Peggy Welsch Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Niskayuna, NY Peggy Welsch, age 65, passed away on February 17, 2021 following a brief illness. Peggy was born in Brooklyn, NY on February 25, 1955 to Chauncey Welsch and Phyllis (Ginsberg) Welsch. She spent her childhood and early adult years in various parts of the New York City area before moving to Upstate, NY, living in Gansevoort for a brief period. In 1999 she moved to Niskayuna. This began the journey that would define the remainder of her life. Through the years, Peggy developed many close friendships and true bonds with the people around her. The trust she placed in others promoted a lifelong odyssey of growth and personal connection. She had a love of all things that could inspire her senses, always a curious and explorative soul. She will be remembered most for her resilience and inner strength, facing life challenges with inspiring determination. Peggy is predeceased by her parents, Chauncey and Phyllis, and her dear friends Michael Skadra, and Marvin Schoenberger. Peggy leaves behind so many people to cherish memories, and to honor her, as they strive to live a life as bold and courageous as she did. She is survived by her cousin, Carol Yedid of Plainview, NY; brother Carey Welsch of California; her Lori Family, Sharon, Chad, Joe, Mike, David, Joan and Madeline; numerous friends at the Smith Center Day Program; and all the staff that she has worked with through the last 22 amazing years. Funeral Services will be held at 11am on Tuesday, at the Marra Funeral Home. Visitation hours will be 10am-11am prior to services. Masks are required, and social distancing guidelines will be followed. Interment will follow services, at the Albany Rural Cemetery.

Peggy Welsch

February 17, 2021 - February 17, 2021