Effie E. Musella

September 30, 1940 - November 20, 2021

Effie E. Musella 81, of Alcove passed away peacefully after a long illness on November 20, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospital. Born in Albany, NY on September 30, 1940, she was the daughter of Marjorie Avery and Peter Erwin. Effie grew up in Albany and graduated from Albany high school in 1958. Upon graduation she worked for the NY State Law department and then as chief executive assistant to Dr. James Hepinstall, superintendent of Albany public schools. She also served as clerk to the Board of Education. After working for 11 years she enrolled in college and earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting and economics from Russell Sage. In 1975 Effie went to work for NYSUT until her retirement in 2000. During that time she earned her master’s degree in business administration from Russell Sage. After retirement Effie helped form the organization of NYSUT Staff Retirees (ONSR) and the development of the newsletter. Effie was a dancer in her younger years and taught ballroom dancing for four years. She loved to travel, cook, read and host holidays dinners at her home in Alcove. She always decorated every room for Christmas. In addition to her parents, Effie was predeceased by her husband Benjamin Musella who died in 2007 and her dear friend Donald Godsnell. She is survived by her step children Laura Gee, Brian Musella and their families as well as cousins, nieces and nephews. She had many dear friends that were like her family. A very special thank you to Effie’s caregivers who helped in her later years. They were so kind and caring. In Lieu of flowers contributions in Effie's memory made be made to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society or a charity of your choice. Funeral services will be held 1:00 pm Friday December 3, 2021 at the Magin & Keegan Funeral Home, 891 Madison Ave. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call at the funeral home Friday after 12 p.m. Interment Albany Rural Cemetery.