In Memory Of
Eleanor T. Poskanzer
1948
2020
Eleanor T. Poskanzer
January 4, 1948 — December 25, 2020
ALBANY, NY – Eleanor Turner Poskanzer, 72, passed away peacefully at her home on December 25th with family close by.
Born January 4, 1948, to Elizabeth and Howard Turner, Eleanor (Ellie) graduated from Colonie Central High School and then Hudson Valley Community College with a degree in Nursing. She served as a R.N. at Albany's Stratton V.A. Medical Center and Memorial Hospital. Following her marriage to Dr. Charles L. Poskanzer and birth of her children, she dedicated her time and talents to her family and home, putting her creativity and tenacity to work. She spent many years painstakingly and lovingly refinishing the antique woodwork throughout their house, built dollhouses and wooden toys, as well as crafted clothes and many quilts for family and friends
A devoted wife and mother, she energetically encouraged her children to explore all types of activities and supported their interests in music, dance, soccer games, and more. She served as a Girl Scout and Cub Scout leader for several years, as well as the nurse at the Girl Scouts' Camp Is-Sho-Da for a couple seasons. Later in her career she worked for New York State's Office of Temporary Disability Assistance and, before retiring, at Alfred's Fabric Center for several years where she enjoyed using her substantial sewing expertise to help customers fulfill their creative vision.
She dedicated many years caring for her husband before his in death in 2017, and enjoyed traveling to visit her children whenever possible, especially to escape the cold winters of the Northeast. She was an avid reader and animal lover. She cultivated a backyard habitat ideal for birdwatching and enjoyed her urban wildlife oasis.
She is predeceased by her parents and her husband, and survived by her children Sarah Poskanzer Fuller of Winthrop, Maine, Richard Poskanzer (Shelbie Jasper Poskanzer) of Camarillo, California, and stepson Michael Poskanzer of Albany. The family extends their gratitude to the of Albany Medical Center's Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine, and Oncology departments, New York Oncology and Hematology, and Community Hospice for their care and support.
There will be no services at this time due to her wishes and consideration of the health and safety of friends and family.
Those wanting to honor her life and memory are invited to make a donation to the Mohawk-Hudson Humane Society, 3 Oakland Avenue, Menands, NY 12204.
To leave a special message for the family, please visit NewComerAlbany.com
Born January 4, 1948, to Elizabeth and Howard Turner, Eleanor (Ellie) graduated from Colonie Central High School and then Hudson Valley Community College with a degree in Nursing. She served as a R.N. at Albany's Stratton V.A. Medical Center and Memorial Hospital. Following her marriage to Dr. Charles L. Poskanzer and birth of her children, she dedicated her time and talents to her family and home, putting her creativity and tenacity to work. She spent many years painstakingly and lovingly refinishing the antique woodwork throughout their house, built dollhouses and wooden toys, as well as crafted clothes and many quilts for family and friends
A devoted wife and mother, she energetically encouraged her children to explore all types of activities and supported their interests in music, dance, soccer games, and more. She served as a Girl Scout and Cub Scout leader for several years, as well as the nurse at the Girl Scouts' Camp Is-Sho-Da for a couple seasons. Later in her career she worked for New York State's Office of Temporary Disability Assistance and, before retiring, at Alfred's Fabric Center for several years where she enjoyed using her substantial sewing expertise to help customers fulfill their creative vision.
She dedicated many years caring for her husband before his in death in 2017, and enjoyed traveling to visit her children whenever possible, especially to escape the cold winters of the Northeast. She was an avid reader and animal lover. She cultivated a backyard habitat ideal for birdwatching and enjoyed her urban wildlife oasis.
She is predeceased by her parents and her husband, and survived by her children Sarah Poskanzer Fuller of Winthrop, Maine, Richard Poskanzer (Shelbie Jasper Poskanzer) of Camarillo, California, and stepson Michael Poskanzer of Albany. The family extends their gratitude to the of Albany Medical Center's Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine, and Oncology departments, New York Oncology and Hematology, and Community Hospice for their care and support.
There will be no services at this time due to her wishes and consideration of the health and safety of friends and family.
Those wanting to honor her life and memory are invited to make a donation to the Mohawk-Hudson Humane Society, 3 Oakland Avenue, Menands, NY 12204.
To leave a special message for the family, please visit NewComerAlbany.com
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