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Rotterdam- It is with heavy hearts that the family of Laurette Reagan announces her passing on November 26, 2021. Mom made the journey to reunite with the love of her life, her beloved husband and soul mate Robert (Bob) Reagan who passed away in 2019 - they are now together in everlasting peace and love. She was born March 31, 1931 in Albany, New York to the late Martin and Anna (Kochan) Govel. She married Bob on June 1, 1952. They were happily married for 67 years prior to his...
Rotterdam- It is with heavy hearts that the family of Laurette Reagan announces her passing on November 26, 2021. Mom made the journey to reunite with the love of her life, her beloved...
Eleanor V. Keeler Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Eleanor V. Keeler, age 91, devoted wife and matriarch to the Keeler clan, passed away peacefully in her home on November 24th, 2021.
Eleanor was the beloved wife of the late George J. Keeler for 65 years; their love was true, kind, respectful, deep, and eternal.
Born in Queens, Eleanor was one of 12 children of the late Elizabeth and Eugene Conway. Siblings Eugene (Annette), Elizabeth (Charles), Joseph (Marilyn), Cecilia (William), Mary (Peter), Richard (Mary), Eileen...
Rotterdam – Eleanor V. Keeler, age 91, devoted wife and matriarch to the Keeler clan, passed away peacefully in her home on November 24th, 2021.
Eleanor was the beloved wife of the late...
Martha Cieszynski Altamont
Altamont - Martha Jane (Meade) Cieszysnki, 75, of Altamont, NY died at home surrounded by family on Monday, November 22, 2021. She was born October 26, 1946 in Ticonderoga to the late Frederick Meade and late May Kelly.
Martha was a graduate of Albany Business College and immediately started a career in State service. She retired after 41 years of service. Martha had several part time jobs after her State employment that she enjoyed. She loved her cat kids,...
Altamont - Martha Jane (Meade) Cieszysnki, 75, of Altamont, NY died at home surrounded by family on Monday, November 22, 2021. She was born October 26, 1946 in Ticonderoga to the late...
Thomas 'Tim' Tegiacchi Sr. Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Thomas ‘Tim’ J. Tegiacchi, Sr., 86, of Rotterdam died peacefully on Saturday, November 20, five days before his 87th birthday, in the comfort of his own home in the company of his loving family.
Tim was born in Schenectady, NY on November 25, 1934, the second born son of Lorenzo Tegiacchi and Anna Parola Tegiacchi. Tim graduated from Draper High School, where he excelled in all sports and as a trumpeter in the band. He then enlisted in the US...
Rotterdam – Thomas ‘Tim’ J. Tegiacchi, Sr., 86, of Rotterdam died peacefully on Saturday, November 20, five days before his 87th birthday, in the comfort of his own home in the...
Philip Parks Jr. Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Philip C. Parks Jr., 64, passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2021.
He is survived by his long-time companion of 40 years, Sally A. Nagay and his parents, Philip C. Parks Sr. & Evelyn (Cheslock) Parks.
He was the brother of Roxana Jackson, Vickie Puzio and the late Phylis Hirakami.
Phil also leaves behind Sally’s children who he considered his own; Betsy, David and Lisa along with 1 granddaughter and 2 great grandsons as well as several nieces and...
Rotterdam – Philip C. Parks Jr., 64, passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2021.
He is survived by his long-time companion of 40 years, Sally A. Nagay and his parents, Philip C. Parks Sr....
Carmen J. Agosta III Schenectady
Schenectady- Carmen J. Agosta III, 67, passed away at home on Wednesday, November 17. Born in Amsterdam, NY he was the son of Lila Adamkowski Agosta and the late Carmen Agosta II. He was happily married to his loving wife Kimberly. They were together for 37 years.
Carmen graduated from Amsterdam High School. He spent his career working as a trusted independent contractor, and proudly documented the homes he transformed during his remodels. In his spare time, he loved to garden flowers...
Schenectady- Carmen J. Agosta III, 67, passed away at home on Wednesday, November 17. Born in Amsterdam, NY he was the son of Lila Adamkowski Agosta and the late Carmen Agosta II. He was...
Rita & David Fariello Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Rita and David Fariello, ages 91 and 95 respectively, passed away two days apart, on November 12th and November 14th, 2021.
Together they shared 73 years of marriage and created a beautiful life and family.
Rita was born in Albany to her parents, the late Arthur and Venah Oliver and David was born in Amsterdam to his parents, the late Andrew and CoraBell Fariello.
A graduate of Mont Pleasant High School, Rita went on to raise 5 children and was an entrepreneur of sorts-...
Rotterdam – Rita and David Fariello, ages 91 and 95 respectively, passed away two days apart, on November 12th and November 14th, 2021.
Together they shared 73 years of marriage and created...
Carter Andersson-Wintle Guilderland
Guilderland- Carter Allen Andersson-Wintle, 72, of Guilderland, NY, and Davenport, FL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 14, 2021, at Albany Medical Center, with his loving wife and daughters by his side, after a courageous 20-year battle with cancer.
Born in Syracuse, NY, on April 4, 1949, he was the eldest son of the late Harley and Alice (Rickards) Wintle. Carter is survived by his loving wife Linnea, and daughters Keri (Brian) Costello and Brynn (Chris) Miltner, and...
Guilderland- Carter Allen Andersson-Wintle, 72, of Guilderland, NY, and Davenport, FL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 14, 2021, at Albany Medical Center, with his loving wife and...
Jeanette O'Connell Schenectady
Schenectady - Jeanette DeKoning O’Connell, 98, of Schenectady went home on November 13, 2021 to be reunited with her husband James O’Connell, son Kevin, daughter Mary Jean Maas, sisters Ada Kugel, Ruth Shuart, brothers Nick and John DeKoning.
Jeanette was born on May 11, 1923 to the late Leonard and Trina Vander Weide DeKoning in North Haledon, New Jersey. Jeanette and James lived in Williston Park, NY where they were very active in the community and their churches raising six...
Schenectady - Jeanette DeKoning O’Connell, 98, of Schenectady went home on November 13, 2021 to be reunited with her husband James O’Connell, son Kevin, daughter Mary Jean Maas,...
Jean Hartman Schenectady
Schenectady – Jean Hartman, 91, passed away on Tuesday, November 9, 2021.
Jean was born in Schenectady on November 20, 1929, a daughter of the late John and Emiline Miller Engvold. She graduated from Draper High School and was employed at G.E. later working at Campbell Plastics until her retirement. She enjoyed spending time at Sacandaga Lake and with family and friends. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandsons.
She was predeceased by her husband Russell Hartman, sister...
Schenectady – Jean Hartman, 91, passed away on Tuesday, November 9, 2021.
Jean was born in Schenectady on November 20, 1929, a daughter of the late John and Emiline Miller Engvold. She...
Steven Popolizio Scotia
Scotia - Steven A. Popolizio, 90, entered peacefully into eternal rest on November 9, 2021 with his family by his side.
Steven was born in Schenectady March, 1931. He spent most of his life in Rotterdam and more recently resided in Scotia, NY. He was the son of the late Patrick and Helen (LaFreniere) Popolizio.
Steven married the love of his life, the late Ida Byrnes in 1954. He worked 36 years as a millwright for GE/Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory in...
Scotia - Steven A. Popolizio, 90, entered peacefully into eternal rest on November 9, 2021 with his family by his side.
Steven was born in Schenectady March, 1931. He spent most of his...
Carol Selke Schenectady
Schenectady- Carol A. Selke passed away on Monday, November 8. Born in Schenectady, NY she was the daughter to the late Henry J. Spada and Dorothy Buonanno Spada. She graduated from Mont Pleasant High School and was happily married to James E. Selke. Services will be held privately. Carol will be laid to rest at St. Cyril and Method Cemetery in Rotterdam.
Schenectady- Carol A. Selke passed away on Monday, November 8. Born in Schenectady, NY she was the daughter to the late Henry J. Spada and Dorothy Buonanno Spada. She graduated from Mont...
Jean Badalucco Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Jean S. DiPofi Badalucco, 90, passed away peacefully at Ellis hospital with family at her side on Thursday, November 4, 2021 after a short illness.
Jean was born May 19, 1931 to the late John and Philomena DiPofi.
Jean graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in 1949. She then went on to have a career as a secretary and retired from KAPL after 44 years.
She was a very generous and kind hearted person who loved her bowling and her Yankees.
She was predeceased by...
Rotterdam - Jean S. DiPofi Badalucco, 90, passed away peacefully at Ellis hospital with family at her side on Thursday, November 4, 2021 after a short illness.
Jean was born May 19, 1931 to the...
Patricia Thomas Ocala, FL
Ocala, FL - Patricia A. Marsello Thomas, 77, of Ocala, Florida passed away at the Ted & Diane Brandley Hospice House after a courageous battle with cancer on November 1st, 2021.
Patti was born on September 2nd, 1944 and resided in Schenectady, NY until 1997 when she moved to Florida. She graduated from Mohonasen H.S. and married her former husband, Leonard Thomas and raised her two sons, Lenny and Danny in Rotterdam, NY. Patti was a friendly, familiar face working at Friendly’s...
Ocala, FL - Patricia A. Marsello Thomas, 77, of Ocala, Florida passed away at the Ted & Diane Brandley Hospice House after a courageous battle with cancer on November 1st, 2021.
Patti was...
David Boyce Rotterdam
Rotterdam - David A. Boyce, 36, of Rotterdam, died on Monday, November 1, 2021.
David was employed for many years as an Auto Body Technician most recently with Caliber Collision in Schenectady.
He enjoyed camping, traveling and going to car shows and especially spending time with family and friends.
He is survived by his Fiancé, Samantha Ramos, two children, Jasmine and Antonio Boyce, his mother, Darleen Boyce, two sisters, Amanda Stearns and Rachel Stearns, his brother, Adam...
Rotterdam - David A. Boyce, 36, of Rotterdam, died on Monday, November 1, 2021.
David was employed for many years as an Auto Body Technician most recently with Caliber Collision in...
David Kaczkowski Altamont
Altamont - David S. Kaczkowski, 71, of Altamont, died on Monday, October 25, 2021 at Albany Medical Center Hospital following a tragic accident.
David was born in Susquehanna, PA, the son of the late Barney and Helen Domblewski Kaczkowski.
Following his graduation from UMass Lowell with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, David worked for 10 years at General Electric, installing gas turbines around the world. In early 1980 he opened Kacz’s Auto Salvage in...
Altamont - David S. Kaczkowski, 71, of Altamont, died on Monday, October 25, 2021 at Albany Medical Center Hospital following a tragic accident.
David was born in Susquehanna, PA, the son of the...
Joseph Marro Schenectady
Schenectady - Joseph “Joe” M. Marro, 68, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 23rd, 2021 surrounded by his family.
Born in Schenectady, NY, he is the son of the late Frank J. Marro and Virginia Suriano Marro.
Joe graduated from Linton High School in the class of 1971. He would then go on to work as a payroll officer for the City of Schenectady until his retirement. He ran the Boulevard Juniors Bowling Program for over 20 years, and was a member of the Schenectady...
Schenectady - Joseph “Joe” M. Marro, 68, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 23rd, 2021 surrounded by his family.
Born in Schenectady, NY, he is the son of the late...
Joyce Filkins Round Lake
Round Lake- Joyce A. Filkins, 77, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 22, 2021. Born in Albany, NY, she is the daughter of the late Robert Mercier and Sally Galizia Mercier. She was happily married to Robert Filkins for 42 years.
After High School, Joyce became a bus driver for the Shenendehowa Central School District where she would work for 32 years before her retirement. She loved the outdoors, especially camping with her family. She enjoyed Bingo, going to the casino, and...
Round Lake- Joyce A. Filkins, 77, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 22, 2021. Born in Albany, NY, she is the daughter of the late Robert Mercier and Sally Galizia Mercier. She was happily...
Rosemarie Perkett Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Rosemarie D. Perkett, 61, passed away Thursday October 21, 2021.
Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of Vincenzo and Elizabeth Polsinelli.
Showing care and compassion was how Rosemarie lived her life and her being outgoing reflected her spiritual nature. She will be remembered for her love of family especially her grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband, Robin and their two children, Jason (Kayla) Perkett and Angela (Jordan) Howard.
Her eight...
Rotterdam – Rosemarie D. Perkett, 61, passed away Thursday October 21, 2021.
Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of Vincenzo and Elizabeth Polsinelli.
Showing care and...
Joan Olshefsky Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Joan (Kusek) Olshefsky, 81, passed away at home on Monday October 18, 2021 from complications with crippling arthritis and COVID long haul symptoms.
Joan was born and raised in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Anthony and Sophia Dlubac Kusek.
She attended Draper High School and graduated in 1957. She went on to work for the New York State Department of Civil Service as an Executive Secretary. Joan married her husband Frank in 1963 and in 1976 they moved to their homestead...
Rotterdam - Joan (Kusek) Olshefsky, 81, passed away at home on Monday October 18, 2021 from complications with crippling arthritis and COVID long haul symptoms.
Joan was born and raised in...
Christine Parisi Rotterdam
Rotterdam- Christine M. Parisi, 58, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 14, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born in Schenectady, NY, she is the daughter of Vincent J. Ruzzo and the late AnnMarie C. Ruzzo (DiLorenzo).
Christine graduated from Linton High School in the class of 1980, and she graduated from The College of Saint Rose in the class of 1985, with a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education. She was employed at Congregation Agudat...
Rotterdam- Christine M. Parisi, 58, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 14, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born in Schenectady, NY, she is the daughter of...
Anthony Teta Schenectady
Schenectady – Anthony P. Teta, 88, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday October 12, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Schenectady on May 2, 1933 he was the son of Anthony and Louise (Iacovitti) Teta. Following his 1951 graduation from Mt. Pleasant High School, Tony enlisted in the United States Navy. As a quartermaster, he served on the USS Allen M. Sumner (DD692) which allowed him to travel the world and cross the equator two times. With an honorable...
Schenectady – Anthony P. Teta, 88, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday October 12, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Schenectady on May 2, 1933 he was the son of Anthony...
Valentine Miller Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Valentine ( Charlie ) Miller was born Nov 1, 1926 in Rotterdam, NY, to Eva (Miller) Siatkowski & George Miller. He passed away peacefully on January 14th, 2021 in Saratoga Springs, NY due to COVID-19 related complications, at the age of 94.
Charlie came from a large family of 8 children, being raised on a farm off of Mariaville Road. Charlie was a very hard worker at an early age, delivering animal feed for Tanner Feed Store in Rotterdam while still in middle...
Rotterdam - Valentine ( Charlie ) Miller was born Nov 1, 1926 in Rotterdam, NY, to Eva (Miller) Siatkowski & George Miller. He passed away peacefully on January 14th, 2021 in Saratoga...
Michael Burtt Schenectady
Schenectady - Michael Edmund Burtt, age 34, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly, on Monday October 11, 2021.
Michael was a loving son, father, brother, husband nephew and cousin. Michael always brought joy and laughter when he entered a room. He had an amazing sense of humor.
Michael enjoyed the outdoors. He loved camping, fishing and snowboarding. He also enjoyed spending time with his family.
He will be missed by many.
Michael is survived by his loving parents, PeggySue and John...
Schenectady - Michael Edmund Burtt, age 34, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly, on Monday October 11, 2021.
Michael was a loving son, father, brother, husband nephew and cousin. Michael...
Joseph Demkowski Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Joseph J. Demkowski, 45, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 8th, 2021.
He is survived by his father, John W. Demkowski, brother, Paul Demkowski (Madeline) and nephew, Crew Demkowski.
He was predeceased by his mother, Carolyn E. Demkowski.
A graveside service will be held privately at the convenience of the family at St. Adalbert’s Cemetery in Rotterdam.
Rotterdam – Joseph J. Demkowski, 45, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 8th, 2021.
He is survived by his father, John W. Demkowski, brother, Paul Demkowski (Madeline) and nephew,...
Bernadine DeMatteo Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Bernadine M. DeMatteo, 88, passed away at home on Sunday October 3, 2021.
Born in Schenectady on May 14, 1933, she was the daughter of Nickolas and Mary (DeMarco) Mauro. Bernadine was a 1952 graduate of the former Mt. Pleasant High School. She married her husband, John P. DeMatteo, on January 29, 1955. Bernadine was a lifelong communicant of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. She will be forever remembered for her love of her family. She enjoyed playing bingo and...
Rotterdam – Bernadine M. DeMatteo, 88, passed away at home on Sunday October 3, 2021.
Born in Schenectady on May 14, 1933, she was the daughter of Nickolas and Mary (DeMarco) Mauro....
John Kost Jr. Schenectady
Schenectady - John Kost Jr., 61, passed away at Albany Medical Center on Sunday, October 3rd, 2021.
John was born in Schenectady to his parents, Ann Catrambone Kost and the late John Kost Sr.
He graduated from Mont Pleasant High School, SCCC and earned his bachelor's degree from the College of St. Rose.
For over 30 years, John worked at the General Electric Co.
After retirement, John traveled around the country in his motorhome watching all the auto races that he so loved.
He is...
Schenectady - John Kost Jr., 61, passed away at Albany Medical Center on Sunday, October 3rd, 2021.
John was born in Schenectady to his parents, Ann Catrambone Kost and the late John Kost Sr.
He...
Jason Bolton Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Jason P. Bolton, 43, passed away suddenly on Saturday, October 2, 2021.
Born in Niskayuna, he was the son of the late Michael K. Bolton and Dawn M. (Barnes) Bolton.
An amazing chef, Jay loved to cook. His other passions were roller coasters and going to concerts, especially Phish. Above all else was his love for his girls.
He leaves behind his wife, Lindsey and two daughters, Lily & Izabella.
He is also survived by his three brothers, Michael (Deborah) Bolton,...
Rotterdam – Jason P. Bolton, 43, passed away suddenly on Saturday, October 2, 2021.
Born in Niskayuna, he was the son of the late Michael K. Bolton and Dawn M. (Barnes) Bolton.
An amazing...
Sally Greenwood Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Sally A. Greenwood, 88, died at her home on Friday, October 1, 2021 with her beloved son, Bob, her daughter-in-law, Kathy, and her dedicated aide and friend, Candida, at her side.
Sally was the daughter of Carl Duesler and Martha W. Duesler, and lived in the Schenectady area all of her adult life. She graduated from Mont Pleasant High School and was married to Donald Robert “Bob” Parks, with whom she had four children, Kathleen, Robert, Colleen and Daniel, until his...
Rotterdam - Sally A. Greenwood, 88, died at her home on Friday, October 1, 2021 with her beloved son, Bob, her daughter-in-law, Kathy, and her dedicated aide and friend, Candida, at her side....
Frances Saburro Schenectady
Schenectady – Frances Saburro, 98, formerly of Webster St., died peacefully on Thursday, September 30, 2021.
Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of Luigi and Concetta DiManno. Frances graduated from Nott Terrace High School. After raising her family, she pursued her career in secretarial work. She retired from the Schenectady City School District after 25 years of service. She and her husband, Michael, were married for over 65 years prior to his passing in 2008.
Frances was a...
Schenectady – Frances Saburro, 98, formerly of Webster St., died peacefully on Thursday, September 30, 2021.
Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of Luigi and Concetta DiManno. Frances...
William Mahar Jr. Albany
Valatie- William F. Mahar Jr., 84, of Valatie, died peacefully on September 24, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospital with his loving family at his side. Born in Albany on July 6, 1937, William (Bill) was the son of the late William F. Mahar Sr. and Alice (Gorham) Mahar. Bill leaves behind his devoted wife, Huili Mahar and is survived by his loving children, Teri Gallucci (Glenn) of Rotterdam, Darcee Pantaz (Alex) of Brunswick, Maine and Mark Mahar (Cindy) of Texas. He is also...
Valatie- William F. Mahar Jr., 84, of Valatie, died peacefully on September 24, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospital with his loving family at his side. Born in Albany on July 6, 1937, William...
Gary Pavlic Troy
Troy - Gary L. Pavlic died unexpectedly at Albany Medical Center on September 22, 2021.
He was the cherished and devoted son of the late Stanley and Julia DeCata Pavlic.
Gary graduated from Duanesburg Central HS and earned a BS in Human Development from Empire State College. He was an accomplished public servant who held positions with the NYS AIDS Institute and the NYS Department of Health.
Gary loved the City of Troy where he was a resident for over 30 years. He was an activist who...
Troy - Gary L. Pavlic died unexpectedly at Albany Medical Center on September 22, 2021.
He was the cherished and devoted son of the late Stanley and Julia DeCata Pavlic.
Gary graduated from...
Lou-Ann Mugits Duanesburg
Duanesburg – Lou-Ann Mugits, 67, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday September 22, 2021 after a long battle with cancer.
Born in Schenectady, Lou-Ann was a 1973 graduate of Schalmont High School. After retiring from G.E. Lou-Ann went on to work with special needs children at the New Meadow pre-school in Scotia. She will be remembered for her love of the Beatles, her dogs, casinos and going to motorcycle races with her family.
She is survived by high school sweetheart and...
Duanesburg – Lou-Ann Mugits, 67, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday September 22, 2021 after a long battle with cancer.
Born in Schenectady, Lou-Ann was a 1973 graduate of...
William Ziobrowski Ballston Lake
Ballston Lake – William “Bill” Ziobrowski, 77, passed away peacefully at home with his family at his side on Monday, September 20th, 2021.
Bill was born in Schenectady and grew up in Rotterdam. He was the son of the late Ernest Ziobrowski and Genevieve Tooley Ziobrowski.
A graduate of Notre Dame-Bishop Gibbons High School, Bill went on to honorably serve his country in the US Army.
He worked at General Electric, before becoming a firefighter for the City of Schenectady,...
Ballston Lake – William “Bill” Ziobrowski, 77, passed away peacefully at home with his family at his side on Monday, September 20th, 2021.
Bill was born in Schenectady and grew...
Joan Bluhm Schenectady
Schenectady - Joan W. Bluhm, 94, of Schenectady, passed on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at Eddy Village Green in Cohoes.
Joan was born on December 16, 1926, in Brooklyn, NY, the second child of the late Julius Wiedenhoft and Winifred Casey Wiedenhoft. She graduated from the Long Island College Hospital as a Registered Nurse. Joan also attended St. John’s University and Russell Sage College.
In the 1950’s, Joan worked as an RN at the Veterans Administration Hospital in...
Schenectady - Joan W. Bluhm, 94, of Schenectady, passed on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at Eddy Village Green in Cohoes.
Joan was born on December 16, 1926, in Brooklyn, NY, the second...
Peter Maioriello Albany
Albany - Peter David Maioriello, 53, of Albany, died September 18, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospital after having a heart attack while playing golf at Capital Hills Golf Course with his longtime friends. He had just finished his best front 9-hole score, playing with those he loved.
Born in Schenectady, Peter graduated from Guilderland High School in 1986 and attended SUNY Potsdam. He was employed as a Senior Analyst with KLDiscovery. Peter loved playing golf and trivia with his...
Albany - Peter David Maioriello, 53, of Albany, died September 18, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospital after having a heart attack while playing golf at Capital Hills Golf Course with his longtime...
Ann Alfieri Schenectady
Schenectady – Ann Diodati Alfieri passed away on Friday September 17, 2021 at the Ellis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center at the age of 100.
Ann was born in Ballston Spa, NY on May 21, 1921 to Emidio and Lina Diodati.
On September 19, 1944 Ann married Frank “Bangy” Alfieri who preceded her in death on June 9, 2014.
In 1961 Ann and Frank opened the Campus Cleaners on Nott St. in Schenectady which they owned and operated for 22 years until their retirement in 1983. She was...
Schenectady – Ann Diodati Alfieri passed away on Friday September 17, 2021 at the Ellis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center at the age of 100.
Ann was born in Ballston Spa, NY on May 21, 1921...
Filomena Viscusi Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Filomena "Filly" Viscusi, 90, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, September 12th, 2021. She was born in Squille, Italy (a hamlet of Caserta) on March 5th, 1931 to her parents, the late Gennaro Sgueglia and Giachelina Gallo Sgueglia. Filomena married her husband, Carlo Viscusi on February 28th, 1957 and immigrated to the United States in 1958.
She was a full-time homemaker who loved to cook and bake for her family and friends. Everyone was welcome at her home...
Rotterdam - Filomena "Filly" Viscusi, 90, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, September 12th, 2021. She was born in Squille, Italy (a hamlet of Caserta) on March 5th, 1931 to...
John "Jack" Houck Rotterdam
Rotterdam- John “Jack” Houck, 71, son of William and Grace Houck, passed away on September 11, 2021 surrounded by his family. Born in Niskayuna, NY on July 31, 1950, Jack grew up on Ballston Lake. After High School, Jack would go on to enlist in the U.S. Navy where he served honorably in Vietnam.
He enjoyed playing softball and was a member of several different leagues over the years. Jack was an avid fan of the NY Yankees and San Francisco 49ers.
Owning a camp at Alpine Lake...
Rotterdam- John “Jack” Houck, 71, son of William and Grace Houck, passed away on September 11, 2021 surrounded by his family. Born in Niskayuna, NY on July 31, 1950, Jack grew up on...
Charles Carroll Sr. Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Charles M. Carroll Sr., 96, passed away at Ellis Hospital on Thursday, September 9th, 2021.
Charles was born in Marietta, PA in 1924 and was the son of the late Joseph E. Carroll and Agnes Kearney Carroll.
After graduation from Marietta High School, Charles enlisted in the US Army Air Force.
He honorably served his country in the Pacific Theater during World War II.
Upon his discharge, he went on to graduate from Millersville State Teachers College of...
Rotterdam – Charles M. Carroll Sr., 96, passed away at Ellis Hospital on Thursday, September 9th, 2021.
Charles was born in Marietta, PA in 1924 and was the son of the late Joseph E....
Jean Manocchi Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Jean F. Manocchi, 77, passed away Tuesday September 7, 2021 at the Glendale Nursing Home.
Born in the Bronx, she was the daughter of Carmelo and Palma Giunta. Jean graduated from St. Helena’s Business School and later moved to Schenectady with her husband in 1968. She worked for several local school districts as an administrative clerk before retiring from Mohonasen Central School district.
Jean is survived by her husband Ronald of 54 years,
two sons Richard J....
Rotterdam – Jean F. Manocchi, 77, passed away Tuesday September 7, 2021 at the Glendale Nursing Home.
Born in the Bronx, she was the daughter of Carmelo and Palma Giunta. Jean graduated...
Nicholas DeSimone Schenectady
Schenectady - Nicholas D. DeSimone, 87, a resident of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at Ellis Hospital.
He was born on December 17, 1933 in Schenectady and was the son of the late Dominick and Carrie (August) DeSimone.
Nicholas was a 1952 graduate of the former Draper High School. Following his graduation he went on to serve in the United States Air Force from 1953-1957. He was honorably discharged with the rank of Staff Sgt.
Following his...
Schenectady - Nicholas D. DeSimone, 87, a resident of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at Ellis Hospital.
He was born on December 17, 1933 in Schenectady and was...
Joseph Helstowski Niskayuna
Niskayuna – Joseph E Helstowski, 71, passed away Monday, August 30th, 2021 after a long illness surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Schenectady Joe was the son of the late Mildred (Miner) and Anthony Helstowski.
Joe was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School, and earned an Associates Degree in Business from Schenectady County Community College. Retired from New York Department of Transportation, and owned and operated several bars and businesses over the course of...
Niskayuna – Joseph E Helstowski, 71, passed away Monday, August 30th, 2021 after a long illness surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Schenectady Joe was the son of the late...
Henry Polgreen Schenectady
Schenectady – Henry W. Polgreen passed away at home on Monday, September 6th, 2021 just a few days shy of his 80th birthday.
Henry was born in Albany to his parents, the late Waldron Polgreen and Frances Dorn Polgreen.
He grew up in Esperance, graduating from Schoharie High School and SUNY Cobleskill.
Henry served in the Army National Guard in 1964 during the Vietnam War and in the reserves from 1965-1972.
For 32 years, Henry worked at the General Electric Company, retiring...
Schenectady – Henry W. Polgreen passed away at home on Monday, September 6th, 2021 just a few days shy of his 80th birthday.
Henry was born in Albany to his parents, the late Waldron...
Rebecca Cirasuolo Schenectady
Schenectady - On Tuesday, August 31, 2021, Rebecca D. Cirasuolo of Schenectady died peacefully at her home, she was 37.
Rebecca was born in New Hartford NY. She graduated from Schenectady High School in 2002. Rebecca had a passion for music and singing. She also enjoyed line dancing and doing puzzles.
She is survived by Fiancé Darrin Bradley, two sons; Cylas and Elyas, her parents, Donna & Richard Anderson, Clayton & Dale Wiater, three sisters; Stacie (Adam) Wozniak, Shawna...
Schenectady - On Tuesday, August 31, 2021, Rebecca D. Cirasuolo of Schenectady died peacefully at her home, she was 37.
Rebecca was born in New Hartford NY. She graduated from Schenectady High...
Francis Leffingwell Schenectady
Schenectady- Francis L. Leffingwell, 92, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. Born in Schenectady, NY, he was the son of the late Clayton and Loretta (Richardson) Leffingwell. He is married to Lucille (Fredericks) Leffingwell for 70 years.
Francis joined the United States Army in 1954, where he served his country honorably.
He enjoyed golfing, watching old movies and the Boston Red Sox, although he had been caught watching the Yankees recently.
He is survived by his brother, Robert...
Schenectady- Francis L. Leffingwell, 92, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. Born in Schenectady, NY, he was the son of the late Clayton and Loretta (Richardson) Leffingwell. He is married to...
Diane Sardynski Dattorre Rotterdam
Rotterdam - On Monday, August 30, 2021, Diane M. Sardynski Dattorre, passed peacefully at Evergreen Commons in East Greenbush.
Diane was born in Niskayuna and graduated from Mohonasen High School in 1974. She received her associates degree from HVCC and was employed for over 30 yrs with the New York State Dept. of Health, most recently as a supervisor with the WIC program.
Diane loved to bake, and for a short time operated a small sweet’s business out of her home. Her love of baking...
Rotterdam - On Monday, August 30, 2021, Diane M. Sardynski Dattorre, passed peacefully at Evergreen Commons in East Greenbush.
Diane was born in Niskayuna and graduated from Mohonasen High School...
Shirley Baier Rotterdam
Schenectady- On August 30, 2021 Shirley (Przekop) Baier, 84 of Rotterdam passed away peacefully into the hands of the Lord after a long and courageous battle. She was a life-long resident of the Schenectady area attending St Mary's Catholic School and graduated from Mont Pleasant H.S. Class of 1955. Soon after she joined the workforce first with NY Telephone Co., later with General Electric as a secretary, and various other companies in Rotterdam while she raised her...
Schenectady- On August 30, 2021 Shirley (Przekop) Baier, 84 of Rotterdam passed away peacefully into the hands of the Lord after a long and courageous battle. She was a life-long...
Rosalia Capodicasa Rotterdam
Rosalia Stipani Capodicasa, 91, passed peacefully on August 27, 2021 at Hospice of the Valley in Suprise, Arizona.
Born in Sambucetto, Teatino, Italy , Rosalia was the daughter of the late Michael and Anna Stipani. She immigrated to the United States in 1971.
Rosalia worked as a seamstress for 20 years with the Bellrod Co. in Schenectady. She enjoyed making and designing clothing for her children and neighbors and was a longtime, faithful member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmen Church....
Rosalia Stipani Capodicasa, 91, passed peacefully on August 27, 2021 at Hospice of the Valley in Suprise, Arizona.
Born in Sambucetto, Teatino, Italy , Rosalia was the daughter of the late...
Kathleen Lozoff Guilderland
Guilderland- Kathleen M. Lozoff, 81, formerly of Morningside Dr., passed away Tuesday August 24th at Albany Medical Center.
Born in Albany, she was the daughter of Floyd and Ruth LeClaire. Kathleen served our country in the United States Air Force from 1957-1960. Kathleen worked for the State of New York for 20 years before retiring as a Real Property Examiner/Appraiser for the Stratton Air Force Base in Glenville. Kathleen attended both St. Madeleine Sophie Church in Guilderland and...
Guilderland- Kathleen M. Lozoff, 81, formerly of Morningside Dr., passed away Tuesday August 24th at Albany Medical Center.
Born in Albany, she was the daughter of Floyd and Ruth LeClaire....
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