Peter M. Conway

Peter Michael Conway, 70, was born into eternal life on Friday, September 22, 2023, with his wife and children by his side. Born in Albany, he was the eldest son of W. Robert Conway and Rosemary (Garry) Conway. Peter graduated from Vincentian Institute, SUNY Cobleskill (A.A.S.), Cornell University (B.A.), and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (M.S.). He was a Registered Landscape Architect. Peter was a partner at the design firm of Clough, Harbour & Associates (CHA). During his 40 year career, he made many lasting contributions to the Capital District and beyond. His notable projects include Tricentennial Park, Hudson River Pedestrian Bridge, Jennings Landing at the Corning Preserve, and the Albany Capital Center. He served faithfully on various boards, including the Albany Board of Zoning Appeals (Chairman), Capital Region Chamber of Commerce, The Friendly Sons of St. Patrick (President), and LaSalle School for Boys. He was a parishioner of St. Teresa of Avila, now Mater Christi Parish, where he coached CYO basketball and volunteered at the food pantry for many years. Peter was an avid Yankees fan, voracious reader, coin collector, and history buff, but golf was his true passion. He was an active member of Wolferts Roost Country Club for 30 years and served on the Board of Governors. His foursome, known as the “dew sweepers,” was legendary for their good-natured competitiveness. As a member of Kensington Golf & Country Club in Naples, FL, Peter enjoyed countless rounds as the captain of the “Naples Guys” golf group. He loved being in Florida and shared many happy times there with his family. Peter was the beloved husband of Patricia (Raffetto) Conway, with whom he recently celebrated 46 years of marriage. He was the loving father of Lauren (Martin) Modahl and Ryan (Molly) Conway. Of all of Peter’s accomplishments, his greatest joy was his granddaughters: Aerin Elizabeth, Norah Rose, and Siobhan Phillips. He is survived by his siblings Robert (Linda) Conway, Garry (Patty) Conway, Susan (Frederick) Prince, and Timothy (Deirdre) Conway, his brother-in-law Edward (Kathy) Raffetto, several nieces and nephews, his loyal pup Benji, a large extended family, and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, in-laws Harold and Rose Mary Raffetto, and granddaughter, Lenoir Faith. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Lawrence Garbo, Dr. Mark Rubin, the staff at NCH Baker Hospital in Naples, FL, and St. Peter’s Hospital (McAuley Unit). Relatives and friends are invited to join the Conway family on Friday, September 29 at Mater Christi, 40 Hopewell St., Albany, NY 12208. Calling hours will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. Those wishing to remember Peter in a special way, in lieu of flowers, may send a contribution in Peter’s name to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Northeast, P.O. Box 22470, New York, NY 10087. To leave a message for the family, please visit https://www.maginandkeeganfuneralhome.com/.

Peter M. Conway

October 8, 1952 - September 22, 2023