Martina M. Claessens Obituary
The memory of Martina M. Claessens (Rensselaer, New York), who passed away on October 5, 2025 at the age of 79, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Martina M. Claessens to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Frederick Claessens and Catherine Claessens (O'Hara); and her granddaughter Niya. She is survived by: her children, Shaun Alderman (Kristen) and Michele Phillips (Gary Jackson); her sister Tonita Gagnon (late Robert); her grandchildren, Kathleen, Omelianna, Angel, Brandon, Treavor, Connor, Amaya, Jared and Shaun Jr.; and her great grandchildren, Isabella, Lucas, Grace, Santana and Apollo.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM at the W. J. Lyons Jr. Funeral Home (1700 Washington Ave, Rensselaer, NY 12144). A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Tina's name to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, 3 Oakland Avenue, Menands, NY 12204.
