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Maria Lapans
Nov 23, 2024
Rensselaer- Maria Lapins, 96, passed peacefully on November 23, 2024, she died as she lived, every one’s friend. At her request, no services will be held.
In lieu of flowers, her family requests that you perform a act of kindness in her name and donate to the charity of your choice.
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Joan M. Harsen
Nov 23, 2024
Joan was born in Brooklyn, New York, on December 19, 1931 to Marion and Charles Collins. She learned early on to love fairies from her beloved Grandmother.
She married the love of her life, Edward Harsen and raised four children in Bay Shore. They also fostered 14 young children to give them a loving start in life. When her children were...
Elena B. Prezio
Nov 22, 2024
Troy -
Elena B Prezio, of Troy, NY, who originally grew up in Pittstown, NY, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024 after a brief illness. She was born on December 12, 1941 in Troy, NY, the daughter of the late Frank Prezio and Florence Barnes Prezio.
Shortly after her graduation from Troy High School at age 17, she became employed as...
Edward E. Clark, Jr.
2024
Edward E. Clark Jr., 87, husband of Mary Louise Clark passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at the VA Medical Center of Albany after a brief illness.
Born February 15, 1937 in Hollywood California, the son of Edward and Beatrice Clark.
Ed enlisted in the Army in 1957 and upon his discharge he entered the US Army reserve. He was a...
Jeanne M. Flannery
Nov 21, 2024
Jeanne M. Flannery, 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 21, 2024. Jeanne was the daughter of the late Patrick S. and Harriet (Ogden) Flannery.
Jeanne was a member and a communicant of St. Peters Church in Troy.
She enjoyed playing the piano, knitting and spending time with her family.
In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her sister Patricia (John)...
Pamela Mae Hamilton
Nov 20, 2024
Pamela Mae Hamilton, 70, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.Pamela was the daughter of Doris "Dodie" Hamilton and the late Richard Hamilton. She grew up in Poughquag, NY on Emmadine Farm, where she learned to love animals, horse-back riding, and the great outdoors. She participated in the Dutchess County 4H Club...
Dan E. Kirsner
2024
Full obituary to follow.
Friends and family are invited to attend a Memorial Visitation on Sunday, December 1, 2024 from 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm, with a Celebration of Life Service to begin at 1:30pm at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie NY 12205.
Services will be live-streamed for those who can not attend in person. Tune back...
William J. Chen
Nov 18, 2024
Obituary will be posted in the coming days. Service information is listed below.
Joan A. Hutton
Nov 16, 2024
Colonie- Joan A. Hutton, 96, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Mary Schneider. Joan is predeceased by her husband of over 65 years, Doug Hutton.
Joan and Doug were avid golfers with three hole in ones to her credit. Her most cherished...
Jack D. Johnson, Sr.
2024
Jack D. Johnson Sr., age 86, beloved husband of Rose M. Johnson, passed away on November 16, 2024. He was born on June 10, 1938, to the late Walter Johnson and Esther Hill Johnson, the middle of three siblings.
He is survived by his brother Clayton D. Johnson Sr., and his children Jack D. Johnson, Jr. (Lisa), Steven E. Johnson (Geraldine),...
Andrea S. Williams
Nov 16, 2024
Andrea "Shanta" Williams was born to the late Ms. Debora Williams and Mr. Earl Mason Jr. in Brooklyn, New York. Andrea pursued higher education and proudly earned her associate degree in Social Work, reflecting her lifelong passion for helping others.
A Brooklyn native, Andrea relocated to Upstate New York in February 2020. She began working as a Direct Support Assistant for...
Elizabeth Dawn Andrews Rice
2024
Elizabeth “Betty” Dawn Andrews Rice, 95, wife of the late Leo Edward Rice, passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Albany Medical Center.
Born on February 26, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Charles Lewis and Irene Veronica (Albert) Andrews.
She graduated from Chenango Forks Central Schools. Later, she went on to work as a Secretary for the Guilderland...
Robert Russell Cole, Sr.
2024
Robert Russell Cole, Sr., 82 passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024 at Samaritan Hospital in Troy.
Bob was born in Troy, NY at Samaritan Hospital on November 2, 1942 and was the son of the late William Mansfield Cole and Margaret C. (Hanson) Cole Loomis.
Our dad loved life, and especially loved his wife, Carol, who he married in 1982. He...
Ucal A. Francis
2024
Sunrise 03/26/1939– Sunset 11/15/2024
Ucal Azariah Francis was born to his parents, Enid Carr Ewing (Mother) and Clanford Francis (Father) in the district of Water Valley, St. Thomas, Jamaica W.I. He was the last of three children born to his mother and the only child born to his father.
He attended the Thornton Elementary School in St. Thomas, where he attained an...
Carmen Lydia Santiago
Nov 14, 2024
GUILDERLAND—Peacefully and surrounded by her family, Carmen Lydia Santiago passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at the blessed age of 90 years. She fought a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease and congestive heart failure, but she coped resiliently and never lost her sense of humor.
Carmen was born on the beautiful island of Ponce, Puerto Rico on October...
Susan M. Tavernia
Nov 14, 2024
Susan M. Tavernia, beloved mother of two sons, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2024 after a 12-year journey with Dementia, leaving a void her family cannot fill.
Born in Malone, NY July 12, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Gladys Reome Tatro. She graduated from Franklin Academy in Malone, NY.
Susan worked for more than 25 years...
Mark Kenyon
Nov 12, 2024
Delmar-
Mark Edward Kenyon passed away suddenly November 12th, only weeks after his 70th birthday. Mark was born October 22, 1954, in Rome, NY and lived in Delmar since 1967.
A graduate of Bethlehem Central High School and Syracuse University, Mark was an accomplished artist and an extraordinarily knowledgeable art historian. He was employed by the New York State Museum and later,...
Vinod Nair
2024
Vinod “Viny” Nair, 41, passed away unexpectedly on November 12, 2024, in Portland, Oregon. Born on August 21, 1983, in Niskayuna, NY, Viny was the beloved son of Santhamma Nair (Kurup) and the late Krishnan Nair.
Viny’s life was marked by an impressive academic and professional journey. He graduated from Schenectady High School in 2001 and went on to earn a...
Mary Elizabeth Youngs
2024
Scotia- With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mary Youngs, a beloved mother, grandmother, friend, and family member, who passed away on November 11, 2024. Born in Albany, Mary made Scotia her home, raising her family with strength, love, and laughter.
Known for her sharp wit, Mary could light up any room with her humor and kindness. She taught her...
Robert M. Peart
Nov 11, 2024
Albany- Robert M. Peart, 61, died, November 11, 2024. A calling hour will be held on Friday, November 15, 2024 from 11am-12pm. A funeral service will begin at 12pm with interment following at St. Agnes Cemetery.
