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Michael Skelley Obituary
ALBANY - Skelley, Michael Anthony, 73, of Albany died on July 8, at St. Peter's Hospital, surrounded by family. He was the son of Raymond and Marion Skelley of Albany.
Mike was a graduate of Our Lady of Angels class of 1965, Cardinal McCloskey class of 1969, and was one of the first registered respiratory therapists to graduate from HVCC class of 1973. He started his 45 year career at St. Peter's Hospital as a respiratory therapist, rose to become the Director of Pulmonary Services and spent the last 20 years of his career as a registered polysomnography technician at St. Peter's Sleep Center before retiring in 2020.
Mike is survived by his loving wife, Paula Breznick Skelley. He was the proud father of twin girls, Jennifer (Kathleen) Savino, and Jill Skelley (Keri Holland).
He loved his grandchildren Avery Rose and Jase Anthony Savino. He is also survived by his sister, Donnarae Norling; brother, Donald; brother-in-law, Edward Breznick (Kathy); as well as several nieces, nephews and godchildren.
A private service of remembrance will be held on a future date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the American Lung Association.
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Denise Retzlaff
July 11, 2024
Dear Paula and family. I´m so sorry to hear of your great loss. I´m thinking of you and praying that God will give you comfort during this difficult time grieving.
Mary Dugas
July 10, 2024
Paula, Jill, Jennifer & families,
Please accept my sincere condolences. Mary Dugas
Donna Santon
July 10, 2024
Jill and Family, sorry for your sorrow through this time of grieving. He sounded like a wonderful human being.
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