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John Luby Obituary
WEST SAND LAKE - John "Jack" J. Luby, 84, of West Sand Lake passed away on Monday, February 12, 2024, at St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, N.Y.
He was born in Albany, on December 15, 1939, to the late David and Loretta (O'Connor) Luby. Devoted husband of 65 years to Florence (Lockwood).
Jack joined the United State Army and the 82nd Airborne Division stationed in Ft. Bragg, N.C. He returned to Albany and joined the City of Albany Fire Dept. (CAFD) in 1961. His last assignment was lieutenant of Fire at Old Engine 10 and retired in 1986 with 25 years of service.
Jack enjoyed riding his motorcycle, camping, fishing, hunting and his family.
Jack is survived by his wife, Florence; daughter, Cindy (Rick) Harrat; two sons, John (Brenda) and David (Gina) Luby; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren; one sister, Leenora (Mark) Probst and several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Predeceased by sister, Rita Luby; and brother, Vincent Luby.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Monday, Feb. 19 from 4-7 p.m. at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 181 Troy Schenectady Rd., Watervliet, N.Y., Tuesday, Feb. 20, family will meet at 10am New Comer for a procession to Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Rd., Schuylerville, N.Y. for 11 a.m. Graveside.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Community Hospice at St. Peter's Hospital, 310 S. Manning Blvd., Albany, N.Y. 12208.
A special thanks to all the staff at the Hospice Center at St. Peter's Hospital.
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ken baker
July 30, 2024
God Bless Jack Luby, A true friend and a great person, kenneth Baker
John Filipello
February 13, 2024
Jack I met you in 1971 I got assigned E1 AFD you were quiet but I wore you down we became friends. Most times in the firehouse we were inseparable. On the outside we fished motor cycled snowmobil. you were my hero and man did we laugh several funny firehouse stories and memories I loved my new brother Jack. I got to know Flo Cindy David and John great family. Then in 1986 I drove to E 10 to say good by and thanks for the 15 years but you had left. I inquired through the years but never found you again but the memories and stories were like yesterday Today I learn you have left us and gone to God. This is a lesser world without you I guess I´ll have to wait till my time to run into you again. My condolences to the family and hey Jack save a place for me we sure need to catch up. I think you always knew you were my hero that´s why you let me be part of your life. Till we meet again I´m a little lost knowing you´re not here. Your friend John Filipello. forever bless my hero´s Engine 1 and Rescue Squad here and gone 1971 the year I became a Firefighter. Later Jack
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