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Philip F. Wolfstich Jr.

FUNERAL HOME

Tebbutt and Frederick Memorial Home

633 Central Avenue

Albany, New York

Philip Wolfstich Obituary

Wolfstich, Philip F. COLONIE Philip F. Wolfstich Jr., 71, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease, of Sun Lakes, Ariz., formerly of Colonie, N.Y., passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2009. "Bing" leaves behind his beloved wife, Judith E. (Wade), of 51 years. Cherished father of Susan Webb and husband David, and their daughters, Tara McNeil and husband Jason, Jennifer Franklin and husband Chad; treasured great-grandfather of Krysta, Taylor, and Ryann of Chesapeake, Va.; cherished father of Kim Urban and husband Jonathan, sons, Austin and Tanner of Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; cherished father of Pamela Semenza and husband Christopher; daughters, Deana, Kristy, and Jenna of Clifton Park, N.Y.; brother of dedicated sisters, Virginia Walsh and Patricia Wilday and husband Edward. Predeceased by brother, Thomas J. Wolfstich; also survived by several cousins, nieces, nephews, and close friends. Bing was affiliated with Local #7 Plumbers and Steamfitters for 51 years. He served in the National guard of New York, volunteered at Fuller Road Volunteer Fire Department and was president of the Dutch Valley Mechanical, Inc. and Wolfstich Mechanical, Inc. Bing enjoyed vacationing with his family, spending time with his grandchildren, playing golf with his wife and friends, cycling, and walking. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 at 9 a.m. at St. Mary's Church Crescent, 86 Church Hill Rd., Waterford, N.Y. 12188. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at Tebbutt & Frederick Memorial Home, 633 Central Ave., Albany, Tuesday, May 12, 2009 from 4 to 8 p.m. Interment will follow the Mass in St. Anthony's Cemetery, Glen-ridge Rd., Scotia 12302. We would like to thank the staff at the Glendale Nursing and Rehabilitation Home for their wonderful care and compassion for "Bing."

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Published by Albany Times Union from May 10 to May 11, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Philip Wolfstich

13 Entries

John DeJulio

May 15, 2009

Judy, Pam, Sue and Kim: I'm so sorry to hear about Bing; I had no idea that he was ill. I have such fond memories of the times spent with your family and enjoyed the times we would sit around the table and I would get grilled by Judy and Bing. Bing was someone I respected and looked up to and admired the relationship the girls had with him and Judy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

LARRY VOHS

May 12, 2009

PHILL WAS A CUSTOMER OF MINE FOR YEARS AT SMITH PONTIAC IN LATHAM,NY. HE WAS ALWAYS NICE AND ALWAYS HAD A FUNNY TID BIT OR 2 THAT HE SHARED WITH US. I WAS SORRY TO SEE HIM MOVE TO ARIZONA, BUT HAPPY FOR HIM AT THE SAME TIME. I'M SURE HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL THAT NEW HIM.

Joyce & Charlie Rosano

May 11, 2009

Dear Judy and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Bing. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We remember that beautiful smile that he always had for everyone. Such a nice and gentle person. May your good memories help you through this time of grief.

Michelle Rosano-Thomas

May 11, 2009

To the Wolfstitch Family:
I am so sorry to hear of your husband's/dad's health struggles and passing. I have such fond memeories of you all, especially the softball games! Mr. Wolfstich was always so supportive and kind. May the memories of all the good times bring you comfort.

Robert Dumas

May 11, 2009

Dear Aunt Judy, Susan, Kim and Pam,

I'm praying for you and thinking of you a lot. I'm going to miss Uncle Bing. He was a role model for me as a hard working and dedicated family man. If there is anything I can do, please do not hesitate to let me know.

I love and miss you, Robert

Laurie Bunney

May 11, 2009

Mrs. Wolfstich, Sue, Kim and Pam,
So sorry to hear of Mr. Wolfstich. I think of you guys when I pass your house. Always remember playing with you guys when we were little. Also, remember your husky Stitch. One blue eye and one brown eye. Take care.
Laurie Bunney (Saleh)

Bob Clayton

May 11, 2009

I'm really sorry for your loss.Bing was very much a gentleman. Bing did a lot of mechanical work for me at Schenectady International both with JVW and Dutch Valley. He was very talented at his work and great fun to socialize with. He will be missed greatly by all who knew him.

Andy Morris

May 10, 2009

Mrs. Wolfstitch, Susan, Kim and Pam:

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Wolfstitch. I still marvel at his wonderful home improvement projects, sometimes with one of you as his assistant. Know that he is at peace.

Our sympathy is with each of you.

Nancy and Otto Gerstenberger

May 10, 2009

Please accept our sincere sympathy on the untimely death of Bing. We have many happy memories of chatting with you both and watching the kids playing. And your girls looked after Sonja early mornings when I was going to nursing school. We think of you often especially when we pass "the Wolfsich house". Sorry that we can't attend the wake. We are at Ingrid's in MD until next Friday. Our love and sympathy.

Ingrid Davis

May 10, 2009

Dear Mrs. Wolfstitch, Susan, Kim and Pam,
I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing and struggle with Alzheimers. I have fond memories of playing at your house and you guys playing with us when we were children. Your Dad was always so strong, handsome and friendly. I also remember the skiing trip you took me on to Gore Mtn. Kim, I live south of DC in Waldorf, MD, if you are ever in my area!

Ingrid Gerstenberger Davis

Len Tollerton

May 10, 2009

Wolfstitch family:
I used to work with Kim and Pam at Friendly's on Wolf Rd. Great family and super-nice people. My condolences to you all.

Mary Ann Kentoffio

May 9, 2009

Please accept my condolences. I spent so many great times with all of you and your dad. Was just thinking the other day of a softball game we were trying really hard to win. Bing (I really want to call him Mr. Wolfstich) pulled me aside when it was my turn at the plate and said, "Mar, go up there, bunt, and run like hell!" All I could think was, Mr. Wolfstich swore!!! But being Frank Giering's daughter I did go up and deliver.

Honestly, I enjoyed all those days I hung out at the house with your family. Hope you're all well and I wish you peace and hope in your grieving.
Love, Mary Ann Giering

Ken/Joan Amsler

May 9, 2009

I (and Joan) want to express our condolences to Judy, and the family, at this sad time. We thought of the whole family often and tried to make contact here in Arizona a few times, but were not able to. Our Prayers are with you!

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