Koreman, Lance J.

ALBANY- Lance J. Koreman, 74, of Albany, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2020.

Born in Albany, he was the son of the late John A. and Dorothy (Armstrong) Koreman.

Lance was the owner of A-1 Carpet Care for over 30 years. Prior to that he worked at Schaefer Brewery. Some of the happiest times of his life was when the Giants’ training camp came to SUNY Albany. He never missed a day and was notorious for waiving his large Giants’ flag. His true passion was gardening and friends would always stop by to admire his backyard. Most people would remember Lance for grabbing the microphone and singing “Splish Splash” anytime he had the opportunity. His greatest pride was his family and loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Lance is survived by his wife Dorothy Elaine Koreman, his children: Regina (Mario) Guzzo, Donna (Joseph) Mogul, Deborah (Dan Espey) Bouchey and Lance J. (Sasha Tabakian) Koreman. Eight grandchildren: Mario III, Victoria, Sierra, Meghan (Cody), Amanda, Joseph, Robert III and Lance Jr.; two great grandchildren: Sienna and Easton as well as two brothers Jack (Marge) Koreman and Gene Koreman and several nieces and nephews.

Lance is predeceased by his granddaughter Alyssa.

A Memorial gathering will take place from 9-10 am on Friday September 11 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception; 125 Eagle Street.

Memorial Mass for Lance will be celebrated at 10:00 am immediately following the gathering. Due to the COVID pandemic; capacity in the church will be limited to 150 at any one time as well as during the memorial service. Guest must enter thru the Madison Ave entrance, face masks must be worn and contact tracing will be required.

Inurnment will take place in Our Lady Help of Christians Cemetery in Glenmont.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made in Lance’s memory to the Ronald McDonald House, 139 S Lake Ave, Albany, NY 12208.