Gene J. "Geno" Cropsey

Gene J. "Geno" Cropsey obituary, Rensselaer, NY

Gene J. "Geno" Cropsey

Gene Cropsey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wm. J. Rockefeller Funeral Home, Inc. - Rensselaer on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Latham - Gene J. "Geno" Cropsey, 74, passed away on September 8, 2025, in Albany, NY surrounded by family. Born April 16, 1951, in Troy, NY, he was son to the late Charles and Dorothy (Blake) Cropsey. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Robert and Matthew Cropsey. Gene served honorably in the Army from 1971 to 1973, dedicating his early years to his country. Following his military service, he embarked on a notable career, spending three decades as a Chemical Operator with GAF/BASF and Organichem in Rensselaer. In his retirement, he continued to work as a delivery driver for Mooradian Hydraulics & Equipment. A graduate of Columbia High School, Gene was known for his fun-loving and warm-hearted nature. He was a family-oriented man, generous and always thoughtful, making him a wonderful father and a great friend. His hobbies included NASCAR, cruising on his motorcycle, all things automotive and savoring good food. Above all, Gene cherished spending time with his family and friends. Gene is survived by his daughters, Christine (Jeff) Buhrmaster and Regina (Greg) Martino; former wife and friends, Carmela (Mark) Hicks; his beloved cousin, Maryann Keehan; and cherished friends, Janet Conway, Joseph Piperata, Deb McCarthy, and Wayne (Dottie) Dixon. He also leaves behind his extended family at Mooradian Hydraulics & Equipment. Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, September 11, 2025, from 9 am to 11 am in the Wm. J. Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer. A funeral service will follow in the funeral home at 11 am. Interment is in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society in Gene's memory. Gene's life and legacy will be remembered fondly by all who knew and loved him.
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