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James Groncki Pattersonville
Pattersonville – James T. Groncki, age 72, of Pattersonville, NY passed away on May 18, 2020 due to contracting Covid-19.
Jim was a jack of all trades as an accomplished welder, tattoo artist, race car driver, small business owner, humanitarian and lifelong learner. He had a passion for art, reading, philosophical conversations and enjoying all life had to offer. He will be severely missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his two sons, Matthew (Shanon) Groncki and...
Pattersonville – James T. Groncki, age 72, of Pattersonville, NY passed away on May 18, 2020 due to contracting Covid-19.
Jim was a jack of all trades as an accomplished welder, tattoo...
Denise Larrabee Rotterdam
Schenectady — Denise Marcel (Dean) Larrabee passed away peacefully at home on Monday, May 25, 2020, ending her courageous battle with cancer at the age of 69. She was born on September 7, 1950 in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
An Army brat, she spent a good portion of her childhood on domestic and international military bases in New Jersey, Turkey and Germany. She graduated from Linton High School in 1969 and worked throughout her career in retail at Filene’s Basement and, most recently,...
Schenectady — Denise Marcel (Dean) Larrabee passed away peacefully at home on Monday, May 25, 2020, ending her courageous battle with cancer at the age of 69. She was born on September 7,...
H. Richard Trawick Rotterdam
It is with profound sadness that the family of H. Richard (Dick) Trawick, announces his passing after a short illness on May 23, 2020 a t home surrounded by his loving and devoted family. Dick was 69.
Born in Schenectady, NY to Haywood and Helen (Kanetzky) Trawick, he was predeceased by his sisters Carol Moister, Mary Corp, and Nancy Trawick. He is survived by his adoring sister Emily Maynard (Donn); the love of his life- his wife Sandra (Curtis) Trawick of 47 years; daughter Erin...
It is with profound sadness that the family of H. Richard (Dick) Trawick, announces his passing after a short illness on May 23, 2020 a t home surrounded by his loving and devoted family. Dick was...
James Van Oort Princetown
Princetown – At rest, James P. Van Oort, age 57, passed away on May 23, 2020 at his home.
Born on June 20, 1962 in Niskayuna to John P. and Sandra M. Brannigan Van Oort. Jim attended Schalmont Central Schools graduating in 1980. He then attended Albany Business College graduating in June 1984. Jim then spent 30 plus years working for Hamilton News in various capacities.
He was predeceased by his younger brother, David Van Oort.
He is survived by his parents John & Sandra Van...
Princetown – At rest, James P. Van Oort, age 57, passed away on May 23, 2020 at his home.
Born on June 20, 1962 in Niskayuna to John P. and Sandra M. Brannigan Van Oort. Jim attended...
Alicia Galea Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Alicia Galea, 55, passed away suddenly on Monday, May 18, 2020.
Born in Albany, NY, Alicia was the beloved child of Joseph and Sylvia Galea of Princetown, NY.
Alicia was a graduate of Schalmont High School and attended Spencer Business Institute. After graduating, Alicia worked for several years in the field of electronics, which was an ongoing passion of hers throughout her life. More recently, Alicia both volunteered and worked as an activities assistant at several senior...
Rotterdam - Alicia Galea, 55, passed away suddenly on Monday, May 18, 2020.
Born in Albany, NY, Alicia was the beloved child of Joseph and Sylvia Galea of Princetown, NY.
Alicia was a graduate...
Jeffrey Van Patten Guilderland
Van Patten, Jeffery Dean “Jeff”, Guilderland, NY.
Jeffrey Van Patten of Guilderland, NY passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 18, 2020.
He was born on February 4, 1951 in Albany, NY and was the son of the late Emerson and Elizabeth M. Van Patten. Jeffrey was raised in Guilderland, NY and was a graduate of Guilderland Central High School, class of 1969.
It was in 1972 when Jeff met Jill A. Moriarty walking her rabbit on a leash down Route 20 and...
Van Patten, Jeffery Dean “Jeff”, Guilderland, NY.
Jeffrey Van Patten of Guilderland, NY passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 18, 2020.
He was born on February 4, 1951 in...
Dr. Martha Soler Diorio passed away peacefully in her home on May 16, 2020 at the age of 101.
She was born in Puerto Rico on April 9, 1919 to Victoriano Soler and Emilia Soler Favale.
Martha graduated from the University of Puerto Rico, followed by the University of Maryland Medical School, where she met her husband, the late Dr. John Diorio.
Upon graduation, Martha completed her internship at St. Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury, CT., followed by a junior residency at Bellevue...
Dr. Martha Soler Diorio passed away peacefully in her home on May 16, 2020 at the age of 101.
She was born in Puerto Rico on April 9, 1919 to Victoriano Soler and Emilia Soler Favale....
Joseph Bellantoni Rotterdam
Rotterdam- Joseph Frank Bellantoni passed away peacefully in Rotterdam, New York on March 20, 2020 at the age of 84. He was born in Greenwich, Connecticut on December 11, 1935 to Anthony Bellantoni and Julia Mazza Bellantoni. He grew up in the working-class area of Greenwich with his parents and sister, Nancy.
Joseph attended Davis and Elkins College in West Virginia, soon to find his way into the dairy industry. He utilized his science background and innate skills which he learned from his...
Rotterdam- Joseph Frank Bellantoni passed away peacefully in Rotterdam, New York on March 20, 2020 at the age of 84. He was born in Greenwich, Connecticut on December 11, 1935 to Anthony...
David "Dave" Barrell Albany
Albany- David “Dave” C. Barrell, 70, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2020. He was born in Reading, PA to the late David Baer Barrell and Doris Irene Wurst Barrell. He was married to Dale (Bielecki) Barrell. They were happily together for 35 years.
Immediately after high school, Dave volunteered in 1967 to serve in the United States Air Force. He dutifully served his country in the Vietnam War from June 1968 to June 1969. After being honorably discharged in 1971, he worked as a...
Albany- David “Dave” C. Barrell, 70, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2020. He was born in Reading, PA to the late David Baer Barrell and Doris Irene Wurst Barrell. He was married to...
Louise Favata Cocoa, FL
Cocoa, FL – Louise J. Favata, 75, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at Rockledge Regional Medical Center in Florida after a long illness.
Louise was born on May 28, 1944 in Schenectady, NY and was the daughter of John and Viola DiCaprio. She graduated from Linton High School in 1963. Louise worked in the cosmetology field for many years.
Louise was married to Robert V. Favata, the love of her life, on February 16, 1964 for 49 ½ years...
Cocoa, FL – Louise J. Favata, 75, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at Rockledge Regional Medical Center in Florida after a long illness.
Louise was...
Kathryn Matteo Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Kathryn A. Matteo, 67, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 12th, 2020.
A lifelong area resident, Kathy was born in Schenectady to her parents, John Bevington and the late Allie Peuschel Bevington.
Kathy was a graduate of Draper High School and went on to work for New York State and for the Town of Rotterdam in the tax receivers office, retiring in 2012.
Kathy loved her family with all her heart and was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed crossword...
Rotterdam – Kathryn A. Matteo, 67, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 12th, 2020.
A lifelong area resident, Kathy was born in Schenectady to her parents, John Bevington and the late...
Albert Gallo Glenville
Glenville – Albert R. Gallo, 62, passed away after a short illness on Monday, May 11th, 2020.
A lifelong area resident, Al was born in Schenectady to his parents- the late Albert and Beverly (Linton) Gallo.
Al was a simple and straightforward man who loved his family. He was a talented stone mason and was considered a master of his craft.
In his spare time Al loved trout fishing in local creeks, especially the Kayaderosseras Creek. He also enjoyed his fish in his aquarium at home...
Glenville – Albert R. Gallo, 62, passed away after a short illness on Monday, May 11th, 2020.
A lifelong area resident, Al was born in Schenectady to his parents- the late Albert and...
Joseph Amorosi Schenectady
Schenectady- Joseph E. Amorosi, 93, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2020 after a short illness. He was born to the late Antonio Amorosi and Pasqualina Amorosi Rossetti. He was happily married to Lucy Torosian Amorosi for 64 wonderful years.
After High School, Joseph would join the United States Army where he would serve his country honorably and faithfully in Germany for 4 years. He then worked as a transportation supervisor for the Schalmont School District where he would...
Schenectady- Joseph E. Amorosi, 93, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2020 after a short illness. He was born to the late Antonio Amorosi and Pasqualina Amorosi Rossetti. He was happily married...
Michael Hennet Guilderland
Michael R. Hennet, 67 of Guilderland, passed peacefully at his home on Monday May 11, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Albany, Michael graduated from Guilderland High School in 1970 and then went on to attended HVCC.
At the age of 10, he began working at the family business, Robinson & Hennet Hardware. In his mid 20’s Michael took the Lead Sales position with Douglas Industrial, a fastener supplier in Watervliet. He then went on to expand his enthusiasm for...
Michael R. Hennet, 67 of Guilderland, passed peacefully at his home on Monday May 11, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Albany, Michael graduated from Guilderland High School in 1970...
Arlene Parisi Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Arlene D. Parisi, 83, of Rotterdam, NY, passed peacefully at home on May 10th, Mother’s Day, after a long illness.
Born in Schenectady, Arlene was a lifelong Rotterdam resident. She was the daughter of the late Americo and Betty Ferrante. She was a graduate of Draper High School where she graduated 3rd in her class. Arlene married her high school sweetheart, John Parisi, in 1955. She worked as an executive secretary at GE until she became a mother in 1959....
Rotterdam - Arlene D. Parisi, 83, of Rotterdam, NY, passed peacefully at home on May 10th, Mother’s Day, after a long illness.
Born in Schenectady, Arlene was a lifelong Rotterdam...
Michelle Massaro Niskayuna
Niskayuna - Michelle M. Massaro (née Miller), 66, of Niskayuna passed unexpectedly on May 9, 2020. Born on June 11, 1953 in Watertown, NY, Michelle spoke fondly of her time at Holy Family and IHC ’71. She also lovingly remembered her years as a Respiratory Therapist at the House of the Good Samaritan Hospital before devoting her time to raising her four children. After the family relocated to Niskayuna, Michelle began a career of over twenty years with J.C.Penney in Clifton...
Niskayuna - Michelle M. Massaro (née Miller), 66, of Niskayuna passed unexpectedly on May 9, 2020. Born on June 11, 1953 in Watertown, NY, Michelle spoke fondly of her time at Holy Family...
Laura Della Porta Rotterdam
Rotterdam- Laura Zarrelli Della Porta, 85, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Melizzano, Italy to the late Nicola and Filomena Mezza Zarrelli. She was married to Giuseppe Della Porta for 40 wonderful years.
When Laura was 23, she had the opportunity to come to America. Her plan was to come so that she could send money to help her family. Her dream was to make enough money so that she could return to Italy and buy an olive grove. She...
Rotterdam- Laura Zarrelli Della Porta, 85, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Melizzano, Italy to the late Nicola and Filomena Mezza Zarrelli....
Joycelyne Adams Guilderland
Joycelyne Ruth Adams, 90, of Guilderland, NY, formerly from Rotterdam, NY, passed peacefully at home on Thursday, May 7th, 2020 surrounded by her loving children.
Joy was born in Marks Tey, Essex, England and emigrated to the US to marry Lester V Adams Jr in 1947. They shared 52 wonderful years together.
Joy was predeceased by her husband Lester V Jr, and sons Paul R & Lester V III. She is survived by...
Joycelyne Ruth Adams, 90, of Guilderland, NY, formerly from Rotterdam, NY, passed peacefully at home on Thursday, May 7th, 2020 surrounded by her loving children.
Joy...
Josephine Sifo Rotterdam
Josephine Ann Vergine Sifo, 91, passed peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2020 at her home in Rotterdam with her loving family by her side.
Born in Schenectady, Josephine was the daughter of the late James and Maryann Antonelli Vergine. Josephine was a very active member of St. Paul the Apostle Church and its Rosary Society for over 70 years. She was an avid reader and traveled extensively. Josephine also was a very creative person; she had a gift for floral arrangements and...
Josephine Ann Vergine Sifo, 91, passed peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2020 at her home in Rotterdam with her loving family by her side.
Born in Schenectady, Josephine was the daughter of the late...
Schenectady - Patricia M. Riley passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord on Friday May 1, 2020, she was 89.
Pat worked for many years as a Distribution Clerk for General Electric in Waterford, NY.
She was the loving daughter of the late Elmer and Florence Deneher Riley and sister of Joseph Riley.
Pat is survived by her nephew, Greg Riley of New Mexico and niece Kelly Riley of Florida, her cousin Jane Deneher of Amsterdam and long time friend, Joyce Brua of Rotterdam.
Funeral services...
Schenectady - Patricia M. Riley passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord on Friday May 1, 2020, she was 89.
Pat worked for many years as a Distribution Clerk for General Electric in Waterford,...
Rotterdam - Nancy C. Fleming, 79, passed away April 29, 2020 at home surrounded by her loving family after a short battle with cancer.
She was the devoted and loving wife of David C. Fleming for 46 years prior to his passing in 2010. Proud mother of Diana Moldoff (Allan) of Nassau, NY, Doris Munro (Michael) of Rexford, NY, and Donna Haughey (David) of Burnt Hills, NY. Loving grandmother (“Grammie”) of Kyle and Shannon Moldoff, Hannah, Ryan and Duncan Munro, and...
Rotterdam - Nancy C. Fleming, 79, passed away April 29, 2020 at home surrounded by her loving family after a short battle with cancer.
She was the devoted and loving wife of...
Schenectady – Marie A. Vaitulis passed away on Tuesday, April 28th, 2020 at the age of 78.
Marie was born in South Troy, NY to her parents, the late John and Martha (Gunther) Gillick.
Marie was a 1959 graduate of Catholic Central High School and a 1961 graduate of Albany Business College.
She worked at the Watervliet Arsenal as a secretary, retiring in 1987.
Marie met her husband, Vetto, at the Arsenal and they were married on September 5th, 1970.
In Marie’s spare time she...
Schenectady – Marie A. Vaitulis passed away on Tuesday, April 28th, 2020 at the age of 78.
Marie was born in South Troy, NY to her parents, the late John and Martha (Gunther)...
Cecilia Santuccione Rotterdam
Rotterdam – On Monday April 27, 2020, the Lord came to claim another angel, Cecilia Santuccione at the age of 81.
A loving wife, sister, mother and grandmother. Cecilia was born in Teramo, Italy in 1939 to Santo and Giovanna DiStefano. In 1964, she met her soul mate, Remo, in Germany, where they married nine months later. In 1968, after giving birth to two sons, Cecilia came to the United States with her new family, parents and sister, in search of a better life.
Cecilia was always...
Rotterdam – On Monday April 27, 2020, the Lord came to claim another angel, Cecilia Santuccione at the age of 81.
A loving wife, sister, mother and grandmother. Cecilia was born in Teramo,...
Alfred Tierney Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Alfred Emanuel Tierney passed away on Sunday, April 26th, 2020 at the age of 91.
Al was born in Schenectady to his parents, the late Thomas H. Tierney II and Asuncion (Maceda) Tierney.
A lifelong area resident, Al worked for many years at the General Electric Company, retiring in 1989.
In his younger years, Al excelled at bowling, and was in several area leagues with his twin brother, Thomas. On one occasion, Al bowled a lousy game and proceeded to throw his bowling ball...
Rotterdam – Alfred Emanuel Tierney passed away on Sunday, April 26th, 2020 at the age of 91.
Al was born in Schenectady to his parents, the late Thomas H. Tierney II and Asuncion (Maceda)...
Blanche Phillips Albany
Albany - Blanche C. Phillips, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at the Teresian House Nursing Home in Albany.
Born in Cobleskill on June 29, 1928, Blanche was the daughter of the late Lester and Myra Jones. She graduated from Cobleskill High School and Green Mountain College. Blanche’s life work was doing for others. She always put service before self; imparting kindness, acceptance and...
Albany - Blanche C. Phillips, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at the Teresian House Nursing Home in Albany.
Born in...
William "Bill" Hiller Jr. Schenectady
Schenectady- William A. Hiller Jr. “Bill”, a long-time resident of Schenectady, NY, and beloved father of his five children, passed away on April 25, 2020 after a courageous struggle following a stroke. He was 82.
Bill was born in Schenectady in 1937. He graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in 1955. Upon graduation, Bill joined the General Electric Company Telecommunications and Information Processing Operations. He remained at the General Electric...
Schenectady- William A. Hiller Jr. “Bill”, a long-time resident of Schenectady, NY, and beloved father of his five children, passed away on April 25, 2020 after a courageous struggle...
Harvey Napier Rotterdam
Harvey S. Napier, 75, of Rotterdam, NY passed away Friday, April 24, 2020 after a brief battle with cancer.
Born June 20, 1944, Harvey "Skip" Napier was predeceased by his parents Harvey W. and Margaret (Vargo) Napier, his brother William "Bill" Napier and his niece and Goddaughter Cathy Pump.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years Rosemary (Spiridigloizzi), his beloved children Jennifer Napier Valvo (Michael), Victoria Napier, Brian Napier (Christina)...
Harvey S. Napier, 75, of Rotterdam, NY passed away Friday, April 24, 2020 after a brief battle with cancer.
Born June 20, 1944, Harvey "Skip" Napier was predeceased by his parents...
Mary Louise (Mary Lou) Massaroni, 87, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2020 with her loving family at her side.
Born in Schenectady, New York on June 26, 1932, Mary Lou was the daughter of the late Carmen Caprarulo and Mary Caprarulo Andreine. After graduating from Nott Terrace High School in 1950, Mary Lou married her husband of 63 years, Robert (Bob) Joseph Massaroni on May 18, 1952.
Mary Lou gained her lifelong strength and resilience as a young child when, at just five...
Mary Louise (Mary Lou) Massaroni, 87, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2020 with her loving family at her side.
Born in Schenectady, New York on June 26, 1932, Mary Lou was the daughter...
David Testa Schenectady
Schenectady - David John Testa, 71, passed away into the hands of the Lord Jesus on Monday, April 20, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital after a long illness.
He was born on August 12, 1948 at St. Clare's Hospital in Schenectady, NY and was the beloved son of the late John and Elena (Luciani) Testa.
David attended Bishop Gibbons High School and graduated from Mont Pleasant High School. He received an Associates Degree in electrical technology from Hudson Valley Community College in...
Schenectady - David John Testa, 71, passed away into the hands of the Lord Jesus on Monday, April 20, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital after a long illness.
He was born on August 12, 1948 at St....
Margaret Tricozzi Schenectady
Margaret M. Tricozzi, 89, of Schenectady, died on April 20, 2020, after a short illness.
Born in Schenectady, Peggy was one of nine children, born to the late Austin and Lucy McGuire. As a teenager, Peggy worked as a soda jerk on State Street in Schenectady. She attended Mont Pleasant High School, where she met her future husband. After graduating high school, she was hired by General Electric to work in building #31 as a telegraph operator and then a typist. In 1979, after raising her...
Margaret M. Tricozzi, 89, of Schenectady, died on April 20, 2020, after a short illness.
Born in Schenectady, Peggy was one of nine children, born to the late Austin and Lucy McGuire. As a...
Regina Steenburgh Guilderland
Guilderland- Regina Steenburgh passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, April 19, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in 1936 in Albany, NY to the late Joseph Cioppa and Dorina Cassiano Cioppa. She was married to the love of her life, the late Robert Steenburgh. They were happily married for 54 years.
Regina graduated from Albany High School before working with the Department of Health. After raising her loving daughters, she returned to work at the New York State...
Guilderland- Regina Steenburgh passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, April 19, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in 1936 in Albany, NY to the late Joseph Cioppa and Dorina...
Constance (Connie) Webster of Venice, Florida, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2020 at the age of 96.
Born in Schenectady, New York on June 1st, 1923, Connie was the eldest child of Italian immigrants, Nicholas Parisi and Maria Aversa Parisi (predeceased).
Connie was a devoted sister caring for her three fun-loving brothers: (all predeceased) Vincent Parisi, Joseph Parisi and her beloved youngest brother, John Parisi.
After graduating with honors from Mont Pleasant...
Constance (Connie) Webster of Venice, Florida, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2020 at the age of 96.
Born in Schenectady, New York on June 1st, 1923, Connie was the eldest child of Italian...
Mr. John W. Collins “Papa John”, 89, of Rotterdam, NY passed on into the loving arms of Jesus on Sunday April 19, 2020. Born on September 5, 1930, he was the son of the late Willard Collins and Ovretta (Schiller) Collins. A lifelong Schenectady resident, John began his career as a truck driver for Martini Oil. In 1951, John joined the Army and was deployed for two years in Germany during the Korean War. He was honorably discharged in 1953. John rejoined the workforce as a truck...
Mr. John W. Collins “Papa John”, 89, of Rotterdam, NY passed on into the loving arms of Jesus on Sunday April 19, 2020. Born on September 5, 1930, he was the son of the late Willard...
Amsterdam – April Lynn Allmon passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 18th, 2020 at the age of 39.
April was born in Oak Ridge, Tennesee, the daughter of Karen L. (Decker) Allmon and John R. Allmon Jr.
April was a graduate of Ballston Spa High School and attended Allegheny College.
She worked at St. Peter’s Hospital as an administrative assistant.
April loved sports and was a diehard Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins fan. She was also a gifted pool player. Due to...
Amsterdam – April Lynn Allmon passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 18th, 2020 at the age of 39.
April was born in Oak Ridge, Tennesee, the daughter of Karen L. (Decker) Allmon and...
Cosimo Lizzi Sr. Guilderland
Cosimo “Gus” Lizzi, 93, from Guilderland, NY, died at St. Peter’s Hospital, Hospice Inn in Albany, on April 18, 2020. He was born in Siderno, Italy on February 2, 1927. Gus married Jean (Furfaro) of Albany on November 21, 1948 and moved to Guilderland, where together, with his beloved wife, owned and operated Maplewood Farm from 1953 until they retired. The farm and his home were a place of gathering for all of his friends and family whom he generously stocked with all the...
Cosimo “Gus” Lizzi, 93, from Guilderland, NY, died at St. Peter’s Hospital, Hospice Inn in Albany, on April 18, 2020. He was born in Siderno, Italy on February 2, 1927. Gus...
Richard Kubes Rotterdam
Rotterdam- Richard Kubes of Rotterdam passed away at his home on Saturday, April 18, 2020. Born on January 13, 1931, he was the son of the late Helen and Gerald Kubes.
A 1919 graduate of Draper High School, he retired from the General Electric Company with 27 years of service. He was a member of the G.E. Quarter Century Club. He served honorably as a Marine Corps Veteran during the Korean War.
Survivors include his loving wife of 62 years Constance (Palmer) Kubes, his daughter Anissa...
Rotterdam- Richard Kubes of Rotterdam passed away at his home on Saturday, April 18, 2020. Born on January 13, 1931, he was the son of the late Helen and Gerald Kubes.
A 1919 graduate of Draper...
Steven Devernoe Schenectady
Schenectady – Steven Todd Devernoe, 52, passed away unexpectedly on Friday April 17, 2020 after being stricken at home.
Born in Niskayuna, Steve was a graduate of Schalmont High School. He received his Associates degree from SUNY Delhi and then received his Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering & Robotics from SUNY Rome/Utica.
Steve worked for several engineering firms which led to Integrated Liner Technologies in Rensselaer. He also...
Schenectady – Steven Todd Devernoe, 52, passed away unexpectedly on Friday April 17, 2020 after being stricken at home.
Born in Niskayuna, Steve was a graduate of Schalmont High School. He...
Donna Hankinson Vitelli Schenectady
Schenectady – Donna G. Hankinson Vitelli passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 16th, 2020 at the age of 66.
Donna was born in Schenectady to her parents, the late John and Ruth (Breckenridge) Hankinson.
She was a graduate of Duanesburg High School. For many years, Donna worked as a home health aide.
In Donna’s free time she enjoyed crafting, everything from stained glass to pottery, she could do it all. She was also an avid gardener. Above all things, Donna will be...
Schenectady – Donna G. Hankinson Vitelli passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 16th, 2020 at the age of 66.
Donna was born in Schenectady to her parents, the late John and Ruth...
Doris W. Conway, formerly of Fultonville, passed peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at Baptist Health, Nursing and Rehabilitation in Scotia, she was 88.
Born in Albany, Doris was the second of three daughters born to the late Charles and Julia Clark Davis Vosburg.
Doris was a Graduate of Roessleville High School. She was a homemaker, raising seven children.
In addition to her parents, Doris was also predeceased by her husband George Conway who died in 1971.
She is survived by...
Doris W. Conway, formerly of Fultonville, passed peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at Baptist Health, Nursing and Rehabilitation in Scotia, she was 88.
Born in Albany, Doris was the second...
Catherine D'Attilio Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Catherine D’Attilio entered into eternal life at her home on the morning of Friday, April 10th, 2020.
Catherine was born in Cortlandt Manor, NY in Westchester County and was the daughter of the late Henry Morley and Edna (Brown) Morley.
She was a lifelong Schenectady resident and a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church.
Catherine was predeceased in 2013 by her beloved husband of 50 years, Eugene D’Attilio. She was also predeceased by her siblings, Mary...
Rotterdam – Catherine D’Attilio entered into eternal life at her home on the morning of Friday, April 10th, 2020.
Catherine was born in Cortlandt Manor, NY in Westchester County and...
Anthony Troiano, 93, passed away on April 3, 2020 at the Schenectady Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation.
Born in Schenectady in 1926, Anthony was the son of the late Carlo and Theresa (Pitaccio) Troiano.
Anthony was a graduate of the former Mont Pleasant High School and served in the United States Coast Guard during WWII. He retired from the United States Postal Service in 1984. Anthony served as the past Commander of the Rotterdam DAV Post 88. He was a life...
Anthony Troiano, 93, passed away on April 3, 2020 at the Schenectady Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation.
Born in Schenectady in 1926, Anthony was the son of the late Carlo and Theresa...
George Devernoe Jr. Rotterdam
Rotterdam – George Sheldon “Shell” Devernoe Jr., 79, passed away at home on Tuesday morning March 31, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Troy he was the son of George S. Devernoe Sr. and G. Edna Schloupt Devernoe. A lifelong Rotterdam resident Shell graduated from Draper High School and went on to graduate from Union University-Albany College of Pharmacy in 1962 where he received his professional license in New York and Vermont. In 1970 he opened Shelburn...
Rotterdam – George Sheldon “Shell” Devernoe Jr., 79, passed away at home on Tuesday morning March 31, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Troy he was the son of George...
Pasquale Basilio Schenectady
Schenectady- Pasquale B. Basilio passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, March 31, 2020. He was born in Little Falls NY on November 17, 1927 to the late Antonio Basilio and Josephine Lamana. He was married to Mary Lupo. They were happily married for 65 years.
He attended Little Falls Grade School on Church Street and High School on Main Street. At 16 years old he worked in SAMS Services after school and during summer vacation. He graduated from High School...
Schenectady- Pasquale B. Basilio passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, March 31, 2020. He was born in Little Falls NY on November 17, 1927 to the late Antonio...
Schenectady – Joanne Ruscio, 84, passed away at her home on Saturday, March 28th, 2020.
Joanne was born and raised in Amsterdam, NY. She was the daughter of the late Margaret (Cenzano) and Carl Desimone.
Joanne married her high school sweetheart, Peter Ruscio, on May 23, 1954.
Joanne was a communicant of St. Luke’s Church in Schenectady.
The centers of Joanne’s world were her children, grandchildren and her dogs.
Besides her parents, Joanne was predeceased by her...
Schenectady – Joanne Ruscio, 84, passed away at her home on Saturday, March 28th, 2020.
Joanne was born and raised in Amsterdam, NY. She was the daughter of the late Margaret (Cenzano) and...
Schenectady- Pedro Arocho Jr., 81, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, March 27, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Puerto Rico to the late Pedro Arocho Sr. and Louisa Castro Arocho. He was married to Luz Maria Echevarria Arocho. They were happily married for 54 years.
He received his education in Puerto Rico before coming to the United States when he was 21 years old. He worked on a farm handling various vegetables. He would then work at Dewitt’s Restaurant on...
Schenectady- Pedro Arocho Jr., 81, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, March 27, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Puerto Rico to the late Pedro Arocho Sr. and Louisa...
Mary Jane Safford, 89, a lifelong Guilderland Center resident, passed peacefully on Thursday March 26, 2020 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center. Born at home in Guilderland Center, Mary Jane was the daughter of the late Richard and Margaret Moak Kay. She graduated from Vooreesville High School. A gifted seamstress, Mary Jane made custom Wedding Gowns for many years at her home. She also taught sewing at the adult Ed. Classes at Guilderland High School and for the Guilderland...
Mary Jane Safford, 89, a lifelong Guilderland Center resident, passed peacefully on Thursday March 26, 2020 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center. Born at home in Guilderland Center, Mary Jane...
Marcia Moody Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Marcia L. Moody, 87, passed away peacefully at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady on March 25th, 2020.
Marcia was born on October 9, 1932 and grew up in South Troy, NY. She was the daughter of the late Clarence and Viola Bott. She graduated from Troy High School and was a long time employee of the NYS Workers’ Compensation Board and a dedicated member of the Ladies of the Rotterdam Elks. For many years she spearheaded the LORE program to provide...
Rotterdam - Marcia L. Moody, 87, passed away peacefully at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady on March 25th, 2020.
Marcia was born on October 9, 1932 and grew up in South Troy, NY. She was...
Corinne VanOort Naples, FL
Naples, FL– Corinne Nina VanOort, 84, passed away on Monday, March 23rd, 2020 in Naples, FL.
Corinne is survived by her children, Douglas M. VanOort, Dawn Holley (Dave) and Deborah McGarry (Shaun) as well as eight grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Richard VanOort.
Corinne lived in Schenectady for eighty two years. She was an active member of Christ Church of the Hills, worked as a Librarian, and was involved in numerous civic activities. Her...
Naples, FL– Corinne Nina VanOort, 84, passed away on Monday, March 23rd, 2020 in Naples, FL.
Corinne is survived by her children, Douglas M. VanOort, Dawn Holley (Dave) and Deborah McGarry...
Thomas Provencher Stillwater
Thomas Edward Provencher was born on February 19, 1960 and passed away on March 18, 2020 after a brief and difficult battle with cancer.
Thom was loved fiercely and will be forever missed by his partner Tracey Murray, and children Shawn (Heather) Provencher, Amy (Phil) Provencher, Amanda (Dan) Reisman, and Genna (Joe) VanBlarcom. Thom found immense joy in his grandchildren Mackenzie and Logan Provencher, Anderson and Oliver Reisman, and Madison VanBlarcom. He...
Thomas Edward Provencher was born on February 19, 1960 and passed away on March 18, 2020 after a brief and difficult battle with cancer.
Thom was loved fiercely and will be forever missed...
Graham Lord Guilderland
Guilderland – Graham Frederick Lord, PE, 79, formerly of Williamsburg Dr., passed away Monday March 16, 2020 at Albany Medical Center.
Born April 24, 1940 in New Haven, CT, to Frederick and Charlotte Hopkins Lord, Graham was raised in Newtown, CT and lived in Guilderland from 1965-2018. A graduate of Newtown, CT High School, Graham received his Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from Lafayette College in Easton, PA.
He was a Licensed Professional Engineer with the New...
Guilderland – Graham Frederick Lord, PE, 79, formerly of Williamsburg Dr., passed away Monday March 16, 2020 at Albany Medical Center.
Born April 24, 1940 in New Haven, CT, to Frederick...
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