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Sylvia E. Pohalski

Sylvia E. Pohalski

Feb 4, 2025

Sylvia E. Pohalski, 82, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Rosewood Nursing and Rehab. Sylvia was the daughter of the late William and Louella (Parnell) Rushford. Sylvia was the devoted wife of over 12 years to the late Robert Pohalski. 

Sylvia enjoyed playing BINGO, going shopping and spending time with her family. 

In addition to her parents she was...

Dorothea Lennon

Dorothea Lennon

Feb 3, 2025

Guilderland- With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dorothea Lennon on February 3, 2025. Born on July 6, 1934, in New York City, Dorothea lived a life full of love, kindness, and dedication to her family and friends.

Dorothea grew up in Millbrook, NY, where she formed lifelong friendships and cherished memories. She was a cheerleader and an avid sports...

Krzysztof Matwiejczuk

Krzysztof Matwiejczuk

Feb 3, 2025

Krzysztof Matwiejczuk, 84, husband of Teresa Matwiejczuk of Schenectady, passed away February 3, 2025 at Ellis Hospital. Born January 1, 1941 in Poland, he was the son of the late Jozef and Lucyna Matwiejczuk.

Krzysztof emigrated to the US in 1976, where he met and fell in love with Teresa. Their only daughter, Joanna, was born in 1984. Though a mechanic...

Jean F. Michaniw

Jean F. Michaniw

Feb 2, 2025

Jean F. Michaniw, 75, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at St. Peter's Hospital. Jean was the daughter to the late Francis and Frances Ryan. 

Jean graduated from Vincentian Institute in 1967 before furthering her studies at the College of St. Rose, where she earned a Master's degree in Music Education. Her love for music was not only a career...

Gloria A. Cail

Gloria A. Cail

Feb 2, 2025

Gloria Angela Cail (neé Longo) returned to the angels in the early morning hours of February 2, 2025. She left this plane peacefully in her sleep while in her home with family near. She is survived by many loved ones, including her brother Paul Longo, her sister Fran Howlan, her sisters-in-law Ginny Longo, Mary Caughey, Claudia Longo, and Rose Katy...

Frederick H. Winsor

Frederick H. Winsor

Feb 1, 2025

Frederick Harold Winsor, 87, passed away in the comfort of his home with his family at his side on February 1, 2025. Born July 3, 1937, in Bainbridge, Chenango County, NY, he was the third son of the late Harold and Ida Weir Winsor of Guilford, NY.

In 1955 he graduated from Guilford Central High School and joined the US Air...

Mary G. Zielinski

Mary G. Zielinski

2025

Mary G. Zielinski, 90, wife to George S. Zielinski, passed away at home on Saturday, February 1, 2025. 

Born in San Antonio, TX, she was the daughter of the late Francisco and Elaisa (Navarro) Aguilar. 

Mary worked for 20 years as the 'fastest packer' at Goodmark Foods, Folcroft, PA, and she was the recipient of the 15-year and 20-year Loyal Service Recognition.

In...

Michael A. Durante

Michael A. Durante

Feb 1, 2025

Michael Durante (3/5/33 – 2/1/25)

Michael Anthony (Mick) Durante passed away peacefully at St Peter’s Hospice while holding hands with his beloved wife, Patricia. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Patricia Durante; his sisters-in-laws, Peggy Ritter and Deborah (Fred) Hommel ; and many nieces and nephews. 

Mick was predeceased by his father, Salvatore Durante; his mother, Londa Volpe; his...

Joseph P. Brozowski

Joseph P. Brozowski

2025

Joseph Peter Brozowski, 66, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on January 31, 2025 after a long battle with cancer. Joseph was born in Albany, NY, on October 24, 1958 to the late Anthony J. and Agnes (Wark) Brozowski. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years Doris (Ginter) Brozowski, son Andrew Brozowski...

Jeanette M. Hitchcock

Jeanette M. Hitchcock

2025

Jeanette Mary Hitchcock peacefully passed away on January 30, 2025, in Scotia, New York. She was born on April 18,1929 to Vernon and Nelly Greenley in Adams, New York and attended Adams schools where she met her high school sweetheart, Craig Burt Hitchcock, Jr. They married in November, 1948. 

Her roots in Adams were deep and steadfast. She and her brother,...

Timothy D. Gapp

Timothy D. Gapp

Jan 30, 2025

ALBANY - Timothy D Gapp, 66, of Guilderland passed away Thursday January 30th, 2025 at Albany Medical Center.

He was born on August 29, 1958 in Amsterdam New York. He was the son of the late Theodore L. Gapp and Elizabeth Tarnowski.

Tim attended Voorheesville High School graduating in 1976. He then attended Hudson Valley Community College.

After college he went on to...

Craig F. Wiltse

Craig F. Wiltse

2025

Guilderland- Craig Frederick Wiltse, 56, of Guilderland, NY, died peacefully on January 30, 2025, after a short illness. He was surrounded by family. Born in Baldwinsville, he graduated from Northeast High School in St. Petersburg, FL, in 1987. Craig was a proud US Navy veteran and was awarded two Sea Service Ribbons for his work as an aviation mechanic during...

Helen E. Strassburg

Helen E. Strassburg

2025

Helen Eleanor Strassburg, 101, passed peacefully on January 30, 2025 at Kingsway Nursing Center in Schenectady. Helen was born in the Bronx where her parents owned a bakery which resulted in a lifelong love of cake, pastries, and donuts. She graduated from high school and married the love of her life, the late William Strassburg, whom she met at the...

Elaine P. Crandall

Elaine P. Crandall

Jan 29, 2025

Schenectady- Elaine P. Crandall, 94, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025. Born in Schenectady she was the daughter of the late Charles and Nancy Capullo. Elaine is predeceased by her loving husband, Edward Crandall. 

Elaine enjoyed bowling, going to the casino, playing cards and above all spending time with her family. She was also an avid Yankee and NY Giant...

Martha Taylor

Martha Taylor

Jan 28, 2025

Martha A. Taylor, 90, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at Daughters Of Sarah Nursing Center. Martha was the daughter of the late Gertrude Taylor. 

Martha was a member of the New Covenant Christian Fellowship Church in Albany for several years. She was a longtime employee for the Stratton VA Medical Center. She loved her cats and listening to...

Michael F. Brimhall, Sr.

Michael F. Brimhall, Sr.

Jan 28, 2025

Albany- Michael F. Brimhall, 84, passed from this life to eternity on January 28, 2025. He was born on May 6, 1940 to the late Horace and Agnes (Hurley) Brimhall. The oldest of five children, he is survived by his sister Carol (Vern) Cure and was predeceased by his sisters Pat (Jack) Clark, Kay Brimhall, and his brother Frank. 

Known to...

Antoinette J. Valentino

Antoinette J. Valentino

2025

Schenectady – Antoinette J. Valentino, passed away on January 28, 2025. She was born on August 29, 1927 to the late Constantine and Santina Rotundo.

Antoinette was a housewife all of her life raising her four children. She loved knitting, crocheting and cooking. She enjoyed family get togethers for birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions. She was a loving and devoted...

Betty L. Johnson

Betty L. Johnson

Jan 28, 2025

Betty Louise Johnson (Ross), the beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and friend to many passed away on January 28th, 2025, at her home, surrounded by family and loved ones.

Known lovingly to most as “Granny” or “Gran”, she dedicated her life to her family, especially her grandchildren.

Granny was born February 28, 1951 and raised in Macon, Georgia before moving to...

Jeffrey G. Williams

Jeffrey G. Williams

2025

Jeffrey Glenn Williams (Herc, Mule)

Jeffrey Glenn Williams, affectionately known as “Herc” or “Mule,” was born on October 19, 1960, in Camden, NJ, to Robert Sr. and Gertrude Williams. He entered into eternal rest on January 27, 2025, in Albany, NY, surrounded by his loved ones.

He was raised and educated in Pennsauken, NJ, where he developed a love for working with...

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