Thomas Patrick Phelan
Dec 24, 2023
Latham- Thomas Patrick Phelan, 62, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 24, 2023 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was born on December 29, 1960, son of the late Arthur and Loretta Phelan. Thomas was the devoted husband to Pamela (Speanburg) Phelan. They were married 23 years. Thomas was a life long resident of Latham;...
Joseph E. Vivian
Dec 23, 2023
SCHENECTADY - Joseph E. Vivian, 92, of Rotterdam, NY passed away on December 23, 2023 surrounded by his loving family at home.Joe was a lifetime resident of both Woodlawn and Rotterdam. Joe a former teamster, loved driving trucks. He did so until he retired in his late 80's. His unparalled work ethic was admired by all. He was also an...
Robert Mastro
Dec 23, 2023
Altamont, NY Mastro, RobertIt is with profound sadness that we had to say goodbye on December 23, 2023 after he fought a long and courageous battle with cancer. Bob was born April 11, 1950 to Mary and Gene Mastro of Colonie, NY. He worked over 30 years at NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistence, the last several years as...
Marjorie A. Zarzycki
Dec 23, 2023
Marjorie A. Zarzycki, 83, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 23, 2023 at her home with her loving family by her side. Marjorie was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Pearl Whiting. She was the devoted wife of over 63 years to Thomas Zarzycki. She enjoyed quilting, camping and spending time with her family. Marjorie is survived by her...
Raymond Farina
Dec 22, 2023
Raymond Mario Farina (Ray) 96, entered eternal life on Friday, December 22. He is predeceased by his beloved wife of 67 years, Louise, who passed on March 8 of this year. They will continue to celebrate Christmas in heaven united as husband and wife.Ray served in the Navy from February 23, 1945 and was discharged on July 20, 1946. After...
Gloria T. Parson
Dec 22, 2023
ALBANY - Gloria T. Parson, 74, passed away suddenly on Friday, December 22, 2023. Gloria was born in Pensacola, Florida on April 3, 1949 and was the daughter of the late Howard and Beaulah Mae (Milton) Thompson and wife of the late Chester C. Parson. Gloria graduated from Phillip Schuyler High School - Class of 1968, then graduated from Mildred...
Patricia H. Walsh
Dec 22, 2023
Patricia "Patty" Helen (Fanning) Walsh entered into Eternal Life on December 22, 2023, at Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Scotia, NY. She was born July 6, 1934, in Schenectady, NY, to parents John "Jack" Fanning and Ruth (Marx) Fanning. She grew up in Buffalo, NY, graduated from Mount St. Joseph Academy, and attended Bryant and Stratton Business College in...
Phillip Darmetko
Dec 21, 2023
Troy- Phillip Darmetko, 70, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 21, 2023 with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Julian and Stella Darmetko. After leaving High School, Phillip enlisted in the United States Marines where he was stationed in Vietnam where he served proudly until his honorable discharge. Phillip went on to work...
Clemens J. Smith
Dec 21, 2023
Clemens J. Smith, age 78, husband of Sharon A. Smith of Niskayuna, passed away peacefully at his home on December 21, 2023. Born in Albany, NY he was the son of the late Clemens Smith, Sr and late Sarah Smith. Born on January 24, 1945, "Clem" was the husband of his loving wife, Sharon, for 58 years. He honorably served...
Maria V. King
Dec 21, 2023
Mechanicville- Maria V. King, 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was the daughter of the late Michael and Edna Parisi. Maria was the devoted wife to Garry W. King. They were married 44 years. Maria worked as a Specifications Writer for New York State until her...
Janet L. Hudson
Dec 20, 2023
Janet Hudson, 88, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2023.Born on August 11, 1935 in Hudson Falls, Janet was the daughter of the late Ansel and Ruth Havens. She enjoyed reading, going on cruises, and hunting for treasures at garage sales. Above all, she loved spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, Janet was predeceased by her...
James M. Dowen, Jr.
Dec 20, 2023
SCHENECTADY - James M. Dowen, Jr., the beloved son of James, Sr. and Georgianna,passed away on December 20, 2023 after a brief illness. James was predeceased by the love of his life, Danielle; his brother, Danny Dowen and sister, Donna (Art) Hartwell.James is survived by his sons Steven (Kate), James (Jeremy) and Jeffrey(Meredith); his grandchildren, Derek (Kristen), Daniel, Nadea, Jacob,...
Joseph F. Markiewicz
Dec 20, 2023
Clifton Park- Joseph F. Markiewicz, 70, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. He was the son of the late Joseph and Dorothy Markiewicz. Joseph (Joe) was the devoted husband to Virginia Markiewicz. They were married 40 years. In addition to his wife, Joe is survived by his daughter, Paula Markiewicz Traeger; his son, Gregory Markiewicz; his brother, Steve...
Ronald R. Foeller
Dec 19, 2023
Ronald R. Foeller passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 in the comfort of his loved ones. He will be fondly remembered for his love of family, literature, music, and traveling. Born in Buffalo, New York on September 4, 1939, Ronald leaves two brothers, a sister, a wife, two children, and a granddaughter who ask that in lieu of services...
Cameron N. Razzano
Dec 19, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the loss of Cameron Nicholas Razzano on December 19, 2023 in Troy, NY. Cameron was born on July 2, 1997 in Troy, NY, to Carly (Snyder) and Anthony Razzano, III.Cameron was a proud graduate of Troy High School. Cameron enjoyed spending his time drawing, playing video games, watching and playing baseball, and...
Josephine Halliday
Dec 19, 2023
Albany – Josephine M. (Gambetti) Halliday, age 95, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 19th at Teresian House. Josephine was born December 30, 1910 in Bronx, NY to Mary Righi Gambetti and Gaetano Gambetti. She resided in Rockland County prior to moving to Albany in 1977. Josephine was a retired bookkeeper and a member of the Order of the Eastern...
Eric A. Ortiz
Dec 18, 2023
Albany- Eric A. Ortiz, 62, passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023 at St. Peter's Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born in Queens on January 12, 1961 he was the son of the late Edgardo and Jeannette Kozumbo Ortiz. Eric was an avid Yankees fan and enjoyed music, traveling, cruising, the ocean and photography. He was an artist and...
Ronald G. Didonna
Dec 18, 2023
Johnstown- Ronald " Ronnie" G. DiDonna, It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald G. DiDonna. Ronnie passed on December 18, 2023 after a long battle with illness. Ronnie was born on November 26, 1950 to the late William and Lempi DiDonna. Ronnie was the father of Jason DiDonna, who was his only child and...
Mary Ann Duffy
Dec 18, 2023
SCHENECTADY Mary Ann Duffy, 87, went home to the Lord on Monday, December 18, 2023 at Albany Medical Center Hospital. Mary was born on November 4, 1936 in Schenectady and was the daughter of the late William T. and Mary J. (Laden) Duffy, Sr. She graduated from Draper High School in Rotterdam - Class of 1955. She received a Bachelor's...
Jeffrey Varner
Dec 17, 2023
Jeffrey S. Varner, born March 5, 1964 in Buffalo, NY passed away at home on December 17, 2023. Jeffrey worked for Hudson Correctional Facility Correctional, as a Corrections Officer for over 25 years.Jeffrey was a respected Coach & Counselor and was known by many for his infectious smile.He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert & Carole Varner, his...
