Maria Del Rayo Duarte Hernandez
Mar 27, 2026
Maria Duarte, of Guilderland, NY, passed away at her daughter’s home on Friday, March 27th, 2026, at the age of 108. She was born in the Village of La Yerbabuena, near the City of Parral, Mexico. With five sisters, three brothers, and a close-knit extended family, she had a childhood full of adventure. Her family then moved to Parral, where...
Arnold Nicholas Iovinella Sr.
Mar 26, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Arnold “Arnie” N. Iovinella, Sr., beloved husband and father, who departed this life on March 26, 2026, at the age of 93. Born on June 4, 1932, in Schenectady, New York, he was the cherished son of the late Mary (Florio) and Salvatore Iovinella. Arnie graduated from Nott Terrace...
Bertrum E Craven
Mar 26, 2026
Bertrum E. Craven, born November 25, 1926, passed away peacefully at Capstone Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on March 26, 2026. Private Burial Will be held at a later date.
Sylvia M. Aylward
Mar 26, 2026
Sylvia M. Aylward, 88, of Altamont, NY, passed away on Thursday March 26, 2026 peacefully surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife of the late William (Bill) F. Aylward, Jr., who passed on November 16, 2025, and with whom she shared 67 years of marriage. Born and raised in Somerville, Massachusetts, Sylvia was a graduate of Cathedral High...
Frederick N. Dykeman
Mar 25, 2026
In Loving Memory of Frederick N. Dykeman, 64 Frederick N. Dykeman of Rotterdam, New York, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Born on December 25, 1961, he was raised in the close knit community of Duanesburg, New York. Known affectionately as “Little Fred” or “Freddy” by family and friends, he was the son of the late Frederick Dykeman...
Constance E. Capperell
Mar 25, 2026
Constance Articolo Schultz Capperell passed away on March 25, 2026 at the age of 104. Connie was the daughter of the late George and Maria Articolo. She graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School and worked at General Electric Co. as a secretary, where she retired after many years of dedicated service. She was predeceased by her husband, Anthony G. Capperell,...
Kimberly Houck Gordon
Mar 23, 2026
Kimberly Houck Gordon, 54, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday March 23, 2026. She was born in Niskayuna on July 12, 1971 to Gail Dodge Houck and the late John D. “Jack” Houck. A lifelong resident of the Schenectady area, she was a graduate of Schalmont High School, and then worked as a Taxpayer Services Rep for NYS Tax...
Carl Gregorius Paulsen
Mar 19, 2026
Carl G. Paulsen, 65, of Schenectady, NY, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026. Born in Niskayuna, NY on April 10th, 1960, he was the son of the late Paul and Barbara Paulsen.
Carl’s life was defined not just by what he did, but by the community he built and the friends who loved him. A graduate of Niskayuna High School,...
John De Marco
Mar 19, 2026
ROTTERDAM - John De Marco, 95, joined his loving wife, Elisa, family and friends in heaven on Thursday, March 19, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in the beautiful paese of SS. Giovanni e Paolo near Caiazzo, Caserta, Italy on February 22, 1931 to the late Guiseppe and Maria (De Filippo) De Marco. John arrived in America...
Terry W. Borawski
Mar 19, 2026
Schenectady – Terry W. Borawski, 74, passed away Thursday March 19, 2026. Born in Rome, NY he was the son of Samuel and Theresa (Donahue) Mongrella.
For many years Terry was a phone technician for Verizon before retiring as a locator in Schenectady after more than 20 years of service. Following his retirement Terry enjoyed helping families as a part time...
Marion T. Cammarere
Mar 16, 2026
Marion Theresa Cammarere (Riggi) November 4, 1926 – March 16, 2026 Marion Cammarere (Riggi), of Schenectady, New York, passed away peacefully at home on March 16, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was 99 years old. Born on November 4, 1926, in Schenectady, Marion began her working years as a cook in several local school districts, where she lovingly prepared...
Andrew Rene Gefre Sr.
Mar 14, 2026
Andrew Rene “Andy” Gefre, Sr., 86, of Rotterdam, NY, passed away on March 14th, 2026. Born on July 24, 1939, in Graz, Austria, he was the son of the late Rudolf and Caraline Gefre. After graduating high school, Andy enlisted into the U.S. Army, where he served in Germany and the Vietnam War, and became an honorable recipient of two...
Giuseppina "Josephine" Tote
Mar 9, 2026
Rotterdam-Giuseppina “Josephine” Tote, 93 passed away on Monday March 9th surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Fontechiari Italy in 1932, She was the daughter of Nicholas and Justina (Isopa) Ferrera. She came to the United States in 1948.
For many years Josephine worked at the Newberry Knitting Co.
Josephine could always be found working in her garden or cooking for her family.
She...
Paul Victor Swint III
Mar 7, 2026
Paul V. Swint, III, age 51, from Schenectady, New York, passed away on March 7, 2026, in Centre, Alabama where he resided for the past 6 months and will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He was the beloved son of the late Paul V. Swint, Jr. and his loving mother, Deborah Swint. He is survived by his...
John W Shultis
Mar 4, 2026
John W. Shultis December 1, 1940 - March 4, 2026 John passed away on March 4, 2026 with his loving family by his side. John had many jobs, he enjoyed, Selected Meat Packers, University Auxiliary Services, Schenectady County and when he retired he mostly enjoyed driving buses for Schalmont Schools. John enjoyed boating, music and hunting, he lived life to...
David S. Briggs
Mar 4, 2026
David S. Briggs, 64, of Glenville, NY, passed away at home with his loved ones, after a battle with occupational cancer related to 30 years in the fire service.
He was born in Albany in 1961 and adopted by his loving parents Vernon and Carole Briggs. David attended Scotia-Glenville High School before studying at Schenectady County Community College. David started his...
Russell Golombiski
Mar 3, 2026
On March 2, 2026, Russell S. Golombiski peacefully passed from this life at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady after a brief illness. Until 1999, Russell lived at home with his mother, Anne Golombiski, then moved to Buzzo House, a residential facility of Schenectady ARC, which is now Liberty ARC. He resided there for 27 years and made meaningful friendships with housemates...
John Joseph Chiachiaretta Jr.
Mar 2, 2026
John J. Chiachiaretta, Jr., of Schenectady, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on March 2, 2026, at the age of 84, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Schenectady, he was the beloved son of the late John J. Chiachiaretta, Sr. and Libra Chiachiaretta (DeMaina). John was a lifelong member of the community he loved and served so...
Joseph L. Augusta
Mar 1, 2026
With heavy hearts but deep gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of Joseph L. Augusta on March 1, 2026, at age 93, fondly known as "Uncle Joe" to many. Born on July 3, 1932, in Rotterdam Junction, NY, Joe was the beloved son of Minnie and Frank Augusta. Throughout his life, he embodied the values instilled in...
Donald E. Drinkwater
Feb 26, 2026
Donald E. Drinkwater, 85, of Albany, New York, passed away on February 26, 2026. Born on July 3, 1940, Donald was, above all else, a man of kindness, integrity, and quiet strength. He approached life with humility and a gentle steadiness that made others feel grounded in his presence. He was an extraordinary family man—devoted to his wife, children, and...
