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Donna Novak Obituary

Novak, Donna L. CASTLETON Donna L. Novak, 54, of Castleton died suddenly, surrounded by family on Tuesday, March 14, 2017, at the Albany Medical Center. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, William R. Novak; daughter, Nichole Novak; mother, Janice Lebrecht; siblings, Raymond J. Lebrecht III, Debbie Stalker, Daniel (Diane) Lebrecht, Darlene Guzewski and John Beverwyck (Steph); her brothers and sisters-in-law, Stephen Novak, Theresa Bohley, Barbara Novak, Raymond Novak; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister, Dawn Dorn; and brother-in-law, Thomas Novak. Family and friends may call Monday, March 20, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Ray Funeral Home 59 Seaman Ave., Castleton. Her funeral service will be at 12 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment in the Horizon View Cemetery, Schodack.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Mar. 18 to Mar. 19, 2017.

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March 30, 2017

I LOVE AND MISS YOU LOVE MOM

Suzanne Donnelly

March 28, 2017

Sending heartfelt sympathies to the Lebrecht and Novak families. Our deepest condolences for your loss and may your cherished memories and love bring you strength.

Sue (Stockman) & Kevin Donnelly

March 24, 2017

I LOVE YOU MOM

March 23, 2017

I have missed your morning calls already you will always be in my heart save a place for me till we meet again all my love Mom ps send a sign you are ok

Rose Pelletier

March 22, 2017

Bill, my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family . Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things we have to face in life . I pray for you to stay strong for your loving Donna is now your angel in Heaven and will always be with you in your heart. God Bless

Her Radiant Smile Will Always Remain With Us❣

Jody Cady

March 20, 2017

My Deepest Sympathies to each & every member of Donna's family..... My heart aches for your loss I pray the joyful memories you shared with her carry you through the difficult times...as well as the knowledge of the beauty Donna gave to the lives of those she knew... My memories with her, and most of you will always be near in my heart

Shanon Mueller

March 19, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Cherie and Mark LaGrange

March 19, 2017

Our deepest sympathy to Donna's family. You are all in our prayers.

Antoinette Guenette

March 19, 2017

My deepest sympathies to Bill , Nicole and to all your family. May God Bkess you and comfort you.

Terry (Pulver)Bruss

March 18, 2017

My deepest sympathies to Donna's family and friends.I went to school with Donna and Bill.May all your wonderful memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.Love & Prayers.Love, Terry

Lori Grogan Shortsleeve

March 18, 2017

Bill and Nicole
Thoughts and prayers are with you both during this difficult time. May the memories you have help you now and always. Hugs and prayers for you and the rest of your families.

March 18, 2017

To my daughter Donna you know how much I love you and I will miss you every day you have a lot of the family with you and I bet Dawn met you at the pearly gates you will always bee in my heart till we meet again all my love MOM.

Thruway Beverage

March 18, 2017

To Donna's Family,So So Sorry to hear of your loss.Please Know Our Thaughts and Prayers are with you all at this difficult time.RIP Donna.

Deborah Ferrari

March 18, 2017

Nicky and Bill: My heart breaks for you and your entire family at this very difficult time. May Donna rest in peace with the angels and look after you both. I will always remember her beautiful smile. Ever with love, prayers and kindest care...

Alison Knapp

March 18, 2017

Nicky,
Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.

Mary Pat Sharer

March 18, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your dad. I know your mom is now watching over you. stay strong.
Xoxo

Colleen McNulty

March 18, 2017

So sorry for your loss Nicky.

Brandi Tenney

March 18, 2017

Nikki, kerri, ma, and lu lu

My deepest sympathy to you all, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm happy to say I enjoyed our wild Christmas cookie bake off it was definitely one to remember. I know she was loved by many and will be missed by even more.

Elizabeth Roehr

March 18, 2017

Nicky-I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. She was always so kind to me. Prayers for you, your dad, and the rest of your family at this time.

Theresa Bohley

March 18, 2017

Billy and Nichole you have the best guardian angel watching over you! She forever will be watching over you and taking care of you. It's her turn to be with the rest of the family above. Till we all meet with her again. I love you Billy and Nichole and I'm here for you always. Hugs Theresa

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