ALPHARETTTA, GA – Walter Jon Harrington, 96, formerly of Colonie, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2020, in Alpharettta, GA. Jon, or Wally, as he was also known, was born in New York City, but lived most of his life in the Albany area. He served in the U.S. Army as part of the 10th Mountain Division during World War II, and was employed for decades by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany as business manager of the Evangelist newspaper.
Jon was predeceased by his beloved wife Rosemary Breslin Harrington. He is survived by his sons Jon Harrington of Bernardsville, NJ, and Tim Harrington of Alpharetta, GA; his grandson Jeffrey Harrington of Oneida, NY; and his brother Donald Harrington of Fort Pierce, FL. He was predeceased by his brother Paul Harrington.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Christ Our Light Catholic Church, 1 Maria Dr, Loudonville, on Wednesday, September 30th, at 10:00 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited. Please only enter the Church from the front entrance. Masks and social distancing are required. Church Ambassadors will be available to help with seating and questions; and please attempt to arrive before 9:45 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. To leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com .
James and Mary Breig
I worked with Jon for many years at The Evanglist newspaper, years of fun with only a rare disagreement here and there. Usually, the winner was named Jon. He was not only a co-worker committed to the paper but also a friend. My wife, Mary, and I along with other staff members always delighted to see Jon, and we remained in touch with him after he left the Capital District. There’s no need to say “May he rest in peace” because we all know he is in heaven.
patrick gaffney
Sorry for your loss. Jon was my Godfather and a long time friend of my dad, Raymond Gaffney. May he Rest in Peace. Keep him in your heart always by remembering his love of family and friends. God Bless you.
Ronald R Davis
Dear Jon and Tim,
Sorry to hear about your loss. I have been trying to track you both down for a long time with no luck. This
is Ron Davis from Camp Scully. I am certain you have to remember me.
If you wish to contact me i can be reached at 519 6085594 cell 5183316704. I work at St. Michael Church in Troy New York.
I hope you are well and may the love and healing of the Lord be with all of you.
David Smith
Tim-
So very sorry to learn of your dad’s passing. I know how close you both were.
I’m unable to attend the funeral, but, today, after work, will go to the Siena Grotto and light a candle and say a prayer for Wally , you and all your family.
God bless!
Elizabeth Lacy Brown-Claudio Athens, NY
I sorry to hear of the loss of your father JON, I work with your mother Rose Mary for many years NYSDSS. Many times your parent had me for lunch and dinner. My deepest sympathy to your family. This is like it just happens. God bless