Henry Thron

Henry O. Thron Jr., 93 passed away on Wednesday evening December 30th at the Schenectady Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation while recovering from a fractured hip.

Born in Schenectady, Henry was the son of the late Henry O. and Anna (Wurth) Thron Sr. While an only child, he was like a brother to his many cousins in a large family, who still maintain a unique bond generations later.

A graduate of Mont Pleasant High School, Henry received his Bachelor’s degree in forestry from Syracuse University.

A former tree surgeon for Capital Forestry, Henry built his own business and continued to do tree work and landscaping throughout his entire career and well into his 80s. He also worked for a time with Metropolitan Life Insurance Company and over 25 years with Wright Malta Corp. as a munition’s expert.

A life member and officer of the Schenectady Turnverein, he also enjoyed singing in their Menenchoir. He remained involved in the Syracuse Forestry Alumni Association. Henry was a devout father and neighbor who would, and did, help anyone in need. Henry’s motto was “Just do the right thing”.

Henry was predeceased by his first wife, Thelma (Place). He is survived by his children, Kathleen Center (Roy) of Las Vegas, NV, Nancy Sniffen (late Roger) of Esperance, Laura Huggett (Tim) of Schenectady and James H.C. Thron of Scotia, his grandchildren, Eric Center (Kele), Jessica Sniffen, Christina Zullo, Nicole Fatato (Andrew) and Ashley Thron and great grandchildren, Karsen Center, Antonio, Dominic and Isabella Zullo, Adriana and Anthony Fatato, as well as his second wife Edith(Schulte).

Services for Henry will be held at a later date with a graveside service and interment in Zion Lutheran Cemetery.

Henry's children would like to thank the Eddy Alzheimer's Association for tenderly and tirelessly guiding them through every aspect of the difficult but blessed journey of caring for their dad in his home. Especially the help from Catholic Charities of Schenectady, who provided loving caregivers and respite care through Dayhaven, Kingsway Homecare and Home Instead.


In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Henry’s memory to Catholic Charities of Schenectady or The Eddy Alzheimer's Association.