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Joseph J. Clancy

  • April 25, 1947 - August 25, 2009
  • Montgomery, New York
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“Sorry Uncle Joe, was a little ahead of myself. The 25th will be our third anniversary. Time just gets away. ”
1 of 17 | Posted by: Lisa Bensheimer - Franklin, IN

“Today marks the third year without you but you are always in our hearts. Love and Miss you... ”
2 of 17 | Posted by: Lisa Bensheimer - Franklin, IN

“Hello Uncle Joe, It is going on the third year anniversary.. I can't believe it.. It just seems like yesterday. I still think about you every day...Read More » ”
3 of 17 | Posted by: Lisa Bensheimer - Franklin, IN

“My dearest Uncle Joe, It is now going on our second year without you. You are still missed as much as you were the day you left. When I call Aunt...Read More » ”
4 of 17 | Posted by: Lisa Bensheimer - Franklin, IN

“I find being able to write to you makes me feel closer to you. You have been on my mind a lot this week. Not only in my mind but in my dreams. I...Read More » ”
5 of 17 | Posted by: Lisa Bensheimer - Franklin, IN

“It has been almost a year now Uncle Joe and not a day goes by that I don't think about you or talk to you. I miss you so much. Everyone still feels...Read More » ”
6 of 17 | Posted by: Lisa Bensheimer - Franklin, IN

“It has been a month now that Uncle Joe has passed. There is not a day that goes by that you and him are not in my thoughts. I miss him so much and...Read More » ”
7 of 17 | Posted by: Lisa Bensheimer

“Words just can't describe the feelings that I feel and I am sure everyone that knew Uncle Joe feel. You know that you and Uncle Joe are so much more...Read More » ”
8 of 17 | Posted by: Lisa Schaefer Bensheimer

“To the family of Joe Clancy We were shocked to learn of Joe's sudden death. Our heartfelt sympathy go out to all of you. Dutch really enjoyed...Read More » ”
9 of 17 | Posted by: Loring & Doris Dutcher

“We are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. It will never be the same driving down Green Road with Joe gone. The Hoags ”
10 of 17 | Posted by: Chuck and Marie Hoag

“Our prayers are with you. Joe was a great guy and will be missed. ”
11 of 17 | Posted by: Charlie and Kathy McMullen

“Barbara and family. I was very set back to hear about Joe. He was a wonderful man. Unique in his own way, but he was always there. We had our ups and...Read More » ”
12 of 17 | Posted by: Marie Hazzard

“Aunt Barb, We are so very sorry for the loss of Uncle Joe. He was a terrific man and we loved to be around him. We will treasure all the great...Read More » ”
13 of 17 | Posted by: Elmer & Cheryl Gordon

“I don't know if I will ever be able to go down Joe's road without looking around for him walking Ben. Joe was a great friend and I am lucky to have...Read More » ”
14 of 17 | Posted by: Candi Baumes

“Mr. Joe was one of the best big buddies I have ever had. He was like family to me and I wish that I could tell him hi one more time. I love him and...Read More » ”
15 of 17 | Posted by: Justin Baumes

“Joe was not only my bestfriend but also a father figure. He has touched my life in many ways and I will miss him with all my heart. I will always...Read More » ”
16 of 17 | Posted by: Robert Baumes Jr.

“Dear Barbara and Family, You don't really know me but I am your neighbor up the road. It deeply saddens me to learn of your loss. Joe was a very...Read More » ”
17 of 17 | Posted by: john lasher


Charleston Four Corners (Montgomery County)- Joseph J. Clancy, 62, of Green Road South, died suddenly at his residence on Tuesday, August 25, 2009.

Born April 25, 1947 in Queens, NY, he was the son of James J. and Sophie (Paliwoda) Clancy.

He was a graduate of Sharon Springs Central School and later moved to Charleston Four Corners.

Joseph retired in 2006 from Penske Leasing of Fultonville where he was a mechanic. He was a former member of the Charleston Volunteer Fire Department.

Joseph found enjoyment in working on his antique truck and other cars, along with attending antique car shows. He was also an avid NASCAR fan.

Visiting with his close friends was always a special time for him.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara (Gordon) Clancy, whom he married May 5, 1973; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Charles and Eleanor Burke of Glen, Mrs. Joyce Gordon of Schenectady, Robert and Florence Countryman of Sprakers, Charles and Janet Newkirk of Sprakers, Roger and Linda Gordon of Johnstown, Frank and Lois Morey of Tennessee; and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Friday, August 28, 2009 at Mereness-Putnam Funeral Home, 171 Elm St., Cobleskill. Officiating will be Sister Connie James, SND, of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. A period of visitation will be held from 6 to 8 PM on Thursday, Aug., 27 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Carlisle Rural Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Charleston Volunteer Fire Dept., C/O Robert S. Sullivan, 741 Corbin Hill Rd., Esperance, NY 12066.