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Marlene Sokol Obituary

Saratoga Springs, NY - Marlene Ann Sokol, 77, passed away on February 15th, 2022, surrounded by her loving family after a long hard-fought battle with kidney disease.Born in Windsor, VT on February 17th, 1944, she is the daughter of the late Alan and Cora Branch. Marlene was raised in Springfield, VT where she graduated from Springfield High School with the class of 1962. She continued her education at the Albany Medical Center School of Nursing where she graduated in 1966 with her RN degree, she then began her career at Albany Medical Center. While in Albany, she met her husband of 54 years, Joseph F. Sokol Jr. After six weeks of knowing each other, they married on November 5Th, 1967. They moved to Saratoga Springs in 1971 to raise their family. Marlene then started her 32-year career at Saratoga Hospital in 1975 before retiring in 2007.Marlene went into nursing to be able to share her knowledge and compassion for helping others. Marlene was the most generous, loving, and caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a gentle soul who always wanted everyone around her to be happy. Marlene loved having her family together especially around the holidays. She had a passion for cooking and always looked forward to her next new recipe. She enjoyed vacationing in Maine, Myrtle Beach, New Hampshire, and Lake George alongside her family. Marlene was happiest when she was spending time with her two granddaughters, Mikayla and Rachael. Their relationship was inseparable, and they will forever hold the memories close to their heart.Marlene is survived by her husband Joseph F. Sokol Jr; her three children Christine Sokol and Gregory Sokol of Saratoga Springs and Victoria Davila of Charlotte, NC; her two grandchildren Mikayla and Rachael Toussaint of Saratoga Springs; her brother-in-law and sister-in-law John and Caron Goetz of Clifton Park; her niece and nephew Tracy Riedlinger and Michael Goetz; family in Springfield, VT; and her beloved “Kitty” of 16 years.A special thank you to the staff at the Rubin Dialysis Center, Saratoga Hospital, and her team of physicians.Relatives and friends may call from 5pm-7pm, Monday, February 21, 2022 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY (518-584-5373).A graveside service will be held at 11am on Tuesday, February 22 at St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY.Contributions can be made in honor of Marlene to the Rubin Dialysis Center at 59 Myrtle Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com https://www.lastingmemories.com/marlene-ann-sokol

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Published by The Saratogian from Feb. 18 to Feb. 19, 2022.

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RAY SR & FRANCINE RUCHEL

March 4, 2022

Joe & Family; sorry to hear about your loss. Thank God, that we still have wonderful memories. God Bless.

michele talbot

February 24, 2022

My deepest sympathy to Marlene's family. I had the pleasure of working with Marlene at Saratoga Hospital. She was a compassionate, dedicated care giver and a great coworker. May perpetual light shine upon her.

Gene DeLuca

February 20, 2022

Joe Sokol and family. Our sincere condolences to you and the family on the passing of your beloved Marlene. May God bless you all and may she RIP. Gene & Margaret (Peg Porter) DeLuca.

John Osterhout Retired APD

February 20, 2022

Joe and the Sokol family my deepest sympathy on the passing of Marlene, whom like my late Paula, a loving and caring Nurse forever. God Bless her and may she Rest In Peace.

John Osterhout Retired APD

February 20, 2022

Joe and the Sokol family, my deepest sympathies on the passing of Marlene, whom like my late Paula, a loving and caring Nurse forever. God Bless her. May she Rest In Peace.

John Fischer

February 19, 2022

Joe & Family,
Thinking of you at this very sad time.
With deepest sympathy,
John Fischer APD

Shirley Myers

February 19, 2022

On behalf of the Albany Medical Center Schools of Nursing, I'd like to honor the memory of Marlene and her nursing career. Our sympathy and condolences go to all her family. Nursing is giving of oneself to enhance the lives of others and she certainly fulfilled that promise. We know that her accomplishments can be measured in all the lives she touched through her dedication and caring. We are so sorry for your loss and hope that you have many wonderful memories to cherish.

Darlene Ward

February 19, 2022

I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. I know your heart is breaking. My love and prayers for you and your family.

Jackie Corratti

February 18, 2022

In loving memory of a wonderful, sweet, kind woman who we were blessed to share so many stories and laughs sitting next to the ocean in Wells, ME. We will love you and miss you always. ❤

Marion Laraway Ford

February 18, 2022

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Marlene will be greatly missed, she was a wonderful person, friend and neighbor. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Maria Spagnola

February 18, 2022

Christine, Kayla and Rachael,
I am so very sorry for your loss. What a wonderful woman she was!
Sending you prayers for healing and peace.
Sincerely,
Maria

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