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Gary Stenglein Obituary

Stenglein, Gary E. SCHENECTADY Gary E. Stenglein, 61 of Schenectady passed away on Thursday afternoon, June 27, 2019, at St. Peter's Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Albany, a son of Conrad George and Ruth Marie (Miller) Stenglein. Gary lived most of his life in Colonie. He was employed for over 20 years at New England Motor Freight in Albany until his retirement in 2017. Gary loved his friends and his cat, Summer. He was an avid woodworker who enjoyed vacations to Lake George and Cape Cod. He was an avid New York Giants fan and looked forward to his Sunday afternoons during football season. He also enjoyed watching Gunsmoke and Bonanza. But most of all, he loved spending time with his wife, Lynn and his family. Gary was predeceased by his parents and his brother, Ronald Perry. He is survived by his wife Lynn (Sofia) Stenglein of Schenectady; his stepson, Micah Edelman of Scotia; his brothers, Ernest J. Perry of Colonie, Conrad W. Stenglein (Nancy) of Murrells Inlet, S.C., Casey D. Stenglein (Theresa) of Schenectady; and his sister, Deborah M. West (David) of Loudonville. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, June 30, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9 a.m. on Monday, July 1 at St. Clare's Church, 1947 Central Avenue, Colonie. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens in Colonie.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Jun. 29, 2019.

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Kathleen

June 25, 2020

Lynn/ and family /Wow 1 year ago.Lynn my heart goes out to you,and entire family.Gary and You were so sweet to Ron He Loved all of you.So Sorry Love Kath.

Kathleen O'Neill Perry

June 29, 2019

Lynn,Teri,Casey and family.I am so sorry my thoughts and prayers are with all of you..I remember when I first met him He was so nice to Ron and funny too. Love Kathy.

Caryn Scott

June 29, 2019

Teri and Casey, so sorry for your loss. God speed him to his next destination.

Paul Seney

June 29, 2019

Connie and Stenglein family, Please accept my most sincere condolences for the passing of Gary. My prayers are for the family at this time of sorrow. Paul Seney Murrells Inlet, SC

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3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

New Comer Cremations & Funerals

343 New Karner Road, Colonie, NY

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Mass of Christian Burial

9:00 a.m.

St. Clare's Church

1947 Central Avenue, Colonie, NY

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