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Mary Kretzler Obituary

Kretzler, Mary T. COLONIE Mary T. Kretzler, 81, passed away on Wednesday, October 17, 2007, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late David and Agnes Casla. Mrs. Kretzler lived in the Albany and Colonie area for many years. She was a communicant of St. Clare's Church where she was a member of their choir. She was also a member of the H.B. Kuhn Senior Citizen Center, where she enjoyed playing bingo. Mary enjoyed taking photos, camping and especially enjoyed spending time with her family. She was "Aunt Mary" to many children and a very special "Nana." Mary was the beloved wife of the late George B. Kretzler. She is the devoted mother of Judith A. Scaringe, Diane M. Kelly, George D. (Robin) Kretzler, Raymond F. (Ann) Kretzler, Donna M. (John) Lysiak and Patricia L. (Stephen) Paradiso. Mary is the loving sister of Sr. Patricia Casla, R.S.M. She is the cherished "Nana" of 15 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Also surviving is her sister-in-law, Janet Kretzler as well as many nieces and nephews. Mary's family would like to thank the staff at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center for the loving care they gave to Mary during her stay. Funeral services will be Monday morning at 8:15 at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave.) then to St. Clare's Church at 9:00 a.m. where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be Sunday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Evergreen Memorial Park, Colonie. Memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, Northeast New York Chapter, 1717 Central Ave., Suite 105, Albany, NY 12205 in memory of Mary T. Kretzler. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerFamily.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Oct. 19 to Oct. 20, 2007.

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JEAN TOMLINSON

October 26, 2007

TO PATTY AND FAMILY, AND ALSO OUR SPECIAL FRIEND TORY.
THE LOSS OF MARY WILL BE SO GREAT, SHE WAS ALWAYS SUCH A SMILING, HAPPY PERSON, AND ENJOYED LIFE. SHE WAS A VERY DEAR FRIEND, A GREAT HELPER, A QUITE A LISTENER.
GOING BACK TO OUR DAYS AT ST. PATRICKS WHEN YOU KIDS WERE VERY YOUNG, MARY AND I WERE IN THE PTA AND SHE WAS A WORKER. I AM VERY GLAD WE REMET IN OUR LATER YEARS AND WE BECAME GREAT FRIENDS AGAIN.
YOU WERE VERY THANKFUL TO HAVE SUCH A GREAT MOM AND NANA. MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL, HER FAMILY WAS EXTRA SPECIAL TO HER.
JEAN TOMLINSON, LOUDONVILLE

Christine Cary

October 22, 2007

Patty and Family,
I just learned of your mom's death . I am so sorry for your loss. You were wonderful to her as was your entire family. I loved your mom and always enjoyed my visits with her. Please accept my sincere sympathy. Sincerely, Chris

Linda Salerno

October 22, 2007

Ann and Ray, I am so sorry about the loss of your mother Ray. I did not know until today, I apologize for not coming to see you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourselves.

Linda Agneta

October 21, 2007

Judy, I was so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing ... Love & Light go out to you and your family at this sad time. Linda Agneta

Heather Quinones

October 21, 2007

Heather and family,
I was very sorry to hear of the passing of your nana. I know she was a very special person that meant the world to all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

The KWA Recreation staff

October 20, 2007

Mary was one of those unforgettable women. We will always remember her charming ways and that wonderful smile. Our hearts go out to all of you, thank you for allowing us to spend time with her.

Michele Lee

October 20, 2007

To all of you,
I am truly sorry on Mary's passing. I smile when I think of how much fun my Pap (Larry
Reichert)and her had after choir practice going for a pizza at Demarco's and the singing continued!

God Bless You

Michele & Tom Lee

Lori Ira

October 20, 2007

Paradiso Family-
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom, Pat. I know how much she meant to you. Just knowing you, and the few times I met her, I know she was special. Prayers.
Lori Ira and Family

Heather Hopeck

October 19, 2007

Nana,
The "HEART" of this family, you should be so proud, you have made this family what it is today and I am so honored to be your granddaughter.
You have guided me through lifes ups and downs and you helped in makeing me the women and mother I am today and I will cherish that always.
You will be very missed by myself and my family, My girls are very lucky to have an angle watch over them through out their lives too. Please Nana watch over me and guide me always I Love you and I will miss you.
Love Heather

Joe Paradiso

October 19, 2007

My Nana was the nicest person i ever knew. She loved and cared about her family so much and her family loved her too. I will miss her very much and i know a lot of other people will too. I love you Nana.

Robin Kretzler

October 19, 2007

mom, you were more than just a mother in law to me...you were my mom, my friend, my shoulder to cry on, ears to listen and help me through my problems and joys. you were the arms that hugged me when i was sad. you were with me when the girls were born and every special event in their lives. I couldn't have asked for a better person to help we through all of live ups and downs. I have told you many times that I love you as you have told me. I will miss you so much but I know you will be watching over us to keep us safe. Your were are angel on earth and now in heaven. rest in peace mom until we met again. I love you. Robin

LISA BILL & BRIANNA FERGUSON

October 19, 2007

ROBIN & GEORGE I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO FOR YOU PLEASE CALL ME LOTS OF LOVE

Heidi Blake

October 19, 2007

To my Loving and Caring Nana,
Through the years we have shared many memories. We have danced, laughed,and cried together. You were there for me through all the special moments in my life. You were and always will be a very special person who holds a piece of my heart. I will make sure that all the memories we shared will be told to my little one. I know you are watching over our family, and making sure we are safe. That is what is helping me through this tough time. I love you nana, and I will miss you very much.

Love Always & Forever,
Heid

Sarah Brown

October 19, 2007

Heather and Heidi,

I am so sorry for your loss. I won't be able to come to the wake as I have to work. Your nana was a nana to everyone in the neighborhood and will be missed greatly. My deepest sympathy to you and your family

Jay & Joan Hoenig

October 19, 2007

Mary, you are blessed with a wonderful, loving and caring family. Our thoughts and prayers are with them. I remember how you used to dress me up for Halloween when I was a child.
Love, Jay (cousin) & Joan

Joan (Porter) Cosico

October 19, 2007

Judy, I was saddened to read about your Mom's passing. I have thought about you many times over the years. Please contact me at your convenience. My love to you and your family.

Dawn Coleman

October 19, 2007

Heidi, I am so sorry to hear this terrible news. I know how much Nana ment to you. Please call me if you need anything !

Samantha DePriest

October 19, 2007

Dear George, Robin, Heather, and Heidi (and your families),

We are so sorry for your loss. Nana Kretzler had such a strong spirit and she will always be remembered in our hearts. We pray that you find strength and peace during this time. Here is a poem we would like to share with you that helped us find comfort during our loss, we hope you do to.

God saw you were getting tired,
And a cure was not to be;
So He wrapped his arms around you,
And whispered "Come to me".

A loving heart stopped beating,
Working hands laid to rest;
God took you to prove to us,
He only takes the Best.


We love you. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely, Samantha (Bianchini) DePriest and family

Lawrence & Kathleen Hoenig

October 19, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kellie and Chris Russo and Family

October 19, 2007

Our deepest sympathies are with your family in the loss of your Mom and Nana. We have many great memories of our "Aunt Mary" and will miss her very much. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Jessica Paradiso

October 19, 2007

I am gonna miss Nana very much....but i now know that she is in a better place...she was loved by so many. And will be missed by so many more...I love you nana so much and will miss you so much...

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