Amelia "Molly" Battista
August 5, 1920 - May 20, 2017
Amelia “Molly” Battista, 96, formerly of Hudson, died May 20, 2017 in Cohoes. She was born August 5, 1920 in New York City, the daughter of James and Lena (Bianto) Mecca. Molly was a seamstress in the Hudson Dress Factory. She was a pasrishioner at St. Mary’s Church, and was involved with the Christian Service Committee. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America, and also the Secular Franciscan 3rd Order. Molly is survived by her two sons; William and Joan Battista, and Joseph and Claire Battista. Five grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her three husbands; Anthony Battista, Charles Lazzera, and Walter Lubinetsky. Also by one sister Judith Meyer, and two brothers Frank and Sam Mecca. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11:00 am, Friday, May 26, at St. Mary’s Church, Hudson. Visitation will preceed the funeral mass, from 9:30 to 10:30 am, at Bates & Anderson – Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home. Interment will be in Cedar Park Cemetery.
Amelia “Molly” Battista, 96, formerly of Hudson, died May 20, 2017 in Cohoes. She was born August 5, 1920 in New York City, the daughter of James and Lena (Bianto) Mecca. Molly was a seamstress in the Hudson Dress Factory. She... View Obituary & Service Information