ALBANY – Edward L. Holdridge, 66, of Albany, died Saturday, February 23, 2013 at Albany Medical Center Hospital after a brief illness. Mr. Holdridge was born in Albany, and lived here all his life. He was a graduate of Christian Brothers Academy and attended Siena College. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam war. In the early 1970’s, he owned Tia’s Pizzeria on New Scotland Avenue in Albany. At the time of his death he was employed at the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. He was a true sports enthusiast, and an avid fan of the New York Yankees, the New York Giants, and horse racing. He also enjoyed being surrounded by his family and friends.
Mr. Holdridge was the son of the late Warren G. Holdridge and Mary R. Pietrzak Holdridge. He is survived by his brother and sisters Joanne (David) Stammel of Niverville, NY, Teresa Zakutny of Albany, and Donald J. (Elaine) Holdridge of Amsterdam; his dear niece Kelly Stammel of Niverville, NY; and by several aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was predeceased by his brother Warren J. Holdridge, and his brother- in- law Jack Zakutny.
Funeral services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. The family suggests memorial contributions to a charity of your choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hans Funeral Home, Albany. To leave a message of condolence for the family or send a sympathy card, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
Bill and Donna Parker
February 26, 2013 at 9:08 amDear Terry, Joanne, Donald and family, Please know our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with each of you for Ted’s passing. May your treasured memories bring you comfort and may Ted rest in peace. Love, Bill & Donna
Joan M. Kurtzner
February 26, 2013 at 11:44 amDear Joanne,
So sorry to hear about your brother’s passing. My prayers and condolences to you on your loss. Love, Joan
Virginia Tomisman
February 26, 2013 at 1:01 pmMy condolences to Ed’s family. Ed was my neighbor and we worked at DMV. We shared many bus rides home from work and discussing current events. He will be missed.
Denny Galka
February 26, 2013 at 7:45 pmJoanne, Theresa, and Donald You have my prayers and condolences I remember growing up on Third St. all the fun we had playing in the street at nite.. Teddy was one terrificperson He came from a beautiful family Denny
Nancy Edwards
February 27, 2013 at 8:47 pmEd was a wonderful guy. We were friends for years at DMV, and had many long conversations. He had a great sense of humor and was always so thoughtful, friendly and caring. It was a pleasure knowing him and working with him. He will be missed. I will keep all of his family in my prayers.
Joanne De Graff
February 28, 2013 at 5:09 pmDear Joanne, Kelly & Terry: So sorry to read of your brother,uncle’s passing. May he rest in peace. Sincerely, Joanne De Graff
Peter Mason
February 28, 2013 at 7:36 pmSorry to hear of Ted’s passing. Glad I knew him from school to work sorry I lost contact. God speed