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William A. Engelke

William Engelke Obituary

ENGELKE, WILLIAM TROY - William A. Engelke, 88, of Troy, died peacefully, Friday, November 19, 2010 after a long illness with his loving family at his side. Born in Brooklyn, he was the son of the late Edward A. and Anna Kran Engelke and beloved husband of Rose Barton Engelke. Mr. Engelke was a graduate of Brooklyn Tech High School and SUNY at Farmingdale. He was a veteran of the United States Coast Guard, proudly serving his country from 1943 to 1946. His first ship was the T2-SE-AL Tanker S.S. Sweetwater. Bill worked at Allegheny Ludlum Steel in Watervliet from 1955 to 1982 as a design engineer. In 1962, he founded the WANT AD DIGEST with his wife Rose which has been a very successful family owned and operated business for over 48 years. Bill retired in 2005 leaving his company in the very capable hands of his family. He was a former member of the Center Brunswick Volunteer Fire Co., Brunswick Elks, Kiwanis Club of Troy and a member of the Center Brunswick United Methodist Church. In 1998, he was named "Citizen of the Year" by the Town of Brunswick. Survivors in addition to his wife Rose, include his loving children; Robert (Ning) Engelke of Highland, NY, Paul Engelke of Eagle Mills, Eric (Theresa) Engelke of Surfside Beach, S.C., Linda (Frank) Stella of Cottekill, NY, Carol Salamanca of Berlin, NY, Rose Hastings-Weaver of Surfside Beach, S.C., and Laura Engelke of Troy, his beloved grandchildren; Michael, Erica Rose Hastings, Caitlin, Ellie and Travis Engelke, Vallis, Derek and Lena Salamanca, Melissa and Benjamin Stella, Amanda, Paul Jr., Owen, Salena and Carson Engelke and one great grandson, Jackson Frost Goodermote. Funeral service will be held Monday morning at 11:00 a.m. from the Morris -Stebbins-Miner & Sanvidge Funeral Home, 312 Hoosick Street, Troy, 12180 with the Rev. Arthur F. Hagy, Jr., Pastor of Center Brunswick United Methodist Church officiating. Calling hours will be held in the funeral home on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Interment with military honors will be held in Oakwood Cemetery, Troy. The family desires that memorial contributions be made to either the Center Brunswick Volunteer Fire Co., 1045 Hoosick Rd., Troy, NY 12180 or to the Center Brunswick United Methodist Church, 990 Hoosick Rd., Troy, NY 12180 in memory of William A. Engelke. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted by the family to the Morris-Stebbins-Miner & Sanvidge Funeral Home, 312 Hoosick Street, Troy, New York 12180. Please sign the guestbook at rememberingny.us/troyrecord

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Published by The Record from Nov. 19 to Nov. 20, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for William Engelke

17 Entries

Carlos

January 29, 2011

I mourn with those who are mourning.

Cathy (Chinski) Smith

November 23, 2010

To the entire Engelke family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers...With love and sympathy...

November 22, 2010

rose,michael&erica,
sorry to hear of your dad/grandads passing. he will be in your hearts forever. my deepest sympathy.
patty sciacco

Debra DonVito

November 21, 2010

One thing is for sure ... Bill loved his family! My thoughts are with you all.

Ray Ray

November 20, 2010

Rose,Paul,Bob,Eric,Linda,and The Rest Of The Engelke Family.....Please Accept My Heartfelt Condolences On The Loss Of A Wonderful Husband, Father And Grandfather. I Am So Sorry For Your Loss
My Prayers Are With Your Family In This time Of Loss.
Please Let Me Know If There Is Anything I Can Do.

Tom Geren

November 20, 2010

Sorry to read of the passing of your dad. Paul, I have fond memories of your dad and family. My prayers are with the Engelke family. God Bless.

Richard&Paula Palmateer

November 20, 2010

Rose & family,
Bill was a great & generous person. We fondly remember all the good times at the Want Ad, the Center Brunswick Fire Dept., boating, lively discussions, and family gatherings. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Richard & Paula Palmateer

mary eddy

November 20, 2010

How very sad to here of Bills passing you are with your angels now . Our prayers are with the family in these sad times.

Richard&Paula Palmateer

November 20, 2010

Bill was a great and generous person along with his better half, Rose. We fondly remember being part of the family during the 70s & 80s with the Want Ad, the Center Brunswick Fire Company, boating, lively discussions, and family gatherings.
Love always,

Lori Claus

November 20, 2010

Rose & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.

Ruthie Teta

November 20, 2010

Rosie,Paul,Erika,Michael and Family.....Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of a wonderful father,husband and grandfather...He will be sorely missed by all..Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time...xo.Love Ruthie and Kyle..

Mark P. Tallman, MD

November 20, 2010

Rose,
You did such a great job caring for Bill. I hope you and your family can find peace together and relish Bill's full and successful life.

Tom Simkins

November 20, 2010

Bill and I had a close relationship for several years during the early 70's. In particular I remember Laura's piano playing, all the Engelke kids doing their part to help collect litter in Vanderheyden Park, and especially sail boat racing on Lake George. Bill's home was always open to me if I wanted to just 'drop by'. Having been away summers, Bill and I didn't see much of each other since those days but I treasure the time we did get to spend together.

November 20, 2010

I was sad to hear about the passing of Mr. Engelke. I always enjoyed our conversations whenever our paths crossed.
Bob Pollock Jr.

Chad Wells

November 20, 2010

Bill was a great man with a great idea. I'm proud to have worked for him at the Want Ad Digest

Harleen Reynolds

November 20, 2010

Rose and family,
Sincere condolences.

Roy Morris

November 19, 2010

I enjoyed the time we shared in Kiwanis. Bill was full of enthusiasm and a real leader in our club. He inspired me with his dedication and his caring relationship with friends and colleagues. I share in the sadness of his family & friends at his passing. His memories will always be with us.
With deepest sympathy

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