Anthony J. Renzi

Anthony J. Renzi, 90, of Rotterdam, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 10, 2022.

Born in Schenectady, NY, he was the son of Gabriele and Philomena Renzi.  He graduated from Mont Pleasant High School and the General Electric Apprentice Program.  He worked for the General Electric Company for over 40 years. He was drafted into the US Army and was stationed in Colorado for two years during the Korean conflict. Anthony was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, where he was a Eucharistic Minister and always participated in the Church Feast.  He loved to go to Florida in the winters with his wife, and he was an avid NY Yankees and NY Giants fan.

Anthony was the widow of Bernice after 64 years of a marriage full of love. He is also predeceased by his sister Louise DeSieno and brother Ralph Renzi.  He is survived by his son, Steven (Leah) Renzi; daughter, Mary Jane Winchester; grandchildren, Christopher (Jessica) Renzi, Michael (Cara) Renzi, Alyssa Renzi (Eric Ambler), Joseph (Kara) Winchester III; great-grandchildren, Joseph IV, Harrison, Jack Winchester, Cadence, Angelo, and Gianna Renzi; sisters, Marion Renzi and Carmella Galligan, and his brothers Vincent and Gabriele Renzi; special friends Don and Linda Kwarta, who shared many fun times during their Florida visits, and Frank DeSarbo, who supported Anthony through many years of friendship.  The family would like to thank Julie Fournier for her care and compassion during his time of need.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, July 14, 2022 from 9:00 to 10:30 AM at the DeLegge Funeral Home, followed by a mass of Christian Burial 11 AM at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church.  Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Cemetery. The family would appreciate that guests wear masks. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Anthony’s name may be made to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 1255 Pleasant St., Schenectady, NY 12303, or a charity of your choice.

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