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John F. Volks Jr.

John Volks Obituary

John F. Volks, Jr., "Jack", 56, of Bellview Road, died Wednesday, September 16, 2009, at his residence. Born in Troy, he was the son of the late John F. Volks, Sr. and Rose Winkelman Volks of Troy and husband of Kathy Anzalone Volks of Troy. Raised and educated in Troy, he was a graduate of Lansingburgh High School, class of 1972. Jack was a bus driver for the Center for Transportation in Albany. He previously worked for many years as a salesman for Carpet Master in Latham. He also was proprietor of Jack Volks Flooring Installation. He was a communicant of St. Anthony's Church, Troy and a member of the bingo committee. Jack enjoyed motorcycling, gardening and was a New York Yankees and Giants fan. Survivors include a son, John F. Volks, III of Troy; a sister, Eileen Geracitano (David) of Latham; a brother, Matthew Volks (Debra) of Schenectady; his dear friend, Sandy Anselment; and several nieces and nephews. Jack was predeceased by his brother, Peter Volks; and sisters, Barbara and Susan Volks. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, September 21, 2009, in St. Anthony of Padua Shrine Church, State Street, Troy. Burial will follow in St. John's Cemetery, Troy. Calling hours will be 9 to 11 a.m. prior to the Mass in church. Donations may be made to The Rourke Center, St. Anthony's of Padua Church, 28 State St. Troy, NY 12180. For guestbook please visit www.mcloughlinmason.com.

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Sep. 20, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for John Volks

23 Entries

Chris & Erika Taylor

September 25, 2009

We were very sad to hear of Jack's passing. He was such a nice guy who always greeted everyone with a smile. We know he will be missed by the Carpetmaster family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jeanette and Dina

September 25, 2009

Dear Volks Family,
John has been my daughter's Bus Driver at the Center for Disability Services for several months. We will miss his cheery smile and warmth. He was always very efficient and respectful. Our sympathies go to his family. We were very sad to hear of his passing. He will remain in our thoughts and prayers.

Patricia Peabody

September 23, 2009

Dear Kathy and John:
I'm so very sorry to hear of Jacks passing. He was a great guy, funny and always a gentleman. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you today and I will hold you up in prayer to our heavenly Father who WILL care for you both. Please call me for anything!
Your friend, Patti

September 22, 2009

Dear Rose, Kathy, John, Eileen and Matt, We were devastated to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts today, tomorrow and always.
Sincerely,
Rosemary Vielkind &
Connie Lord

Todd Ash

September 22, 2009

Rose,
I was shocked to hear of your loss. Please know how very sorry I am. Jack is with Peter now - the memories I have of them always make me smile.
Todd Ash

September 21, 2009

dave--eilenn--nickie--david--and mookie--i feel your pain believe i know the feelng(dave and eileen i forgot the(son and daughters inlaw names)

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John O'Brien

September 21, 2009

Dear Volks family,

From all the O'Briens in Glens Falls and beyond, our deep feelings and prayers are with you. It was a blessing for us to know Jack through Peter! And we are blessed to know all of you. Please let Rose know that all of you are held in our hearts tonight. May God grant you His merciful Wisdom and with it, His peace!

Jude Mullins

September 21, 2009

Dear Kathy,

I'm so sorry to read about Jack's passing. Please know that I'm with you and John in prayer. Love always.

September 21, 2009

Kathy,
So sorry to hear of your loss.You and John are in our prayers.
The Desmond Family.

Mary Delaney Marzucco

September 21, 2009

Kathy
I just heard of your loss, I hope the happy memories will help you get thru this difficult time . I remember Jack and His family from many years ago back in Troy. Wish I was there to help you as you are always there to support our family in the time of need. Jack is at peace now.

Chris & Bob Tyler

September 21, 2009

Dear Kathy and John III, we send our most heartfelt sympathies to you and please know that you will both be in our prayers at this very difficult time. My God grant you the Peace that only he can provide.

Joe and Val Childs

September 21, 2009

Matt
To you and your family, we send our most heart felt sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Cathy MacWhinnie-Boucher

September 20, 2009

Kathy & John II,
I am so very sorry about the loss of your husband Jack. I just read this tonight.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I love you Kathy and all the fun times we had at Tax and Finance. May God give you peace in your time of sorrow.

Stewart Zavolinsky

September 20, 2009

Dear Volks family

I too, worked with John at the Center for Disability Services, in the transportation department. John and I started together in November of 2008. John was a great guy. He was quiet, yet a strong presence among us. I will always remember John as a gentleman, always polite, with always a kind word.
May his memory serve as a blessing for you, and all who had the priveledge of knowing him.

September 20, 2009

Dear Kathy, John Jr. Eileen, Matt and Aunt Rose,
Our family has been thinking of you thru this sad time. My God bring you comfort and peace.
My thoughts of Jackie go way back-when he tried to teach me play pool and gave me sips of his beer while my mom and her beloved sister Rose visited upstairs. My brother Seth and I had fun with our cousins. Jackie was always so good to us when we would visit from Ithaca for family events. Blessing Rachel, Floyd, Reinemarie and Blaise Ayers

Evelyn Fields

September 20, 2009

Dear Volks family
I worked with John at the Center For Disabilities services and i am so sad to hear about is passing, John was wonderful,hardworking,and i will miss his smile greeting me in the morning towards our buses. Your family is in my prayers.God Bless you all.
Evelyn N.Fields and family

September 20, 2009

Kathy and John We are so sorry to hear about the passing of John...He was a really nice and kind guy ..he will be greatly missed..
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Therese, Danny, and Vicky and family(Marble/McGowan family)
(Troy NY)

Mary Bodenstab

September 20, 2009

Kathy & family,
I am so sorry to hear of John's passing, may the most merciful God comfort you in this great time of sorrow. You are in my prayers today and in the days to come.

September 20, 2009

Eileen, Kathy, Rose please receive our deepest sympathy. Pilar, Mama Viole, Guillermo and I are thinking and praying for you all. Blanca Ramos

Richard Folger

September 20, 2009

Kathy, Eileen, and Matt, I was very sad to hear about Jackie. I just thought of him the other day when I saw an old VW bus. Being in Jackie's company was always a pleasant experience. He had a good sense of humor and made you laugh. He will be missed. Please accept my deepest sympathy to you all. My thoughts and prayers go with you at this time. Richard (Doc) Folger

SYLVIA BURROUGHS

September 20, 2009

KATHY, I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR HUSBAND'S PASSING. MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR SON.
SINCERELY, SYLVIA

September 20, 2009

Kathy and John.
I am sorry to hear about Jack. He was a nice man, always fun to be around. I will always remember our times at the ball field. My thoughts and prayer's are with both of you.
John Kilcullen

Bill Fitzgerald

September 20, 2009

Eileen and Matt;
All though it has been many years since I have seen any of you. I still carry the memories of our all growing up together. Please accept my deepest sympathies on Jacks' passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Bill Fitzgerald

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