Grace Irene Peckowitz

Colonie- Grace I. Peckowitz, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2019 following a long illness at her residence surrounded by her loving family and the support of Hospice care. Grace was born on October 13, 1939 to the late Josephine and Harold Legnard. Born and raised in Troy, New York, Grace graduated from Catholic Central High School in 1958. She was a full-time homemaker and was later employed at the Department of Motor Vehicles for many years. Grace is survived by her loving and devoted husband, John (Jack) J. Peckowitz, whom she was married to for over 30 years. Her daughters, Debra Powers and Catherine Secor (Scott) and son Mark Powers; stepchildren, Joan Peckowitz, Mary Lovely (William), John Peckowitz, Jr., Michael Peckowitz and Joseph Peckowitz. She is the proud grandmother of 16 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Elizabeth (Powers) Zepf (Lawrence), Ann Legnard, brother-in-law Donald Beaulac and many nieces and nephews. Grace was predeceased by her parents, Josephine and Harold Legnard, her son, Vincent M. Powers (Janice), her sisters, Helen Beaulac (Donald) and Mary Janicelli (Frank) and her brother Harold (Bud) Legnard (Ann) and her first husband, Vincent E. Powers, Jr. Grace was a devoted Catholic, enjoyed birdwatching, reading and writing her own stories, a few of which were published in magazines, traveling with her husband Jack in their camper and was extremely devoted to her children and her grandchildren. Also, she always enjoyed her furry friends. Grace will be missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her, especially her family. The family wishes to especially thank Mary Lovely and Bonnie Sim for all their care and concern for Grace. Relatives and friends are invited and may visit with Grace’s family on Friday, September 27, 2019 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen St., Albany. Funeral Services Saturday, September 28, at 8:15 am from McVeigh Funeral Home thence to St. Clare’s Church, 1947 Central Ave., Colonie where her Funeral Mass will be celebrated. The Rite of Committal will be held in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. Those desiring may send a remembrance in Grace’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association. To leave a message for the family, obtain directions, or view other helpful services please visit www.mcveighfuneralhome.com.

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Grace Irene Peckowitz

October 13, 1939 - September 25, 2019