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Joyce Flanagan Obituary
ALBANY - Joyce Marie Flanagan died on December 25, 2025.
She was born in Boston, the daughter of the late James and Mary Hanley. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Daniel J. Flanagan Sr. She was predeceased by her sisters, Maureen Ferrandino and Sheila Cahill.
She leaves behind her devoted children, Tracy Flanagan, Kathleen (Ruben) Engel, Michael (Janet) Flanagan, Daniel (Susan) Flanagan, and Gregory Flanagan. In addition, she will be missed by her seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Calling hours are Friday January 2, 2026, 3 to 6 p.m., at Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Ave., Albany. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Francis of Assisi (formerly St. John's St. Ann's), 95 4th Ave., Albany, at 11 a.m., on Saturday, January 3, 2026.
In lieu of flowers, Joyce requested donations be made to The Food Pantry at St. John's, St. Ann's, 88 4th Ave., Albany, N.Y. 12202. A full obituary can be found at www.danielkeenanfuneralhome.com
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Patricia Furlong Munn
January 5, 2026
I'm so sorry to learn of your mother's passing. Today is the day I found out thru my children who follow Olivia. I have fond memories of Mrs Flanagan. I believe she lived a good life n now is back together with your father. You're waving good bye n your dad is waving Hello
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Linda Jackson-Chalmers
January 3, 2026
So sorry to hear of Ruth´s passing. I will miss seeing her at church. I could always count on seeing her warm smile and peace be with you handshake.
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