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Joseph Lima

Joseph Lima

Nov 4, 2023

Rotterdam – Joseph Lima, 94, went Home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 4th, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.

Joseph was born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, one of eleven children of Pasquale and Raphael (Benvenuti) Lima.

Joe came to the United States at the age of 17 and served our...

Caroline Fitzgerald

Caroline Fitzgerald

Nov 4, 2023

GUILDERLAND - Caroline Fitzgerald passed away unexpectedly at home on November 4, 2023, she was 78. Caroline was born on January 7, 1945, in Valley Falls, NY, to the late Frances and Mitchell Caswell. Caroline loved convertibles and drove many in her lifetime. You could admire her car, but you couldn’t touch it. One day in her youth, and...

Janet Brown

Janet Brown

Nov 2, 2023

JOHNSTOWN - Janet Brown, 65, died on Thursday November 2, 2023 at home from cancer.  Janet was a 1975 graduate of Draper High School and was employed by New York State for 36 years. Janet enjoyed her family vacations to Hampton Beach, NH; her trips to Bird-in-Hand, PA; trips out west to the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Sedona, TX trips,...

Eugene A. Vanpatten

Eugene A. Vanpatten

Nov 1, 2023

SCHENECTADY - Eugene A. VanPatten, 77, passed away on Wednesday November 1, 2023. He was born on March 14, 1946 in Albany to the late Clyde and Eleanor Smith VanPatten. A lifelong resident of Schenectady, he graduated high school in 1964, before becoming a taxi driver for Central Brown Taxi until his retirement two years ago. He was a...

Georgianna Pallante Luciani

Georgianna Pallante Luciani

Oct 31, 2023

SCHENECTADY - It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dear mother, sister, grandmother, and friend Georgianna “Georgie” Luciani. Georgie passed away on 10/31/23 at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was a beacon of love and strength in our lives, and her memory will forever be etched in our...

Bertha F. Lawyer

Bertha F. Lawyer

Oct 30, 2023

Bertha F. Lawyer, 94, passed away on October 30, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.  Born in Staten Island, NY on September 15, 1929 to Bertha and Christian Nunamann.  She graduated from Port Richmond High School and was married to the late Kenneth Lawyer of Middleburgh, NY on August 26, 1950 at St. Roch’s Catholic Church in Staten Island....

Albert E. Ferradino Jr.

Albert E. Ferradino Jr.

Oct 29, 2023

Rotterdam - Albert E. Ferradino, Jr., 84, passed away peacefully in Alpharetta, GA, on October 29, surrounded by his wife and daughters. Albert was born on June 28, 1939, in Schenectady, NY, to Rose (Carafano) and Albert Ferradino, Sr. A graduate of Mont Pleasant High School, Hudson Valley Community College, and the College of Saint Rose, Al began his...

Bruna Grasso

Bruna Grasso

Oct 26, 2023

ROTTERDAM - Bruna Grasso, born in Melizzano, Italy on August 19, 1939, died peacefully in her home after a long battle with cancer, on Thursday October 26, 2023. She was predeceased by her husband Luigino Grasso and her loving daughter Carmelina Colwell. A devoted Catholic and loving mother who was kind and generous. Her love and compassion extended to...

Caterina Ando

Caterina Ando

Oct 24, 2023

Caterina Ando, 89, formerly of Schenectady, passed peacefully at home in Florida on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Oliveri, Messina, Sicily, Caterina was the daughter of the late Francesco and Michela Pino. Caterina emigrated to the United States in 1966 and was employed as a seamstress for many years at a local bridal shop...

Edmond Farrell Stevens

Edmond Farrell Stevens

Oct 24, 2023

Edmond Farrell Stevens, passed away on October 24, 2023, in Schenectady, New York, at the age of 87. He was born on May 30, 1936, in Fort Edward, New York, the son of the late William and late Rosella Damon Stevens. Edmond is survived by his loving wife Noriko (Kuwabara) Stevens; daughters Elizabeth Wakatsuki (Toshi) and Alice Stevens and son...

Abramo Cortese

Abramo Cortese

Oct 20, 2023

ROTTERDAM – Abramo Cortese, 94, passed away on Friday, October 20th, 2023. Abramo (Abe) was born in Aquaformosa, Italy. He worked for many years as a mason at various companies, and finally with General Electric where he retired in 1982. He was a US Army veteran serving in the Korean conflict. Abe loved this country, and often commented on...

Mark S. Brennan, Jr.

Mark S. Brennan, Jr.

Oct 18, 2023

Mark S. Brennan, Jr., of Rotterdam, NY,  peacefully passed away on Wednesday October 18th, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. Mark was born on November 19, 1971. He graduated from Bethlehem High School in 1989 and attended Schenectady County Community College majoring in Hospitality. After graduation, Mark decided to venture to Florida, where he worked for the Walt...

Charlene M. Fountain Peek

Charlene M. Fountain Peek

Oct 17, 2023

In Loving Memory of Charlene M. Peek, a Devoted Mother and Beloved Grandmother.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Charlene M. Peek, a loving mother and grandmother who left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew her. Charlene passed away on Tuesday October 17, 2023, at the age of...

Gloria Marshall

Gloria Marshall

Oct 14, 2023

Gloria Marshall, 96, passed away peacefully on Saturday October 14, 2023. She was a resident of Kingsway Arms Nursing Center.

Gloria was born in Brooklyn NY, daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine Paolone. She worked for Trustco bank in Rotterdam New York where she retired. Gloria was a devoted communicant of Our Lady of Queen of...

Katina Kontakos

Katina Kontakos

Oct 13, 2023

SCHENECTADY - Katina Kontakos, 83 of Schenectady, beloved mother and YiaYia passed away peacefully on October 13, 2023.

She was the daughter of late Christos and Anna Kounoupis. Katina was predeceased by her husband, Gus Kontakos, her son, John Contakos, her two brothers, Jim and Pete Kounoupis.

In 1963 Katina came to the...

Cherri L. Campito

Cherri L. Campito

Oct 13, 2023

BALLSTON LAKE - Cherri Lynne Campito, age 60 of Ballston Lake, NY passed away peacefully on October 13, 2023, after a brief battle with cancer, surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born May 30, 1963 in Schenectady, NY. The daughter of Patricia E. Harr of Albany and George R. Barker of Ballston Lake.

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Ursula K. Greiner

Ursula K. Greiner

Oct 12, 2023

Schenectady - Ursula K. Greiner died peacefully at home on Thursday, October 12th.  She was born on March 14, 1930, the daughter of the late Emil and Marie (Leier) Kanetzky. A lifelong resident of Schenectady, she graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy, Schenectady NY in 1948.

Ursula retired from New York State Tax and Finance in...

Nicole T. Ranieri

Nicole T. Ranieri

Oct 12, 2023

Nicole T. Ranieri, 39, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Thursday, October 12, 2023. Nicole was born in Syracuse, NY but spent most of her life in Scotia, NY. She had a one of a kind personality with a contagious smile. Growing up, Nicole enjoyed modeling, roller skating and playing softball. Nicole is survived by her children, Montana Sheroka...

Kenneth A. Ehrcke Sr.

Kenneth A. Ehrcke Sr.

Oct 9, 2023

Glenville – Kenneth A. Ehrcke Sr., 70, passed away unexpectedly on Monday October 9, 2023. Born in Niskayuna he was the son of Charles and Betty (Morley) Ehrcke.

Ken enjoyed traveling, playing golf and was a volunteer fireman for Thomas Corners Fire Department for 36 years serving Glenville from 1987-2023. Ken worked at General Electric...

Julius E. Pirrone

Julius E. Pirrone

Oct 7, 2023

SCHENECTADY - Julius E. Pirrone, 91, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, October 7, 2023. He was born in Schenectady on January 7, 1932 to the late Raffaele and Felice DeCicco Pirrone. Julius was raised in Schenectady and often crossed the bridge to Scotia where he met, married and raised a family with his first love, Maureen Davidson....

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