Mary Kretzler

COLONIE – Mary T. Kretzler, 81, passed away on Wednesday, October 17, 2007, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late David and Agnes Casla. Mrs. Kretzler lived in the Albany and Colonie area for many years. She was a communicant of St. Clare's Church where she was a member of their choir. She was also a member of the H.B. Kuhn Senior Citizen Center, where she enjoyed playing bingo. Mary enjoyed taking photos, camping and especially enjoyed spending time with her family. She was "Aunt Mary" to many children and a very special "Nana". Mary was the beloved wife of the late George B. Kretzler. She is the devoted mother of Judith A. Scaringe, Diane M. Kelly, George D. (Robin) Kretzler, Raymond F. (Ann) Kretzler, Donna M. (John) Lysiak and Patricia L. (Stephen) Paradiso. Mary is the loving sister of Sr. Patricia Casla, R.S.M. She is the cherished "Nana" of 15 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Also surviving is her sister-in-law, Janet Kretzler as well as many nieces and nephews. Mary's family would like to thank the staff at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center for the loving care they gave to Mary during her stay.
Funeral services will be Monday morning at 8:15 at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave.) then to St. Clare's Church at 9:00 a.m. where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be Sunday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Evergreen Memorial Park, Colonie. Memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, Northeast New York Chapter, 1717 Central Ave., Suite 105, Albany, NY 12205 in memory of Mary T. Kretzler.