ALBANY–Albert (Joe) Coons, 58, of Niverville, died Thursday November 12, 2009, at Albany Medical Center.

Born in Hudson, March 17, 1951, he was the son of Albert (Jake) and Martina (Allen) Coons. Mr. Coons was an equipment operator for the Town of Kinderhook for over 20 years. He was an Elder and member of the First Presbyterian Church in Valatie, a member of the Tri-Village Rod and Gun Club and an avid fisherman.

Besides his parents, he is survived by his brother, John Coons (Sharon) of Niverville; two nephews, John and Joe Coons; two nieces, Shannon Frick (Rick) and Staycie Coons; and a grand nephew, Gavin Frick.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday November 17, at 11 a.m. from the First Presbyterian Church in Valatie with Rev. Stark Jones and Rev. Nick Becker officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Niverville.

Friends may call Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Raymond E. Bond Funeral Home, Inc., Route 9, Valatie. For those who wish, contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, P.0. Box 267, Valatie, NY 12184.