Louis E. Emerick
Aug 31, 2016
Colonie – Louis E. Emerick, 86, passed away on August 31, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Albany, NY and was the son of the late Louis and Florence Emerick. He graduated from Philip Schuyler High School, the University of Notre Dame (B.S.) and Siena College (M.S.). Lou received the Bill Stern Award in 1948 as...
Laurie Mcmahon Gorski
Aug 30, 2016
Laurie McMahon Gorski of Colonie died Tuesday evening after having suddenly suffered a stroke on Sunday evening, at 56 years-of-age. Under the supervision of her family and friends, and her previous consent, she became an organ donor. Laurie was a daughter, little sister,friend, mother, wife, and nurse. She lived her life as a caregiver.She served as Manager of Resident Services...
Frank J. Delardi
Aug 29, 2016
The heavens have accepted the spirit of the beloved Frank J. Delardi. His purpose on this earth to live fully, to care for, and love those around him has been fulfilled. On Monday, August 29, 2016 Frank J. Delardi peacefully passed away with his beloved wife Terry by his side. Having just celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary, their well known...
Anna Whitehead
Aug 29, 2016
Westmere - Anna T. Whitehead , 82, passed away peacefully Monday, August 29, 2016. Anna was the daughter of the late John J. and Anna T. Magee and wife to the late Samuel G. Whitehead.Anna is survived by a Daughter, Pamela (Raymond) Trail, Granddaughter Lesley (Bryan) Ret and 2 great grandsons.A Graveside Service will be held Friday September 2, 2016...
Samuel F. Papa
Aug 29, 2016
Schenectady- Samuel F. Papa, 100, passed away on Monday, August 29, 2016 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady.Samuel was born on February 6, 1916 in Albany, NY and was the son of the late Maria Catena Campione and Anthony Papa. He was a proud WWII veteran. He was employed several years as an upholsterer with Montague Upholstering Company on Broadway, in...
Jeanne M. Strizzi
Aug 29, 2016
Jeanne Marie (O'Brien) Strizzi, 87, entered into eternal life on August 29, 2016 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Her devotion to her family and her firm belief in God supported her in her struggle and we are all at peace knowing she is back with God.Jeanne was born to the late John A. and Louisita (Lange) O'Brien, a...
U.S. Armysgt.Raymondw. Warlikowski (Retired)
Aug 28, 2016
U.S. Army Sgt. Raymond W. Warlikowski (retired), 41, of Melbourne, Fla., died Sunday, August 28, 2016, at his home.The son of Raymond (Joanne) of Dunkirk and Jean L. Kirschenhiter of Schenectady, he was born June 6, 1975, in Port Jefferson, NY. He was graduate Schuylerville High School and enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1994. He served his country in...
Katherine "Bette" Gale
Aug 28, 2016
Guilderland- Katherine Elizabeth "Bette" (Sheehan) Gale, 92, passed peacefully into her Savior's arms on Sunday August 28, 2016. She was born on January 22, 1924, in Albany to Raymond C. and Mary (McAnespy) Sheehan. She was predeceased by her husband Edwin H. Gale, Jr.Though she had no children of her own, she was the aunt to ten nieces and nephews:...
Anthony Hulett
Aug 28, 2016
ALBANY-Anthony Smith Hulett, 59, of Albany, passed away on August 28, 2016. He was born on April 20, 1957 to Robert Hulett and Virginia Smith in Albany. Anthony worked as a Shore Man at the Port of Albany. He was married for 36 years to Terry Edwards until their marriage ended in divorce. Tony is survived by Terry Edwards, his...
Jenny Pigliavento
Aug 27, 2016
Guilderland - Jenny Pigliavento, 94, passed away Saturday, August 27, 2016, with her loving family by her side. Jenny was the daughter of the late Enrico and Grace Ciarallo, and was the devoted wife to the late Joseph Pigliavento. They were married for 51 years. Jenny enjoyed attending Bright Horizons senior center, and was known as "The Bingo Queen". She...
Carl Franklin White
Aug 27, 2016
Rotterdam- Carl Franklin White 83, originally from Norfolk Virginia, passed away early Saturday morning August 27, 2016 at Ellis Hospital. His father and mother were Hubert W. White and Dorothy D. Pritchett of Columbus, NC.Before completing high school in Norfolk, Carl joined the Air Force at the age of 17, serving first as a radar operator and then as a...
Charles J. Burchhardt
Aug 27, 2016
COLONIE- Charles "Chuck" J. Burchhardt, 73, passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2016. Chuck was born on February 14, 1943 in Motague, Massachusetts, to the late John and Marie Burchhardt. Chuck is survived by his loving wife of over 50 years, Sally, his children; Tom(Diane) Burchhardt, Jackie (Wayne) Perry, and John (Tracy Williams) Burchhardt, and his 8 grandchildren, and 1...
Clifford J. Loucks
Aug 26, 2016
Clifford J. Loucks of West Palm Beach, FL, formerly of Albany NY, 83, passed away on Friday, August 26, 2016 at his home at Morse Life. Cliff was born to the late Clayton and Margaret Loucks in Albany, NY on June 7, 1933. He has joined his late wife Betty is Heaven, and is survived by his children and their...
Gustave A. Schoonbeck
Aug 26, 2016
TROY- Gustave A. "Gus" Schoonbeck, 92, dies at Diamond Hill Nursing Home, in Troy, NY. Born on November 29, 1923, he was the son of the late Jan and Ann M. Schoonbeck. Gus was a graduate of both Hackett High School in Albany and Hudson Valley Vocational School (HVCC) in Troy. He has been a resident of Kennedy Towers since...
Thomas Helstowski
Aug 25, 2016
Thomas B. Helstowski, 61, passed away suddenly on Thursday, August 25, 2016 at his home. Tom was the son of the late Anthony and Mildred (Miner) Helstowski. He was employed as a Clerk with the New York State Police, Headquarters in Albany at the State Campus.Tom loved music, the outdoors and spending time traveling to casinos. In addition to his...
Ruth S. Wilson
Aug 25, 2016
SCOTIA-Ruth S. Wilson , 86, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2016.She was born on December 16, 1929 to the late Benjamin and Maggie (Alston) Taylor in Newport News, VA. Ruth worked for the State of New York Department of Equalization and Assessment as a computer files clerk. She retired after over 40 years of service. Ruth loved gardening, singing...
Edith M (Drake) Beck
Aug 25, 2016
Albany- Edith M. (Drake) Beck , 84, passed away on Thursday, August 25, 2016. Edith was the daughter of the late Fred and Gladys Drake and was the devoted to the late Walter Lee Beck. Edith is survived by her children: Randy (Cori) Beck, Wanita (Drake) Pray, Ruth McGrath, and Bonnie (Carl) Westphal; along with several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces,...
Yung Ching Shen
Aug 25, 2016
Dr. Yung Ching Shen, a dedicated Academic and a devoted father who saw no boundaries, died at age 62. On Jan 31, 2015, while taking his regular swimming exercise, Dr. Shen suffered a cardiac arrest and was rescued from the bottom of the pool. He bravely held onto life but sustained a severe traumatic brain injury. With the love and...
James F. Reis
Aug 24, 2016
Loudonville- James F. Reis, 90, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, August 24, 2016. James was the son of the late Lawrence Reis and Anna Dermody. James is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Diane E. Reis. After graduating from C.B.A High School, James served in the Army during WWII in both France and Germany where he was awarded a...
Geraldine A. Dingman
Aug 23, 2016
Albany- Geraldine A. "Jerri Ann" Dingman, 75, passed away suddenly, Tuesday, August 23, 2016. She was the daughter of the late Gerald and Adeline Bombard. She is survived by her loving husband Richard Dingman. Jerri throughout her life enjoyed traveling. She visited many places including; Puerto Rico, Arizona, Maine and Cape Cod. Out of all the things Jerri treasured most...
