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Alan Woolf Obituary

Woolf, Alan S.
ALBANY - Alan S. Woolf, 74, of Albany, passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at home.
Alan was born in Portland, Maine, the son of Harold and Sylvia (Swartz) Woolf. He is survived by his sister, Karen.
Alan grew up in Maine, went to Syracuse University and became an accountant. He was employed by Albany International, Matthew Bender and NYS. After he retired, he volunteered for many different organizations.
He loved spending time in Maine and taking long walks with his beloved pets Jake, Tux and Oobea. He also has a great passion for music, Broadway plays and loved his Stewart's sandwiches.
Alan easily made friends. Just some who will especially miss his laugh are Leonard, Pat Vona and family, Judy Hard (Steve), Sal Sturiale (Natalie), Gloria, Maryann, Mary Ellen, David, Steven, Becky and aunts, uncles and cousins from around the world.
Friends and family are invited to call from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in the Wm. J. Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpke., Rensselaer, N.Y. 12144. A Memorial service will follow at 5:30 p.m., in the funeral home.
Donations should be sent to Mohawk Hudson Humane Society.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Mar. 23, 2025.

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Dawn

March 24, 2025

Alan´s impact in my life cannot be measured in words. He was and will continue to always be one of God´s greatest blessings of my life. It has been a privilege to know him. I wish you Peace, Alan. You are always in my heart.

Jackie C.

March 24, 2025

SO very sad to hear of Alan´s passing! Sending love, light and prayers.

John Reith

March 23, 2025

Alan my old friend, I will miss your sense of humor , your commitment to your spiritual growth . Rest in peace my friend. John Reith

Kim Mastrianni

March 23, 2025

Nice memories of commuting to work with Alan back in the day, such a nice guy. God bless him always

Arlene Shatz

March 22, 2025

I have known Alan since we were little, and neighbors on Dartmouth Street. We went to the same schools from kindergarten through Portland High School. Alan was very special, and will be greatly missed. RIP Alan

Diane Conley Bernard

March 22, 2025

Alan was a classmate and fellow graduate from Portland High School. He was a dear friend and we visited when he came to Maine and when I was in the Albany area. He will be greatly missed by his Portland High friends. RIP Alan

Mimi Brooks Clark

March 22, 2025

I grew up with Alan in Portland, we went through kindergarten all the way up through high school. A dear friend with whom I shared my youth. His loss is deeply felt and I will remember him with great warmth. RIP my friend.

Arnelle Coqueran Ullrich

March 21, 2025

We loved and now miss you at the dog park. I can´t even imagine what your beloved Obie is going through. Alan, Rest in Peace. You fought a good fight and deserve your rest.

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