Feb 14, 2023

SCHENECTADY- Barbara Neal, 74, a lifelong Schenectady resident, died unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, February 14, 2023.Barbara was predeceased by her parents, Adam and Cecelia Samelski.She graduated from Mont Pleasant High School and began working at General Electric for 19 years. Barbara returned to school to earn a business degree at Spencer College. She then worked for several small firms...

Feb 14, 2023

Albany- Duell, Clarence Edward, Jr. "Ed", 54, of Albany, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, in Albany Medical Center Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Ed was the son of Charlotte A. (Crossman) Duell and the late Clarence Edward Duell of Albany. He is predeceased by his brother, Benjamin F. Duell, and his stepdaughter, Brianna Beebe. Ed had many...

Feb 14, 2023

Glenville- Irene (Szot) Smith, 73, died peacefully at home on February 14, 2023 surrounded by her family. Irene grew up in South Troy after her family immigrated from the Ukraine. She was one of 8 children. Irene married the love of her life, Jack (John) Smith at just 20 years old and they enjoyed 52 1/2 years of marriage. They...

Feb 14, 2023

COLONIE – Mary A. Shields Niles, 82, of Colonie, passed away peacefully on Valentine's Day. Born in Piercefield, NY, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Katherine O'Connor. Mary was a resident of Colonie for 55 years. She worked for many years as a Health Benefits Coordinator for South Colonie Central School District from where she retired. Mary...

Feb 13, 2023

Mark Chandler Matthews, age 67, passed away suddenly on February 13, 2023 in Albany, New York. Born at Harlem Hospital on September 4, 1955, he was the first son of the late Adelade Matthews and the eldest of six siblings. He is preceded in death by his mother, sister Deborah Matthews, grandmother Wilmont Chandler-Greenidge, and grandfather Cyril Greenidge. Mark grew...

Feb 13, 2023

Colonie- Gary L. Flaherty II, 57, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2023. Gary was employed with the National Guard at the Watervliet Arsenal for 35 years as a Supply Technician and Supervisor until his retirement. He was known for his outgoing, caring and empathetic personality, and was always willing to lend a helping hand.Gary is survived by his son,...

Feb 13, 2023

Menands-Louis G Gladstone 69, of Menands, passed away suddenly Friday, February 13th at Albany Medical Center Hospital. He was born in Queens and was the son of the late David and Mildred Gladstone. Louis worked for many years for New York State Dept. of Social Services. He is survived by his beloved wife Judith L Gladstone. The family wishes to...

Feb 12, 2023

ALBANY- Allyson Rose Butterbaugh-Nadler, age 56, passed away on February 22, 2023 from complications of Frontotemporal Dementia at Albany Medical Center. She was born in North Tarrytown, NY, the daughter of Melvyn Butterbaugh and Barbara Haverly. Allyson is survived by her children: Leon, Nico, Vick, and Vaughn; and was predeceased by her daughter Rachael Marietta Nadler.She is also survived by...

Feb 12, 2023

Albany- Callaghan Gorman Cassidy, 22, It is with great sadness, we announce the loss of Cassidy Gorman Callaghan, who died suddenly on Sunday, February 12, 2023. Cassidy was born on April 29, 2000 in Albany NY, to Meg (Margaret) Gorman and the late Bryan Callaghan. From the day she was born you knew that she had an old, beautiful, amazing,...

Feb 11, 2023

Chuck attended public schools in the North Colonie Central School District. His first job was delivering newspapers, which made him known throughout the neighborhood. Chuck kept small snakes in a terrarium, which was a major attraction with his friends. He also collected Star Wars, He-Man and WWF action figures. He attended Calvary United Methodist Church with his family. At age...

Feb 10, 2023

Jean F. McRae, 93, daughter to the late Clarence C. and Ruth A. (Hopkins) McRae, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 10, 2023. Jean graduated from Albany Business School, worked for many years at A&P, and later retired as Office Manager at Certified Allergy of Albany NY. She loved Mah-jongg, doing puzzles, and playing solitaire. Jean would often be found...

Feb 9, 2023

JAMESVILLE - Lena Helen Massa, 88 of Jamesville, passed away on Thursday February 9, 2023. She was born in Niagara Falls, NY on June 26, 1934, a daughter of the late Antonio and Christina D'Andrea. She met her husband at a USO Dance while he was serving in the Army, stationed in Niagara Falls. Lena married Frank Massa on August...

Feb 9, 2023

Kathleen L. DiCaprio, 71, passed away peacefully on February 9th at Ellis hospital. She was born in Indiana, PA to the late Shirley Webster and Richard Boord. She was a 1969 graduate of Scotia-Glenville High School. She worked for AT&T before going on to NYS Thruway Authority until her retirement. Kathleen loved to read and garden. She enjoyed hosting family...

Feb 8, 2023

Towanna Graham Ramdene lived a big beautiful life in the 66 years, 10 months, and 28 days she graced this earth (d. 2/8/23). There wasn't a bit of life she wasn't curious about. In the time she was with us, she loved deeply, created beauty wherever she went, and left a wake of magic behind her. Her presence — playful,...

Feb 7, 2023

Clifton Park- Ramon Salichs, at 84 years old passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Eduardo Salichs and Maria Ortiz. Ramon was the devoted husband to Gloria Salichs. They were married for 36 years. After graduating as a Private Investigator in Criminal Justice, he studied...

Feb 7, 2023

Sadie Lynn Kopyc, 36, passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. Sadie was the daughter of Robert Kopyc (Dana French) and Theresa Wowk (David Chouinard). Sadie had a passion for life and the most loving and generous heart. She had a love for animals, music, making arts and crafts, jewelry making, painting, drawing and gardening. Her sparkling personality and unique...

Feb 7, 2023

Feb 7, 2023

Schenectady - Thomas Francis Reinhart, 79, passed away peacefully Thursday, February 7th at Ellis Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He leaves behind his loving wife of 53 years, Aileen, their daughters; Lisa (Doug) Davis and Jennifer (John) Tremblay; grandchildren; Courtney Marie Davis, Kristofer Thomas Davis and Douglas John Davis, Jr., great-grandchildren; Austin Davis, Natalie, Pinkham, Maraya Davis and Kameron...

Feb 6, 2023

Albany- Neil Andrew Olsen, 61, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Monday, February 6, 2023. Born in Delmar, he was the son of the late Rolf Arthur and Marcelle Olsen. Neil is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Patti Olsen and his children Neil Andrew Olsen Jr. "Andy" and Kayla Christine Olsen (Bryan).Neil, who was first...

Feb 5, 2023

Cohoes-Pauline Raggs, 84, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on February 5, 2023. Pauline is the daughter of the late Samuel Cobbins and Mary Farrell. She was a loving grandmother who enjoyed the coziness of being home, watching TV, coloring, word puzzles and sharing in the gospel. She also enjoyed socializing with close friends and family. Many...