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Susan Boncaro Obituary

Boncaro, Susan E. COLONIE Susan E. Boncaro, 73, of Colonie, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 19, 2008 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Saranac Lake and was the daughter of the late Salvatore and Hilda Brown Purpura. Susan was a lifelong resident of the Albany area. She was a wonderful and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She will be remembered for her unconditional love and concern for her family and friends. Sue was always giving of herself and made countless sacrifices to help others. She enjoyed inviting her neighbors and friends to share in many gatherings and parties. Sue was also a shopping enthusiast. She is the beloved wife of 51 years to John G. Boncaro. She is the devoted mother of Paul (Denise) Boncaro, Debbie (Bill) Burke, David (Rebecca) Boncaro, Nancy (Dan) Tetreault, and Anthony (Terri) Boncaro. She is the sister of Elva (Bill) Ferris and Nina Mulhern (late Frank) and the late Elsie (Otha) Baker and Lawrence Purpura. She is the cherished grandmother of Dustin, Andrew, Danielle, Jennifer, Brian, Katelyn, Valerie, Melanie, Kevin and Randy. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday morning at 9:30 at Newcomer Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave). Calling hours will be Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association 440, New Karner Rd. Albany NY 12205 in memory of Susan E. Boncaro. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerFamily.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Aug. 21 to Aug. 22, 2008.

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Dennis Hurley

August 24, 2008

John, I was sorry to hear of the passing of your wife. I stopped @ the landfill Saturday and they were talking about your loss.
Jesus will take care of Susan, - and may God bless your entire family.
Dennis Hurley
(an old customer from Terminal H.)

Robin Hollingworth

August 23, 2008

Nancy & Dan-
I am so sorry to hear the news. She was a wonderful woman as is obvious from her great kids! She will be missed. My love and prayers are with you at this time.

Michel Ferris

August 23, 2008

To my Uncle John and my cousins Paul, Debbie, David, Nancy, and Anthony, and their families,

I am so sorry about your loss. I will miss Aunt Sue so very much as I know you will. I wish I could be there with you to share and relive the many stories of our youth when our families grew up together. I will miss Aunt Sue's smiles and giggles everytime I pass through Albany stopping to say hello on my visits home. I will never forget the year I lived with Aunt Sue and Uncle John and the way she would tickle me awake to let me know a school was calling me to substitute.
I will miss my Aunt Sue very much. Wish I was there.
Thinking of you all.

Mike

Dick & Flo Muzio

August 22, 2008

Dear Paul & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom
our thoughts and prayers are with you & your famliy.

Charles and Margaret Spanbauer

August 22, 2008

John and the entire Boncaro Families;
It is with great sadness that we learn of the passing of Susan Boncaro. We remember your visit to Washingon DC a few years ago and of our visit in 1989 to Albany. There are so many good events that she contributed to our lives that we all should remember. May she now rest in Peace above the clouds.

Erika Choi

August 21, 2008

Dear Deb and family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Betsy Hough

August 21, 2008

Dear Mickey and kids, although I try, I cannot find the right words to express my sympathy about losing Susan; your love, your mom, your friend. I pray that as time passes your memory of her is not so much of the pain she suffered but of the memories that make you smile.

I know I speak for Jack, Sarah and Meghan when I say that some of our fondest memories are of times spent with your family. Susan certainly made those times memorable. I will always cherish her amazing patience, her smile, her laughter, her love of family, and friends, her creative stitching, those awesome sugar cookies, and Christmas. Christmas will always bring me wonderful memories of Susan and the Boncaro family.

With love and prayers,

Betsy, Jack, Sarah and Meghan Hough

August 21, 2008

Paul, Denise and Danielle, We are very sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael, Debra, Francesca and Nicholas

Nancy Cornwell-Caswell

August 21, 2008

Denise,Paul,Dani & Boncaro Family,,
Thinking of you at this sad time. There are no words that can fill the emptiness in your heart...but perhaps it will help to know others care...So very sorry for your loss, Suzy was a very nice lady to have known.

Lisa Hewson

August 21, 2008

Nancy, Brian and Dan,
I'm very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Leslie Cahill

August 21, 2008

Nancy & Poppa Boccalucci,
Mama Boccalucci will truly be missed by myself and my children. She played a big role in "raising" my kids while I was at work. I will miss her special Christmas parties and the way she used to say "bye-bye now" when we left.
May God keep you in his care as you deal with your loss. Know that myself and my family's thoughts are with all of you.

Paul Hines

August 21, 2008

Nancy, Dan, Brian and Family,
So very sorry for the loss of your Mother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I know she was a loving Mother and she will be truly missed. God bless you.

Mary Parker

August 21, 2008

Dear Paul and Family,

I am very sorry for the loss of your dear mother. I will keep you all in my prayers that God will give you the comfort and strength you need at this time.

(I was the lady that worked in the tax office until I retired 11 years ago.)

Nancy Cornwell-Caswell

August 21, 2008

Denise, Paul & Family,,,
Thinking of you at this sad time..There are no words that can fill the emptiness in your heart...but perhaps it will help to know others care..So sorry for your loss, Suzy was a very nice lady to have known..

Trish Connolly

August 21, 2008

Paul, Denise and Dani
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. I can remember over the years of dance all the terrific things you had to say about her. Hold her in your hearts forever. Memories last a lifetime.
All our love,
Trish, Dan, Kailah, Kyra, Kylee, Keegan

Mary Beth Boncaro

August 21, 2008

To the Boncaro Family.I am so very sorry for everyones loss. I will miss her smile , her laughter , her joy everything about her, May your memories bring you comfort and peace.

Jack and Ruth Perry

August 21, 2008

Paul, I am very sorry about your loss. May God bless you and your family.

Jack and Ruth Perry

Dee Sausville

August 21, 2008

Dear Paul, Denise, Dani & the Boncaro family:
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mother/Grand Mother. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We wish you peace and comfort. If there is anything we can do just call - we are here for you.
We love you.
Love,
Jim, Dee, Catie , Niko & Tyler

Lynne Forner

August 21, 2008

Paul,
I was so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I know how sad this time is for you. My heart and thoughts are with you and your family.

August 21, 2008

Paul, Denise, Dani, and Boncaro Family,
Our sincerest sympathies at this difficult time. May your memories and love for Susan help you through. God bless,
The Ira family

C LA

August 21, 2008

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Joanna Zwink

August 21, 2008

Debbie and Family,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother, Grandmother and Friend. I remember her smile as a young girl at school functions. Peace be with you at this time. Joanna Zwink

Tom and Gail Vogel

August 21, 2008

John and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this tough time. Sue will be fondly remembered by us. If there is anything you need, give us a call.

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