Apr 15, 2026

COLONIE- Joan M. Smith, age 85, peacefully passed away at Rosewood Rehabilitation & Nursing in East Greenbush, NY.

She was born in Ballston Spa, NY on August 25, 1940, the daughter of the late US Army Sgt. 1st Class Douglas W. Blankschen and Teresa Guido Blankschen and by her step mother Loretta (Blankschen) French who she was raised by. She was...

Apr 15, 2026

ALBANY - Elvera (Caicco) Lecorchick, 101, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at Teresian House surrounded by her family after a long illness. She was predeceased by her husband, William Lecorchick. Daughter of the late Joseph Caicco and Phillipina (Provenzano) Caicco, she was born on July 10, 1924 in Ford City, PA.

Elvera was a stay at home mom to...

2026

Takako M. Roy, 95, of Albany, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. 

Family and friends may call on Monday, April 20, 2026, from 10:00am-11:00am at New Comer Cremations & Funerals - Colonie Chapel, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie, NY 12205 where funeral services will be held immediately after. Interment at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery will...

Apr 13, 2026

HALFMOON-Phillip J. McGeough, Sr. age 74, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2026.

He was born in Albany, the son of the late Thomas and Dorothy McGeough.

Phil retired from the Albany County Sheriff's Office as a Correction Officer Captain.

A great father who was always there—especially for sporting events—Phil Sr. loved cheering on his grandchildren from the sidelines. He enjoyed camping, the...

Apr 12, 2026

Robert Thomas Ellsworth, 78, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at the VA Hospital.

Robert was the son of the late Fred and Helen Ellsworth.

Robert worked for the VA Hospital for many years where he maintained many friendships. He had a love for God and his family and spending time with them.

He was predeceased by his siblings Eugene, Ruth,...

Apr 12, 2026

Dorothea “Dottie” Anne Moyer, 85, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026, at Shaker Place Nursing Home, which was home. 

Dottie was born in Athol, MA. On April 6, 1941, she was the daughter of Geraldine (Blaser) Wall-Alderman and the late Joseph L Wall.

Dottie was dedicated to her work as a Food Service aide at the ARC for 30+ years and...

2026

Green Island - Everette A. Morgan, 79, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026, at St. Peter's Hospital after a brief illness. He was born and raised in Laurel Hill, NC, and moved to South Troy in 1966, where he raised his family for 45 years before retiring to Green Island.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years,...

2026

Helen E. Pitts, 88, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026. She was born to the late Loyal Rawson Sr. and Helen Rawson Dygert in 1938, in Glens Falls, New York.

Helen was a treasured wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and a beacon of joy within her community. She was known for her love and zest for life, laughing, and befriending...

Apr 11, 2026

Thomas A. Cusack Jr., 85, passed away on April 11, 2026, at St. Peter's Hospital, surrounded by his wife, Susan, and sons, Donald and Christopher.

He was born on February 21, 1941, the son of the late Thomas A. Cusack Sr. and Evelyn Dawson Cusack.

Tom was a resident of Colonie all his life, and was a graduate of Colonie Central High...

2026

Raymond F. Dozois, 99, of Clifton Park, passed away on April 11, 2026. Born on November 9, 1926, in Cohoes, New York, he was the son of the late Francis and Virginia Dozois.

Raymond proudly served in the Merchant Marines and later in the United States Army during the Japanese Occupation. He was an avid bowler and gardener, taking great pride...

2026

Ethelanne Oyer Vulgamore (“Nan”) passed peacefully on April 11, 2026 in Albany, New York. Named after her two grandmothers, she grew up in Waverly, Ohio, and lived a life rooted in music, spiritual depth and a deep curiosity about the wider world.

Nan studied music education at Denison University and Boston University, laying the foundation for a lifelong devotion to music—not...

Apr 11, 2026

EAST GREENBUSH- Franklin E. Mann, age 81, peacefully passed away on April 11, 2026.

He was born in Stamford, NY, the son of the late Edmund H. Mann and Bertha C. Mann. He was also predeceased by his aunt Mary Bellinger.

Frank was a graduate of the Middleburgh Central School District and then was drafted into the Army during the Vietnam Conflict....

Apr 10, 2026

Lenore Eckels-Kent, 91, passed away on April 10, 2026 with her daughter at her side. She was born in Albany on April 19, 1934 a daughter of the late Glen L. Quiggle and Emma Kathleen (Womer)

Lenore briefly worked for the Railroad and worked on a local farm, packing apples for several years. She later worked for Montgomery Ward and later...

2026

Colonie - Conrad E. Wunsch Jr., 93, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026. Born in Albany, NY, he was the son of the late Conrad and Lena Wunsch.

Conrad proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War after graduating from high school. He later worked as a warehouse employee for Schenectady Chemicals and A&P Supermarket.

A...

Apr 8, 2026

Carolyn Elizabeth Keelan Griffin, 81, passed away on April 8, 2026, at her home in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. She is survived by her son David Griffin, Jr., daughter Kelly Griffin Reale, son-in-law Pat Reale and granddaughters Alexandra and Erin, plus many extended family members and friends. Carolyn is predeceased by her loving husband of 52 years, David Griffin, Sr....

Apr 7, 2026

2026

Jessica L. White, 34, of Colonie, NY, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026, at St. Peter’s Hospice in Albany, NY.

Jessica was born on February 5, 1992, in North Carolina to the late Carla J. Sapienza and the late Jeffrey W. White. Jess and her mother, Carla, later moved back to Latham, where she graduated from Shaker High School.

Jessica loved...

Apr 7, 2026

Albany — Edward Ragule, 66, passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at St. Peter’s Hospital, surrounded by his family. Born in Albany, he was one of seven children of the late Edward and Martha Ragule.

Eddie was a three sport athlete at CBA. He played football basketball and track.



During his senior year, he was switched to quarterback when the starting quarterback...

Apr 6, 2026

Craig K. West, 86, passed away on April 6, 2026.

Born May 27, 1939, he was the son of the late Kenneth and Evelyn West.

Craig enjoyed woodworking, fishing, camping, hunting, cooking, golfing, bowling, darts, and the New York Yankees. He volunteered at the Elks Lodge in Guilderland.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother in law, Joe Grosse.

He is...

Apr 6, 2026

Thomas P. Minahan, 82, of North Fort Myers, FL and Troy, NY, passed peacefully on Monday, April 6, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.

Tom was born on August 5, 1943, in Troy, NY. Tom proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1960-1964. He was an Airman 1st Class Top Secret Communications. Tom had 3 brothers and...