 2008

Dear Sally,
i am deeply sorry for your loss. My heart felt sympathy and prayers are with you and Randys familily. God Bless

Kristin Hazelton

August 13, 2008

Dear Sally and the Gifford family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.

The Cothren Family

August 13, 2008

Sally and the Gifford Family:
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Take comfort in knowing that Randy is at peace and with loved ones.

michelle levie

August 13, 2008

Dear Sally,I am so sorry for your loss.You are a strong woman and you'll get by with a little help from your friends.m

Pam

August 13, 2008

Sally & The Gifford Family,
My heart is with you at your time of grief; may your happiest memories keep you strong.

Sally - Take comfort in knowing that Randy loved you. Now you have several special guardian angels to watch over you.

Randy was so kind and generous; he will be missed. I pray he has found the peace he has been looking for.

Love & Prayers,

diane roth

August 13, 2008

May peace be with you now and always.

Renee Kimble-Sacco

August 13, 2008

Sally,
I'm so sorry for your loss. You've been through so many in the last 10 years I can only imagine how this feels. If there's anything I can do please feel free to reach out.

Jon Kosorek

August 11, 2008

Thank you for everything Randy! Rest in Peace!

Yvonne, I am so sorry to hear the news and hope you are pulling through! I will always remember the years we all shared together with happy thoughts, Thank you for everything!

R.I.P. Randy and Jesse! Thank you both for all the memories.

Susan and Paul Mayo

August 3, 2008

To Randy's family and to my cousin Yvonne, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Randy our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow.

Mike and Trisha Bernstein

August 3, 2008

Yvonne, We are so sorry to hear the news of Randy's passing. It's been years since the school days of Fort Plain, but still in our memories. Our condolences to all of the Gifford families.

Jay McClure

August 3, 2008

To Randy's Family & Friends:
So sad to lose someone so nice. My heart and prayers are with you all.

kimberly ralston

August 1, 2008

I am thankful to have met you guys uncle randy, aunt yevonne, and jessie. I have so many wondeful memories, from our deck by the pond to every christmas eve. He is now with jessie and at peace. I will miss him, love you aunt yevonne

TERESA GIFFORD

July 31, 2008

I ONLY MET YOU ONCE RANDY AND I REGRET THAT. YOUR FAMILY LOVED YOU SO MUCH. YOU WILL BE FOREVER MISSED.

TERESA GIFFORD (ANDREW'S WIFE)

kara ralston

July 31, 2008

our lives were complete when we met uncle randy, aunt yvonne, and jesse. our hearts were filled with so much love and joy,even though they bothe were tragically taken from us we will always feel that love and joy. both of them will never be forgotten. they will always be in our hearts. we love u so much.

Yvonne Gifford

July 31, 2008

We've lost a talented, loving and generous friend. Although we all grieve this great loss, please find comfort in knowing that he finally is at peace and with Jesse and smiling down on us. I miss you, Randy.

daniel Kirk

July 31, 2008

Randy's family,friends and loved ones
I have deep sadness for losing a special person. May he rest in peace.
He will be truely missed.

Daniel Kirk (Scotia, N.Y.)

Bernadette Nevins

July 31, 2008

To all of the family, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember Randy from the old days in Westerlo, playing ball in Hempstead's field and running up and down the West Rd. You have my deepest sympathies
Bernadette

Gina and CLay Winter

July 30, 2008

GOODBYE MY FRIEND, I KNOW YOU ARE IN A HAPPIER PLACE NOW..WE WILL MISS YOU FOREVER...LOVE GINA AND CLAY WINTER

Pattie Ryan

July 29, 2008

Sally & The Gifford Family
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Randy was a wonderful person and he will be missed, If you need anything please let me know

Colleen Pearl

July 29, 2008

My heart is filled with sadness. We loved Randy and will forever miss him. Randy has now found the peace he needed. Colleen and Howard Pearl

Phyllis Rivenburg Fitzgerald

July 29, 2008

Dick,
My deepest sympathies to you and
your family.

Stephanieann & Larry Winter

July 28, 2008

Dear Randy's Family,
You are in our prayers, Randy is no longer suffering, he is with his son, where he wants to be. Yvonne, we send our love to you. God bless you all.

Margaret Donohue

July 28, 2008

I did not know Randy personally but he did work in my mother's house and it looked beautiful when he finished. She said he was a very nice man. My sympathy to his family. I am so sorry.

July 28, 2008

So sorry for your loss.

A friend in Greenville

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