Jan 5, 2025

Jan 4, 2025

 ALBANY-- Susan Marie Shea 70, of Albany, beloved sister and aunt passed away on January 4, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Susan faced her illness with incredible strength and grace and died peacefully at home surrounded by her family. She was born in Albany on January 1, 1955, the daughter of the late John F. and Anna M....

Jan 3, 2025

Colonie – Kathleen V. (Williams) DePaulo, age 85, of Colonie passed away in her home on January 3, 2025 with her loving family by her side.

 Born on September 3, 1939 in Albany, NY, she was a Class of 1957 Graduate of Phillip Schuyler High School where she made wonderful life-long memories and was fondly referred to as “Willie”. Kathy worked...

Jan 3, 2025

ALBANY- Cory A. Wickham, age 55, passed away surrounded by his loving family on January 3, 2025 at St. Peter’s Hospital after a courageous battle with Cancer.

He was born in San Bernardino, CA, son of Marjorie (Dave) Bauer-Kimmel and Richard (Carol) Wickham.

Cory was a lifelong resident of Albany, NY, where he is well known for his Car Audio expertise. In...

Jan 2, 2025

Barbara A. Furthman, 70, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 2, 2025 with her loving family by her side. She was born in the Bronx, the daughter of the late James and Edna (Cahill) Jackson. 

Barb was a member and a communicant of St. Pius X Church. She graduated in 1979 from Misericordia Nursing School. She worked for St. Peters Hospital,...

Jan 1, 2025

Ballston Spa- Carol A. Connell, 77, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was the daughter of the late Miner and Caroline Schulz. Carol was the devoted wife to Daniel P. Connell. They were married 57 years. 

Carol worked as a Medical Records Clerk for NYS Capital District Psychiatric...

Jan 1, 2025

SCHENECTADY- Charles H. Rector, age 81, passed away on January 1, 2025 at the Palatine Nursing Home.

He was born in Albany, the son of the late James and Dorothy Rector.

Charles served in the US Air Force from 1965-69 and was honorably discharged.

Charles worked as a Video Production Consultant.

He enjoyed working on his train layouts and had a huge love for...

2025

Hilda F. Griessel, 97, wife of the late Richard W. Griessel, entered into eternal life with our Lord on January 1, 2025, peacefully, after battling Alzheimer’s for many years. Hilda was born in Leigh, Nebraska on January 26, 1927, to Henry Rabeler and Eunice Holm.

After graduating from Albany Business College, Hilda was employed as a secretary for ALCOA Aluminum Company...

Jan 1, 2025

Grace D. Morton, 99, passed away on January 1, 2025, at Eddy Village Green in Cohoes, New York, following a brief illness. She was born in Providence, Rhode Island on August 12, 1925, and was the daughter of the late Harry and Hazel Dobson. Grace’s first ex-husband, Anthony S. Harrison and her second ex-husband, Joseph Morton, and her brother, Louis...

Dec 30, 2024

Cynthia J. Bower (Hatheway- Farquharson), 98, left this world peacefully on December 30, 2024.

Cynthia was born in Hartford, CT on September 24, 1926 to the late Robert and Olive Hatheway. She would eventually follow her sister, Nancy, to Hoosick Falls, where she would meet her first husband, the late Albert Farquharson.

Throughout her life, Cynthia would share her memories with her...

2024

Patricia Ann Davis, 70, of Albany NY, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024. 

Family and friends are invited to attend visitation will take place on Friday, January 10, 2025, from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm with a Celebration of Life service to follow at 12:00pm. This service will be livestreamed. The link to view the service will be available shortly. 

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Dec 28, 2024

EAST GREENBUSH – Paul Silverstein passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at the age of 74. Paul was born April 27,1950 in Albany, N.Y. to the late David Silverstein and Mary Zaleska Silverstein. He was predeceased by his brother Philip Silverstein and his sister Frances Silverstein DeLara. 

Paul is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Carol Ann...

Dec 28, 2024

Latham, NY - Constance L. Newell, 77, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, December 28, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. 

Born on October 1, 1947, in Cambridge, NY; Connie was the daughter of the late Stanley and Pauline Kovage of Hoosick Falls, NY. On June 10, 1972 she married Philip Newell and has resided in the Latham/Cohoes area...

Dec 27, 2024

Maurine Lee Mansourian, 88, of Wynantskill NY passed away peacefully on December 27, 2024. 

Maurine (Renie) was born in Stromsburg, NE on March 13,1936 a daughter of the late Severt and Thelma (Blazer) Peterson. 

Maurine has a BA in Education from SUNY New Paltz and spent most of her life working with people with intellectual disabilities at the ARC in Rensselaer and...

Dec 27, 2024

Syracuse-

Richard M. Sawczak, 43, passed away suddenly December 27th, 2024. He was born in Schenectady to Carol Sawczak and the late Richard S. Sawczak. 

Richard moved to Syracuse and worked as an Engineer for the NYS Dept of Transportation for over 17 years. He loved watching  sports, especially the Boston Red Sox. 

He is survived by his mother Carol, grandfather Edward Sawczak...

Dec 27, 2024

Marsha Rosenberg October 22, 1947 – December 27, 2024 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Marsha Rosenberg at the age of 77. Born to Prim Aubin and Margaret Dudley, Marsha was a cherished sister to Sonny Dudley, Sandy Dudley, Gary Dudley, Alta Aubin, Hallie Rich, and Ann Stewart. 

Marsha was a devoted and loving mother...

Dec 27, 2024

Teddi-jo L. Cook, 53, passed away Friday, December 27, 2024 at Samaritan Hospital with her loving family by her side. Teddi-jo was the daughter of Shelley Becker and the late Clyde Cook, Sr.. 

Teddi-jo was the devoted companion to David. 

She loved going on vacation to Florida with her family. She enjoyed spending one on one quality time with grandchildren and her...

Dec 26, 2024

William H. Jackson, 64, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024. Per the request of the family, there will be no services held at this time.

Dec 26, 2024

John Joseph Galietta, 60, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024 at the Baptist Health Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Scotia.

John was born on April 1, 1964 in Albany and is the son of Michael P. Galietta Sr. and Antoinette A. (Mayone) Galietta. He worked as a chef for the State Room in Albany for many years.

John enjoyed spending time with...

2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of Kevin Michael VanDermark, on Thursday morning, December 26th, 2024. Kevin was born on May 8th, 1982, and his death has left a void in the hearts of all who knew him.

Kevin is lovingly remembered by his father, John D. VanDermark (Jack), and stepmother, Rhea VanDermark; his mother, Patricia...