GENEVA – William (Bill) Eades of Albany, N.Y., Westminster, Mass. and formerly of Sun City Center, Fla., died on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at his home after a long-standing illness.

Mr. Eades was born and raised in Geneva, N.Y. He was the son of the late Elizabeth Buckley Eades and Donald John Eades. He was a graduate of DeSales High School, Class of 1964. He received his Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy from Ithaca College and his Masters Degree from Boston University. He also completed work at Russell Sage College in hospital administration. Mr. Eades served as a physical therapist in the Army, attaining the rank of Captain. He held clinical and administrative positions at several hospitals, including Geneva General Hospital, the former Leonard Hospital, Albany Memorial & St. Clare's / Ellis Hospital. He also was an adjunct professor at Russell Sage College. He retired from Ellis Hospital in 2011.

He served as president of the Northeast District of the NYS Assoc. of Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. He held offices of treasurer & vice president of the N.Y. Physical Therapy Assoc. Mr. Eades was also president of the Capital District Health Care Administrators, a member of the N.Y. State Board of Physical Therapy and secretary of the St. Clare's Employee Credit Union. He served on the Outings Committee of the Adirondack Mountain Club, was a licensed N.Y. State Outdoor Guide and a Certified Canoe and Kayak instructor.

At the time of his death he was a member of the Loudonville Presbyterian Church. He also attended the First Congregational Church, Westminster, Mass. He was a former member of the Board of Directors of Beth-El Farmworker Ministry in Wimauma, Fla., where he regularly volunteered.

Mr. Eades is survived by his wife of 55 years, Norma Schatz Eades. He is also survived by two sons, Christopher (Frank Pittarese) of Brooklyn, N.Y. and Jeffrey (Amy) Eades of Mountain Lakes, N.J.; one daughter, Allison (Jim) Grove of Colonie, N.Y. As well as granddaughters, Gabriella and Madeline Eades, Nora and Mia Grove. He is also survived by two sisters, Margaret (Vernon) Lyndaker and Jean Eades; one brother, Martin (Lorraine) Eades. He is also survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at St. Stephen's Church, 48 Pulteney St., Geneva. N.Y. A later interment will be held in Saratoga National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Loudonville Presbyterian Church, American Cancer Society, or Beth El Farmworker Ministry, 18240 US 301, Wimauma, Fla. 33598.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the DeVaney-Bennett Funeral Home.

www.devaneybennettfh.com

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Published by Finger Lakes Times on Jan. 22, 2025.

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Leland FitzGerald

February 4, 2025

We were very sorry to hear about Bill's passing. I was in Bill's high school class and played with him on our football, basketball and baseball teams. And especially in his back yard. He was always extremely friendly and helpful to me and my family. I am certain that he was a great husband and father. He will always be in my memories. Leo FitzGerald

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Claudia & Ray Bracaiello

January 30, 2025

Our sincere condolences to Norma and family. Bill was a wonderful man, always so sharp, not only in appearance, but also in everything he did. A kind man, an intelligent man, who loved his wife and family, and was always looking to do the best for all. A true gentleman and scholar!
He will be missed by many! He provided a place for Ray to sleep back in the " dark ages" when we were all in the Bronx, and Ray had come for a visit. We were, and always will be, grateful.

Dave Marks

January 29, 2025

So sad to see Bill is gone. We go back to kindergarten and alter boys at St. Stephen's. Always a good guy. My best to Norma and the family.

Michael Wooden

January 22, 2025

Bill was a colleague, a true gentleman who was highly respected as a clinician, teacher and advocate for our
profession.

Rosemary Aldi

January 22, 2025

Bill was absolutely the best leader whom we all immensely enjoyed working with!!
He was always even tempered, handled difficult situations with ease & so well respected by his staff as well as every patient he came in contact with!! A great sense of humor & warmth that was so very genuine. He will certainly hold a special place in all our hearts forever!!

Mary & Skeeter Capozzi

January 22, 2025

Our condolences to Bill´s loved ones. We were classmates in grammar and high school. Peggy was my "big sister" in nursing school. That Bill also pursued healthcare was a tribute to his mother. I remember him as an excellent student and athlete. His warmth and friendliness makes this a great loss for those who were fortunate enough to have known him.

April Friedman

January 22, 2025

Bill was a wonderful leader in the clinic, kind, happy, and always with a joke or uplifting thought to share. He made the stresses of work more manageable and was always fair, honest and straight forward. I always appreciated knowing where I stood. He taught me much about leadership in adverse times and was a good friend as I assumed the mantel that he left behind. I will miss him. May his memory forever be a blessing to all who knew and loved him. Shalom.

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