Troy, NY - Joseph B. Boland, 76, of Troy entered into eternal life on Sunday November 6, 2022, after an extended battle with cancer. The son of the late Leo F. and Patricia O'Brien Boland he was predeceased by his brother Leo Boland Jr. and sister Grace Boland.He was a proud graduate and lifelong supporter of LaSalle Institute, Class of 1964, Hudson Valley Community College and Mount St. Mary's College in Emmitsburg, MD.Retired from the New York State Department of Social Services, he worked for thirty years in the investigation of Medicaid fraud and abuse and quality control.Joe is survived by his sisters Patricia and Mary Boland and brother Henry Boland. Also surviving are his much loved nephew and nieces Henry Boland Jr., Betsy Boland McDonagh (Eoin), Kathleen Basiel (Donnie), Moira Nowc (Don) and Meghann Zerrahn (Eric); his great-nephews Dylan Clairmont, Kyle Boland, Teagan Joseph Nowc, and great-nieces Raya Grace Boland, Aoife McDonough, Kalista Mayo, Ashelyn and Kendall Basiel and Kennedy and Karoline Zerrahn; his 14 godchildren; numerous cousins in the Boland, O'Brien, Schuyler, Hogan, Cordone and Hannan families; and by his lifelong friends and brothers of the heart, members of the Kappa Sigma Kappa fraternity.A very kind and generous person and a night owl, he will be remembered as everyone's 'Uncle Joe' who checked on the teenagers to make sure they got home safely after a night out, who served as everyone's designated driver and supporter who could be counted on for a loan whenever it was needed. He was generous also to his many charities, particularly those supporting the Right to Life.In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity.The Wake will be held on Friday, November 11, between 3:00 and 7:00 P.M. at Joe's home, 216 Third Street in Troy. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, November 12, at 9:30 A.M. at St. Joseph's Church, 416 Third Street in Troy. Interment will follow in St. Peter's Cemetery, Troy.Arrangements are being made by William Leahy and Bocketti Funeral Home. https://www.lastingmemories.com/joseph-b-boland

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Published by The Record from Nov. 8 to Nov. 9, 2022.

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Ellie

December 6, 2023

Used to work with Joe at NY DSS. Great guy. You will be greatly missed.

Kyle

November 19, 2022

Uncle Joe was the most amazing, selfless, strong person to ever walk the face of the earth. He constantly did anything and everything he could to make sure the people around him, anyone, complete strangers, we´re comfortable and always felt at home. Constantly put everyone before himself because he had so much love to give. What you would call a saint, only one I´ve ever met. He made every second with him feel special, hands down my favorite person to ever exist. I hope he knows that.

Donna Sawyer

November 11, 2022

To Pat and family, my condolences to all of you, losing a brother is losing a dear friend. Yours, Donna Sawyer

Elizabeth McCarthy

November 11, 2022

Our deepest sympathies to Betsy and all of the Boland family. We never met Uncle Joe but have heard the most amazing stories of the wonderful Uncle he was and always will be remembered for. What an impact dear Joe had on all who knew him.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
Elizabeth McCarthy & Family (Dublin, Ireland)

Kate Poland Downes

November 11, 2022

Patsy, Mary and Hank,

I am so sorry to hear about Joey. He was a great guy with a keen sense of humor and kind heart. I remember fun times we had with the Hannan's and your family at Sacandaga. Joey threw some great parties at 216 Third Street. Cherish your memories. May he rest in Peace.

The Wolfes of the Park

Planted Trees

Joseph Boland

November 10, 2022

Joe was always considerate of me despite our political disagreements, and generously shared his interest in our family's genealogy. I'm sorry to hear of his sudden passing. My thoughts and condolences are with Patsy, Mary, Hank, and everyone who knew and loved Joe. "Love is how you stay alive, even after you are gone."

The Schuyler's

Sent Flowers

George D. Palmere

November 10, 2022

I will sorely miss you but know God has taken and embraced you. You were a great "big brother" to me when I pledged KSK, a mentor, a college buddy and a "gold" friend. Rest in Peace.
My condolences to the family for their loss. george

Anne Flavin Ahlborn

November 10, 2022

Mary, Pat and Henry, I´m keeping Joey, you and his extended family in my prayers. With deepest sympathy as you mourn the loss, honor the memory, and celebrate the life of your brother.

Jamie Meehan

November 10, 2022

Joe was a friend and mentor in our old days working at NYS Department of Social Services. We had many a laugh and also worked hard for the unfortunate souls in New York State. We had some crazy road trips over the years and Joe always got us home. Hopefully Joe is home now in Heaven. God bless you Joe. My condolences to your family.

Betty Ann Richards

November 9, 2022

RIP Joe. I worked with Joe for several years. What a nice guy. My condolences to the Boland family

Megan

November 9, 2022

I was sad to hear the news of Joe´s passing. I haven´t been around over the last many years, but was always kept up to date by my dad. My condolences and thoughts are with everyone who knew and loved Joe. May he rest peacefully.

Ellen C. And Thomas Gorke

November 9, 2022

Dear family and relatives of our dear friend Joe. We will miss him and always remember how much fun he was as we grew up together. He was always like one of the family, and oh how he loved to tease me, almost as much as my brother Phil!!
We will remember him in our hearts and thoughts and prayers.
Love, Ellen (Casey)And Tom Gorke

John Farnan

November 9, 2022

I worked with Joe at NYS DSS/OTDA. He was my mentor and friend. Joe was a a lamb among wolves but, make no mistake, though as harmless as a dove, Joe was as shrewd, tenacious and wise as the wolves. Joe was one of a kind, a Godsend, a saint among mere men. Some of us will join Joe in heaven, I hope I'm among them. God bless you Joe and thank you for your brotherhood and humanity.

Mike McNulty

November 9, 2022

To all of Joe´s Family: Joe was a wonderful Friend all through the years, beginning with our time at LaSalle. Joe was a classmate and good pal to my brothers Jack and Bill.

Barbara Chiappone McMahon

November 9, 2022

So very sad to hear of Joe's passing and prayers for the family. I grew up with Joe at St. Mary's school and through the years that followed. Always supported whatever community event was going on, especially the Spaghetti Supper!

Sandy Santini Guerin

November 9, 2022

Fondly recalling memories of Joe through our years working at NYS DSS. He was a generous soul and very proud of his family. RIP my friend.

Michael Rinella

November 9, 2022

Joey and I met in Sacandaga Park over 70 years ago and have been life-long friends ever since.
His kindness, sincerity, quick wit and very often unvarnished opinions made him delightful company in all circumstances.
My deepest condolences to Patsy, Mary and Henry, and all the Boland family.

Gone from My Sight
By Henry Van Dyke

I am standing upon the seashore.

A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is an object of beauty and strength. I stand and watch her until, at length, she hangs like a speck of white cloud just where the sea and sky come to mingle with each other.

Then some at my side says: "There, she is gone!"

"Gone where?"

Gone from my sight.

That is all.

She is just as large in mast and hull and spar as she was when she left my side and she is just as able to bear her load of living freight to destined port.

Her diminished size is in me, not in her. And just at that moment when someone at my side says: "There, she is gone!" there are other eyes watching her coming, and other voices ready to take up the glad shout: "Here she comes!"

And that is dying...