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Michael Revels Obituary

Michael A. Revels passed away with his loving wife, Crystal, by his side on November 25, 2015 at Ellis Hospital. The son of the late Herbert and Lucille (Brinson) Revels, Michael was born on May 24, 1958 in Manhattan. Michael worked as a housing manager at The Albany Housing Coalition Inc., where he worked with veterans in need. Prior to that, he was a case manager at Interfaith Partnership for the homeless, where he worked for several years. Michael was more than a loving father and husband, he was a great friend to many and a companion to all. He was a selfless man who always looked out for anyone in need. Michael had an extraordinary ability to captivate an audience with his quick wit and humor, as well as his life lessons. Michael leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Crystal Revels; his children, Kevin Johnson of Knoxville, TN, Shakiesha Revels of San Diego, CA, Kevin Mitchell, Latoya Revels, Patricia Revels, all of New York, NY, MaeAnna Edwards and Tyrel Buchanan, both of Schenectady, NY; his lifelong friend, Patricia Whitaker-Revels of New York, NY; and many friends and extended family members. In addition to his parents, Michael was predeceased by his grandmother, Mary Brinson. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 28 at New Comer Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie, NY. Visitation will follow the service from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be private and held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Michael's name to Peter Young Housing, Industries and Treatment by visiting www.pyhit.com.

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Nov. 28, 2015.

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Lerine Mitchell

May 28, 2018

Rip my friend..see you on the other side.

Claudia Calkins

November 30, 2015

Crystal Maeanna and Tyrel
Sorry for your lost he will always be in your hearts.You will always have all your memories with mike to cherish,All the love and the laughter.

Mom-Grandma,Claudia Calkins

Arlene Parisi

November 28, 2015

I love you so much. My prayers are with you

Tracy Greenwood

November 28, 2015

So sorry for your loss. I knew Michael from rehab.

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