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Barbara Rice
Oct 6, 2024
Saratoga-Barbara Rice, 80 passed away peacefully on Sunday October 6, 2024. Born in Schenectady she was the daughter of the late Louis and Evelyn Strenka.
Barbara was loved by many and never left a room without giving you a hug.
Barbara is survived by her three children Thomas Herbert and his wife Donna, Jon Herbert and his wife Michelle, and Steven Rice....
Carl R. Johnson
2024
LOUDONVILLE - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carl R. Johnson, who left us peacefully on October 6, 2024, at the age of 80, after a long illness. Carl was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
Carl’s integrity, leadership, and dedication to helping others were evident from his early years. As a member of the...
Norma Jane Riek
Oct 6, 2024
Norma Jane Riek, formerly of Cohoes, NY, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, October 6, 2024
Born June 11, 1931 in Buffalo, NY, she was the daughter of the late Daniel W. and Norma (Wilson) Davern.
Norma attended Holy Angels Academy and graduated 1951 from Sister’s of Charity Nursing Hospital in Buffalo, NY with...
Preston B. Williams
Oct 6, 2024
Preston Benjamin Williams, affectionately known as the "Fresh Prince of Albany,"was born on July 13, 1991, in Jamaica, Queens, the only child to Denise and Kingsley Williams. On October 6th 2024, after 33 short but impactful years, Preston passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy as a beloved father, devoted son and cherished friend.Preston’s early years were spent in Queens,...
Herbert A. Betzwieser
Oct 6, 2024
Herbert A. Betzwieser, 87, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2024.
He was born in Wurzburg, Germany on March 2, 1937, the son of the late Alois Betzwieser and Ottilie Ruf Betzwieser.
Herbert immigrated to the United States in 1954 from Germany and has been a resident of the Albany area ever since. Herbert enlisted in the Army National Guard (1957-1964) where...
Marian R. LaPan
2024
Schenectady- Marian R. LaPan, 86, passed away on October 4, 2024. Marian was born March 28, 1938 to the late Chauncey and May (Bartholmew) VanPatten.
Marian is predeceased in death by her Husband Frank LaPan Sr II, Son Frank LaPan III, Granddaughter Crystal Duprey.
Marian is survived by her children, Joseph (Patricia) LaPan, Darlene Vanburen, Patricia M. LaPan, Sharmaine Duprey. Grandchildren, Danielle,...
William J. Gormley
Oct 4, 2024
TROY – William J. Gormley returned to the loving arms of the Lord Almighty on October 4, 2024. William, affectionately known as ‘Bill’ or ‘Billy’, was born in Jersey City, New Jersey and peacefully passed at the age of 84. William proudly served the United States Air Force while stationed at Travis Air Force Base and remained a proud veteran...
Dominic J. Donato
Oct 4, 2024
Albany- Dominic J. Donato, 93, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2024. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Carmelo and Margaret Donato. Dominic is predeceased by his loving wife Anne Marie (Gilmartin) Donato.
Dominic served in the United States Army before his honorable discharge. He was a teacher in the Ravena Coeymans Selkirk School District retiring after...
Victoria L. Claus
Oct 3, 2024
Victoria L. Claus, 50, passed away at her home in Berne on 3, 2024, after long illness. Born on December 7, 1973, in Amsterdam NY,
Victoria grew up in Schenectady, dedicating many years to her career as a Vet Technician. Victoria was also known for her diehard loyalty to the New York Yankees and her love for coffee.
Family was everything to...
John Maimone, Jr.
Oct 3, 2024
John “Johnny” Maimone Jr., 63, passed away on October 3, 2024.
Born in Albany, he was the son of the late John Maimone Sr. and Shirley “Chickie” (Dames) Dempsey.
Johnny was a graduate of Colonie Central High School in 1978. He was employed with Bunkhoff, working in construction, for many years. He was a devoted fan of Metallica, AC/DC, and Black Sabbath....
Bonnie L. DePalma
Oct 2, 2024
ROTTERDAM - Bonnie (Strenka) DePalma, age 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday October 2, 2024 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center. She went happily into the loving arms of her husband, Frank E. DePalma Sr., to whom she was married for 52 wonderful years, who passed away in 2018.
Born and educated in Schenectady, Bonnie was the daughter of the...
Enrico "Ricky" Versace
2024
Enrico "Ricky" J. Versace, 92, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
Born in White Plains, NY, he was the son of the late John and Bianca Dora Crea Versace.
Services will be private.
Judy Devers Haynes
2024
Judy Devers Haynes, 82, wife of David Edward Haynes, passed away Tuesday, October 1,2024 at her home in Delmar, New York.
Judy was born September 21,1942 in Dalhart,Texas to the late Paul Francis And Margaret (Marge) Fuhrmann Devers.
Judy graduated from Ursuline Academy of Dallas and attended Arlington State College. She worked in the dental field as an orthodontic assistant for over...
Wentworth H. Roose
Sep 30, 2024
Wentworth "Sonny" Roose of Troy, N.Y. was born 1936 in Hingham Massachusetts. He was the son of the late Lucy M. Murphy of Hingham, MA. Sonny was one of five children preceded in passing by sisters Marguerite Noland and Lois Thurston. He is also preceded in death by his two sons and daughter, Michael, Dale, and Donna Lee. He is...
John T. Thorpe, Jr.
2024
John T. Thorpe, Jr., passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024.
He was born on March 9, 1932, in Troy, NY to the late John T. Thorpe, Sr. and Jeannette Laliberte Thorpe.
John was a kind, friendly, and generous man who was loved by all. He had a great sense of pride and a wonderful sense of humor. He would do anything...
Bonnie Trattles
Sep 30, 2024
Bonnie Trattles, 76, of Schenectady passed away surrounded by family on September 30, 2024.
Bonnie was a 1966 graduate from Mont Pleasant High School and then joined the work force where she worked with several different moving companies over the course of her career. In her spare time, she enjoyed shopping, gardening, and spending time with her family. After all the...
Lois A. Collins
2024
Lois A. Collins, 93, wife of the late Lester Collins Jr., passed away Sunday, September 29th, at St Peter’s rehab center.
Born May 23, 1931, in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Helen Maxwell. Mrs. Collins attended Albany High School and Albany Business school.
She later worked at NYS Tax and Finance for 30 years while raising...
Dante M. Richards
2024
Dante Michael Richards, 50, of Schenectady, passed away on September 28,2024, at Albany Medical Center.
Born in Schenectady on November 19, 1973, he was the son of Leslie Everett Richards and Bonita Cade.
Dante was a gentle soul who had love for everyone. He was a true fan of Michael Jackson, The NY Mets, The Dallas Cowboys and the Detroit Pistons. His...
August A. Baglione
Sep 28, 2024
ALBANY - August A. Baglione, 90, was born into eternal life Saturday September 28, 2024 at St. Peter’s Hospital.
He was born on October 6, 1933, in Schenectady, New York. He was the son of the late Augusto and Mary Tucciarone Baglione. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He later worked at Albany County Nursing Home...
