Photo courtesy of William J. Burke & Sons / Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes
SARATOGA SPRINGS, New York
Feb 17, 1944 – Feb 15, 2022 (Age 77)
Saratoga Springs, NY - Marlene Anne Sokol, 77, passed away on February 15th, 2022, surrounded by her loving family after a long hard-fought battle with kidney disease.
Born in Windsor, VT on February 17th, 1944, she is the daughter of the late Alan and Cora Branch. Marlene was raised in Springfield, VT where she graduated from Springfield high school with the class of 1962. She continued her education at the Albany Medical Center School of Nursing where she graduated in 1966 with her RN degree, she then began her career at Albany Medical Center. While in Albany, she met her husband of 54 years, Joseph F. Sokol Jr. After 6 weeks of knowing each other, they married on November 5Th, 1967. They moved to Saratoga Springs in 1971 to raise their family. She then started her 32-year career at Saratoga Hospital in 1975 before retiring in 2007.
Marlene went into nursing to be able to share her knowledge and compassion for helping others. Marlene was the most generous, loving, and caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a gentle soul who always wanted everyone around her to be happy. Marlene loved having her family together especially around the holidays. She had a passion for cooking and always looked forward to her next new recipe. She enjoyed vacationing in Maine, Myrtle Beach, New Hampshire, and Lake George alongside her family. Marlene was happiest when she was spending time with her two granddaughters, Mikayla, and Rachael. They’re relationship was inseparable, and they will forever hold the memories close to their heart.
Marlene is survived by her husband; Joseph F. Sokol Jr, her 3 children; Christine Sokol and Gregory Sokol of Saratoga Springs, Victoria Davila of Charlotte, NC, her 2 grandchildren; Mikayla and Rachael Toussaint of Saratoga Springs, her brother-in-law and sister-in-law; John and Caron Goetz of Clifton Park, and several nieces and nephews.
A special thank you to the staff at the Rubin Dialysis Center, Saratoga Hospital, and her team of physicians.
Relatives and friends may call from 5pm-7pm, Monday, February 21, 2022 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY (518-584-5373).
A graveside service will be held at 11am on Tuesday, February 22 at St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY.
Contributions can be made in honor of Marlene to the Rubin Dialysis Center.
Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com
Read MoreJoe & Family; sorry to hear about your loss. Thank God, that we still have wonderful memories. God Bless.
RAY SR & FRANCINE RUCHEL
March 04, 2022
My deepest sympathy to Marlene's family. I had the pleasure of working with Marlene at Saratoga Hospital. She was a compassionate, dedicated care giver and a great coworker. May perpetual light shine upon her.
michele talbot
February 24, 2022 | Schuylerville, NY | Coworker
Joe Sokol and family. Our sincere condolences to you and the family on the passing of your beloved Marlene. May God bless you all and may she RIP. Gene & Margaret (Peg Porter) DeLuca.
Gene DeLuca
February 20, 2022
Joe and the Sokol family my deepest sympathy on the passing of Marlene, whom like my late Paula, a loving and caring Nurse forever. God Bless her and may she Rest In Peace.
John Osterhout Retired APD
February 20, 2022 | Friend
Joe and the Sokol family, my deepest sympathies on the passing of Marlene, whom like my late Paula, a loving and caring Nurse forever. God Bless her. May she Rest In Peace.
John Osterhout Retired APD
February 20, 2022 | Watervliet, NY | Friend
Joe & Family,
Thinking of you at this very sad time.
With deepest sympathy,
John Fischer APD
John Fischer
February 19, 2022 | Albany, NY | Friend
On behalf of the Albany Medical Center Schools of Nursing, I'd like to honor the memory of Marlene and her nursing career. Our sympathy and condolences go to all her family. Nursing is giving of oneself to enhance the lives of others and she certainly fulfilled that promise. We know that her accomplishments can be measured in all the lives she touched through her dedication and caring. We are so sorry for your loss and hope that you have many wonderful memories to cherish.
Shirley Myers
February 19, 2022 | Valatie, NY | Classmate
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. I know your heart is breaking. My love and prayers for you and your family.
Darlene Ward
February 19, 2022 | Charlotte, NC | Coworker
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Darlene Ward
February 19, 2022 | Charlotte, NC | Coworker
