Gustino "Gus" Luciani
Nov 20, 2017
Obituary – Gustino P. Luciani Gustino “Gus” Luciani, a life-long resident of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2017 after a long illness. Son of Angelo and Emma Luciani, and brother of the late Elena Luciani-Testa, Gus was born on July 10th 1930. Gus was a family man; he was a dedicated husband, a compassionate father, and a loving...
Elizabeth "Betty" (Franco) Digesare
Nov 17, 2017
Guilderland – Elizabeth “Betty” DiGesare, 86, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday November 17, 2017 with her loving family by her side. Born in Watervliet, Betty was a longtime member of Calvary Tabernacle Church and more recently at Bethel Full Gospel Church. When her husband Leo started his Plumbing & Heating business shortly after they...
Alan Richard Vanderwood
Nov 16, 2017
Rotterdam, NY – Alan Richard Vanderwood, 71, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center. He was born on May 4, 1946 in Albany, NY, a son of the late Richard and Rose Ritter Vanderwood. Al enlisted in the United States Navy and was a member of the SEABEE’s and served during Vietnam....
Norma M (Tunke) Bright
Nov 15, 2017
Rotterdam – Norma M. Bright, 87, passed away Wednesday November 15, 2017 at the Capstone Center. Born in Schenectady and a lifelong resident of Rotterdam, Norma was the daughter of Paul and Hedwig (Hanke) Tunke. She was a 1947 graduate of Draper High School and then attended NY Spencer Business Institute until 1950 at which time she became employed by...
John Petricco
Nov 15, 2017
Guilderland - John Petricco, loving husband of the late Elena (Festuso) Petricco, died Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at St. Peter’s Hospital. John was born on January 25, 1926 in Schenectady to the late Frank and Maria Petricco. John proudly served his country during WWII and the Korean conflict as a Signalman and Quartermaster in the U. S. Navy. He received...
William Bill Reimann
Nov 14, 2017
William “Bill” Herman Reimann, 73, of Princetown passed away after a long illness on November 14, 2017. Bill was born in Brooklyn, NY on March 15, 1944 to William Herman Gustav and Anna Julia (Behnke) Reimann. He was raised in Princetown with sister, Jeannette. He described himself as shy and not very talkative as a child; which he clearly made...
Michelle Lynn Ralston Tote
Nov 14, 2017
Rotterdam – Michelle Lynn Ralston Tote, age 45, departed this world to be with Jesus on Tuesday, November 14th, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Schenectady, Michelle was the daughter of David and Marietta (Galka) Ralston. A graduate of Guilderland High School and Ellis Hospital School of Nursing, Michelle earned her Registered Nurse certification and enjoyed 25 years...
Stella (Dominelli) Amiccuci
Nov 14, 2017
Stella Dominelli Amiccuci Stella Dominelli Amiccuci, 94, entered the Gates of Heaven to be with her Lord, on November 14, 2017. Stella was born on December 4, 1922, and was a lifelong resident of Schenectady, New York. She was the daughter of the late Salvatore and Loretta (St. Angelo) Dominelli, and sister of the late Vincent G. Dominelli. She was...
Frank Viscusi
Nov 12, 2017
Frank Viscusi June 26, 1937 – November 12, 2017 Frank Viscusi of Princetown, New York entered the Gates of Heaven to be with his Lord on November 12, 2017 in his home surrounded by his loving family. Frank was born in Squille, Italy on June 26, 1937. Frank is the beloved husband to Maria Viscusi who he adored and created...
Libra J (Pantalone) Decesare
Nov 9, 2017
Libra J. DeCesare, 80, of Schenectady, NY passed away suddenly and peacefully at home on November 9, 2017. She was born on March 18, 1937 in Schenectady, NY, the daughter of the late Sabatino Pantalone and Louise Mastroianni Pantalone of Schenectady, NY. She was predeceased by her older brother Carmen Pantalone, her best friend and loving husband of 52 years,...
Dewey C Grant
Nov 6, 2017
Rotterdam- Dewey C. Grant, 85, of Rotterdam passed away on Saturday November 4, 2017surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Meridale NY in 1932 a son of the late George and Rachel Grant Dewey served in the United States Army during the Korean War being honorably discharged in 1954, He married the former Catherine Rose Roberts and enjoyed...
Sandra Diane (France) Lawrence
Nov 5, 2017
Rotterdam- Sandra Diane Lawrence, 69, of Rotterdam passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on November 5, 2017. She was born on November 15, 1947 in Schenectady NY to James and Anna Violet France. She was a lifetime resident of Schenectady. She was a happy, fun loving wife, mother and grandmother who loved her family dearly. Sandy graduated...
Charles H Peek Jr
Nov 5, 2017
Charles H. Peek Jr., 79, of Rottedam died Sunday, November 5, 2017 at Ellis Hospital. Born in Schenectady, Charles was the son of the late Charles H. and Virginia Wickham Peek. He graduated from Draper High School in Rotterdam. Charles worked at General Electric for many years, retiring in 1996 as a Shipping Supervisor. He enjoyed spending time with his...
Dino Joseph Dell Veneri
Nov 3, 2017
Rotterdam- Dino Dell Veneri 85, of Rotterdam passed away peacefully on November 3, 2017 at Ellis Hospital surrounded by his beloved family. He was born Rutland VT in 1932 a son of the late Dominic and Josephine Dell Veneri. He was educated in St Peter’s School in Rutland Vt.. He married Antoinetta Grasso on April 2 1964. For many years...
Arlene Carrozza Eady
Nov 2, 2017
Rotterdam- Arlene Carrozza Eady entered into eternal rest on November 2, 2017 with her loving and devoted children and her family at her side. Arlene was born in April 8, 1934 the loving daughter of the late Anthony and Amelia Carrozza. She was a 1952 graduate of Nott Terrace High where she was chosen best dressed of her class. She...
Peter Armond Fowler
Nov 2, 2017
After a brief, vicious battle with cancer, Peter Fowlerpassed away in his home November 2, 2017, surrounded by family and loved ones. Peter brought spirit and adventure to everything he did. He was a daredevil, and an outdoorsman. He believed in doing the right thing, even when nobody was looking. He made a deep impression on everybody he met, believed...
Salvatore Michael Gaudio
Nov 2, 2017
Schenectady - Sal Gaudio, 92, passed away peacefully at Ellis Hospital on November 2, 2017. Born in Schenectady, NY on December 7, 1924 he was the son of Charles & Genevieve Gaudio. He joined the Navy during WWII and was stationed on the Island of Guam. After the war Sal completed his education at Mont Pleasant High School, Ithaca College...
Mary V (Canali) Caprara
Nov 1, 2017
Wake Forest, NC – Mary Victoria Caprara, age 89, formerly of Schenectady, passed away on Wednesday, November 1st, 2017. Mary was born in Schenectady and was the daughter of the late Henry and Laura Canali. Mary was loving, warm and welcoming to all. She was a mom to many, not just her own children. Having the gift of finding the...
Maria Mastroianni Tote
Oct 31, 2017
Rotterdam-Mary “Maria “ Mastroianni- Tote, 79, of Rotterdam has gone to be with the Lord On October 31, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in 1938 in Pianopoli, Italy. Daughter of the late Giuseppe and Giuseppina Mastroianni. Her beloved husband Gino predeceased her in 1986. Mary was a communicant of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church and...
Walter T Parks
Oct 30, 2017
Latham – Walter T. Parks, 85, passed away Monday October 30, 2017 at St. Peter’s Hospital. Born in Ballston Spa, he was the son of Walter and Margaret Parks. Walter graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School and the Technical Electrical Course. Walter was a master toolmaker for the Watervliet Arsenal retiring in 1992 after 34 of service. He enjoyed golfing,...
