Jennie R. Cafaro

Colonie- Jennie Rose Cafaro, 95, of Colonie passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, March 1, 2019 at Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing. Born in Albany NY, she was the daughter of the late John & Rose Betor Simon. She married Angelo A. Cafaro Sr. in June 1946 & was married for 56 years before he passed away in Dec 2003. She is a graduate of Philip Schuyler High School in Albany. Jennie began her working career at the Boyd Printing Co. in Menands as a secretary, then a stay home mom to raise her 4 sons, returned to work with Sears in Colonie Center for 22 years in the capacity of Customer Service Representative & later as an Admin Asst. in the Receiving Dept. until retirement. Jennie was passionate about sending greeting cards to family & friends for every holiday & special occasions. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She was a communicant of the Church of St. Clare in Colonie and was a previous member of The Hart Society in Colonie. She is survived by her loving sons: Dennis Cafaro (Jean), Angelo Cafaro Jr. (Patricia), Steven Cafaro and David Cafaro; her loving grandchildren: Dana (Alessandro) Renzi, Philip (Michelle) Cafaro, Jillian, Ashley, Alexander & Angelo Cafaro as well as her great grandchildren Taylor and Hadley Cafaro, and Biagio Renzi. She is survived by one dear sister Katherine (Donald Sr.) Kirk & brother-in-law Nunzio Hughes. Jennie is predeceased by five sisters: Helen Simon, Josephine (Mitchell) Mokhiber, Elizabeth (Charles) Zuglan, Mary (Anthony) Alvaro, and Marjorie Hughes. She is also survived by sister-in-law Anna Febraio & Mary Alvaro. She is predeceased by sister-in-law Louise Mottolese & Lillian Eriole; brother-in-law Thomas Mottolese, Joseph Eriole, Fiore Febraio & Joseph Alvaro. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews & many special friends. The family would also like to extend special thanks to the staff of the Church of St. Clare, Dr. Fogel’s office, and The Smile Zone for their sincere care given to Jennie over the years. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Jennie’s family Tuesday, March 5, 2019 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany, NY 12206 Funeral services Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at 8:00 am at McVeigh Funeral Home, Albany thence to the Church of St. Clare at 9:00 am where her Funeral Mass will be celebrated. The Rite of Committal will be held at Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery immediately following the Funeral Mass. Those wishing to remember Jennie in a special way may send a contribution to the Church of St. Clare Memorial Fund, 1947 Central Ave, Albany NY 12205. To leave a special message for the family, light a virtual candle, obtain directions or view other helpful services please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com

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Jennie R. Cafaro

September 4, 1923 - March 1, 2019