Dec 16, 2021

SCHENECTADY - Bertha Henderson, 80, passed away on Thursday, December 16, 2021 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Bertha was born on February 3, 1941 in Paterson, NJ and was the daughter of the late Henry and Carrie (Caldwell) Gist. She was raised and educated in South Carolina and then moved to Schenectady where she attended SCCC for...

Dec 16, 2021

Maria Mantova, 90, of Albany, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2021 at her residence. Maria was born in Siderno, Italy, on June 10, 1931. She was the daughter of the late Domenico and Caterina Mazzone.Maria immigrated from Italy to New York in 1968. She worked in the family owned grocery store, Dante's Market in Albany and was later employed...

Dec 16, 2021

Selkirk- Lisa J. Norris, 51, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 16, 2021 with her loving family by her side. She was the daughter of Gail Norris and the late Thomas Norris. Lisa was the loving partner to Clarence W. Holdren. They were together 12 years. Lisa was an amazing dog trainer who loved her job. Lisa enjoyed spending time...

Dec 15, 2021

Scotia~ On Wednesday, December 15, 2021, Steven Paul Rogowski of Scotia, age 55 passed away peacefully in the loving arms of his daughter at Albany Stratton VA Medical Center. Steve was a 1984 Graduate of Scotia-Glenville High School. After graduating, Steve enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served 4 years aboard the Aircraft Carrier U.S.S. Saratoga CV-60 as an Instrument...

Dec 14, 2021

Niskayuna- Barbara A. Litwa,71, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side, on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. Born in Binghamton, NY she was the daughter of the late Dorothy and Alen F. Bristor Jr. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, David Litwa.In addition to her husband, Barbara is survived by a son Stanley...

Dec 14, 2021

Nayla Dae Dixon, 33, of Schenectady, passed away suddenly on December 14, 2021 at home. She was born on October 1, 1988 in Schenectady, NY. Nayla worked as a CNA for Riverview Nursing Home. She graduated from Bryant & Stratton with her associates in Criminal Justice. Nayla aspired to be a forensic nurse. She loved music of all genres. Nayla...

Dec 13, 2021

James Leslie Haworth III – (September 29, 1943 – December 13, 2021).James Leslie Haworth III, born in Poplar Bluff, Missouri was 78 years old when he passed away suddenly at his home in Rensselaer, NY. He is survived by his son, James Lance Haworth, and 3 sisters, Debra Eisenhower, Dottie Worbel, and Kate Faust. Also survived by Eric Guldfeldt, Sheila...

Dec 13, 2021

Colonie- Lucille Madeline Thomas, 88, of Colonie, New York went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 13, 2021 at Daughters of Sarah Assisted Living Center in Albany, New York. Lucille was born on May 27, 1933 in Augusta, Maine, to her parents Frederick Thibeault and Beatrice (Pare) Thibeault.After High School graduation, Lucille moved to Washington, D.C. and...

Dec 12, 2021

ALBANY- Mary F. Swinegar, 95, wife of the late John P. Swinegar passed away peacefully on Sunday December 12th, 2021. She was born in Rensselaer, on January 6, 1926 to the late Ruth and Charles Miller. She was predeceased by her siblings: Phila Slyke, Jane Bransford and Charles Miller. A life well lived; Mary kept the home fires burning during...

Dec 12, 2021

SCHENECTADY – Michael was a caring and loving son and friend; he left this world suddenly on December 12, 2021 at age 55 to return to his heavenly home.Michael was born in 1966 and was the beloved son of Maria T. Diehl and the late Wallace J. Diehl.After graduating from high school and Hudson Valley Community College, he pursued an...

Dec 11, 2021

ALBANY - Philip J. "Phil" DiMaggio, passed away on December 11, 2021. We are bereft that our beloved and loving brother Philip J. "Phil" DiMaggio, 69, was unexpectedly carried away into eternal life due to a sudden illness at home. A lifelong Albany resident, he was born February 25, 1952 to his parents, Mary F. Gavry and Salvatore C. DiMaggio,...

Dec 11, 2021

Anthony "The Count" SchianoCohoes, NY - Anthony "The Count" Schiano, a dedicated family man, passed away Saturday, December 11, 2021 at the age of 97 with his loving family and "Angels" by his side. Tony, the youngest son of the late Vincenzo Schiano and Nicolina (DeSimone) Schiano, was born in Brooklyn, NY, on February 24, 1924. At the age of...

Dec 11, 2021

Schenectady~ Richard "Dick" Audette, 74, passed away peacefully in the early hours of Saturday, December 11, 2021, at his home in Colonie, NY, surrounded by his wife and loving family. Dick was born on January 16, 1947, to the late Armand and Rolande Audette in Winooski, VT. He served in the United States Navy from July 1965 to July 1967,...

Dec 10, 2021

Dec 10, 2021

Lorenzo Scavio, 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 10, 2021 at Albany Medical Center with his loving family by his side. Lorenzo was one of ten children born in Italy to the late Lorenzo and Maria Scavio. He was the devoted husband to Vincenza (Gallina) Scavio. They were married over 53 years. Lorenzo and Vincenza lived in Brooklyn where...

Dec 10, 2021

Cheryl D. Nolan, 72, passed away on Friday, December 10, 2021.Calling hours will be held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie, NY on Wednesday December 15, 2021 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. A funeral service will follow at 12:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family...

Dec 9, 2021

Niskayuna - Nelson R. Johnson, 88, of Niskayuna passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, December 9, 2021. Nelson was born in Lake Placid, New York to the late Jesse and Agnes Peck Johnson. Nelson was raised and educated in Schenectady NY. In his early years, he worked for Bench Office Furniture repairing, refurnishing and assembling office furniture. After retiring...

Dec 9, 2021

On December 9th, 2021, Tijuana Janique Williams, mother of 3 children transitioned to be with the Lord at the age of 57 years old. Tijuana was born July 29th, 1964, in New York City. She was always passionate about nursing and pursued it as a career most of her life. Tijuana has performed duties as a CNA, LPN, Phlebotomist, Dialysis...

Dec 9, 2021

MALTA- Katherine "Kathy" M. Muzzy, age 62, passed away suddenly on December 9, 2021.She was born in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Earl and Marie Huba. She was predeceased by her mother in law and father in law, Betsy and Ben Muzzy, as well as brother in law Kevin Muzzy. She was a graduate of Linton High School.Kathy retired...

Dec 9, 2021

Judith Ann McGuire, 81, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 9, 2021 with her family by her side. Judy was born on May 20, 1940 to the late Charles and Luella (Dayter) Bates. She was the wife, soulmate and best friend of her late husband, James J. McGuire. Judy is the cherished mother of Ken Carpenter of Clifton Park, NY,...