Travis, John A.

GLENMONT- John A. Travis, age 80 passed away peacefully after a long illness on November 12,2020 at the VA Hospital in Albany.

Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Adelbert and Barbara (Gansle) Travis. A graduate of Phillip Schuyler High School he later proudly served his country in the US Army for 2 years and was honorably discharged as a PFC. John then returned to Albany and worked for Niagara Mohawk as an underground lineman, retiring in 1994 after 30 years. John was a lifetime member of the Bucci McTague Post #1530 in Albany. He will be remembered by many as a hardworking, kind and honest family man.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Ruth (Mizener) Travis; father of Susan, David, Kimberly (David) Bastian, Deborah Goss, and Steven (Jamie) Travis; 13 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren. He was the beloved brother of Ruth Occhialino (late Anthony), Mary Bartlett (late Arthur), William Travis (late Mary) and Frank Travis (late Joan).

The family has requested a private memorial service. Interment with Full Military honors will follow in the Graceland Cemetery, Albany NY.