Giuseppe "Joseph" Ferracane

Albany-Giuseppe “Joe” Ferracane of Albany passed away peacefully at Albany Medical Center Hospital on Saturday, March 31, 2018. Born in Muro Lucano, Potenza, Italy on February 8, 1931, Joe emigrated first to Montreal and then to Albany, NY in 1959, where he met his loving wife of fifty-eight years, Clara Bianchini. While in the States, Joe started his own construction company where he specialized in slate roof repairs. He never stopped working and lived modestly so he could provide the best life for his family. Joe’s greatest joy and happiness in life were his daughter, Marilynn, son-in-law, Scott, granddaughter, Alicia, and grandsons, Matthew and Justin, who loved him more than anything. Joe took great pride in his garden, growing his own tomatoes and herbs, among many other vegetables, to make the best sauce for our weekly Sunday dinners. Joe enjoyed making his own wine, playing bocce and cards and traveling around the world with his brother, Gerardo. Joe was a founding member of the Italian American Community Center and was a member for many years with the West Albany Italian Benevolent Society. Joe was predeceased by his father, Donato Ferracane, and mother, Maria Sansone, as well as his sister, Filomena, and brothers, Antonio, Vito, Pasquale and Salvatore. He is survived by his wife, Clara Bianchini Ferracane; daughter, Marilynn Dodge (Scott); grandchildren, Alicia, Matthew and Justin Dodge; he was the brother of Brigit Bianchini, Gerardo Ferracane (Kathy) and is also survived by many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends. Joe will be greatly missed. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Joe’s family Wednesday, April 4, 2018 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm in McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany, NY. Funeral Services Thursday, April 5, 2018 at 8:15 AM in McVeigh Funeral Home, Albany thence to Blessed Sacrament Church, Albany, NY at 9:00 am where his Funeral Mass will be celebrated. The Rite of Committal will be held in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, immediately following the Funeral Mass. To leave a special message for the family, light a candle, obtain directions or view other helpful services please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com

Tributes

Giuseppe "Joseph" Ferracane

February 8, 1931 - March 31, 2018