Alonzo O. Garaycochea
Feb 12, 2017
Albany- Alonzo O. Garaycochea, 25, beloved father, son, and brother was taken from us so soon and so unfairly on February 12, 2017. He is survived by his two children, his son Joshua J. Garaycochea (7) and his daughter Leya-Marie L. Garaycochea, his mother Renee Cabral, his father Leon Garaycochea, his sister Denisha Williams and two brothers Mark Williams and...
Mary R. Teresi
Feb 12, 2017
Albany- Our beloved sister and aunt. Mary Teresi, age 88, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 12, 2017 after a long illness. Mary was born in Albany, New York to Maria Cira and Joseph Teresi. She was an Albany High School graduate with the Class of 1947 and was a veteran having served as a WAC...
William Joseph Dickerson, Jr.
Feb 12, 2017
COLONIE - William Joseph Dickerson, Jr. (Maj. USAF ret), 76, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2017 at home. Born in Albany on April 19, 1940, he was the son of the late William Joseph Dickerson, Sr. and Mary J. Coughlin Dickerson. He was a graduate of Vincentian Institute, Class of '58 and of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Class of '62,...
Lori L. Roberts
Feb 12, 2017
Clifton Park- Lori L. Roberts, 53, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on February 12, 2017 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital. The daughter of the late Erland and Evelyn (Weh) Roberts, Lori was born on August 31, 1963 in Schenectady, NY. Lori worked in banking for over twenty years and most recently was an...
Lennae Pettit
Feb 12, 2017
Delmar- Lennae Christine Pettit was born in Omaha, Nebraska in 1962, and was a gift to her parents and her older sister. She left us peacefully on February 12, 2017. Lennae never let Down Syndrome hold her back from enjoying life to the fullest, all while singing, dancing and imagining life as a fashion designer. Her friends in Omaha, from...
Dolores J. Califano
Feb 12, 2017
Clifton Park- Dolores J. Califano, 85, passed away Sunday, February 12, 2017 with her loving family by her side. Dolores was the daughter of the late Raymond and Lillian Haupt.Dolores loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren, and was fondly referred to as "MeMa." Dolores enjoyed the "simple" life.Dolores is survived by her brother, David Haupt; her grandchildren, Chanda Schweikert and...
Harold C. Dunham
Feb 11, 2017
Burnt Hills- Harold C. Dunham, 94, of Burnt Hills passed away peacefully Saturday February 11th, 2017 at the home of his granddaughter, with his loving family by his side.Born on November 3rd, 1922 in Pittstown, NY to Clarence and Mary (Cottrell) Dunham. Harold graduated from Troy High School in 1940. Harold served in the United States Airforce from 1942-1946 in...
Shirley B. Schultz
Feb 11, 2017
Schenectady- Shirley B. Schultz , 80, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2017. Shirley was the daughter of the late Oswald and Millicent Biittig and was the devoted wife of 39 years to the late James D. Schultz.Shirley belonged to the Rotterdam Elks as a LORE member, and also participated in the Rotterdam Senior Center where she loved to go...
Karen S. Lasher
Feb 11, 2017
Niverville- Karen S. Lasher ,66, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away on February 11, 2017. She was born to (the late) Paul and Ruth McCormick; nee Price, on March 10, 1950 in Washington, DC then moved to Plattsburgh, NY. Upon graduation, she moved to Albany, NY where she met the love of her life, (the late) Jeffrey...
Shirley A. Hulsopple
Feb 11, 2017
COLONIE- Shirley A. Hulsopple, 81, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Shirley was born on March 6, 1935 to the late John and Anna Hendrickson in Albany, NY. On August 16, 1963 Shirley married the love of her life, Peter E. Hulsopple Jr. Together they were married for 48 years and...
Peter P. Kelly
Feb 10, 2017
SCHENECTADY- Peter P. Kelly, 87, passed away on Friday, February 10, 2017 at Ellis Hospital. Peter was born in Schenectady, NY on April 2, 1929 to the late Peter and Helen Kelly. Peter was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School in 1947, served his country honorably in the United States Marine Corps, and was a baker by trade for...
Mary Jean Tate
Feb 10, 2017
Mary Jean Tate, 96, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 10, 2017 at Evergreen Commons. Mary was the daughter of the late Howard and Jean Drake. Mary was the devoted wife to the late Edwin Tate. Mary is survived by her son, James N. (Nancy) Tate. She is the adored grandmother of Tammy (Tom) O'Neill and Cindy (Paul) Faggioni. She...
Marion E. Grant
Feb 10, 2017
ALBANY — Marion Elizabeth McElroy Grant, 92, entered into eternal life on February 10, 2017, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's.Marion was born in Albany on August 23, 1924, to Joseph and Elizabeth Davies-McElroy. Marion was predeceased by her husband of 32 years, Stuart Grant Sr.; and brothers, Joseph and Thomas McElroy.Marion is survived by her five children, Stanley Bronakowski,...
Robert G. Ellis
Feb 10, 2017
Friday, February 10, 2017.Bob was born in Gettysburg, VA, on August 1, 1957 to George Ellis and the late Dorothy Shetter-Ellis. Bob is survived by his devoted and loving wife, Deborah J Ellis, his children; Stacey (Christopher) Moore, Kim (Sheryl) Pickett Jr, and William (Michele) Pickett Sr., his11 grandchildren, and his 3 great grandchildren. Bob will be remembered for his...
Kathleen M. Vindittie
Feb 10, 2017
Rensselaer - Kathleen M. Vindittie, 56, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 10, 2017 at Community Hospice of Albany, St. Peters, with her loving family by her side. Kathleen was the daughter of the late George Hadden, Sr. and Frances (Butler) Hadden. Kathleen was the devoted wife of Ralph Vindittie, Sr. Kathleen was an employee of the Wadsworth Center for...
Sylvia E. Sheldon
Feb 9, 2017
Chatham- Sylvia E. Sheldon, 88, peacefully passed away on February 9, 2017 at Van Rensselaer Manor Nursing Home, where she resided for the past 9 years. Born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts . on September 21, 1928, Sylvia was the dedicated daughter of the late Anna E. Hill-Benson and the late Richard Benson, Sr. as well as devoted wife of the late...
Jane L. Knapp
Feb 9, 2017
Colonie - Jane L. Knapp, 87, passed away peacefully at her daughter's home on Thursday, February 9, 2017 with her loving family by her side. Jane was the daughter of the late Peter G. and May H. Lee.Jane was the loving wife of her late husband, Emerson "Hank", a loving mother to her adoring children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jane...
Ruth H. Clark
Feb 8, 2017
Albany - Ruth Ellen Hess Clark, 81, formerly of Franklinville, NY passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 8, 2017. The daughter of the late Elmer and Blanche Hess of Great Valley, New York, Ruth was born on October 22, 1935 in Salamanca, NY. She was raised in Kill Buck, NY and married in 1956 in Salamanca to Dale...
Josephine M. Spaulding
Feb 8, 2017
VOORHEESVILE Josephine "Josie" Spaulding, 85, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 8, 2017.Born November 6, 1931 , Josie lived in the Voorheesville area for many years. Along with her husband Huck, they started Spaulding and Rogers Mfg. in the late 1950's, and became the world's largest manufacturer and distributor of tattooing equipment.Josie was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She...
Rosemarie Nicole Silva
Feb 8, 2017
Albany- Rosemarie "Rosie" N. Silva, 18, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2017 while surrounded by her loving family. Rosie was the daughter of Luis (Jeanette) Silva and Katherine (Cassandra "Kat") Reyes-Colon. Rosie brought the best out of everybody she encountered. Even though she could not communicate, her smile would light up the room and she would bring joy...
