Oct 13, 2024

Joan B. Wallace. December 4, 1928 - October 13, 2024

Joan B. Wallace, 95 of Ballston Spa, NY passed away peacefully to meet her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 13, 2024. Joan was born in New York City and spent her formative years in Astoria, Queens. She attended St. Agnes Academy in College Point on a full academic scholarship...

Oct 13, 2024

Gary Crocco 67, of Schenectady, NY, formerly of Suffern, NY died on Oct 13, 2024 at home. 

Gary was born on Nov. 6, 1956 to Robert and Norma Crocco. 

He grew up in Suffern NY, attended Suffern High School, and later graduated from the Culinary Institute of America and Florida International University. He had a career in hospitality as a chef and...

Oct 12, 2024

Albany- Charles "Chuckie" Frederick Hood, 75 passed on October 12, 2024. Son of the late Clarence C. Hood and Dorothy M. Hood. 

Survived by his wife Donna (Medick) Hood, daughters Amy Hood (Avery), and Laura Hadsell (Chris), his step grandchildren, Kaya and Fox, and his grand-dog Charlie. Also survived by Sisters in Law: Nancy (Mark) Armstrong and Marybeth (Steven) Ribet, Marie...

Oct 12, 2024

Dianne L. Johanson, wife of the late Jim Johanson of Loudenville, passed away Saturday, October 12, surrounded by her loving family.

Born, January 16, 1954 in Brooklyn, NY to the late, Marilyn A. McOmber-Gorman.

She is survived by sisters, Donna (Matthew) Browne, Dawn (Paul) Bent, daughters, Tamara (Jeremiah) Southard, Shannon (Sarah) Sleeper, her son, Shaun Spencer, 3 grandchildren, JJ, Trinity & Lucas,...

Oct 12, 2024

John Sanders, 78, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Samaritan Hospital. He was born on October 13, 1945, in Troy, NY. He attended Tamarac High School and then earned an associate’s degree from Hudson Valley Community College. He then served in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1970. He retired in 2004 from the Watervliet Arsenal where he was...

Oct 11, 2024

ALBANY- Peggy A. Schindler, age 69, passed to new life unexpectedly surrounded by family on October 11, 2024. 

Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Howard W. and Ruth H. Grup. She was also predeceased by her husband of 46 years, Eric Schindler on June 17, 2024.

Peggy attended school in Duanesburg, NY and graduated from the Cono Christian...

Oct 10, 2024

ALBANY - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Keith Myers, 52, who left us on October 10, 2024, due to complications from Type I Diabetes.

He was born in Colonie to Jacob (Jack) Myers and the late Jacqueline Myers. He graduated from South Colonie School. Keith was an avid skier in his youth and enjoyed the...

Oct 10, 2024

Joan, born in Gloversville, NY went to be with the Lord on October 10, 2024. She passed away next to her husband Allen at home.

Joan was born on June 9, 1940 to the late Florence and Stewart Heald.

Joan attended Gloversville High where she graduated with a regent's diploma and went on to receive an AAS in Office Management from Utica...

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Schenectady - Agnes M. Spiegel (Paton), 79, passed away Thursday, October 10, 2024, with her loving family by her side. Agnes was the daughter of the late David and Doris Paton. Agnes was the devoted wife to Thomas W. Spiegel who passed away in 2019. They were married for 54 years at the time of his passing and are now...

Oct 10, 2024

Frances C. Gross, 76, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2024, at Rosewood Nursing and Rehab with her loving family by her side. Fran was the daughter of the late Arthur and Sarah Snyder.

Fran was the devoted wife to the late David C. Gross, Sr.. They were married 52 loving years. 

Fran was a member of the Choir and a communicant...

Oct 10, 2024

COLONIE – Vincent Belardo, 97, of Colonie, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 10, 2024.

He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Salvatore and Maria Belardo.

Vincent was a proud veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Navy on the USS Bailey in the South Pacific.

Vincent is predeceased by his beloved wife of 65 years,...

Oct 9, 2024

Melmouth Edward Brissett of Albany NY transitioned from his earthly home to his heavenly home on October 9, 2024 at Albany Medical Center Hospital. Born on April 4, 1928 in Jamaica West Indies to the late Adolphus and Louise Brissett. Melmouth was the devoted husband to Hortense Brissett. They have been married for 62 years.

Melmouth was employed by the West...

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Oct 9, 2024

Mary Lou Kozel passed on October 9, 2024.

She was born and raised in Troy, NY, the daughter of the late John J. Lucas and Marie (Demers) Lucas. 

On February 27, 1965, she married her husband Vincent W. Kozel. She was predeceased by her son, Vincent J. Kozel. 

Mary Lou was a loving mother of Debra (Glen) Nelson and Richard Kozel (Heather Partridge)....

Oct 8, 2024

Richard Austin “Dick” Healy, 90, of Clifton Park, NY, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Albany, NY, Dick lived a life filled with passion, creativity, and a deep love for family and the outdoors.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Joan, and their six children: Richard Jr., James, Patricia (Jean-Pierre), Catherine (David),...

Oct 8, 2024

Scotia NY, Jeffery Hannah, age 66, unexpectedly passed away at Ellis hospital on October 8th 2024, surrounded by his family. 

He was born in Schenectady NY on September 17, 1958, to Beverly Baird and the late Donald Hannah. Jeff is survived by his sister Nancy (Phil) McCormick; brothers Paul Hannah and Craig (Shirley) Hannah. He was also survived by several nieces...

Oct 7, 2024

Donald “Don” Alexander Clarey, 74, passed away on Thursday, October 4th at his residence in Menands. 

Born February 8, 1950 in Endwell, New York, he was the son of the late James Roger and Dorothy (Wait) Clarey. 

Don was a proud graduate of Maine Endwell High School, Union College, and Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government. 

Don had a great passion and skill...

Oct 7, 2024

Shirley Agnes Brady, 86, of Schenectady, NY passed away on October 7, 2024. She was born in Athens, NY on October 2, 1938 to the late William and Dora (Lennon) Van Tassel.

She was the devoted wife of over 55 years to the late Terrence Brady.

She enjoyed spending time with family and traveling. She was an avid birder and enjoyed crocheting.

In...

Oct 7, 2024

Veronica "Ronnie" Cush, 78, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 7, 2024 at Samaritan Hospital with her loving family by her side. 

Ronnie was the daughter of the late John and Anna (Duffy) Donahue. 

She was the wife to the late Lawrence Cush. 

Ronnie enjoyed playing Bingo, spending time with her family and friends. She will always be remembered for cooking wonderful Sunday...

Oct 7, 2024

Robert F. Shovah, 71, passed away after a long bout of illnesses on Monday, October 7, 2024. Bob was the son of the late Frederick and Gertrude Shovah. 

Bob was the devoted husband to Denise Nolan Shovah. He is also survived by his children Jennifer (Kevin) Douglas and Eric (Heather) Shovah. His grandchildren Alex Douglas, Harper Shovah and Vivienne Shovah. Other...