Francis Amigo
Dec 29, 2022
Guilderland- Francis "Frank" Amigo, husband of Charlotte Amigo, passed away after a brief illness on the morning of December 29, 2022 in Guilderland New York. Born December 28, 1936 in Bethlehem PA, he was the son of the late Frederick Amigo and Mary C. Heimpel. Frank attended Liberty High School, joined the US Air Force at the age of 18...
John M. Shagalski
Dec 29, 2022
Colonie- John M. Shagalski, 66, passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday, December 29, 2022. John is survived by his wife Linda, his daughter Jessica and his son Michael (April). John was predeceased by his daughter, Kelsey.John was a devoted family man, a music lover, attending concerts with his family and a dedicated dog owner. John enjoyed spending time at...
Angel M. Whelan
Dec 28, 2022
Albany- Whelan, Angel, 31, went home to God on December 28, 2022 with her family by her side. Angel had a sweet disposition and was loved by all who met her. She enjoyed watching TV, listening to music and spending time with her housemates. Angel is survived by her parents, Jim and Maggie. Siblings: Colleen Garbarini, Jim (Rebecca), Dan, Shannon,...
Nuala P. Desacia
Dec 28, 2022
Nuala DeSacia passed peacefully on Wednesday, December 28, 2022. Born on February 13, 1941 in Dublin, Ireland. She was the beloved wife of James DeSacia, for over 54 years. She was born and raised in Ireland and met James in Paris, France. Eventually she moved to NYC where she worked for the United Nations. She and James married and raised...
Charles S. Victor
Dec 27, 2022
On December 27, 2022, Charles Seigfred Victor (70) passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with liver cancer surrounded by his loving wife and family.Originally from Corentyne Berbice, Guyana, Charles was born on February 3, 1952. He is the fifth of ten children born to the late Charlotte (Providence) and Thomas Victor. Charles possessed a love of learning...
Maria Teresa Pereyra
Dec 27, 2022
Latham - Maria Teresa Pereyra, 90, passed away Tuesday, December 27, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. Born May 30th, 1932, in Bogota Colombia, Maria grew up the youngest of 12 children, and relocated to the United States in 1963. A devout Catholic, she was a Eucharistic minister for St Pius X Church in Loudonville, and a co member of...
Dorothy Chaires
Dec 26, 2022
Dorothy Christine Chaires, age 94, of Schenectady, NY, entered into eternal rest on Monday, December 26th, 2022.Dorothy was born on December 1, 1928, to Florence Milledge and Robert Jones.She dedicated over 26 years to service as an English teacher for the City School District of Albany. In doing so, she touched and invested in the potential of many lives. As...
John James Lyons
Dec 25, 2022
John James Lyons passed away unexpectedly on December 25, 2022 at the age of 66, with his loving wife Charlene by his side. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends but we are comforted in knowing he is home with the Lord.John (Jack) was born to the late John J. Lyons and Marjorie A. Patnode on April...
Kathleen Mengel
Dec 25, 2022
Kathleen L. Mengel, 68, of Slingerlands, NY, passed peacefully in her sleep on Christmas morning 2022 in Colonie, NY. Born November 5 1954, in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of Martin and DeGloris Dawson.Kathleen worked for a long time for Albany County in various administrative roles, she loved helping the people she served. Kathy was an avid animal lover,...
Jean-Robert Dodard
Dec 24, 2022
Jean-Robert Dodard, the son of the late Maurice Dodard and Eliane Octavyia Moise passed away on December 24th, 2022 at the age of 71. Jean-Robert was born in Gonaïves, Haiti on December 10, 1951. He resided in Miami, Florida where he retired. He was predeceased by his late sister Junie Alta-Grace Dodard and his late brother Guy Herve Moise. He...
David G. Peters
Dec 24, 2022
David G. Peters, 72, passed away surrounded by his loving family on December 24, 2022. David was born on March 26, 1950 in Gloversville, NY to the late David G. and Eva Mae (Clouthier) Peters. At a young age his parents moved their family to Albany where he would call home for the remainder of his life. David was the...
Scott James Carpenter
Dec 24, 2022
Troy- Scott James Carpenter, 57, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 24, 2022 with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Robert Carpenter and Gayle McCarty. Scott was the devoted partner to Shari Olson. They were together many years. After graduating from high school, Scott went on to proudly serve in the United States...
Shirley A. Nedoroscik
Dec 24, 2022
ALBANY_Nedoroscik, Shirley A., 70, passed peacefully on December 24, 2022, she will be missed but not forgotten.
David Edward Retajczyk
Dec 23, 2022
COLONIE - Retajczyk, David E., 75, called to the Lord on Friday, December 23, 2022 at Ellis Hospital. He was surrounded by his loving family.Born in Schenectady, August 31, 1947, to the late Edward and Francis RetajczykDavid E. Retajczyk is survived by his loving sons, Daniel (Sandra) Retajczyk and Mark (Crystal) Retajczyk; his cherished grandchildren, Priya, Aaron, Rosalee, Redmond and...
Michael John Gagnon
Dec 23, 2022
Michael John Gagnon, 56, passed away surrounded by loved ones on December 23, 2022. Born in the city of Albany, NY, on December 5, 1966.He is survived by his mother Laura Gagnon, his father David Gagnon, his sisters Sandra McGraw & Michelle Murray, his children Mia Gagnon & Michael Bermudez-Gagnon, Stepson Jordan Atchinson, Granddaughter Maddison Bermudez-Gagnon, the mothers of his...
Peter C. Rushia
Dec 22, 2022
Peter C. Rushia, 76, passed away on Thursday, December 22, 2022 with his loving family by his side. Peter was the son of the late Clemis and Catherine Rushia. Peter was the devoted husband of over 54 years to Barbara (Coons) Rushia. He was an Army Veteran, who proudly served in the 1st Air Calvary in Vietnam. He worked for...
Vincent J. Burega
Dec 21, 2022
Vincent "Vinnie B" Burega, 71, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday December 21, 2022 at Ellis Hospital. Born June 4, 1951 in Troy, New York, he was the son of the late Walter and Mary (Hurlbut) Burega.Vinnie attended Shaker High School, where he excelled on the baseball field, and worked for many years as a Purchaser for T.A....
Shante S. Savoy
Dec 20, 2022
Shante Savoy entered into eternal rest on December 20, 2022. She was the daughter of the late Franki Savoy. She is also predeceased by her grandmother Celeste Walters, and her sister Vonnie Mcgrew. Shante leaves to cherish, her mother, Lizzie from Anchorage Alaska; her children, Tony Thompson, Navaeh Savoy, and Lateeya Reilly; her siblings, Audra Mcgrew, Frederick Smith, Barbara Smith...
Ardeth Marie Monzo
Dec 20, 2022
Ardeth Marie Monzo, of Scotia, NY, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2022 at the age of 87.Ardie was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. In celebration of her life, her family requests donations to City Mission (City Mission of Schenectady, PO Box 760, Schenectady, NY 12301, https://citymission.com/donate/) or ASPC (www.aspc.org) in lieu of flowers.
Dorothy Thompson
Dec 20, 2022
Dorothy H. Thompson, 98, passed away December 20, 2022 at Kingsway Arms nursing home. Born in Schenectady NY, she was the daughter of the late Orrie and Flora Smith. Dorothy was a graduate of Hudson Falls high school and later, when her son David was in high school, she graduated with honors from SUNY Albany. She went on to earn...
