John E Donovan Jr
Aug 12, 2021
Rotterdam – John E. Donovan Jr., 72, passed away on Thursday, August 12th, 2021 after a brief illness. John was born in Albany, NY to his parents, the late John E. Donovan and late Mary B. Rissberger Donovan. A lifelong area resident, John graduated from Mohonasen High School. After graduation, he served his country in the Air National Guard. Before...
Michael P Sardella
Aug 11, 2021
Schenectady - Michael, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend to many passed away on August 11, 2021. Born on October 14, 1942 to the late John and Olga Sardella, Mike lived most of his life in Schenectady. After graduating from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1960, Mike enlisted in the US Air Force, where he served until 1964. He was...
Robert Costantini
Aug 8, 2021
Schenectady- On August 8, 2021,after a long battle with cancer Robertpassed away peacefully at home at the age of 56 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Silvi Marina, Italy to Giuseppe Costantini and Carmela Fuschi Costantini. Robert graduated from Schalmont High School with the Class of 1983.He took part in the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid,...
Leslie "Les" R Schultz
Aug 7, 2021
Scotia- Leslie R. Schultz, 94, of Scotia, passed away at Ellis Hospital on Saturday, August 7, 2021. Les was born in Rotterdam on March 13, 1927 to the late Raymond and Jennie (Giffen) Schultz. After attending school in Rotterdam, Les enlisted in the United States Navy. He was employed as a tractor trailer driver for the Golub Corporation where he...
Virginia "Gina" Mogavero
Aug 5, 2021
Niskayuna- Virginia “Gina” Mogavero, 87, passed on August 5, 2021. Born in Readsboro, Vermont on February 12, 1934, a daughter of the late Carlo and Mary Moruzzi. Gina was a graduate of Drury High School, North Adams, MA. For several years she was employed by New England Telephone in North Adams and the former New York Telephone in Schenectady. Gina...
Esther M Carnevale
Aug 5, 2021
Schenectady- Esther M. Carnevale passed away peacefully on August 5, 2021. She was born as Estrina Margaret Iacobucci on May 3, 1922 in Schenectady, New York to Italian immigrants Dominick and Carmella (Califano). For 99 years, Esther was known affectionately as "Bibs" because her elder siblings always considered her the baby of the family. Those siblings Joseph (Lucy DiCocco), Rose...
Cynthia M (Matthews) Bouck
Aug 5, 2021
Rotterdam- Cindy Bouck of Rotterdam, New York, passed away on Thursday, August 5, 2021 due to complications from Alzheimer’s Disease. Born January 8, 1939, in Amsterdam, New York to the late Anthony Matthews and Irene Matthews, she was the second of three children. In 1960, she married the late Bruce Bouck of Schenectady, who was a longtime teacher and coach...
Rosemarie Dipietro
Aug 4, 2021
Schenectady- Rosemarie DiPietro, 84, was taken home in the loving arms of God on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 after a long illness. Born in Schenectady, NY, she was the daughter to the late Vittorio “Joe” Manfredi and Theresa Angilletta Manfredi. She was married to Joseph DiPietro of Rotterdam. Rosemarie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She...
Daniel P Vanderwerken
Aug 4, 2021
Rotterdam – Daniel P. VanDerWerken, 79, died in his wife’s loving arms, surrounded by his children, on Wednesday, August 4th, 2021 after complications from Covid-19. Daniel was born in Schenectady, a son of the late Stanley and Beatrice (Friguletto) VanDerWerken. He graduated from St. Columbus High School in 1960 and then attended SUNY Cobleskill for one year before joining the...
Madeline Dell Aquila Mone
Aug 2, 2021
Glenville - Madeline Dell Aquila Mone, 96, of Glenville, passed peacefully on Monday, August 2, 2021 at the Teresian House in Albany. Madeline was born in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Angelo and Carmela Destino Dell Aquila. She graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in 1943. Madeline worked at a variety of jobs during her lifetime including serving as...
Shannon Lamora Magnano
Aug 2, 2021
Rotterdam - Shannon LaMora Magnano, 32, died unexpectedly on Monday, August 2nd, 2021. Born in Niskayuna, Shannon is the daughter of Kelly Peck Carlson and the late James J. LaMora. She attended Schalmont High School and Schenectady County Community College. Shannon was passionate about hospitality and providing excellent customer service which was evident through her work as a Bartender and...
Thomas Dixon Young
Jul 31, 2021
Rotterdam - Thomas D. Young, age 70, passed away on Saturday, July 31st, 2021 at home with his loving wife by his side. Thomas was predeceased by his brother Donald Young, sister in-law Donna Feulner, and brother in-law David Longo. Thomas was born in Cape Cod Massachusetts to the late Thomas Fuller and Dorothy Dixon Fuller. Thomas was graduate of...
Sallye Leonard Hilton
Jul 28, 2021
RINCON – Sallye W. Leonard Hilton, 85, passed away peacefully July 28, 2021 in Savannah, Georgia. She was born August 6, 1935 in Abilene, Texas, was raised in Charleston, West Virginia, and raised her five children on the seacoast of New Hampshire. Later in life, she married Richard D. Hilton and moved to the Schenectady, New York area where they...
Sergeant First Class Pietro Bucci
Jul 27, 2021
Rotterdam – Sergeant First Class Pietro Bucci, 83, passed away on Tuesday, July 27th, 2021 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center after a brief illness. Born in Alife, Province of Caserta, Italy, Pietro was the son of the late Federico and Addolorata (Pietroccione) Bucci. He immigrated to the United States at the age of 17. Once arriving in the...
Kory R Althiser
Jul 27, 2021
Schenectady- Kory R. Althiser, 31, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. Born in Schenectady, New York, he was the son of Laurie Cohn and the late Lynwood Althiser. Kory was a construction worker with a natural talent for his trade. He enjoyed fishing, being outdoors, and attending family gatherings. He is survived by his Mother, 6 Siblings, and 2...
Rev Dr Alan C Rhodes
Jul 24, 2021
Guilderland, NY– The Rev. Dr. Alan C. Rhodes died on July 24, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany, NY. Dr. Rhodes was born July 25, 1951 in Plattsburgh, NY, the son of Charles Oliver Rhodes and Lillian (Cromie) Rhodes. Rev. Rhodes grew up in Saranac, NY and graduated from Saranac Central School. He then went on to complete degrees...
Donald L Coons Jr
Jul 23, 2021
Schenectady - Donald L. Coons Jr. passed away at his home on Friday, July 23, 2021, he was 67. Donnie graduated from Draper High School in 1972. He worked previously as a machinery operator for General Electric, retiring recently as a Pest Control Technician. Don was not only an avid sports enthusiast but was also well known for his talent...
Consiglia (Mezza) Possumato
Jul 22, 2021
Rotterdam - Consiglia Possumato, 86, was called home to God on Thursday, July 22, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospital surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born in Melizzano, Provincia di Benevento, Italy, she immigrated to New York by boat with her husband Antimo and two children in 1972 to fulfil the American dream. Consiglia was a proud employee at...
Jeffery S Towne
Jul 21, 2021
Schenectady- Jeffery S. Towne, 49, of South Glens Falls and Schenectady passed away on Wednesday, July 21. He graduated from South Glens Falls High School before attending SUNY Morrisville and Niagara University to receive his bachelor’s degree. After graduating he would go on to work as a foreman for Adirondack Beverage Inc. Jeffery is survived by his Fiancé of 13...
Adrienna "Tiny" Harris Carraway
Jul 16, 2021
Adrienna passed away suddenly at her home on July 16, 2021. She was 70 years young. Born May 13, 1951 in Albany, NY, "Tiny" was one of 8 children divinely gifted to Edward J. Harris Sr and Eleanor S. (Teabout) Harris, both deceased. She was a graduate of Mt Pleasant High School, class of 1969. Adrienna came from a very...
