Ruth E. Panunzio
Dec 8, 2025
Ruth E. Panunzio, 93, passed away peacefully at her home on December 8, 2025.
Born in Amsterdam, New York, she was the daughter of the late Chester and Ann Walag.
Ruth was employed and retired from the South Colonie School District. She enjoyed gardening, going to the Turning Stone Casino, and spending time with her beloved dogs.
In addition to her parents, Ruth...
Kathleen J. Mazzarella
Dec 7, 2025
Schenectady- Kathleen J. Mazzarella, 74, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was the daughter of the late August and Virginia Alescio. Kathleen was the devoted wife to Frank W. Mazzarella. They were married 53 years.
Kathleen worked as a secretary at GE, an assistant teacher at Pineview Preschool...
Sandra L. Blake
Dec 7, 2025
Sandra L. Blake, 73, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 7, 2025 with her loving family by her side. Sandy was the daughter of the late Edward and Elaine Crandall. Sandra was the devoted wife, of over 42, to the late Frederick A. Blake, Sr.
She worked for Knolls Atomic. Sandy enjoyed going to the Casino, taking rides in the car...
James Robert "Bob" Burgess
2025
Burgess, James Robert -ALBANY. James “Bob”, “JR” Burgess, 77, found peace after a long battle with Parkinsons Disease on December 6, 2025.
Bob was born at the Cohoes Hospital on January 17, 1948, to James Arthur Burgess and Jean Cameron (Mitchell) Burgess. Bob would be the oldest of 6 siblings, growing up in the City of Watervliet, holding his first job...
Donald L. Blaha
Dec 6, 2025
Don Blaha, age 84, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Saturday, December 6, 2025, following a long battle with several illnesses.
Don was born June 3, 1941 in Schenectady, NY, the son of Lewis Blaha and Henrietta (Daszewski) Blaha. In addition to his parents and grandparents, he was predeceased by his brother Robert Blaha, sister-in-law Trudy Barey Blaha, cousin Carole...
Madeline "Matt" Putty Seel
Dec 4, 2025
Madeline “Matt” Putty Seel entered this world on November 6, 1944, in the Roxborough section of Philadelphia, the youngest of four children born to the late George and Lillian Putty. On December 4th, 2025, she traded this life for her eternal home, no doubt arriving with that trademark confidence and a beautiful smile.
At a very young age, Matt accepted Christ...
Marianne Dillon
Dec 4, 2025
Marianne Dillon, 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at The Home of the Good Shepherd.
Marianne was born in Brooklyn and was the daughter of the late John Malachi Dillon and Ann Hicks Dillon. She is survived by her sisters Susan Middleton and Sharon Overbury, nieces and nephews, cousins and close friends.
Throughout the years Marianne worked for a...
Morgan Leigh Heidrich
Dec 3, 2025
Morgan "Pie" Heidrich, 17, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2025, in the arms of her mother and father, surrounded by comfort and love. From the moment she arrived, Morgan carried a light that touched every life around her. Her journey was marked by courage, sweetness, and a spirit that taught others how to love with patience and depth.
Born in...
Bonnie J. Vanderbogart
Dec 3, 2025
Schenectady- Bonnie J. Vanderbogart, 73, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 with her loving family by her side. She was the daughter of the late Chester and Marion Kiernozek. Bonnie was the devoted wife to Kirk E.Vanderbogart. They were married 52 years.
Bonnie worked as a Weightmaster in Albany, New York until her retirement.
Bonnie enjoyed spending time with her...
Lucy Bremm
Dec 3, 2025
COLONIE- Lucy P. Bremm, 94, passed away peacefully at her home on December 3, 2025.
She was born in Albany on December 12, 1930, to Thomas and Mary Paolucci.
Lucy started work with New York Telephone, where she made many friends right after high school, retiring as a manager in 1989.
She became the first woman president of The Italian Community Center in...
Lois K. Costeniuc
Dec 2, 2025
Lois K. Costeniuc, 94, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at St. Peter’s Hospital.
She was born in Albany on April 15, 1931, a daughter of the late Henry and Anna (Zickler) Kimmel.
Lois was employed for many years with the State of New York Dept. of Education, retiring in 1993. Lois loved animals and enjoyed gambling on the slot machines.
In...
David A. Smith
2025
David A. Smith, 64, the son of Rosemary and the late William Smith, of Guilderland, passed away at home on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Dave was a lifelong resident of Guilderland. He spent his career working in the construction industry within in the Capital District area.
Dave is predeceased by his father William R. Smith.
He is survived by his mother, Rosemary Smith...
William Joseph Veach
Nov 30, 2025
William Joseph Veach, formerly of Little Rock, Arkansas, and long-time lover of upstate NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 30th, 2025 with his youngest daughter Guenevere and son Michael by his side. He was 84.
William “Bill” was born on July 12th, 1941 to parents Theodore and Mary Veach in Brooklyn, NY and raised in Elmont Long Island. He was...
Florence H. Houck
Nov 30, 2025
COLONIE - Florence H. Houck, 75, passed Sunday, November 30, 2025 at Albany Medical Center, with her loving family at her side.
She was born February 24, 1950 in Colonie, New York, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Ruth Metzger. Florence was the devoted wife of Michael P. Houck Sr of Colonie. They were married for 55 years.
Florence...
Judith A. Enos
Nov 30, 2025
Rexford- Judith A. Enos, 85, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 30, 2025 with her loving family by her side. She was born in Albany, daughter to the late Frederick and Joan Britting. Judith was the devoted wife to the late Edward T. Enos. They were married 50 years.
Judith worked for several years in banking with Home and City as...
Michael K Hartley
Nov 30, 2025
HALFMOON – Michael K. Hartley, 86, of Halfmoon passed away on Sunday morning, November 30, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on Green Island a son of the late Joseph and Rita (Belrose) Hartley. He was raised on Green Island and graduated from Heatly High School.
Michael was employed for over forty years with Manning Lydell, Inc. retiring in...
Sharan Phillip-Smith
2025
Albany- Sharan Phillip-Smith passed away on November 29,2025. Sharan Phillip was born On August 23, 1961, to the late Victor and Adeline Phillip of Gonzales, Point Fortin, Trinidad and Tobago. She was the second child of this marriage, following her brother Sherwayne.
In June 1974, Sharan migrated to the United States, where she attended and graduated from Winthrop Junior High School...
Carmela White
Nov 28, 2025
Carmela White, 77, passed away Sunday November 28th, 2025 at the Delmar Center. She was born in Avellino, Italy in 1948 to the late Ciro and Victoria Sagliocca.
She is survived by her children, Theresa White and Christopher White, siblings Gerard, Gennaro and Sage.
A visitation will be held on Thursday December 4th from 1130am-130pm at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343...
Leonard P. Blond, Sr.
Nov 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Leonard P. Blond Sr., 91, of Clifton Park, announce his peaceful passing on November 28, 2025.
Born on May 10, 1934, Leonard was the son to the late Mary Barbera and Anthony Blond.
Leonard was a skilled car body repairman for Schenectady Plymouth, and later was employed with All-State Insurance Co. as a...
