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John Gottstein Obituary
MENANDS - John F. Gottstein, 83, passed away peacefully August 11, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Albany, N.Y., October 10, 1941 to his loving mother, Alberta Conley Gottstein, whom he was so proud to have cared for at home until her passing.
John was a strong yet gentle man whose huge heart, generosity, and kindness towards others guided him through life. He was a true caregiver, and was known to have helped friends, family, and even many strangers in need.
John attended Albany High School, and immediately after, joined the United States Marine Corps. in 1960, and completed his service in 1964. John started his career as a union ironworker with Local #12, and finished his career as a Teamster with Local #294.
John was a natural athlete. In high school, even as a freshman, he was a first string quarterback on the varsity team. Throughout his life he always kept active, participating in many sports, but his true passion was boxing. He'd be the first to tell you that he had worn out six heavyweight punching bags in his day.
John is survived by his son, John Gottstein Jr.; his daughter, Amy Gottstein; his grandchildren, Ashleigh, Austin, Hailey, and Sydney. Survived also by those he was a special Dad to, Mary Falvo and Matthew Steffens. He was predeceased by his siblings, Joseph Gottstein and Carol Caban.
The family would like to extend extreme love and gratitude to Michael and Helen Wood for their ongoing support and selflessness.
A private family service will be held in honor of John's life.
To leave a message for the family, please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com
Donations in John's memory may be made to Community Hospice at communityhospice.org or by mail to 310 S. Manning Blvd., Albany, N.Y. 12208.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Ramsis Berghela
August 24, 2025
Big John
I was closer to you than to even my own uncles. You always treated me like a son. I loved you. I am sending my condolences to your family.
Ramsis Berghela
Elaine Nevi
August 22, 2025
John was a gentle giant. Such a loving man. He loved his family as dearly as they did him. His son John, his daughter Amy and his dear friend Matt cared for him till the end. He had such kindness in his heart. He will be forever remembered with love.
My love to all,
Elaine Nevi
Jim Buckley
August 20, 2025
My sincere condolences to the Gottstein family. John and I became the best of friends when his family moved to Norwood Avenue. We went to different high schools and lost contact for a years but every time we ran into each other it was like old times. John was a terrific athlete. I remember when he was 11 at a Little League tryout he hit 2 back to back home runs out of the park on Ontario St.
So sorry for your loss.
Michael and Helen Wood
August 20, 2025
John, Amy, and Matt,
I have so many great memories of your dad and grandmother that I could write a book. They were both great friends and treated me like family.They both played a large part in my life. I miss your grandmother to this day and your dad is really going to be missed immensely. You and Matt did a great job caring for him especially in his final days. May his soul rest in peace. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Deepest sympathies,
Michael and Helen Wood
Debbie Ciccone
August 19, 2025
My condolences to my dearest friend John and family. Your Dad was an amazing man, who adored his children and grandchildren beyond words. He was full of life and laughter. He was a true care giver to his mother and brother Joe. You John are the mirror image of your Dad in that regard. You love hard, and no one adored your Dad more than you. You´ve looked out for him your entire adult life, and never left his side during his lengthy illness. He will be so missed. Thank God you have a lifetime of forever memories. Your loss is heavens gain. Always and forever, Debbie
Becky Gottstein Holden
August 17, 2025
We loved Uncle John...our father, Carl, John´s oldest brother, loved him most of all.
Peter nardolillo
August 17, 2025
John was a great man and a good friend,I respected him for being a stand up guy.from the twist palace the south mall and seeing him ln Stewart´s he always had good things to say.rest in peace John and simper fi !
George Kapsaroff
August 17, 2025
I'd like to remember Johnny in Carl's car with Carl and Joe at Buckingham Pond in Albany. Carl would have his newspapers and he and Johnny would be discussing world politics and sports and make Joe laugh. It's rare today to witness the kind of love and caring shared by these brothers towards each other. Johnny spoke often with pride about his children and Carl's. He was true patriarch of his family and loved them dearly. Heaven will be a better place with Johnny there. Condolences to the family. Rest in peace Johnny.
Sincerely,
Georgie Kapsaroff
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