New York Governor Kathy Hochul issued a statement on Monday regarding the passing of former State Assembly Majority Leader Ron Canestrari.
According to the governor’s office, Canestrari was a lifelong resident of Cohoes, New York, who served as a Vietnam-era veteran, the Mayor of Cohoes, and the Majority Leader of the State Assembly. Hochul said he dedicated his life to serving his community and never forgot the people he served.
The governor stated that Canestrari was an advocate for schools, local communities, and economic development in the state’s Capital Region. Hochul said he also had a love for Broadway, the arts, and travel, and that his legacy will be felt for years to come.