Thomas Arthur Thrane, Sr. of West Street, Mechanicville, New York, passed away on November 9, 2025, at home with his family and caretakers by his side.  He was 89 years old.   Born on May 1, 1936, in Troy, New York, to the late Christian and Anita Thrane.

Thomas is predeceased by his loving wife of 59 years, Carol Ann Thrane who died on May 10, 2018; along with his sister, Serena Mansfield, and brothers, Christian Jr., Lee, Alfred, Richard and Robert Thrane.

Thomas was a lifelong resident of Mechanicville.  He felt a profound sense of duty to look after his family, friends, and neighbors.  He was known as the "Patriarch of Frog Island".  He was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need.  He was a generous person who often helped others.  He found solace in restoring and rebuilding anything that was broken.

Survivors include his children:  Thomas Arthur Thrane, Jr. of Argyle, Christian James Thrane, Sr. (Holly) of Stillwater, and Kathleen Ann Kalwasinski (Keith) of Mechanicville.  Grandchildren Thomas Thrane III, Rene, William, Amanda, Christian Thrane, Jr. and Joshua, Alexis, and Cassidy Kalwasinski.  Great grandchildren include Nathaniel (Ashley) Thrane, Austin LeFebvre, Anthony, Madalyn, Tyler, Brody, Ava, Olivia and Kylah Thrane.  One great-great grandson Luca St. Gelais.

Thomas served in the United States Army.  He was ranked Specialist 3rd Class (SP3).  He enlisted when he was 19 years of age on January 10, 1955.  He was honorably discharged after serving his term for his country overseas.  Thomas regularly dreamt of someday returning to Paris, France where he was stationed.

Thomas worked at Southworth Machinery/Southworth- Milton CAT in Menands, New York until his retirement.  Thomas worked as a Heavy Equipment Specialist.  He was honored by Milton CAT for his knowledge, expertise, and skills for his commitment of 42 years of employment.

Thomas enjoyed hunting with is two sons, working on his son's paving and excavation equipment, camping with his family at Pine Lake, nightly drives for ice cream to Stewart's, visiting family and friends, weekly trips to Vermont with his late wife, and "tinkering" through his overwhelming amount of "stuff".

The Thrane family would like to express its gratitude and appreciation to his caretakers.  Our family is forever grateful to Jenn Kelly; Tim Rose; Carol Alderman; Amber Minor; Mary Root; Donna Wescott; Sue Reynolds, and Weze Faithn Allie (Louise), Visiting Nurses Association (Steve) and Hospice Caregivers (Heather, Brittany, Sara, Amy, Gerry, and Colleen) for their dedication, kindness, endless hours and continued support until his passing.  Also, his great-great nephew Brett Miller for his devoted acts of tenderness, love, support, and daily visits to spend time with Thomas.

Calling hours will be on Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 11am-1pm at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, New York.

Family remembrances will be shared at 1pm.

Burial with military honors will follow at 2:30 p.m. at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Road, Schuylerville, New York.