Obituaries

Diane Lindemann

Diane Lindemann

May 16, 2025

Diane Lindemann, 74, of Latham, NY, died on May 16, 2025, surrounded by family and loved ones.

Born in Albany, NY, Diane grew up in Guilderland before settling in Latham.

Diane was a graduate of Guilderland High School. Upon graduation, she embarked on a rewarding 37-year career with the Testing Division of the New York State Department of Civil Service, where her...

Oren "Jake" Bates II

Oren "Jake" Bates II

2025

Knox- Oren “Jake” Bates, 71, passed away on May 14, 2025. Born on March 17, 1954, he was the cherished son of the late Sonny and Joyce Bates.

Jake was a true outdoorsman at heart. He enjoyed nature, especially while hunting and fishing along the Ausable River in the Adirondacks. He loved camping with family and friends, playing horseshoes, snowmobiling, and...

Christopher G. Martinek

Christopher G. Martinek

May 14, 2025

Christopher G. Martinek, 70, husband of Mary Lou Martinek of Colonie, NY, passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at St. Peter's Hospital. Born May 13, 1955, in Granville, New York, he was the son of the late Vincent and Patricia Martinek. 

Chris attended Bishop Gibbons High School and received his associate's degree from Hudson Valley Community College. He spent over 30...

Shirley A. Sidoti

Shirley A. Sidoti

2025

Shirley A. Sidoti, of Schenectady, NY, passed away on May 13, 2025. 

Born to Joseph and Ruth Tebo, Shirley was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend. She was known for her kindness, warmth, and constant willingness to lend a helping hand. Shirley found joy in giving to others and touched many lives with her generous heart. She will be deeply missed...

Kim Masterson

Kim Masterson

May 13, 2025

COLONIE- Kim Masterson, age 65, passed away after a long fight with various ailments on May 13, 2025.

She was born in Albany, the daughter of the late Albert and Margaret Forman. She was also predeceased by her brother, James Forman.

Kim worked for the NYS DMV for many years before becoming disabled. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

She...

Joanne LaHart

Joanne LaHart

2025

Joanne Cocucci LaHart, 82, of Glenville, New York, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at the home of her daughter after a short battle with lung cancer. 

Born on August 2, 1942, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Camilio Cocucci and Mary Koval, Joanne attended Cardinal Mooney High School and became a Registered Nurse through the St. Elizabeth School of Nursing, Youngstown, in...

Mary T. Angerame

Mary T. Angerame

May 12, 2025

 COLONIE – Mary Angerame – also known as “The Nanster” and “Tall Slender Mary” – died Monday, May 12 at her home. She was 95.

Revered (and occasionally feared) by her children and worshipped by her grandchildren, she was the matriarch of a large and loving group of people she considered family.

She was born in Coxsackie, NY on Aug. 8, 1929...

George M. Bradt III

George M. Bradt III

May 12, 2025

George M. Bradt III, passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2025, surrounded by his cherished family. He was born on April 3, 1933, in Albany to the late George M. Bradt II and Mae Bradt.

He proudly served in the US Marines, earning the title of Major. George was the director of Internal Audit New York State Teachers Retirement...

Stephen Boras

Stephen Boras

May 11, 2025

Stephen Boras, born on April 3, 1957 in the Bronx, New York, to Andrew “Ken” and Rita Boras, passed away unexpectedly on May 11, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, learning, and love.

A bright and curious mind from a young age, Steven graduated from Cardozo High School in Queens, NY before pursuing higher education at Pratt Institute, where he...

Pat J. Alfano

Pat J. Alfano

May 11, 2025

Halfmoon- Pat J. Alfano, 101, husband of the late Rosemary D. Alfano of Halfmoon NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at the Van Rensselaer Manor in Troy, NY.

Pat was born November 3, 1923, in Utica NY to the late Lester and Mary (Tedesco) Alfano of Utica, NY.

Pat achieved the rank of Master Sergeant in the U.S. Army...

Sylvia Brown

Sylvia Brown

May 11, 2025

Sylvia Rose Brown, 77, wife of Derrick Brown of Joe Hut District Trelawny Jamaica West Indies, transitioned from this world on May 11, 2025, at the Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Scotia New York.

Sylvia Rose Brown was born October 8, 1947, in Campbells Land in the parish of Trelawny Jamaica West Indies. She was the daughter of the...

Elisabeth Weglinski

Elisabeth Weglinski

2025

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Elisabeth Weglinski, aged 96, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Glendale Nursing Home.

Elisabeth was born on November 4, 1928, in Herzogenaurach, Germany, to Georg and Kunigunda (Zimmerer) Mayd. She was predeceased by her husband of 72 years, Stefan, her daughter Marianne,...

Shirley Mae Greene

Shirley Mae Greene

May 8, 2025

VOORHEESVILLE - Shirley Mae Greene, 86 passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at Brightview Senior Living, Warren, NJ. She lived in Voorheesville, NY for more than 50 years before moving to NJ.

Born in Albany, New York she was the beloved wife of late Waldo “Wally” R. Greene; daughter of late Leroy and Eleanor Vanderburgh and sister of the late...

Hank F. Kozlowski

Hank F. Kozlowski

2025

Henry (Hank) Kozlowski, 79 of Albany, NY passed peacefully at home May 8, 2025.

Born April 7, 1946 in Albany, NY, the son of the late Henry F and Elizabeth Mary Kiszka. Hank graduated from Vincentian Institute H.S. and the University of Miami.

Upon graduation, he worked in research at Albany Medical Center before becoming a manager at Sterling Winthrop, Rensselaer, NY.

In...

Jean H. Snyder

Jean H. Snyder

May 7, 2025

ALBANY- Jean H. Snyder, age 78, passed away surrounded by family on May 7, 2025.

She was born in Albany, the daughter of the late Gerald and Jane Snyder. She was also predeceased by her sisters: Linda and Katie.

Jean was a graduate of Chandler College in Boston, MA and spent her entire career in the Executive Chamber of the New York...

Joseph B. Fitzpatrick, Jr.

Joseph B. Fitzpatrick, Jr.

May 6, 2025

SCHENECTADY - Joseph B. Fitzpatrick, Jr., 86, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025 at Glendale Nursing Home. Born in Albany, New York, he was the beloved son of the late Joseph B. and Laura Tartaglia Fitzpatrick.

Joe attended the former Philip Schuyler High School and retired from Boyd Printing Co. Prior to Boyd Printing Co., he worked 30 years for...

John "Bill" Morgan

John "Bill" Morgan

2025

Albany- John “Bill” Morgan, 83 of Albany, N.Y., died May 6, 2025. Bill was born April 12,1942 in Albany to the late Ernest “Spike” Morgan and Helen (Sokol) Morgan.

He graduated from CBA, class of 1960, where he excelled as a member of the school rifle team. Bill, a firearms enthusiast, remained an expert marksman throughout his life. He worked for...

Frances Bonaventura Blaine

Frances Bonaventura Blaine

May 5, 2025

SCHENECTADY - Frances “Fran” Bonaventura (Celella) Blaine, 94, of Albany, NY, wife of the late Frank Blaine and later, wife of the late Harry Whipple, passed peacefully from this life to the next, on Monday, May 5, 2025 at Albany Medical Center.

Born Francesca on June 23, 1930, in Amorosi, Italy, Fran immigrated with her family to the United States at...

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