Dorothy D. Magin

Albany-Dorothy D. Magin passed away peacefully at St. Peter’s Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, on 12/4/17. Born in Albany, NY on April 17, 1923, Dottie was a lifelong resident of Albany. She was the daughter of the late Vincent and Anna Laraia and the beloved wife of the late William J. Magin. Dorothy attended the Albany Public Schools and was a graduate of Albany High School. She was a devoted homemaker, wife and mother. She was also very involved with many volunteer organizations including the Albany Board of Elections, the Parish of Mater Christi and the Ladies of Charity. She served as past president of many Parent Teacher Associations including St. Catherine of Siena, Vincentian Institute and Marylrose Academy. She was a proud founding member of the Parish of Mater Christi. She was the devoted mother of Peggy Magin of Weymouth, MA and Betsy (Don) Reutemann of Latham. Cherished grandmother of William C. Reutemann of Fort Collins, CO and Charles V. Reutemann of Albany. Dot was predeceased by her siblings; Rose Shea, Geraldine Heaphy, Joseph Laraia, Vincent Laraia and Francis Laraia. She is survived by her loving sisters-in-law; Margaret Shay of San Francisco, CA, Sylvia Magin of Rensselaer and devoted brother-in-law; Hayden Heaphy of Louisville, KY. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews as well as grand nieces and nephews. Dorothy’s family would like to express their appreciation to the staff of the Teresian House for the kind and loving care provided to her for these last few years. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Dorothy’s family on Monday, December 11th, 4 to 7PM at the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 12th, at 11 AM at the Parish of Mater Christi, 40 Hopewell Street, Albany. Interment will follow in the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Rensselaer NY. In lieu of flowers, those who wish, may make contributions to the Parish of Mater Christi Food Pantry in honor of Dorothy’s joy in preparing meals for loved ones. To leave a message for the family, please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com

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Dorothy D. Magin

April 17, 1923 - December 4, 2017