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Jeanne Aviles Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Jeanne Marie Aviles (Reilly), 70, passed peacefully to the arms of Our Creator Friday, November 25, 2022 enveloped by the love of her husband of almost 47 years, Pedro (Pete) Aviles.
Born in Brooklyn, raised in the Queens, Jeanne and Pete moved to Schenectady in 1981.
She attended Catholic schools in Queens and Brooklyn. She worked as an Administrative Assistant for the Industrial Arts Department, NYC Board of Education, as well as at Power Technologies (Schenectady), Northeast...
Rotterdam - Jeanne Marie Aviles (Reilly), 70, passed peacefully to the arms of Our Creator Friday, November 25, 2022 enveloped by the love of her husband of almost 47 years, Pedro (Pete)...
Sophie T. Faboskay Rotterdam
Rotterdam-Mrs. Sophie T. Faboskay, age 95, of Giffords Church Road, passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, November 22, 2022, at Albany Medical Center.
She was born on November 4, 1927 in Mechanicville, daughter of the late William and Antoinette (Skrzypek) Govereski. Sophie was united in marriage with James Jay Faboskay in June of 1951 in Waterford, NY at St. Michael’s Church. Mr. Faboskay passed away on Nov. 20, 2017, after a devoted and blessed union of 66...
Rotterdam-Mrs. Sophie T. Faboskay, age 95, of Giffords Church Road, passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, November 22, 2022, at Albany Medical Center.
She was born on November 4, 1927...
Avianna FultonRichards Schenectady
Schenectady-Avianna Tay'Ana FultonRichards, 4 months old, of Schenectady, passed away suddenly on November 19, 2022.
Avianna was born to Anna Lee (Leeanna) and Antoine (Tony) Richards, Sr. on July 15, 2022 at Bellevue Women's Center in Schenectady, New York. She is preceded in death by her great grandmothers, Delores Wright; Anna Lee Fulton and by her grandfathers, Elmer Richards and Thomas lee Royal along with an aunt, Tonya Lynn Thompson.
Avianna has become a...
Schenectady-Avianna Tay'Ana FultonRichards, 4 months old, of Schenectady, passed away suddenly on November 19, 2022.
Avianna was born to Anna Lee (Leeanna) and Antoine (Tony) Richards,...
Carolee Russell Pattersonville
Duanesburg - Carolee Joan Russell, 81, of Duanesburg, NY passed away on Saturday Nov. 19, 2022, at Albany Medical Center Hospital after a short illness with her loving daughter, son in-law and grandchildren by her side. She was born on October 21st, 1941, in Schenectady, NY and was the daughter of the late Thomas Clune and Eva May Zautner. Carolee was a graduate of Linton High School, and after graduating she went on to earn her nursing degree. Carolee worked at Albany County Nursing Home as...
Duanesburg - Carolee Joan Russell, 81, of Duanesburg, NY passed away on Saturday Nov. 19, 2022, at Albany Medical Center Hospital after a short illness with her loving daughter, son in-law and...
Joanne Parker Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Joanne Parker, 81, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, November 14th, 2022.
Born in Schenectady, Joanne was the daughter of the late Samuel and Mary (Costello) Duffany.
After marrying her beloved husband, John “Bruce” Parker while he was in the service, Joanne and Bruce travelled and lived in various places including Georgia, Greece, Texas and upon Bruce’s retirement from the military, back to New York where they settled.
Once back in...
Rotterdam – Joanne Parker, 81, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, November 14th, 2022.
Born in Schenectady, Joanne was the daughter of the late Samuel and Mary (Costello)...
Donna Tappan Glenville
Glenville – Donna M. Tappan, 67, passed away Sunday, November 13, 2022. She was born in Saranac Lake on March 7, 1955. She was the daughter of Joseph and Lucille Pickreign.
She is the beloved wife of David M. Tappan.
The loving mother of Philip Tappan, the late Angela Brownrigg, Ashley Tappan and Susan Pickreign.
The sister of Clemos Tanzini, Kenneth Pickreign, Edward Pickreign, the late Joseph Pickreign, Helen Chase and the late Patricia Pickreign.
Donna is also survived by...
Glenville – Donna M. Tappan, 67, passed away Sunday, November 13, 2022. She was born in Saranac Lake on March 7, 1955. She was the daughter of Joseph and Lucille Pickreign.
She is the...
Luella Thompson Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Luella M. Thompson, 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday November 6th, 2022, after a brief illness.
Born in Lake Placid, NY on March 10th, 1936, Luella was the daughter of the late Guy and Gladys (Peck) Johnson. Luella married Walter H. Thompson on August 12th, 1961. They eventually settled in Rotterdam and were married for 38 years until his passing in 1997.
Luella was the 4th (and youngest girl) of 10 children. She left school at an early age to help raise her two...
Rotterdam – Luella M. Thompson, 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday November 6th, 2022, after a brief illness.
Born in Lake Placid, NY on March 10th, 1936, Luella was the daughter of the...
Joseph Chinski Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Joseph Chinski, 98, passed away Friday, November 4, 2022.
Born in Schenectady he was the son of Joseph F. and Helen Chinski.
Joe served our country during World War II in the U.S. Army. He then went on to work at the General Electric Co. in Schenectady for over 40 years before retiring.
His wife Marjorie passed away in 2016.
He is survived by his five children Ron Chinski, Cindy Sindoni, Joe Chinski, Michael Chinski and Pam Hoffman.
A calling hour will be held Friday...
Rotterdam – Joseph Chinski, 98, passed away Friday, November 4, 2022.
Born in Schenectady he was the son of Joseph F. and Helen Chinski.
Joe served our country during World War II in the...
Eleaner Pigliavento Schenectady
Schenectady - Eleaner Pigliavento passed away peacefully in the early morning hours on November 4, 2022 at 91 years of age, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Troy, NY on July 6, 1931, Eleaner was the oldest of five children. She began studying dance in Troy and eventually, would travel all the way to Schenectady each week, by bus, to further her training. There, she had the great good fortune to meet a fellow dance student, Orlando Pigliavento. And, as they say, the...
Schenectady - Eleaner Pigliavento passed away peacefully in the early morning hours on November 4, 2022 at 91 years of age, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Troy, NY on July 6,...
Madeline Bordeau Schenectady
Schenectady - Madeline A. Bordeau, 85, of Schenectady, passed peacefully on Wednesday, November 2, 2022.
Born in Brooklyn, NY in 1937, Madeline was the daughter of the late Elizabeth and Christopher Eckhardt.
She was employed as a CHA for many years and loved doing crossword puzzles.
In addition to her parents, Madeline was also predeceased by her husband, Roy W. Bordeau, who died in 2010 and her brother, Robert Eckhardt.
She is survived by her 3 children, Edward (Joann) Reedy Jr.,...
Schenectady - Madeline A. Bordeau, 85, of Schenectady, passed peacefully on Wednesday, November 2, 2022.
Born in Brooklyn, NY in 1937, Madeline was the daughter of the late Elizabeth and...
Robert Knowles Jr. Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Robert E. Knowles Jr., 58, passed away on Tuesday, November 1st, 2022 after a long and valiant battle with cancer.
Born in Schenectady, Robert was the son of the late Robert E. Knowles Sr. and Marilyn (Rose) Knowles.
He graduated from Schalmont High School and went on to honorably serve our country in the United States Marine Corps.
After his military service, Robert worked as Facilities Operations Manager for various companies both locally and internationally.
Robert...
Rotterdam – Robert E. Knowles Jr., 58, passed away on Tuesday, November 1st, 2022 after a long and valiant battle with cancer.
Born in Schenectady, Robert was the son of the late Robert E....
Peter Haight Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Peter J. Haight left this life suddenly on November 1, 2022, at the age 71 as a result of a tragic accident.
Peter was a dedicated employee of National Grid; beginning as a Meter Reader and retiring after 32 years of service, at age 55, as an Underground Lineman. Throughout life, he always loved family celebrations, enjoying food, laughter, and glasses of wine together. He enjoyed retirement to the fullest; and was passionate about taking care of his property and...
Rotterdam – Peter J. Haight left this life suddenly on November 1, 2022, at the age 71 as a result of a tragic accident.
Peter was a dedicated employee of National Grid; beginning as a...
Dominick Coppola Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Mr. Dominick E. Coppola, age 100, a lifelong Rotterdam resident, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 30, 2022 at the Schenectady Center for Rehab and Nursing.
Dominick was born on April 15, 1922 in Rotterdam, son of the late Giuseppe and Concetta Coppola and received his education in Rotterdam schools. His last professional employment was with General Electric, Schenectady where he was an electrician. Dominick proudly served our country during WWII with the US...
Rotterdam - Mr. Dominick E. Coppola, age 100, a lifelong Rotterdam resident, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 30, 2022 at the Schenectady Center for Rehab and Nursing.
Dominick was born...
Louis Mangino Schenectady
Schenectady - Louis F. “Chick” Mangino, 86, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on October 28, 2022.
Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Louis, Sr. and Carmella (Saburro) Mangino. He was the devoted husband of Marlene (DeMarzio) Mangino whom he married on May 5, 1957. A graduate of Draper High School, Louis went to work for the A&P Grocery Store and General Electric Company, after which he was employed by UPS for 10 years....
Schenectady - Louis F. “Chick” Mangino, 86, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on October 28, 2022.
Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the...
Richard Danzig Cohoes
Mr. Richard H. Danzig, age 78, a United States Air Force Veteran, a longtime Capital Region resident, passed away on Wednesday morning, October 26, 2022 at Eddy Village Green, Cohoes where he had been residing.
Services will take place at the convenience of his family on Friday, November 4th, 2022, at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery.
Mr. Richard H. Danzig, age 78, a United States Air Force Veteran, a longtime Capital Region resident, passed away on Wednesday morning, October 26, 2022 at Eddy Village Green, Cohoes where he...
Eleanor Frazer Schenectady
Schenectady - Eleanor Pomeroy Frazer, 88, of Schenectady, passed away on Wednesday, October 26th, 2022 at Ellis Hospital with her adoring family by her side.
Born in Schenectady on September 19th, 1934, she was the second daughter of the late Edward and Mary Keigher Pomeroy. Eleanor graduated from Nott Terrace High School in 1952.
After graduation, she walked across the street and started her secretarial career at Sealtest. She worked there until it closed. She then continued her career at...
Schenectady - Eleanor Pomeroy Frazer, 88, of Schenectady, passed away on Wednesday, October 26th, 2022 at Ellis Hospital with her adoring family by her side.
Born in Schenectady on September...
Mary Fedasz Schenectady
Schenectady - Mary W. Fedasz, affectionately known as "Mimi" to her family, entered peacefully into eternal life at the Teresian House on Monday, October 24, 2022.
Mary was born on February 26, 1930, to the late Aunfer and Mary (Niekasz) Fedasz of Schenectady. Mary lost both of her parents at a young age and grew up on Marx St. with the Zapp and Valentino family. Mary graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in Schenectady and went on to work for the NY Telephone Company (now...
Schenectady - Mary W. Fedasz, affectionately known as "Mimi" to her family, entered peacefully into eternal life at the Teresian House on Monday, October 24, 2022.
Mary was born on...
David Rhodes Greensboro, NC
Greensboro, NC - David Paul Rhodes, 48, of Greensboro, NC and formerly of Rotterdam, New York, passed away and finally found peace on Thursday, October 20, 2022.
Born on March 17, 1974 in Niskayuna, NY, he was the son of the late Paul and Donna Marr Rhodes.
David proudly served our country in the 82nd Airborne division 504 Parachute infantry regiment in the United States Army and was stationed at Fort Bragg. During his time in the military, he was deployed to Korea and other...
Greensboro, NC - David Paul Rhodes, 48, of Greensboro, NC and formerly of Rotterdam, New York, passed away and finally found peace on Thursday, October 20, 2022.
Born on March 17, 1974...
JoAnn Campagnone Rotterdam
Rotterdam - JoAnn Campagnone, 70, of Rotterdam, passed away September 6, 2022 at Ellis Hospital after a long illness.
JoAnn was the daughter of the late John & Caroline Campagnone of Rotterdam. After graduating from Draper School, JoAnn worked as a secretary for General Electric in Schenectady.
A graveside prayer service will be held at St. John The Baptist Cemetery, Brandywine Ave., Schenectady on Monday, October 24th at 1:00 p.m.
Donations may be made to...
Rotterdam - JoAnn Campagnone, 70, of Rotterdam, passed away September 6, 2022 at Ellis Hospital after a long illness.
JoAnn was the daughter of the late John & Caroline Campagnone...
Sarah Dingley Schenectady
Schenectady – Sarah Lilia Dingley, treasured daughter, sister, aunt and friend, passed away on Monday, October 17th, 2022 at the age of 44.
Sarah was born in Hilo, Hawaii and was the daughter of Sandra Enright Bateman Dingley and the late Franklin Dingley III.
She graduated from Mohonasen High School and went on to study American Sign Language.
Sarah was a free spirit who loved to have fun. If there was fun to be had, Sarah was there, whether it be music festivals, casinos or any...
Schenectady – Sarah Lilia Dingley, treasured daughter, sister, aunt and friend, passed away on Monday, October 17th, 2022 at the age of 44.
Sarah was born in Hilo, Hawaii and was the...
George DeCarlo Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Mr. George F. “Choach” DeCarlo, 85, of East Lucille Ave., passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, October 16, 2022 at Capstone Rehabilitation Nursing Home, Amsterdam, following a long illness.
Born in Schenectady NY, he attended Mont Pleasant High School. He was the proprietor of The Finish Line Bar on Broadway in Schenectady, where he discovered his love of horse racing. He finished his career as a driver for William Larned and Sons, Inc, Rotterdam. Mr....
Rotterdam - Mr. George F. “Choach” DeCarlo, 85, of East Lucille Ave., passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, October 16, 2022 at Capstone Rehabilitation Nursing Home, Amsterdam,...
Joseph Paeglow Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Joseph W. Paeglow, 92, of Rotterdam, and most recently of Fort Myers, FL, passed away on October 15, 2022 with his children by his side.
He was born the son of the late Winie and Elizabeth (Ryan) Paeglow and married to his lifelong love, Edna (Gilbert) for 64 years and was a loving father to his four children. An avid traveler, who visited all 50 states, all of Canada, and Russia, China, Japan and much of Europe and also enjoyed multiple cruises.
He served in the Korean...
Rotterdam - Joseph W. Paeglow, 92, of Rotterdam, and most recently of Fort Myers, FL, passed away on October 15, 2022 with his children by his side.
He was born the son of the late Winie and...
Ruth Lanoue Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Ruth E.(Quigg) Lanoue , 97, formerly of Palmer Ave. in Rotterdam, passed peacefully on Saturday, October 15, 2022.
Born in Schenectady, Ruth was the daughter of the late Joseph and Ida Wagnar Quigg. She was a member of the Draper High School class of 1943. Ruth was an active member of the Rotterdam Senior Citizens and the Rotterdam Elks LORE. She was also a member of the Glendale Nursing Home Auxiliary. Ruth enjoyed working summers as the office manager in Lake...
Rotterdam - Ruth E.(Quigg) Lanoue , 97, formerly of Palmer Ave. in Rotterdam, passed peacefully on Saturday, October 15, 2022.
Born in Schenectady, Ruth was the daughter of the late Joseph...
Paul Harasimowicz Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Paul A. Harasimowicz, 78, passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, October 15, 2022.
Born and raised in Schenectady, Paul was the son of Anthony and Elizabeth Harasimowicz (Zubalik). He was raised by his hardworking and devoted mother, Elizabeth. Paul never knew his father who was lost at sea (USS S-44/SS-155) on October 7, 1943, however, he was very close with his uncle, William L. Zubalik. After graduating from Bishop Gibbons High School...
Rotterdam - Paul A. Harasimowicz, 78, passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, October 15, 2022.
Born and raised in Schenectady, Paul was the son of Anthony and Elizabeth Harasimowicz...
Danny Winner Mariaville
Mariaville - Danny Milton Winner of Mariaville, New York passed away on October 14th, 2022 after a brief stay at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady.
He was born August 11th, 1963 in Schenectady to Harry B. and Ardene V. of Mariaville. He was 59 years old.
Danny was a lifelong resident of New York and spent most of his days on the shores of Mariaville Lake. He was a hard worker and worked in construction for most of his life. He took pride in the work he did.
Danny was mostly a quiet man, but...
Mariaville - Danny Milton Winner of Mariaville, New York passed away on October 14th, 2022 after a brief stay at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady.
He was born August 11th, 1963 in Schenectady to...
Angela Brownrigg Glenville
Glenville – Angela M. Brownrigg, 47, passed away at home on Thursday October 13, 2022. She was born in Saranac Lake on May 25, 1975.
Angela was the daughter of David and Donna Pickreign Tappan.
She is also survived by her brothers Buddy & Philip and her sisters Sue Ann, Alesha and Ashley.
Angela also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and her grandmother.
Funeral services will be held at a later date.
Glenville – Angela M. Brownrigg, 47, passed away at home on Thursday October 13, 2022. She was born in Saranac Lake on May 25, 1975.
Angela was the daughter of David and Donna Pickreign...
Kathleen Ragule Schenectady
Schenectady - Kathleen L. Ferri Ragule, 53, passed away in her home on Tuesday, October 11, 2022.
Born in Schenectady, Kathleen was the daughter of the late Leon and Olga Viscusi Ferri. She was a graduate of Mohonasen High School in 1988. Kathleen was employed as a Hospitality worker at Union College for 28 years. She enjoyed classic 80’s music while gardening around her home and spending quality time with her family, friends, and pet rabbit, Augie.
Kathleen is survived by...
Schenectady - Kathleen L. Ferri Ragule, 53, passed away in her home on Tuesday, October 11, 2022.
Born in Schenectady, Kathleen was the daughter of the late Leon and Olga Viscusi Ferri....
Ann Bradshaw Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Mrs. Ann (Cimino) Bradshaw, age 94, a longtime Rotterdam resident, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, October 11, 2022 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn, Albany, with the love and support of her family at her bedside.
Ann was born on Aug. 27, 1928 in Schenectady, NY daughter of the late Giovanni and Catherine (Frizone) Cimino and educated in Schenectady schools.
She was united in marriage with James Allen Bradshaw on May 13, 1950 in Schenectady; a loving and...
Rotterdam - Mrs. Ann (Cimino) Bradshaw, age 94, a longtime Rotterdam resident, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, October 11, 2022 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn, Albany, with the...
Sadie Fazio Guilderland
Guilderland - Sadie Fazio, 101, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2022 with family members by her.
She was born in Albany, the daughter of the late Philip and Josephine Sidoti, who emigrated from Italy.
Sadie lived in the Albany area her entire life graduating from Philip Schuyler High School, where she met her husband Frank and married in 1946.
After raising a family, she worked in the Data Processing Department at St. Peter’s Hospital as a data entry...
Guilderland - Sadie Fazio, 101, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2022 with family members by her.
She was born in Albany, the daughter of the late Philip and Josephine Sidoti, who emigrated...
Iolanda "Teresa" Madia Rotterdam
Schenectady - Iolanda (Teresa) Madia, age 84, entered into eternal peace on October 8, 2022. She is now celebrating a reunion with her husband Angelo, her son Dominick, and her parents who had predeceased her.
Born in Pianopoli Catanzaro, Calabria, Italy on October 28, 1937, Iolanda was the daughter of Domenico and Francesca Iuliano. She married the love of her life, Angelo Madia, and were married 60 years.
Iolanda immigrated to the United States at the end of 1966...
Schenectady - Iolanda (Teresa) Madia, age 84, entered into eternal peace on October 8, 2022. She is now celebrating a reunion with her husband Angelo, her son Dominick, and her parents who...
Patricia Ryan Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Patricia J. Ryan, 88, beloved wife, mother, gramma and great gramma, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 8th, 2022.
Born in Rotterdam, Patricia was the daughter of the late Frederick R. Stay and Winnifred Issac Stay.
Patricia enjoyed her yearly trips to Myrtle Beach, large family gatherings and her daily newspaper word searches.
She leaves behind her husband of 66 years, Douglas N. Ryan Sr.; children, Debra (Pasquale) Tebano, Douglas (Sylvia) Ryan Jr., Karen...
Rotterdam – Patricia J. Ryan, 88, beloved wife, mother, gramma and great gramma, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 8th, 2022.
Born in Rotterdam, Patricia was the daughter of the...
James D'Arcy Jr. Rotterdam
Rotterdam – James Kingston D’Arcy Jr., 81, passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, October 7th, 2022.
Born and raised in Troy, Jim was the son of the late James Kingston D’Arcy Sr. and Marie Sharkey D’Arcy.
He graduated from LaSalle Institute and went on to earn his associates degree from Albany Business College.
He began working for his father in the food brokerage business and later went on to have a 35-year career with New York State,...
Rotterdam – James Kingston D’Arcy Jr., 81, passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, October 7th, 2022.
Born and raised in Troy, Jim was the son of the late James Kingston...
Vincenza Martini Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Vincenza Martini, 85, of Rotterdam, NY passed away at Kingsway Nursing Center on September 17, 2022. Born in Vicalvi, Frosinone, Italy, Vincenza was the daughter of Fiorinta Capozio and Pietro Muscedere.
With her husband Luigi and daughter Nicolina, Vincenza emigrated to the US in 1966 where the family quickly adapted to their new life in their adopted country. Vincenza, a skilled seamstress, worked in dress factories where she learned the necessary skills to operate...
Rotterdam - Vincenza Martini, 85, of Rotterdam, NY passed away at Kingsway Nursing Center on September 17, 2022. Born in Vicalvi, Frosinone, Italy, Vincenza was the daughter of Fiorinta...
Teresa Raymond Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Mrs. Teresa Frances Mary (Renna) Raymond, 91, of Amsterdam Ave., Town of Rotterdam, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2022 at Ellis Hospital, with her loving family by her side.
Teresa was born on March 26, 1931 in Schenectady, NY, daughter of the late Francesco and Antoinette (Iovino) Renna, and raised in the Schenectady area. While working at Knolls Atomic Power Lab, she met her future husband, and was united in marriage with Albert E. Raymond, Jr., enjoying a blessed and...
Rotterdam - Mrs. Teresa Frances Mary (Renna) Raymond, 91, of Amsterdam Ave., Town of Rotterdam, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2022 at Ellis Hospital, with her loving family by her...
Umberto Paniccia Schenectady
Schenectady - Umberto Paniccia, one week shy of being 97, passed away in his sleep on Wednesday October 5, 2022, following an extended illness. He was surrounded by his children and his wife of over 69 years, Amerina.
Umberto was born near Veroli, Frosinone, Italy in 1925, and lived through several life-threatening encounters during World War II. After the war he emigrated to the United States, joining his father who had previously come to the US. He gained employment at General Electric...
Schenectady - Umberto Paniccia, one week shy of being 97, passed away in his sleep on Wednesday October 5, 2022, following an extended illness. He was surrounded by his children and his wife of...
Frances Cusano Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Mrs. Frances P. Cusano, age 87, of Greenpoint Ave., passed away on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at Ellis Hospital, Schenectady.
Frances was born on June 29, 1935 in Brooklyn, daughter of the late Dominick and Anna DeMeo and educated in Schenectady schools.
She was united in marriage on Feb. 16, 1958 with Domenico “Dom” Cusano, Sr. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Schenectady; a blessed and loving union of 64 years. Mr. Cusano passed away on September...
Rotterdam - Mrs. Frances P. Cusano, age 87, of Greenpoint Ave., passed away on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at Ellis Hospital, Schenectady.
Frances was born on June 29, 1935 in Brooklyn, daughter...
Judith Massaro Campion Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Judith Ann Massaro Campion, age 72, of Annabelle Place, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday morning, September 28, 2022 at Ellis Hospital, Schenectady, following a short illness.
She was born on October 13, 1949 in Schenectady, daughter of the late Benjamin and Philomena (Vitch) Massaro and educated in Schenectady schools. She was united in marriage with Brian Campion who passed away in 2019. She was employed with the New York State Tax Department, Albany where she...
Rotterdam - Judith Ann Massaro Campion, age 72, of Annabelle Place, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday morning, September 28, 2022 at Ellis Hospital, Schenectady, following a short...
Domenico "Dom" Cusano, Sr. Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Mr. Domenico “Dom” Cusano, Sr., age 90, of Greenpoint Ave., Town of Rotterdam, passed away suddenly on Friday, September 23, 2022 at Ellis Hospital, Schenectady.
He was born on February 20, 1932, in Ruviano, Province of Caserta, Italy, son of the late Pasquale and Vincenza (Cusano) Perretta, and educated in schools in Italy. Dom Sr. came to America as a young man, looking to follow the American Dream to create a better life for not only himself, but for all of...
Rotterdam - Mr. Domenico “Dom” Cusano, Sr., age 90, of Greenpoint Ave., Town of Rotterdam, passed away suddenly on Friday, September 23, 2022 at Ellis Hospital, Schenectady.
He was...
Albert Cipriano Schenectady
Schenectady – Albert E. Cipriano, 96, passed away at home on Friday September 23, 2022. Born in Schenectady he was the youngest child of 12 to Michael and Marie Cipriano.
Albert served our country in the United States Navy during WWII where he received the purple heart.
For many years Albert along with his wife Alice owned and operated the Cipriano Paint Store on Erie Blvd. in Schenectady.
He loved to travel with Alice whether it was to Maine or on his favorite trip which was to...
Schenectady – Albert E. Cipriano, 96, passed away at home on Friday September 23, 2022. Born in Schenectady he was the youngest child of 12 to Michael and Marie Cipriano.
Albert served our...
Corina Swatling Schenectady
Schenectady - Corina A. Swatling, 82, of Schenectady, died at her home on Monday morning, September 19, 2022.
Born in Albany, Corina was a graduate of Colonie High School. She worked for several years as a secretary at the Albany Police Dept. Later she was employed as a Teller with Pioneer Savings Bank and worked for many years as a Ticket Reader at the Albany International Airport.
Corina was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Hudson F. Swatling, who died in 2020, her son Michael...
Schenectady - Corina A. Swatling, 82, of Schenectady, died at her home on Monday morning, September 19, 2022.
Born in Albany, Corina was a graduate of Colonie High School. She worked for several...
Paul "Skip" Desjardins Jr. Guilderland
Guilderland – Paul “Skip” E. Desjardins Jr., 68, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Friday, September 16, 2022 after a long battle with Pancreatic Cancer.
Skip was born in Auburn, Maine to his parents, the late Paul E. Desjardins Sr. and Clara Harnden Desjardins.
He graduated from Edward Little High School in Maine and attended college in Boston, where he met his beloved wife, Kathleen Veley Desjardins.
Skip and Kathy moved from Maine to Albany after they...
Guilderland – Paul “Skip” E. Desjardins Jr., 68, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Friday, September 16, 2022 after a long battle with Pancreatic Cancer.
Skip was...
John DiCocco Princetown
Princetown - John DiCocco, 54, passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 14th, 2022, while at home surrounded by his loving family.
John was born in Schenectady, NY, son of the late Anthony and Domenica DiCocco. He grew up the youngest of three siblings, whom he always kept laughing; he was the center of their world. John was dearly loved by his wife and children. His strength and ability to push through any and every challenge thrown his way, while ensuring his family never felt any...
Princetown - John DiCocco, 54, passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 14th, 2022, while at home surrounded by his loving family.
John was born in Schenectady, NY, son of the late Anthony...
Raymond Fetter Jr. Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Raymond L. Fetter Jr., 58, of Rotterdam, died on Wednesday, September 14, 2022.
Ray was born in Niskayuna, NY. He graduated from Draper High School in 1982. Following his graduation, Ray enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1982 serving in Germany. He was honorably discharged in 1985.
He was employed as a tractor trailer driver for ten years and later worked for 16 years as a groundskeeper at SUNY Albany. He enjoyed fishing, camping, snowmobiling and just about anything outdoors.
Ray...
Rotterdam - Raymond L. Fetter Jr., 58, of Rotterdam, died on Wednesday, September 14, 2022.
Ray was born in Niskayuna, NY. He graduated from Draper High School in 1982. Following his graduation,...
Pauline Melco Schenectady
Schenectady- Pauline Viscusi Melco passed away peacefully at her home as she wished with her sons/caregivers on September 13, 2022 at the age of 97 years old.
She was born on January 25, 1925 and was a lifelong resident of Schenectady. She was the daughter of Joseph Viscusi and Sabina Marchsano Viscusi.
Pauline was married to the late Christopher N. Melco Sr. for many years before his death.
Pauline grew up during the depression years and quickly learned how to make a dollar out of a...
Schenectady- Pauline Viscusi Melco passed away peacefully at her home as she wished with her sons/caregivers on September 13, 2022 at the age of 97 years old.
She was born on January 25, 1925 and...
Michael Famolaro Sr. Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Michael Anthony Famolaro Sr., 77, passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday, September 13, 2022.
Michael was born and raised in Utica, NY and was the son of the late Anthony J. Famolaro and Genevieve DiPierro Famolaro.
A hard worker from a young age, that trait stayed with him all his life. Michael worked for 37 years as a self-employed carpet installer with his brother, Bobby, and further continued on with his son Michael Jr. for several more years before retiring. He was...
Rotterdam – Michael Anthony Famolaro Sr., 77, passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday, September 13, 2022.
Michael was born and raised in Utica, NY and was the son of the late Anthony J....
Vincent Canali Jr. Glenville
Glenville - Vincent H. Canali Jr., 70, of Glenville, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Ellis Hospital.
He was born on July 29, 1952, son of the late Vincent H. and Theresa Rose (Sirgiovanni) Canali. Vincent graduated from Linton High School in 1970, and previously attended Notre Dame Bishop Gibbons. He was a man of Catholic faith.
Vinny, nicknamed, “The Vin Man”, was a Mixologist by profession. Years prior to Vinny being born, his father...
Glenville - Vincent H. Canali Jr., 70, of Glenville, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Ellis Hospital.
He was born on July 29, 1952, son of the late Vincent H. and Theresa...
Marilyn Rockefeller Guilderland
Guilderland - Marilyn J. Rockefeller passed away peacefully on Sunday night, September 11, 2022, at the youthful age of 90. Marilyn was born in 1931 in Germantown, NY to Edward and Bernice Rifenburgh. She was a graduate of Germantown HS and Mildred Elley secretarial school. She worked as an executive secretary throughout her career and retired from SUNY Administration in 1990. She was an avid lover of Pendelton suits, handbags, shoes, red kitchen tools and QVC (especially “In the...
Guilderland - Marilyn J. Rockefeller passed away peacefully on Sunday night, September 11, 2022, at the youthful age of 90. Marilyn was born in 1931 in Germantown, NY to Edward and Bernice...
Rosemary Tanski Guilderland
Guilderland – Rosemary C. Tanski, 87, formerly of Rotterdam, passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peters.
A lifelong area resident, Rosemary was born in Schenectady to her parents, the late Leo J. Murphy and Susan Carrano Murphy. Rosemary was a graduate of St. Columba’s School and worked for a short time at the General Electric Company.
On August 11, 1956, Rosemary married her husband, Ronald E. Tanski and travelled the country with him while...
Guilderland – Rosemary C. Tanski, 87, formerly of Rotterdam, passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peters.
A lifelong area resident, Rosemary was born in...
Sam Spring Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Sam W. Spring, 82 of Rotterdam died Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at Albany Medical Center Hospital after a valiant fight with cancer.
Sam graduated from Guilderland High School’s Class of 1957 and has participated in many reunions and get-togethers with these friends since then. Sam enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1959 and was honorably discharged in 1962. He was then hired by the New York State Police where he worked as a Trooper until the...
Rotterdam - Sam W. Spring, 82 of Rotterdam died Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at Albany Medical Center Hospital after a valiant fight with cancer.
Sam graduated from Guilderland High...
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