Duncan S. Hughes
Mar 21, 2024
Duncan “Dunc” S. Hughes passed away unexpectedly on March 21, 2024, in Guilderland, NY. Born and raised in Ann Arbor, MI, he went on to receive two degrees from his beloved University of Michigan, in Aerospace and Civil Engineering. Following his graduation, Dunc was sent to Vietnam as a member of the United States Naval Mobile Construction Battalion MCB121,...
Lucy M. Iozzio
Mar 17, 2024
ROTTERDAM – Lucy Marie Iozzio, 96, passed away on Sunday March 17, 2024 at Ellis Hospital. She was born in Schenectady on November 11, 1927 to the late Giuseppe and Giovannina Qualantone Ragozzino. After graduating from Nott Terrace High School, Lucy worked as a secretary at General Electric until 1958, when she became a mother and homemaker. Lucy was...
Thomas J. Harrison, Iii
Mar 16, 2024
SCHENECTADY - Thomas J. Harrison, III, 90 passed away Saturday, March 16, 2024.
Born and educated in Troy, he was the son of the late Thomas and Eleanor (Farrell) Harrison, Jr. He graduated from Siena College and served honorably in the US Army.
Husband of the late Phyllis Ferneyhough; father of Thomas Harrison,...
James J. Partington, Iii
Mar 15, 2024
ROTTERDAM - James J. Partington, III, 69 of Rotterdam, passed away Friday, March 15, 2024 after a long illness.
Born in St. Clare’s Hospital in Schenectady on May 31, 1954 he was the son of the late James Frances (Pochkar) Partington, Jr. James graduated from Schalmont High School in 1972 where he played football and...
Robert W. Carney
Mar 15, 2024
SCHENECTADY - Robert W. “Bob” Carney, 87 passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024, at the Baptist Nursing Home following a short illness. He attended Draper High School before joining the construction workforce. Bob quickly became a Labor Foreman for DePoalo and Son General Contractors, where he worked tirelessly for over 30 years, “retiring” in 2002. Immediately after retiring...
Scott R. Curtis
Mar 14, 2024
Scott Randall Curtis
Born July 14, 1962 Died March 14, 2024
Scott was brought into this world on a fine midsummer day by Elizabeth Jane Willimott (Betty) and James Allen Curtis, Sr. Reluctant to leave the secure confines of his mother’s womb, Scott needed to be pulled out feet first, kicking and screaming. His twin...
Cora M. Leja
Mar 14, 2024
ROTTERDAM – Cora M. Leja, 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday March 14, 2024 at home, with her loving niece, Patty, by her side. She was born in Schenectady on August 26, 1930 to the late Antonio and Angelina Fazio Scalzo. After graduating high school, Cora worked at General Electric Telecommunications as a secretary until her retirement. Cora enjoyed...
Nicholas A. Iacobucci
Mar 13, 2024
Nicholas A. Iacobucci, 89, died peacefully at home on March 13, 2024, after a long stay in the Albany Medical Center ICU fighting illness.
Appropriately born on Halloween in 1934, Nick was the son of the late Antonio and Maddalena Iacobucci. His childhood was split between Schenectady, NY, where he was born, and Caiazzo, Italy. During his...
Arnold L. Smith
Mar 11, 2024
NISKAYUNA - Arnold L. Smith, 70, passed away suddenly at home on March 11, 2024.
Born and educated in Schenectady he was the son of the late Frances and George Milliman. Arnold worked as a truck driver for over 25 years retiring from UPS Freight in 2017.
He served in the US Navy...
Sharon A. Mason
Mar 7, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Sharon Mason on March 7, 2024. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories that will forever live on in our hearts. Sharon and Brian Mason were married in 1967. Sharon and Brian went on to have three daughters, Amy Hochmuth, Bridy Lucas and Tara...
Norbert Joseph Fitzner
Mar 7, 2024
To watch a family member pass away is very emotional. He had a kind heart and a beautiful soul. We are extremely saddened by the passing on March 7, 2024, at The Schenectady Center for Nursing and Rehab of Norbert Joseph Fitzner. Born on June 6, 1942, in Schenectady, NY he was predeceased by his parents Anna (Grzybowski) and...
Robert M. Case
Mar 6, 2024
Robert “Bob” Michael Case, 65, of Glenville, NY, regretfully passed away suddenly on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at Ellis Hospital from complications of pneumonia.
Bob, loving and selfless husband, father, and Poppy, known for his kind soul and lively spirit, was born on June 30th to his parents Richard and Barbara Case in Amsterdam, NY. He graduated...
Peter W. Samuels
Mar 5, 2024
SCOTIA – Sadly, Peter W. Samuels AKA “Bad Dog” passed away at home suddenly on Tuesday March 5, 2024 at the age of 64. Peter was born in Watertown, NY on May 5, 1959 to the late Peter and Barbara Ann Vout Egan. Later, Peter would be adopted by Harold and Evelyn Samuels and raised as an only child....
Agnese C. Franco
Mar 5, 2024
SCHENECTADY – Agnese Christina Franco, 90, of Ingersoll Place, Consaul Road, [formerly of Keyes Avenue], has passed away on March 5, 2024. Agnese was born on January 29, 1934, in Albany to the late Vincenzo and Raphael Romeno DiTrapano.
Agnese grew up in the South End of Albany, attending The Cathedral Academy and The Academy of Holy...
Ronald E. Tanski
Mar 5, 2024
Ronald E. Tanski, 88, of Niskayuna, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at Ellis Hospital. Born on August 4, 1935, in Schenectady to the late Edmund and Veronica Bogucki Tanski, he was a beloved member of the community. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Rosemary, and by his sister, Constance Montgomery.
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Thomas C. Gagliardi
Mar 3, 2024
ROTTERDAM - Thomas Columbus Gagliardi, 96, of Schenectady NY passed away on Monday March 3, 2024 at home with his family at his side.
He was born October 12th, 1927 in Schenectady, son of the late Leontino Gagliardi and Virginia Dagostino Gagliardi. He was predeceased by his wife Dorothea Gagliardi.
Thomas was a...
Denise M. Lecce
Mar 3, 2024
SCHENECTADY - Denise M. Lecce, 71, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 3, 2024.
Born in Rutland, VT she was the daughter of the late Lionel and Lillian (Gallipo) Carbonneau. She graduated in 1970 from Notre Dame High School in Schenectady.
Denise worked for the New York State Office of General...
Andrew F. Parisi
Mar 2, 2024
ROTTERDAM - Andrew Francis Parisi, 34, passed away at home on March 2, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and nurses. Born in Niskayuna, NY, he is the son of Adam G. Parisi and the late Christine M. Parisi (Ruzzo).
Andrew graduated from Mohonasen High School. He held a Bachelor of Arts degree (geology) from Hartwick College,...
Maria Campagnano
Mar 1, 2024
ROTTERDAM - Maria Campagnano, 88, passed away at Ellis Hospital on Friday, March 1, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Castel Campagnano, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Luigi Mone and Immacolata Audi Mone. Maria and her late husband Eugenio of 54 years came to the United States in 1976 to continue their journey. She...
Kathryn A. "Katie" Boniewski
Feb 27, 2024
ROTTERDAM – Kathryn A. “Katie” Boniewski, 37, passed away suddenly on Tuesday February 27, 2024. She was born in Schenectady on May 17, 1986 to Chester Boniewski and the late Deborah McCabe Boniewski. After graduating from Mohonasen High School, Katie became a pharmacy technician and worked at various pharmacies, including CVS in Rotterdam. She enjoyed being a vendor at...
