Janet Mary Delaney

Surrounded by her loving family, Janet Mary Delaney (Stark) lost her courageous battle with cancer on August 9, 2013. Jan was known for her kindness, beautiful smile and her love for everyone. Born on Sept. 19, 1941 in Albany, she was the daughter of Frederick and Illean Stark, who predeceased her. She attended the former Vincentian Institute for both primary and secondary school and graduated in 1959. Jan then began working for the NYS Department of Audit and Control, first as a Key Punch Operator and then a Supervisor. In 1964, she began the part of her life she was most proud of, becoming a mother. Jan took great pride in raising her children and acting as a loving caregiver to many other family members and friends. Some of her happiest moments were spent watching her children and grandchildren grow and flourish. Jan spent many hours volunteering at The Church of the Blessed Sacrament. She was a Eucharistic Minister, a member of the parish council and helped in any way that was needed. Her favorite volunteer effort was working at the Church Food Pantry. She is survived by her husband of 49 years Sylvester (Bud) Delaney with whom she would have celebrated her Golden Anniversary on September 21st; her 3 children Kathleen Hoffman (Joseph) of Slingerlands, Jack Delaney (Lynn) of Selkirk and Brendan Delaney (Laura Hallar) of Albany; 5 grandchildren Joseph and Elizabeth Hoffman of Slingerlands and Erin, Matthew and Shannon Delaney of Selkirk. Her siblings, Donald Stark (Connie) of Hartford CT., Barbara Durrick (David) of Latham, NY, and Robert Stark (Vanessa) of Little River, SC, as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Jan was also predeceased by her niece Susan Stark Vincek. The family would like to thank the Community Hospice, especially her nurse Becky. Also, thanks to Dr. L. Garbo and the staff of NYOH of Albany for their loving care. Much gratitude to the wonderful neighbors and friends who have been so kind and supportive over the last 2 years. Funeral services will be Tuesday from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 N. Allen St., Albany at 8:15 AM thence to Blessed Sacrament Church at 9:00AM where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the Funeral Home, Monday from 4-7 PM. Interment will follow the Mass at St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jan’s memory may be made to either The Church of the Blessed Sacrament Food Pantry or The Church of the Blessed Sacrament Church 607 Central Avenue, Albany, NY 12206.

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Janet Mary Delaney

September 19, 1941 - August 9, 2013