Obituaries

Alfreda M. Greghi-Pitts

Alfreda M. Greghi-Pitts

2025

Visitation will take place on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie NY, 12205. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Glenmont. 

Full obituary to follow. 

Joan O'Grady Rimawi

Joan O'Grady Rimawi

2025

Joan O’Grady Rimawi, 93, wife of Dr. Karim Rimawi for 55 years, passed away on October 26th, 2025 at her home in Glenmont, NY. She was surrounded by her loving family. Joan was born on July 1st, 1932 in Plattsburgh, NY to Mary A. Labombard (née Leonard) and Thomas L. LaBombard.

Joan received her Bachelor’s Degree, with a major in Social...

William DeSeve

William DeSeve

Oct 26, 2025

William Jude DeSeve joined his beloved wife and son in heaven on October 26, 2025. On the days leading to and of his passing, he was surrounded by loved ones from near and far. 

William was born on July 7, 1948 to William G. and Lillian M. DeSeve (née Carroll) in the hamlet of West Albany, NY. He graduated from Colonie...

Ulrich Odin Tedeschi

Ulrich Odin Tedeschi

Oct 26, 2025

Sir Ulrich Odin Tedeschi, age 10, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 26, 2025, surrounded by his family after a courageous lifelong battle with cancer. From the moment he entered this world, Ulrich faced challenges with a bravery and tenacity that inspired everyone who knew him.

Despite the countless hospital visits, treatments, and obstacles that filled his young life, Ulrich never...

Grace J. Catalano

Grace J. Catalano

2025

Grace J. Catalano, 86, entered into eternal life peacefully at home on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Born on December 14, 1938, in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of the late Vincenzo and Teresa Catalano.

Grace enjoyed her Stewart’s coffee and spending time at the casinos. She was a loving, caring person with a big heart, and her memory will live...

Kathy Flynn

Kathy Flynn

Oct 24, 2025

Kathy Flynn (nee Butler), 75, wife of the late Tom Flynn, passed away October 24, 2025, at Samaritan Hospital in Troy, NY.

Born Nov 16, 1949 in Albany, NY to the late Harrison and Mae Butler (nee Dillon). Kathy grew up in Cohoes, attended Keveny High School and graduated with an Associate’s Degree from Hudson Valley Community College. Kathy was the...

Bernard "Bernie" DeJohn

Bernard "Bernie" DeJohn

2025

Bernard “Bernie” DeJohn, 61, son of the late Achille and Inge DeJohn, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 24, 2025.

Bernie immediately joined the workforce following his education in various fields. However, his most notable was for Janitronics as a multisite supervisor for 18 years, and most recently, PepsiCo. When he was not working, he could be found in the great...

Barbara A. Klein

Barbara A. Klein

Oct 24, 2025

Barbara A. Klein, wife of the late William J. Klein of Albany, passed away Friday, October 24, 2025 at home.

Born October 29, 1947, in Albany, New York, she was the daughter of the late Leonora (Bernosky) Weingarden and Theophilus (Ted) Hidley.

Mrs. Klein attended Schuyler High School. She was still working for CDPHP for over 37 years, helping people with Open...

James C. Terrell

James C. Terrell

Oct 24, 2025

James C. Terrell Jr.Sunrise: February 16, 1963  Sunset: October 24, 2025

James C. Terrell Jr. was born in Albany, New York, and educated in the Albany City School System. 

He was employed by Amtrak for many years before joining Local 190, where he later retired. Even after retirement, Jim remained active, taking on a part-time position with Albany Management, Inc., where he worked...

Thomas Jerry Sanders

Thomas Jerry Sanders

2025

Thomas "Tom" Jerry Sanders was born on March 14, 1946, to Leila Saunders and Henry Roseboro in Shelby, North Caroline. Surrounded by family, Tom peacefully transitioned on October 24, 2025. 

After his mother suffered a fatal accident when he was nine, Tom, the oldest of three children, grew up with his cousins Karen, Kimberley and Ronald. Tom attended public schools in...

Darryl L. Ostrander

Darryl L. Ostrander

Oct 24, 2025

Darryl Ostrander, 80, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 24, 2025 at his home with his loving family by his side.

Darryl was the son of the late Byron and Ruth Ostrander. He was the devoted husband of over 63 years, to Nancy J. Ostrander.

He was a retired Deputy Chief with the Niskayuna Police Department. He loyally served from 1968 to...

Marianne J. Fleisch

Marianne J. Fleisch

Oct 23, 2025

Albany-Marianne Fleisch, 96, entered into eternal life on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at Daughters of Sarah Nursing. She was born in Albany, New York to the late Joseph and Miriam Sammons. Marianne was the loving wife to the late Richard Fleisch, they were married many years.

Marianne lived a full life with vigor and appreciation for all. She was loved and...

Patricia A. Watson

Patricia A. Watson

Oct 22, 2025

Patricia A. Watson, 73, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at home with her loving family by her side. Patricia was the daughter of the late Joseph and Elaine Parker. She was the devoted wife to George R. Watson.

She was a graduate of the Van Rensselaer High School, Class of 1970. She retired from Verizon after 30 years...

Lindell Otis Davis

Lindell Otis Davis

Oct 21, 2025

Our precious Super hero, Mr. Lindell Otis Davis at age 69, on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 left this life journey in a still manner at the Holyoke Medical Center, Holyoke NY and returned to the eternal essence of Divine joyful peace. His Sister, Lucille Davis and niece, Jozette Williams were at Lindell’s hospital bedside. 

Lovingly called “Linny” by his Family, Lindell...

Marques D. Judkins

Marques D. Judkins

Oct 21, 2025

Marques Dwayne Judkins, 48, passed away on October 21, 2025.

On May 22, 2010, Marques married his loving and devoted wife, Natasha L. Judkins.

He was born in Albany, NY on March 9, 1977 to Brenda J. Rowlett (Dean Rowlett) and David L. Judkins (Dina Alexander).

Marques received his associates degree from Hudson Valley Community College (Troy, NY) where he majored in Business...

David V. Lockwood II

David V. Lockwood II

Oct 21, 2025

Glenville- David Vail Lockwood II, 72, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late David Vail Lockwood, Sr. and Rita Lockwood. David was the devoted husband to Joanne Lockwood. They were married 34 years.

David enjoyed spending time with his entire family especially during the holidays. He...

Richard W. Post

Richard W. Post

Oct 20, 2025

TROY – Richard W. Post, 84, of Troy passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Catskill on May 17, 1941 a son of the late Lyle and Virginia (Bartlett) Post. Richard was raised in Catskill where he graduated from Catskill High School. He played baseball and soccer and was manager for the...

Theodore R. Schrom

Theodore R. Schrom

2025

Amsterdam – Theodore R. Schrom, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 84, surrounded by his loving family on October 20, 2025. Born on December 26, 1940, in Fulton, NY, he was the son of the late William and Isabelle (Pierce) Schrom.

Theodore dedicated much of his life to his work as a mason and...

Diane N. Jacko

Diane N. Jacko

Oct 19, 2025

Diane Newell Jacko, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and dedicated educator, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025 in Albany, NY. Born on June 26, 1941, Diane, a devoted catholic, lived a life rich in love, creativity, and unwavering commitment to her family, church and community.

Diane’s career as an elementary school teacher on Long Island was marked by her exceptional...

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