UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 14A

Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
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TrustCo Bank Corp NY
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Subsidiary:  Trustco Bank

April 29, 2019

Dear Shareholder:

We recently mailed you proxy materials in connection with the upcoming Annual Meeting of Shareholders of TrustCo Bank Corp NY, which is scheduled for May 23, 2019.  According to our records, we have not yet received your proxy vote.

We would very much appreciate having your shares voted, and we have made the process easy.  You can vote by telephone or the internet by following the instructions provided on the enclosed card.  You can also vote by mail using the enclosed ballot.  To assist you, our Board of Directors has unanimously recommended a “FOR” vote on all proposals.

Thank you for your time and attention.  If you have any questions or require further assistance in voting your shares, please contact our proxy solicitation agent Alliance Advisors, LLC toll-free at 877-777-8133.


 
Very truly yours,
 
 
Michael Hall
 
Secretary

5 Sarnowski Drive, Glenville, New York 12302