Dorothy Hulchanski
Home:
Latham, NY
Date of Death:
February 27, 2010
Age:
83
Birthdate:
June 12, 1926
Place of Birth:
Syracuse, NY
Service Information:
Saturday, March 06, 2010 9:00 AM St. Ambrose Church, Latham, NY
Visitation:
Friday, March 05, 2010 4-6 pm at St. Ambrose Church, Latham, NY
Interment:
St. John The Baptist Ukranian Catholic Cemetery, Syracuse, NY


DOROTHY (KOCZAN) HULCHANSKI 
Latham-Dorothy (Koczan) Hulchanski, 83 of Latham, beloved wife of John Hulchanski, entered into eternal life on Saturday, February 27, 2010 at the Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Troy after suffering with Alzheimer's disease for many years..  Born in Syracuse, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Anna (Uchal) Koczan. She was educated in Syracuse, was a graduate of Valley Academy High School and St. Joseph's Hospital School of Nursing graduating as a Registered Nurse in 1948. She married her beloved John Hulchanski August 28, 1948 and the two have shared a blessed union for over 61 years. They moved to Latham in August 1961. She was a Cub Scout den mother in Latham for several years. After raising her six children Dorothy returned to nursing and worked for many years at Albany Memorial Hospital and then as an Ombudsman in the Troy area. Dorothy often said, "I loved being a Nurse". She was a longtime communicant of St. Ambrose Church. She enjoyed Ukrainian cooking, reading and traveling. She and her husband attended 12 different Elderhostel's, and enjoyed her church and Senior bus trips, along with many bi-annual Canal Society trips.  Survivors in addition to her husband include her loving children John David Hulchanski, (Rea Devakos) of Toronto, Canada Jeanne (Ken) Stanton, of Middleburg, PA, Katherine (Richard) Stemm of Orange, MA, Wm. Daniel Hulchanski of Latham and Robert (Cathy) Hulchanski of Latham, 11 cherished grandchildren Caryn Hulchanski, Anna Hulchanski, Tessa Devakos, Robin, Kenny James, Chere', Steven, Scott, Justin, John, and Monica Stanton. She is also survived by 14 Great Grandchildren. She was predeceased by her Son, Thomas M. Hulchanski.
 
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Dorothy's memory to Community Hospice of Rensselaer Cty, 295 Valley View Blvd, Rensselaer, NY, 12144 or St Ambrose Church, 347 Old Loudon Rd, Latham NY 12110.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:00 a.m. Saturday March 6, 2010 in St. Ambrose Church, 347 Old Loudon Road, Latham with Rev. Francis DuBois officiating.  Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the McCormick Center at St. Ambrose Church 347 Old Loudon Rd. Latham, on Friday from 4-6 p.m. Parking is best on the North end of the Church. Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery in Syracuse.  For directions, information or to light a memory candle for the family please visit
www.dufresneandcavanaugh.com
 
 
 



Kevin F. Cavanaugh February 27, 2010
To John and Dorothy's children and grandchildren: The staff of the Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home offers it's deep condolences at this most difficult time. We will do all we can to help you and your family honor her eternal memory.

Bonnie Cramer March 3, 2010
Jeanne, Ken & children - I am so sorry for your loss. It is never easy to lose a parent. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Julie Hulchanski March 6, 2010
Dorothy was a special mother and I believe she will forever be remembered for her gentle kindness. I never viewed her "hung up" on material things; this trait is truly admirable. Mnohya Leeta.!

Mary Frayda Sears March 7, 2010
Dear Uncle John and all my Hulchanski cousins, All of you have been in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I know that God will grant you peace and strength to carry you through the days ahead. May you be blessed with happy memories and stories of how special Aunt Dorthy is to each of one of you as you share this time together. I was always so touched to hear my mom talk about the love and devotion that Uncle John and Aunt Dorothy had for one another. I am sorry that I was not able to be there. Thinking of you with love, Mary Frayda Sears

Karen McDonald March 7, 2010
Aunt Dorothy could light up a room with her smile and spontaneous laughter. She was tender and kind & special! SHE ALWAYS REMEMBERED MY birthday, and told me she witnessed my birthing. She was a fellow nurse with my MOM. She is the reason I was born a Koczan as she introduced my Dad to Mom. I love you Aunt Dorothy and trust we'll see one another in heaven with the Lord Jesus. You were an inspiration. All my Love, Karen Koczan McDonald

John & Karen McDonald March 7, 2010
For Uncle John and all my cousins I give my deepest prayers for the Lord to comfort you at this time of deep loss, may the Hope of Glory cover your hearts and minds. May His Peace come when it is needed most in unexpected ways. WE are only a phone call away. All our Love and deepest Sympathy, Karen & John McDonald 518-758-7836

Stephen M. Stanton March 11, 2010
I love you and you will never be forgotten thank you for all the good memories ! Love you baba!

Karen Richards & Family March 16, 2010
Dear Uncle John and children, I treasure the memories of all us "Hulchanski" kids growing up together during all the past family reunions. So sorry for Aunt Dorothy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Karen and family