Bernadette Mary Tremblay

Albany, NY-On Thursday, July 25th, 2024, Bernadette Mary Tremblay, 72, passed peacefully at Albany Medical Center. She was surrounded by family and loved ones in her final hours. Bernadette was born on March 10th, 1952, in Albany, New York, where she lived as a lifelong resident. Her parents, Alessandra Ciani and Salvatore Rosano, were also lifelong residents of Albany until their passing. The siblings and their significant others that Bernadette predeceased were Salvatore Rosano (Carol), Charles Rosano (Joyce), and Jean Ferrell (Ken). Survived by Alessandra Bastiani (John McDonald) and Paul Rosano (Ellen). Bernadette’s husband of almost 55 years, Anthony Tremblay, and their two children, Mary Tremblay-Glassman (Howard Glassman) and Anthony Tremblay, Jr. (Chenelle), were with the deceased every day, and filled her life with love, joy, and support as she did for theirs. Bernadette’s three grandchildren, Sophie, Seaver, and Anthony (Sonny), loved her more than anything and were fortunate enough to have had such an amazing grandmother. Bernadette was born and raised in Colonie. She attended Vincentian Institute High School and was a part of the graduating class of 1969. She also earned an associate’s degree from Braynt & Stratton College. In her early years of her career, Bernadette was a part-owner of Rosano’ farm store, her family's business, and then worked in the Controller's office of the Wal-Mart Supercenter for over 20 years. She was a hardworking and dedicated worker, and her work ethic inspired all those around her. Everyone that knew Bernadette knew she was a phenomenal cook. She loved going to the farmers market on the weekends and preparing farm-to-table meals. Her cooking was celebrated, the meals prepared for dinners and holidays brought people together. Bernadette also enjoyed spending time with her family through aforementioned dinners and holidays, as well as events such as birthdays and her grandchildren’s sporting events. She loved reading a good book, going to the beach when she visited her home in Florida, and helping others. In her community, Bernadette was a Girl Scout leader, and an affiliate of Girl Scouts of the USA, as well as a softball coach. Bernadette was always positive and supportive, and she was a beloved sister, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and cousin. She was selfless, resilient; there was nothing she could not do, and she persevered and survived so much that there was not a battle she could not fight. Bernadette was also a great listener and even better at giving advice. She was the most genuine and loving person to everyone that was important to her. She was easy to love and the glue that held everything together. On behalf of the family, they want to thank everyone for their condolences in their time of mourning, as well as everyone that was there for Bernadette throughout the years. Special thanks and the utmost gratitude is extended to the medical staff in the Albany Medical Center Intensive Care Unit. Nurses Jill, Francis, and Robbie took care of Bernadette, and her family, and are heroes that are appreciated far beyond words. To her cardiologist, Dr. Neil Yager, the family wants to thank you sincerely and from the bottom of their hearts. The past 5+ years the family spent with Bernadette would not have been possible without you. Relatives and friend are invited to visit with Bernadette’s family Tuesday, July 30, 2024 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany, NY 12206. Please enter the funeral home from the rear parking lot entrance only. Funeral services Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:30 am at McVeigh Funeral Home, Albany, NY. The Rite of Committal will be held at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery immediately following the Service. To leave a message for the family please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com Those wishing to remember Bernadette in a special way may send a contribution to American Heart Association, 4 Atrium Drive, #100, Albany, NY 12205.

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Bernadette Mary Tremblay

March 10, 1952 - July 25, 2024