Obituary of Martha S. Vellano

Slingerlands, New York/ Boca Raton, Florida VELLANO Martha S. Vellano, of Boca Raton, Florida and Slingerlands, NY died on January 19, 2009 at her Beverwyck Home with her loving family by her side. Martha was born in 1916 in Mexico, NY. Marty was the daughter of the late Rose Gaiz and Hyman Rosen. She was a BA and MA graduate of Syracuse University in the School of Social Work. Marty was a member of Phi Sigma Sigma Sorority and Psi Chi Honorary Society. She was the first proud director of the Albany JCC nursery school, as well as a member of Congregation Beth Emeth. One of her most prized missions in life was to generously offer her support and guidance to all in need. She was married to Arnold Sanders until his death in 1972, and later married John A. Vellano who died in 2001. Marty is survived by 2 loving daughters, Dr. Carol Porter Faber ( Alexander Faber) of Montclair, New Jersey and Gail Pipito ( Dr. Salvatore Pipito) of Niskayuna, NY. She leaves her 2 brothers, Harvey Rosen of Boca Raton, Florida and Phillip Rosen of Mississippi, a loving step-son, John Vellano Jr. of Colonie, NY and a daughter in spirit, Blanche Vellano of Albany, NY. Cherished "Nana" of Laura Pipito, Alexandra S. Faber and Christopher Pipito. She also has many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by 3 sisters: Alice, Sara and Ida. "I leave my best wishes for a happy life- full of love and enjoyment of fun everyday! I lived a wonderful life- saw places I never imagined- was loved and in love with two wonderful men- enjoyed every day! Remember me with a smile! love you all! Services private at Marty's request. Those wishing to remember Marty in a special way may make a memorial contribution to a charity of your choosing. She leaves behind many special Beverwyck friends who helped her to enjoy life. We would like to thank: Dr. William Kowal and Dr. Peter Cospito for all their loving care and support as well as the Community Hospice of Albany County, and her gentle , consistent caregivers: Mohini Chatura, Joan Emlin, Sharda Dropatie, and Tina Calhoun.