Michelle J. Quackenbush
Feb 16, 2023
Michelle J. Quackenbush of Rotterdam, entered into eternal life at age 47 on February 16, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family. Michelle was born August 22, 1975, in Niskayuna and grew up in Scotia, graduated Scotia-Glenville. After earning her paralegal degree at SCCC and obtaining her Realtors License, after which she worked for various law firms. Michelle met...
Walter Joseph Willard Sr
Feb 16, 2023
TROY-Walter J Willard, Sr passed away quietly on February 16, 2023, at the Eddy Memorial Geriatric Center in Troy at 93 years of age. He was born March 16th 1929 to the late Andrew and Mary Willard in Troy NY. He began working throughout high school for Freihofer's bakery truck/wagon. He entered the service after graduating from Catholic Central High...
Wendy H. Mitchell
Feb 16, 2023
COLONIE- Wendy Horton Mitchell, 62, passed away on Thursday, February 16, 2023, peacefully in her sleep. The daughter of the late Barbara and Donald Horton. Wendy was known for her passion for baking and cooking and no one left the house unhappy or hungry. She was equally passionate about her friends and family. The favorite part of her day was...
Joyce Marie Mckinley
Feb 16, 2023
Albany- McKinley, Joyce Marie of Albany, NY sadly left us on February 16, 2023. She is survived by her longtime partner Steven Nobles, son Mike McKinley and granddaughter Mavis McKinley of Burlington, VT, and daughter Maureen Hazen, grandson Jimmy Hazen, and granddaughter Ellie Hazen of Tallahassee, FL. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday February 23, 2023...
Jacqueline Marie Kindlon
Feb 15, 2023
Jacqueline Marie Nash Kindlon of Colonie, NY passed away on February 15, 2023. Jacqueline was born July 14, 1986 to Tina Marie (Basco) Yattaw and William J. Nash III.Jacqueline was predeceased in death by her grandfathers, Joseph J. Basco and William J. Nash Jr., her father William J. Nash III and her uncle Daniel M. Nash. She is survived by...
Margaret Ann Diefenderfer
Feb 14, 2023
Margaret Ann Diefenderfer, age 79, wife of Anne L Kinsman died quietly on February 14, 2023 in her Albany, NY home.Born on June 19, 1943 in Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, Margaret (Peggy) was the daughter of William E. and Margaret G. Aschman.Peggy was a graduate of Pennsylvania State University and Bryn Mawr College. She worked as a social worker but made her...
Donna Lee Mckinley
Feb 14, 2023
COHOES - Donna Lee McKinley, 69, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. Donna was born on August 3, 1953 in Troy and was the daughter of the late Charles and Doris (Bailey) Fitzgerald. She was a seamstress for Standard Manufacturing in Troy and Swanknit, Inc. in Cohoes. She was also a door greeter at Sam's Club in Latham. She...
Joan L. Farrigan
Feb 14, 2023
ALBANY-Joan L. Farrigan "Joanie", 89, has passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, being reunited with the love of her life of 64yrs Bob..Joanie was born and raised in Troy, NY to the late Clement and Dorilla Jubert on Feb. 2, 1934.Joan married the love of her life Bob on July 15, 1956, and together they raised their family...
Barbara Neal
Feb 14, 2023
SCHENECTADY- Barbara Neal, 74, a lifelong Schenectady resident, died unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, February 14, 2023.Barbara was predeceased by her parents, Adam and Cecelia Samelski.She graduated from Mont Pleasant High School and began working at General Electric for 19 years. Barbara returned to school to earn a business degree at Spencer College. She then worked for several small firms...
Clarence Edward Duell Jr.
Feb 14, 2023
Albany- Duell, Clarence Edward, Jr. "Ed", 54, of Albany, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, in Albany Medical Center Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Ed was the son of Charlotte A. (Crossman) Duell and the late Clarence Edward Duell of Albany. He is predeceased by his brother, Benjamin F. Duell, and his stepdaughter, Brianna Beebe. Ed had many...
Irene Smith
Feb 14, 2023
Glenville- Irene (Szot) Smith, 73, died peacefully at home on February 14, 2023 surrounded by her family. Irene grew up in South Troy after her family immigrated from the Ukraine. She was one of 8 children. Irene married the love of her life, Jack (John) Smith at just 20 years old and they enjoyed 52 1/2 years of marriage. They...
Mary A.Shields Niles
Feb 14, 2023
COLONIE – Mary A. Shields Niles, 82, of Colonie, passed away peacefully on Valentine's Day. Born in Piercefield, NY, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Katherine O'Connor. Mary was a resident of Colonie for 55 years. She worked for many years as a Health Benefits Coordinator for South Colonie Central School District from where she retired. Mary...
Mark Matthews
Feb 13, 2023
Mark Chandler Matthews, age 67, passed away suddenly on February 13, 2023 in Albany, New York. Born at Harlem Hospital on September 4, 1955, he was the first son of the late Adelade Matthews and the eldest of six siblings. He is preceded in death by his mother, sister Deborah Matthews, grandmother Wilmont Chandler-Greenidge, and grandfather Cyril Greenidge. Mark grew...
Gary L. Flaherty Ii
Feb 13, 2023
Colonie- Gary L. Flaherty II, 57, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2023. Gary was employed with the National Guard at the Watervliet Arsenal for 35 years as a Supply Technician and Supervisor until his retirement. He was known for his outgoing, caring and empathetic personality, and was always willing to lend a helping hand.Gary is survived by his son,...
Louis G. Gladstone
Feb 13, 2023
Menands-Louis G Gladstone 69, of Menands, passed away suddenly Friday, February 13th at Albany Medical Center Hospital. He was born in Queens and was the son of the late David and Mildred Gladstone. Louis worked for many years for New York State Dept. of Social Services. He is survived by his beloved wife Judith L Gladstone. The family wishes to...
Allyson Rose Butterbaugh-Nadler
Feb 12, 2023
ALBANY- Allyson Rose Butterbaugh-Nadler, age 56, passed away on February 22, 2023 from complications of Frontotemporal Dementia at Albany Medical Center. She was born in North Tarrytown, NY, the daughter of Melvyn Butterbaugh and Barbara Haverly. Allyson is survived by her children: Leon, Nico, Vick, and Vaughn; and was predeceased by her daughter Rachael Marietta Nadler.She is also survived by...
Cassidy Gorman Callaghan
Feb 12, 2023
Albany- Callaghan Gorman Cassidy, 22, It is with great sadness, we announce the loss of Cassidy Gorman Callaghan, who died suddenly on Sunday, February 12, 2023. Cassidy was born on April 29, 2000 in Albany NY, to Meg (Margaret) Gorman and the late Bryan Callaghan. From the day she was born you knew that she had an old, beautiful, amazing,...
Charles Abunaw
Feb 11, 2023
Chuck attended public schools in the North Colonie Central School District. His first job was delivering newspapers, which made him known throughout the neighborhood. Chuck kept small snakes in a terrarium, which was a major attraction with his friends. He also collected Star Wars, He-Man and WWF action figures. He attended Calvary United Methodist Church with his family. At age...
Jean F. Mcrae
Feb 10, 2023
Jean F. McRae, 93, daughter to the late Clarence C. and Ruth A. (Hopkins) McRae, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 10, 2023. Jean graduated from Albany Business School, worked for many years at A&P, and later retired as Office Manager at Certified Allergy of Albany NY. She loved Mah-jongg, doing puzzles, and playing solitaire. Jean would often be found...
Lena Helen Massa
Feb 9, 2023
JAMESVILLE - Lena Helen Massa, 88 of Jamesville, passed away on Thursday February 9, 2023. She was born in Niagara Falls, NY on June 26, 1934, a daughter of the late Antonio and Christina D'Andrea. She met her husband at a USO Dance while he was serving in the Army, stationed in Niagara Falls. Lena married Frank Massa on August...
