Alberico Conte

Alberico "Ralph" Conte, 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Tommaso and Filomena Conte. Ralph was the devoted husband to Anna (Russo) Conte for over 53 years. They came to the United States from Italy shortly after marrying and built a life together founded upon hard work and family. Together they operated Colonie Shoe Repair and proudly served their community for over 52 years. Ralph is survived by his wife Anna, his sons Tommasino (Tammy) and Salvatore (Melissa) and his cherished grandchildren Alberico, Giovanni and Emanuela.

Calling hours will be held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie, on Tuesday July 21, 2020 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 10 am at Christ Our Light Catholic Community, Loudonville, NY. Please only enter the Church from the front entrance; Masks and Social Distancing are required; Church Ambassadors will be available to help with seating and questions; and please attempt to arrive before (15 minutes prior to scheduled Mass time.) Entombment will follow the Mass at Memory Gardens, Colonie.

Gathering size, within our chapels will be based on the most current NYS occupancy requirements. Masks are required, and social distancing is to be observed inside and outside of our chapels.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Jude P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN, 38148 or to Community Hospice Foundation 310 S. Manning Boulevard, Albany, NY, 12208 in Ralph's memory.