Florence H. Conway

Delmar- Florence W. (Horne) Conway, 85 died peacefully on June 6, 2011 at her daughter’s Delmar home with loving family present. Born July 20, 1925 in Albany, NY, Flossy was the youngest daughter of Margaret and Allen Horne. She graduated in 1942 from St. Agnes School in Menands where she made many, dear life-long friends. After graduation she worked for the New York Telephone Company in Albany until her marriage to William T. Conway in 1945. Mom loved telling stories about growing up on Ramsey Place in Albany during the Depression and World War II – they were hard times, but she had many happy memories to share. Flossy was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who cherished her family, and who was actively involved in the lives of her five children. She was a frequent volunteer at her children's schools including Vincentian, Holy Cross, Kenwood, and the Albany Academy for Boys, where she served as head of the Mother’s Association. Flossy was delighted when her alma mater, St. Agnes merged with Kenwood to form the Doane Stuart School, and she enthusiastically supported the new school during her service as president of the St. Agnes Alumnae association. Flossy returned to the workforce in her later years and she was a beloved figure among her friends and co-workers, during her thirteen years of service at the NYS Commission on Quality of Care. “Flo”, as she was dubbed by her “CQC” co-workers, enjoyed her time with the agency, and made many friends with her sweet smile and kind manner. Her daughter Cathy was fortunate to be able to work with her for several years at CQC, and she cherishes those memories. Flossy retired in 1992 to spend time with her husband Bill. Flossy was an avid reader, and she passed her love of learning and books on to her children. Playing cards and board games was another favorite past-time, and Flossy’s spirited competitiveness will fondly be remembered by all of her children and grandchildren. She was unbeatable at Parcheesi and she was a wonderful card player with Bridge, Hearts, and Canasta among her favorites. Probably her happiest moments were spent enjoying the beautiful Atlantic Ocean with her family in Ocean Beach, New Jersey. Vacations at the Jersey Shore with Mom were magical, and we will all remember them always. For the last five years of her life, Flossy lived with her daughter Cathy, son-in-law Michael, and grandson Zachary. It was truly a gift to have this time together. Mom was such a kind and gentle presence in our home, and always up for some fun. Your “ladies home companion,” Shiloh, will miss napping at your feet, and making you laugh by stealing tissue out of your pockets. Flossy was preceded in death by her husband Bill; her daughter Margaret Conway; her parents; and her siblings, Margaret Buck, Ruth Pierce, and Charles Allen Horne. Survivors include her brother, James W. (Mary) Horne of Fall River Massachussets; children William T. Conway Jr. of Albany; Susan L. (David) Conway- Golden of Albany; Kevin W. (Lori) Conway of Slingerlands; Catherine A. (Michael) Frangella of Delmar; and daughter-in-law Marylee Towne Conway of Glenmont. She is the treasured grandmother of William T. (Devon) Conway III of Eastchester, Nicole M. Conway of Boston, Rylan T. Conway of Davis, California, Sean M. Conway of Glenmont, Zachary J. Frangella of Delmar, and Cameron R. Conway of Slingerlands. In addition she is survived by her great-grandchildren Riley and Will Conway as well as many nieces and nephews. Funeral services Saturday, June 11, 2011 at 9:45 am from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to the Parish of Mater Christi (formerly St. Catherine of Siena Church) at 10:30 am where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Friday, June 10, 2011, 4:00 to 7:00 pm in the funeral home. Interment St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. To leave the family a special message on their guest book, obtain a prayer card or directions, or share a photo or E-card wi

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Florence H. Conway

July 20, 1925 - June 6, 2011