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Dorothy A. O'Rourke

Dorothy A. O'Rourke

2025

Dorothy A. O'Rourke, 101, of Albany NY, wife of the late Jack O'Rourke, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. 

Dorothy lived at home to the age of 99. She and her late husband of 66 years, Jack O'Rourke, lived many happy years in the Village of Colonie. 

She is survived by her son Jim O'Rourke and...

Joann M. Rhoads

Joann M. Rhoads

2025

Troy- Joann M. Rhoads, 72, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025 with her loving family by her side. Joann was the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Patti. Joann was the devoted wife to Randall A. Rhoads. They were married 43 years.

Joann loved to go to the concerts at Powers Park during the summer. She enjoyed bowling, listening to...

Joseph Weis

Joseph Weis

Apr 13, 2025

Joseph William Weis, 49, of Schenectady NY, passed away on Sunday April 13th 2025 after a courageous fight with cancer. He was surrounded by his family. 

Joe was born in Albany. He graduated from Colonie High School and ITT Tech. He served in the US Navy as a E3 firefighter and Internal Communications. Joe worked as the service manager at Sanders...

John R. Pratico

John R. Pratico

Apr 12, 2025

Schenectady - John R. Pratico, 66, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Albany Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Niskayuna, John was the son of the late Paschal and Mary (Longo) Pratico. He graduated from Linton High School in 1977. He earned multiple college degrees from Hudson Valley Community College, A.A., and the State University of...

Raymond F. Martin

Raymond F. Martin

Apr 12, 2025

Raymond F. Martin, 77, of Scotia, passed away on April 12, 2025 at his residence after a short battle with metastatic lung cancer. 

Ray was predeceased by his wife of 55 years, Linda, parents Harold and Gertrude as well as several brothers and sisters. 

He is survived by his daughter Raelynn (John) Creech III, granddaughter Brooke Creech, grandson Kyle (Natalie) Creech and...

Lauri J. Ogden

Lauri J. Ogden

2025

Lauri J. Ogden, 68, wife of Derek J. Ogden, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, with her family by her side. Born on December 13, 1956, she was the daughter of Cosimo and Joan (Williams) Viglione.

Full Obituary to follow

Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Visitation on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm...

Ann Marie Klee

Ann Marie Klee

Apr 12, 2025

Troy- Ann Marie (Davey) Klee, 78, a beloved homemaker, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Viola Davey. Ann Marie was the devoted wife to the late James W. Klee. They were married 55 years.

Ann Marie was born in Troy,...

John Edward Harrigan

John Edward Harrigan

Apr 11, 2025

Delmar- John Edward Harrigan, 85, of Delmar NY died April 11, 2025 in Troy, NY with his family by his side.

John was born August 8, 1939 in Albany NY, to Harry P. Harrigan and Anna Heller Harrigan.

He graduated from CBA and Hudson Valley Community College. He served in the Army National Guard for 6 years. He worked 25 years for...

Helene Y. Bombard

Helene Y. Bombard

Apr 10, 2025

Helene Yvonne Bombard, 88, passed away peacefully April 10, 2025, reuniting with her true love, Roger. Born on July 22,1936 in Peasleeville, NY to her loving parents Joseph and Anna Trombley. Helene married Roger Bombard on June 30,1956. Helene was the beloved mother of Brenda Riley, Tammy Monette and Randy Bombard. Helene, also known as Gma to many, is survived...

Berch Parlakian

Berch Parlakian

Apr 10, 2025

Berch Parlakian passed away after a short illness on April 10, 2025, dying peacefully at home with his wife, Jane, of 55 years by his side. 

Berch grew up in the tenements of New York and moved to Albany following military service. After graduating from Russell Sage, he served most of his career as credit manager at Grassland Equipment and Irrigation....

Andre F. Verreau

Andre F. Verreau

2025

Albany- Andre Frank Verreau, 94, passed away April 10, 2025. Born in Norwich New York to the late Margaret Hanley Verreau and Edwin F Verreau Esq.

Andre graduated from St James Elementary School and St Joseph’s High School in Albany, N.Y.

After high school, Andre passed up an opportunity to attend the University of Notre Dame to join the United States Army.

On...

Charles "Chick" E. Burns, Jr.

Charles "Chick" E. Burns, Jr.

Apr 10, 2025

ALBANY- Charles E. “Chick” Burns, Jr., age 68, passed away surrounded by family after a long battle on April 10, 2025 at Albany Medical Center.

He was born in Albany, the son of the late Charles E. Sr. and Annie Burns.

Chick was a long time employee at Freihofer’s Bakery. In his spare time he enjoyed traveling and spending time with his...

Gary M. Chapman

Gary M. Chapman

2025

Albany- Gary M. Chapman, 69, passed away April 09, 2025 with loving family and friends at his side. Gary was the son of the late Leonard C. Chapman and Dorothy Chapman.

Gary served as a proud United States Marine from 1973-1977. He worked at, Atria Senior Living as a driver for 10 years. He was a proud member of the Zaloga...

Thomas F. Spenard

Thomas F. Spenard

Apr 9, 2025

Troy- Thomas F. Spenard, 60, passed away suddenly Wednesday, April 9, 2025 with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Jeffrey, Sr. and Ellen Spenard. Tom was the devoted husband to Karol L. Spenard. They were married 26 years.

In addition to his wife, Tom is survived by his sons, Justin and Tyler Spenard; his...

Brian Ohlman

Brian Ohlman

Apr 9, 2025

Albany- Brian C. Ohlman, 69, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

Brian was born in Albany, NY he was the son of the late Richard J. and Marion E. Ohlman.

Brian is predeceased by his loving wife, Marion Knowles- Ohlman and sisters Vivian Van Allen and Janet Price.

Brian was a one of a kind carpenter. He enjoyed creating...

Robert V. Outlar

Robert V. Outlar

2025

Robert V. Outlar, 61, husband of Kim Knox of Schenectady, NY, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. 

Friends and family are invited to attend a Memorial Visitation on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm with a Funeral Service to begin at 12:00 pm, at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie NY 12205....

Lorraine D. Kingsbury

Lorraine D. Kingsbury

2025

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Lorraine (Babcock) Kingsbury, who entered eternal life on Monday, April 7, 2025. She was born in Wellsville on October 19, 1939, to the late Winfield Babcock and Yvonne Babcock (Rowland). Lorraine is also preceded in death by her sister, Ellie.

In the 1960s, she relocated to Albany and later retired from the New...

Carmine Berghela Sr.

Carmine Berghela Sr.

Apr 7, 2025

ALBANY - Carmine Berghela, Sr., 89, a lifelong resident of Albany, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Monday, April 7, 2025.

A retired foreman and laborer for Laborers Local 190 for 50 years. Carmine was a hard worker all his life, committed to providing for his family. As a Union Laborer, he was part of many Albany building...

Ronald C. Richards, Jr.

Ronald C. Richards, Jr.

Apr 6, 2025

Ronald C. “Pito” Richards Jr., 84, passed away on April 6, 2025.

Ron was born in Burlington, VT, on June 4, 1940, the son of the late Helen and Ronald Richards.

He was raised in Albany and graduated from Philip Schuyler High School in 1958. He lived fully, becoming a paratrooper at 18 (yes, the first plane he ever went on, he...

Dorothy Pusz

Dorothy Pusz

Apr 6, 2025

Dorothy Pusz, 95, of Schenectady, passed away on April 6, 2025 at Our Lady of Mercy Care with her daughters by her side.

She was born on April 5, 1930 to the late Casimer and Clara (Kozlowski) Kislowski in Syracuse, NY.

Dorothy really enjoyed life and lived it to the fullest. She had an amazing sense of humor and she was loved...

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