James L. Nasser

TROY – James L. Nasser, 64, of Troy, passed away on Sunday, September 05, 2021 at the Inn of Community Hospice with his beloved wife at his side.

James was born in Bristol, TN and grew up in Fort Lauderdale. He proudly served  in the US Navy  on the USS Tuscaloosa where he gained the nickname “Big”. Those who knew him will know why. James was a manufacturing associate with Comfortex in Watervliet for many years. He loved his cherished animals. Music was a huge part of James’ life and he was an avid guitar player.

James is the beloved husband of twenty years to Catherine Dugan Nasser. He is the stepfather of Jason (Erica) Reedy and Grandpa James to Taylor and Jayden. He was the brother of the late Jeffrey Bowers. Nephew of Imogene Bowers (late Edgar). Cousin of Mike (Brenda) Bowers. Dear friend of Maureen Robertson and Kevin Connors. He will be dearly missed by his canine companions, Noodles and Kingston.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with James' family beginning at 10:30 am on Thursday morning at Cannon Funeral Home, 2020  Central Ave., Colonie. A prayer service will be offered at 12:00 pm at the funeral home Entombment will follow at Saratoga National VA Cemetery.

A heartfelt thanks To. Dr. Carla Fernando-Gilday for unwavering compassionate care for over twenty years. Special thank you to RN Marsha Hall and to the nurses, doctors and volunteers at the Hospice Inn, St Peter’s Hospital, your care was beyond measure.

In keeping with floral restrictions at the cemetery and at the request of the family, please consider memorial contributions to Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, 3 Oakland Ave., Menands, NY 12204. To leave a message of condolence for the family, visit www.CannonFuneral.com