Capt. William A. Turco, 89, of Athens, NY passed away Sunday September 22, 2019 in Albany, NY. Born August 22, 1930 in Hudson, NY, he was the son of Frank and Mary Turco. Frank was a lifelong area resident, living in Greenport, prior to moving to Athens in 1996. He served in the United States Air Force from 1947-49, and continued his education upon returning back to Hudson. William was a lineman for Verizon, and retired after 32 years of service. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and enjoyed being a member of The Federation of Polish Sportsmen. William is survived by his children, Penny (Glen) Akin, and David (Donna) Turco, grandchildren, Jennifer Akin, Christine Brandwood, Elizabeth Rae, Dacia Bozman, and David Turco, seven greatgrandchildren, and longtime friend Joyce Harkowa. A visitation hour, starting at 10:30am, followed by a funeral service at 11:30am, will be held Friday October 4, 2019 at the Bates & Anderson Funeral Home, 110 Green St. Hudson, NY. Interment will be in Cedar Park Cemetery.
Capt. William A. Turco, 89, of Athens, NY passed away Sunday September 22, 2019 in Albany, NY. Born August 22, 1930 in Hudson, NY, he was the son of Frank and Mary Turco. Frank was a lifelong area resident, living in Greenport, prior to moving... View Obituary & Service Information