Obituary of Silvio "Mac" D. Pais

SILVIO "MAC" D. PAIS Latham- Silvio "Mac" D. Pais of Latham passed away peacefully on Thursday June 15, 2017 at the Hudson Park Rehabilitation Center. . Born November 8, 1927 in Lewis Run, PA, he was the son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Bouite Pais. He was the beloved husband of the late Elizabeth Jaros Pais who died on June 28th 2007. Silvio had married Elizabeth on April 11th 1953, and had spent fifty four cherished years of marriage. He was employed by Schenectady Federal Savings Bank in Schenectady as Vice President of mortgage and lending for many years before retiring. He was a communicant of St. Ambrose Church in Latham where he helped with the extra helping program. Survivors include his loving children Mary Elizabeth (Pais) Simmons and Vincent Tucceri (companion) and Michael (Celeste) Pais, his cherished grandchildren, Andrea Pais and Kathryn (Jason) Brennan. His sisters in law Rita Pais and Patricia (George) Beaudoin, brother in law Richard (Terry) Jaros, his niece Marsha Calderwood along with numerous nieces and nephews. Also survived by his feline companions Ken-E, Mackie and Peppy. He was predeceased by his brother Albert Pais. Relatives and friends are invited to attend graveside services with military honors on Monday June 19, 2017 at 12:00 noon at Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, 2501 Troy-Schenectady Road, Niskayuna with Rev. Brian Kelly officiating. Interment will take place next to his beloved wife Elizabeth at Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Niskayuna. Many thanks to his longtime friend Robert Schlansker for always being there and special thanks to Elizabeth Moorehead and Lynne Cuva for all of their loving care. Dad in a million, When God was making Fathers as far as I can see, He spent alot of time on one and saved that one for me. He made a perfect gentleman compassionate and kind. With more patience and affection than you could hope to find. He gave this special person a heart of solid gold and after God had finished he must have broken the mold. For directions, information or to light a memory candle for the family please visit www.dufresneandcavanaugh.com