Nadine M. Janetsky

Nadine M. Janetsky, 73, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at St. Peters Hospital, with her loving family by her side. Nadine was the daughter of the late Francis and Helen (Clark) Nerf. Nadine was the devoted wife to Arthur J. Janetsky.

Nadine graduated from Shaker High School in 1970. She began working as a young girl and never stopped until her health wouldn't allow her to continue. A few career highlights include GEX, CMP Industries, many bartending and waitressing positions (especially Fireside Tavern and Uncle Ben's in Schenectady, Schenectady High School as a hall monitor and finally retiring from Sodexo Food Service at GE Research and Development in 2020.

Nadine and her family were and are active members of St. Ambrose Church in Latham.

She loved music and dancing, motorcycles, camping and partying. She was an awesome cook. She loved the Buffalo Bills and NY Mets. She was a high school athlete and an avid bowler in her day. She even played a little golf from time to time.

In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her siblings; Robert Nerf, Francis Nerf and his wife Marlene and her sister Christine Summers.

Nadine is survived by her husband Arthur J. Janetsky, her son, Jamie J. (Marith) Janetsky. She is the sister of Gregory (Cindy) Nerf, Donald (Debra) Nerf and Deborah (Frank) Stewart. She is the proud grandmother of Rachael Seymour, Madison Janetsky and Luke Janetsky. She is also survived her sister-in-law, Daisie Nerf as well as by several nieces, nephews and great grandchildren.

Nadine was a true people person. A bright spot in everyone's day. Always leaving you smiling and laughing. Truly one in a million. She is sorely loved and missed by many.

Calling hours will be held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 181 Troy Schenectady Rd., Watervliet, New York on Friday June 20, 2025 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. A celebration of life will follow at 5:00 pm at the Funeral home. Burial will be private.

Donations may be made to NORD (National Organization for Rare Disorders).

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