Mary Linda Harrington

Mary Linda Harrington, 70 of Philmont, NY passed away on Monday September 4, 2017 at the Albany Medical Center, Albany NY.

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She was born on September 13, 1946 in Hudson, NY to the late Cecil and Emily (Piester) Blass.

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Mary Linda was a graduate of the former Roeliff Jansen High School, class of 1964. She later attended Columbia – Greene Community College.

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She was a longtime employee of the United States Postal Service and had served as the postmaster in Philmont for several years.

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Mary Linda was an active volunteer throughout her life with many civic organizations.

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She is survived by her life partner of over 43 years, Martin Miller of Philmont. She also leaves her son Jon Harrington of Claverack, and cherished granddaughter, Brittany Lynne Harrington of Clifton Park, NY. In addition her siblings, Jim Blass of West Copake, Gerry Blass of Chatham and Wendy Dodds Greene of Craryville along with many nieces and nephews.

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Besides her parents, she was pre deceased by her daughter Tracey Lynne Harrington in 1987 and a brother, Tommy Blass.

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At Mary Linda’s request, there will be no calling hours and services will be private.

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Interment will be in the Copake Cemetery with Vicar Jackie Jefferson officiating.

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In lieu of flowers kindly consider Community Hospice of Columbia – Greene, 47 Liberty St., Catskill NY 12414.

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Arrangements are with the Peck and Peck Funeral Home of Copake, NY.

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To send an online condolence please visit www.peckandpeck.net.    Â