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John J. Gilbride

1937 - 2014

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1937

DIED

2014

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John Gilbride Obituary

Gilbride, John J. ALBANY John J. Gilbride, 77, passed away on September 1, 2014 at Our Lady of Life Mercy Center surrounded by his loving family. John was born on August 19, 1937 in Manhattan to the late John and Bridget Gilbride. He graduated from Manhattan College in 1959 and worked for the New York State Department of Civil Service for more than 30 years. John was a communicant of Christ the King Church for the last 39 years and was involved in many church and school fundraising activities. John is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Margaret "Peggy" Gilbride; his daughters, Maureen (Daniel) Mears and Peggy Anne (Sean) O'Donnell. John is the cherished grandfather "Pop" of Daniel J. Mears, Kayleigh G. O'Donnell and Maeve C. O'Donnell. He is also survived by his brother Michael Gilbride and many cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at Our Lady of Life Mercy Center for the care and compassion given to John. Calling hours for John will be held at Christ the King Church, 20 Sumter Ave., Guilderland, on Friday, September 5 from 4 - 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated for John on Saturday, September 6 at Christ the King Church at 9:30 a.m. Interment will be at Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery. Those wishing to remember John and his family in a special way may make contributions to: Colonie Senior Service Centers Bright Horizons Adult Day Services, 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY 12205. To leave a special message for the family online please visit NewcomerAlbany.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Sep. 3 to Sep. 4, 2014.

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Diane Vennard

September 7, 2014

Dear Maureen and family, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May he be resting in peace with the Angels.

September 5, 2014

Peggy, Maureen,& Peggyanne,
May God Bless all of you! May His Love give you the strength & courage
to remember your Dad, as a loving & caring person.
Love,
Jayne & Emil

September 4, 2014

It was my pleasure to know John. He was an honest, sincere co-worker.
Dave Sleeter

Kristen Townsend (Smith)

September 3, 2014

Maureen & Peggy Ann ~

I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing...I have such fond memories with your family when we were on starfish. .and of course evening scrabble games at your house...sending lots of hugs & prayers to all of you at this most difficult time.

Karen (Jablonski) and Joe Powers

September 3, 2014

Peggy and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. John hired me for my first professional job, and has always held a special place in my heart. I am sure that he is with God now and will watch over you as a angel from above.

fjohn reinke (mc1968)

September 3, 2014

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any man's death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.

Catherine Caruso

September 3, 2014

Peggy and Family--

May the wonderful memories made as a family help you during this difficult time of transition. May God Bless John, you and your family always.

John Maloney

September 3, 2014

Peggy Anne I am sorry to hear of your fathers passing.Your Dad was one of the nicest guys I had the pleasure of meeting while you girls were at AHS.Another Jasper gone way to soon.I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

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