COHOES Ronald “Rocky” Francesconi, 87, of Walnut St., died Sunday April 12, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Born and educated in Cohoes he was the son of the late Joseph and Zelinda Montanari Francesconi.

Rocky was employed for 35 years at Arcy Plastics in Cohoes and retired in 2008. He was a veteran of the US Army and serviced during the Korean War. He was a member of the Cohoes-Waterford Lodge of Elks and an avid Yankee and Giant fan. He enjoyed working with wood and playing golf and while his children were growing up he was active in their activities at school.

Survivors include his devoted wife Joan Davis Francesconi, his loving children, Linda M. Francesconi, Lisa Ann Archambeault, Lori J. Francesconi, Vincent J. Francesconi (Regan) and the late Anthony Francesconi and his daughter in law Amanda Francesconi. He is the brother of Leo Francisconi of Albany, Arlene Carnevale, Dianne Slater of Waterford, Dennis Francesconi (Carolyn) of Charleston, WV. A sister and 3 brothers predecease him. He is the proud grandfather of Garrett Archambeault, Tenner, Luca and Ronan Francesconi. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Private graveside services will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Waterford.

A Memorial Mass will be said at the conclusion of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Ln, Latham, NY 12110.

Special thanks are extended to the nursing staff at Samaritan Hospital and Community Hospice