Paul A. Downey, Sr.

Castleton- Paul A. Downey, Sr., age 77, a resident of Castleton, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, in Castleton, NY at his home, with his family by his side.

He was born on December 29, 1947, in Schodack Landing, NY and was son of the late George and Gertrude Downey. He was married to Linda Downey, sharing 54 years of love. Surviving are two sons, Paul Jr. (Pamela) and Joel; one sister, Patricia Hug; grandchildren, Jack (Stephanie), Alexander, and Nicklaas. Paul was predeceased by two sisters, Barbara Pinkowski and Margaret Jewett. Paul was a lifelong resident of Castleton, where he enjoyed his daily outings to Stewarts for coffee, lottery tickets, and gossip. He was also an avid bowler, loved playing poker with his friends, and hunting. Paul was employed for 31 years at Greco Construction in Troy, NY, as a Field Supervisor, retiring in November 2023.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Albany Medical Center on D5E Neuroscience and Community Hospice for their continued care and support during Paul's stay.

A Service of Remembrance will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 24, 2025, at the Castleton Funeral Home, 59 Seaman Ave. Castleton, NY 12033. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Paul's family, prior to the service, from 4:00-7:00 p.m., on Monday, March 24, 2025, at the funeral home.

In lieu of the flowers, donations may be made in Paul's memory to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, PO Box 22324 New York, NY 10087 or to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, 3 Oakland Ave, Menands, NY 12204.