Gary M. Ranze
Feb 8, 2024
Rotterdam - Gary Ranze beloved father, grandfather "Gampa", partner, friend and a true Rockstar took the eternal stage on Thursday February 8th, 2024 with his loving family by his side. Born in Schenectady, NY on July 8, 1958 Gary "Power Chord" Ranze, the nickname given to him in the early 80's, was a well-known figure in the...
Anna Maria Petrucco
Feb 7, 2024
ROTTERDAM - Anna Maria Petrucco, 67, at rest Wednesday, February 7, 2024. Anna Maria was born in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Luigi and Elizabeth (Segatto) Petrucco. Anna Maria graduated from Mohonasen High School and went on to earn a degree from Maria College in Early Childhood Education. After many years in Early Childhood Education, later in life,...
Louise Gorzynski
Feb 2, 2024
ROTTERDAM - Louise Gorzynski, 94, passed away on Friday February 2, 2024 at home with her family at her side.
Louise was born in Sicily, Italy on August 11, 1929 and came to the United States in 1947. She married Sigmund Gorzynski in 1949, however he passed away at only 29 years old. Louise solely...
Ruth L. Scott
Jan 31, 2024
SCHENECTADY - Ruth (Shatley) Scott, 98, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at the Glendale Nursing Home.
Born and educated in Schenectady she was the daughter of the late Charles and Lillian (Campbell) Shatley.
Ruth worked for many years as a housekeeper at the former Peacock Building in Schenectady.
She enjoyed...
Rodney James Holmstrom
Jan 30, 2024
Rodney James Holmstrom, 94, of Schenectady, NY passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. Rod was born in Ludington, MI to the late Ernest and Ruth Holmstrom. He graduated from Michigan Tech in 1951 with a degree in Electrical Engineering. He lettered in varsity track and set a school record in the pole vault. Rod attended the US...
Angelina Simone
Jan 29, 2024
SCHENECTADY- Angelina Tedesco Simone passed away peacefully on at the age of 100. Born in Queens, NY on July 14, 1923 predeceased by her beloved husband Anthony P. Simone Sr. She was the daughter of the late Guiseppe Tedesco and Domenica Battaglia. Angie also predeceased by her siblings Frank, Ambrose, Alex, Mary, Nancy and Lucy. She is survived by...
Donna M. Cuomo
Jan 24, 2024
SCHENECTADY - Donna Marie Scafidi Cuomo, 81, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at Mountain Valley Hospice.
Donna was born in Amsterdam, NY on March 13, 1942, daughter of the late Dominick and Maria (London) Scafidi. Donna graduated from Wilbur H. Lynch High School in 1960. Upon graduation Donna worked as...
Richard L. Hunt
Jan 22, 2024
SCHENECTADY - Richard (Dickie) L. Hunt, 86, passed away on Monday January 22, 2024. A lifelong resident of Schenectady, he was born on December 17, 1937 to the late Frank and Lillian Surprenant Hunt. After graduating high school, Dick became a barber, and continued to work as a barber throughout his life, even during his time as a tool...
Kristine Palluti-Gnidowski
Jan 22, 2024
Rotterdam - Kristine was received into Heaven on January 22nd, 2024.
She was born in Long Island, NY on October 28th, 1963 to the late Barbara (Graham) and Kenneth Muller. In her teenage years, her family moved to their beloved farm in Richmondville, NY where she developed her love for and shared many fond memories...
Margie E. Debell
Jan 22, 2024
PRINCETOWN - Margie Ellen (Hallenbeck) DeBell, 85, peacefully went home to the Lord on Monday January 22, 2024. She was born in Guilderland on October 9, 1938 to the late Delbert and Marion Hamman Hallenbeck. After graduating from Southern Pilgrim College in Kernersville, NC, she first worked for NYS before raising her children. She then worked at the Mohawk...
Diana Iris Bove
Jan 19, 2024
ROTTERDAM - It is with profound sadness that the family of Diana Iris Bove announces her passing on Friday, January 19th, 2024. Diana was a gentle soul who possessed a quiet but resolute spirit.
Born in Manhattan, the eldest of four children to Victor and Susana Bonilla, she leaves behind loving generations to mourn: Richard, her husband...
Michael E. Dicerbo
Jan 19, 2024
ROTTERDAM - Michael Ernest DiCerbo born September 19, 1930, was called to the Lord on January 19, 2024 after a brief illness at home with his loving family by his side.
Son of the late Alfred and Carmella (Ranze) DiCerbo. Predeceased by his sisters, Katherine (Kay) Pease and RoseMarie (Rosie) Chiusano.
He was...
Anne Forth Laporte
Jan 19, 2024
CALIFORNIA - Anne Forth LaPorte passed away on Friday January 19, 2024. Anne was brave, passionate, and playful. She was a beloved mother, daughter, and friend to many. Anne prioritized family above all else. One of six children born to Anne Marie and Maurice Forth, Anne often joked she was the 'fourth Forth' that made up the pack of...
John "Jack" Brennan, Dvm
Jan 18, 2024
John “Jack” Joseph Brennan, DVM, September 12th, 1929 – January 18th 2024.
John “Jack” Joseph Brennan—husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, veterinarian, mentor and community supporter—peacefully left this world at age 94 on Thursday the 18th of January 2024, having been surrounded by family and friends for several days.
Jack was born in the Bronx, the son...
Marianne Cituk
Jan 12, 2024
SCHENECTADY - MariAnne Cituk, 70, passed away peacefully on Friday January 12, 2024 after a long illness. She is survived by her children, Dinene M. Cituk, Jolene A. Cituk, and Ronnie P. Cituk (Alyssa); and her grandchildren, Racheal Cituk, Achante Harris, Kyle Cituk, Sierra Cituk, Haley Cituk-DesBois, Mackenzie Cituk and Reagan Cituk.
A calling hour will be...
Edward P. Burke
Jan 10, 2024
GUILDERLAND - Edward Patrick Burke, 95, formerly of Guilderland, NY, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his wife and loving family, on January 10, 2024 at his residence at Teresian House Nursing Home.
A native of Fall River, Massachusetts, Edward was born on April 12, 1928 to Edward Daniel Burke and Alice (Ward) Burke. As many...
Domenica "Mimi" Campagnano
Jan 10, 2024
ROTTERDAM - Domenica “Mimi” Campagnano, 91, was born in Palermo Italy on April 11, 1932, to the late Giuseppe and Cristina D’Angelo. Mimi passed away on Tuesday January 10, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Mimi was the 6th of 10 children. As a teenager, she apprenticed with a tailor and later earned the title of Master Seamstress and...
Lillian P. Gorman
Jan 10, 2024
ROTTERDAM - On Tuesday January 10, 2024 Lillian Pauline Gorman (nee LaVallee) was reunited with her beloved husband after an almost 30 year separation. Lillian was born Memorial Day, 1924 in Charlton NY to the late Theophile and Emma Marie LaVallee. At age 10 she moved into the home her father and brothers built in Rotterdam; she was there...
Mark S. Barkyoumb Jr.
Jan 6, 2024
Burnt Hills - Mark Barkyoumb Jr. of Burnt Hills, New York passed away on January 6, 2024. Born on October 16th in 1983, Mark was the cherished son of Holly and Mark Barkyoumb, Sr. and beloved brother of Tanya (Brian) and Raemie (David). Mark leaves nieces and nephews Kelsey, Maya, Mason and Chloe, Mother-in-Law Karen Sacchetti, Father-in-Law Richard Sacchetti...
Elaine A. Miakisz
Jan 5, 2024
ROTTERDAM - Elaine A (Jabour) Miakisz, 83, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024 at home, surrounded by her loving family.
Born and educated in Troy she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Helen (Yamin) Jabour.
Elaine worked as an operator at NY Telephone for 32 years. Upon retirement she drove...
