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William Heffern Obituary
GREEN ISLAND - William A. "Skinny" Heffern, 81, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 19, 2024, at Samaritan Hospital, with his loving family by his side.
William was the son of the late Edward Heffern and Elizabeth (McGlynn) Heffern.
He was the devoted husband of over 61 years to Marie Michele (Fargnoli) Heffern.
William was a member of the Vagabond Club, in Green Island for many years. He also enjoyed spending many hours at the Lansingburgh Veterans Club, helping with many events.
He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially playing cards with them every Friday night. He also loved going to Saratoga Race Track with his friends and playing the horses.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his mother-in-law, Miss Mary Fargnoli "NANA;" sister-in-law, Palma Thompson (Fargnoli); and his grandson, Michael Lazzaro.
William is survived by his wife, Marie Heffern; his children, Peter (Beth) Heffern, John (Stacey Lazzaro) Heffern, Michele (Shelly) Heffern, William (Karrie Diacetis) Heffern, Jr.; his grandchildren, Peter (Morgan McKeever) Heffern, Melissa (Eric Gordon) Heffern, Cayla (Jesse) Sullivan, Devin Lazzaro, Emma Heffern, Brody Heffern, Grayson Heffern, Dominick Heffern, Isabella Heffern and Teigin LeGault; his granddaughter-in-law, Loren Lazzaro; his great-grandchildren, Pike Lazzaro and Presley Lazzaro; his siblings, Edward (Judy) Heffern, T.J. (Peg) Heffern, Jack (Pat) Heffern. His in-laws, Thomas and Angela (Fargnoli) Weisenforth; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends.
Calling hours will be held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 181 Troy Schenectady Road, Watervliet, N.Y., on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., at the funeral home. Interment will follow the service at St. Patrick's Cemetery, Watervliet, N.Y.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Heffern
Denise Finning
February 26, 2024
Marie, Peter, John, Michelle, and Billy,
We send our apologies that we are unable to attend the services but send our deepest sympathies and love to all of you in the loss of Skinny. Jim & Denise Finning
D. Graham
February 26, 2024
Dear Marie and family,
You and your family
are in my thoughts, heart and prayers in this time of sorrow. My hope is that the prayers of those who care will help ease the pain you are going through, and all your great memories of Bill will bring all of you comfort.
Love and prayers,
Donna Graham
Sister Robert Rita C.S.J.
Luanne M. FERRIS
February 26, 2024
MICHELE, SO sad to hear you ha very lost your father. May his memory be a blessing.
JOHN T. ALBARELLI SR.
February 26, 2024
MARIE and FAMILY- SO sad to hear about BILL. I have not seen him until the late eighties and nineties. He was quite the character and always enjoyed his friendship whether playing a round of golf at frear park or a few libations at the PARK HOTEL. REST IN PEACE SKINNY AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU. I was proud to have known you buddy. With deepest sympathy JOHNNY A. Until we meet again. You were a great guy with a big heart.
Al Sterling
February 25, 2024
Marie:
I cannot begin to express the words to comfort you at this time, but perhaps these lyrics will suffice:
In times of darkness, love sees... In time of silence, love hears...
In times of doubt, love hopes... In times of sorrow, love heals...
And in all times, love remembers.
May time soften the pain until all that remains Is the warmth of the memories
And the love.
Mike and Nancy McNulty & Family
February 23, 2024
Marie and Family: Skinny was a good friend all through the years. We are very sorry for your loss
Steve "Web" Weber
February 22, 2024
Skinny was a long time Vets Club member. Always bought a round when he one and was good for the New York post every time he came in. I considered him a friend and the club will not be the same without him
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