Philip S. Battaglia

Battaglia, Philip S. MENANDS Philip S. Battaglia passed away peacefully Sunday, January 22, 2017. He was born in Albany, on July 2, 1929. He was the son of Sylvester F. and Josephine A. Battaglia. He attended Christian Brothers Academy and graduated from Valley Forge Military Academy. After attending Syracuse University, he went to O.C.S. in Ft. Benning, Ga., and then served two years as a lieutenant stationed at Ft. Jackson, S.C. The produce business was in his blood. He learned it from his father, Sylvester, and took over the operation of Caruso, Rinella, Battaglia in Menands, in 1970. He expanded the business to Glens Falls and Keeseville. Phil was proud to be the produce supplier for the 1980 Olympics in Lake Placid. For the last ten years, he bought and sold produce and much more for Roma Importing. Though he loved all sports, golf was his favorite. Phil had many proud and not so proud moments on the golf course. The highlight of "Batman's" golf career was playing in the 1972 Jackie Gleason Inverrary Classic with Hale Irwin. His pride and joy were his grandchildren. He delighted in telling about their accomplishments in school, on the field, on the stage and in their young careers. He was predeceased by his daughter, Anne Beaupre; and his son, Augustus James. He is survived by his children, Syl, Mary Jo Kelly (Ray), Margaret Glassman (Nelson), Tony, Stacie Pappas (Tony) and Philip; and also his daughter-in-law, Anita. Affectionately known as "Pop-pop," he is survived by his grandchildren, Kyle and Devon Kelly, A.J., Michael and Katie Battaglia, Sara and Hallie Glassman, Dana Johnson, Anthony, Kara and Nicole Battaglia and Ian and Amanda Clough; and he was thrilled to welcome his first great-grandchild, Lucy Lee Johnson. Also survived by his sister, Natalie Tessitore; and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Phil's family Wednesday, January 25, 2017, 4 to 7 p.m. at St. Pius X Church, Loudonville. Funeral services Thursday, January 26, 2017, at 10 a.m. in St. Pius X Church, Loudonville, where a funeral Mass will be celebrated. The Rite of Committal will immediately follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Troy. Those wishing to remember Philip Battaglia in a special way may make a contribution to the Community Hospice at St. Peter's Hospital. To leave a message for the family, please visit McveighFuneralHome.com.