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Jane Alison Briggs-Witham
Feb 7, 2019
Gloversville, NY- Jane Alison Briggs-Witham, 52, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 7, 2019 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Amsterdam, New York she was the loving to daughter to Mable E. Cronin and the late Gerald Oare. Jane is survived by her mother; her two daughters, Samara N. Salvione of Mechanicville, NY and Philane A. Tybor of Norwich NY;...
Dennis F. Nevins
Feb 7, 2019
Schuylerville- Dennis F. Nevins, 72, passed away on Thursday, February 7, 2019.Dennis was born in Saratoga Springs, NY, on August 19, 1946 to the late Frank and June Nevins. Dennis served his country honorably in the United States Army from 1966-1968. After his military service he went to work for Victory Specialties, in Victory Mills, NY, until its closing with...
Margaret A. Lynch
Feb 7, 2019
Colonie~Margaret "Peggy" A. Lynch, 84, of Colonie, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 7, 2019 at her home with her loving family by her side. Born in Albany on September 26, 1934, Margaret was the daughter of the late Francis and Marguarite (Allen) Schultz. She was the devoted wife to Edward G. Lynch. They were married 66 years. Loving mother...
William F. Bacon
Feb 6, 2019
ALBANY- William F. Bacon Sr., 71, passed away on Wednesday, February 6, 2019, surrounded by his immediate family.Bill was born in Albany, NY on July 5, 1947 to the late James and Margaret Bacon Sr. Bill will be remembered as the life of the party, and always someone who wanted to have fun. He loved car racing, and his Irish...
Theresa E. Wood (Duclos)
Feb 6, 2019
Selkirk, Theresa E. Wood (Duclos), 65, passed away unexpectedly on February 6, 2019 at her home.She was born on February 18, 1953 daughter of the late Henry J. and Theresa E. Duclos in Albany, NY.Theresa was employed with Amtrak for over 25 years. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She will be dearly missed. Theresa is survived...
Brittany Prater
Feb 5, 2019
Troy -Brittany Prater, 28, entered into eternal life to be with her late beloved mother Robin D. Brevard Prater on Tuesday, February 5, 2019.Born in Troy, Brittany is the daughter of Alfred M. "Al" Prater of Troy and Robin. Brittany was a graduate of Troy High School, Class of 2009. She completed a course in Cosmetology at Capital Regions BOCES...
Joseph Oppedisano
Feb 5, 2019
Joseph Oppedisano, 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at The Teresian House, with his loving family by his side. Joseph was the son of the late Rocco and Maria Rose (Coluccio) Oppedisano. Joseph was the devoted husband of over 63 years, to Immaculate "Mackey" (Audino) Oppedisano. Joseph was a member and a communicant of Christ The King...
Paul K. Bly
Feb 4, 2019
COLONIE--- Paul K. Bly, age 77, passed away surrounded by family on February 4, 2019.He was the son of the late Jessie and Maurice Bly. Paul was a Marine Corps. Veteran, proudly serving from 1958 to 1962. He was proud to be an accomplished sharp shooter.Paul retired from Holbrook Lumber after 40 years of service.He was an avid bowler, loved...
Gerald W. Hoffstetter
Feb 4, 2019
GUILDERLAND- Gerald W. Hoffstetter, 87, passed away on Monday, February 4, 2019.Gerald was born in Saint Louis, MO, on October 31, 1931 to the late Wilbert and Esther (Kaspar) Hoffstetter, and grew up in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Gerald served his country honorably in the United States Army Signal Corps. during the Korean War. After basic training, Gerald married the love...
Judy Lee Miller
Feb 4, 2019
Niskayuna~ Judy Lee Miller, 70, of Niskayuna, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 4, 2019 with her loving family by her side. Born in Cincinnati, OH on October 8, 1948, Judy was the daughter of the late George and Ruth (Borsch) Scharf. Judy resided many places throughout her life, living in 18 different states by the age of 18. She...
Dorian J. Lemieux Jr.
Feb 3, 2019
DELMAR- Dorian J. Lemieux Jr., 94, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 3, 2019 after a brief illness. He was a Delmar resident for over 50 years.Dorian was born in Colchester, VT, on November 23, 1924 to the late Dorian and Blanche Marie Lemieux. He was raised on the family farm in Stowe Vermont, until it was sold in 1942...
Russell Diegel
Feb 3, 2019
Amsterdam- Russell W. Diegel, 56, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 3, 2019.Russell was born on January 27, 1963 to Patricia Edmunds Butler and the late Paul Diegel.Survived by his children, Krystle Haight, Tyler, Dillion & Cole Diegel; his siblings, Sandra Clavell, Paul & Bruce Diegel; grandchildren, Clover & Tucker Haight.Services for Russell will be held in the spring with...
Elise C. Dunston-Biddle
Feb 3, 2019
Colonie- Elise Dunston Biddle, 53, passed away peacefully after a long illness on Sunday, February 3, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.Born on January 10, 1966 in Albany, Elise attended local school, graduating from Colonie Central in 1984. Elise worked for Time Warner Cable for fifteen years. In 2001, Elise enlisted in the Navy Reserve and proudly served until 2009....
Kazuko K. Elze
Feb 2, 2019
ALBANY- Kazuko K. Elze "Rose", 87, passed away on February 1, 2019 at home.She was born on April 25, 1931 daughter of the late Gonoshe Kameda and Matsuko Sasaki in Japan. Kazuko enjoyed visiting with friends and family. She was always happiest being with people. She also enjoyed travel. She was a devoted wife and mother. Kazuko adored her 2...
Shirley I. Stewart
Feb 1, 2019
Shirley Irene Stewart of Colonie died February 1st, 2019, in the Albany County Nursing Home after a prolonged illness. She was 79 years old. Born in Corinth, N.Y. on July 5, 1939, she was the daughter of John and Lena McKelligott. She was a graduate of Corinth High School and moved to Albany to spend her entire working career in...
Alice A. Dibiase
Jan 31, 2019
Alice A. DiBiase, 91, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 31, 2019, with her loving family by her side. Alice was the daughter of the late Stephen and Caroline Tomczak. Alice graduated from Mount Pleasant High School and met Sal in Lake George in the summer of 1958On April 11, 1959 she married Salvatore and raised their 2 children in...
Margaret M. Fink
Jan 31, 2019
COLONIE- Margaret M. Fink, age 90, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2019 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn.She retired from the NYS Higher Education Department. Margaret is survived by her son, Gary Murray; grandchildren: Alicia, Samantha, Christopher (Stephanie) and Laura (Justin); niece, Cheryl and nephew, Robert Rockenstire; and two great grandchildren.Relatives and friends are invited to attend her calling hours...
Lois L. Houser
Jan 30, 2019
TROY- Lois L. Houser, 90, passed away on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Lois was born in Troy, NY to the late Fred and Agnes Yakel on August 22, 1928. She was a graduate of Troy High School. On June 6, 1947, Lois married Harry "Barney" Houser, II, with whom she shared 36 years together and...
John J. Marshall
Jan 30, 2019
Guilderland - John J. Marshall, 75, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2019 with his loving wife by his side. John was the son of the late Della Slingerland, and was the devoted husband to Donna (Kirtley) Marshall. John was an electrician by trade, but a master carpenter at home. He enjoyed metal detecting, feeding and watching birds, and planting his...
William T. Battin
Jan 30, 2019
Albany~William T. Battin, 91, of Albany, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2019. William was the son of the Isaac Lucius and Majorie (Onderdonk) Battin. William was the devoted husband to the late Nancy J. Ayers. They were together for 23 years. A first marriage to Patricia (Meyer) Battin ended in divorce in 1974.William was born August 21, 1927 in Hackensack,...
