Joanne McCaffrey

Joanne K. McCaffrey-Eames, 87, wife of the late Walter Eames, passed away Monday, May 19, 2025 in Hospice. Born December 29, 1937, in Albany, New York, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Estelle McCaffrey.

Joanne attended University at Albany obtaining her bachelors degree, and then began her long career alongside New York State social services including aiding victims of domestic violence. She became a motherto the late Laura K. Martino on March 22, 1961.

She is survived by grandchildren Ryan Martino and his wife Casey of Leesburg, FL and Kathryn Martino and her fiancée Jake of Wilmington, DE; and great granddaughter, Natalie Martino of Leesburg, FL.

All are invited to attend a Visitation on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie NY 12205. Burial will follow at Albany Rural Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial contribution may be made in Joanne’s name to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society in honor of her many furry family members she welcomed into her home throughout her lifetime. Donations can be made at https://www.mohawkhumane.org/tributes or by calling 518-434-8128.