COLONIE- Virginia Cavanaugh Karins, 96, entered into eternal life on October 22, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on May 8, 1923 in Rhinebeck, N.Y., daughter of the late William J. and Sarah E. (Halley) Cavanaugh.
Virginia and her husband raised their 3 children together in Colonie. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She retired from New York State where she held various positions at Dept. of Education, Dept. of Transportation and Dept. of Labor. She enjoyed taking cruises, visiting Cape Cod and Caroga Lake, and camping. Her most cherished memories are those made spending time with her family. She will be dearly missed.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband James T. Karins; brothers, Daniel J. Cavanaugh and William J. Cavanaugh and granddaughter, Kathleen M. Morrell.
Virginia is survived by her children, Virginia "Ginny" Morrell, Norine Karins, James C. Karins (Carolyn); grandchildren, Sarah "Sally" Morrell (Bob), Michael L. Morrell (Nadine), James R. Karins; great-grandchildren, Kathleen V. Pivacek, Sienna Morrell, Julianna Morrell and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at 10:00am at Christ Our Light Catholic Church, 1 Maria Drive, Loudonville, NY. Calling hours will be on Monday, October 28, 2019 from 5:00pm-7:00pm at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205.
Interment will be held at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the
ASPCA
PO Box 96929
Washington, DC 20090-6929
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