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Sherman Conaway Obituary

Conaway, Sherman M. COLONIE Sherman M. Conaway Jr., 67, of Colonie, passed away on Friday, October 10, 2008 at his residence after a long illness. He was born in Schenectady and was the son of the late Sherman M. and Shirley Styles Conaway Sr. Sherman was a lifelong resident of the Village of Colonie. He was a longtime paving contractor and owner of Conaway & Sons blacktop paving. Sherman enjoyed Nascar racing and spending time with his grandchildren. He was a loving grandfather who took pride in everything they did and accomplished. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Joyce Conaway; his children, John (Elaine) Conaway of Port Richey, Fla. and Kimberly (Michael) Stey of Colonie; his grandchildren, S/Sgt. Michelle Conaway USAF, Michael and Mark Conaway, Shaun and Jillian Stey. He is the brother of Kathy (Dick) Barnhart of Lakeland, Fla., Larry Conaway of Latham and Peggy (Paul) Begin of Schroon Lake. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Tuesday morning at 11:00 at Newcomer Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155 - south of Central Ave). Calling hours will be Monday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery. To leave a special message for the family online, visit NewcomerAlbany.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Oct. 12 to Oct. 13, 2008.

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Joanne Lauer

October 21, 2008

Joyce and Kim.....I just learned this evening at aerobics that you lost your husband/father. My sincere condolences. I know how hard it is to get through it all when your heart is aching.

Peggy Begin

October 17, 2008

Sherm, I prayed every night that God would find a way to help your pain. They say God answer your prayers, that it might not be the one you want, but he will answer them. He did answer my prayers, but they are right. That wasn't what I wanted, but that must have been his only way. You will always be in my heart and I will think of you everyday.So this is'nt goodbye, I will see you when God comes to get me. Please be waiting.
Love you, your sister Peg.

Cary & Susan Barnhart

October 15, 2008

Joyce and Kathy, so sorry to hear of your loss of husband and brother. Our thoughts are with you.

Kathy Barnhart

October 15, 2008

Sherm- You were my big brother and always the one I turned to when I was in trouble. I know you are with Mom, Dad & our little brother that never made it to life. You will always be in my heart and until I see you again - I Love You, Kathy

Kristina Miller

October 15, 2008

My heart is broken for your beautiful family, I know Uncle Shermie is sleeping with the Angels now and is no longer in pain.. All my love and prayers are with you forever and always.

October 15, 2008

KIM & FAMILY

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOURS DURING THIS MOST DIFFICULT TIME...

SOUTH COLONIE PTA COUNCIL

Annie and Paul Geitner

October 14, 2008

Joyce
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories keep you smiling.

Colleen Murphy

October 14, 2008

Joyce and The Conway Family I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Bob Beauchaine

October 13, 2008

Joyce

It's hard to find the words. Sherm and I grew up together and he was the best man at my wedding. I will remember him fondly and in my prayers. My condolences to you and the whole family.

Bob

Jean Stewart (Fisher)

October 13, 2008

Joyce,
Just heard the sad news. I am so sorry to hear about Sherm passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Jean Stewart (Fisher)

Judi Forst

October 13, 2008

Joyce,
Well you won't see me setting at your table early mornings any more, having coffee with Mr Conaway. Also I won't be putting in any more water pumps with Sher and Larry.
I'm only in back of you not on the side of you any more--but I'm still here for you.
Love
Judi

Cynthia Petersen (Clouthier)

October 13, 2008

Joyce and family,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. I remember when we shared times while living on Bradford St. and You and Sherm were like family to us girls.
Take care and God Bless,

Dona and Paul Terpening

October 13, 2008

Joyce,

I am so sorry for your loss. I just heard from Bill about Sherm passing. Please let us know if we can do anything for you. Love Dona and Paul

Becky Sirigiano

October 13, 2008

Kathy,Dick,Kelly and Bill
I am so sorry to hear the passing of your brother and uncle. May god be with you all at this time.You are in my prayers.

Mary Weseman

October 13, 2008

Joyce & Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. We will always remember Sherm to be fun loving and a good guy. May he rest in peace.
Rick and Mary Lou Weseman

Donna & David Zygmon

October 13, 2008

Joyce & Family,
Sorry to hear about Sherm. Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Cody Guillaume

October 13, 2008

To the Conaway Family,
I am sorry to hear about your loss! He was a good man,

Michelle, Michael, Mark, Shaun, and Jillie

October 13, 2008

Poppie,

We miss you! You meant so much to all of us. Thank you for being the best grandfather anyone could ever ask for. You will never be forgotten. We love you!

Frank & Judy Houck

October 13, 2008

Sherm, You will always live in our hearts and prayers. We go way back and even though we went our seperate ways, the good times and memories we built will always be there. Watch over all of us that you left behind, especially Joyce. Godspeed!!

October 13, 2008

Joyce and family,
Please accept our sincerest sypathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Lynda and Bill Cooper

Ashley and Alice

October 12, 2008

I would like to say that we are sorry for you loss.

CRYSTAL EBERT

October 12, 2008

uncle shermie..we will all miss you and we will save our memorys untill we meet you again...i will miss you ..and i love u uncle shermie....

CRYSTAL..

P.S I LOVE YOU...!!!!

KYM NEDOROSCIK

October 12, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Sherman will be missed, but we will always thinking of you and him.
Remember Dan and I are here you need anything.

Sylvia Maimone

October 12, 2008

To the entire Conaway Family,

I am so sorry to have learned about Shermie's passing. I sincerely hope that you will be able to find comfort in each other during this very difficult time. I will be thinking of you all in the days ahead. You have the most incredible family I have ever come to know. Our deepest to all of you.

Love, Sylvia and Johnny Maimone

Lea Conaway

October 12, 2008

You will be missed and will always share a special place in my heart. I know you are in good hands. Love and miss you always. The brat

Larry&Kathy Otty

October 12, 2008

Sorry to hear of your loss. We will
be out of town and will not be able to attend the viewing. Thinking of
you in this time of sorrow.

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