Margaret M. Patnaude

 Margaret M. Patnaude, age 85, passed away at home surrounded by family on August 19, 2024.

She was born in Dunmore, PA, the daughter of the late Francis and Margaret Racht. She was also predeceased by her husband, Eugene J. Patnaude, son, Michael F. Robillard and siblings: Donald Racht, Francis Racht, Thomas Racht and Anne Kuhlkin.

Margaret retired from GE after over 30 years of service. She enjoyed her family, reading and her dogs.

She is survived by her children: Linda A. Robillard, Richard J. Robillard Sr., Robert Patnaude, Michael Patnaude and James Patnaude; and grandchildren: Tiffany, Katelynn, Richard Jr., Chelsea, Kayla, Alexa, Marylou, Melissa, Emily, Claire, Dustin, Sheena and Charles. Also survived by many great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her calling hours on Sunday August 25, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie, NY 12205. All are invited to attend her funeral Mass on Monday August 26, 2024 at 9 a.m. at St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish, 2216 Rosa Road, Schenectady, NY 12309. Interment will follow at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, 100 Kings Road, Schenectady, NY 12304.

Memorial contributions in her memory may be made to St. Jude’s Cancer Research, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online at stjude.org