Mechanicville Saratoga County
Mrs. Anne Mickalonis, 95, formerly of Pruyn Hill Road, died peacefully on February 2, 2019 at her sons home in Stillwater after a brief illness.
Anne was born on November 16, 1923 to the late Ludwig and Sophie (Skalak) Ciepiela, on the family dairy farm in Halfmoon, NY. Growing up she assisted in daily farming activities and attended Mechanicville Public School.
At the beginning of WWII, she was employed at the Schenectady General Electric, and became a true "Rosie the Riveter" building submarine parts for the war effort. After the war, she met the love of her life, Peter J. Mickalonis, and she was married. Together they raised their family on Pruyn Hill Road. She was able to remain in her home until 3 years ago, when she moved to the home of her son Peter and his partner, Sue.
Anne enjoyed yard sales, doing word puzzles, watching game shows on TV, and listening to Polka music. She was a parishioner of All Saints on the Hudson Roman Catholic Church.
Widow of Peter J. Mickalonis who died on March 13, 1988, survivors include daughters Judy (Frank) Krasuski, and Donna (Bob) Kipp, and her son Peter (Sue Salmon) Mickalonis. Seven grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, sister, Mona McBride, and several nieces and nephews also survive.
Calling hours will be held on Thursday, February 7, 2019 at the Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, 319 Park Avenue Mechanicville, NY 12118 from 10 AM to 12 Noon. A funeral service will follow at the funeral home at Noon. Burial will in St. Pauls Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers kindly consider a donation to The Community Hospice, 295 Valley View Blvd, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Online remembrances may be made at www.chasesmithfamily.com
Immediately following service SERVICES
Visitation
Thursday, February 7, 2019
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, Mechanicville
319 Park Avenue
Mechanicville, New York 12118
Funeral Service
Thursday, February 7, 2019
12:00 PM
Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, Mechanicville
319 Park Avenue
Mechanicville, New York 12118
Graveside Service
Thursday, February 7, 2019
St. Paul's Cemetery
56 Harris Avenue
Mechanicville, NY 12118
Immediately following service