Latham- Michael F. Kerin, 78, passed away with his loving family by his side on July 6, 2019.
Born on October 24, 1940 he was the son of the late Michael and Mary Kerin.
Michael was raised in Watervliet and graduated from Watervliet High School. He served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Forestall. He was retired from Norton Nashua after 34 years where he served as Treasurer of the United Papermakers Local 17 from 1980-1996.
He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree. He formerly belonged to the Sacred Heart of Mary Church in Watervliet and currently attended Our Lady of the Assumption in Latham.
Michael was predeceased by his parents, and his infant daughter Patricia.
Michael is survived by his wife of 59 years, Ann Carroll Kerin; his children, Judith LaCross (Peter), Carol Ann Micare (Arthur), Mary Beth Webster (Matthew), Maureen Shields (James), Michael Kerin (Michele); grandchildren, Daniel LaCross (Jill), Patrick LaCross (Catherine), Emma Micare, Sara Micare, Courteney Kerin, Shannen Kerin, Brendan Shields; sister, Kathleen Coggins and several other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center, 113 Holland Ave, Albany, NY 12208.
In keeping with Michael's wishes there will be no viewing. Burial will be held privately at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville, NY with military honors.