EILEEN T. ROURKE - BUSINESS FACULTY AT THS

TROY - Eileen T. Rourke, 87, former North Lake Avenue resident, died Friday, February 08, 2013 at the Eddy Heritage House. Born in Troy, she was the daughter of the late Charles J. Rourke and Ella M. Hickey Rourke. Raised and educated in Troy, she was a graduate of Catholic Central High School. She received a bachelor's degree in education from The College of Saint Rose and a master's degree from SUNY Albany. Miss Rourke taught business for many years at Troy High School and evening classes at Maria College in Albany. She was a dedicated, competent educator, who placed her students as her top priority, and they thrived under her skill, care and concern. Friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, February 11, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory Church, Troy. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Troy. There are no calling hours. In memory of Eileen, donations may be made to Our Lady of Victory Church, 55 North Lake Avenue, Troy, NY 12180 To light a candle and offer words of condolence visit mcloughlinmason.com.