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Denise Reedy Obituary

Reedy, Denise B. SCHENECTADY Denise Barbara Reedy, 57, of Schenectady Street, passed away at home Sunday, August 17, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Amsterdam, N.Y. on August 31, 1950. She was employed by the Glendale Nursing Home for a number of years and most recently at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center where she was employed for 13 years as a nurses aide. She was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Emily Olechowski. She is survived by her husband, Harold Reedy Jr.; her three children, Annamarie (Steven) Smylie, Gerald (Bonnie) Schager, David (Chong Toleman) Reedy; two grandchildren, Christopher Zane Smylie and Elizabeth Emily Schager; three brothers, Butch (Barb) Olechowski, Gary (Joan) Olechowski and David (Brenda) Olechowski. She is also survived by her father and mother-in-law, Harold and Rosemary Reedy, four sisters-in-law, Maggie Doherty, Rosemary Bull, Cathy Pallotolo and Helen; four brothers-in-law, James Reedy, James Bull, Frank Reedy and Mike Pallotolo; nieces and nephews; and her beloved poodles, Zoey and Blitzen. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service which will be conducted Thursday morning at 11:00 at the Gleason Funeral Home, 730 Union Street, Schenectady. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Anthony's Cemetery, Glenville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Women's Cancer Care, 319 South Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208. Online condolences may be made at timesunion.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Aug. 18 to Aug. 20, 2008.

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Marissa De Lorenzo

August 22, 2008

I worked with Denise at Our Lady of Mercy and she was an amazing teacher and co-worker. When I found out that she was sick, it shocked me and I prayed for her daily. I just recently found out about her passing and I couldnt believe my ears. My heart goes out to her family and her grandson Chris who is a friend of mine. God bless.

Kathy Gingras

August 20, 2008

Anna,

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.

Kathy

Sue Shireman

August 20, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead - my prayers are with you and your family - I love you

Dale Tucker

August 20, 2008

I want you all to know what a very important part of my life you all have been. I will miss sitting on the porch and passing the summer evenings with Denise, remembering the times when I was a kid on Schenectady St. I feel lucky to have had the pleasure of knowing such a wonderful family. Please know I am here for you always. as is my family, and know you are in my thoughts and prayers today and always. Denise was a wonderful person whom I thought of and loved as if she were my own Sister. She loved all of her children and was proud of each one of you. Don't ever forget that. Harold, you completed her, you brightend her life with your smile and love for her. I know she will always be watching over you, the kids and her grandchildren.

valerie, corey & liz king

August 20, 2008

DEAR REEDY FAMILY, WE MET DENISE 4 YEARS AGO WHEN MY MOTHER WAS ADMITTED TO OUR LADY MERCY,SHE TOOK CARE OF OUR MOTHER, GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF SORROW....

Nadine Glenning

August 20, 2008

I worked as a per diem supervisor for many years at OLOM. Denise was a wonderful, kind, caring individual who took loving care of all the residents charged to her capable hands. Rest assured that in addition to family, there will be many grateful individuals who flourished under her care and have since moved on, who await her return to the fold with open arms. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your loss, but you are fortunate to have such a wonderful interceder that is now part of the "communion of saints" that surround you. She loved her family dearly and will ever be a whispered prayer away.

wendy Andi(Shimer)

August 20, 2008

Anna,I am so sorry to hear about your mom she was a great lady we always had a good time growing up with her she was our friend and mom..I haven't seen you or her in yrs but I know she will be greatly missed.

Tracy Hotaling

August 20, 2008

Dave, Mark and I are here for you anytime you need us! Your mom was a great lady and u were the light of her life! She will be sorely missed! Love, Tracy and Mark

Sheila Furman

August 19, 2008

Although years have passed since we've seen each other, I am so saddened by your passing. You were a true friend. I'll have fond memories of our morning coffee klutches and all of our time together forever. All of my heartfelt sympathies to your entire family. I'll love you always. Your Friend......

Christopher Smylie

August 19, 2008

I will miss you so much nana. You were always there for me and I thank you. I love you

terry barber

August 19, 2008

Anna & George i am sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was a great lady.We always had a great time with her whenever she was near. I will keep you both in my thoughts.

Kay and Stew Tucker

August 19, 2008

Our hearts are heavy during this time. We have known your family for years. We have watched you grow up and count ourselves lucky to have been friends with you for all those years. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers today and always. Denise was a wonderful person and we have many fond memories which will comfort us in this time of sadness. We love you all.

Sharon & Bob DuBois

August 19, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. We share in your loss very deeply as our families have a special bond. Denise will be missed dearly. We love you all.

Anna Smylie

August 19, 2008

Rest in peace mom . I love you

Pam Wrzesinski

August 19, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Rebecca Bruno

August 18, 2008

Our prayers are with your family in this time of sorrow.

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