Philomena Derenske Obituary
The passing of Philomena Derenske (Schenectady, New York) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on March 29, 2026 at the age of 94. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Raffaela DeMatteo (Valentino) and John J. DeMatteo; her siblings, Marion Sorbello (Sam), Connie Janack (Ralph) and John S. DeMatteo (Norma); her niece Sandra Chase (Janack); and her nephew John M. DeMatteo.
She is survived by: her sister Ann Felczak (John); and her nieces and nephews, Jill DeMatteo, Sue DeMarco (Janack), Karen (Felczak), Burda (Robert), Linda Hunt (Felczak), Steve Janack (Margo), Phillip Janack, David DeMatteo (Jenni Stanton) and Michael Felczak (Lynne).
To honor Philomena's life and memory, please consider memorial contributions to St. Anthony's Church Restoration Fund, the Schenectady City Mission or the Scotia Animal Protective Foundation in lieu of flowers.