Chapter 7 Retiree President William A. Crotty, 74, of Plattsburgh, passed away February 20, 2026, in Vermont.
Mr. Crotty started his state career in January 1979 as a teacher at Clinton Correctional Facility, where he worked until his retirement on Dec. 31, 2009.
He held various leadership positions and committee appointments during his career and involvement in PEF, including serving as Region 7 Coordinator.
Mr. Crotty was passionate about helping PEF members, especially retirees, in his later years. He became the Chapter 7 (Clinton, Essex, Franklin, and St. Lawrence counties) Retiree President in 2010 and served in that role until his passing.
Services will be Sunday March 15th with visitations prior from 11a to 1pm at the Brown Funeral Home in Plattsburgh. Then there will be a gathering afterwards.