Joseph "Joe" C. Early Sr.

Albany, NY-Joseph “Joe” C. Early, Sr., 83, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2023, at St. Peter’s Hospital after a brief illness. Born and raised in Albany, NY, he was the son of the late Joseph A. and Natalie Tanski. He was pre-deceased by his sister, Mary Ann Shade. Joe was a 1958 graduate and staunch supporter of Christian Brothers Academy. In 2018, Joe was inducted into the CBA Athletic Hall of Fame and served on the Nomination Executive Committee. He was a constant presence at sporting events and always looked forward to time spent with his fellow Brothers for alumni gatherings. Gentlemen, he truly enjoyed your company. As a young man, Joe worked for Schaeffer Brewing Company and was affectionately known as “The Schaeffer Man”. Later he enjoyed a lengthy career at Niagara Mohawk/National Grid retiring in 2005 as a Foreman. Joe married the love of his life, Nancy Schewe, in June of 1967 and they shared a happy marriage until her passing in 2006. Joe was known for his interest in all things athletics, participating in various sports, spectating Siena and CBA games, and coaching. He was particularly fond of playing handball, participating in triathlons, and was a member of the YMCA 10,000 mile run club where he served on the Washington Avenue Board of Directors. He was well known and loved by many in the community, not only as a fixture in local activities, supporting small businesses and restaurants, but also for his many years of service to St. John’s/St. Anne’s Outreach Center. It was not uncommon for Joe to have multiple breakfasts and lunches scheduled on a weekly basis with old friends from McColoskey, Philip Schuyler, “NiMo” and childhood friends from old Arbor Hill. Almost every door was opened with a warm greeting of “Hey Joe!” Joe is survived by his sons, Scott (Noreen), Brian and Joey (Emily) Early and his grandson Ryan (Ashley) Early. He leaves behind his long-time companion Angie Robilotto who faithfully cared for him during his short illness. He is also survived by his sister, Kathy (Lenny) Robelotto, the Schewe boys and several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Joe’s family Friday, October 20, 2023 9:00 am to 11:00 am at St. Pius X Church, Loudonville, NY. Please enter the church from the new Parish Life Center doorway. Joe’s Memorial Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00 am. To leave a message for the family please visit www.LGFuneralHome.com In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Christian Brothers Academy of Albany. “Saint John Baptist de La Salle, pray for us. Live Jesus in our hearts, forever!”

Joseph "Joe" C. Early Sr.

January 2, 1940 - October 13, 2023