Obituaries

Aug 4, 2024

SCHENECTADY- Marvin B. Aunchman, 58, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024 after a brief illness.

Born in Niskayuna he was the son of the late Marvin B. Aunchman, Sr. and Dorothy Jean Roy.

Marvin worked for many years at CSEA in Albany retiring in 2012. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed bowling.

Aug 4, 2024

Harold F. Sadler Jr., 93, of Rotterdam, NY passed away on Sunday August 4, 2024 at his home with his loving family by his side.

He was born on April 20, 1931 in Johnson City, NY to the late Mildred and Harold Sadler Sr.

Harold was a 1949 graduate of Johnson City High School and...

Aug 3, 2024

DELANSON- Linda Ann Rispoli, 61, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday August 3, 2024 after courageously beating cancer. She was born in Schenectady on October 5, 1962, residing the past 20 years in Duanesburg. She was the daughter of the late Betty and Ron Jones. Linda is survived by her husband of 43 years Joseph, daughter Angela (Will) Borzymowski ,...

Aug 1, 2024

ROTTERDAM - In the comfort of her home after a long illness, Lucille M (Palma) Casso, 90, went with the angels peacefully into eternal life in the early morning of August 1, 2024. Born April 19, 1934 in Schenectady NY, Lucille was the daughter of the late Albert Palma and Frances (Cinquino) Palma. Lucille grew up in Schenectady and...

Jul 31, 2024

On July 31, 2024 our Heavenly Father called his faithful servant, Irene Ciafardo Dress, age 93, home to rest. Irene was born in Schenectady, NY to parents Ralph and Theresa Ciafardo. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband George, and her brother Albert Ciafardo, and sister Mary Aloisi as well as nieces Cathi Aloisi and Lindsay Plant. Irene...

Jul 20, 2024

ROTTERDAM- Jeanette M. Thoneman passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at St. Peter’s Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Schenectady on December 22, 1934. She was the daughter of the late Stephen P. Villano, Sr. and Adeline (DeCarlo) Villano.

Jeanette was married to the love of her life Robert Thoneman until his...

Jul 18, 2024

Darleen Shephard, 80, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on July 18, 2024, with loved ones by her side.

She was born on January 21, 1944, at Cobleskill Hospital, in Cobleskill, New York. She grew up on her family farm in Sharon Springs along with her two brothers Willard and Henry. At the age of 17,...

Jul 17, 2024

James H. Schuch, 94, of Schenectady, passed peacefully in the company of his loving family on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Jim was born in Dravosburg, Pennsylvania., the son of the late Frank and Anna Winklevoss Schuch. He served as an electrician in the Army during the Korean War and later in the standby reserve. Jim enjoyed fishing, camping, trains...

Jul 16, 2024

Caroline R. Price, 86, passed away on Tuesday, July 16th, 2024 at Wesley Health Care Center in Saratoga Springs, NY.

She was born on July 24th, 1937 in Albany, NY to Martha and Donald Ross Sr.

Caroline attended local schools and went on to receive her Bachelor's Degree. She was a dedicated and compassionate Registered...

Jul 12, 2024

Vincent Popolizio, Jr., 84, Passed away peacefully on Friday July 12, 2024, after a complicated battle with cancer. Born on July 7,1940 in Schenectady, New York to Vincent M. Popolizio and Jennie Sifo. Brother to Margaret Ann Pratt and George Preston, both deceased. Graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in 1958, Orange County Community College in 1960 and Upper...

Jul 12, 2024

Dorothy M. (Bednarczyk) Wier, 86, passed away peacefully at home on July 12, 2024 with her family by her side. She was born in Mt. Carmel, Pennsylvania on November 18, 1937 to the late Walter and Bertha Bednarczyk, step father William Millett. When she was a young girl, her family moved to Schenectady, New York, where she grew up...

Jul 7, 2024

Rita (Polsinelli) Calafiore, born April 16, 1942, passed away on July 7, 2024 following a lengthy battle with cancer. Born in Frosinone, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Domenico and Marianna Polsinelli. Rita worked as a seamstress at Bellrod Manufacturing Company and subsequently the Loretta Lane Bridal Shop until she retired in 1995. She is best remembered for...

Jul 6, 2024

Dean Andrew Duprey 58, passed away after a lengthy battle with cancer on July 6, 2024. Dean was born in Plattsburgh, NY and raised in Rotterdam and Princetown, NY. He graduated from Schalmont High School. He then followed in his father’s footsteps becoming a union ironworker with local #12 at the young age of 17. He is survived by his...

Jul 5, 2024

William Simonds, 77, passed away on Friday July 5, 2024. He was born on November 19, 1946 to the late Everett and Virginia Simonds. He loved to hunt, fish, and camp. He loved the Buffalo Bills and the Yankees. And he especially enjoyed spending time with his friends and family.

William is survived by his sons, Michael...

Jul 3, 2024

Susan “Susie” M. Baker (Pugliano), 62, of Schenectady passed away peacefully on July 3rd, 2024 surrounded by her family after a short illness. Born in Schenectady on February 7, 1962, Susan was the youngest child to Joseph and Celestina (Miceli) Pugliano, and attended Mohonasen High School. Susan was a lifelong parishioner of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church and...

Jul 1, 2024

Angelina Petrucci, 91, of Rotterdam, daughter of the late Joseph and Nancy Carusone, passed away on Monday July 1, 2024.

She is survived by her son Theodore Petrucci, daughter Nancy Tharp (Roy), brother Lou Carusone (Cindy), sister Antoinette Mooney, 9 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren as well as 14 nieces and nephews.

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Jul 1, 2024

ROTTERDAM - Patricia “Patti” L. Ragucci, 72, passed away peacefully at home beside her husband on Monday July 1, 2024.

Born and educated in Schenectady she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Sophie Glowacki.

Patti was a beautician, homemaker and a devout catholic and was a member of the former St....

Jun 29, 2024

Bridget M. Pandori (Belmonte), 98, of Rotterdam, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at the Kingsway Arms in Schenectady. Bridget was born in Mechanicville March 2, 1926, the daughter of the late Dominick and Mary Belmonte, and wife of late Robert A. Pandori, who died April 24, 2010. Bridget graduated from Mechanicville High School in 1944 and Abany...

Jun 29, 2024

William H. Stoddard, Jr. passed away on June 29, 2024, with his loving family at his side. He was 91. Bill was born on August 12, 1932, at his family home in Schenectady, NY to Harriet (Van Vechten) and William H. Stoddard, Sr. He married Marie (Palmieri), on October 6, 1957. A quiet man of deep faith, Bill graduated from...

Jun 28, 2024

Mr. James M. Miller, 84, of Rotterdam passed away on Friday, June 28, 2024, at St Peter’s Hospice Facility with his loving family by his side.

He was born on May 6, 1940, to the late Curtis and Lottie Miller of Schenectady.

Jimmy attended local schools graduating from Mont Pleasant High School, the class of...