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Shelly R. Burris
Sep 14, 2020
SCOTIA~Shelly R. Burris, 52, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2020 in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loving family and best friend. Shelly was born in Albany, daughter of the late Richard Christie and Pamela Lacey Christie of Colonie. Shelly was a loving wife, caring mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, niece, granddaughter and friend. She wouldn't allow her...
Elsa L. Hurley
Sep 14, 2020
Elsa Louise Hurley, née Johnson, of Coburg Village, Rexford, NY, passed away on September 14, 2020, 8 days short of her 103rd birthday. Elsa was the daughter of Signe Carolina Magnusson and Ernst Algot Johnson, both born in Sweden, and immigrating as teenagers in search of a better life.Elsa was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut on September 22, 1917. She was...
Daniel O. Smith
Sep 14, 2020
SCHENECTADY- Daniel O. Smith, age 69, passed away on September 14, 2020 at Ellis Hospital after a long illness.He was born in Schenectady, the son of the late Robert and Marjorie Smith. He was predeceased by his sibilings: Thelma Stone, Robert Smith, Mary Sherman and Richard Smith. Daniel was a longtime employee with the City of Schenectady. He started in...
Steve Karikas
Sep 14, 2020
Steve Karikas, 83, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2020. Born in Hungary he was the son of the late Steve and Anna Karikas. Steve is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Barbara Karikas.Steve is also survived by his children Michele Sypniewski (John), Barbara Hummer (David) and Joseph Karikas. He will also be missed by several grandchildren and...
Tracy Enoch Strunkey, Jr.
Sep 12, 2020
Guilderland~Tracy Enoch Strunkey, Jr., beloved infant son of Tracy Strunkey Sr. and Alecia Clancy of Guilderland and Albany, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 12, 2020.Tracy brought immense joy and happiness to every life he touched since he came in this world on June 17, 2020. Tracy's life was a brief gift to us that will live on through family...
Edith M. Sorel
Sep 12, 2020
AlbanyOur angel, Edith Maude Sorel of Albany NY, has gone to heaven. She passed away peacefully at Daughters of Sarah Nursing Center on September 12, 2020 at the age of 89. She was born in Granville NY in 1931 to William and Grace Bogart and graduated from Granville High School in 1949. She moved to Albany to attend Austin Beauty...
Patricia S Archambault
Sep 12, 2020
Menands- Patricia S. Archambault, 68, passed away suddenly on Saturday, September 12, 2020 with her loving family by her side. Patricia was the daughter of the late Arthur and Eleanor Tatton. Patricia was the loving wife to David Archambault, Sr. They were married 23 years. Pattie and Dave were avid car enthusiasts. She enjoyed traveling to car shows and Hershey...
Shirley A. Hanssen
Sep 11, 2020
Shirley A. Hanssen, 73, of Albany, New York passed away suddenly on Friday, September 11, 2020. Shirley was born in Albany, New York and she was the daughter of the late Hazel M. Hanssen and Joseph J. Hanssen, Sr.She retired from the State of New York, Department of Motor Vehicles after 44 years of dedicated service. She was a talented...
Elizabeth Mcdougall
Sep 11, 2020
Rotterdam- Elizabeth McDougall, 80, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2020. Elizabeth is predeceased by her husband Lance McDougall.Liz is survived by her three daughters, Tracey Renaud (Michael), Trisha Palmer (Ernest) and Tiffany Yerkey (Matt). She will also be missed by her two grandchildren Rachel Palmer and Connor Yerkey. She is also survived by her twin sister Ellie and siblings...
Andrew W. Boldish
Sep 11, 2020
Cohoes- Andrew W. Boldish, 55, passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2020 at his home. He is the son of the late Robert Oxbrough, and Elsie N. Campbell (Morris) who survives. He was predeceased by his birth father William Boldish. Drew graduated from Shaker High School Class of 1983. He enjoyed fishing, playing poker, spending time outdoors and most cherished...
Charlie W. Harris Jr.
Sep 10, 2020
Charlie W. Harris, Jr. passed away on September 10, 2020.Gathering size, within our chapels will be based on the most current NYS occupancy requirements.Masks are required, and social distancing is to be observed inside and outside of our chapels. Due to the gathering size restrictions in NYS, we are asking that guests attending the service limit themselves to those who...
Diana Baruch Conroy
Sep 9, 2020
Colonie-Diana Baruch Conroy, 61, of Colonie, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on September 9, 2020. Born in Rochester, NY, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Dorothy Baruch. Diana devoted her life to education, earning her teaching degree in Business Education at the University at Albany and later her administrative degree, after a number...
Reginald Ronald Netoskie
Sep 9, 2020
Reginald Ronald Netoskie passed peacefully into God's loving presence on September 9, 2020 at Eddy Village Green at Cohoes.Born on August 16, 1932 in Arnold, Pa., to John R. and Martha E. Netoskie, he was predeceased by his parents and brother, Walter Netoskie. He was husband to his beloved bride of 63 years, Shirley, who remains to give thanks for...
Roger D. Nottingham
Sep 8, 2020
COLONIE- Roger D. Nottingham, 66, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2020 at Mt Valley Hospice House in Gloversville NY.He was born on January 29, 1954 son of the late Kenneth and Ruth (Fowler) Nottingham in Brownsville PA.He graduated from NY State University at Albany in 1976 with a Bachelor of Science degree. He worked as an accountant for years...
Michael A. Frank
Sep 8, 2020
Albany-Michael A. Frank, 57, of Albany passed away September 8, 2020. Born in Albany, he was the son of Sandra Frank and the late Joseph Frank Jr. Michael was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys, and he greatly enjoyed his nightly calls to the DJ's at Fly 92 radio, where he was affectionately known as "Fishman". In addition to...
Russell Brown
Sep 8, 2020
TROY – Russell Brown, 91, passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 8, 2020 surrounded by family, after a courageous battle with cancer.Born in Dinwiddie, VA, he was the son of the late David and Ethel (Darden) Brown. Russell is predeceased by six brothers and five sisters, and one surviving brother David William "Bubba" Brown, of Dinwiddie, Va. Russell is predeceased by...
Luis Balls
Sep 8, 2020
Altamont-Luis Balls, 83, of Altamont, passed away at home September 8, 2020 surrounded by family. Born in Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Luis A. Valls and Victoria Suarez. Luis enjoyed being in a band and would often play at parties. In addition to his parents, Luis is predeceased by his wife Peggy, son Luis Balls Jr,...
Beverly J. Dyer
Sep 7, 2020
Beverly J. Dyer (Vadakin), 78, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 7, 2020 at St. Peter's Hospital, with her loving family by her side. She is predeceased by her husband, Barry N. Dyer, her mother Elizabeth J. White, her stepfather Michael J. White, her brothers; John and William Vadakin and her sister Betty Jean DeMarco. She was a member of...
Berna Jean Boomhower
Sep 6, 2020
Selkirk~Berna Jean Boomhower, 70, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2020.She was born in Albany on October 25, 1949, a daughter of the late Gerald and Bernice (Hollenbeck) Hellijas. A loving and devoted Wife, Mother and Grandma. Berna was predeceased by her husband Robert C. Boomhower, Sr., as well as her brother Ronald and niece Desiree.Berna is survived by her...
John Paul Ward Ph.D.
Sep 6, 2020
ALBANY J. Paul Ward, Ph.D., age 91, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday Sept. 6, 2020. Born October 13, 1928 in Albany, NY. Paul was the son of the late Francis A. and Martha F. (Smith) Ward. Paul was a graduate of Glens Falls High School Class of 1946. Following high school he enlisted for 3 years in the...
