Robert Barry Grossman
Jan 26, 2022
Schenectady - Robert Barry Grossman, known as Bob, passed away on January 26, 2022. Bob was born in the Bronx, NY on June 25, 1947 to loving parents, Irving Grossman of the Bronx and his wife, Blanche, born in the United Kingdom. The family later moved to Valley Cottage, NY where Bob graduated from Nyack High School in Rockland County....
Peter M Sgambati
Jan 26, 2022
Rotterdam - Peter M. Sgambati, 91, of Judson Meadows Assisted Living, formerly of East Campbell Road, Rotterdam passed away peacefully at Schuyler Ridge Residential Healthcare on January 26, 2022 with his loving daughter, Cathy and devoted son, Steven at his side. He was born in Amsterdam in 1930, the only son of the late Chiarina and Stephen Sgambati. Peter graduated...
Frederick W Miller
Jan 23, 2022
Rotterdam- Frederick W. Miller, 72, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 23. Born in Troy, NY, he was the son of the late Frederick J. Miller and the late Marion Gould Miller. He was married to Murphy (Kloss) Miller. They were together for 36 years. Fred was a graduate of Waterford High School, where he was voted most popular. He...
Nicholas J Parisi
Jan 23, 2022
Rotterdam – Nicholas J. Parisi, 97, passed away at his home on Sunday, January 23rd, 2022. Nick was born in Amsterdam, NY to his parents, the late Joseph and Lena Parisi. He was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School and went on to earn his Bachelor’s degree from Bryant College. Nick honorably served in the United States Army during...
Benjamin Douglas
Jan 22, 2022
Schenectady- Benjamin Douglas, 40, passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022.Calling hours will be held on Monday, January 31, 2022 from 10am-12pm at the DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home, 1605 Helderberg Ave. Schenectady, NY 12306. A funeral service will follow at 12pm at the funeral home.
James 'Jim' Polito
Jan 21, 2022
Rotterdam - James (Vincenzo) Polito, age 85, of Rotterdam, NY, entered peacefully into eternal rest on January 21, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. James ‘Jim’ Polito was born on April 25, 1936, to the late Salvatore and Benedetta (Arpino) Polito. Jim was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School (Class of 1954). He served in the U.S. Marine Corps....
Harold T (Harry) Brown
Jan 20, 2022
Rotterdam - Sgt. Harold T. Brown, age 91, of Rotterdam, New York passed away on January 20, 2022. Harry was born to Edward and Christina Brown in Manhattan on May 16, 1930. He is survived by his sister (Eileen Martello) and predeceased by five brothers. Harry is also survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Josephine Brown, four daughters:...
Shirley E Prendergast
Jan 20, 2022
Rotterdam- Shirley E. Prendergast, 95, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 20 at the Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Scotia. Born in Amsterdam, NY, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Mildred (Pagie) Faurot. She was happily married to John J. Prendergast for 57 years before his passing in 2005. Shirley graduated from St. Mary’s Institute...
Barbara Ann (White) Eggleston
Jan 16, 2022
Schenectady - Barbara Eggleston, age 76,died peacefully on Sunday, January 16th, 2022 surrounded by her loving family which is how she lived her life. She is survived by her beloved husband, Jim who has been by her side for 54 years. She is also survived by her children Michael (Amy), Jeff (Maria) and Jamie (Laura); her sister Elaine Peretti (Walt)...
Dawn (Kwiatkoske) Koch
Jan 14, 2022
Pattersonville – Dawn (Kwiatkoske) Koch, 49, passed away with her loving mother and husband at her side on Friday, January 14, 2022 after a long battle with diabetes. Born in Schenectady Dawn graduated from Mohonasen High School in 1990 and then went on to attend Schenectady County Community College. For many years she was a manager at the Piercing Pagoda...
Howard H Bohne Jr
Jan 12, 2022
Howard passed away after a brief illness at Cookeville Regional Hospital in Tennessee. He was born in Schenectady, and he loved the U.S Navy, fishing, and Howards Fishing and Tackle Shop which he owned in Rotterdam. He also loved his ‘67 Mustang and his dog Muffy. Howard served in the U.S Navy and was honorably discharged after 20 plus years...
Carl M Troiano
Jan 11, 2022
Rotterdam – Carl M. Troiano, 64, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 11th, 2022. Carl was born in Schenectady to his parents, the late Anthony and Louise Spina Troiano. He was a graduate of Schalmont High School and went on to earn his Bachelors and Masters Degrees from Clarkson University. Carl’s career as an electrical engineer began at Knolls Atomic...
Mario Canestraro
Jan 11, 2022
Rotterdam – Mario Canestraro, 93, passed away on Tuesday, January 11th, 2022. Mario was born April 17,1928 in the town of Sora, Province of Frosinone, Italy to his parents the late Crescenzo and Santa (Riggi) Canestraro. He married his beloved wife, Isabella, in 1951 and made his journey to America in 1955 with Isabella and son Chris following in 1958....
Ann Articolo
Jan 10, 2022
Rotterdam- Ann Articolo, 103, of Rotterdam passed away at her home on Monday, January 10, 2022. Ann was born in Amsterdam NY the daughter of the late Frank and Carmela Ricci Ambesi. She worked for the Woolworth's Department Stores in Schenectady and Niskayuna. Ann retiredafter 26 years as a personnel manager. In addition to her parents, Ann was also predeceased...
Minnie A Lee
Jan 9, 2022
Minnie A. Lee, 92, of Guilderland, died on Sunday, January 9, 2022 at Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation in Scotia. Minniewas born and raised in downstate, NY.In the mid sixties, shemoved to Albany to pursued her Nursing Degree and received her LPN from the Wychoff School of Nursing. She retired after 30 plus years of employment with the VA Hospital...
Richard J Snyder
Jan 9, 2022
Rotterdam - Richard J. Snyder, 74, passed away of natural causes on Sunday January 9th, 2022 at Baptist Health Nursing and rehabilitation in Scotia. Richard was born in Amsterdam NY to the late Richard G. Snyder and Barbara Bleau Snyder. He graduated from Wilbur Lynch High School. Richard’s first job was working for the town of Amsterdam, and from there...
Roseanne (Angerami) Villano
Jan 8, 2022
Rotterdam - Roseanne Angerami Villano, 63, of Rotterdam, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 8th, 2022 at home with her family by her side. Born and raised in Schenectady, Roseanne was the daughter of the late Donald and Marjorie Dell Aquila Angerami. She graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in 1976 and was employed as a secretary for over 30...
Terri Marie (Graham) James
Jan 8, 2022
Schenectady – Terri Marie James, 57, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 8th, 2022. Terri was born in Schenectady and attended Mont Pleasant High School. She was the daughter of the late William and Ada Graham. Terri was a natural helper and care giver, working at Scotia Manor for several years as an aide and cook- a job she truly...
Lorraine P Bisner
Jan 7, 2022
Rotterdam- Lorraine P. Bisner, of Rotterdam passed away at home on Friday, January 7, 2022. Born in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter to the late Edward and Patricia Lawless. She was happily married to the late Edward Bisner for 35 years. Lori was a graduate of Mohonasen High School.She worked various jobs such as accounting and insurance, lastly working...
Robin Jean Alteri
Jan 6, 2022
Rotterdam - Robin Jean Alteri, 61, passed peacefully on January 6, 2022 at Ellis Hospital following a short battle with cancer. Robin graduated from SchalmontHigh School class of 1978. During her high school career, she hosted an exchange student from Chile and in the summer of her senior year studied in Argentina. Robin earned aDoctorate and Professional Degree in Pharmacology...
