Lydamae T. Peters
2026
Latham — Lydamae T. Peters, 79, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, with her family by her side. She was born on October 4, 1946, in Troy, New York, and grew up in Latham, New York. She was the daughter of the late Marion (Tanner) Peters and Charles V. Peters.
Lydamae graduated from Shaker High School, Class of 1963. Following...
Lilian G. Dixon
Mar 24, 2026
Schenectady- Lillian G. (nee Olar) (formerly Hanham) Dixon born Aurora, Ill July 17, 1926, died peacefully of natural causes in her home on March 24, 2026 in Schenectady, NY at the age of 99 years.
She studied dance as a young girl in Aurora Ill with Mary and Jean Mullins who were trained by Ruth St Denis, an early pioneer of...
Bozena Teresa Grosman
Mar 22, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bozena Teresa Grosman, a loving mother, devoted community member, and beloved friend, who passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was 62 years old.
Born in Hrubieszow, Poland, Bozena was a cherished presence in the lives of all who knew her. She...
Gregory V. Keville
Mar 21, 2026
TROY - Gregory “Greg” Keville, 72, died peacefully on March 21, 2026, following a recent cancer diagnosis. Greg was born on June 30, 1953, in Troy, the third child of the late Gertrude (Sagendorf) Keville and George Keville Sr.
He was the devoted husband of Barbara (Hogan) for 53 years and a loving father to Eric (Kendal) and Jason (Valerie). Greg...
Gaile E. Sharpe
Mar 19, 2026
Gaile Elizabeth (Kerr) Sharpe passed from this life on Thursday, March 19, following a short illness. Born in Lowville, NY, on October 25, 1948, to Elizabeth (Lauber) Kerr and Randolph E. Kerr, Gaile attended the General Martin School in Glenfield and Canton High School in Canton, NY; she graduated in 1966 from Guilderland Central High School in Guilderland, NY. Gaile...
Ionada J. Simmons
Mar 17, 2026
Ionada J. Simmons, 54, passed away peacefully on March 17th, 2026. She was born in Schenectady NY to Furman Simmons and Brenda Fields.
She is survived by her son Ciaus Simmons, mother Brenda, sibilings Edward Bell and Samati Simmons.
Services will be private.
Bernard "Bernie" F. Schunicht
2026
Bernard “Bernie” F. Schunicht, 86, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
Born in Louisville, Kentucky to the late John B. and Virgie R. Schunicht, where he resided before moving to the Capital District in 1962.
Bernie graduated from RPI with a Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering in the spring of 1964. During this time,...
Nancy M. Domanico
Mar 16, 2026
Nancy M. Domanico, 55, of Ballston Spa, passed away unexpectedly, on March 16, 2026.
Born November 24, 1970, in Albany NY, to the late Jim Brown and Donna Mann (Levine).
Nancy graduated from Berne-Knox Highschool and later would go on to become a United States veteran serving in the Airforce from 1993-1996. After serving in the airforce she enrolled into Saint Rose...
Mary "Vicki" Townsend
2026
ALBANY, NY — Mary “Vicki” Townsend, 75, of Albany, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 16, 2026.
Born on December 30, 1950, in Albany, New York, she was the beloved daughter of the late Fredrick and Rita Boyzer.
Vicki spent most of her life in the Capital Region, where she worked at a variety of jobs throughout the Albany area. Above all,...
Margaret A. Frese
Mar 16, 2026
SCHENECTADY – Margaret A. Frese, 71, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 16, 2026.
She was born in Schenectady on February 28, 1955 a daughter of the late Lawrence D. and Phoebe R. (Tyrrell) Edmonds.
Margaret was a graduate of Linton High School Class of 1973.
She was employed for forty-six years as a Nurse with Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital in Schenectady...
Elizabeth L. Forchilli
Mar 15, 2026
Elizabeth Lee Forchilli, born October 17, 1957, passed away peacefully March 15, 2026. A proud mother who dedicated her life to raising her 4 sons and often referred to as “Betty and the Boys”.
Her sons gave her the wish she always wanted, 3 daughters who she accepted as her own. Throughout her life Elizabeth was known to make any house...
Donald D. Carpenter Sr.
Mar 14, 2026
Donald David Carpenter Sr., 40, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
Born on October 20, 1985, in Albany, New York, Donald was a lifelong resident of the area and a dedicated member of his community. He was the beloved husband of Jessica (Scattergood) Carpenter, with whom he shared a deep and loving partnership.
Donald was a devoted father to his...
Albert H. Lewis
Mar 13, 2026
Albert Hanson Lewis peacefully passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026. He was born on July 15, 1941 in Portland, Jamaica to Daniel Lewis and Mary Adina Thomas.
Albert began his early education in Portland, Jamaica and later relocated to Trelawny where he completed his schooling. From a young age, he demonstrated strong faith, leadership, and a deep commitment to serving...
Thomas P. Farrell
Mar 13, 2026
Thomas Patrick Farrell passed away suddenly and peacefully at his home on March 13, 2026 at the age of 73.
He was born in Albany, NY on September 27, 1952 to parents Shirley Mae Huhn Farrell and John (Jack) Arthur Farrell II.
In his early childhood, Tommy lived in Rensselaer, NY with his parents and two sisters. They moved to the Town...
Michael S. Welsh
Mar 13, 2026
Clifton Park, NY - Michael Stanzack Welsh, 79, fell asleep in the Lord on March 13, 2026.
He was born in 1946 to parents Joseph Earl Welsh and Marion Spencer Welsh. He is survived by his wife, Maria; his children, Daniel (Dale Bouchard) and Anastasia (James Carroll); his grandchildren, Jacob (Cassidy), Abigail (Otis Friday), Charles and Gabriella; and great grandchild, Rozaliya.
Michael...
Donna M. Finlay
Mar 13, 2026
On Friday, March 13th Donna M. Finlay, of Stuyvesant, NY passed away at the age of 73 after a long illness. She was born in Albany, NY to the late Edwin J. Lawler and Kathleen Lawler. She was a graduate of St. Joseph's high school and throughout her many years of employment she excelled through her diligence and hard work...
Elaine K. (Hirt) Gauthier
2026
ALBANY - Elaine K. (Hirt) Gauthier, 72, of Albany, N.Y., passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026. Born on February 23, 1954, to parents Michael J. Sheehan and Daria Sheehan (Barachini), Elaine built a life centered around love and family.
She was the devoted wife of Michael Gauthier, Beloved sister of Michael J. () Sheehan, Rita Sheehan; She graduated from Albany...
Kathleen “Kathi” A. Letko
2026
Kathleen “Kathi” A. Letko, 76, of Slingerlands, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026. She was born in South Bend, Indiana, to the late Edward O. and Mary K. Dodson.
Kathi is survived by her loving husband, Peter Letko. She was a devoted mother to Benjamin (Tracy) Letko, Teresa (John) McIntosh, and Joshua (Sarah) Letko. She was also a proud grandmother...
Patricia "Patty" J. Oddy
2026
Albany- Patricia Jane Oddy, lovingly known as Patty, passed away on March 12, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 26, 1947 to the late Carl Alger and Alice Pierce Alger.
Patty was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She had a kind heart, a caring spirit and a way of making those around her feel loved...
Raymond Stanley Christy
Mar 12, 2026
Raymond Stanley 'Stan' Christy, 61, died on March 12th, 2026, at Saratoga Hospital after a brief illness. He was a 4 yr. resident of Milton moving from his 20yr. residence on Front St., Schenectady.
He was born June 12th, 1964, in Canton NY to parents Richard 'Dick' Christy and Irene Gilette. He now joins them in heaven. He was educated in...