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Michael DonVito Obituary
WYNANTSKILL - Michael J. DonVito Jr., age 81, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Born in Albany, raised his family in Colonie, and retired in Wynantskill. Michael was a graduate of Christian Brothers Academy (CBA), retired from Local 370, United Brotherhood of Carpenters as a Union Organizer. He was the former President of the Snyder's Lake Association, Boy Scouts of America Scoutmaster of Troop #22, religious education teacher, lector and Eucharistic Minister at the Church of St. Francis de Sales.
Michael is remembered for his commanding presence, strong work ethic and generous heart.
Son of the late Michael J. DonVito Sr. and Marguerite Carazza DonVito. Devoted husband of Lynn DonVito; loving father of Virginia DonVito MacPhee (Roland), Linda DonVito Hughes (Dave), AnnMarie DonVito, Stephanie DonVito, Michael J. DonVito III (Kimberly), Brian DonVito (Jill Hodson), Mark DonVito (Maria) and Kevin DonVito (Kimberly); cherished grandfather of 23 grandchildren; five great -grandchildren, and his beloved dog, Bella.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Michael's family Tuesday, August 5, 2025 4 to 7 p.m., at McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 N. Allen Street, Albany, N.Y. 12206. Please enter the funeral home from the rear parking lot entrance only.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church, 806 Union St., Schenectady, N.Y. 12308, where his funeral Mass will be celebrated.
The Rite of Committal will immediately follow the Mass in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie, N.Y.
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Bill Goergen
August 9, 2025
I knew Michael from CBA. In particular from playing football. He was a few years ahead me, but made a lasting impression. He was tenacious on the field. A bit of a rascal that kept things light when life got a little too serious and a good role model.
As you go through life you are blessed to know certain people. Michael was one of them.
Kathyand john
August 6, 2025
Mike will definitely be missed by his good friends and neighbors, ty for our great memories, we will cherish them forever.
Dennis Battle
August 5, 2025
Lynn, sorry for the loss. As you may recall Mike´s cousin Jim Carazza was my late sisters husband. Would love to see you soon. I don´t drive so don´t know if I can make it . ,Your old friend Dennis Battle.
Dennis Battle
Joan Fonda
August 4, 2025
I am so sorry to hear about your loss about your dad and my dad died may 10 2020 my brother Billy Fonda went to with you Ginny my name is Joan m Fonda
Joan Fonda
August 4, 2025
I´m sorry to hear about your dad and my dad died may 10 2020 and my brother Billy Fonda did go to school with you Joan m Fonda and I live in cohoes now and I will give you my address 84 Main Street in cohoes 12047
Patricia Binck
August 4, 2025
So sorry for your loss. He will be missed. Fondly, Pat & Herb Binck. South Liberty Ave
Kathy Crouse
August 4, 2025
The Peter and Russ Crouse families send their sincere condolences to Mrs. Don Vito MacPhee and the DonVito family.
Peter Westfall
August 3, 2025
Condolences to the family on the passing of your dad.
Peter Westfall
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