Obituaries

Aug 19, 2023

DELANSON- Daniel J. Raymo, 81, of Duanesburg, New York died August 19, 2023 peacefully in his sleep after several years of progressive medical issues.  Dan was born in Massena, New York in 1942 son of Ted Raymo and Ruth Facteau.  He graduated from Norwood-Norfolk High School in 1960 and attended the State University of New York at Albany graduating...

Aug 17, 2023

LATHAM - David A. DiSarro, 76, passed peacefully at home with his family on Thursday, August 17, 2023.

David was predeceased by his parents, Alvino and Rose. He is survived by his loving and beloved wife of more than 52 years, Susan, his adoring children, Lisa, Anthony (Kimberly), and Gina, his siblings, Richard (Ann), Eileen,...

Aug 16, 2023

Schenectady – Geoffrey “Geoff” P. Gabel, 53, passed away tragically doing what he loved best which was riding his motorcycle. Born in Albany, Geoff was the son of Paul J. Gabel Jr. and Linda Marcley. A 1988 graduate of Mohonasen High School Geoff loved his classmates and stayed in touch through the years. Geoff loved his family and loved...

Aug 15, 2023

Schenectady – Everett C. Tate, 91, passed away on Tuesday, August 15th, 2023.

Everett was born in Rotterdam to his parents, the late Melvin H. Tate and Ruth (Thorpe) Tate.

He grew up in Delanson and attended local schools. He then joined the United States Army where he rose through the ranks to...

Aug 13, 2023

Guilderland – Leonard T. Barber, 89, passed away at home on Sunday, August 13, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Rotterdam on August 24, 1933, he was the son of the late Trueman R. Barber & Louise Andersen Barber Jewett and step-son of the late Clarence Jewett.

Leonard graduated from Draper High School...

Aug 12, 2023

Rotterdam – Bruce A. Brown, 72, passed away on Saturday, August 12th, 2023.

Bruce was born in Schenectady, the son of the late Arthur W. Brown and Phyllis A. (Becker) Brown.

He was a graduate of Draper High School.

Bruce worked for a short time at the General Electric Co. before...

Aug 8, 2023

On Tuesday, August 8, 2023, Sharon Lee Winner, 66, of Schenectady, passed away at her home.

Born in Niskayuna, Sharon was the daughter of the late Clayton and Mary Williams Blake.

She graduated from Scotia Glenville High School in 1975. She was employed as a manager with OTB in Schenectady for many years.

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Aug 7, 2023

Helen L. Schauman, 63, of Rotterdam, passed away at her home on Monday, August 7, 2023.

Helen was born in Schenectady and graduated from Mohonasen High School in 1978. She served honorably in the United States Navy and was discharged in 1981. Helen was employed as a Keyboard Specialist with the NYS Comptroller’s office for 20 years....

Aug 7, 2023

SCHENECTADY -On Monday, August 7, 2023, Gino Lio, loving husband, and father of two children, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the age of 82.

Gino was born and educated in Pianopoli, Italy and was the son of the late Pietro and Francesca Lio. In 1952 he emigrated to Canada and later came...

Aug 5, 2023

Kourtney Moira McKeone-O’Connor, 44, passed away tragically at her home in Burlington, NJ, the week of July 31, 2023. She was born on July 19, 1979, to Grace and Walter McKeone. She attended Fonda-Fultonville Central School and was active in track, volleyball, and cheerleading before graduating in 1997. She loved horses and spent hours outside of school trail riding with...

Jul 31, 2023

SCHENECTADY - Lorraine K. Viskne, 92, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side. Lorraine was a very vibrant loving woman. She loved talking to people and would go to Saratoga every weekend and either sit on a bench in the village or go to the casino, not to gamble, but to just...

Jul 29, 2023

Rotterdam, NY - Marie A. Giammatteo, 90, passed away on Saturday, July 29, 2023. Marie ("Nanette") was born in Amsterdam, NY, the daughter of the late beloved Emilio and Mary (Yasko) Giammatteo. A graduate of Nott Terrace High School in Schenectady, NY, Marie then began working at General Electric Co., where she spent her career in a...

Jul 28, 2023

Schenectady – Gwendolyn M. Maxim, age 95, passed away on Friday, July 28th, 2023.

Gwendolyn was born in Schenectady to her parents, the late Ralph Perry Spellman and Marguerite (Hunnikin) Spellman.

Gwen graduated from Nott Terrace High School in 1946 and worked as a clerk at a Christian book store and as a...

Jul 27, 2023

Mariaville - Leon Robert Cox died in his home, surrounded by family and friends on July 27th, 2023.

Leon was born on December 9th, 1948 in Waltham, Massachusetts to the late Homer King Cox and Dorothy Ruth Cox ( we orgel ).

He spent the first 9 years of his life on various...

Jul 26, 2023

Rotterdam - Virginia Ferraro of O’Brien Ave., Rotterdam, passed away with her family by her side, on Wednesday, July, 26, 2023 at Ellis Hospital.

Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late James Sr. and Angela Rinaldi.

She worked for Schenectady County Department of Social Services.

Virginia’s family was...

Jul 24, 2023

Rotterdam – Robert G. Adamec, 77, passed away on Monday, July 24th, 2023 in the comfort of his home with his family by his side.

Bobby was born in Schenectady, the son of the late Anthony F. Adamec and Rose (Cimino) Adamec.

He was a graduate of Mohonasen High School and shortly after...

Jul 23, 2023

Rotterdam – David James Loucks Jr., 25, passed away suddenly on Sunday, July 23, 2023.

Born in Niskayuna, David was the youngest son of David James Loucks Sr. and Yvonne Marie Macherone.

He graduated from Mohonasen High School in 2016 and went on to earn his Associates degree in Advanced Manufacturing from Hudson...

Jul 23, 2023

Schenectady - Mr. Philip “Skippy” Marx, age 72, of Schenectady, New York passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2023, following a long illness. He fought a courageous battle over the past three years and his fight in the face of adversity will always be a source of inspiration to his loved ones.

He was born...

Jul 20, 2023

SCHENECTADY - Stephen Paul Famiano, 84, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2023 at Ellis Hospital.

Born and educated in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Frank and Carmella Friello Famiano.

Stephen served as a Fireman in the US Navy and he retired as a machinist from General Electric, Co.

Jul 18, 2023

Schenectady - Theresa Cafferello Cassaro, 95, entered into eternal peace on Tuesday, July 18, 2023.

Born in Schenectady, Theresa attended Mt. Pleasant High School. She worked as a key punch operator for the NYS Dept. of Tax and Finance for many years.

Theresa was loved by all and a caregiver to many. Her...