GUILDERLAND – Susan Marie Macri, 55, of Guilderland, passed away after a sudden illness on Thursday, October 1, 2015. Sue was born in Albany, and lived in the area all her life. She was a graduate of Mercy High School, class of ’79, and attended Maria College. She was employed for many years by the Albany County Dept. of Social Services until her recent retirement.
Sue will always be remembered for her expertise in cooking, especially her baking. Her passion and knowledge of horse racing gave her the ability to pick the winners at Saratoga. While caring for her mom at the Teresian House, Sue will be remembered for always lending a hand to the other residents. After her mother’s recent passing, Sue began her volunteer service at the Teresian House. Sue’s kindness and her caring nature will be missed by all who knew her.
Sue was predeceased by her parents Ernest V. Mason, and Rose A. Dowen Dunigan Mason. She is survived by her beloved fiancé James H. Finnigan, III; her sister Judith Cocca (Nicholas Kurtessis) of Voorheesville; her brother Francis Dunigan (Laura), of Homosassa, FL; and by several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Tuesday morning at 8:15, and from there to All Saints Catholic Church, 16 Homestead St., Albany (behind CVS), at 9:00. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Monday from 4-7 p.m. Interment will be in Our Lady Help of Christians Cemetery, Glenmont. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Western Turnpike Rescue Squad, 200 Centre Dr, Albany, NY 12203. To leave a message of condolence for the family or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
Click here to view Sue’s resting place in Our Lady Help of Christians Cemetery, Glenmont, NY 12077.
Susan Goldfarb
October 3, 2015 at 10:46 amMy deepest condolences to Jim and the entire Mason family. Sue was always a sweetheart, lending a hand, a joke, a smile and a laugh to brighten your day, She will be missed by many, and remembered for her kindness. My prayers are with you all.
Michele Delaney
October 3, 2015 at 12:29 pmJim,
It was of great sadness to hear of Sue’s passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences and we hope that in a small way they help through these trying times. There are many in the community who will mourn deeply her passing as she was full of compassion and excellence. May she rest in peace.
The Delaney’s
Rosemary and Dan Centi
October 3, 2015 at 5:02 pmJim,
We were shocked to hear of Sue’s passing.
She will always be remembered for her kindness to us and to others.
God Bless.
Karen and Steve DiBella
October 3, 2015 at 5:29 pmJudi, Nick and family
So sorry for your loss
Richard & Faye Whitford
October 4, 2015 at 6:18 amOur condolences to the family of Frank Dunigan to hear of the passing of Sue. Our prayers are with you.
Dick & Faye
Brad Grant
October 4, 2015 at 10:16 amI am very saddened to hear of Sue’s passing. My deep-felt condolences to family and friends. Sue was a special girl and could light up a room with her smile. She will be missed very much and Heaven is a better [place with her being there. Godspeed Sue, we will never forget you.
Karen Rudzinski Casey
October 5, 2015 at 7:17 amSue and I went through both grade school at St. Margaret Mary’s and Mercy High, together. I have such great memories of her and I hanging out at each other’s homes as children and then as young “adults”. I was so sad to hear of her passing. She was always sweet natured, so it didn’t surprise me to read of her compassion towards others, volunteering, etc.. Heaven has gained a true angel.
Chuck Dorgan & Gina Costantini
October 5, 2015 at 9:58 amI am so deeply saddened when I heard the news of Sue’s passing. Sue had a personality and a smile that could brighten any situation.
She will be deeply missed. Our prayers and condolences to family and friends.
God Bless
Chuck & Gina
Angelo Restifo
October 5, 2015 at 11:28 amJim and Judy. I am sorry to hear about Sue ‘s passing. She was a wonderful person. …..she was a joy…..she will be missed…
Robin Castiglione
October 5, 2015 at 2:35 pmJimmy, I am so sorry for your loss. I have heard countless remarks about what a wonderful and bright lighted spirit she was. My heart goes out to those of you who feel the pain of her absence. My condolences to the entire family, who I will keep in my prayers.
Love Robin
Lynn hogan
October 5, 2015 at 3:43 pmJudy and Jim, so very sorry for your loss.