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Helene LaQue Obituary
SCHENECTADY - Helene Margaret (Cornell) LaQue, 77, passed away June 22, 2024, at Schenectady Center. She was born in Albany, to the late James and Florence (Collins) Cornell.
Helene graduated from Guilderland Central High School, before going on to work at Travelers Insurance and Rose and Kiernan Insurance, until her retirement, where she then worked at Kohl's.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her in-laws, Donald and Betty LaQue; and siblings, Richard, Donald, James and Dorothy Cornell.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years, Donald LaQue; sons, James and Mark (Susan); daughter-in-law, Hope LaQue; grandchildren, Brennan, Sydney and Meredith LaQue; sisters, Theresa Cornell, Catherine (Larry) Flansburg; sister-in-law, Karen Cornell; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to give a special thanks and appreciation to the staff of the Schenectady Center, especially caregiver Vee.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, June 27, from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m., with a Mass to follow at 10 a.m., at The Church of St. Clare, 1947 Central Avenue, Albany, N.Y. 12205.
Interment immediately following in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery. Please see Newcomeralbany.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Philip LeClair
July 13, 2024
Don, I'm so sorry to hear of Helen's passing. She always made me feel a part of the family. I miss her laugh and her famous spaghetti and
meat balls. Our sincere condolences to you Don, Jim and Mark.
Phil LeClair and Dawn
Michele Dutcher
June 27, 2024
Helen will be missed. She always had a smile.
Ray Valek
June 27, 2024
So sorry for your loss Dan, Ray and Jody Valek
Sue Baker
June 26, 2024
To Helene´s family: please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. I grew up with Helene and spent many great years as friends.
Michael McGann
June 26, 2024
Don so sorry to hear about Helen. We are thinking of you and your family. You are in our prays.
Mike and Kathy McGann
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