Ralph W. Bandel Obituary
We announce the death of Ralph W. Bandel (Albany, New York), who passed away on September 10, 2026, at the age of 77. Ralph will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ralph W. Bandel to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, George Bandel and Gertrude Bandel (Ritter). He is survived by: his wife Susan (Kaiser); his brother Richard Bandel; his children, Claire Sherin (Chris), Ellen Weber (Alex) and Timothy Bandel (Maria); and his grandchildren, Grace, Thomas Sherin, Ethan, Anna Weber and Isabela Bandel. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family, and many dear friends.
Visitation will be held on Friday, September 25th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the McVeigh Funeral Home, Inc. (208 N Allen St, Albany, NY 12206). A prayer will be held on Friday, September 25th 2026 at 3:30 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Ralph's memory may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105 or Capital City Rescue Mission, 259 S Pearl St., Albany, NY 12202.
