Stephen S. Kolach

Loudonville-Stephen S. Kolach, 65, of Colonie passed away peacefully after a well fought battle with cancer, surrounded by his family on Saturday night, June 24, 2017. Stephen, also called Steve or Stebo, was born on October 16, 1951 in Albany to Stanley and Margaret Michna Kolach. While leading a studious life including having graduated from SUNY Brockport, he met his future wife Lynda Gabriel. They married in Albany, NY in 1976 and had three children. They recently celebrated their 41st wedding anniversary. Steve's career in purchasing spanned from AlTech Specialty Steel, Tyco, Albank, and St. Peter's Hospital, where he retired from at the age of 64. Steve was well known with everyone that he encountered for his dry sense of humor and his infamous "Steve'isms" including,"What's Steve's number one rule?" Post retirement Steve spent his time gardening, taking weekend trips to Lake George with his wife, and with his family grilling by the pool. Steve is survived by his amazing wife Lynda, three children: Stephanie (Scott Curran) Kolach, Sarah (Mark) Condor, and Justin (Amelia)Kolach, three grandchildren: Lola, Zoey, and Ellie, and his siblings: Theresa (Guy) Masella and Joseph (Bonnie) Kolach. In Heaven, Steve will join the company of his parents: Stanley and Margaret Kolach, as well as his father and mother in law: Alfred and Ann Gabriel; he is survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, other family members and friends. A special thank you to the nurses and staff at Upstate Hematology Oncology as well as Dr. Goodman for giving us extra time with Steve. For those who knew him we will always make sure to "follow the rules" but also carry you in our hearts always and forever. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Stephen’s family Wednesday, June 28, 2017 4:00 to 7:00 pm in McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany, NY Funeral services will be Thursday, June 29, 2017 at 8:15 am from McVeigh Funeral Home, Albany thence to Blessed Sacrament Church, Albany 9:00 am where his Funeral Mass will be celebrated. The Rite of Committal will be held at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery immediately following the Mass. To leave a special message for the family, light a candle, view Stephen’s Life Tribute, obtain directions or view other helpful services please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com

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Stephen S. Kolach

October 16, 1951 - June 24, 2017