James J. "Jim" Girvin

Albany, NY-James J. “Jim” Girvin, 94, passed away on Thursday, February 23. A lifelong resident of the city of Albany, he was the son of the late William H. and Mary O’Malley Girvin. Jim graduated from CBA as cadet colonel of the class of 1946. He was All-Albany in track, City Hurdle Champion in both his junior and senior years, co-captaining the team as a senior. Jim graduated from Siena College in 1951 and received his master’s degree from SUNY Oneonta. Jim began his teaching career at Philip Livingston Junior High School in 1952 as a science teacher, with his next assignment at the Altamont school from 1955-1958. He then transferred to the North Colonie School District as a teacher and then appointed principal in 1970. In the North Colonie School District he enjoyed 32 years within three schools: Blue Creek, Southgate, and Boght Hills, retiring in 1990, and then began travelling extensively with family and friends. Jim is survived by his wife of 71 years, the love of his life, Joan Haggerty Girvin, and his beloved children, of whom he was so proud; Linda Willigan (John), Jay Girvin (Theresa), Jill Gambacorta (Bernie), Todd Girvin (Kristi Fragnoli). He was predeceased by his oldest son Mark (Colleen), and his big brother Bill. Jim was the devoted and loving “Poppa” to his 14 grandchildren: Sean, Brendan, Brigid and Shannon Willigan, Marci Girvin, James, Kevin and Kelly Girvin, Michael, Amy, Mark and Brian Gambacorta, and Kyle Girvin Fragnoli and Casie Girvin and his 7 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by several cousins and many nieces and nephews. Jim was an ardent and vocal supporter of Siena basketball, enjoying attending games for many years with friends. His family would like to thank Dr. Bill Caramore for his many years of dedication, care and commitment. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Jim’s family Sunday, February 26, 2023 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at St. Pius X Church, Loudonville, NY. Please enter the church from the Parish Life Center doors. Funeral services Monday, February 27, 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/ The Rite of Committal will be held at St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands, NY immediately following the Mass. To leave a message for the family please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Girvin Family Scholarship at Siena College by contacting (518) 783-2432 or mailing to Siena College, Attn: Development Office, 515 Loudon Road, Loudonville, NY 12211 or by going to siena.edu/makeagiftonline or emailing onlinegifts@siena.edu or the charity of your choice.

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James J. "Jim" Girvin

August 24, 1928 - February 23, 2023