Mary Igo Shearer

June 8, 1922 - November 15, 2017

Albany-Mary Igo Shearer passed away peacefully on November 15, 2017 after a beautiful 95 years. Mary was the daughter of the late Delia O’Gorman and Peter Igo. Born and educated in Albany, Mary was a home-maker and loving wife and mother. She enjoyed crocheting, cooking, home decorating and baking for those she loved. She took great pride in caring for children in her neighborhood. She worked in retail in the children’s department at Denby’s in Stuyvesant Plaza for 14 years. She was the beloved wife of the late Harry Shearer for 53 years, and the mother of Dianne (Ed) Socher of Maine; the late Harry, Jr. and Carol (John) Lettko of CA. She was adored by her four grandchildren; Josh Poteat of VA; Kira Poteat of NC; Krista and Kelsey Lettko of CA. She is survived by her sister, Rose (Sam) Sampson of CA, and many nieces and nephews whom she loved very much. She loved spending time with the Big Five (her siblings and their spouses) many years ago. Mary was a volunteer member of the charitable organization RSVP; the Parkinsons’ Group and Diabetics Association. She was a member of St. Margaret Mary’s Church. For the last 7 ½ years, Mary lived in sunny CA so she could be closer to her youngest daughter Carol and her family. Mary was well loved at her assisted living residence volunteering in the café, going to pottery and art classes; dancing at the Happy Hours; and enjoying so many musical events. She loved spending time in the sun out in the beautiful gardens enjoying a nice cup of tea. She will be fondly remembered for her laughter, her spunk, her quick wit, her kind spirit and for running in the halls at age 90! Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Mary’s family Monday, December 4, 2017 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm in McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany, NY. Funeral services Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at 8:15 am from McVeigh Funeral Home, Albany thence to All Saints Catholic Church, Albany at 9:00 am where her Funeral Mass will be celebrated. The Rite of Committal will immediately follow the Mass at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery. To leave a special message for the family, light a candle, obtain directions or view other helpful services please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com