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Michael Rooney Obituary

Rooney, Michael RENSSELAER Michael "Mickey" James Rooney Sr., 65 years, passed away Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at his home. He was born April 19, 1944 in Albany and lived most of his life in Rensselaer. The son of Josephine Wicks Rooney and the late Joseph Rooney Jr., Mike served in the Army. Mickey worked at Maiden Lane in Rensselaer before retiring. Mickey loved talking on CB Radio (Jessie James), old cars, sitting by the river and watching the boats, talking to his friends and old time rock and roll music. Husband of Carol (Plue) Rooney; father of Georgette Rooney, Michelle Rost (David), Michael Rooney Jr. (Robin), Robert Rooney Sr. (Stephanie); grandfather of Jonathan serving in Iraq (Ashley), Matthew (Courtney), Schuyler, Aaron, Robert Jr., Harry, Christopher and Austin; and five great-grandchildren and the newest one Antonio Jason; brother of Teresa (Jim) Walls and the late Harry Rooney and Gerald Rooney; son-in-law to Robert Plue; also survived by several nieces, great-nieces, nephews; sisters-in-law; and his faithful dog, Bandit. He will be greatly missed by all. Funeral from the W.J. Lyons Jr. Funeral Home, 1700 Washington Avenue, Rensselaer Monday morning at 11:00 and 12:00 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist and St. Joseph's Church, Herrick Street, Rensselaer where the Liturgy of Christian Death and Burial will be offered. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home Sunday from 2-6 p.m. Interment will be in New Rural Cemetery, East Greenbush. Condolence page at wjlyonsfuneralhome.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Nov. 28 to Nov. 29, 2009.

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Donna Whitmore Rahart

December 18, 2009

Dear Carol, I am Mickey's cousin, but have not seen him in years. His brother Jerry and I used to be close. My Mom was the younger sister to Mickey's Mom. I am so sorry for your loss. I knew nothing about it until Tim Rhodes called me last night. He lives near me in New Mexico. I also spoke with my Aunt Jo tonight. I send my thoughts and praters to you and your family. Sincerely - Donna Whitmore Rahart

December 8, 2009

Carol & Family, I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. My prayers are with you all.

Carol (Goad) Youmans

Shirley Beebe/Family

December 7, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Tim Rhodes

December 4, 2009

Aunt Jo, Carol, Michael, Rob,Georgette, Michelle,

I just received the phone call of Mickey's passing. I am truly sorry for your loss. Mickey always treated me great as Mike and I grew up together thru high school. I am sorry I am not around to attend the service but my thoughts are with you all at this time.

- Tim Rhodes and family

December 3, 2009

Dear Carol, Robbie & family,
Please accept our sincere sympathy on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm sorry we were not able to attend the services.

Love, Bunny & Dick Plaske

Aaron Marquise

December 1, 2009

Carol,
I am very sorry for your lost. I am sorry I could not make the funeral or wake. We will miss Grandpa Rooney. My love goes out to you.

November 30, 2009

I'am very sorry to hear about mickey
passing away. my thoughts and prayers are with you all
Patty Barber

Tammy Vigliante

November 30, 2009

Carol, Michael, Rob,Georgette, Michelle

I just got the phone call of your husband/father's passing and I am very sorry to hear that Mike passed, he was always very nice to me, and I know words don't help now but know that he is watching over you all everyday and that he is always with all of you in spirit. Many you find peace in knowing that and God Bless!!!

Louise & Jon Badi Sr

November 30, 2009

So sorry that I was away for the Holidays. I hope that Mickey rests in peace and may many a boat pass by as he watches them go on their way. May God Bless.

Jeannie Smith

November 29, 2009

Dear Carol and Family
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
your cousin Jeannie

Dena & Jeff Wheeler

November 29, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

November 29, 2009

To Carol and family
I am very sorry for your loss.

Mike Burch

November 28, 2009

Mick you were a good friend of mine. Thanks for all the good times we had. You were the best.

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