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Duanesburg - Loreta Sacchi, 97, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 14th, 2019.
Loreta Sacchi was dearly loved by her family and her husband who accompanied her as she entered into everlasting life.
Loreta was born in Arpino, Italy, to her parents Francesco and Benedetta (Ciccarelli) Mancini.
Throughout her life she had many jobs including working at the Newberry Knitting Company, cooking in several local restaurants and lastly working at Silverhaven Nursing...
Duanesburg - Loreta Sacchi, 97, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 14th, 2019.
Loreta Sacchi was dearly loved by her family and her husband who accompanied her as she entered into...
Schenectady - Emma E. Rea, 91, passed peacefully at her home on Sunday, January 13, 2019.
Emma was born in Schenectady and graduated from Nott Terrace High School. She was employed as a secretary with General Electric for 15 years. Emma was a past member of St. Anthony’s Church and the former Church of the Immaculate Conception in Schenectady.
Emma enjoyed her family, family outings, being outside, gardening, feeding birds and squirrels in her backyard, reading, television, knitting...
Schenectady - Emma E. Rea, 91, passed peacefully at her home on Sunday, January 13, 2019.
Emma was born in Schenectady and graduated from Nott Terrace High School. She was employed as a secretary...
Albany - Elizabeth “Liz” Singleman, 95, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2019 at Evergreen Commons Nursing Home in East Greenbush, NY.
Born in Brooklyn, NY on Sept. 7, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Herbert Young and Maria Storer. Liz was an athlete in her youth with a special love and skill for basketball. Liz worked as a switchboard operator for Standard Furniture and Killip Laundry and Dry Cleaning for many years. She...
Albany - Elizabeth “Liz” Singleman, 95, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2019 at Evergreen Commons Nursing Home in East Greenbush,...
Thomas M. Heath “Tommy”, 62, passed away peacefully on Friday January 11, 2019. Born in Troy, NY to Thomas F. Heath and Patricia Heath, Schisler. He was married to Joyce Brush Heath.
He spent his entire life in the Capital region. He graduated with the class of 1974 from Mohonasen High School. He spent many years working in building maintenance. Recently over the past several years, he worked with the Schoharie Central School District as a bus driver.
He was a proud...
Thomas M. Heath “Tommy”, 62, passed away peacefully on Friday January 11, 2019. Born in Troy, NY to Thomas F. Heath and Patricia Heath, Schisler. He was married to Joyce Brush...
Glenville - Irma Rea (Pat) Foss passed away peacefully on January 13th, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Deview, Arkansas in 1924, Pat graduated from Cottonplant High School and moved to Texas where she met and married Clifford Foss in 1948.
They lived in various cities both in the United States and Europe while Clifford was in the Air Force, eventually settling in Rotterdam in 1953.
Pat was an avid gardener, loved to travel and for many years enjoyed camping...
Glenville - Irma Rea (Pat) Foss passed away peacefully on January 13th, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Deview, Arkansas in 1924, Pat graduated from Cottonplant High School and...
Mary Galarneau Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Mary V. Galarneau, 76, passed away Saturday January 5, 2019 after an extended illness.
Born in Albany, Mary was the daughter of the late Herman and Irene Robbie Marshburn.
A graduate of Albany High School, Mary worked for the State of New York and retired in 1996. She was a member of the Rotterdam Home Bureau and the Ladies of the Rotterdam Elks. Mary enjoyed needlework as well as camping, traveling and cruising.
Her husband, Lionel (Lee) Galarneau, whom she married on...
Rotterdam – Mary V. Galarneau, 76, passed away Saturday January 5, 2019 after an extended illness.
Born in Albany, Mary was the daughter of the late Herman and Irene Robbie Marshburn.
A...
Susan Hillier Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Susan N. Hillier, 76, passed away at Ellis Hospital on Sunday January 6, 2019.
Born in Albany she was the daughter of the late Edward and Rhoda Hunter Nicklas.
Susan began working for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation before beginning her career with the United States Postal Service. She retired in 2003 as the Post Mistress in Rotterdam Junction.
Her husband, David Lynn Hillier, passed away August 28, 2018. Susan is survived by her children;...
Rotterdam – Susan N. Hillier, 76, passed away at Ellis Hospital on Sunday January 6, 2019.
Born in Albany she was the daughter of the late Edward and Rhoda Hunter Nicklas.
Susan began...
Judith Yuille Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Judith A. Yuille, 81, passed away on Friday December 21, 2018 surrounded by her loving daughters. She was born in Schenectady and was the daughter of Albert and Edna Maynard Villano. Judy was a graduate of Draper High School in 1955 and worked for many years at the General Electric Co. in Schenectady before retiring.
Her loving husband, James D. Yuille, passed away in 2003. Along with her parents and husband she was predeceased by her son,...
Rotterdam – Judith A. Yuille, 81, passed away on Friday December 21, 2018 surrounded by her loving daughters. She was born in Schenectady and was the daughter of Albert and Edna...
Albert Dominelli Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Albert J. Dominelli, 94, passed away at Ellis Hospital with his family by his side on Saturday, January 5th, 2019.
Albert was born in Schenectady to the late Anthony and Helen (Izykowski) Dominelli.
He was a graduate of Draper High School and Albany Business College, and honorably served his country in the US Navy during World War II.
For 35 years, Al worked as a cost accountant at the General Electric Co.
Al was an avid poker player and horse racing enthusiast and...
Rotterdam – Albert J. Dominelli, 94, passed away at Ellis Hospital with his family by his side on Saturday, January 5th, 2019.
Albert was born in Schenectady to the late Anthony and Helen...
Dorothy Oppelt Carlisle
Cobleskill- Dorothy DeSantis Oppelt, 91, at rest on Sunday December 23, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.
Dorothy was born in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine (DeGennaro) DeSantis. Dorothy attended Mont Pleasant High School. She was employed for thirty years as a Matron at the Schenectady County Courthouse.
Dorothy was the beloved mother of Harold...
Cobleskill- Dorothy DeSantis Oppelt, 91, at rest on Sunday December 23, 2018 surrounded by her loving...
Eleanor Rejack of Schenectady, NY, passed away peacefully at Ellis Hospital on December 25, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 13, 1930 to the late Frank Brua and Amelia DeSorbo. A graduate of Nott Terrace High School, she was employed by Schatz Stationary for over 30 years. Eleanor was a devoted parishioner of St. Luke’s Church and, in recent years, an enthusiastic participant of activities at the Niskayuna Senior Center.
In addition to her parents, she was...
Eleanor Rejack of Schenectady, NY, passed away peacefully at Ellis Hospital on December 25, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 13, 1930 to the late Frank Brua and Amelia...
Joseph M. Fiano, 82, of Rotterdam, died peacefully on Friday, December 14, 2018.
Born in Schenectady, Joseph was the son of the late Theodore and Antoinette DiPietro Fiano.
He was a graduate of Draper High School and received his Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Albany Business College. Joe was employed as a Director with the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance in Albany and retired with 35 years of service.
He enjoyed hunting and fishing, camping in the...
Joseph M. Fiano, 82, of Rotterdam, died peacefully on Friday, December 14, 2018.
Born in Schenectady, Joseph was the son of the late Theodore and Antoinette DiPietro Fiano.
He was a...
Angela DeAngelo Guilderland
Guilderland – Angela Lorraine (DeMarco) DeAngelo, 80, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Monday, December 17th, 2018.
Angela was born in Schenectady, to her parents, the late John J. DeMarco and Adelina (Masseli) DeMarco.
She was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School where she was Vice President of her senior class, a varsity majorette, member of the Future Teacher’s of America, Girl’s Athletic Club and a cadet teacher. Angela was remembered by classmates...
Guilderland – Angela Lorraine (DeMarco) DeAngelo, 80, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Monday, December 17th, 2018.
Angela was born in Schenectady, to her parents, the late...
Frank Seypura Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Frank Seypura, 89, passed away at home on Thursday, December 20th, 2018.
Born in Schenectady, Frank was the son of the late Joseph and Anne (Tandy) Seypura.
He graduated in 1947 from Mont Pleasant High School and later served his country in the US Army from 1950 to 1952 during the Korean Conflict.
Frank worked in many capacities at the General Electric Co. for 42 years including radar, fluidics and NDT.
An avid outdoorsman, Frank enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping,...
Rotterdam – Frank Seypura, 89, passed away at home on Thursday, December 20th, 2018.
Born in Schenectady, Frank was the son of the late Joseph and Anne (Tandy) Seypura.
He graduated in...
Mary R. Edwards, 94 years worth of wisdom, fun and love, passed away at home on December 14, 2018. Born in Northampton, MA , Mary was the daughter of the late Robert and Mary Adams Ford.
Mary was a loving, joyful, kind, thoughtful, hardworking, generous, strong lady. Her smile was made of sunshine and her heart full of gold. What gave her the most joy was being with family and friends.
Mary was an amazing bowler and a proud participant and member of the Press Bowling...
Mary R. Edwards, 94 years worth of wisdom, fun and love, passed away at home on December 14, 2018. Born in Northampton, MA , Mary was the daughter of the late Robert and Mary Adams...
Margaret Dickey Glenville
Glenville – Margaret “Peggy” A. Dickey, 83, passed away at home on Tuesday December 18, 2018.
Born in Schenectady she was the daughter of Edwin and Olive Zukowski Niedhammer.
Peggy graduated from Draper High School and was a lifelong Schenectady area resident. She was a collector for Ellis Hospital retiring in 1998.
Peggy loved her family and friends deeply and will be greatly missed.
She is survived by 2 daughters; Elizabeth Sweet of Scotia and Karen (Bryan) Kopa...
Glenville – Margaret “Peggy” A. Dickey, 83, passed away at home on Tuesday December 18, 2018.
Born in Schenectady she was the daughter of Edwin and Olive Zukowski Niedhammer....
John Huber Rotterdam
Rotterdam - John H. Huber was taken much too early on Thursday, December 6th, 2018. He had much more to do and accomplish at the age of 64.
John loved his family beyond words: his wife, Linda, whom he would do anything for, his sons, Ryan and Shawn, whom he was so proud of and loved to help in any task and his grandkids, Riley and Autumn, whom he adored and made laugh constantly.
John was a remarkable man filled with joy and happiness that he spread through all his actions, from climbing a...
Rotterdam - John H. Huber was taken much too early on Thursday, December 6th, 2018. He had much more to do and accomplish at the age of 64.
John loved his family beyond words: his wife, Linda,...
Antoinette "Arlene" Connell Schenectady
Schenectady – Antoinette “Arlene” (Adams) Connell, 76, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 9th, 2018 at Ellis Hospital.
Arlene was born in Rotterdam, NY to her parents, the late Michael and Victoria (Pasquariello) Adams.
She was a graduate of Schalmont High School.
On July 8th, 1962 she married her husband, David D. Connell III, with whom she owned Dom Gallo Florist with for many years.
Arlene enjoyed the floral business; she was President of the Teleflora...
Schenectady – Antoinette “Arlene” (Adams) Connell, 76, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 9th, 2018 at Ellis Hospital.
Arlene was born in Rotterdam, NY to her parents,...
Patricia Ferraioli Pattersonville/Saratoga Springs
Patricia “Pat” Ferraioli, 62, of Pattersonville and Saratoga Springs, passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
Pat graduated Guilderland High School in 1974 and was the first high school student to run for school board. After working at a bank, and the Price Chopper Corporation, she took courses in sign language and speech pathology, switching to science and math education, until she discovered a passion for political science. She graduated magna cum laude from SUNYA in 1981 and...
Patricia “Pat” Ferraioli, 62, of Pattersonville and Saratoga Springs, passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
Pat graduated Guilderland High School in 1974 and was the first high...
Denise E. Sankowski, 67, of Glenville, passed peacefully on Monday, November 26, 2018 surrounded by loving family.
Born in Niskayuna, Denise was the daughter of the late Charles and Janet Johnson Smith. She graduated from Linton High School and was a member of the first graduating class at SCCC . She went on to receive her degree in Education from SUNY Plattsburgh. Denise loved teaching and worked for 33 years as a teacher at the Joseph Henry Elementary School in Galway, retiring in...
Denise E. Sankowski, 67, of Glenville, passed peacefully on Monday, November 26, 2018 surrounded by loving family.
Born in Niskayuna, Denise was the daughter of the late Charles and Janet Johnson...
Loretta Griesemer Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Loretta Jean (Mauceri) Griesemer of Rotterdam passed away peacefully at home on Saturday December 1, 2018.
Loretta was born May 8, 1933 and raised in Schenectady and attended Nott Terrace High School. On February 1, 1953 she married Herman (Mickey) Griesemer and together they raised four children. In Loretta’s early years she worked in the medical field at Ellis Hospital and later became a full time homemaker, enjoying caring for her home and family. Some of her...
Rotterdam – Loretta Jean (Mauceri) Griesemer of Rotterdam passed away peacefully at home on Saturday December 1, 2018.
Loretta was born May 8, 1933 and raised in Schenectady and attended...
Dennis J. Enright, 63, of Worcester, NY, formerly of Schenectady, died at home Sunday, November 18, 2018.
Born in Amsterdam, NY, Dennis was the son of the late Basil and Mercedes Atala Enright.
He graduated from Schalmont High School in 1973 and later attended Herkimer County Community College and SUNY Geneseo, where received his Bachelor’s degree in communications and also served as the news editor of The Lamron, the school paper at Geneseo. Dennis was employed as a sales...
Dennis J. Enright, 63, of Worcester, NY, formerly of Schenectady, died at home Sunday, November 18, 2018.
Born in Amsterdam, NY, Dennis was the son of the late Basil and Mercedes Atala...
Biagio Renzi Schenectady
Schenectady - Biagio Renzi, 82, passed peacefully into eternal rest on November 28th, 2018 stricken by a brief and sudden illness, surrounded by family and loved ones.
Born on November 29th, 1935 in Melizzano, Italy to Alessandro and Anna Renzi, Biagio immigrated to Switzerland at 17 years of age seeking employment and a better life. Establishing himself in Bassersdorf, Biagio found the opportunity he sought working for Piatti Construction; initially as a laborer and eventually a...
Schenectady - Biagio Renzi, 82, passed peacefully into eternal rest on November 28th, 2018 stricken by a brief and sudden illness, surrounded by family and loved ones.
Born on November 29th, 1935...
Phillip C. Greenwood, Jr., 74, died at Ellis Hospital on Tuesday, November 27, 2018.
Phil was the son of the late Phillip C. Greenwood, Sr. and Elizabeth Greenwood, and was a lifelong resident of Schenectady.
A graduate of Mont Pleasant High School, Phil served honorably in the United States Air Force. Formerly employed by General Electric Company as a millwright, he and his wife, Sally, owned and operated Sycamore Greens Golf Course in Princetown for many years. He was an avid...
Phillip C. Greenwood, Jr., 74, died at Ellis Hospital on Tuesday, November 27, 2018.
Phil was the son of the late Phillip C. Greenwood, Sr. and Elizabeth Greenwood, and was a lifelong...
Marilyn Cser Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Marilyn Cser, 90, entered into the arms of the Lord with her family by her side on Monday, November 26th, 2018.
Marilyn was born in Whitesville, NY on May 13th, 1928. She graduated from Nott Terrace High School and immediately started her working career. Marilyn retired from Ellis Hospital as a Medical Secretary in 1992 following 25 years of service.
After her retirement she continued to work part time for Schenectady Radiologists, PC for several years.
Marilyn most...
Rotterdam – Marilyn Cser, 90, entered into the arms of the Lord with her family by her side on Monday, November 26th, 2018.
Marilyn was born in Whitesville, NY on May 13th, 1928. She...
Elizabeth Staroba Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Elizabeth “Betty” Staroba, 92, passed away on Sunday, November 18th, 2018.
Betty was born in Voorheesville to her parents, the late Harry and Michaelina (Kulpa) Tymchyn. Betty and her 8 siblings grew up on The Farm and she continued to enjoy the large family gatherings there into adulthood. Educated in a one room school house, Betty went on to work briefly for Niagara Mohawk as a secretary before becoming a full time homemaker, raising her 2 daughters and...
Rotterdam – Elizabeth “Betty” Staroba, 92, passed away on Sunday, November 18th, 2018.
Betty was born in Voorheesville to her parents, the late Harry and Michaelina (Kulpa)...
Ernest W. “Ernie” Fountain, 75, of Schenectady, died November 17, 2018 at St. Peter’s Hospital.
Ernie was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School and was employed as a head custodian for the Niskayuna School District for 34 years. He was a life member and past chief of the Stanford Heights Vol. Fire Dept. where he served for 45 years. Ernie loved attending antique car shows and was the proud owner of a 1960 Ford T-Bird. He did everything for everybody, and...
Ernest W. “Ernie” Fountain, 75, of Schenectady, died November 17, 2018 at St. Peter’s Hospital.
Ernie was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School and was employed as a head...
Daniel Thomas Jr. Duanesburg
Duanesburg – Daniel C. Thomas Jr., 75, passed away suddenly at home on Monday November 19, 2018.
Born in Schenectady he was the son of Daniel C. Thomas Sr. and Edna Mae (O’Gorman) Thomas. A 1961 graduate of Guilderland Central High School Dan attended Mohawk College and then went on to receive his Bachelors and Masters degrees from SUNY Albany in 1966. He began teaching in the Guilderland High School History Department in 1966 while also coaching Lacrosse and Football. While...
Duanesburg – Daniel C. Thomas Jr., 75, passed away suddenly at home on Monday November 19, 2018.
Born in Schenectady he was the son of Daniel C. Thomas Sr. and Edna Mae (O’Gorman)...
Timothy Higgins Sr. Princetown
Princetown – Timothy M. Higgins, Sr, 69, of Princetown, NY passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 23, 2018 at Ellis Hospital.
Born in Schenectady on March 5, 1949, he was the eldest son of Charles B. and Charlotte Higgins. He was a 1967 graduate of Draper High School. For many years he worked as a laborer for Local 157, later becoming the President and Fund Manager of the local until his retirement in 2005.
The most important thing to Tim was his family. He...
Princetown – Timothy M. Higgins, Sr, 69, of Princetown, NY passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 23, 2018 at Ellis Hospital.
Born in Schenectady on March 5, 1949, he was the eldest...
Esteban "Steve" Turiel passed away on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. Steve was born on September 24 1925 to the late Tomas Turiel and Maria Carmen Casas.
On November 13, 1943, at the age of 18, Steve dropped out of High School and joined the Seabees. After five months of training spent in Williamsburg, Virginia; he was shipped to the south Pacific. He served in Hawaii, the Philippines, Japan, and Panama. He received the Victory Medal, American Theater Medal, Asiatic Pacific...
Esteban "Steve" Turiel passed away on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. Steve was born on September 24 1925 to the late Tomas Turiel and Maria Carmen Casas.
On November 13, 1943, at the...
Randy Schauman Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Randy T. Schauman, 60, passed away after a short but valiant battle with cancer at his home on Saturday, November 10th, 2018.
Randy was born in Rochester, to his parents Elizabeth (Riffe) Schauman and the late Walter Schauman II.
A graduate of Spencerport High School, Randy later served his country in the United States Navy.
He worked for over 20 years in Rochester at Eastman Kodak. He then worked for 6 years as a winder at the General Electric Co. in Schenectady and was...
Rotterdam – Randy T. Schauman, 60, passed away after a short but valiant battle with cancer at his home on Saturday, November 10th, 2018.
Randy was born in Rochester, to his parents...
Roland Supley Schenectady
Schenectady - Roland J. (Rollie) Supley, 84, was born February 6, 1934 in Schenectady to Prosper and Cynthia Supley.
He graduated from Nott Terrace High School in 1953, “Hot Rod Roland” was known for his dimples, blue eyes and artistic talents. In his early years he worked for State Theatre and DeMarco’s Pizza.
He was an Airmen First Class in the Air Force 38th Air Division.
He retired from Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory in 1993 as Union Leader of the IUE AFL-CIO,...
Schenectady - Roland J. (Rollie) Supley, 84, was born February 6, 1934 in Schenectady to Prosper and Cynthia Supley.
He graduated from Nott Terrace High School in 1953, “Hot Rod...
Matthew Macejka III Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Matthew J. Macejka III, 76, passed away on Friday, November 9th, 2018 at Ellis Hospital.
A lifelong area resident, Matthew was born in Niskayuna to his parents, the late Matthew Macejka II and Violet (Capobianco) Macejka.
Matthew was a graduate of Mohonasen High School and honorably served his county in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. Afterward, he worked as an electrician for his family’s business and later for the Town of Rotterdam Department of Public...
Rotterdam – Matthew J. Macejka III, 76, passed away on Friday, November 9th, 2018 at Ellis Hospital.
A lifelong area resident, Matthew was born in Niskayuna to his parents, the late Matthew...
James Barlow Schenectady
Schenectady – James (Jimmie) A. Barlow, 88, passed on to eternal life Tuesday November 13, 2018 at home. Born Jan. 4, 1930 in Schenectady NY the son of Samuel Barlow and Angelena King Barlow. Jim (Jimmie) was predeceased by his parents, brother Albert Barlow, his wife Doris Evelyn Comstock Barlow and a fiancé Margaret (Peggy) Zyskowski.
Jim is survived by his wife Barbara Roberts Barlow, his daughter Karen (Kat) DeRose, a grandson Matthew Tyler DeRose of Mechanicville, his...
Schenectady – James (Jimmie) A. Barlow, 88, passed on to eternal life Tuesday November 13, 2018 at home. Born Jan. 4, 1930 in Schenectady NY the son of Samuel Barlow and Angelena King...
GUILDERLAND - Robert Edgar Tallman, 79, was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, papa and friend. He passed away peacefully at his home on November 7, 2018.
Born at home in Rotterdam, NY, on September 1, 1939, to the late Edgar & Roberta (Cook) Tallman, he grew up and was educated there. Bob then served in the U.S. Air Force from 1957-1961 and was stationed at Loring Air Force Base near Limestone, Maine. While in the service he met the love of his life,...
GUILDERLAND - Robert Edgar Tallman, 79, was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, papa and friend. He passed away peacefully at his home on November 7, 2018.
Born at...
Mary Virginia Buonanno, 94, passed away at her home on Sunday, November 4, 2018.
Born in Elmira, NY, she was the daughter of the late Ulisse and Victoria Oddi Spaziani. She graduated from Elmira Free Academy and in her younger years she worked at her families’ restaurants The Palm’s and Lib’s Supper Club. After she married, she moved to Schenectady. Mary was a hard worker
and worked at her sister’s and later nephews’ Italian restaurant, Canali’s,...
Mary Virginia Buonanno, 94, passed away at her home on Sunday, November 4, 2018.
Born in Elmira, NY, she was the daughter of the late Ulisse and Victoria Oddi Spaziani. She graduated from Elmira...
Rotterdam – Ruth Ann Clapper, 66, passed away on Monday, November 5th, 2018 at the St. Peter’s Hospice Inn.
Ruth was born in Schenectady to the late Lawrence and Elaine (Hall) Gravell.
She graduated from Mont Pleasant High School and worked for many years as a school bus driver, most recently for the Guilderland Central Schools, retiring in June of 2016.
Ruth was a feisty and generous soul, always helping anyone in need. She loved the simple things in life, from enjoying her...
Rotterdam – Ruth Ann Clapper, 66, passed away on Monday, November 5th, 2018 at the St. Peter’s Hospice Inn.
Ruth was born in Schenectady to the late Lawrence and Elaine (Hall)...
Joseph Simone Guilderland
Guilderland – Joseph A. “Butch” Simone, 73, passed away suddenly on Tuesday October 30, 2018 at St. Peter’s Hospital with his loving family at his side.
Born on December 31, 1944 in Niskayuna, NY he was the loving son of the late Anthony (Tony) Simone Sr. and Gladys Livingston Simone.
He was the devoted and loving husband of Joan Chiera Simone who he married on August 30, 1975.
Butch has been a Guilderland resident most of his life and formerly resided in...
Guilderland – Joseph A. “Butch” Simone, 73, passed away suddenly on Tuesday October 30, 2018 at St. Peter’s Hospital with his loving family at his side.
Born on December...
Frank Gillick Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Frank J. Gillick, 69, passed away on Monday, October 29th, 2018, after a courageous 5-year battle with Lewy Body Dementia.
Frank was born in the Bronx to his parents, the late Matthew and Mary (D’Aloia) Gillick.
He graduated from Duanesburg High School, received his Bachelor’s Degree from Rider University in New Jersey, and then earned his Master’s Degree in Public Administration from SUNY Albany.
After earning his Master’s Degree, Frank worked at...
Rotterdam – Frank J. Gillick, 69, passed away on Monday, October 29th, 2018, after a courageous 5-year battle with Lewy Body Dementia.
Frank was born in the Bronx to his parents, the late...
Thomas Myers Guilderland
Thomas P. Myers, 82, of Guilderland, NY died peacefully at Ellis Hospital on Monday, November 5, 2018.
Tom was born and educated in the Albany area and served in the United States Navy from 1955-1959. He was a member of Sheet Metal Workers Union Local #83 until his retirement in 1996. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and bird watcher who greatly enjoyed the outdoors. He loved gardening, cooking, and football on Sundays. He was devoted to his six grandchildren and cherished time...
Thomas P. Myers, 82, of Guilderland, NY died peacefully at Ellis Hospital on Monday, November 5, 2018.
Tom was born and educated in the Albany area and served in the United States Navy...
John Spezzaferro Rotterdam
John S. Spezzaferro passed away suddenly at home on October 28, 2018. John was born on May 23, 1975 to Massimo and Linda Spezzaferro. He graduated from Mohonasen High School in Rotterdam NY. He earned his bachelor’s degree in English from Siena, followed by a master’s degree in Education from Union College.
For more than 15 years, John taught English at Schenectady High School. He was active in the teachers’ union as a building representative and a delegate to statewide...
John S. Spezzaferro passed away suddenly at home on October 28, 2018. John was born on May 23, 1975 to Massimo and Linda Spezzaferro. He graduated from Mohonasen High School in Rotterdam NY. He...
Rotterdam - Shirley Marie Slingerland, 60, died peacefully October 28th, 2018, at Albany Medical Center after a courageous battle with cancer.
Shirley was a graduate of Linton High School class of 1975 and was employed by Mohonasen School District for 20 years and retired in 2010. Shirley was actively involved with the Albany Schenectady Harley Owners Group and was a member of many organizations helping those in need. Shirley loved her time with her children, and when she wasn’t with...
Rotterdam - Shirley Marie Slingerland, 60, died peacefully October 28th, 2018, at Albany Medical Center after a courageous battle with cancer.
Shirley was a graduate of Linton High School class...
Schenectady – Doris V. Paolelli, 88, died on Monday, October 29th, 2018 at Baptist Health Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Calling hours are Thursday from 11am-12pm at DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home, Rotterdam. Funeral services will begin at 12pm. Interment will be at Evergreen Memorial Park.
Schenectady – Doris V. Paolelli, 88, died on Monday, October 29th, 2018 at Baptist Health Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Calling hours are Thursday from 11am-12pm at DeMarco-Stone...
Guilderland - Marguerite H. Marsh passed peacefully at home October 23 with her loving family at her side. Marguerite was born October 26, 1928 in Oneonta, NY. She was the daughter of Andre’ and Marcelle Wathier. She attended St. Mary’s school and Oneonta High School. She graduated from the College of St. Rose School of Nursing in 1948 and married James P. Marsh on June 17, 1950.
Marguerite and Jim moved to Rotterdam in 1957, where Marguerite worked as a substitute school...
Guilderland - Marguerite H. Marsh passed peacefully at home October 23 with her loving family at her side. Marguerite was born October 26, 1928 in Oneonta, NY. She was the daughter of Andre’...
Craig Aldi Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Craig W. Aldi, 75, passed away suddenly on Wednesday October 24, 2018.
Born in Elizabethtown, NY he was the son of the late Dominic & Ida Alice (Nicholas) Aldi.
A lifelong resident of Rotterdam, Craig was a graduate of Schalmont High School & SUNY Canton. Craig worked for Iron workers Local 12 for 20 years and then retired in 1986 from Mohonasen Central School District as supervisor of Building & Grounds.
He was a life member of Pine Grove Volunteer Fire...
Rotterdam – Craig W. Aldi, 75, passed away suddenly on Wednesday October 24, 2018.
Born in Elizabethtown, NY he was the son of the late Dominic & Ida Alice (Nicholas) Aldi.
A lifelong...
Diane Kruger Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Diane (Farina) Kruger, age 61, passed away on Monday, October 22,2018 surrounded by her loving family at Ellis Hospital.
Diane was born in Niskayuna, the daughter of the late Charles and Dorothy (Dagostino) Farina.
A lifelong area resident, Diane worked for the US Postal Service first as a rural carrier and later as a supervisor at the Glenville and Niskayuna post offices. Most recently Diane worked as a security monitor at Schalmont High School.
Diane...
Rotterdam – Diane (Farina) Kruger, age 61, passed away on Monday, October 22,2018 surrounded by her loving family at Ellis Hospital.
Diane was born in Niskayuna, the daughter of...
Armando Cianfarani Rotterdam
Rotterdam – Armando Cianfarani, 77, passed away on Monday, October 22nd, 2018 surrounded by his family at Ellis Hospital.
Born in Sora, (FR), Italy, Armando was the son of the late Vincenzo and Santa (Perruzza) Cianfarani.
Armando was the founder of Armando and Sons General Welding Co. in Schenectady, where he worked with his sons and could be found talking politics around the shop. He loved his business and making his iron railings.
Armando was an avid sports fan, especially Roma...
Rotterdam – Armando Cianfarani, 77, passed away on Monday, October 22nd, 2018 surrounded by his family at Ellis Hospital.
Born in Sora, (FR), Italy, Armando was the son of the late Vincenzo...
Joseph Laczo Rotterdam
Rotterdam - Joseph K. Laczo died peacefully in the early morning hours of September 30th, at the age of 54. He is being remembered as a "handyman" and "tinkerer," capable of building or fixing almost anything he set his mind to. Joseph had a career spanning over 30 years working for the Galesi Group, where he began as a junior officer. Well respected in his time there, he was considered a hard-working and consummate professional by all those who encountered...
Rotterdam - Joseph K. Laczo died peacefully in the early morning hours of September 30th, at the age of 54. He is being remembered as a "handyman" and "tinkerer," capable...
Carolyn E. Demkowski, 74, of Rotterdam, passed peacefully at home on Saturday, October 20, 2018.
Carolyn was born in Cohoes, NY, the daughter of the late France and Rose Erno. She was employed with the NYS Dept. of Transportation for many years and later as a secretary/receptionist in the office of Dr. Stewart Altmayer for 14 years.
In addition to her parents, Carolyn was also predeceased by her brother Dennis Erno.
She is survived by her husband of 48 years, John W. Demkowski and two...
Carolyn E. Demkowski, 74, of Rotterdam, passed peacefully at home on Saturday, October 20, 2018.
Carolyn was born in Cohoes, NY, the daughter of the late France and Rose Erno. She was employed...
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