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Ethel J. Brecht
Nov 22, 2019
Ethel "Bunny" Brecht, 90, of Albany, lived in the family home before she passed away at St.Peter's Hospice Inn on November 22, 2019. Bunny and her husband were known to throw the best parties for their friends and family. She was a lover of animals, was a stylish dresser, kept an immaculate home and yard, and always enjoyed a good...
Iris B. Brown
Nov 21, 2019
TROY - Iris B. Brown, 62, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2019. She was born on June 26, 1957 in Burlington, NC and was the daughter of the late Mamie Thompson and Hendrick Anderson. Iris was a regional coordinator for the NYS Dept. of Labor for over five years before retiring. She enjoyed shopping, music, cooking, but most especially...
Ann Marie Petersen
Nov 20, 2019
Schenectady~Ann Marie Petersen, 88, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at Baptist Health Nursing & Rehabilitation with her loving family by her side. Born in St. Louis, MO on July 15, 1931, Ann was the daughter of the late Knud and Florence (Lore) Petersen. Ann was raised in Malverne Long Island where she graduated from Malverne...
Helen Powell
Nov 19, 2019
Helen (Hulse) Powell, 92, went to be with the Lord and Savior on November 19, 2019. She was a resident of Athens, TN and formally of Albany, NY. She attended Union Chapel UMU. Helen was a loving daughter, mother, and grandmother. She is preceded in death by her parents William & Edna Hulse, loving husband George Powell, and one daughter...
John M. Gibbons
Nov 19, 2019
John M Gibbons died on November 19, 2019, after a short battle with cancer; he was 77. He passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his family.John leaves behind his heartbroken family – his daughters Deirdre Gibbons and Aileen Butler (Jay) and his beloved grandchildren Fiona & Sean Butler and Matt & Mike Evans. He was pre-deceased by his wife Patricia...
Joseph Shea
Nov 19, 2019
Joseph Shea, 47, passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at Westchester Medical after a vigorous battle with a rapidly progressing heart condition, with his loving family by his side. Joe was the son of M. Kim Criscione and the late Frank J. Criscione. Joe was the devoted husband to Heather Shea. Joe worked for the Albany County Correctional Facility...
Michael F. Gizzi
Nov 19, 2019
Colonie~Michael F. Gizzi, 92, of Colonie passed away suddenly, Tuesday November 19, 2019 at Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.Born in Albany on February 26, 1927 , Michael was the son of the late Carmine J. Gizzi Sr. and Jennie A. (Elia) Gizzi.Raised in Albany, Michael spent most of his life in Colonie.Michael enlisted in the US Navy and faithfully...
Dawn M. Ruchel-Frankovic
Nov 19, 2019
Dawn M. Ruchel-Frankovic born on August 29, 1975 passed away peacefully on November 19, 2019. She was the daughter of the late Karen F. Ruchel and John S. Ruchel Sr. of Niverville, NY. Dawn was the devoted mother of Paul F. Ruchel, the loving fiancé of Joseph Frankovic of Ravena, and cherished sister of John S. (Stephanie) Ruchel Jr. and...
Richard Chevalier
Nov 19, 2019
Cohoes- Richard Chevalier, 61, passed away unexpectedly, on Tuesday, November 19, 2019. Born in Cohoes, Richard was the son of the late Edmund and Ida (Richard) Chevalier. Rick is survived by his wife of 25 years, Lori L. (Cusson) Chevalier. Rick was employed throughout the years with Trailways and CDTA as a mechanic and a parts clerk. Rick enjoyed being...
Rena Edwards
Nov 18, 2019
RAVENA- Rena Edwards, age 87, passed away on November 18, 2019. She was born in Halifax, England, the daughter of the late Hubert and Annie Binns.Rena belonged to an Antique Doll Club and the dog show circuit. She worked as an ambassador at Albany Airport and taught Highland and Ballroom dancing.She loved her many fur babies through the years, leading...
Mary E. Clark
Nov 18, 2019
Colonie- Mary E. Clark, 92, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 18, 2019 with her loving daughter by her side. She is survived by her two children, Earlene and Lawrence Bundley and grandson, Joshua Bundley. She is also survived by her two special nieces, Doreen and Deborah and a host of nieces and nephews. The family would like to give...
Andria Maria Berger
Nov 17, 2019
Andria Berger a beloved daughter, sister, cousin and aunt was taken from us too soon. She was a true advocate, champion and a voice of people with disabilities fighting for their care and rights. Andria was predeceased by her sister, Rosalie Goldsmith.She is lovingly remembered by her mother, Sabra Mirsadschan; her sister, Tamara Leger; a brother, Mark and a sister,...
Salvatore J. Polito
Nov 17, 2019
NISKAYUNA – Salvatore (Sam) J. Polito, 70, passed away Sunday November 17, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 26, 1949 in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Sam and Angie (Maselli) Polito. He attended South Colonie Central High School and earned his Bachelors' Degree from Sienna College in 1971. Sam was employed...
Robert Joseph Bytner
Nov 17, 2019
Robert "Bob" Joseph Bytner peacefully entered into heaven on November 17, 2019, at the age of 90. Born on December 30, 1928, in Bucyrus, Ohio, he was the son of the late Robert N. Wilson and Marion A. Cholewa. Bob was adopted by William Bytner upon Marion's marriage to William in 1938. Bob graduated from Christian Brothers Academy in 1946...
William Clyde Young
Nov 17, 2019
Delmar- William Clyde (WC) Young, 86, devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2019.William was predeceased by his father Samuel Young, mother Edna Everett Young, sister and brothers, Ethel Knox, Mastrow Young, Lemo Young, Donald Young and Joseph Young.William was born in Water Valley, Alabama on February 14, 1933. He was a...
Rose (Testa) Crisafulli
Nov 16, 2019
Albany~Rose Crisafulli of Albany passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at the Teresian House. She was 94.Born in Selkirk on September 16, 1925, Rose was the daughter of the late Anthony and Felica (Anello) Testa. A resident of Albany all her life, Rose worked for several years for New York State Office of General Services...
Kemp Smith
Nov 16, 2019
FEURA BUSH—Kemp Smith passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Good Samaritan Nursing Home. Kemp was born on August 6, 1941 in Elmira, NY. He graduated from Walkill High School and SUNY Albany.He worked for the NYS Division of the Budget and retired from the Department of Social Services in 2001.Kemp was an active member of Jerusalem Reformed Church...
Greta J. (Gade) Radley
Nov 16, 2019
Schenectady~ Greta J. (Gade) Radley passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Community Hospice Inn at St. Peter's surrounded by her family.Greta Radley was born in Albany in 1927, daughter of the late John and Elizabeth "Betty" Gade. She was raised on the Gade Farm in Altamont and graduated from Milne High School. She attended Cornell University until she...
Donald R. Sherman
Nov 16, 2019
Donald R. Sherman, 77, passed away quietly in the presence of his wife and family on November 16, 2019 after a long illness. Don was born on July 4, 1942 and attended St. John's Academy in Rensselaer. He worked for Denooyer Chevrolet for a number of years in the Parts Department and retired in 2004 from the New York State...
Vincent P. Lanzarotta
Nov 15, 2019
GUILDERLAND – Vincent P. Lanzarotta recently departed on Friday, November 15, 2019 at Our Lady of Mercy Care Center in Guilderland. The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff at Our Lady of Mercy for Vincent's care.Vincent was born on August 16, 1936 and was the son of the late Philip and Anna Gatto Lanzarotta of...
