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Charles Ray Stealey

Charles Stealey Obituary

Stealey, Charles Ray GUILDERLAND, N.Y. Charles Ray "Sudsy" Stealey, 80, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, December 4, 2007, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Pittsburgh, Pa., he was the son of the late Charles and Ruth Stealey. Mr. Stealey was a World War II U.S. Army veteran serving in the Pacific Theater in the Philippines. He worked for the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co., Local 294, for 42 years, before his retirement in 1991. Sudsy was a longtime member of the Guilderland Elks. He enjoyed his camp in Nassau and especially loved spending time with family and friends. He was the beloved husband of 60 years to the late Alice E. Stealey. He is the devoted father of Chuck (Betty) Stealey, Robert (Sandra) Stealey, David (Donna) Stealey, Donald (Debbie) Stealey, Richard (Susan) Stealey and "Daddy's Little Girl," Patty (Bill) Durand. He was predeceased by his son, James Stealey. Also surviving are 18 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday morning at 10:00 at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt.155-south of Central Ave). Calling hours will be on Friday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Memory's Garden, Colonie. At the request of the family, memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205 in memory of Charles R. Stealey. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerFamily.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Dec. 6 to Dec. 7, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Charles Stealey

20 Entries

JoAnne Burnside

December 16, 2007

Debbie and Family, please know that my prayers and special thoughts have been with you since the passing on December 4 of your dear loved one, Charles.

Steve and Tammy Whitman

December 10, 2007

We were sadden to hear about the passing of your father. However we know that he is in a much happier place now with his wonderful wife Alice.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Stealey Family.

Mike Schenkel

December 8, 2007

Dave and Donna:

We'er deeply saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Your friends
Debbie and Mike Schenkel

Linda Tuck

December 7, 2007

Ricky
Truly sorry for your loss.
My thoughs and prays are with you.
Thank God for all your family and
friends.They are there for you.
god bless. Linda (VCS)

BETH McMILLAN/ROGERS

December 7, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Christopher & Tracy Wronoski

December 7, 2007

Don, Deb, Erin, Lauren & Shauna - Our prayers are with you and all of your family. God Bless.

Eleanor Fritz

December 7, 2007

My sincere sympathy to all of you in Ray's family. He was much more than a cousin to me. We grew up together. My regret is that I did not get to know any of you. He is at peace now. God's blessing to you all. With love, Eleanor Fritz

FRANK & RADINE THOMAS

December 7, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Betty Hug

December 7, 2007

Bob and Sandy, Bob I am so sorry on the loss of your dad, but he is at peace now and with his beloved Alice. My all your happy memory's that you had with your dad give you peace.

Betty and Charlie Hug

Theresa Benvenuti

December 7, 2007

Chuck,
So sorry to read about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Irene Bink

December 7, 2007

Dear Uncle Chuck, Betty and the whole family. I hope you know my love and prayers go out to all of you. I didn't know your dad, but I do know its hard to lose someone so dear to you. May God bless and keep you all in this time of sorrow and the days to follow.

Karen martin

December 7, 2007

Rick & family my heartfelt sympathies to all of you at this time. May God hold him in the palm of his hand..God Bless

Ed Oleski

December 7, 2007

On behalf of Teamsters Local 294 Retirees I would like to express our sincerest sympathy to All Charlie’s family and loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ed Oleski Teamsters Local 294 Retirees Recording Secretary

Fran Hughes

December 6, 2007

Dear Chuck,

I am very sorry about your dad. May he rest in peace. I hope you are doing well.

Tom Burgess

December 6, 2007

Chuck & Betty: So sorry to hear of your loss. The death of a father is always hard more so this time of year. God bless you and the rest of your family. My heartfelt sympathy is with you all.

Sue Lasch

December 6, 2007

Chuck & Betty,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dave and Susie

CHRISTINE dearstyne

December 6, 2007

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

CHRISTINE dearstyne

December 6, 2007

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Kathy McGuire

December 6, 2007

Dear Chuck & Betty,
I'm so sorry for your loss.
It's so hard when you loose someone
this time of year. Now he is at peace.
I'll keep you in my prayers

Art Audi

December 6, 2007

Chuck,

Sorry to hear about your Fathers' death, he was a great guy.

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