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John Viggiano Obituary

Viggiano, John A. Sr. EAST GREENBUSH John A Viggiano, Sr., 66, of East Greenbush died Sunday, December 29, 2013 at home. John was born in Albany. He was a telephone repairman for Verizon for 33 years before retiring in June 2002. John served in the Navy during the Vietnam conflict, earning the Purple Heart. John was also a lifetime member of the American Legion Wynantskill post 1489 and was a loyal member of the CWA local 1118 John is survived by his wife, Judith L.(Andersen) Viggiano; a daughter, Tammi Albanese and three sons, John A "Tony" Viggiano Jr., Benjamin Viggiano and Dominic Viggiano. He is also survived by six grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his wake from 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Monday morning, January 6, at Wm. J. Rockefeller Funeral Home, Inc., 165 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer. Interment will be in Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Jan. 1 to Jan. 2, 2014.

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Lisa Foley

January 7, 2014

Ben and the Viggiano Family,

I am so sorry for your, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Kate and Steve McHale

January 6, 2014

Dear John and the Viggiano Family, we are very sorry for your loss and are keeping you in our hearts and thoughts.

John + Judy at Dinner on 2006 Cruise

William Prendergast

January 6, 2014

It was truly a pleasure knowing John. Working with John, socializing, and traveling will be fond lasting memories. The cruise we went on together following retirement will always be a highlight for us.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the entire family. May God Bless You All.

Cathy and Dan Brennan

January 6, 2014

I've known Judy and John since before they were married. A devoted couple. John was one of the truly good men

January 5, 2014

To the family - I am very sorry for your loss. I knew John from South Troy and have fond memories of our High School days - He was a wonderful person - May he rest in peace

Joan Hernick Naylor

January 4, 2014

Tammy:
John and I are sorry to hear about your father. Our sympathy to your family.
John and Cindy Ferra
Myrtle Beach South Carolina

January 1, 2014

My loving cousin. Although I wasn't at your side all the time, I always have, and always will have you in my heart. I am so happy that I have all the memories of our younger days. I am sure that you are already in heaven. You can now rejoin your family. Sleep well, my little Prince. I love you. Mago(RoseMary)

bill and peggy mcfadden

January 1, 2014

John and Marybeth
our prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Scott LaRose

January 1, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. All our condolences.
Sincerely,
The LaRose's

December 31, 2013

Tammi and Family, Words can not express the loss of a loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless all of you!
Sincerely,
Deborah E. Demers
Vanderheyden Hall

Kristen Woodworth

December 31, 2013

Tammi, thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.

Tracey (Tucker) Brink

December 31, 2013

Viggiano Family, I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mr. Viggiano was a GREAT man.

Kristine Fox-White

December 31, 2013

My heartfelt sympathy to John's family. We grew up together in South Troy and had some great times. He was a wonderful person.

ED LEWIS

December 31, 2013

I worked with John for years we talked a lot and I really think John was one of the nicest people I've come to know. I'm sure he will be missed-Gods speed John!

Denise Jahn

December 31, 2013

Thoughts & prayers during this time of sorrow to the entire family, may he rest in peace..

Tricia Alber-Jablonski

December 31, 2013

Prayers to the entire family and friends, please know I will keep you all in my thoughts during this most difficult time. I hope memories will help you all through this.

Tim Meissner

December 31, 2013

Very sorry for your loss. The Meissner family will keep the Viggiano family in our prayers

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