John H. Van Hattum
Jun 6, 2017
Glenmont - John H. "Lollypop Grandpa" Van Hattum, 89, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2017, with his loving family by his side. John was born on January 23, 1928, son of the late John and Jenny (Boel) Van Hattum in Albany, NY. John was the beloved husband of Trudy (Cullen). They were married for 70 years.John was a proud...
Richard Carmen Nunziato, Sr.
Jun 5, 2017
LATHAM - Richard C. Nunziato, Sr., 72, passed away at his home on Monday, June 5, 2017, suddenly and unexpectedly. He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Carmen and Genevieve (Kutryb) Nunziato. Richie, as he was known by his family and friends, was passionate about his family, cooking and the outdoors especially his time boating....
Jane Rose Biernacki
Jun 5, 2017
Jane Rose Biernacki, 90, passed away on Monday, June 5, 2017 with her loving family by her side. Jane was the daughter of the late John and Pelagia Zaremba. She enjoyed spending time with her family. Jane is survived by her children, Robert Biernacki and Christine (George) Graver. She is also survived by her grandchildren; Robert, Courtney and Sophie Biernacki.Funeral...
Ronald Grier
Jun 4, 2017
Ronald W.(Fire-Maliek) Grier was born August 6, 1956 in Albany, New York, to the late Oliver Williams and Willa Mae Grier. He attended the Albany Public School system. Following High School he worked at Albany Medical Center Hospiital. He went on to work at Albany County Nursing Home.Ronald is survived by his wife, A. Marie Grier, 4 children Jennifer Grier,...
Gayle M. Jackson
Jun 4, 2017
Schenectady- Gayle Marie Jackson, 71, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2017 at her Residence with her loving family by her side. Gayle was the daughter of the late Leon, Sr. and Sylvia Uzzell.Gayle was a Nurses Aide at Hallmark Nursing Home for many years before retiring. Gayle attended the Albany Public School System. Gayle also enjoyed spending time with her...
Dorothy A. Mennies
Jun 4, 2017
On Sunday afternoon June 4th, 2017, (14 years to the day of her mother's passing), after a brief illness, the angels came to escort Dorothy Ann Mennies home to the waiting arms of the Lord. Dorothy was born May 22, 1943 to the late Willie and Marie (Braylock) Mennies in Kalamazzo, Michigan. Dorothy moved to Okolona, Mississippi with her grandmother,...
Salvatore Panetta
Jun 4, 2017
Colonie- Salvatore Panetta, 71, of Colonie, passed on Sunday, June 4, 2017. He was born in Gioiosa Ionica, Italy and was the son of the late Rocco Panetta and Maria Giuditta Galluzzo Panetta. Salvatore came to the United States in 1960. He married his loving wife, Martha Mary Bologna Panetta, in 1966. He had worked as a Chef for many...
Carol Bush
Jun 3, 2017
Slingerlands ~Carol Bush, 82, of Slingerlands, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2017 at her home.Carol was the daughter of the late Arthur and Laura (McDowell) Bush and the sister of Betty Ellsworth, Marilyn Conley and her brother the late William A. Bush. Carol was a quiet and peaceful soul, who found peace in her crossword puzzles and word games on...
John Francis Watkins
Jun 3, 2017
Menands ~ John Francis Watkins, 88, of Menands, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 3, 2017. He was the son of the late Charles J. and Helen M. (Markowski) Watkins. John served as an Albany Police Officer through the 1950s, early 1960s. He then became a legislative aide in the NYS Senate, retiring in 1985. He was also a proud...
Paul J. Tracey
Jun 2, 2017
Albany- Paul J. Tracey, 66, passed away unexpectedly on June 2, 2017. He was the son of the late Joseph J. and Elizabeth K. Tracey. During his early working years he was employed by Loudon Plastic and retired from Cookson Plastic Molding Corporation. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Paul is survived by his siblings...
Johnnie B. Jones
Jun 2, 2017
EAST GREENBUSH, Johnnie B. Jones, 86, passed away on Friday, June 2, 2017 with his loving family by his side. Johnnie was born in Matherville, MS to the late Johnnie and Mary Jones on June 24, 1930. He was honorably discharged from the United States Army where he achieved the rank of Corporal. Professionally, Johnnie worked construction for 45 years...
David J. Trong
Jun 2, 2017
TROY- David J. Trong, 62, passed away on Friday, June 2, 2017.David was born in Troy, NY on December 24, 1955 to the late Raymond and Regina Trong. David was a longtime painter and was most recently employed with TRIP in Troy, NY. Daivd was a longtime fan of the Boston Red Sox, and the Minnesota Vikings. David will be...
Beverly A. Wertman
Jun 2, 2017
Latham-Beverly A. Wertman, 80, passed away on June 2, 2017. She was born on August 7, 1936 daughter of the late Warren and Marie (Watson) LeSeur in Troy, NY.Beverly is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Roger Wertman, Sr.; children, Amy (Brett) Stone; step-children, Roger (Lisa) Wertman, Kevin (Marie) Wertman, Matt (Lynn) Wertman, Mark (Jacqueline) Wertman, 7 grandchildren,...
Fredericka A. Mcleod
Jun 1, 2017
Albany, New York- Fredericka A Richardson McLeod, affectionately known as Ann ,83, passed peacefully on June 1, 2017 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn surrounded by her loving family. Ann was born September 6, 1933 in Auburn, New York to the late Frederick Emerson and Rose Elizabeth Dale Richardson. She attended Auburn Public Schools and lived most of her life in...
Tina M. Mason
Jun 1, 2017
Guilderland- Tina M. Mason passed away Thursday June 1, 2017 with her loving family by her side. Tina was the daughter of the late Gaetano and Philomena (Bambrola) Ragoni. Tina was the devoted wife to the late Allen D. Mason.Tina primarily worked at home raising her six children; she was also an employee of Albany County for 10 years before...
Virginia V. Horton
May 31, 2017
Virginia "Ginny" Valentine Horton, 59, passed away suddenly at her home on Wednesday, May 31, 2017. She was born and raised in Roslyn, Long Island and moved to Niskayuna in 1999.Virginia was the daughter of Jane (Conklin) Valentine and the late Edwin Valentine, Jr. A wife, a friend, a teacher, a loving mother of four, who loved her back. Known...
Patricia Ann Synfelt
May 31, 2017
GUILDERLAND- Patricia "Pat" Ann Synfelt, 77, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 surrounded by the love of her family. Pat was born in Albany, NY on February 6, 1940 to the late John and Betty McCarthy. On April 23, 1963 Pat married the late Bob S. Synfelt. Together they had two sons. Pat will be remembered for her caring...
Deborah M. Gause
May 31, 2017
Albany ~Deborah M. Gause, 60, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 with her loving family by her side. She was the daughter of the late Arthur and Gean (Schroll) Cole. Deborah was formerly a member of the American Legion Post #977 in Altamont, NY. She was employed with Guilderland Central School District as a bus driver for 13 years...
David L. Spencer
May 30, 2017
Clifton Park- David L. Spencer, 82, passed away Tuesday, May 30, 2017 with his loving family by his side. David was the son of the late Chester and Ineva Spencer. Dave was a member of the Edison Club and enjoyed golfing. He was also a member of the Schenectady Curling Club.Dave is survived by his children, Patrice (Gene) Polak, Randall...
William J. Martin
May 30, 2017
William J. Martin, 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at St. Peters Hospital. William was the son of the late Clarence and Helen Martin. William is survived by his children, Michael Martin, Trish Ortiz, Teresa Martin-Nichols, Billy Martin and Russell Martin. He is also survived by several grandchildren and great grandchildren.A calling hour will be held on...
