William "Champ" Guiry

Dear Aunt Betty, I am so sorry to hear of uncle Champie's passing. I have a lot of wonderful Christmas memories of the family together. I can still remember grandma telling me the story of when uncle champie told her he was going to marry you someday! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you always, Marie Allyson Guiry-Parker

Thinking of all of you. You're in my prayers.

I met Champ in 1953 when St. Patrick's (PM champions) played Cathedral (AM champions) for the CYO basketball title. It was our "gold medal" game. Even at that age, players spoke of Champ in awe. Before and after the game. Those indelible memories, learning teamwork and good sportmanship are emphasized by Champ's character and personality. From that gold medal day forward, whenever we met,Champ greeted and treated me more as a teammate that an opponent. Most of us lack the knack, but Champ...

Dear Dennis & Family, Take comfort in all the memories you have with Champ, they will help you through this difficult time. Our prayers are with you all. Mary Kay & Gary Albert

To the entire Guiry Family,
I first met Champ when we were batboys for the Alb Elks of The Twilight League. What a great guy..... I look back and remember whenever I made a mistake, the players would always say: "your no Champ Guiry". Over the years when we would cross paths, we always shared a laugh about that.
A wonderful guy and a real role model.
Albany will miss one of its best athletes. Our Lord couldn't wait any longer. He needed some help with training in Heaven.

Dear Betty & Family
I know it has been many years since we last got together, but like the rest of our long established friends who started their own families and moved from here to there, it was always a great fun time to share with each other
over the close years.
"Champ" was what he was by all who knew him and taking the time to read through the Guest Book, is a great honor bestowed on the person he was.
My Heartfelt sympathy on his passing and he will always remain in...

Aunt Betty and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Coleen, Joe, and Guiry Family, Mr.Guiry was an Awesome man. He will have a special place in each of your hearts forever. Cherish the beautiful memories. Our sincere thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Love, James and Jill Lieberman

Dear Aunt Betty, Dennis, Patty, Collen and Scott.

Uncle Champ wasn't only a Great MAN in his life but also a great Husband, Father and Grandfather as well. He will be greatly missed and his memories and stories will remain in our hearts forever. Every time I get upset thinking of Uncle Champ it doesn't last long because a smile and laugh soon follow when memories come to mind. We are truly sorry for your loss and you will be in our thoughts and prayers. Love always,