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Thomas Comanzo Obituary

Comanzo, Thomas A. ALBANY Thomas A. Comanzo, 70, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 17, 2021. Born in Niskayuna he was the son of Anthony and Clara Nasuti Comanzo. A graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School in Schenectady Tom went on to graduate from Siena College. A New York State employee, Tom retired in 2016 after 41 years of service. Tom was a passionate union man and active in the N.Y.S. Public Employees Federation holding the position of statewide vice president and regional coordinator. Following his retirement Tom remained active in the Region 8 political action committee. A communicant of the former Our Lady of Angels Church, Tom was the former president of the parish council and a lector and eucharistic minister, and involved in the Blessed Sacrament Church food pantry. He was also a great lover and patron of the arts. He is survived by his cherished wife of 46 years, Susan Sugrue Comanzo; his beloved daughter, Johanna (Fred) Cole; his sister-in-law, Rosemary Clenahan; and his nephew, Bryan (Griffan Randall) Clenahan. Tom is also survived by many friends that he considered family. Along with his parents he was predeceased by his brother, Joseph Comanzo. Calling hours will be held Thursday, June 24, from 10 a.m. 12 p.m. at DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home, 1605 Helderberg Ave., Rotterdam.A 12 p.m. prayer service will immediately follow. Burial will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. Memorial contributions may be made in Tom's memory to Proctors Collaborative, 432 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305. To leave a condolence or message for the family visit demarcostonefuneralhome.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on Jun. 22, 2021.

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Brian Valentine

January 30, 2022

I remember Tom from Siena College. Tom was such a nice friend. I am so sorry for your loss.

Robert A Neiles

June 23, 2021

I'm very saddened by Tom's passing. We actually go back a long way, good man, good friend. Sue and Johanna you are in my prayers.

Linda Rubin

June 23, 2021

So very sorry to learn of Tom´s passing. He was one of the most admired officers of PEF. The staff really enjoyed working with him. He will be missed by many.

Deborah Coleman

June 23, 2021

To Tom´s family so sorry for your loss. He was a great person and could always make me laugh. Keeping you in my prayers.

John Kearney

June 22, 2021

To theCamanzo family,
Please accept my sincere prayers and condolences on the passing of Tom. A true and dedicated friend and colleague in the labor movement. He will be dearly missed. God Bless!
John Kearney
Sec/Treas - BA ( Ret. )
Teamsters Local 294

Mike McNulty

June 22, 2021

Susan, Johanna, and Family: Tom was a wonderful Friend all through the years. I am very sorry for your loss.

Joe Duva

June 22, 2021

I am very sorry for your loss. I knew Tom when he worked for OGS. He was a great guy and always very helpful. I am sure he will be missed by all who were fortunate to have known him. May he rest in peace and enjoy eternal life.

Joe Duva

Joseph Kowalski

June 22, 2021

Sue,
Sorry for your loss.

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10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home

1605 Helderberg Ave., Schenectady, NY 12306

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DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home

1605 Helderberg Ave., Schenectady, NY 12306

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