All Obituaries

Carlton N. Pott, II, Esq., went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 13th, 2019.   He was born December 22nd, 1938, in Fayetteville, NC, to the late Carlton N. Pott and Nettie (Shay) Pott, and they nicknamed him "Skip". He graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in 1957, enrolled in Union College and obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in 1961.  He attended Albany Law School graduating in 1965. He was admitted to the New York State Bar the same...

GUILDERLAND- Alan L. Kisby, 71, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. Born in Schenectady on March 18, 1948, Al was a lifelong resident of Guilderland. Al graduated from Guilderland High School in 1966. While attending Guilderland, Al played football. Al joined the U.S. Navy after graduating from Guilderland where he proudly served as a gunner’s mate on the USS New Jersey BB-62. After completing his tour, he...

Phyllis Ann Longo Serapilio passed away peacefully in her Guilderland home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, November 13, 2019. She would have been 97-years-old on her next birthday.  Phyllis, lovingly known as Nana, was born on December, 1, 1922 in Bridgeport, Connecticut to Laura Alena Longo and Joseph Longo. She was the oldest of their four children and is predeceased by her parents and her brothers, Philip and John, and her beloved sisters-in-law, Claire and Miriam....

Rotterdam – Vincenza (Vennie) Fracassi-Turpin of Rotterdam, NY, entered eternal life on November 12, 2019 after a long courageous fight with cancer while surrounded by her family. Wife of late husband Robert Turpin, daughter of late Mario and Ilva Fracassi and aunt of her late loved nephew Mario Salerno. She is survived by her sisters, Grace Salerno (Art); Fiorella Sheldrick (Steve); her dear nephew Michael Sheldrick; her “sweeties” Emily and Lydia Ero and Michelena Nolan;...

Schenectady – Robert L. Cady, 96, passed away on Tuesday, November 12th, 2019. Born in Schenectady to the late Victor and Emma (Fay) Cady, Bob attended Horstman Elementary School and graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School. Bob is a World War II veteran, serving in the United States Coast Guard from 1943-1945. Bob worked at Campbell Plastics for 21 years and was a longtime member of Carman Fire Department. He is survived by his children Robert C. Cady (Barbara), Carol S. Grasso and...

Schenectady - Donald Bradley Hutton Sr, 82 passed away following brief battle with Cancer on November 11th.    Known as “Brad” he was a lifelong resident of Schenectady.    He had worked at General Electrical as a Foreman at Building 73 until retirement in 1996.  He remained in his beloved Bellevue neighborhood as a fixture for the community and had great love for this country.  He was avid golfer, fisherman and life-long Yankee fan. He...

Rotterdam - John L. D’Amico, 75, passed away Sunday, November 10th, 2019. He was born to the late Francesco and Angelena D’Amico on April 18, 1944 in Schenectady and married Maria Liparoto, the love of his life on August 17, 1969.  They lived together in Rotterdam for over 50 years. John was an electrician, retiring from the State of New York in 2003.   He was also a skilled mechanic, plow and heavy equipment operator.  A “jack of all trades”, he...

Ballston Spa – Thomas A. “Tommy” Girard, 23, passed away on Sunday November 10, 2019. Born in Saratoga Springs, Tommy attended Galway Central Schools. An avid New York Giants and Yankees fan he was a huge sports fan and loved to play basketball. Tommy also enjoyed camping and the fires in his backyard. He is survived by his mother and father; Lynn and Butch Bouteiller. His nana & papa; Grace and Tom Girard. His great grandmother; Evelyn Ruth. His Aunt; Dee (Chuck)...

Duanesburg – Joyce M. Fowler passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 9th, 2019 at the age of 69. Born Joyce Marie Abbato, she was the daughter of the late Benny and Dovie. Joyce was raised with her three sisters, Carol, Nancy and Patti. They were surrounded with unconditional love. Joyce will love and respect her family for all eternity. Joyce was noble and altruistic; anyone who knew her will remember her positive attitude. She graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in 1968,...

Raymond C. Zanta, 94, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on November 6, 2019.  Born in Pittston PA, he was the son of the late Angelo and Helen (Alfano) Zanta.  Upon graduating from Pittston High School in 1941 he moved with his family to Schenectady, NY.  Ray served in World War II for two years.  He attended the Royal Academy Barber School and operated Ray’s Barber Shop on Chrisler Avenue in Schenectady for 64 years. ...

Visalia, CA - On Saturday, October 12, at 9:10pm Rose Marie (Barbro) DiFranco, mother of two daughters, passed away peacefully at the age of 88. Rose was born on November 23, 1930 in Scotia, New York to parents Steven and Mary Barbro. She grew up in Schenectady with four siblings: Ann, Teresa, Stephen, and Thomas. She married, lived, and raised her two daughters in Schenectady. With too many years spent in the cold winters of Schenectady, she decided to become a permanent snowbird and move...

Marina Muniz Capullo, 81, passed away on November 5, 2019, at her home in Tucson, AZ, with her family by her side. Marina was the daughter of the late Marino and Margaret (Vega) Muniz. A longtime resident of Schenectady, Marina graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in 1956. Marina visited and fell in love with the Sonoran Desert and moved to Tucson, AZ in 1982, where she was HR Director for Intergroup of AZ, retiring in 1996. Marina’s greatest love was her family and loved...

Celebration of Life   Jean Margaret (Nye) McTaggart was born October 17, 1922, Oneonta, New York, and was the daughter of Horace and Ethel (Suffern) Nye. She was Valedictorian in her class at Becker College, Worcester, Massachusetts, graduating in 1942 with a degree in Accounting and Math.  She married James H. McTaggart in 1944.  They were married for 58 years before his passing in 2002.  She is survived by her sister Carol (Roger) Thurston. Our Mother had 5...

Rotterdam-Germaine A. Dagostino, 85, passed away at home on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 after a brief illness. Germaine was born on April 9, 1934 in Schenectady, New York and was the daughter of the late George and Germaine (Hatton) Carlson. She was a graduate of Draper High School and was happily married for 54 years to the love of her life, Raymond J. Dagostino Sr. Germaine was employed for 26 years at the Golub Corporation, until her retirement. She was a communicant of Our Lady Queen of...

Guilderland - Matthew “Matty” W. Fitzgerald III passed away at home on November 5, 2019 after a battle with cancer, he was 83. Matthew (Matty) was born March 9, 1936 to Eileen and Matthew Fitzgerald Jr. in Albany. Matty loved being a volunteer fireman and was a member of the South Schenectady Firehouse for more than 45 years. He made many lifelong friends there. He never missed a fire and in his later years served as fire police right up until his death. His everyday attire...

Schenectady – Angela M. Walker, devoted mother, passed away on November 4th, 2019 at the age of 62. Angela spent her life being the ultimate caregiver to her family, always showing graciousness and mercy to those inside and outside of her home. She was born on January 21st, 1957 to her parents, the late John F. Bowers and Maria (Mazzone) Bowers. Angela graduated from Mohonasen High School in 1975 and went on to work for numerous Trust Co. Banks as a lien closer. She was independent...

Colonie - Joseph E. Raucci, 73 passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on November 3rd, with his family in attendance. Joe was a lifelong resident of Schenectady – he graduated from Linton High School in 1965. He entered the Army shortly afterward and was stationed in Germany. Joe was a self-employed contractor and was well known in the Community. Joe looked forward to his daily rounds of meeting with family and friends for conversation and coffee.  Joe’s greatest love was...

GUILDERLAND- Barbara L. Freer, 72, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2019, with her loving family by her side. She was born to the late Carl Price and Beatrice Downer, January 15, 1947, in Columbus, Ohio. Barbara graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in 1965. She was the loving partner to Robert Hoffman for over 30 years and they lived together in Guilderland.  She will forever be missed by Bob, along with her two sons; Douglas Freer (Lorena Segarra) of Alta Loma, CA, and...

SCHENECTADY- Rose Catroppa, 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2019 with her loving family by her side. She was born in Castel Campagnano, Province of Caserta, Italy to Louis Frascatore and Marietta Aldi Frascatore. She was married to Dominick Catroppa. They were happily married for 27 years before Dominick’s passing in 1981. At the age of 18, Rose began her brave journey alone leaving Italy to come to America to be with her father, with the rest of her family...

Rotterdam- Linda L. Ferri, 62, lost her battle with cancer on Friday, November 1, 2019.  She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Schenectady to Charles A. Viscusi, Jr. and Dorothy A. Viscusi.  She was happily married to Tom Ferri for 41 years. She attended Draper High School and Spencer Business School.  After graduating, she began working as a Secretary for G.E. in the Naval Nuclear Program.  She then took time away from...

Rotterdam – Michael L. Rossello, 66, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 31st, 2019. One of five children, Michael was born in Manhattan to his parents the late Carl Rossello and Grace (Mandopolos) Rossello. Michael grew up in the Bronx and later in Yonkers and attended City College, graduating with his Bachelors degree in Economics. He worked for many years at Lydall Performance Materials, in Green Island, as an operations and scheduling manager. Mike loved sports and...

Guilderland - Richard G. Warren, 75, died peacefully on Thursday, October 31, 2019 at Frederick’s Loving Home in Glenville. Born in Gloversville, NY, Richard was the son of the late Daniel and Violet Warren. He graduated from Johnstown High School and received his Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering from Bradley University in Peoria, Ill.  Richard worked for the New York State Dept. of Transportation for 34 years and retired in 2001.   An avid golfer, Richard was a...

Broadalbin - Virginia A. Ward (Holz), wife and best friend of David A. Ward (Broadalbin, NY), passed away on October 30, 2019 while surrounded by her family after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.  She was 80. Virginia was born on February 26, 1939, the eldest daughter of Kenneth and Bernice Holz of Rochester, NY.  Ginnie and her sisters Dolores (deceased, Rochester, NY) and Bernadette (Bainbridge Island, WA) admired her quest to learn, laugh, and love; all in equal...

Rotterdam - Ida was beckoned to heaven by the brightest autumn sunshine streaming on her face, surrounded by her family. Described as spunky, vivacious and outspoken, Ida was loved for her bold spirit, welcoming kitchen, abundant comfort food and direct regard. If the world became a confusing place, one knew just where they stood in a phone call to Ida, and her phone was always ringing. Ida was one of six children born to Mary (Matula) and Percy VanEtten. Simple and serious farm values of...

Rotterdam – John “Jack” Shiely, 75, peacefully passed away Friday October 25, 2019 surrounded by his forever loving and grateful family and longtime best friend. Born in Schenectady he was the son of the late James and Katherine Lynch Shiely. After graduating from Albany Business College, he became a very active Rotterdam resident. Jack was constantly involved in several community and religious clubs and organizations. A regular attendee at the Town board meetings and a...

ROTTERDAM- Eileen M. Campoli, 77, passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, October 24, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Schenectady to Ernest Denny and Mary Keating Denny. She was married to Anthony R. Campoli. They were happily married for 57 years. Eileen attended Mont Pleasant High School. After she graduated she began working for New York State in the Department of Transportation. She then started her family with Tony where she would raise their 3...

Schenectady – Carol A. Teta, 81, passed peacefully into the arms of God On Thursday October 24, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Schenectady on November 25, 1937 she was the daughter of Julian and Lorraine Araszewski Pevny. A graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School Carol worked a short time for the State of New York before leaving to raise her family. She then returned to work as a court clerk for the Schenectady County Supreme Court before retiring after many years of...

Rotterdam - Beverley Irene White, 82, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, October 22, 2019. Born on April 23, 1937 in Schenectady, NY, she was the daughter of the late William and Ada Pauline Brehm.  She graduated from Draper High School and on October 9, 1955 married the love of her life, Harry White, at the age of 18.  They recently celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary. Bev spent her life making the lives of others better through her gift of time, hard work,...

ROTTERDAM- Arcangelo Cestra, 76, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 21, 2019. He was born in Veroli, Italy to Sante Cestra and Lidia Mignardi Cestra. He was married to Marcia Lecce Cestra. They were happily married for 56 years. He attended school in Italy before coming over to America in 1962. Shortly after, he began his work as a Mason working contracts throughout the Capital Region and eventually joined the Albany Bricklayers Union. Anyone who was blessed to know Arcangelo knew...

Rotterdam - Paul J. Longo, 88, passed away on October 19, 2019 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Schenectady, NY, Paul was the son of the late Louis and Grace (Giordano) Longo. He graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in 1949. He received both a B.S. in Economics from Siena College, and a Masters Degree in Education from SUNY at Oneonta, and later his School Building Certification from the State University of Albany. Paul proudly served in the Korean Conflict with the...

Schenectady – Ernest “Dick” Peek Jr., 76, passed away peacefully on Thursday October 17, 2019. One of eleven children, he was born in Schenectady to the late Ernest and Harriet Schrom Peek. Dick was an operating engineer for local #106 retiring in 2008 from Callanan Industries. He was predeceased by his wife, Christine Peek. He leaves behind his five children; James Peek, Jean Anne Peek, Paula Hooper, Lori Stoklosa and Justin Peek. At Dick’s request there...

Albany - Carol Jeanne (MacDonald) Chandler passed away on Tuesday, October 15th, 2019. She was born in Brooklyn, NY on December 23, 1934.  When she was three years old, the family moved to Hastings on Hudson, NY.  She attended Hastings public schools, graduating as Valedictorian of her senior class in 1952.  She then attended the College of New Rochelle on a full tuition scholarship, graduating with a BA in Mathematics (with departmental honors in Math) in 1956. Directly...

SCHENECTADY- Pasquale Cianfarani, 80, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 14, 2019 with his loving family by his side. He was born in Sora, Italy to Ferdinando Cianfarani and Luigia Rontondi. He married Vincenza Urbano Cianfarani on December 14, 1955. They were happily married for 45 years. He attended school in Italy before coming to America on July 4, 1956. He was a Mason and worked for many construction companies over the years. He would retire in 2001 from Schenectady Steel....

Rotterdam - Dawn Marie Bolton Barnes, 67, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, October 12th, 2019. Dawn was born in Gloversville to the late Frank and Lillian (Montayne) Barnes. She was a graduate of Johnstown High School. For many years Dawn ran her own day care service out of her home. She loved the children she cared for greatly. The centers of her universe were her family but especially her grandchildren. She always enjoyed the holidays, specifically the yearly Christmas...

Rotterdam – Luigi Martini, 88, entered into everlasting life on Saturday, October 12th, 2019. Luigi was born in Frosinone, Italy, and was the son of the late Vincenzo and Chiara Martini. Luigi emigrated to the United States with his wife, Vincenza and daughter, Nicolina in 1966. Once here, he began working at the General Electric Co. as a crane operator. Luigi retired from GE after over 30 years of service. Luigi enjoyed playing cards and spending his time at home with his family...

Venice, FL – Frederick T. Gula, formerly of Guilderland, passed away on Saturday, September 14th, 2019 in Venice, Florida. Fred was born and raised in Palmer, Massachusetts and was the son of the late Joseph Gula and Mary (Wrzesian) Gula. He honorably served his country in the United States Army and went on to earn his Bachelor’s degree from Ithaca College and his Master’s of Public Administration from Russell Sage College. Fred began his career as a phys ed teacher with...

Rotterdam Junction – Joseph A. Artese, 77, passed away Tuesday October 8, 2019 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital. Born in the Bronx, he was the son of Philip and Ethel Olson Artese. Joe was a professional truck driver for Teamsters local #294. For 20 years he drove for McLean’s Trucking and then for the State of New York before retiring in 2007. He loved rock & roll music, building model ships, and hanging out in the garage with his sons and friends. He will...

Rotterdam Junction – Jan “John” vanWingerden, 89, passed away Monday October 7, 2019.   Born in Woubrugge, Netherlands, he was the son of Christopher and Alberdina vanWingerden. He left Holland at the age of 17 to come to the United States with hopes of becoming a farmer but would soon learn that it was not what he wanted to do. He would end up becoming a Mason by trade working with several companies, eventually working for BBL and retiring in 1995 as a project...

ROTTERDAM- Linda A. Buffo passed away Monday, October 7, 2019 in her home. Linda was a huge fan of the classics (especially Elvis).  She loved to travel and be surrounded by family. Linda was predeceased by her spouse Richard Buffo (2006), parents Emily and Claude DeNardis and brother Claude DeNardis. Linda leaves behind her loving children Georgianna Buffo (Jeffery), Nicholas Buffo (Gabrielle), her siblings Michael DeNardis (Laura), Suzanne Page (Paul), and...

Antoinette (Nina) Licciardi, 86, of Guilderland, died peacefully on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at Daughters of Sarah Nursing Center. Born in Ficarazzi, Palermo, Italy in 1933 and emigrating to the United States in 1947, Antoinette was the daughter of the late Placido and Josephine Salvia Tralongo. Nina worked as a Nurse’s Aid for many years.  She enjoyed gardening, her trips to California, cooking for family and friends, and spoiling her grandchildren. In addition to her parents,...

Guilderland- On Saturday, October 5, 2019, Superwoman folded up her cape and gained her wings. Catherine Laboure Fischer of Guilderland was surrounded by her loving family when she passed on peacefully to be with her husband, Burt, and brother, Jim. Catherine has touched the lives of so many with her kind heart and generosity, giving so much of herself to others even in her weakened state.  She never forgot a birthday, anniversary, or christening. She was always interested in what you...

SCHENECTADY- David A. Saxby Jr., 44, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2019. He was born and raised in Schenectady, NY to his parents; David A. Saxby Sr., and Sheryl Thompson. He cherished spending time with his son, Devin. Together they would work on any house work, lawn work, or other maintenance to be done on or around the house. He enjoyed sports, especially his favorite team the Giants. He supported any sports or hobbies that Devin had an interest in and together they would spend hours...

Schenectady - Loretta May Abbott Sisson died on October 4th, 2019 in Schenectady NY. Loretta was born in Saginaw, Michigan on February 13, 1927 to Earl Abbott and Clara Jane Bradt. Four days after birth she was carried by her parents on a train and slept in a shoebox on the long ride to Duanesburg, NY for her Grandfather Bradt’s funeral. Loretta is a direct descendant of Arent Bradt, an early settler of Schenectady. Loretta was married to the late William (Bill) Sisson for 51 years...

Rotterdam - Anna Paludi passed into the arms of Jesus on October 3, 2019  at Ellis Hospital. Her loving niece and caregiver of almost 20 years, Lorene Richardson, was at her side.         Anna was the daughter of the late Lucia DiGiandomenico and Antonio Paludi. She  was the last of nine children, two of which died at birth.    She was predeceased by her parents, her sisters Yolanda Cancio (Edward),  Elizabeth Paludi, Amelia...

Fred Wilcox Sr, 67, of Rotterdam, died at home on Tuesday, October 1, 2019. Fred was born in Schenectady and attended Draper High School.  He was self employed for many years in the construction and remodeling business. Fred was always ready and willing to help family and friends with projects around their homes.  He loved his dogs, and enjoyed Karaoke at the Rotterdam Elks where he was a member, and riding his Harley with his sister Deborah and niece Jody. Fred was predeceased by...

Rotterdam - Robert Cooley Penn, 94, passed away on September 30, 2019, at Albany County Nursing Home following a brief illness.  He was born on June 5, 1925, in Floral Park, NY, the son of the late Harold Vincent Penn and Dorothy Helena Cooley Penn.  A 1943 graduate of Sewanhaka High School, he completed one year at Columbia University before entering the Army in WW II.  He was a member of the First Infantry Division (the Big Red One) and served in the European Theater of...

Rotterdam – William F. Offenbacker, 74, passed away peacefully, at Ellis Hospital, with his loving family by his side on Saturday, September 28, 2019. Born in Troy, he was the son of Donald and Ethel (Hammond) Offenbacker. Bill loved our country and served in the United States Navy from 1963-1966.  He retired from Schenectady International working at the Rotterdam Junction plant. Bill enjoyed bowling, golfing, and playing poker in his free time and was a loyal NY Yankees...

Princetown - On September 26th, 2019 at 6:30 in the morning, our little angel was carried away to Heaven to be cared for in a better place with a new body by his Heavenly Father.  He was a precious gift and a memory who will always be remembered. Surviving are his parents, Mark and Regina Vosburgh; sisters, Lavinia and Avalie; brothers, Brayden, Rylan, Adrian and Trevin , twin brother, Haedin, uncle, Dan Vosburgh; maternal grandparents, Robert and Catherine Symons and paternal...

Rotterdam – Carl F. Herman passed away peacefully on Monday, September 23rd, 2019 at Albany Medical Center. Carl was born in Johnson City, New York to his parents, the late Fred and Lyda (Gromley) Herman. During his school years in Johnson City, Carl earned the highest rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. After high school, Carl served in the United States Navy for exactly 3 years, 9 months and 17 days. He went on to marry the love of his life, Joan J. (Ferrari) Herman,...

BERNE- Matthew A. Williams, 47, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019. He was born on October 24, 1971, in Elmira to Arline and the late Terry Williams. He enjoyed his career in music, which was his greatest passion. Matt also enjoyed painting and wood-carving. Matt was devoted to his family. They were always first in his heart and thoughts. He had many friends whose lives were touched by his incredibly kind-hearted personality. Matt is survived by his mother, Arline, his brothers,...