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MICHAEL E. "MICK" CHASKEY

MICHAEL CHASKEY Obituary

Michael E. "Mick" Chaskey, 57, of Albany, NY, and formerly of Plattsburgh, passed away suddenly on July 6, 2010, at Elizabethtown Hospital in Elizabethtown, NY, after enjoying a day on Lake Champlain. He was born in Plattsburgh, NY, on May 10, 1953, the son of Harold and Margaret "Peg" (McGaulley) Chaskey. Mick graduated from Mount Assumption Institute in 1971, he then attended Siena College and later graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh. Mick worked for the New York State Division of Housing, Housing Trust Fund, as an accountant in Albany, NY. He was very proud of his 26 years with New York State and the friendships he developed throughout his years there. When Mick was not working, he spent his time doing what he loved most, being with his family and friends at his camp in Port Kent, NY, and on his boat on Lake Champlain. Mick loved the Adirondacks and all it had to offer. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Mick was predeceased by his parents. He is survived by his fiancee, Kathleen Remer of Albany, NY; four children, Nathan Chaskey and wife, Erica of Athens, GA, Kimberly Toedtman and her husband, James of Princeton, NJ, Joshua Chaskey of Buford, GA, and Carter Chaskey of Niskayuna, NY; a stepson, Matthew Remer of Eugene, OR; three grandchildren, whom he cherished, Madden, Sylvia, and Zachary Toedtman; four brothers, John Chaskey and Diane of Burden Lake, NY, Thomas Chaskey and his companion, Terry Caron of Plattsburgh, Dr. Harold "Skip" Chaskey and his wife, Erin of Plattsburgh, NY, James Chaskey of West Chazy, NY; and a sister, Patricia Holcomb and her husband, Richard of Plattsburgh, NY; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins also survive him; and his favorite dog, Baxter. Calling hours will be held on Friday, July 9, 2010, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Brown Funeral Home in Plattsburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, July 10, 2010, at 10 a.m. at St. John's Church in Plattsburgh. Donations in Mick's memory may be made to Big Brother, Big Sisters of America, c/o Brown Funeral Home. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home, 29 Broad St., Plattsburgh, NY 12901. Online condolences and memorial candles may be offered at www.brownfuneralhomeinc.com

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Jul. 9, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for MICHAEL CHASKEY

18 Entries

Denise Herb Mazzotta

July 18, 2010

I will always remember Mick fondly from our time together at Siena...I send Jack and all of the Chaskey Family my sincere condolences on your loss.

July 14, 2010

Mick always wore a smile that was contagious. He was a gentle and kind man who loved life, friends, and especially his family. He knew how to talk to people and make them laugh. His laughter will be forever tickling our souls. Mick had a genuine heart of gold that will bless us forever.
Peace, Love, and Blessings,
Nick Fraley

AnneMarie Ed Fraley

July 13, 2010

Dear Chaskey Family and Friends.
We are deeply sorry for the loss of Mick. He will beyond a doubt be missed. We first met him many years ago at our son'(s) soccer games. However over the years our paths have crossed at many social gatherings. I have to say he always was pleasant, kind and ready for a laugh. His time with us was too short and his memory will be cherished. May his enjoyable spirit will always live in our hearts.
Peace, Love and Blessings
The Fraley's-Ed, Anne Marie, Josh & Nick

dale metzger

July 13, 2010

jack,kids and kathy.my thoughts are with you at this time.mickey was a good friend,classmate, and roomate(summer of 73)when we lived in that rathole on dana ave in albany and worked at the post office. i will alaways remember the trip we took to the biggest rock fest in history WATKINS GLEN to see the dead,allmans bros and the band.and to quote mickey."that's somma joke boss" we laughed about that for 30 +years.mick you were one of a kind and will miss seein yer smillin face...boss....see you on the other side.peace

Angela Bartoszek Street

July 12, 2010

Dear Chaskey Family,
We were very sorry to hear of Mickey's passing. From the Bartoszek Family to yours, we send along our deepest sympathies to you all. Let the fond memories of Mickey live on as he has touched so many lives...he is in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Angela Bartoszek Street & Family

Joe Quinlan

July 11, 2010

To the Chaskey family, I am very sorry for Mickey's passing. I will miss him. I have fond memories of the times I spent with Mickey and the Chaskey family. My wife Maryrita extends her condolences as well

July 10, 2010

Dear Carter and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. He was a kind volunteer coach and we fondly remember him and our soccer days. Thinking of you Tom and Patty & Dan Johnson

Cindy Rosenthal

July 9, 2010

Carter,
I am sorry for the loss of your dad. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Din Cahill

July 9, 2010

We are truly sorry for your loss. Mickey was a great person who always had a smile on his face. Jack we are very very sorry. Din and Carol Cahill

Barb Pinckney

July 9, 2010

Tom and Terry,
I never had the pleasure of meeting Mick, but I know he was a special man. How could he not be, being a Chaskey? My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Love, Barb (and Dale and the girls)

Barb Goldstein

July 9, 2010

Mick -always with a quick smile and laugh. condolences to the Chaskeys - esp in my memories of mick and of jack. I offer prayers for the family.

Drew Amyot

July 8, 2010

Carter, I am very sorry to hear about your loss...he was a great guy and brought many great memories...my thoughts are with you and your family

July 8, 2010

To all of Mick's family, We are so sorry to hear of Mick's tragic passing. Our whole family loved him dearly. He was one of our favorite Siena friends and waited all year to see him at Bellstock, it won't be the same without him! Jack, I send you my strength, you, too mean the world to me. Our prayers to all his children and family. Jim, Joleen, Seth and Eden Roe

Mick always greeted me with love, laughter and then we would proceed to talk about the kids, sharing tales and stories of what they have been up to during the past year. We will keep the candle burning and toast one to Mick at Bellstock. Keeping you in our hearts forever and always...Embrace the signs...Joleen

Beatrice Perera

July 8, 2010

Carter, I am so sorry to hear about your loss...my prayers are with you and your family.

Lisa Morrell

July 8, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Steve & Sue Amyot

July 8, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss.

Manny Biondi

July 8, 2010

Mick liked people and people liked him. He always made the best of the worst and faced lifes challenges with warmth and humor. Everyone that knew him will miss him dearly.

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