Obituary of Irene L. Seeley

Irene L. Seeley, 87, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on January 18, 2021.

Born in Schenectady she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Catherine (DiSieno) Leonardo. Irene was a 1952 graduate of Nott Terrace High School and went on to continue her education at Becker College in Worcester, MA obtaining an associate’s degree. Irene retired from General Electric as a Financial Specialist in 1994 after many faithful years. She was a longtime communicant of St. Joseph’s Church in Scotia and a member of the Schenectady Veterans Club. Irene enjoyed bowling, golfing and traveling. Above all, she loved her family, especially her grandchildren. Irene always made sure the holidays were special for her family and loved to decorate her home.

Left to cherish her memory are her children Matthew Seeley (Marilyn), Michael Seeley and Denise Turski (Larry). Irene was the beloved Nana to Cate Aldrete (Michael), Teagan Seeley, Kayla Seeley, Michael Cimino and Christopher Cimino. She is also survived by her great grandson Aaron Aldrete, her significant other for 34 years Maxwell Bickford and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents Irene was predeceased by her brother Anthony Leonardo and sister Jean Crisci.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday January 21, 2021 from 4-6pm at the Glenville Funeral Home, 9 Glenridge Road, Glenville. A funeral service will take place on Friday January 22, 2021 at 11am at the funeral home. Burial will follow at St. Anthony’s Cemetery, Glenville.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Irene’s name may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000 Dept. 142, Memphis TN 38148-0142 or to the Schenectady Veterans Club, 718 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12305. Online condolences www.glenvillefuneralhome.com