Gerald Pomakoy

August 29, 1940 - August 16, 2016

Glenmont-Gerald (Jerry) Pomakoy passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2016 in the Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital. Jerry was 75 years old, and born on August 29, 1940. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late William and Margaret (Reinisch) Pomakoy. Jerry graduated from Vincentian Institute in Albany, class of 1959 and served in the US Army. He worked for Tobin First Prize/John Morrell for 35 years as a District Manager. He was a beloved husband of 51 years to Marge (LeMorta) Pomakoy. Proud father of Jerry and Mark Pomakoy; father- in- law to Brenda Pomakoy (Biance) and Elizabeth Pomakoy (Mesiti). Grandfather of Amanda Sitcer, Jessica (Matt) Deyo, Nicholas and Rose Pomakoy. Great grandfather of Ryder Sitcer, Annabelle, Hunter and Hailey Deyo. Jerry loved being with his sons and best friends, and spending his time hunting, bowling and golfing. Jerry enjoyed a good party and was a fun loving person. He is survived by his sisters Jean Glasser, Joan and Judy Pomakoy, Maryann Weidman, Barbara Mahar and his brother James of Florida and sister- in- law Patricia Pomakoy. Jerry is predeceased by his sister Margaret Ludwick, brothers William, Robert, Francis, Joseph and Andrew Pomakoy. The family would like to express a special thank you to Doctors Roy Fruiterman, Jonah Marshall, Duncan Savage and Ami Negandhi for their wonderful care and compassion at our time of need. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Jerry’s family Thursday, August 18, 2016 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Lasak & Gigliotti Funeral Home, now located at 208 North Allen Street, Albany. Funeral services Friday, August 19, 2016 at 8:30 am from the Lasak & Gigliotti Funeral Home, Albany thence to St. Thomas the Apostle Church, Delmar at 9:30 am where a Funeral Mass will be celebrated. The Rite of Interment will be held at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery immediately following the Mass. Those wishing to remember Gerald Pomakoy in a special way may send a contribution to the charity of your choice. To leave a message for the family, obtain directions, or view other helpful services please visit LGFuneralHome.com