2024

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. 

Nov 11, 2024

Albany- Frank A. Szemplinski, Jr., 76, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 11, 2024 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Frank, Sr. and Veronica Szemplinski. Frank was the devoted husband to the late Carol A. VanWormer-Szemplinski. They were married 54 years.

After graduating from High School in 1966, Frank worked...

Nov 11, 2024

Mary Lou Tuck (Smith), 89, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024.

Mary Lou was born March 8, 1935 in Albany, the daughter of the late Walter and Margaret Smith.

She was employed with the Office of Mental Health until her retirement. Mary Lou enjoyed playing cards, attending church, and above all, spending time with her family, with a candy dish over-flowing.

Mary...

Nov 10, 2024

We mourn the loss of Ricky Willis, who passed away on Sunday, November 10th, 2024, at Ellis Hospital. 

Our dearly beloved father, brother, uncle and cousin was a pillar of peace and joy. We respectfully solicit family and friends' support in Ricky's passing. 

You are cordially invited to attend the Memorial Service at New Comer Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie,...

Nov 10, 2024

ALBANY- Delores R. Scott, age 85, passed away on November 10, 2024 at St. Peter’s Hospital.

She was born in Winter Haven, Florida, the daughter of the late Leona Ford and Walter Johnson. She was also predeceased by her husband Roosevelt Scott Jr., her grandson Alvin Henderson Jr., her siblings: Mary Joyner, Robert Ford, Richard Johnson, Walter Johnson, Margaret Davis and...

Nov 10, 2024

Nancy A. DiCerbo, 77, passed peacefully on Sunday, November 10th surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 14, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Isabelle (Celmer) Stec. She was a graduate of Mount Pleasant High School, longtime member of the Stanford Heights Ladies Auxiliary, and a member of the Lisha Kill Seniors.Nancy was a nurse...

Nov 10, 2024

Sandra J. Weir, 71, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2024, with her beloved husband by her side.

Born in Albany, Sandi was the daughter to the late Tony and Jean Seymour.

Sandi was a graduate of Cardinal McCloskey H.S. She retired from the NYS Division of Criminal Justice, where she worked as a fingerprint identification clerk. She met the love of...

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James H. “Jim” Netzer, 72, son of the late Henry and Mary Margaret (Krug) Netzer, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024. Born on December 15, 1951 in Albany NY. 

After High School, Jim went on to study Accounting, and retired after nearly a 40 year career from NY State Department of Transportation in Albany NY. Jim loved music and was...

Nov 8, 2024

Domenica Bozzi Godino, age 83, peacefully passed away surrounded by family on November 8, 2024.

She was born in Italy, the last surviving daughter of the late Marco and Maria Bozzi. She was also predeceased by her husband, Luigi Godino.

Domenica came to America in 1973 with her three children, settled in Queens and then moved to upstate NY and had another...

Nov 7, 2024

Christopher Roland Blais, 67, of West Sand Lake, NY went home to be with the Lord on November 7, 2024, at the Eddy Heritage House. Born May 14, 1957, in Stamford, CT, he was the son of the late Roland E. and Margaret S. Blais.

The family moved to Rensselaer County where Chris pursued a teaching degree, graduating from HVCC and...

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Wynantskill -

Richard Palasz, 62, passed away suddenly on November 7, 2024, at home, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and a zest for life that touched everyone who knew him.

Rick - always the life of the party, always ready with a dad joke was known for his boundless optimism and infectious spirit. Whether he was cracking a joke, playing...

Nov 7, 2024

John D McNulty, 81, of Albany NY, passed away peacefully on November 7th, 2024, with his family by his side, after a brief illness. Born on May 1, 1943, in Long Island, NY, the son of the late Joseph & Lillie McNulty.

He was raised in Albany, NY and after finishing school, enlisted in the United States Army, serving 3 years,...

Nov 6, 2024

Albert "Albie" Karl von Schaaf, 52, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, with his loving wife by his side. 

Albie was the son of the late Karl and Conchetta Garufi von Schaaf. He was the devoted husband to Vicki (McKelvey) von Schaaf.

Albie was an amazing musician, a teacher, a mentor to others; a multi-instrumentalist, but the guitar and his voice were...

Nov 6, 2024

TROY-Janis “Jan” T. Pedersen, 85, of North Greenbush, died Wednesday morning, November 6, 2024, at Riverside Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Castleton, NY, after a long illness. Jan was born at Cambridge Hospital in Cambridge, NY. She was the daughter of the late Robert and Helen Thompson. 

She was a graduate of Salem Academy in Salem, NY, and then graduated...

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Niskayuna- Victor M. Villafane III, 54, passed peacefully from this world on Nov. 6, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He leaves to mourn his wife Angell and five children: Victor M. Villafane IV, Haley Villafane-Velez (Rosslin), David (Marjorie), Marcus (Ana) and Emily and ten beloved grandchildren: He is also survived by his brother Eric Blanco (Mildred) and his sister...

Nov 6, 2024

Nov 6, 2024

Ricardo Stack, age 72, of Guilderland, NY, passed away peacefully at home on November 6, 2024, while napping—just as he had always wanted. Born on October 29, 1952, in Charleroi, PA, Ricardo was the only son of Stanley and Laura Stack. 

Ricardo graduated from Mon Valley Catholic High School and earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University. He...

Nov 6, 2024

Robert Edmond Gorman, 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at Van Rensselaer Manor with his loving family by his side. 

Bob was the son of the late David and Theresa Gorman. 

Bob proudly served with the United States Marine Corps. and the United States Navy. 

He retired from the Menands School District. 

In addition to his parents he was predeceased by...

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Calvin E. Stafford, 89, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. He was born on July 23, 1935 to Earl and Harriot Stafford.

Cal was married to his lovely wife, Fran for 50 years. They had 2 sons, Greg and Kurt.

Cal served 4 years in the U.S Air Force. He enjoyed boat rides at Lake George, traveling and spending time with...