Obituary of Denise Friedman

Niskayuna - Denise Friedman, 61, passed away Sunday, May 20, 2012. Denise was born in Taylor, PA, the daughter of Gertrude and the late Joseph Kresefsky. She graduated from Riverside High School, earned her bachelor's degree from Marywood College in Scranton, PA and her master's degree from Duquesne University. Denise began her career in research at Montiforne Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA. She started teaching at the University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown branch, then moved to the Capital District where she taught at the College of St. Rose for a few years and then found a home at Hudson Valley Community College, where she taught for approx- imately 20 years. Denise was passionate about teaching and was awarded the Chancelor's Award for excellence in teaching. She loved animals and enjoyed traveling, especially to the ocean. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her devoted husband of 32 years, Thomas Friedman; her brother, Joseph Kresefsky and his wife, Nancy; nieces, Samantha and Erin Ava; and pets, Daisy, Charlie and Cocoa. Calling hours will be Wednesday 5 to 8 p.m. at Daly Funeral Home, 242 McClellan St., Schenectady. Services and burial will be private at the convenience of the family.