Fred J. Mastrianni

Albany, NY-It is with heavy hearts and profound sorrow that we announce the passing of our families Patriarch, Fred Mastrianni. Fred, 92, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday July 8, 2023 surrounded by his family. Fred was a devoted family man, an extraordinary husband, and cherished father and grandfather. Fred was born on February 1, 1931 in West Albany. He was raised by his parents Fred and Mary (Manganaro) Mastrianni. Fred graduated from Albany High School in 1949 before being drafted into the US Army, where he honorably served in the Korean War from 1952-1953. Upon his return, he attended the University of Rochester’s School of Radiography, graduating in 1955. Fred worked as an x-ray technician at the VA Hospital for four years before pursuing his lifelong career at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute where he served as the Assistant Director of Radiation and Nuclear Safety from 1960-1994. Fred was a man of strong faith and lifetime communicant of St. Francis de Sales Church (now Christ Our Light Catholic Church) where he ushered for 20 years. He was a member of the American Legion and the Disabled American Veterans. Fred loved gardening, opera, OTB, casinos, cruises, and summer family vacations to LBI, New Jersey. Of all the things Fred loved in life, his greatest treasure was his family who absolutely idolized him. Fred is survived by his devoted wife Marie (Salvaggio) Mastrianni. They would have celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary on July 19. He is also survived by their children Michelle (Darren) Plowman of Colonie, Michael (Stephanie) Spiak of Clifton Park, Anthony (Kimberly) Mastrianni of Colonie, Gina (William) Roemer of Niskayuna. He also leaves behind his 9 cherished grandchildren, Kaitlyn & Elizabeth Plowman, Mikayla & Landon Spiak; Anthony & Vincent Mastrianni; Ava, William & Cole Roemer. Additionally Fred leaves behind brothers and sisters in law Kathy & Mark Langenbach and Joseph & Nancy Salvaggio as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Fred was predeceased by his brothers; Anthony, Steve (Nettie), Neil and his sisters; Mary Bailey (Bob), Rose McNeil (Jim), Kate Psolkowski (John) and baby Catherine Mastrianni. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Fred’s family Thursday, July 13, 2023 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 Friday, July 14, 2023 at 10:00 am at Christ Our Light Catholic Church, Loudonville, NY 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 message for the family please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com In lieu of flowers, donations in Fred’s name may be made to The Community Hospice or Christ Our Light Food Pantry. Fred’s family would like to extend special thanks to Doctor Joanne Fogarty and her staff as well as our amazing hospice team, Marita, Joe, Nick, and Mary Kay for their exemplary care.

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Fred J. Mastrianni

February 1, 1931 - July 8, 2023