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Mary Tesch Obituary

Mary Ellen Tesch, 65, passed away Sunday, April 23, 2017 with her loving family by her side. Mary was the daughter of the late James and Margaret Scanlon. Mary was the devoted wife to John Tesch. They were married 41 years. Mary is survived by her loving husband, John; sons, Jeremy, Justin, and Jacob; her loving grandchildren, Jaden Tesch and Kelsey Tesch; her brother, James E. (Caroline M.) Scanlon; loving nieces, Kelly Tripp, Alicia J. Scanlon, Jennifer M. Mogel, Megan Scanlon and Kristen L. Scanlon; and her loving friends, Claudia Fisher and Oscar. Calling hours will be held at New Comer Funerals and Cremations, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie, Wednesday, April 26, 2017 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, April 27, 2017 at 11 a.m. Along with flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Mary's memory to the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's, 310 S. Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.newcomeralbany.com.

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Apr. 25, 2017.

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Linda/Dennis Dingman

April 19, 2019

Dearest Mary, You will always have a place in our hearts. We have such fond memories of you, and will cherish them forever.

Nan Walsh

April 28, 2017

Mary was a beautiful person inside and out. She was a good friend to the Walsh family when she lived on Raymo Street-Especially to my mother-in-law Helen. Our loss is Heaven's gain.

Elizabeth Costanzo, CSJ

April 26, 2017

I am so sorry for your recent loss. Mary was on the faculty at St. Patrick's School where I was the principal. I have very fond memories of her and enjoyed being with her.

April 26, 2017

Justin and Marisha, I am so sorry for your loss. Mary Ellen and Mike Tehan

Lori & Frank Murray

April 26, 2017

Mary your beautiful smile and personality will be missed dearly. Keeping you, John and your boys in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace my friend.

elizabeth laduke

April 25, 2017

sorry for your loss mary was a beautiful woman may she rest in peace my thoughts and prayers are with you all

Judy Kenny

April 25, 2017

Mary was a delight to work with -- always laughing and smiling. Nothing fazed her - ever! I hope she enjoyed retirement - only wish it could have been longer for her. Condolences to her family - she loved you guys so much.

Jeanna S

April 25, 2017

Mary, you will be missed. I'm happy to have had the opportunity to get to know you, and be friends with you.

KELLEY

April 25, 2017

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING THE FAMILY A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

Dennis & Linda Dingman

April 25, 2017

John, Jeremy, Justin & Jacob, Our most sincere sympathy for the loss of.a most beautiful, caring, brave Lady. Mary will live in our hearts, along with fond memories we shared with her.

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