Mary B. Burgess
Feb 28, 2017
Rotterdam- Mary B. Burgess, 72, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 28, 2017. Mary was the daughter of the late Patsy and Bridget Belfonte and was the devoted wife to the late Lynn V. Burgess.Mary was a past President of the Ladies Auxillary at VFW Post #1895 in Rotterdam, and supported her husband with bettering the military veterans through other...
Steven C. Burt
Feb 27, 2017
Watervliet- Steven C. Burt, 70, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, February 27, 2017. He was the son of the late Russell and Dorothy Burt.As per Steven's wishes there will be no funeral services.
William J. Zeh
Feb 27, 2017
SLINGERLANDS- William J. "Bill" Zeh, 62, passed away on Monday, February 27, 2017 with his loving family by his side. Bill was born in Albany, NY to Clinton and Jane Zeh on April 25, 1954. A 1972 Graduate of Cardinal McCloskey High School. He became member of the Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 7 in April 1975. He held the following...
John E. Fisk
Feb 27, 2017
PITTSTOWN - John E. Fisk, 53, passed away on Monday, February 27, 2017 surrounded by his loving family and friends at York Hospital while vacationing in York, Maine. John was born on October 12, 1963 in Troy and was the son of the late Haley and Patricia (Heffern) Fisk. He graduated from Heatly High School in Green Island - Class...
Ruby Lee Willis-Tillman
Feb 26, 2017
Mrs. Ruby Lee Willis-Tillman, 60, suddenly passed away Sunday, February 26, 2017.She is predeceased by her parents, Mr. Walter Lee Willis and Mrs. Annie Pearl Willis.Ruby Lee Willis-Tillman is survived by her husband, Tyrone "Buddy" Tillman. She is survived by her children, Antonio, Alphonso, Lavar, Javar, Kavar, Careem, Shyron, and Kasha; 29 grandkids, 6 great-grandkids.Survived by her siblings, Nathaniel Cannon,...
Philip A. Avellino
Feb 26, 2017
Albany- Philip A. Avellino, 82, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on February 26, 2017 at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany. Born in Albany, NY on July 26, 1934 he was the son of the late Antonio and Carmela (Salmeri) Avellino. Philip honorably and faithfully served his country in the US Army. After his service,...
Sally A. Buchanan
Feb 25, 2017
Albany-Sally A. Buchanan 60, passed away on Saturday February 25, 2017 at St. Peters Hospital. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of Robert and Jane Buchanan. Sally is survived by her loving children, Angel Buchanan, Jimmy Mason, Jeremy Mason, Agatha Mason, Virginia Mason, Jason Holder-Rolls, Joseph All, Joshua All, Karen All and Jessica Mason, her six grandchildren, two surrogate...
Christine M. Davis
Feb 25, 2017
Albany- Christine Davis, 89, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2017, after two years of the most tender, attentive, warm, and loving care by the wonderful staff of Carmel Gardens at the Teresian House. She was the life long partner of Gordon Davis for the past 68 years. Chris was a great Mom to her children: Shelley, Pamela, and Andy,...
Cleo A. Jackson
Feb 24, 2017
Duanesburg- Cleo "Jack" Jackson, 74, passed away February 24, 2017 at home surrounded by his loved ones. Born, December 30, 1942 in Vermont. He then moved and lived his life in Schenectady. Jack was a crane operator before retiring from GE.Jack was an avid Harley Davidson man, he loved riding and meeting other Harley riders, he also enjoyed hunting. Jack...
Lincoln Joseph Blackburn-Bartholomew
Feb 24, 2017
Niskayuna - Lincoln Blackburn-Bartholomew, 72, born on June 21, 1944, passed away on Friday, February 24, 2017. Viewing will be on, Friday, March 3 from 5-7 PM at New Comer Funerals & Cremations, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie. Services for Lincoln will be at 9 AM on Saturday, March 4 at St Kateri Tekakwitha, 1801 Union Street, Schenectady, NY.
June E. Avellino
Feb 24, 2017
June E. Avellino, 88, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 24, 2017 at her home with her loving family by her side. June was the daughter of the late Lester and Grace (Senecal) Fifield. June was the devoted wife of over 55 years to the late Louis P. Avellino. She enjoyed playing BINGO, playing Rummy with her husband, watching the...
Phyllis A. Collins
Feb 24, 2017
Grafton- Phyllis A. Collins, 62, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 24, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Born August 12, 1954 in Stamford, NY the daughter of Edward and Shirley Collins of Ft. Edward.Phyllis worked for Rensselaer County Sheriff's Department for 34 years. She retired in February of 2012. Phyllis loved her family and friends deeply. Phyllis would always...
Marguerite T. Casillo
Feb 24, 2017
Albany - Marguerite T. Casillo , 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 24, 2017. Marguerite was the daughter of the late Louis and Ora Fiato and was the devoted wife to Robert H. Casillo. Marguerite enjoyed gardening, cooking, and spending time with her family; especially her children and grand children. Along with her beloved husband, Marguerite is survived by...
John L. Murdick, Jr.
Feb 22, 2017
EAST BERNE-John L. "Mickey" Murdick, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Feb. 22, 2017.John was born to the late John L. Murdick, Sr. and Elizabeth (Fischer) Murdick on June 27, 1929 in Newark, NJ.John spent his childhood in the Albany area and attended Albany Schools. He worked at the Tobin Packing Company and enjoyed bartending at the Garden Grill. In...
Dale A. Riegel
Feb 21, 2017
ALBANY- Dale A. Riegel died peacefully after a brief illness on February 21, 2017 at Albany Medical Center.Dale was born on December 26, 1946 (same day as brother Tony in 1958) daughter of Arthur and Norma DeLuca.Dale retired from AMC after 42 years of service.She was a spirited and strong woman. She enjoyed visiting Saratoga Racetrack, especially on opening day....
Richard Forscy
Feb 21, 2017
Colonie- Richard Forscy, 84, went home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, February 21, 2017. He was the son of the late Walter and Muriel Forscy. He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Joyce Forscy. He enjoyed many years boating and camping on Lake George and then the Million Dollar view from our cottage in Huletts...
Sylvia L. Hill
Feb 21, 2017
Albany – Mother Sylvia L. Hill, 101 transitioned into eternal life peacefully on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Daughters of Sarah Nursing Center.Mother Hill was born in Sinai (Halifax County) Virginia to the late Mason and Beatrice Hill on November 11, 1915.Mother Hill relocated to Albany in 1938, she was employed by Montgomery Ward Department Store prior to her...
Irma Lee Terrell
Feb 20, 2017
Irma Lee (Granny) Graham Terrell was born March 4, 1933 in Shubuta, MS to the late Leroy Henry and Bennie Johnson Graham. She transitioned to eternal life on Monday, February 20, 2017 surrounded by her loving family at the Capital Nursing Center in Schenectady, NY. She grew up in Mississippi and attended the Wayne County Public School System. On August...
Pierre P. Hartmann
Feb 20, 2017
COLONIE-Pierre P. Hartmann, 85 – At long last, Pierre joins the love of his life Sally (Ollie) in eternal joy on February 20, 2017. He was born in Rixheim, France and he came to the US when he was 23 years old. He married Sally and later had 3 sons. Pierre was a bartender for many years and worked at...
Donna Lee Clark
Feb 20, 2017
LOUDONVILLE - Donna Lee Clark, 85, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2017 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center in Schenectady, surrounded by her loving family. Donna was born on May 17, 1931 in Kempton, IL and was the daughter of the late Derwood and Olive (Leonard) Falter. She received her nursing degree from Albany Medical College. She was a dental...
