Stanley E. Len

COHOES Stanley E. Len, 79, passed away peacefully Saturday, January 25, 2025 at St. Peter's Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Troy and raised in Cohoes, Stan was the son of the late Joseph J. Len, Sr. and Mary Tolak Len. He graduated from Cohoes High School and received his bachelor's degree from St. Michael's College in Vermont. He served honorably in the US Army and after being discharged, worked for the NYS Commission for the Blind & Visually Impaired. He then established Stanley Len Real Estate Co. which he operated for many years and also became a mortgage broker.
Stan was a sports enthusiast who enjoyed watching basketball, especially when his favorite team, Duke was playing. He also liked to go skiing with his family, was an avid horse racing fan and spent countless hours reading. In his later years, he discovered his talent for cooking and enjoyed providing many wonderful meals for his family and friends.
Stan is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Jean M. Kowalski Len; by his beloved children, Hillary J. Len of Saratoga Springs and Brian C. Len of Cohoes; by his brother, Dr. John Len (Kathy) of Cohoes and by his sister-in-law, Barbara Len of Cohoes. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Edward Len and Joseph J. Len, Jr.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9:45 a.m. from the Fitzgerald Funeral Home, 105 Vliet Blvd., Cohoes and at 10:30 a.m. in St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Latham. Interment will follow in St. Michael's Cemetery, Waterford.
Relatives and friends may visit at the funeral home Friday from 4-7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution in Stan's memory to the American Cancer Society, www.donate.cancer.org