Born on November 12, 1927 in Rye, NY, Al was the son of the late Leslie and Elsie (Krietler) Gedney. He lived most of his life in Rye until moving to Saratoga Springs after his retirement in 1993.
Al was a combat Merchant Marine sailor during WWII, having served in the South Pacific in 1944 and 1945. After receiving an honorable discharge, he worked for the Gannet Corporation for 47 years as a newspaper production foreman. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and was an avid conservationist. Al was a longtime member of the Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church. He was an all-around great guy who was loved by many.
Survivors include his son Albert R. (Joanne) Gedney of Gloversville; sister Barbara Stolle of Somers, NY; grandson Andrew B. (Michele) David of Manhattan; great-grandchildren Caroline and William David and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Al was predeceased by his wife Eleanor Gedney; brothers Leslie A. Gedney and Captain Charles E. "Chick" Gedney; daughter Wendie J. David and granddaughter Emma David.
There will be no public calling hours. A memorial service will be held at 10am on Saturday, May 27, 2017 at the Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. A reception will follow in the church hall.
Donations may be made in Al's memory to the church.
Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (584-5373).
Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
Born on November 12, 1927 in Rye, NY, Al was the son of the late Leslie and Elsie (Krietler) Gedney. He lived most of his life in Rye until moving to Saratoga Springs after his retirement in 1993.
Al was a combat Merchant Marine sailor during WWII, having served in the South Pacific in 1944 and 1945. After receiving an honorable discharge, he worked for the Gannet Corporation for 47 years as a newspaper production foreman. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and was an avid conservationist. Al was a longtime member of the Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church. He was an all-around great guy who was loved by many.
Survivors include his son Albert R. (Joanne) Gedney of Gloversville; sister Barbara Stolle of Somers, NY; grandson Andrew B. (Michele) David of Manhattan; great-grandchildren Caroline and William David and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Al was predeceased by his wife Eleanor Gedney; brothers Leslie A. Gedney and Captain Charles E. "Chick" Gedney; daughter Wendie J. David and granddaughter Emma David.
There will be no public calling hours. A memorial service will be held at 10am on Saturday, May 27, 2017 at the Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. A reception will follow in the church hall.
Donations may be made in Al's memory to the church.
Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (584-5373).
Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
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