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John Lins Obituary

Lins, John C. RENSSELAER John C. Lins, 77, died on November 29, 2015, in the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late John and Dorothy Dearstyne Lins. John graduated from Albany High School. He retired from the City of Albany, Department of General Services where he was a permit coordinator. John was a former construction inspector for Smith Mahoney and other firms. He was a member of NYCET Level 4, and the Italian American Community Center. John was an avid fisherman and hunter. His family will always remember him a good man. He was the dearly beloved husband of Chris (Cissie) Golash-Lins; father of Jay Lins and Karen Lins; brother of Carol VanCamp; brother-in-law of Michael Golash (Dierdre), Edward Golash (Laurie), Dr. Terry Golash (Dr. Barbara), Lisa Barley (Victor) and Jan Golash; many nieces and nephews survive. Funeral services, Friday, December 4, 2015, at 12 p.m., in the Lasak & Gigliotti Funeral Home, now located at 208 North Allen Street, Albany. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with John's family Friday, December 4, 2015, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., in the funeral home. To leave a message for the family, please visit LGFuneralHome.com.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Dec. 2 to Dec. 3, 2015.

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October 19, 2020

Dad, You have been gone for 5 years. Hard to believe. Although I did not see you often, I always kept you in my heart "always" and though of you as a great man. I will forever miss the time we did not share and be thankful for the morals I received from you. Be at peace Dad. Until we meet again, Love Karen xo

December 6, 2015

Will miss you....Rest in Peace... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58zKgDeP1es

Kenny Koonz

December 5, 2015

Ronda and I are sorry for your loss, Cissie. He was a mentor at Smith & Mahoney, a teacher hunting in the woods, and a dear friend whenever I caught up with him on patrol in Albany. Our love and condolences.

Deb Borthwick

December 3, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Linda Mooradian

December 3, 2015

So sorry for your loss Cissie. RIP John.

Tammy & TJ Ostrowski

December 3, 2015

Love you Cissie... I'm here to hold your hand!

Toni Calordino

December 3, 2015

Had a lot of laughs with John in the Albany Water Department when he was with Smith & Mahoney. Sincere condolences for your loss.

Chris Bemis

December 3, 2015

Dear Cissie, So sorry for your loss. Keep the faith. Know that he will be watching over you from above. Love, hugs, and prayers to you and your family.

richard large

December 3, 2015

john was one of a kind worked with him at smith and mahoney
thoughts and prayers

karen warzek

December 2, 2015

Cissy I am so sorry for your loss im sending my deeepest sympathy to you and your family

Barbara Adams

December 2, 2015

Cissy:
I am praying for you to get through this time with the peace that comes from the knowledge that God loves you and that He will take care of you. Sending out a BIG hug for you..and take care of yourself.

Michelle Thomas

December 2, 2015

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Ed Phelan

December 2, 2015

Chris, I was just talking about John over the Thanksgiving Holiday. I knew John for a long time and know he will be greatly missed. He was one of the good guys. I worked with John many years ago. We had a lot of laughs and good times. May all the good memories console you in this most difficult time.

December 2, 2015

CIS
YOU ARE IN ARE THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
SHARON

December 2, 2015

Cissie and Family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss, thinking about all of you during this diffcult time.
Pamela Brumley

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