John J. Wolken

John J. Wolken, 57, of Niskayuna, NY passed away with his family by his side on March 2, 2024.
He was born May 31, 1966, in Queens, NY to Alice (McGinn) and Martin Wolken.

John was born with cerebral palsy but being in a wheelchair never stopped him from enjoying life to the fullest. John spent much of his childhood in Richmondville with his family-- living on a farm, riding horses, going to the pool, and attending all his brothers' sporting events. His teenage years and early adulthood were spent in Duanesburg. He enjoyed going on road trips with his brothers--always riding shotgun! John loved the Yankees and the Giants, going out to eat, and listening to 80s music. Through the years, John enjoyed going to the Center for Disabilities Telethon and made several appearances. He was even featured during the telethon when his brother Robbie arranged for him to skydive--multiple times! He loved the excitement of jumping out of an airplane!

John attended the Kevin G. Langan School at The Center for Disabilities in Albany, graduating the program in 1986.  He then transitioned to the Adult Services Program in Glenville until his passing. John also loved attending Clover Patch Camp during the summers. John made friends wherever he went and was beloved by everyone who was lucky enough to meet him.

He is survived by his mother, Alice (McGinn) Wolken, and his brothers, Martin (Melanie) Wolken, Richard (Carol) Wolken, and Mike (Sherri) Wolken. He is also survived by 9 nieces and nephews, many cousins, and countless loving family members and friends.

He is predeceased by his father, Martin Wolken, and brother, Robbie Wolken.

Calling hours for John will be on Thursday, March 7, 2024, from 5:00 to 7:00pm. Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 8, 2024, at 11:00am at Bond Funeral Home (1614 Guilderland Ave, Schenectady NY). Interment will follow at Memory Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in John's memory to The Center for Disability Services 314 S. Manning Boulevard Albany, NY 12205 and Clover Patch Camp 55 Helping Hand Lane Schenectady, NY 12302.

The Wolken family would like to thank the staff at the River Roadhouse in Niskayuna and the Adult Services Program in Glenville for their love and caring for John over the years.   They would also like to say thank you to all those who helped John live life to the fullest.