Jenise L. Sutherland

SCHENECTADY – Jenise L. Sutherland, 77, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 10, 2025.

She was born in Albany on November 25, 1947 a daughter of the late Jay K. and Eleanor (Ertel) Smith.

Jenise attended local schools in Albany.

She was employed for many years with the NYS Dept. of Taxation and Finance in Albany until her retirement. She was a lifelong resident of Albany until she and her late husband, Jeal relocated to Myrtle Beach, SC in 2008 following her retirement. She returned to Albany following her husband’s passing in 2016.

Jenise was a nature lover enjoying trips to Maine and Myrtle Beach. She also enjoyed camping, vegetable gardening, covered bridges and absolutely loved birdwatching.

She was predeceased by her husband, Jeal in 2016.

Jenise is survived by her sons, Joseph (Monica Brown) and Jeal Sutherland, Jr.; five grandchildren, Leah and Corinne Sutherland and Bobby, Stephen and Michael Bikowitz; her siblings, Sandra and Richard Smith; half siblings, Sue and Jay and several nieces and nephews.

The family wishes to thank the NYOH Office of Dr. Garbo and staff and Community Hospice.

Visiting hours will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie NY 12205. A graveside service will be held on Friday, April 11, 2025 at Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made in Jenise's honor, to any Nature or Wildlife Charity of choice.