Anne Dowling

Anne Dowling

Anne Dowling Obituary

Published by The Record from Feb. 6 to Feb. 7, 2017.
Anne M. Dowling TROY - Anne Dowling of Troy passed away suddenly, without illness, pain, or fear; in her home on February 5, 2017. After loving her family with her whole heart, for 71 years of life, her heart sadly gave out. She is remembered for her generous, loving, and kind spirit by all who knew and loved her. An emergency room nurse at St. Mary’s Hospital/Seton Health in Troy for over 40 years, Anne touched the lives of countless men, women, and children who may not remember her name but will surely remember her kindness. Anne was predeceased by her parents; Elmer and Mary, and by her beloved brother Bill, (the Reverend William M. Bauer). She is survived and celebrated by her sons Liam and Seamus Dowling, her future daughter-in-law, Gabriela Perez, her sisters; Rita (Paul) Rohr and Mary (Jack) Maxwell, nieces, nephews, cousins, and her much beloved great-nieces and great-nephews; Maya, Bryn, Robert, Maggie, Justin, Jason, Sara, Reese, Van, Emma, and Braeden A funeral Mass will be celebrated by the Reverend James Mackey on Thursday, February 9, 2017 at 10 AM in Our Lady of Victory Church, 55 North Lake Avenue, Troy. The Rite of Committal and interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Troy. Friends are invited to attend and may also visit with Anne’s family on Wednesday, February 8, 2017 from 4 until 7 PM at the Parker Brothers Memorial, 2013 Broadway, Watervliet. For those who wish to remember Anne in a special way, contributions may be made to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, 965 Albany-Shaker Road, Latham, NY 12110 https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/1415634 Visit www.parkerbrosmemorial.com to light a candle, leave a message of sympathy and for directions.

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February 21, 2017

Michael Funge posted to the memorial.

February 12, 2017

Jack Bonesteel posted to the memorial.

February 11, 2017

Jan Halpenny posted to the memorial.

Michael Funge

February 21, 2017

Seamus,and Liam. Rita and Mary my deepest sympathy to you all. I have known Anne for nearly 50 years and was shocked to hear of her sudden death. After Christmas we had just been arranging for a get together when she came down to Florida for the wedding. She was a Wonderful,wonderful person and we will all miss her. Rest in Peace Anne.

Jack Bonesteel

February 12, 2017

Sincere condolences, Mary, to you and your family. May Anne rest in peace.

Jan Halpenny

February 11, 2017

Liam, Seamus, Mary, and Rita; my heart is with you as we all struggle to accept the loss of a such a wonderful and caring person as was your mom and sister. Anne was very special to me and my family for almost 50 years. Farewell my Friend, we will remember you fondly and with smiles.

February 10, 2017

Rita and Mary, Jim and I were saddened to hear about Ann'e's passing. We have very found memories of our friendship with Anne.
She was a very dedicated nurse who helped many people with her gentleness. Jim and Marilyn Kennedy Burkstrand.

Lori Will-Allen

February 9, 2017

Mary and family I am sorry to hear of Anne's passing. Rest In Peace Anne

Karen Dowling

February 9, 2017

Thoughts and prayers with Liam and Seamus. May Anne rest in peace. From the Dowling Family, Ballacolla, Co.Laois. Ireland

Walter Schouler

February 8, 2017

Thoughts and prayers for Ann and her family
May she RIP

Paul and Joyce Christianon

February 8, 2017

We send our love and hugs to Anne's family. We have known you and loved you through Camp Calumet for over 30 years. May God be with you all at this time.

Mary Murphy

February 8, 2017

Anne was an amazing Lady,with a heart filled with love for her boys,Mary and Rita their entire families .I have memories that span 50 years,Miss you dear friend,Murphy Little Rock.

RichardandLILY Burke

February 8, 2017

Our deepest sympathy on your loss. We have wonderful memories of Anne when she visited Kilkenny Ireland.

February 8, 2017

mary and family
i was so saddened when i read of anne's passing. i will always fondly remember her and her kindness when we worked at st.mary's together. may the memories that you hold close to your heart make you smile and give you peace.

mickie kehn

Krista Joels

February 8, 2017

To Anne's family I am so sorry for the loss of your mother she was a great person. She will be missed.

David ODonnell

February 8, 2017

My deepest for Anne's family. I will always remember the kindness and wisdom she showed to me during our years of working together.

Kathy Anthony

February 8, 2017

So very sorry for your loss. Anne was a great nurse, mentor, and friend. She will be missed.

Noel Peters

February 7, 2017

Mary,and Ann's entire family I am so sorry for your loss she will be missed by many,many prayers ,Love Noel

Bob & Kris Weaver

February 7, 2017

To Anne's family~. We are so saddened to hear of Anne's passing. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace, Anne.

Lauren Nieb

February 7, 2017

Our hearts are feeling Heavy for you and your Family Liam, We are blessed to have met your Mom and know how Happy she was whenever she was around you. As a Mother our greatest gift you could ever give us is to see you Happy. Love and Prayers to you all.

Fiona Dowling

February 7, 2017

Deepest sympathies to Seamus, Liam, Gabriela and Family. Ar dheis De go raibh a h-anam.

Peggy Douglass

February 7, 2017

My deepest condolences to all of Anne's family. Anne and I were good friends at CCHS and we would talk about old times when I would take my dad to St Mary's ED. So sorry for your loss. She was a great lady.

Lisa Badolato -Allen

February 7, 2017

To Anne's Family,

I am very sorry for your loss at this most difficult time.

The Staff of Parker Bros. Memorial Funeral Home

February 7, 2017

Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.

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February 21, 2017

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