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Mary Elizabeth Roney
Aug 29, 2024
ALBANY - Roney, Mary Elizabeth of Guilderland - Mary E. (Mary Beth) Roney, 70, died suddenly at home on August 29, 2024, She was the cherished daughter of the late Winifred and Edward Roney. Beth graduated from the College of St. Rose, and worked many years at the NYS Dept. of Labor, retiring as an unemployment specialist.Beth was a kind,...
Marjorie Frances Vosburgh-Chappell
Aug 29, 2024
Marjorie Frances Vosburgh-Chappell left this life on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the age of 84, just 3 weeks shy of her 85th birthday. Marjorie was the daughter of the late Olga Lawton and had the privilege of being raised by Frances E. Vosburgh, M. D., on their farm in Albany, NY. Marjorie attended Voorheesville Central High School and worked...
Alan "Al" J. Soto
2024
Alan John Soto, born July 1, 1949 to the late Mildred (Cox) and Eliesel Soto; passed peacefully on Thursday August 29, 2024.
Alan served in the Air Force for a time, was a HAM radio operator and enjoyed spending his time hunting and fishing throughout his years. Alan is preceded in death by his parents, Eliesel and Mildred Soto.
He is survived...
Helen S. Gaige
Aug 29, 2024
Helen Virginia Stengel Gaige passed away, August 29, 2024, in her hometown of Saratoga Springs, NY. Helen was born Arril 25, 1928, in Allentown PA. She was preceded in death by her parents Helen Toppy Stengel and Leo Samuel Stengel; her husband Herbert Samuel Gaige and by her cherished daughter Rebecca Gaige-Troxell. She is survived by her son Herbert Samuel...
Tracy A. Merckx
Aug 28, 2024
East Greenbush- Tracy A. Merckx, 52, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Francis and Shereta Gardner. Tracy was the devoted wife to Daniel J. Merckx. They were married 21 years.
Tracy enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family and her dogs and other animals and attending local fairs.
In addition to...
Carol E. Hibbard
Aug 28, 2024
Albany- Carol E. Hibbard, 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at her home with her loving husband by her side. She was the daughter of the late Thomas and Catherine West. Carol was the devoted wife to Eugene J. Hibbard. They were married 65 years.
Carol enjoyed spending time with her entire family and loved cooking for them.
In...
John Henry Ortgies, Sr.
Aug 28, 2024
GUILDERLAND - John Henry Ortgies, Sr. age 65, passed away on August 28,2024 at his residence.
He was born in Schenectady, the son of John Herman Ortgies and Frances Girardot Ortgies. John graduated from Mohonasen High School in ‘77 and left for Navy boot camp in January of ‘77 enlisting in the U.S. Navy and was honorably discharged as a Master...
Samuel J. Barr
2024
East Greenbush- Samuel J. Barr, 78, passed away on August 28,2024. He was born October 8, 1945 in Troy, NY to the late Samuel and Nora S. (Doherty) Barr.
After graduating from Troy High School Class of 64’, Sam was called to serve in the U.S. Navy in 1966 and served his country for 2 years aboard the USS Gainard and...
Agnes Marsh
Aug 27, 2024
Agnes V. Marsh died peacefully with her son by her side on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at the Eddy Memorial Geriatric Center where she resided for nearly seven years after a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease.
She was predeceased by her parents: Harry J and Etola S Myers; brothers: Jim and Tom; her beloved husband, Robert T Marsh (2012); daughter Deborah J...
Lynn Marie Dunn
2024
Lynn Marie Dunn, 76, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. She was born on February 3,1948 and was the daughter of the late Alfred and Alice (Barney) Gareau. She graduated from Cardinal McCloskey High School in 1965. She worked at the National Commercial Bank and Trust Co before she became a homemaker and then worked...
Sonja LaVaughn Morris
2024
At the request of the family, services will be private.
Full obituary to follow.
Jason B. McGowty
Aug 26, 2024
Jason B. McGowty, 39, passed away suddenly on August 26, 2024.
Jason was larger than life, he was always ready with a funny joke or story and left a smile on your face.He was a fun-loving, caring, protector to anyone he knew. Jason worked for Mohawk heating for several years before deciding to open his own business, JBM Heating and Cooling,...
Charles "Charlie" J. Leto
2024
Charlie Leto, 78, passed away on August 26, 2024. Born in Albany, NY, he was the son of the late Mary Ann (Reehl) and Samuel Leto and was predeceased by infant brother, John.
Charlie is survived by Ann Scherbyk Leto; son, Daniel, granddaughter Bella, Rose Guyett; son Jeffrey Leto; daughter Gina Leto (Chuck Newman), Mary Ellen (Hanchett) Leto, sons: Samuel, Salvatore...
Leila A. Williams Jones
Aug 26, 2024
Albany- Leila A. Williams Jones, 83, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 26, 2024. Born in Augusta, GA she was the daughter of the late Frank and Victoria Williams.
Leila enjoyed going to church and studying the bible. Above all she loved spending time with her family.
Leila is survived by her son Eric Pennick and daughter in law Bridget....
Helen L. Lake
2024
Helen Louise Lake, 93, wife of Danning D. Lake of Scotia, passed away Monday, August 26, 2024 at the Teresian House Center for the Elderly, Albany, NY.
Born November 24, 1930, in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Joe Sr. and Virginia Bishop.
Mrs. Lake attended Bryant High School in Queens, NY, and then worked as a switchboard operator...
Michael G. Creighton
2024
Saratoga Springs- Michael Creighton, 72, passed away Sunday, August 25, 2024 at his Inpatient with Wesley Nursing & Rehabilitation . Michael was the son of the late Madeline F. Creighton. Michael was the devoted husband to the late Linda E. Mace Creighton. They were married 47 years.
Michael was an avid reader of the NY Post and fan of the NY...
Louis J. Kurtzner
Aug 24, 2024
Albany - Louis J. Kurtzner, 81, passed away suddenly on August 24, 2024. Lou was born on July 27, 1943 in Albany, NY to the late Edwin W. and Marie Joerg Kurtzner. He was a graduate of Colonie Central High School and earned his Associate's Degree from Mohawk Valley Community College.
Lou was an Eagle Scout, he enjoyed bowling and golf....
Carla J. Hill
Aug 24, 2024
Carla J. Hill, 70, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 24, 2024 after overcoming a short battle with esophageal cancer.
Carla was the daughter of the late Carlton and Maxine (Orr) Hibbard. Carla was the devoted wife of over 55 years to the late Nelson H. "Sonny" Hill, who passed in January 2024.
Carla enjoyed going to concerts, collecting Native American Art,...
Rose Skubis
Aug 24, 2024
Rose R. Skubis (1925 - 2024)
Rose Skubis, 98, of Schenectady, passed away on August 24, peacefully and quickly at her home, surrounded by her family.
She was born in Herkimer, NY, December 27, 1925, to Pietro Cristiano and Maria Concetta Varano Cristiano who emigrated from Italy. Rose attended Herkimer schools and often recounted stories of fun times growing up with her...
