George R. Petitt
Jul 21, 2023
George R. Petitt , 90 of Rotterdam, passed away on Friday, July 21, 2023. Born in Schenectady he was the son of the late Harriet and William R. Petitt. George served in the Army from 1952 to 1960 stationed in Korea. He retired from Niagara Mohawk after 33 years of service. George is a life time member of the VFW...
David Dombroski
Jul 21, 2023
Watervliet- David Dombroski, 61, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 21, 2023 with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Bernard and Dorothy Dombroski. David was the devoted husband to Matthew Ketcham. They were married 14 years. David worked as a technician at Albany Amusement all his life until his retirement.David enjoyed spending time...
Elaine M. Valenti
Jul 20, 2023
Troy-Valenti, Elaine M. (Pafundi), 92, passed away at Van Rensselaer Manor onWednesday, July 20, 2023. Elaine was born to the late Dominic and Louise (Cesta)Pafundi in Troy, NY on August 17, 1930. Elaine was married to the late Rocco A.Valenti Sr. for 60 years.Elaine spent most of her life as a homemaker. She enjoyed cooking and baking for her family...
Albert G. Hill
Jul 20, 2023
Albert G. Hill, 78, of Scotia-Glenville, NY, passed away peacefully on July 20th, 2023, surrounded by family after a courageous fight.Albert, a quiet and gentle soul, was born on February 17th, 1945, in Scotia-Glenville, NY, to the late Harold and Leona Hill. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War where he achieved...
Faye A. Semple
Jul 19, 2023
Albany - Williams-Semple, Faye Ann Agatha., 78y, was born on May 25th 1945 in Georgetown, Guyana, South America. She was the eldest daughter of the late Charlotte Semple-Williams and John Williams.Faye spent most of her childhood in Agricola on the EastBank of Demerara in Guyana, where she completed her primary and secondary school education. Faye obtained a Business Certificate from...
Leslie A. Liebig
Jul 19, 2023
Schenectady - Leslie A. Liebig passed away on July 19, 2023. He was born on July 9, 1953 to Horace and Helen (Gulewicz) Liebig in Schenectady, NY. He graduated from Schalmont High School in 1971. While attending high school, he earned his Private Pilot's License. He enlisted in the Coast Guard after graduation and served at Coast Guard Air Stations...
Kevin M. Miller
Jul 19, 2023
Kevin M. Miller, 62, passed away from a short illness, on July 19, 2023, surrounded by family and friends, in the comfort of his childhood home.Born on September 10, 1960 in Albany N.Y., he was the son of Thomas E. Miller and Gertrude Gerstenberger Miller.Kevin was a talented guitarist and artist. He worked as a cab driver for many years...
Charles H. Wilsey
Jul 19, 2023
ALBANY, NY – Charles H. Wilsey, known to all as "Chuck" or "Junior" or "Uncle Chuck", passed away on July 19, 2023 at Albany Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.Chuck was born on December 19, 1945, in Albany, NY, and served as a proud Marine during the Vietnam War, from November 28, 1967 to April 2, 1971, attaining the...
William D. Matthews, Jr.
Jul 19, 2023
William "Bill" Matthews Jr. passed away at home on July 19, 2023 with his loving family at his side. He was 75 years old.Bill was born in Troy NY on September 25, 1947 to the late William Matthews Sr. and late Loretta (nee Lenway). He graduated from Albany High in 1966. Shortly after graduating he enlisted in the U.S. Army...
Sarah T. Jones
Jul 18, 2023
Albany- Sarah "Sally" Jones (nee Brady), 91, passed on at home on July 18,2023 surrounded by loving family. She was born in North Albany and raised in Rensselaer. She was the daughter of Howard and Catherine (Bailey) Brady. Sally is, predeceased by her beloved husband, Wayne (2006), with whom she resided in Albany and Colonie. Sally is survived by her...
Philip N. Catalfamo
Jul 18, 2023
Philip N. Catalfamo, 97, husband to the late Marjorie E. (Slopka), passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023.Born February 15, 1926, in Albany, NY, he was the son to the late Joseph and Josephine (Georgianni) Catalfamo. Growing up he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and swimming with his brothers and friends. Philip would play the accordion to entertain his family and friends....
Gregg A. Hayes
Jul 17, 2023
Gregg A. Hayes, 59, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 17, 2023 at Albany Medical Center with his loving family by his side. Gregg was the son of the late James and Blanche (Spencer) Hayes. Gregg spent his whole life farming. He was a good herdsman. Gregg enjoyed spending time with his family and farming. His also loved taking time...
Bonita C. Brecht
Jul 17, 2023
COLONIE – Bonita C. Brecht, 71, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 17, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.She was born in Albany a daughter of the late Wilfrid and Simone (Beauparlant) Dupuis.Bonita was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, step-mother and step-grandmother. Bonita was huge fan and avid collector of Wizard of Oz memorabilia and cookbooks and she...
Amrollah Sadaghiani Tabrizi
Jul 17, 2023
Latham- Amrollah Sadaghiani Tabrizi, 90, died, Monday, July 17, 2023. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 1:30pm at Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Latham. To leave a special message for the family online please visit NewComerAlbany.com.
Patricia Ann Debobes
Jul 16, 2023
Patricia Ann DeBobes (née Loughlin), a resident of Amsterdam, NY and formerly of Stony Brook, NY, passed away Sunday, July 16, 2023.Born on February 21, 1955, Patricia was the daughter of the late John and Doris Loughlin (née Kelly) of Plainview, NY. Patricia was a graduate of Holy Trinity High School and later received her Associates Degree in Nursing at...
Raquel V. Woods
Jul 16, 2023
Raquel V. Romano Woods was born on Dec. 27, 1971 to Rodolfo and Araceli Romano. The eldest of the Romano siblings, she spent her early educational years in St. Paul's College in Manila, Philippines. She would continue her studies at Philippine Christian University. Upon the siblings' immigration into the US, and after pursuing courses in Nursing, she eventually landed multiple...
Anna Panetta Zumbo
Jul 16, 2023
LATHAM- Anna Panetta Zumbo, age 95, entered into eternal rest on July 16, 2023. Anna was born in Albany, NY, the daughter of the late Dominic and Mary Panetta.Anna was a Bookkeeper at her family's businesses, Panetta's Restaurant in Menands and Jack's Liquor Store and Antipasto's Restaurant in Clifton Park. She enjoyed many trips to Vegas and to Saratoga Racetrack....
Scott R. Sheldon
Jul 15, 2023
Scott R. Sheldon, 62, of Albany NY, son to the late Jayne Moccio and Robert Sheldon passed away suddenly on Saturday, July 15, 2023.Scott graduated from Houghton University with a Bachelor Degree in Accounting. He found his passion for employment while at Maximus, Inc., where he worked for many years helping NY State residents. During his time working at Armark...
John L. Ryan
Jul 15, 2023
John L. Ryan, 86 of Guilderland, a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at home on July 15, 2023. John prioritized family and friendship. Born in Cohoes, he was the son of the late Lubov (Libby) Wrench Ryan and John L. Ryan Sr. John is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Ann P....
Earl Glenn Smith
Jul 14, 2023
Albany - Earl Glenn Smith, age 96, passed away Friday, July 14, 2023, at the Loudonville Assisted Residence with his wife Jean by his side.Earl was born in Exeter, NY to the late Albert and Rena (Wright) Smith.Earl was a scholar and a gentleman, a WWII veteran was awarded the European African Middle Eastern Campaign Award, good conductmedal, WWII Victory...
