Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Rotterdam and Guilderland, NY
Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Rotterdam and Guilderland, NY area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.
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Josephine S (Kaczor) Wilson
Jul 31, 2017
Rotterdam – Josephine S. Wilson, 96, passed away Monday July 31, 2017 at Ellis Hospital. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of Joseph and Ann Kaczor and was a lifelong Rotterdam resident. Prior to her starting a family with her husband, Clayton, Josephine worked several years at the General Electric Co. She was a communicant of the Church of...
Vincent Salluzzo
Jul 31, 2017
Amsterdam – Vincent Salluzzo, 75, passed away on Monday, July 31st, 2017 at The Grand Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born in Gloversville, Vincent was the son of the late Gaetano and Rosalia (Ragusa) Salluzzo. Vincent loved horses, golf, the game of poker and a big cup of coffee. In his earlier years he was a football coach at Notre Dame-Bishop...
Philomena M (Carafano) Pacelli
Jul 29, 2017
Schenectady – Philomena M. Pacelli, 96, passed away on Saturday, July 29th, 2017 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Home. Born in Schenectady, Philomena was the daughter of the late Vincenzo and Carmela (Casale) Carafano. Philomena was predeceased by her dear husband, Angelo N. Pacelli and her 4 siblings, Michael and Charles Carafano, Rose Ferradino and Nancy Carafano. She leaves behind to...
Marilyn D (Miller) Case
Jul 29, 2017
Rotterdam – Marilyn Dolores Case, 86, passed away on Saturday, July 29th, 2017 at Ellis Hospital. A lifelong area resident, Marilyn was born in Schenectady. She was the daughter of the late Curtis and Lottie (Kliniecki) Miller. Marilyn enjoyed staying active, she would walk the mall almost daily, loved getting her hair done and chatting with friends and family and...
Isabella "Lisa" Canestraro
Jul 27, 2017
Rotterdam- Isabella “Lisa” Canestraro, 88, passed away at Ellis Hospital On July 27, 2017 after a brief illness. She was born in Italy on December 7, 1928 a daughter of the late Vincenzo and Vincenza Casinelli. She came to the United States in 1958. Her family lovingly remembers her as devoted wife mother and grandmother. She was an avid gardener...
Janice Ann Rey
Jul 26, 2017
Rotterdam – Janice Ann Rey, 76, formerly of Morning Glory Way passed away Wednesday July 26, 2017 at Glendale Nursing Home. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of John and Ann Sobieski Rey. Janice graduated from Mohonasen High School and then went to work for Blue Cross/Blue Shield. Janice retired in the early 1990’s from the New York State...
Thelma L Goode
Jul 24, 2017
Rotterdam- Thelma L. Goode, 93, formerly of St. Anna Drive, passed away peacefully at Capital Living after a brief illness. She was born in Rensselaer, NY on September 22, 1923 a daughter of the late Charles and Emma Mae Clifton Davis. She was married to her husband Joseph Goode for 51 years until his death on December 6, 1995. Thelma...
John A Nuzback
Jul 22, 2017
John A. Nuzback, 67, of Rotterdam, died peacefully on Saturday, July, 22, 2017 at Albany Medical CenterHospital. John was born and raised in Schenectady. After graduating from Mont Pleasant High School in 1968, John served honorably in the U.S. Navy and was discharged in 1971. Following his discharge, John was employed at Ellis Hospital and later with Schenectady and Mohawk...
Paul R Buzash
Jul 19, 2017
Rotterdam - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a dear father, brother and uncle. Paul passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 19th in Schenectady, NY after suffering a severe stroke. Paul is survived by his children, Frank, Samantha (Jeff Rolles), Elizabeth and their mother, Lynn Kovach. He is also survived by his sister, Keri and...
Alice Cipriano
Jul 16, 2017
Schenectady- Alice Cipriano, 89, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2017 surrounded by her beloved family. She was born in Schenectady on February 25, 1928, a daughter of the late John and Hedwig Schier. Alice was high school graduate of Nott Terrace High School. She married her beloved husband, Albert Cipriano in 1947. For many years, Alice and her husband...
Michael E Lavallee
Jul 16, 2017
Michael E. LaVallee Rotterdam Junction – Michael E. LaVallee also known as Mike, Dad, Papa and Mungie passed away on Sunday, July 16th, 2017. Born in Schenectady to Bertha and George LaVallee on August 13, 1955, he attended Schalmont High School and graduated in 1973 then joined the US Navy that same year. He spent 4 years active duty and...
Tracy Marie (Tanis) Church
Jul 12, 2017
Rotterdam – Tracy Marie Church, 54, passed away on Wednesday, July 12th, 2017 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Niskayuna, Tracy is the daughter of the late Raymond and Elaine (Stoll) Tanis. A lifelong area resident, Tracy was a graduate of Mohonasen High School. Most recently Tracy worked as a hostess at Armondo’s Villa Tuscan Grill....
Victor R Mavente
Jul 11, 2017
Rotterdam – Victor R. Mavente (also known as Papa) passed peacefully on July 11th 2017 after a short illness surrounded by his loving family and friends. Victor was born on March 21st 1938 to Gregory and Theresa (Maiorana) Mavente of Schenectady N.Y. He graduated the former Nott Terrace HS in Schenectady. Victor served 6 years in the U.S. Marine Corps...
Gilbert W Kinloch
Jul 10, 2017
Rotterdam - GILBERT W. KINLOCH went to be with our heavenly father on July 10, 2017. Gil was born in Schenectady, NY to Edwin L. and Julia A. Kinloch on April 3, 1921. He was the beloved husband of Gudridur (Lolo) Kinloch whom he married on July 10, 1948. Lolo passed away in 2011. He is the loving father of...
Tammy Lynn (Johnson) Lanoux
Jul 9, 2017
Tammy L. (Johnson) Lanoux, 39, of Schenectady, died Sunday, July 9, 2017. Tammy was born in Albany, NY on October 12, 1977. She fought a courageous battle and lost. She was a bright, smart and kind hearted person. Her mom was number one. Tammy was predeceased by her brother; Michael West, her grandmother; Evelyn Johnson, her grandfather; Edwin Yowell and...
Tammy L (Johnson) Lanoux
Jul 9, 2017
Tammy L. (Johnson) Lanoux, 39, of Schenectady, died Sunday, July 9, 2017. Tammy was born in Albany, NY on October 12, 1977. She fought a courageous battle and lost. She was a bright, smart and kind hearted person. Her mom was number one. Tammy was predeceased by her brother; Michael West, her grandmother; Evelyn Johnson, her grandfather; Edwin Yowell and...
Antonio Paniccia
Jul 3, 2017
Antonio Paniccia, 81, of Rotterdam, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, July 3, 2017. Born in Vicalvi, Frosinone, Italy, Antonio was the son of the late Giuseppe and Palmira DiCocco Paniccia. Antonio and his wife came to the United States in 1956. He worked as a mason for several local contractors before taking...
Lorraine (Kearney) Verzulli
Jul 1, 2017
Schenectady – Lorraine Verzulli, 87, formerly of Rotterdam, passed away early on Saturday, July 1st, 2017 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Home. Born in Saranac Lake, Lorraine was the daughter of the late Edmund and Mary (Curran) Kearney. After graduating from Mont Pleasant High School, Lorraine worked for a brief time at the General Electric Company before devoting her life to...
O Chadwick Loveland
Jul 1, 2017
Rotterdam – O. Chadwick Loveland, 91, passed away Saturday July 1, 2017 at home. Born in Rutland, VT on December 11, 1925 he served our country in the United States Navy from 1944-1946. He then received his Bachelors degree from the University of Vermont. After moving to Schenectady in 1959, he was an engineer in the steam turbine department of...
Jeannine C (Beaudry) Robbins
Jul 1, 2017
Rotterdam – Jeannine Clarisse Robbins, 87, passed away on Saturday, July 1st, 2017 at the Palatine Nursing Home. Born in Albany, Jeannine was the daughter of the late Amable and Aldea (Cardinal) Beaudry. Jeannine was a wonderful wife to Fenton Robbins who predeceased her in 2014 and mother to her four children. In her younger years she loved roller-skating, which...
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