Thomas E Griffiths
Aug 14, 2014
Duanesburg- Thomas E. Griffiths, 73, of Van Patten Road, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his children on August 12, 2014 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Utica in 1941, a son of the late Thomas and Gertrude Daly Griffiths. After serving 4 years in the United States Air Force, Tom began his 40 year...
Bruce W Neal
Aug 13, 2014
Rotterdam- Bruce W. Neal, 69, at rest Wednesday August 13, 2014. Bruce was born in Schenectady, the son of George W. and Lillian Dewar Neal. He was a graduate of Burnt Hills- Ballston Lake Central School. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1963 to 1969, serving honorably in Vietnam in the Artillery and attaining the rank of Sergeant....
Justyne C (Zima) Goodale
Aug 12, 2014
Rotterdam -Justyne C. Goodale, 80, Died peacefully at home August 12th after a long illness. Born in Yonkers N.Y. Justyne (Jay) has resided in Rotterdam for the last 38 years. After raising her family she worked as a department manager for Caldor for 15 years before retiring to become a "domestic diva. ;o) Besides her family, her interests ran from...
Frank A Czwakiel
Aug 11, 2014
Duanesburg - Frank A. Czwakiel, 72, passed away Monday August 11, 2014 at home. Born in Albany, Frank was the son of Joseph and Catherine Perry Czwakiel. Frank served our country in the United States Air Force during Vietnam and retired as a Master Sergeant in 1987 from the US Air National Guard at the 109th Airlift Wing. Before retiring...
Dominick Falso
Aug 8, 2014
Rotterdam- Dominick E. Falso, 91, of Patton Drive, passed away peacefully at Captial Living on August 7 2014 after a brief illness. He was born on March 29, 1923 in Canajoharie NY, the son of the late Mathia and Anna Laura Falso. He earned his Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Syracuse University. For over 30 years he was employed...
Philomena V (Ditullio) Desantis
Aug 6, 2014
Philomena V. DeSantis, 86, of Schenectady, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 6, 2014. Born in Norwood, NY, she was the daughter of the late Salvatore and Rena Recore DiTullio. Philomena worked for several years at the Gloversville Sewing Factory making bomber jackets during WWII.On August 14, 1948 she married George F. DeSantis and became a homemaker. She was...
Henry F "Hank" Pratt
Aug 1, 2014
Schenectady- Henry F "Hank" Pratt Jr., 77, at rest Friday August 1, 2014. Born in Schuylerville, Hank resided in Schenectady much of his life. He was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School, later making a career for himself in the U.S. Air Force, retiring in 1975 as a Technical Sergeant in the Strategic Air Command (SAC) with 21 years...
Mercedes Enright
Jul 31, 2014
Rotterdam- Mercedes Enright, 95, at rest Thursday July 31, 2014. Mercedes was born in the Dominican Republic, the daughter of Miguel and Julia Atala. A homemaker, she was a member of the Schonowe Volunteer Fire Dept. Auxillary for over 50 years. Mercedes was a communicant of Our Lady Queen of Peace Church. Mercedes was the beloved wife of the late...
Dennis H Kennedy
Jul 28, 2014
Amsterdam- Dennis H. Kennedy, 85, formerly of Rotterdam, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2014, at Capstone Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Amsterdam.There will be no calling hours. Private burial will take place in Memory's Garden, Colonie.Arrangements are by DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home, Rotterdam.
Mary (Perreca) Barbera
Jul 27, 2014
Mary ( Perreca) Barbera, 89, the wife of Salvatore (Sam) Barbera, passed away peacefully at her home with her family at her side, on July 27, 2014. Mary is now at peace with all those family and friends that predeceased her and that she has missed so greatly throughout the years. She will be dearly missed by those she leaves...
Mary Przybylski
Jul 27, 2014
Mary Przybylski, 91, formerly of Rotterdam, died peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2014 at Glendale Nursing Home. Mary was born in Schenectady, the beloved daughter of the late Antoni and Frances (Stuka) Matusiak. She was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School, Class of 1941.After high school, Mary began employment with General Electric, retiring in 1990 as a Draftsman.She was...
Janet S (Brockett) Bennett
Jul 23, 2014
Glenville - Janet (Brockett) Bennett, 60, passed away on Wednesday July 23, 2014. Born in Niskayuna, Janet was a graduate of Draper High School and then went on to graduate from Hudson Valley Community College. She recently retired from General Electric Research & Development in Niskayuna. Janet was a member of the GE Women's Club and was a board member...
Arlene D'Arcangelo
Jul 13, 2014
Rotterdam - Arlene D'Arcangelo passed away at Eddy Village Green at Beverwyck Sunday evening July 13, 2014 at the age of 88. Arlene was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Rinaldo M. D'Arcangelo. Born July 11, 1926 in Middleburg, NY, Arlene's love of the "country" was lifelong. She and her husband Ronnie both enjoyed relaxing rides through beautiful Schoharie...
Floyd E Dufel
Jul 12, 2014
Floyd E. Dufel, 86, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, July 12th. Floyd was the son of Martha and Edward Dufel of Tribes Hill, New York. He graduated from Wilbur H. Lynch High School. A veteran of World War II, Floyd served in Japan with the United States Army. He was the owner of Floyd's Floor...
Scott P Kahler
Jul 12, 2014
Scott P. Kahler, 47 of Schenectady, died on Saturday, July 12, 2014. Scott was born in Schenectady and graduated from New Life Academy in 1985. He worked in construction most of his life. Scott was predeceased by his mother Harmonie Kahler. He is survived by his wife of three years, Lisa Harris Kahler, eight children; Perry Mitchell, Bernard Brown Jr.,...
Anthony G Gagliardi
Jul 10, 2014
Rotterdam - Anthony G. Gagliardi, 82, of Rotterdam, died peacefully on Thursday July 10, 2014. Born in Schenectady, Anthony was the son of the late Leontino and Virginia DeMarco Gagliardi. From 1952-54 He served our country in the United States Army being stationed in Alaska. Following his military service Anthony was a milkman for many years for the Pine Grove...
Robert R Chest Sr
Jul 9, 2014
Rotterdam- Robert '˜Bob" R. Chest Sr, 66, passed away at home on July 9 2014 after a long illness. He was born in Amsterdam NY a son of the late William and Marion Chest. Bob was raised and educated in Canajoharie NY.For 32 years he was employed as a carpenter for GE of Schenectady. He served in the United States...
Aaron F Van Wormer Iii
Jul 9, 2014
Rotterdam - Aaron F. Van Wormer III, 62, of Rotterdam, died on Wednesday July 9, 2014 at home suddenly. He was born on January 1, 1952 and was the son of the late Aaron F. Van Wormer, Jr. and Ester Bartley Van Wormer. Aaron graduated from Schalmont High School in 1970 and then went on to graduate from the apprentice...
Michael E Lohaus
Jul 9, 2014
Michael E. Lohaus,74, formerly of Evelyn Drive in Guilderland, died on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 in Middletown, Delaware with his daughter and son in law at his bedside. Mike was born in Schenectady, NY on November 3rd, 1939 to August (Gus) and Loretta Lohaus. Upon graduation from Linton High School, he entered the US Navy. Mike served for several years...
Melissa L Groat
Jul 6, 2014
Melissa L. Groat, 43 of Delanson, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 7, 2014. Melissa graduated from Duanesburg High School in 1988 and worked for several years as a Building & Property Manager for BBL. Most recently she was the owner of the Quaker Inn in Delanson.She enjoyed sports and was a member of several women's softball leagues. She was...
