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Florence E. Amsler
May 21, 2019
SCHENECTADY-Florence E. Amsler, 91, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2019.She was born April 19, 1928 daughter of the late, Darwin and Florence Shatraw. She was a member of the Lynnwood Reformed Church. Florence loved to sing and was a longtime member of Sweet Adeline's and most recently, Suburban Sound. She was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother, a...
Raymond O'Brien
May 21, 2019
Albany - Raymond Joseph O'Brien Sr. passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 in Albany, New York. Born on August 10, 1921, the son of William Charles O'Brien and Kathryn Ryan in Thomaston, CT, Raymond was one of eight children. As a young man, he helped work in his father's restaurant --O'Brien's Restaurant--, and worked at the Seth Thomas...
Jonathan M. Priess
May 20, 2019
Jonathan M. Priess of Brooklyn, New York, died suddenly May 20, 2019, at home. Mr. Priess was born in Schenectady on March 26, 1960. He graduated from Duanesburg Central Schools in the class of 1978 and from Binghamton University in 1985 with BA in Liberal Arts. Mr. Priess then earned a master of Social Work from Hunter College.Jonathan is survived...
Bonnie Quick
May 20, 2019
Bonnie Eileen Quick, 65, passed away Monday, May 20th, 2019 with her loving family and friends by her side after a long debilitating battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Bonnie Quick was born August 4th, 1953, the daughter of the late William and Ruth (Church) Quick. Bonnie was religious holding true to her faith till the end. Bonnie was a people person...
Robert E. Gaitor
May 20, 2019
TROY- Robert E. Gaitor, age 68, passed away unexpectedly on May 20, 2019 at The Pines at Heartwood.He was born in Troy, the son of the late Joseph and Jean Gaitor. He was predeceased by his wife Joyce.Robert was a Truck Driver for various companies for most of his life. He was an EMT and volunteer Fire Fighter. He was...
Brian Gourlay
May 19, 2019
-Mechanicville, Brian "Waldo" Gourlay,36, passed away suddenly at Albany Medical Center on Sunday May 19,2019. Brian is the son of Karen Miller and David GourlayBrian loved and was extremely proud of his work as an auto detailer with Boxley's Automotive in Scotia .He was also a passionate Pittsburgh Steelers fan and enjoyed fishing.Brian is survived by his mother Karen Miller,...
Leroy Suggs
May 18, 2019
Leroy (Lee) Suggs, 77, passed away on Saturday, May 18th. Born on October 14, 1941 in Kinston, North Carolina, Lee was the son of the late Lonnie and Bettie (Rodgers) Suggs. He moved with his family to Albany in 1945 and was a graduate of Philip Schuyler High School, Livingstone College in Salisbury, NC, and Marywood University in Scranton, PA....
John E. Russell
May 18, 2019
Troy- John E. Russell "Red," 78, now in the loving arms of Jesus, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side after a long battle with lung cancer, on Saturday May 18, 2019 at his home. Born on September 20, 1940 in Pittstown, NY, John was the son of the late Earl and Bessie (Cate) Russell. John graduated...
Joan Holtermann
May 17, 2019
Joan Holtermann, 86, of Alplaus, NY passed away peacefully Friday evening, May 17th with family by her side. Joan was born to the late Charles and Clara Young of Waterloo, NY. After moving to Troy, NY Joan graduated from Troy's Central Catholic High School in 1950. While working in Troy, Joan married the late Paul Holtermann while he was in...
David A. Burnham
May 17, 2019
David A. Burnham, of Troy passed away un expectedly on Friday, May 17, 2019 at Ellis Hospital. He was born in Townshend, VT a son of Harold and Ruth (Merrill) Burnham.David lived with his daughter, Ida in Troy for five years. He owned and operated Burnham Construction Company.He was an amazingly caring and loving father and grandfather who always put...
Kenneth R Schumacher
May 16, 2019
Kutztown - Kenneth R. Schumacher, 77, passed away peacefully and quietly on Thursday, May 16, 2019 at Kutztown Manor, Kutztown, PA. Kenneth was the son of the late Robert Schumacher and Kathleen Heyer. He graduated from South Colonie Central High School, class of 1960 in Albany, NY where he was raised. As a young man, he served in the U.S....
Lois A. Champine
May 16, 2019
Troy- Lois A. Champine, age 82, passed away on May 16, 2019 at her residence surrounded by family.She was born in Janesville, WI, the daughter of the late Helen E. and Dr. Curtis E. Linsley. She was predeceased by her husband of 42 years Edward Champine in 1997 and her siblings, Diane Linsley (Fox), Richard Linsley and Lee Linsley.Lois moved...
Wilbur I. Coons
May 16, 2019
Wilbur (Will) I. Coons of Scotia, died at home of natural causes on Thursday May 16, 2019. Born in Athens N.Y., Will attended public schools and graduated in 1949. He enlisted in the army and was stationed in France during the Korean War. Soon after being honorably discharged in 1953, Will began work for the Navy where he met his...
Beverly A. Sefcik
May 15, 2019
Beverly A. Sefcik, 78, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Home. Beverly was the daughter of the late Fred Hansen and Margaret Hansen. She was the devoted wife to James F. Sefcik. Beverly enjoyed cooking, traveling and spending time with her family. Singing quietly and listening to music in her room at Kingsway Arms,...
Francesca Corcione
May 15, 2019
Francesca (Mastroianni) Corcione, 64, of Colonie passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2019,surrounded by her family after a long battle with breast cancer. Born in Pianopoli, Italy, she moved to Schenectady when she was 13. In June of 1976, she married belated Sabato Corcione. Francesca was also known as Fran, Franca or Franny. She worked as a hairdresser for over...
Stephen Robert Pentlen
May 14, 2019
Latham -Stephen Robert Pentlen, aka Poppy, PopPop, Sarge, moved on to his next adventure on May 14, 2019. He lived a life full of laughter and love surrounded by his close-knit family and myriad of friends. He will be missed terribly by his wife of forty-four years, Barbara, his daughters Sara Roth (Alex) and Stephanie Dague (Harris), his grandchildren Charlie,...
Philip A. Chiarella
May 14, 2019
COXSACKIE- Philip Antonio Chiarella, 88, passed away suddenly at home on May 14, 2019. He was born to the late Angelo and Concetta (Graziano) Chiarella.He enlisted in the Air Force when he was 18 and served in the Korean conflict for 4 years. After returning, he moved to NYC to attend detective school. He worked for a large investigation firm....
Nancy A. O'Donnell
May 14, 2019
Niskayuna - Nancy O'Donnell, 79, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 14, 2019 with her loving family by her side. Nancy was the daughter of the late John and Viola Jeram. Nancy was the devoted and loving wife to the late David L. O'Donnell. They were married for 42 years. Nancy liked watching NASCAR, camping at Alpine Lake, but most of...
Anthony N. Morra
May 14, 2019
LATHAM--- Dr. Anthony N. Morra, age 88, passed away on May 14, 2019 at Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany surrounded by family.He was born in Dolgeville, NY, the son of the late Napoleon and Lucy Morra.Anthony graduated from Siena College and then went on to Georgetown University School of Dentistry. After graduation he served in the Army...
Brenda L. Allen-Mason
May 13, 2019
Albany~Following a courageous and valiant battle with an eight month illness, Brenda L. Allen-Mason, 77, of Albany, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 13, 2019 her loving family by her side. Born in Harlem, on April 2, 1942, Brenda was the daughter of the late Frank and Virginia (Watson) Allen. She was the devoted wife to Ashmead Mason. They were...
