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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William L Zubalik

William L Zubalik

Jul 12, 1905

Schenectady- William L. Zubalik “Uncle Bill,” 94, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2020. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Ludvik and Elizabeth (Pernecky) Zubalik. After graduating High School, he worked for over 30 years with the General Electric Company. He enjoyed riding his bike, and could often be seen riding throughout Schenectady, Rotterdam, and Altamont...

Pedro Arocho Jr

Pedro Arocho Jr

Jul 12, 1905

Schenectady- Pedro Arocho Jr., 81, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, March 27, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Puerto Rico to the late Pedro Arocho Sr. and Louisa Castro Arocho. He was married to Luz Maria Echevarria Arocho. They were happily married for 54 years. He received his education in Puerto Rico before coming...

Lakeisha Maye

Lakeisha Maye

Jul 12, 1905

LaKeisha was born to the Union of Ronald and Mary Diggs Maye on July 14, 1980 in Schenectady, NY. Keisha Journeyed peacefully to her heavenly home on Friday, October 2, 2020. LaKeisha courageously battled an illness for over 20years and lived a very vibrant life. She was temporarily being cared for at the Grand Nursing home in Valatie, NY prior...

Robert W Reagan

Robert W Reagan

Jul 11, 1905

SCHENECTADY- Robert W. Reagan, 88, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2019. He was born in Albany, NY where he was raised by his parents, Margaret (Amsler) Kelsch and William Kelsch. He married Laurette Govel on June 1, 1952. They have been happily married for 67 years. In 1949 Robert joined the U.S. Navy where he honorably served his country...

Loretta May (Abbott) Sisson

Loretta May (Abbott) Sisson

Jul 11, 1905

Schenectady - Loretta May Abbott Sisson died on October 4th, 2019 in Schenectady NY. Loretta was born in Saginaw, Michigan on February 13, 1927 to Earl Abbott and Clara Jane Bradt. Four days after birth she was carried by her parents on a train and slept in a shoebox on the long ride to Duanesburg, NY for her Grandfather Bradt’s...

Linda L Ferri

Linda L Ferri

Jul 11, 1905

Rotterdam- Linda L. Ferri, 62, lost her battle with cancer on Friday, November 1, 2019. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Schenectady to Charles A. Viscusi, Jr. and Dorothy A. Viscusi. She was happily married to Tom Ferri for 41 years. She attended Draper High School and Spencer Business School. After...

Marie Martini

Marie Martini

Jul 11, 1905

SCHENECTADY- Marie Martini, 86, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2019 with her loving family by her side. She was born in Schenectady to Ralph Cuomo and Victoria DeLorenzo Cuomo. She was married to Anthony Martini. They were happily married for many years. Marie worked in the produce section of Price Chopper for many years. She married Anthony in 1952....

Anthony W Decarter

Anthony W Decarter

Jul 11, 1905

GUILDERLAND- Anthony W. DeCarter, 88, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 9, 2019 with his loving family by his side. He was born in Boston, Massachusetts to Anthony DeCarter and Mary (Calsch) DeCarter. He was married to Margaret “Lorraine” (Kilday) DeCarter. They were happily married for 58 years. Anthony began working for Mack Trucking Co. which brought him to the...

Anthony P Anzalone

Anthony P Anzalone

Jul 11, 1905

Rotterdam- Anthony Paul Anzalone “Tony” of Rotterdam, N.Y. born Aug 18th 1967 entered into eternal life on May 14th, 2019 at the age of 51 after a brief illness. Tony was predeceased by his parents Samuel Paul and Barbara Anzalone. He is survived by his two children Anthony Vincent and Samuel Paul II as well as his two sisters Maria...

Arcangelo Cestra

Arcangelo Cestra

Jul 11, 1905

ROTTERDAM- Arcangelo Cestra, 76, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 21, 2019. He was born in Veroli, Italy to Sante Cestra and Lidia Mignardi Cestra. He was married to Marcia Lecce Cestra. They were happily married for 56 years. He attended school in Italy before coming over to America in 1962. Shortly after, he began his work as a Mason...

Richard G Baker

Richard G Baker

Jul 11, 1905

GUILDERLAND- Richard “Dick” Baker, 91, passed away peacefully on Thursday June 27, 2019 with his loving family by his side. Dick was born in Schenectady, NY to Glen Baker and Edith Bowmaker Baker. He married Julia Angie Parisi in 1951. Together they built a home in Guilderland where they raised their two sons. Dick was a hard working man with...

Rose Catroppa

Rose Catroppa

Jul 11, 1905

SCHENECTADY- Rose Catroppa, 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2019 with her loving family by her side. She was born in Castel Campagnano, Province of Caserta, Italy to Louis Frascatore and Marietta Aldi Frascatore. She was married to Dominick Catroppa. They were happily married for 27 years before Dominick’s passing in 1981. At the age of 18, Rose...

Mark A Price

Mark A Price

Jul 11, 1905

SCHENECTADY- Mark A. Price, 69, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 18, 2019 with his loving family by his side. He was born in Schenectady, NY to George Kukan and Shirley King. He was the loving companion to Susan Kaplan. They have been happily together for 15 years. Mark graduated from Mohonasen High School in the class of 1968. He...

Alan L Kisby

Alan L Kisby

Jul 11, 1905

GUILDERLAND- Alan L. Kisby, 71, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. Born in Schenectady on March 18, 1948, Al was a lifelong resident of Guilderland. Al graduated from Guilderland High School in 1966. While attending Guilderland, Al played football. Al joined the U.S. Navy after graduating from Guilderland where he...

Mary Dinola

Mary Dinola

Jul 11, 1905

ROTTERDAM- Mary (Siatkowski) DiNola, age 90, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born in Schenectady on April 16, 1929 and was the daughter of the late Frank and Eva (Miller) Siatkowski. She is predeceased by the love of her life, her husband for over 70 years, Dominick DiNola. She is survived by...

Sharon "Thom" Scholten

Sharon "Thom" Scholten

Jul 11, 1905

The Reverend S. Thoms Scholten, 86, died peacefully at Daughters of Sarah Nursing Home in the early morning hours of Sunday August 11, 2019, surrounded by his three children who had been celebrating his birthday with him. Thom was the youngest of six children born to the Reverend Walter A. and Frances (Thoms) Scholten on August 10, 1933 in Morrisville,...

Wayne L Smith

Wayne L Smith

Jul 11, 1905

SCHENECTADY- Wayne L. Smith, 59, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, July 14, 2019 with his loving family and friends by his side. He was born in Schenectady, NY to Gerald J. Smith and Adele Milbank Smith. Wayne graduated from Mohonasen High School in the class of 1978. He would then go on to attend Schenectady Community College....

David A Saxby Jr

David A Saxby Jr

Jul 11, 1905

SCHENECTADY- David A. Saxby Jr., 44, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2019. He was born and raised in Schenectady, NY to his parents; David A. Saxby Sr., and Sheryl Thompson. He cherished spending time with his son, Devin. Together they would work on any house work, lawn work, or other maintenance to be done on or around the house....

Gertrude Deallenbach

Gertrude Deallenbach

Jul 11, 1905

SCHENECTADY- Gertrude “Gert” Deallenbach, 92, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2019. She was born in Queens, NY to Paul Mutscher and Marie Koenig Mutscher. She graduated from John Adams high school in Queens. She married Edward W. Deallenbach; they were happily married for 30 years, first living on Long Island and then moving to the Middleburgh NY area. Following...

Matthew A Williams

Matthew A Williams

Jul 11, 1905

BERNE- Matthew A. Williams, 47, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019. He was born on October 24, 1971, in Elmira to Arline and the late Terry Williams. He enjoyed his career in music, which was his greatest passion. Matt also enjoyed painting and wood-carving. Matt was devoted to his family. They were always first in his heart and thoughts....

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