Robert P. Rinaldi, 76, died Thursday, March 2, 2017 at the Hudson Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Albany, NY.

Robert was born June 14, 1940 in Schenectady, NY where he was a lifetime area resident, to the late Frank J. Sr. and Theresa (Horney) Rinaldi.

Robert graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in 1958 and received his master's degree in Education from Oneonta. He was a school teacher for the South Colonie School District.

He is survived by his brother, Frank J. Rinaldi, Jr.; and several cousins.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, March 9th, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., at Bekkering- Ellis Funeral Home, Inc., Scotia, NY. Services will follow the calling hour at 10 a.m. at the funeral home.

Burial will take place at St. John The Baptist Cemetery, Schenectady, NY.

For online condolences, please visit www.bekkeringellisfuneralhome.com.