COLONIE – Paul J. Vadney, 85, of Colonie, died Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at Albany Memorial Hospital. Paul was born in Albany on February 28, 1927, the son of the late Edward P. and Catherine H. Pinion Vadney. He lived in the area all his life. He was employed as a firefighter by the Albany Fire Dept., and as a police officer by the Albany Police Dept. He also was employed for many years as a funeral assistant by several area funeral homes, as a security guard at the Albany County Nursing Home, and by the Tobin Group.
Paul is survived by his beloved wife Arlene Navaretta Vadney; his daughter Catherine Sheridan (Harold R., Sr.), his brother Peter Vadney (Joyce) of Guilderland; and by several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Edward Vadney, and his sisters Jean Fallon and Maureen Collins.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Saturday morning at 9:00, and from there to St. Pius X Church, Crumite Rd., Loudonville at 10:00. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Friday from 4-7 p.m. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Glenmont. The family suggests memorial contributions to St. Pius X Church, 23 Crumitie Road, Loudonville, New York 12211. To leave a message of condolence for the family, send a sympathy card, or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
Neil and Jaime Levine
November 13, 2012 at 7:18 pmDear Arlene and family, Expressing our heartfelt condolences upon hearing of Pauls passing today . I always enjoyed my conversations with him when I was at the house. He was always a pleasure to chat with. He will be missed but his wit and fond memories will last forever. Once again, our condolences.
Jaime and Neil Levine
Colonial Cleaners
Marian & Bud Munroe & family
November 14, 2012 at 10:19 amDear Arlene, Catherine & family
I have so many happy memories of growing up with all my cousins.
You and me roller skating at Sportsman’s in Delmar, sleigh riding down the hill at the end of Bohl Ave., one of the groomsmen at our wedding, you and Peter helping us lay the foundation for our house, our annual Memorial picnic; even though you did not feel well, you still came this year.
You will be missed but I have been blest having you as a cousin and I am thankful you are no longer in pain. God bless.
.
Mary Ann Scruggs
November 14, 2012 at 5:56 pmDear Aunt Arlene, I am sending my condolences to you and you family for the loss of Uncle Paul. So many memories of you both at the family reunions at Marian and Bud’s. Sending love and prayers to you. Love Mary Ann
wendy munroe connors
November 14, 2012 at 11:07 pmArlene and Catherine,
Our thoughts go out to you both.
Memories are forever and I will always miss the Memorial Day Picnics. How we waited for everybody to arrive. The softball games and Nana’e attempt to organize the parades down the driveway. it was great when Catherine would bring her trumpet.
“Teddy” was a great big huggy bear. Glad the memories last.
Love you, Wendy, Kim, Stephanie, Kasey and Micki
Sharon & Artie Erbe
November 15, 2012 at 6:08 pmCathy & Bob,
Just noticed in the Post Star about your Dad. We just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts. We are very sorry for your loss. Sending our condolences to you and your family.
Cathy, I told Bob the other day that we’d be interested in coming to one of your concerts in the future.
Again, thinking of you at this time. Fondly, Sharon & Artie
Michael Munroe
November 16, 2012 at 6:05 amArlene & Catherine,
I remember Uncle Ted and Uncle Pete busting on the twins and I every year for mom’s memorial picnic. You were one of the coolest Uncles I had; a gentlemen a great family man – a real class act.
Thank you for coming to mom’s picnic this year, it was great to see you and I will forever cherish all the fond memories of you and our discussions.
Forever in my heart, Michael, Gail, Mariah, Kaylee, Taylor, Jeanna and Michael.
Alisa Radley Blanco
November 16, 2012 at 7:30 amArlene and Catherine,
I am so very sorry to hear about Paul’s passing. I have many fond memories of the old neighborhood growing up. He was a special part of that. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Alisa Radley Blanco
Marianne VanDerhyden
November 16, 2012 at 12:14 pmArlene, I’m so sorry for your loss.
Monique
November 16, 2012 at 7:25 pmYour family has my condolences in this sad time. (Isa. 25:8)
Steve and Valarie Batchelder
November 17, 2012 at 9:15 amWe just read in the paper about your Dad’s passing. Please give our condolences to Arlene and know that we are thinking of you.
Barbara Aldi
November 20, 2012 at 1:10 pmDear Cathy and Arlene. I have soo many wonderful memories of all of you while at S. Colonie. My deepest sympathy to both of you……….Paul was a very sweet and gentle man.
Love, Barbara