Veronica M. Daniels

Albany-Veronica Madalin Majkut Daniels, 95, passed away peacefully at home in the comfort of her loving family on Thursday September 26, 2013. A lifelong native and resident of Albany, Veronica was born on August 22, 1918 and was the daughter of the late Vincent and Tekla Majkut. Veronica was a graduate of Albany High School, and in 1941 married her beloved husband of 63 years Joseph Daniels. In addition to raising four children, Veronica worked in a number of jobs culminating with her employment with the New York State Department of Education for 20 years before her retirement. Veronica was a devote Catholic who attended Mass on a daily basis at her parish the former St. Casimir’s Church and later at the Parish of Mater Christi. Her favorite times of year were the religious holidays at Christmas and Easter when she was also known to make “Babka” for her family. She loved the City of Albany and enjoyed outdoor activities including long daily walks and visiting the pool at Lincoln Park. Many family friends commented upon seeing our Mom walking in the New Scotland Avenue neighborhood, even in her later years as she needed the assistance of a cane. She enjoyed sports, playing softball as a young girl and later playing catch with her grandchildren and rooting for the Yankees. Veronica is survived by her loving children Joseph Daniels and his wife Sally of Georgetown, TX, John Daniels of Voorheesville, Marianne Bross and her husband George of Albany and James Daniels and his wife Jacqueline of Albany; cherished grandmother of Kevin (Jen) Daniels, Christopher (Julie) Daniels, Jeffrey, Owen and Seamus Daniels; great grandmother of Megan and Abby Daniels and Connor, Nathan and Caroline Daniels. She is also survived by her brother Vicek (Stanley) Majkut and his wife Carol of Colonie and several nieces and nephews. Veronica was predeceased by her brothers Casimir, Tony, Joe and Frank and her sisters Mary and Jane. The family would like to thank our Moms aide Amanda for her devotion, compassion and loving care during Moms illness. Also, a special thank you to Father Kenneth Doyle and Ann Reutemann-Berroyer and the Outreach Committee of the Parish of Mater Christi for providing spiritual support and visitations during Moms illness. Thank you also to the staff of Community Hospice of Albany for their caring services during this time. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Parish of Mater Christi, Monday at 10:00 am. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend and may call at the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 N. Allen St., Albany, Monday morning from 8:30- 9:30, prior to the Mass. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. In Lieu of Flowers, those wishing to remember Veronica in a special way may make a contribution to the Outreach Community of the Parish of Mater Christi, 40 Hopewell Street Albany, NY 12208 or Community Hospice of Albany 445 New Karner Road Albany, NY 12205

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Veronica M. Daniels

August 22, 1918 - September 26, 2013