Obituaries

Betsy L. Terry

Betsy L. Terry

Jan 9, 2026

Betsy Terry, 74, peacefully went home to Heaven on Friday, January 9th after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's. Born on May 3, 1951, in Saranac, NY, Betsy lived a life marked by kindness, generosity and strength. A natural caregiver by heart, she had a way of making others feel loved and cared for, which led to her successful career as...

Janice C. Leonard

Janice C. Leonard

Jan 9, 2026

Janice Leonard passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late Don Leonard and the devoted daughter of the late John and Angie Rossetti.

Janice was predeceased by her sister, Linda Pacelli. She is survived by her brother, David Rossetti, and sister-in-law, Teri Rossetti; her nephews and nieces David Rossetti, Pam Rossetti, Brandon Rossetti, Megan...

Alfred W. Munn Jr.

Alfred W. Munn Jr.

Jan 8, 2026

Alfred W. Munn Jr., 71, passed away on January 8, 2026 at Samaritan Hospital in Troy, New York.

He was born on April 13, 1954 in Schenectady, New York, the son of the late Alfred Munn Sr. and Mildred Munn (Mumblow).

Alfred was employed with General Electric for several years, and later became a bus driver in Schenectady. He enjoyed fishing and...

Alan R. Bauer

Alan R. Bauer

Jan 6, 2026

.Alan Robert Bauer, 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 6, 2026.

Alan was born in Albany NY, to Ruth Fuglein Bauer Perry and Frank H. Bauer Jr, and spent most of his life in East Greenbush NY, a community he proudly called home. Growing up, he spent much of his time with his cousins, creating lifelong bonds,...

Peter Michael Ramo

Peter Michael Ramo

Jan 6, 2026

Altamont

Peter Michael Ramo, 82, Son of the late Albert and Virginia (McGillin) Ramo was born in Jamaica, no not the island but in Jamaica NY on February 20, 1943. Peter was the oldest of 4, siblings were Mariann Cohen, Joseph and Dyann. He was Predeceased by his parents, siblings Mariann and Joseph and his son Matthew.

After seeing Diana Bender on...

James M. Lindsay

James M. Lindsay

2026

James (Jimmy) M. Lindsay passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026, surrounded by family. Jim was born in Utica, New York and was the youngest child of the Lindsay family. He was predeceased by his parents James E. and Helen Martin Lindsay, and his sisters Patricia Devereux and Mae Donahoe Fehr. Jim is survived by his wife Kathleen, their five...

Cynthia Elaine Wimbush

Cynthia Elaine Wimbush

Jan 5, 2026

After a brief illness, it is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Cynthia Elaine (Jordan) Wimbush, a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

Cynthia was born on August 6, 1956 to Lester and Pauline Jordan in Boston, MA. Cynthia graduated Jeremiah Burke High School and soon after moved her children to Schenectady.

Cynthia loved to cook and feed her...

Shirley Seyboth

Shirley Seyboth

Jan 5, 2026

Shirley (Butler) Seyboth passed peacefully on January 5, 2026 at the age of 79, surrounded by her loving family. Shirley was a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt and friend who will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

She was the daughter of the late Zell and Edith (Yule) Butler. Shirley was predeceased by her beloved husband, Donald “Buzzy” Seyboth, her...

JoAnn Slocum

JoAnn Slocum

Jan 4, 2026

JoAnn Slocum passed away on January 4th, 2026 after a brief illness. Born in Schenectady NY, she was predeceased by her loving parents, Albert and Mary DePalma Popolizio.

She leaves behind her husband David Slocum of Niskayuna, her son Christopher Slocum and her adoring grandchildren Cameron, Jack and Gabriella “GG” Slocum of Connecticut, as well as many cousins. She is also...

Helen F. Spencer

Helen F. Spencer

Jan 4, 2026

Helen F. Spencer, 75, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at Ellis Hospital with her loving family by her side. Helen was the daughter of the late Worthington and Helen A. Spencer.

Helen was a Registered Nurse with Ellis Hospital for many years.

Helen enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and spending time with her entire family and loved cooking for them.

In...

Walter J. Tryon Sr.

Walter J. Tryon Sr.

Jan 2, 2026

Walter J. Tryon Sr., age 94, of Guilderland, New York, passed away peacefully at his home on January 2, 2026. Born on July 30, 1931, in Albany, New York, Walter was the son of the late Ernest F. Tryon and Oliva A. Tryon. 

A lifetime resident of Albany County, he graduated from the Voorheesville Central School District in 1950. Walter proudly...

Antonina "Nina" Gulbrandsen

Antonina "Nina" Gulbrandsen

2026

Schenectady -Antonina “Nina” (Viola) Gulbrandsen peacefully left this world to join her beloved husband, Edward, on Friday January 2nd 2026.

Born June 1, 1942, in Brooklyn, NY, to Gaetana and Francesco Viola, Nina grew up alongside her brother Peter and sister Frances. After losing her father early in life and with her mother working full-time in a coat factory, Nina took...

Frederick E. Silva

Frederick E. Silva

Jan 2, 2026

Frederick (Fred) Eugene Silva, 92, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 2, at Saint Elizabeth Green House Homes in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, surrounded by his four beloved children.

Born in New York City, Fred developed an early love of learning and the arts. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Albany State Teachers College (now the University at Albany - State...

Nancy L. Davis

Nancy L. Davis

Jan 1, 2026

Nancy L. Davis, beloved mother to three adult children, 79, of Albany, NY, passed away on January 1, 2026, at home from natural causes in Palm Bay, FL where she resided since 2022, leaving a void her family cannot fill.

She was born in Albany. Nancy graduated from Colonie Central High School. Shortly after graduating, she started her small family. In...

Lawrence "Lyle" Boel

Lawrence "Lyle" Boel

2026

Lawrence Lyle Boel, 89, of Averill Park, NY, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on January 1, 2026, in Rensselaer, NY.

Lyle was born in Albany, NY on January 19, 1936, to Lawrence Boel, a Dutch immigrant, and Daisy (Wilcox) Boel. Lyle grew up in Rensselaer, NY and from...

Shirley E. Sheets

Shirley E. Sheets

2026

Albany - Shirley E. Sheets, age 96, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026. She was born in Albany, New York, to the late George and Ruth Froehlich.

Shirley was a graduate of Albany High School, Class of 1947. Following graduation, she was employed by Coal Merchant Insurance Company, where she worked as a keypunch operator.

On June 10, 1951, Shirley married...

Sonia Stratis

Sonia Stratis

Dec 31, 2025

Slingerlands, NY- Sonia Stratis, 74, passed away peacefully in her sleep, in the loving care of her husband, Dean, December 31, 2025. She was born in Puerto Rico and raised in Brentwood, Long Island. She was the daughter of the late Eufracio Marquez Rios and Lydia Rivera and was predeceased by her brother Edgar Rios.

Sonia was a devoted wife who...

Christopher T. Graef

Christopher T. Graef

Dec 31, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we inform you,

Christopher T. Graef, 52, of Albany, New York, passed away peacefully at home on December 31, 2025. Born on January 26, 1973, in Albany, New York to his loving parents, JoAnne and Ronald Graef. Christopher was a beacon of light whose infectious laugh and generous spirit touched the lives of many.

Christopher was...

John E. Pieck

John E. Pieck

Dec 30, 2025

John Pieck of Altamont, NY, passed away following an unexpected illness. A husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend to many, he will be remembered for his kindness, his ability to fix almost anything (often in very creative ways), and the quiet way he helped anyone who needed it. He shared his knowledge with many people, teaching more by example...

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