James M. Conboy

Colonie - James M. Conboy passed away on March 1, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Jim was born in Cohoes, NY to M. James Conboy and Esther Connell on June 29th, 1928. He and his younger brother John graduated from Kevney Academy, Christian Brothers Academy and Jim went on to graduate from St Michael’s College where he played tackle on the varsity football team. Persuaded by his father not to become a baseball coach Jim entered law school after completing his tour of duty with the US Army in Korea. Jim worked at Brooks Brothers while attending New York Law School and graduated in 1955. He began his career at Carter Conboy, a firm started by his father and Stanley Carter with a handshake in 1920. Jim crafted a prestigious legal career and carried on his father’s and Mr. Carter’s reputation for professionalism. Jim was a respected trial lawyer and enjoyed mentoring young attorneys. Jim was a Fellow of The American College of Trial Lawyers and he received the New York State Bar Association's Professionalism Award, both recognizing attorneys who demonstrate the highest standards of ethical conduct, professionalism and a commitment to the practice of law. In 1952 Jim met the love of his life, Jeanne Vaill, a nurse, on a blind date. They married on Nov. 12, 1955, in Litchfield CT. They had a 65-year devoted and loving marriage before Jeanne passed in 2021. Together they raised and nurtured a family of 5 children in a caring home. They enjoyed skiing, vacations on Lake George and Cape Cod, outings at the Saratoga Race Track, golf and many celebrations with both family and friends. Jim cut a distinguished figure in the court room. Outside the court room Jim paired his classic button-down collared shirt with his favorite shoes, moccasins and, yes, he wore them on the treadmill. Jim loved his morning papers, a good book, a debate, baseball, Judy Garland and Willie Mays. But most of all he loved being with his wife, children and life-long friends. Jim was devoted to his faith and was a parishioner of St Pius X Church for almost 60 years. Jim was also a long-standing member of Wolferts Roost Country Club. In his final years, he lived in the supportive community of Shaker Point at Carondelet. Jim is survived by his loving children. Kathleen Schreck (Peter) of Harwich Port, MA., Karen Appe (Stephen) of Harwich Port, MA. James Conboy of Albany, Jeanne Bender (Patrick) of Albany and Maureen Conboy of Albany. Jim is also survived by nine grandchildren, Meghan Schreck (Jeffrey Winer), Bridget Olsen (Erik), Peter Schreck, Brendan Appe, Brooke Fleming (Peter), Kate Bender, Claire Bender, Brady Conboy and Dylan Conboy; and four great- grandchildren, Lucy, Henrik, Hazel and Ingrid. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Jim’s family on Friday, March 10, 2023 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen St, Albany, NY 12206. Please only enter the funeral home from the rear parking lot entrance. Funeral services Saturday, March 11, 2023, at 10:00 am at St Pius X Church, Loudonville, NY where his Funeral Mass will be celebrated. The Mass can be viewed at https://stpiusxloudonville.org/livestream/current-livestreams/ In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to Living Resources, 300 Washington Ave Ext, Albany, NY 12203. To leave Jim’s family a message on their guestbook, obtain directions, or view other helpful services, please visit www.mcveighfuneralhome.com

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James M. Conboy

June 29, 1928 - March 1, 2023