Howard F. Constantine Jr. Amsterdam, New York Obituary

Howard F. Constantine Jr.

Howard F. Constantine, Jr., 52, of Gloversville, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday October 13, 2021 at Albany Medical Center Hospital. Howard was born and raised in St. Albans, Vermont. He was a graduate of Bellows Free Academy in 1986. He played Football in High School. He was a graduate of Linden State University in 1997 where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Forensic Accounting and became a CPA. He played AAA baseball at Temple University in Pennsylvania before becoming ill with his kidney which. His battle with kidney disease began when he was since he was 23 years old. He served in the US Marine Corps before enrolling in College. He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Frederick and Marion Constantine, His maternal grandmother, Eva Paquette, His father, Howard F. Constantine Sr., a sister, Kimberly Constantine. Several aunts and uncles along with father- in- laws, Harold Kretser and George Baker. He leaves his loving wife, Tina Constantine of Gloversville. They married on August 21, 2021. Even though it was a short time, they were together for 12 years. He also leaves his mother, Sally Constantine, his two brothers, Todd A. Constantine and Christopher Constantine. His sister, Heidi Ashwell and his half- brother, John (Karen) Quihillalt. His step-sons, Chance (Rachel) Lotman of Watertown, NY, Alexander (Cassandra) Lotman of Springhill, FL, Anthony Lotman of Amsterdam and Tarrance Kretser of Fonda, NY. 5 granddaughters and one grandson also survive. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday October 20, 2021 at 11:00AM at Historic St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, 156 East Main St., Amsterdam, NY with Father O. Robert DeMartinis presiding. Calling hours are private. Entombment will be in Vermontat a later date. Please leave donations for the family on their Go Fund Me on Facebook. In lieu of flowers please leave memorial contributions to the American Kidney Fund, 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, Maryland 20852. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Betz, Rossi and Bellinger Family Funeral Home, 171 Guy Park Ave, Amsterdam, NY 12010. Please leave condolences online at www.brbsfuneral.com
February 21, 1969 - October 13, 202102/21/196910/13/2021
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Peter DesLauriers
November 7, 2021
Thoughts and prayers to the family. Sally, your are a very brave mom. Peter DesLauriers
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Jennifer Young
October 20, 2021
Tina my deepest condolences go out to you and your family during this time. Howard was a wonderful kind man. I am happy to have had the pleasure of meeting him. -Jen Young
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October 19, 2021
May this plant remind you of the love you shared with Howard. May you watch this plant grow and be reminded of his love for you.
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Bruce Bushey
October 16, 2021
So sorry for your your loss. We are sending prayers and our deepest sympathy to Howard's family. Bruce & Sharon Bushey.
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Pete Paquette
October 15, 2021
So sorry for your loss.
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Christopher Constantine
October 14, 2021
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Tina Constantine
October 14, 2021
Memories of the love of my life