Marjorie MacDougal
May 28, 2026
Marjorie Elinore MacDougal, 77, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on May 28, 2026, at Ellis Hospital after a months‑long battle with a chronic illness.
Born on September 29, 1948, in Schenectady, NY, Marjorie was the daughter of the late George and Elinore Fortulakis. She enjoyed a warm and loving childhood surrounded by aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Marjorie...
Norman G. Guay
2026
Colonie- Norman G. Guay, 86, passed away May 27, 2026. Born February 24, 1940, in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Rufus and Ruth (Ferbert) Guay.
He is survived by his wife, Sharon; children, James and Jennifer; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and his siblings, Sylvia, Venita, David, and Peter, along with many extended family members.
Calling hours 10-12 followed by...
Joseph D. Soden
May 27, 2026
COLONIE Joseph "Joe" D. Soden, 81, of Colonie and formerly of Slingerlands and Albany, passed away after a long illness on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at St.Peter's Hospital in Albany, New York.
Joe was born in May of 1945 and was the son of the late Arthur and Elizabeth Soden. He was a life-long resident of the Capital Region.
During the Vietnam...
Carol Connolly
May 26, 2026
Carol Jean Connolly, 78, of Colonie, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family on May 26, 2026.
Carol shared 57 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, John Patrick Connolly Sr. Together, they built a life filled with cherished memories. She was the devoted mother of Kelli Jo Connolly, wife of the late David Wyckoff; Nicole...
Ernest Barvoets
May 26, 2026
Ernest Barvoets, 68, passed away on May 26, 2026 after a long and courageous battle, finally finding eternal peace surrounded by the love of his family.He was a devoted husband to his beloved wife and best friend of 45 years Donna Barvoets, whom he loved deeply and wholeheartedly. Their life together was built on love, loyalty, great humor, and unwavering...
Daniel A. Espey
May 26, 2026
COLONIE — Daniel A. Espey, age 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on May 26, 2026.
Born in Albany, Daniel was the son of the late Daniel H. Espey and Theresa (Henry) Reiser. He was also predeceased by his sister, Virginia “Toot” Renner. Daniel graduated from Philip Schuyler High School in Albany and then proudly served his country...
Filippo Phillip Maselli
May 26, 2026
Filippo "Phillip" Maselli, 94, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at his home with loving family by his side. In his final moments, he looked lovingly into his wife’s eyes - a final expression of a lifetime of love. He passed peacefully surrounded by loving family, with his oldest son by his side, holding his hand. Filippo was born...
Rosemarie Fahd
May 25, 2026
Rosemarie Fahd, 78, passed away peacefully at home on May 25th, 2026. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late John and Rose Emmett. Rosemarie is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Richard C. Fahd Sr.
Rosemarie was a medical receptionist for numerous medical practices in the Albany area. She loved to play bingo and Slotomania. Rosemarie...
Beverly J. DiMura
May 24, 2026
Beverly J. DiMura, 89, passed away after a long illness on May 24, 2026.
Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Anna and Charles Dooley.
Beverly was married for 61 years to her beloved husband, John J. DiMura until his death in 2017. She attended Albany High School.Beverly spent her life devoted to her family and was dedicated to...
John Michael Horton
May 23, 2026
John Michael (Kohutka) Horton passed away on May 23,2026. He was born in Pottsville, PA on April 16, 1963 to the late George and Alice (Monahan) Kohutka.
John Michael graduated from Bethlehem Catholic High School in 1981 and Wilma Boyd Travel School in Pittsburgh. His career accomplishments include FedEx, his own construction business, rehabbing the famous Actors Studio in Manhattan, and...
Arthur E. Gifford III
2026
Albany – Arthur E. Gifford III, 67, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
Arthur was born on April 26, 1959, in Albany, New York, to the late Arthur E. Gifford Jr. and Grace Gifford.
After graduating from high school in 1977, Arthur began working for the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. He later enlisted in the United...
Margarita Gabriel-Ortega
May 23, 2026
ROTTERDAM- Margarita Gabriel-Ortega, age 63, passed away on May 23, 2026 in her home.
She was born in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of Jose Gabriel and the late Mariana Gonzalez. She was also predeceased by Maria Alice Gabriel and Carmen Gonzalez.
Margarita was a high school graduate and a homemaker. She enjoyed cooking, karaoke, dancing, playing cards and dominos. But there was...
James Patrick "Skip" Canavan
May 22, 2026
James P. “Skip” Canavan, 82, passed away peacefully on May 22nd surrounded by his beloved family after a brief illness. James is predeceased by both his Father (James E. Canavan) and Mother (Helen M. Canavan). He is survived by two siblings, his Sister Patricia L. Canavan-Laurey (Niskayuna N.Y) and Brother, Terrance S. Canavan (Jackie) of Averill Park N.Y. James is...
Jalal "Jerry" Jaleel
May 22, 2026
It is with great sadness, deep appreciation, and abiding love that the family of Jalal Saadat Jaleel announces his peaceful passing at home in Loudonville, New York, on May 22, 2026. A man of extraordinary intellect, quiet resilience, and unshakeable optimism, Jalal touched every life he entered with warmth, wit, and wisdom.
Jalal was born on April 20, 1935, in Ni’lin,...
Colin "Blades" Clarke
May 20, 2026
In Loving Memory of Colin "Blades" Clarke
Colin "Blades" Clarke, age 75, passed away peacefully at his residence on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
Born in Georgetown, Guyana, Colin was the beloved son of the late Joe (Castel Montague Murray) and Yvonne Alberta Clarke. He spent his early years in Guyana before emigrating to the United States, where he made his home in...
Mary Beth Pels
May 20, 2026
ROTTERDAM- Mary Beth Pels, devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on May 20, 2026. She was 71.
Born in Lockport, NY, Mary was one of five children born to the late Willis and Eleanor Mohlar. Growing up on a fruit farm, she had fond memories of playing among the trees in the orchard, which would later give way to...
Gregory A. Fanuele
May 20, 2026
SCHENECTADY – Gregory A. Fanuele, 61, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, after a brief illness.
Born in Albany on November 27, 1964, Greg was the son of the late Frank J. and Patricia P. (Hill) Fanuele.
Greg dedicated more than thirty-seven years of service to the New York State Department of Mental Health before retiring in 2019.
While his work was...
Kathleen Smith
May 19, 2026
In Loving Memory of Kathleen Smith
Kathleen “Kathy” Smith, née McCoy, entered into eternal life on May 19, 2026, at the age of 75. Born in Oyster Bay, NY, to the late John and Mildred McCoy, Kathy was the sixth of eight children and lived a life filled with kindness, laughter, faith, and devotion to her family. As the matriarch of...
Dominic J. Marchese
2026
Latham- Dominic J. Marchese, 26, passed away on May 19, 2026, following injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. His passing leaves an unimaginable void in the hearts of his family and all who knew and loved him.
Dominic graduated from Shaker High School in 2017 and later went on to serve his country in the Army National Guard, a commitment he...