Obituary of Thomas J. Lais

Thomas J. Lais, 83, of Amsterdam, NY passed away Friday, March 24^th, 2023, at St Mary’s Hospital.

Thomas was born at home on April 16^th, 1939 in Amsterdam, NY to the late Joseph and Lolita (Bellows) Lais. He was always an Amsterdam local and graduated from Wilbur H. Lynch Literacy Academy. After school, Thomas served in the United States Air Force from 1960 until his honorable discharge in 1962. Upon returning home, he worked as a steam fitter for General Electric in Schenectady, NY for over 30 years.

Thomas was united in marriage to his loving wife Rosemary of 53 years on May 11^th, 1968. They spent their many years together until her passing on October 2^nd, 2021.

Thomas was known to love the outdoors, and enjoyed his time hunting, fishing and racing with his family. Another pastime he enjoyed was bowling, and he did so for many years prior to his passing.

Thomas is predeceased by his wife Rosemary Lais; parents Joseph and Lolita Lais; sons Peter and Joseph Lais; and brothers Chet and Richard Lais.

He is survived by his sons Jay and Patrick (Cathy) Lais.

A Service of Remembrance will take place on Thursday, March 30^th, 2023, at 11a.m. at Betz, Rossi & Bellinger Family Funeral Home, 171 Guy Park Avenue, Amsterdam 12010. Relatives and friends are invited and may call an hour prior to the service from 10a.m to 11a.m at the funeral home. Please visit the online memorial at www.brbsfuneral.com

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Montgomery County SPCA by check to, P.O. Box 484, Amsterdam, NY 12010 or online at www.mc-spca.com