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John E. Edson
Feb 19, 2015
John E. Edson, 71, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2015 at Ellis Hospital with his family by his side. John was born November 11, 1943, at Chittenden, Vermont, the son of the late William and Catherine (Mohan) Edson. John worked for the Pruskowski Dairy Farm in Guilderland, NY. He loved watching NASCAR, watching westerns, spending time with his grandchildren....
John J. Boni, Jr.
Feb 19, 2015
COLONIE -John J. Boni, Jr., 74, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, February 19, 2015 with his family by his side. The son of the late John J., Sr. and Grace R. (Rappazzo) Boni. John was an electrician. He was a caring and compassionate man; an admirable son, husband, father, and wonderful person to all he touched. He...
Jane E. Van Zandt
Feb 18, 2015
GUILDERLAND – Jane E. Van Zandt, 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at home. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Eleanor Bender.Jane was a loving and devoted wife and mother to her seven children. She always put everyone else's needs ahead of her own. Jane loved tending to her flower gardens...
Eugenie M. Stachewicz
Feb 18, 2015
Eugenie M. Stachewicz, 84, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2015 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center with her family by her side. Eugenie was born March 16, 1930, at New York City, New York. She married her husband, Joseph on July 15, 1950. "Genie" came to Schenectady as an infant and was an 1948 graduate of Mont Pleasant...
Janet Belle Dickson
Feb 17, 2015
Rotterdam – Catherine T. Clas, 94, entered into eternal life at the Teresian House on Saturday, February 21, 2015. Born in Watervliet she was the loving daughter of the late Patrick and Ruth O'Connell.Catherine worked many years at Montgomery Wards and The Albany Public market. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and a friend to all and her passion...
June I. Keller
Feb 16, 2015
LATHAM-June Ida "Jody" Keller (Dandrow), age 83, passed away on February 16, 2015 after a long illness. Born in Mooers Forks, NY during the Great Depression, she became a ward of the State due to the breakup of her family and was placed in foster care, eventually finding a home with Dr. Harry Gideonse (President of Brooklyn College), his wife...
Patricia Elliotte Emanuel
Feb 16, 2015
Patricia Elliotte Emanuel, 61, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2015 at her home with her family by her side. Patricia was born January 30, 1954, in Brooklyn, New York, the daughter of Mildred and Earl Elliotte. Patricia worked for the Albany School District at Giffen Elementary School for many years. Patricia was very sociable, she was a loving mother,...
Herbert C. Koch
Feb 15, 2015
On Sunday, February 15, 2015 Herbert C. Koch, 92, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Herbert was born January 12, 1923, on the family farm in Glenville, New York. He was the youngest child of the late J. Geroge, Sr., and Elise Koch. He was predeceased by his siblings J. George Koch, Jr., Elizabeth (Koch)...
Joseph D. Slish
Feb 15, 2015
LATHAM - Joseph D. Slish, 86, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2015 at The Manor at Guilderland Center. Joseph was born on March 30, 1928 in Forrest City, PA and was the son of the late Nicholas and Irene (Ruff) Slish. He proudly served his country in the US Navy and was a mail carrier for the US Postal...
Morton Scher
Feb 14, 2015
Morton "Morry" Scher of Colonie, NY and Boca Raton, FL passed away on February 14, 2015 after a long courageous battle with cancer. Morry was the beloved husband of Florence White Paloski Scher and the treasured stepfather of William (Brenda) Paloski of League City, TX, Janet (David Sutstrim) Paloski of Colonie, David Paloski of Pompano Beach, FL, and Patricia (Michael)...
Edward P. Lewis
Feb 13, 2015
Edward P. Lewis, 69, of Albany entered eternal rest on Friday February 13, 2015, with his family by his side. He was the son of the late Edward P. Lewis Sr. and Mattie Lewis ( Betts).Eddie graduated from Albany High School in 1964 and worked for Albany Medical College as a researcher for 45 years until his retirement in 2009.Eddie...
Rose C. Vigars
Feb 13, 2015
ROCHESTER-Rose C. Vigars, 92, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2015 at Aaron Manor in Fairport, NY following a long illness. She was born in Watertown, NY, the daughter of the late Dominic and Maria (Cascarda) Williams. Rose and her late husband Ernest were involved in the family businesses Ralph's Tavern and Redwood Lanes in Colonie. Rose and Ernest continued...
Marguerite Mullin
Feb 13, 2015
Albany – Marguerite T. Mullin, affectionately known as Marty, entered into eternal rest on Friday, February 13, 2015 peacefully at the Teresian House in Albany. She was 95 years old.The daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (McDonald) DeRusso, she was born on January 29, 1920 in Albany, NY. She graduated in 1938 from Vincentian Institute in Albany. For a...
Gladys C. Tollerton
Feb 13, 2015
Colonie- Gladys C. Tollerton,77, passed away at St. Peter's Hospice Inn on Friday, February 13, 2015. Gladys was born to the late Walter and Pauline Rodzinka, in Utica, NY, on October 15, 1937. She graduated from St. Mary's High School, and then went on to Faxton Hospital Nursing School. In 1958 Gladys married Thomas Raimond Tollerton in Utica whom she...
Grace Ristau
Feb 12, 2015
Ristau, Grace E. "Betty"DELMAR - Betty, Ristau, 98, died Thursday February 12, 2015 surrounded by her loving family. Betty was born on January 21, 1917 to Charles G. and Annie K. McClasky in Albany. She was the youngest of three daughters. She graduated from Albany High School and Albany Business College. Betty was a Bookkeeper by trade; had several jobs...
Raymond Barosi
Feb 12, 2015
NISKAYUNA-Raymond E. Barosi, 84, of Niskayuna, died peacefully on Thursday, February 12, 2015 at Our Lady of Mercy Nursing Home. He attended Philip Schuyler High School, Class of 1949. He joined the National Guard, BTRY "D" 106 AAA AW in 1951 and in time became Staff Sgt. Raymond was a salesman and kitchen designer for Kitchen Distributors for over 30...
Rita O'Neill King
Feb 12, 2015
Colonie – Rita O'Neill King, 71, entered into eternal life on Thursday, February 12, 2015 after passing away peacefully at Albany Medical Center with her daughter Kathleen by her side. Born in Schenectady, she is the daughter of the late Walter and Edith Shinskie.Rita was a graduate of Linton High School and later obtained her certification as an X-ray Technician...
Paul A. Lussier
Feb 12, 2015
Scotia – Paul A. Lussier, 73, passed away at Ellis Hospital unexpectedly on Thursday, February 12, 2015. Born in Woonsocket, RI he is the son of the late Arthur and Louise Lussier.During his retirement Paul loved being a grandfather and spending time with his family. He was also an avid woodworker, gardener and enjoyed working with his son.Paul is survived...
Helmut C. Neumann
Feb 12, 2015
Helmut C. Neumann passed from this world on February 12, 2015. He was born on December 24, 1916 in Berlin, Germany. He and his family immigrated to America in 1925 and he lived until adulthood mostly in NYC and Staten Island. Helmut received his degree from Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute. After an interruption of 3 years during which Helmut served in...
Judith E. Whydra
Feb 11, 2015
ALBANY-Judith E. Whydra, 77, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2015. She was born in Brooklyn, NY the daughter of the late Walter F. and Ruth J. (Wiedenm) Filsinger. Judy was devoted to her beloved family. While her children were in school, Judy was very involved with St. Casimir's Parish including the PTA and Ladies' Guild. She also volunteered and...
