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John J. Post Sr.

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Kingston High School

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Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home

1550 Route 9

Clifton Park, New York

John Post Obituary

Clifton Park John J. Post, 59 of Miller Road died on Tuesday, October 18, 2005 at his residence. He was born on April 21, 1946 in Kingston, N.Y. and was the son of the late Robert E. and Consetta Altimari Post. He graduated from Kingston High School, class of 1964 and was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran serving during the Vietnam era. He had been an airline captain for 31 years. At present, John was flying with American Eagle Airlines, formerly known as Command Airways of Poughkeepsie. He was a member of the Clifton Park Rod and Gun Club. He especially enjoyed the game of golf and was an avid hunter. He was a communicant of St. Edward the Confessor Church in Clifton Park. He is the beloved husband of Mary S. Martorano Post whom he married on April 29, 1990. He is the devoted father of John J. (Jacqueline) Post Jr. and Gregory A. (Battina) Post, Jessica L. Post all of Accord, N.Y. and Alexandra N. Post of Clifton Park; brother of Robert (Janet) Post of Ashland, N.Y., Rose (John) Redmond of Kingston, N.Y. and Bonnie (Greg) Doyle of Port Ewen, N.Y.; cherished grandfather of Emma Louise Post. He was anxiously awaiting the birth of his second grandchild. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral will be held Friday morning at 9:15 from the Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home, 1550 Route 9 in Clifton Park thence to St. Edward the Confessor Church in Clifton Park where at 10:00 a.m. the Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Interment with full military honors will be in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga, NY 12866.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Oct. 19, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for John Post

20 Entries

Mike and Paula Kreyling

May 14, 2025

John and family were our neighbors in Ypsilanti Michigan. Condolences to the Post family for their loss. We met John the early 70's. John and I both served in the Marine Corps. John was a pilot working for a air freight company out of Willow Run.

Connie Tompkins

November 15, 2005

Dear Mary and Alexandra,

What do you say to the people who have been a second family over all these years? Craig and I miss John daily, the memories of him bring tears and laughter all at the same time. (Mary, he knows all about the boat coming unhitched from the truck and landing on the side of the Northway now! I can hear and see him laughing at it and us!) I think we all know he'll always be looking out for you and Alexandra and Ella and all of his family...that's just the way John is. Take care Mare, we'll be in close touch. Love you,

Connie and Craig

Michele Schabot

November 1, 2005

Dear Mary,

Words can not express how I felt when I heard of John's passing. My fondest memories of my years at Command always include him. He was truly one of a kind and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kelly Brennan

October 27, 2005

Mary, I'm so sorry for your loss, but I know you are thinking of the laughs and the tears and all that you shared with John. You were both so generous to us and shared these things with all of us. I have great memories of John, when we had offices next door to each other in the hangar in ALB and he was always "going to a meeting with the tower" to go see you and Alexandra for dinner. He kept that smirk on his face when he told his crazy fun stories and we all got to join in the joke. That's what was so great about John, he included everyone in the fun.

John is greatly missed already and just know that you and Alexandra are loved, though you don't hear from us daily, you are in our thoughts always!

Miss you and lots of love, Kelly

Ed McCarthy

October 23, 2005

Mary,

I'm shocked and deeply saddend by John's passing. John was one of the greatist pilots i've every flown with. The nights at the Woronock we spent together after long days out on the line were the greatist. He was a true professional and an absoulte pleasure to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Fly West John.

Janet Powers-Occhino

October 21, 2005

Mary,

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your daughter. I have wonderful memories of John who brought a smile to everyone at Command Airways when we didn't have much to smile about. What a kind and gentle soul he was.

Bill Malmros

October 21, 2005

Mary-I've been thinking a lot this week about the gift you and John gave so many us-the gift of so many smiles and laughter. Seeing all the people at the wake whose lives you both have touched, I could see it coming back in their memories, their smiles and laughter. I can think of no greater tribute to a great man who i was so fortunate to have known. Please know that my thoughts and prayers join so many others for you and Alexandra; know that you remain in our hearts and thus will never walk alone in these most difficult days.

Tony Occhino

October 21, 2005

Im writing with tears falling from my eyes. John was someone I,ve always thought of when I think of my past life experienes.

From the 1st day in POU OPS and even the years that have past since we have seen each other, He will be a mentor, great Airman, my Captain.

John, your family are in my prays and your memory always in my heart.

With deep sadness

Tony

Lori Sikora

October 21, 2005

Mary,

I have so many fond memories of John from working at Command. They will forever be in my heart. He was a wonderful pilot and friend and will be greatly missed. God bless you and your family always.

Lori (Phillips) Sikora

Pura Fraioli-Levesque

October 20, 2005

Mary, Alexandra and Family

There are no words to express the sympathy I feel for you and your family. John was a truly kind and wonderful person.

I will always cherish the years at Command. All the good times and laughter we all shared.

The memory of John will always be in our hearts.

Love,

Jim & Andrea Seeds

October 20, 2005

Mary,

I've known John since 1977 when I was a mechanic for Command. Had the pleasure of being a line pilot in ALB, when he was base manager.I still remember that picture he had of Alexandra with the TV remote and his coffee mug next to her, shortly after her birth. He was one of the good guys and I will miss him dearly. Andrea had the pleasure of doing a trip with him when she was still an FA and said it was one of the best trips she ever had.

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Art Thatcher

October 20, 2005

Our heartfelt sympathies to John's family and friends. John was truly a wonderful person. I have nothing but fond memories of just being in his presence. May the Lord give you all the strength to get through the pain of his untimely loss..God Bless..Art and kids.

Regina Maley

October 20, 2005

Mary and Alexandra:

I am so sorry for your loss. John was a very sweet person. I am right around the corner literally and figuratively if you need anything... please don't hesitate to call. My prayers are with you always. Regina Maley

John & Kelly LoBrutto

October 20, 2005

Mary,

Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. John always put a smile on my face, as I am sure he did for you too. As time has separated all of us at Command, he was always someone you look forward to seeing and talking to about “the good ole days”. He will be missed greatly!

Peter and Laurie Vaillancourt-Pugsley

October 20, 2005

We are so sorry for your loss. Peter and I very fondly remember working with John at Command Airways, and always enjoyed his company.
May John's spirit soar. And, now when we look up in the sky, we'll know that not just airplanes, but John's spirit, will be up there too.
Peace

The Selmon Family

October 19, 2005

Mary, Alex and Family,

We are so saddened by your loss. We really didn't know John, we only met him on a few occasions, but knowing the rest of the family we can only imagine the great person he must of been. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We hope that soon, your tears will be replaced with smiles of happy memories. We are here if you need anything.

Love,

Sunshine Club Ulster BOCES

October 19, 2005

We all work with Bonnie and we are thinking of all your family at this time and offer our condolences.....

Stefanie Selmon

October 19, 2005

Dear Post Family,

I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I so wish I could be physically there for you. However, you are in my thoughts and I am always here when you need someone to talk to. Alex, you are so strong and mature, I know you'll get through this.

Love, Stefanie

Kristi Cusa

October 19, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. All our love from everyone at the childcare center.

Debbie & Charlie Wilkinson

October 19, 2005

Mary,

We are so very sorry about John. John was a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Alexandra during this difficult time. We are here for you if there is anything you need.

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