Jane Carol Macfarland
Mar 1, 2012
COLONIE – Jane "Carol" MacFarland, 74, passed away on Thursday, March 1, 2012 at St. Peters' Hospice Inn. Born in Saratoga Springs, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Kate (Edwards) MacFarland.Carol was a resident of the Town of Colonie for 50 years. She worked for Travelers Insurance Company as an executive assistant for 41 years. She also...
Catherine E. Larose
Mar 1, 2012
Catherine E. (Crowley) LaRose,78, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 1, 2012. She was the daughter to the late John Crowley and Margaret Davis. Catherine retired after 35 years with the Albany School system. She also enjoyed working with the kids at the teen center in school 19. She enjoyed the simple things in life, especially spending time with her...
Howard C. Otty, Sr.
Mar 1, 2012
Howard Conrad Otty, Sr., 93, of Eddy Village Green in Cohoes, formerly of East Greenbush, NY, passed away on March 1, 2012 in Cohoes, NY. He was born in Albany on August 8, 1918, the only child of the late Robert W. Otty and Ottilia Miller Otty.Howard graduated from Albany High School in 1937. As a youth he was active...
Mary Lou Allmond
Feb 29, 2012
NISKAYUNA – Mary Lou Allmond, 89, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 after a brief illness. Born in Altoona, PA, she was the daughter of the late George and Maxine Cassarly.Mary Lou was employed as a teacher's aide for BOCES. She was an ardent animal lover. In addition to caring for gerbils, rabbits, guinea pigs and many dogs...
Carol A. Van Derwerken
Feb 29, 2012
ALBANY – Carol A. Coler Van Derwerken, 73, of Albany passed away on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at Albany Memorial Hospital. She was born in Albany and had owned and operated the Beauty Bazaar in Albany for forty years. Carol is the loving daughter of Marie R. Coler and the late John G. Coler. Carol is the beloved sister of...
Raymond E. Holland, Iii
Feb 29, 2012
ALBANY - Raymond E. Holland, III, 54, departed this life suddenly on February 29, 2012. He was born September 9, 1957 in Albany and educated in the Albany School system. Raymond was employed by the New York State Library for the Blind as a clerk for 37 years. He also worked for Toys R Us for 11 years. Raymond was...
Athanasios G. Karathanasis
Feb 29, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Athanasios G. Karathanasis, 73, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at the Inn of Community Hospice, surrounded by his loving family.He was born in Samos Greece and was the son of the late George and Kiriaki Karathanasis. He enjoyed fishing, Cape Cod and visiting family and friends in Greece. Athanasios is the beloved husband...
Carrie Bell Grace
Feb 28, 2012
ALBANY – Carrie Bell Grace, 104 was called home on February 28, 2012. Born in Dothan, Alabama, she became an Albany resident in 1963.Carrie Bell's unyielding devotion to the LORD and family was surpassed by none. She held open arms for all in need. Carrie Bell loved gardening, fishing, cooking and was an accomplished seamstress. She was predeceased by her...
Rosemarie Leblanc
Feb 27, 2012
LATHAM – Rosemarie LeBlanc, 62, passed away on Monday, February 27, 2012 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center in Guilderland after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Rosemarie was born on June 15, 1949 in Albany and was the daughter of the late Angelo and Rosemary (Borowsky) DiPace. Rosemarie was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. She was...
Niveen T. Jurena
Feb 27, 2012
GUILDERLAND - Niveen Jurena, 46, of Guilderland, New York, crossed into the heavenly eternal, ending her courageous, nearly two year battle with endometrial cancer.Born in Cairo, Egypt, Niveen was the middle child and youngest daughter of Talat and EnayatOkby of Binghamton, New York. As a child and throughout high school, she and her siblings,brother Nader Okby (Catherine), of Middletown, New...
Jacob L. Lochner Iv
Feb 27, 2012
ALBANY – Jacob L. Lochner IV, passed away on February 27, 2012 after a long illness. He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Dr. Jacob L. and Julia Lochner.He owned and operated Silverstein's Small Engine Repair Shop and Toy Store on Central Ave in Albany for many years. He left the retail business for a...
Shirley Luciano
Feb 27, 2012
Shirley E. Luciano, 72, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 27, 2012, with her husband of 52 years by her side. Shirley was born in Albany to the late Edward and Dorothy Pink. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her sisters: Gloria Pink and Joan Pink.Shirley is survived by her husband, Albert F. Luciano Sr.; her daughter,...
Claire E. Sanchez
Feb 27, 2012
Albany – Claire E. Sanchez, 81, of Albany, formerly of New York City, passed away peacefully on Monday February 27, 2012 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center surrounded by those who love her.Claire lived in New York City for most of her life before coming to Albany in 2009. The family wishes to thank the dedicated staff of the...
Hilda E. Appio
Feb 26, 2012
COLONIE - Hilda E. Appio, 93, died Sunday, February 26, 2012 at Albany Memorial Hospital. She was born in Cohoes and was the daughter of the late James and Catherine (Jennings) Jackson. She worked for the NYS Teachers Association in Latham. She was the wife of the late Albert L. Appio. She is survived by her stepson, Frank Appio and...
Cecilia E. Cano-Fleming
Feb 26, 2012
ALBANY – Cecilia Cano-Fleming, 61, of Albany, passed away on Sunday February 26, 2012 at the Inn of Community Hospice.She was born in Belize City and was the daughter of the late Cornelius and Vilver Cano. Cecilia is the wife of Andrew Fleming. She is the mother of Alfredo Cano and Ossie Cano. Cecilia is survived by seven brothers, three...
Marion D. Lachance
Feb 26, 2012
ALBANY – Marion D. LaChance, 76, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2012, at The Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Marion was born on June 25, 1935 in Albany and was the daughter of the late John and Ellen (Fitzgerald) Magee. She was a kind and giving person, always giving a helping hand to...
Anthony Belardo
Feb 26, 2012
Anthony "Tony" Belardo, went to the Lord on Sunday, February 26, 2012 at the Stratton VA Medical Center, after a short illness. Anthony was born on May 20, 1917 to the late Salvatore and Rose (Sciacca) Belardo. He was a life time resident of Albany and attended Albany schools. He proudly served in the United States Navy during WWII in...
Marcia M. Teator
Feb 24, 2012
Marcia M. Teator, 71, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 24, 2012, with her family by her side. Marcia was born in Albany to the late James and Mary Lown. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren.Marcia is survived by her loving husband of over 48 years, William M. Teator. She is the...
Vernisea "Nessa" Eaddy
Feb 23, 2012
SAN DIEGO, CALIF. – Vernisea "Nessa" Eaddy, 50, formerly of Albany, departed this life on Thursday, February 23, 2012. Born April 21, 1961 to the late John Edward and Mildred Eaddy. She leaves behind a daughter, Jonashia Eaddy; brothers, Ronnie (Portia) Eaddy, El-Ramel (Hayley) Shabazz, Jaamel Muhammed, and Massiah (Semico) Eaddy; her sister, Mary (Myron) Smith, as well as a...
Barbara M. Lyden
Feb 23, 2012
LOUDONVILLE – Barbara M. Lyden, 82, passed away suddenly on Thursday, February 23, 2012 at Albany Memorial Hospital. She was predeceased by her husband, G. Collins Lyden and her daughter, Mary Carol Patterson. Barbara was born on March 21, 1929 in Meriden, Conn. and was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary Marcinak. She was a real estate broker...
