In Memory Of
Mary Marguerite Savoy
1951
2020
Mary Marguerite Savoy
February 13, 1951 — April 28, 2020
Albany - Mary Marguerite (Sweeney) Savoy, 69, of Albany, passed away April 28 after a long illness with Primary Pulmonary Hypertension (PPH).
Born February 13, 1951, she was the daughter of the late James and Phyllis (Wixted) Sweeney of Mechanicville, the oldest of 9 siblings.
Mary, nicknamed "Meg" was the beloved wife of Arthur J. Savoy III for 49 years, and mother to triplets Amy, Jodi, Patty and son Daniel.
Graduating from Shenendehowa High School in 1969, she began working for Westvaco Pulp and Paper Mill in Mechanicville, before moving on to become Secretary for NYS Commissioner of Tax and Finance. She decided to be a stay at home mom after the girls were born. She re-entered the workforce in the North Colonie School District and then the Shenendehowa School District working with special needs children.
Always searching for the next learning experience, Meg accepted employment at State Farm Insurance in Malta NY, working in various units. She was selected to become a member of the State Farm's National Catastrophe Team, traveling across the USA, a dream job of helping others by responding to national disasters, recovery missions and helping others.
After being diagnosed with PPH in 1999 in San Diego, Ca. things were cut short after being told she only had 3 months to live. Responding with her usual "Oh no, not me" attitude, she retired to pursue possible cures. Staying true to her nature, she confronted PPH with faith, courage and grace for a 20 year battle.
Meg was a person of great faith, always saying "God is Good" and "Let go, and Let God". She was an inspiration to many, a good listener and compassionate. With her infectious laugh and radiant smile, she brightened the lives of everyone around her.
She found this diagnosis as a new challenge, giving her the opportunity to embrace her artistic talents. Making unique, handmade crafts that were found at various venues and craft fairs, creating a following of frequent customers.
Recently Meg was a member of Artiques in Clifton Park, Crossgates Mall and Crafters Gallery in Saratoga. Places and People she very much enjoyed being a part of with her fellow crafters.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her daughter Patty, her brother earlier this year, Dennis Sweeney (Michael L. Carey) and brothers in law, Matthew Difiore and Matthew Coleman.
Meg is survived by her beloved husband of 49 years, Arthur J Savoy III, children, Amy, Jodi (Timothy Dame), and Daniel (Angela Rovtar). siblings Geneva DiFiore, James (Bonnie) Sweeney Jr, Patricia (Michael) Amador, Kathleen Coleman, Phyllis MacKenzie, John (Mary) Sweeney, Donna Sweeney, as well as 5 grandchildren, 10 nieces and nephews, 8 great nieces and nephews and 1 great great nephew.
Services will be private.
A memorial mass will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Meg's honor to the PPH association.
Pulmonary Hypertension Association
801 Roeder Road, Ste. 1000
Silver Spring, MD 20910
To leave a special message please visit Newcomeralbany.com
Born February 13, 1951, she was the daughter of the late James and Phyllis (Wixted) Sweeney of Mechanicville, the oldest of 9 siblings.
Mary, nicknamed "Meg" was the beloved wife of Arthur J. Savoy III for 49 years, and mother to triplets Amy, Jodi, Patty and son Daniel.
Graduating from Shenendehowa High School in 1969, she began working for Westvaco Pulp and Paper Mill in Mechanicville, before moving on to become Secretary for NYS Commissioner of Tax and Finance. She decided to be a stay at home mom after the girls were born. She re-entered the workforce in the North Colonie School District and then the Shenendehowa School District working with special needs children.
Always searching for the next learning experience, Meg accepted employment at State Farm Insurance in Malta NY, working in various units. She was selected to become a member of the State Farm's National Catastrophe Team, traveling across the USA, a dream job of helping others by responding to national disasters, recovery missions and helping others.
After being diagnosed with PPH in 1999 in San Diego, Ca. things were cut short after being told she only had 3 months to live. Responding with her usual "Oh no, not me" attitude, she retired to pursue possible cures. Staying true to her nature, she confronted PPH with faith, courage and grace for a 20 year battle.
Meg was a person of great faith, always saying "God is Good" and "Let go, and Let God". She was an inspiration to many, a good listener and compassionate. With her infectious laugh and radiant smile, she brightened the lives of everyone around her.
She found this diagnosis as a new challenge, giving her the opportunity to embrace her artistic talents. Making unique, handmade crafts that were found at various venues and craft fairs, creating a following of frequent customers.
Recently Meg was a member of Artiques in Clifton Park, Crossgates Mall and Crafters Gallery in Saratoga. Places and People she very much enjoyed being a part of with her fellow crafters.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her daughter Patty, her brother earlier this year, Dennis Sweeney (Michael L. Carey) and brothers in law, Matthew Difiore and Matthew Coleman.
Meg is survived by her beloved husband of 49 years, Arthur J Savoy III, children, Amy, Jodi (Timothy Dame), and Daniel (Angela Rovtar). siblings Geneva DiFiore, James (Bonnie) Sweeney Jr, Patricia (Michael) Amador, Kathleen Coleman, Phyllis MacKenzie, John (Mary) Sweeney, Donna Sweeney, as well as 5 grandchildren, 10 nieces and nephews, 8 great nieces and nephews and 1 great great nephew.
Services will be private.
A memorial mass will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Meg's honor to the PPH association.
Pulmonary Hypertension Association
801 Roeder Road, Ste. 1000
Silver Spring, MD 20910
To leave a special message please visit Newcomeralbany.com
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