- Van Amburgh, Roy F.
Times Union, The (Albany, NY) - Wednesday, April 25, 2012
NORTH ALBANY Roy F. Van Amburgh, 88, died Monday, April 23, 2012 at Albany Medical Center. Born February 5, 1924 in Albany, he was the son of the late LeRoy and Beulah (Stuart) Van Amburgh, who died when he was a young child. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 65 years, Evelyn, in 2011. He was the stepson of the late Anna Van Amburgh, and best friend of the late William J. Van Amburgh. Roy was a United States Navy veteran, proudly serving in World War II, and, up to the time of his passing, an active member of American Legion Post #1610, where he was a founding member. He was a licensed electrician for most of his adult life, fully engaged in IBEW, Local #724, serving on the executive board and, ultimately, as business agent. Upon his retirement from the union, he worked as an electrical inspector for the City of Albany Building Department. In addition, Roy served on the Albany County Legislature proudly representing the North Albany area. Survivors include three children, Bob (Barbara) Van Amburgh of Loudonville; Karen (Charles) Kelefant of Loudonville; and Mary Hering of Cinnaminson, N.J. He was the loving "Pop Pop" to six grandchildren, Brian Van Amburgh, Amy Hammerschlag, Jennifer and Emily Kelefant, Meghan Huber, and Adrianna Hering. In addition, he was the great-grandfather to Emma and Alexis Van Amburgh and Jake Hammerschlag. He is also survived by his dear sister-in-law, Eleanor Place. The family would like to thank the paramedic response team from the Albany Fire Department, the ER and MICU staff at Albany Medical Center, and to Roy's two compassionate caregivers Nicole and Kristen for their unwavering professionalism and commitment to our father. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning 10:00 at Sacred Heart Church. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call at the Magin & Keegan Funeral Home, 891 Madison Ave., Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Roy's memory can be made to Sacred Heart Church, 33 Walter Street, Albany, NY 12204 or to the Capital City Rescue Mission, 259 South Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12202. maginandkeeganfuneralhome.com
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1924 - 2012 (88 years)
