Philip J. Garry Jr.

Philip Garry Obituary

Garry, Philip J. Jr. COLONIE, N.Y. Philip J. Garry Jr., 88, of Colonie, passed away at his home on Tuesday, October 16, 2007. He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Philip J. Garry Sr. and Margaret G. Garry. Mr. Garry had resided in Colonie for 60 years. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving his country during World War II. Phil was a naval inspector for the federal government for 35 years before his retirement. After retirement, Phil worked for seven years at the Albany County Airport. Mr. Garry was a communicant of St. Clare's Church where he served as an usher for many years. He was a loyal Siena basketball fan, a Notre Dame football fan and also enjoyed camping. Phil is the beloved husband of 64 years to Dorothy Garry. He is the devoted father of Deborah (Gregory) Cyran of Clifton Park and Philip J. (Marcia) Garry III of Colonie. He is the loving brother of Rosemary (Robert) Conway of Rensselaer and the late Elizabeth Colloton and Joan Oropallo. Phil is the cherished grandfather of Matthew Cyran and Alyssa Garry. He is the special uncle and godfather of Terrence O'Hare. Also surviving are many other nieces and nephews. The Garry family would like to extend a special thank you to the Colonie Police Department and Colonie EMS. Funeral services will be Saturday morning at 8:15 at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave.) then to the Church of St. Clare at 9:00 a.m. where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be Friday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Memory's Garden, Colonie. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Clare's Church Building Fund, 1947 Central Ave., Albany, NY 12205 in memory of Philip J. Garry Jr. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerFamily.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Oct. 18 to Oct. 19, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Philip Garry

10 Entries

pamela sager

October 19, 2007

Dear Debbie & PJ
What a special and honorable man your Dad was and is. He was our Father's best friend, but most of all he was a man of great character whom we cared about and respected. We are sure Phil and Jack are together now swapping stories. Our love and prayers are with you all. Pam, Bill, Chick, Beth and Dan Pritchard.

Joe Romand

October 18, 2007

“Little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide, and though we cannot see you, you are always by our side. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.”

Phil and Marsha, may the Lord comfort you and give you strength during this difficult time.

Tom Foggo

October 18, 2007

Phil,

Please accept my sincerest sympathy on the passing of your Dad.

Sincerely

Sandra France

October 18, 2007

Phil,

My thought and prayers are with and your family.

Don Kintner

October 18, 2007

Phil

Your dad was a great guy and I will never forget how much he loved ND. I will surely miss his smile every Sunday!

Marian Berg (Kuehn)

October 18, 2007

Please accept my prayers and deepest sympathy in the passing of your brother. Fondly, Marian

Lou Cioffi

October 18, 2007

Phil and family, My sincere sympathies to you and your family on the passing of your dad. Sincerely, Lou Cioffi

Paul Brucker

October 18, 2007

Phil&Deb,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. May your memories bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time.

Paul, Julie, Jake, and Rachel Brucker

Carol Larsen

October 18, 2007

Dear Debbie,
So sorry about the lose of your dear father. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family and you have been in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Carol and Dave Larsen

Patti Hanlon

October 18, 2007

Debbie,

I am so sorry for you loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know your Dad is at peace and he smiling down on such a wonderful and devoted daughter. Of course he was a great man, his daughter is one of the best.

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