Paul L. Polansky

Paul L. Polansky, age 72, of Guilderland, passed on suddenly at home on April 2, 2010. Born in Albany, Paul was the son of Betty (Elizabeth) and Milton Polansky.

At the core of all remembrances, he was the bedrock of stability for his wife, Nelda, and son, Dan. He knew instinctively how to handle life's crises and had the strength of purpose to consistently persevere on their behalf. He was the brother of Arnold Polansky; brother-in-law of Patricia and Grady Walker, Donal and Donna Mitchell, and Ian and Sonja Mitchell; and uncle to many, always enjoying visits.

Paul graduated from Hudson Valley Community College, helping with its early construction, and going on to serve 40 years for the New York State Department of Transportation. Although he worked as a Civil Engineer in several of Transportation's regional offices and briefly for the Department of Motor Vehicles, the majority of his years of public service were in Transportation's Main Office Planning Division as a supervising Transportation Analyst. He took pride in producing a quality product and had a remarkable work ethic, rarely missing a day of work. In retirement, he thoroughly enjoyed internet exploration, travel adventures, new dining experiences, swapping tales, and appreciating nature and wildlife.

Relatives and friends are invited to call at New Comer Cannon Funeral Home, Colonie, from 11:30 AM to noon on Tuesday, April 6, followed by a noon-time memorial service on the premises. Burial will be at Guilderland's Prospect Hill Cemetery on Western Avenue.

In lieu of floral remembrances, contributions may be sent to one's local humane society or the charity of one's choice.