Apr 1, 2025

Latham- Donald Charles Wrieden 88, died April 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at St. Peters Hospice. He was born on July 28, 1936, in Queens, NY the son of late William Frederick and Evelyn (Ziegler) Wrieden.

Don graduated from Elementary School PS.54 In Jamaica Queens, Stony Brook High School on Long Island, Syracuse University and Bates University. He received...

Mar 30, 2025

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Troy - Julie B. Jensen, 66, passed away peacefully early Friday morning, March 28th, surrounded by her loving family. Julie was the beloved daughter of the late Anthony and Julia Baris, and the devoted wife to Randy Jensen, whom she was married to for over 37 years.

A lifetime resident of New York, Julie was born in Utica and later raised...

Mar 26, 2025

Albany- George E. DeWitt Sr., age 91, from Delhi, NY, passed away on Wednesday, March 26, at his home in Albany, NY. He was born July 15, 1933, in Delhi, NY.

He married Constance L. Reynolds in 1957 and they had three children, the first born (Jamie) who preceded him. Additionally, he retired from New York State Department of Corrections.

He was...

Mar 26, 2025

Suzanne C. Green, 52, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

She was born in Albany on May 4, 1972, a daughter of the late Howard William and Margaret Charlotte (Sagatys) Green.

She graduated from Niskayuna High School and attended SUNY Cobleskill. Suzanne was a loving and devoted sister and aunt who was deeply loved by...

Mar 26, 2025

Mary D. Gross, 98, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center with her loving family by her side. Mary was the daughter of the late John Justin Dennehy Jr., Zita (Miller) Dennehy and her step-mother Alice A. (Clemens) Dennehy. Mary was the devoted wife to the late John W. Gross for 59 years...

2025

On March 26th, Christine Willams peacefully transitioned from this life into the arms of Jesus. 

Christine was born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island on May 31, 1958, to the late Paul Logan and Irene Facey. She spent a great deal of her early years between Albany and Florida.

A graduate of Albany High, she would go on to work for the State of...

2025

2025

Albany- Jamier Daquan Allen, passed away suddenly on March 23, 2025. He was born April 8, 2000.

Jamier went to Albany school district but later received his GED in 2022 from EOC in Troy, NY.

Jamier was a vibrant individual who showed and receive love from all his family and friends, especially his younger cousins all the kids love Jamier A.K.A Mier...

2025

Donna E. Johnson, 71, wife of William J. Johnson, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at her home with her family by her side after a long courageous battle with cancer.

Born March 20, 1954, in Albany NY, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Elizabeth Conrad.

Donna attended South Colonie High School. She spent many years working...

Mar 24, 2025

Sadie Williams (Chandler)

August 20, 1933 – March 24, 2025

With deep love and cherished memories, we celebrate the life of Sadie Williams, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.

Sadie was born on August 20, 1933, in Greeleyville, South Carolina, to her loving parents, Josh and Ellen Chandler. She was the sixth of ten children, growing up in a...

Mar 24, 2025

Troy-

Daniel F Lamphere, age 77, resident of Troy, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025, following a lengthy illness.

Born in Albany NY, Daniel was the son of the late Dennis and Genevieve Lamphere. He was a devoted husband to Kim Lamphere sharing 36 years of love and adventure.

Daniel was a true fisherman and hunter at heart. He loved nothing more...

Mar 24, 2025

With a heavy heart, we share the passing of Alan (Big Al, Al) Louis Kratzke Sr, 77, husband of Nanette Kratzke of Rotterdam Junction, passed away Monday March 24, 2025 at Ellis hospital surrounded by family.

Born August 26, 1947, in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late William E. Kratzke and June W. Kratzke.

Alan served in the U.S...

Mar 23, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announced the passing of our mom, Mrs. Joyce Walker, who left us peacefully on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at the age of 79. She was Born on February 13, 1946 in Pembroke Georgia. Our Beloved mom was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.

Joyce was a remarkable woman whose kindness, generosity and...

Mar 23, 2025

Shirley L. Valentine , 99, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 23, 2025, with her loving family by her side.

Shirley was the devoted wife to the late Craig H. Valentine.

Shirley was a member of the Colonie Senior Citizens Center. She enjoyed making candy, traveling and riding on her husbands motorcycle. She loved playing BINGO and spending time with her family...

2025

SCHENECTADY - Shirley Sullivan, 88, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025, at her home in Schenectady, N.Y., surrounded by family.Born and raised in Green Island, N.Y., Shirley built a life rooted in family, faith, and a sharp sense of humor. She spent most of her professional life as a dedicated personal assistant and secretary with KPMG LLP in Albany,...

2025

Benita Elizabeth Traynham was born September 10, 1965, in Albany, New York, and earned her wings on March 22, 2025. She was preceded in death by her stepfather Herman L. Traynham, beloved maternal grandparents, James and Mamie White; great grandmother Amelia Washington; Uncles Ulysses and Willie James White; and great uncle Roosevelt Washington.

Primarily raised by her grandparents, Benita learned many...

2025

Alice (Teresa) Keane, age 87, wife of the late Joseph (Pat) Keane, died peacefully on March 21, 2025, in her Albany home. Alice was born in Fermoy, County Cork, Republic of Ireland in 1937, the third of four daughters of William and Alice Griffin. Growing up in Tralee, County Kerry, as a young woman she emigrated to the US where...

Mar 21, 2025

OBITUARY OF

Deacon Kenneth Lavern French

Born Albany, NY – Resided in Colonie, NY.

“A Time to Be Born”

Dea. Kenneth Lavern French was born on May 27, 1940, one of three children born to the late James and Ida French of Albany, New York. He was the father of nine children: six girls, three boys, and a very proud dad, grandfather and great-grandfather....

Mar 20, 2025

Albany – Hien Thi Le, 84, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at St Peter’s Hospital.Hien was born in Vietnam on July 8, 1940. She was a woman of remarkable resilience. At the age of 14, her family fled to South Vietnam in order to escape the North Communist regime. Following the fall of Vietnam in 1975, she...