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Green Island - Everette A. Morgan, 79, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026, at St. Peter's Hospital after a brief illness. He was born and raised in Laurel Hill, NC, and moved to South Troy in 1966, where he raised his family for 45 years before retiring to Green Island.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years, Gayle;...

Apr 11, 2026

Thomas A. Cusack Jr., 85, passed away on April 11, 2026, at St. Peter's Hospital, surrounded by his wife, Susan, and sons, Donald and Christopher.

He was born on February 21, 1941, the son of the late Thomas A. Cusack Sr. and Evelyn Dawson Cusack.

Tom was a resident of Colonie all his life, and was a graduate of Colonie Central High...

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Raymond F. Dozois, 99, of Clifton Park, passed away on April 11, 2026. Born on November 9, 1926, in Cohoes, New York, he was the son of the late Francis and Virginia Dozois.

Raymond proudly served in the Merchant Marines and later in the United States Army during the Japanese Occupation. He was an avid bowler and gardener, taking great pride...

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Ethelanne Oyer Vulgamore (“Nan”) passed peacefully on April 11, 2026 in Albany, New York. Named after her two grandmothers, she grew up in Waverly, Ohio, and lived a life rooted in music, spiritual depth and a deep curiosity about the wider world.

Nan studied music education at Denison University and Boston University, laying the foundation for a lifelong devotion to music—not...

Apr 11, 2026

EAST GREENBUSH- Franklin E. Mann, age 81, peacefully passed away on April 11, 2026.

He was born in Stamford, NY, the son of the late Edmund H. Mann and Bertha C. Mann. He was also predeceased by his aunt Mary Bellinger.

Frank was a graduate of the Middleburgh Central School District and then was drafted into the Army during the Vietnam Conflict....

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Colonie - Conrad E. Wunsch Jr., 93, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026. Born in Albany, NY, he was the son of the late Conrad and Lena Wunsch.

Conrad proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War after graduating from high school. He later worked as a warehouse employee for Schenectady Chemicals and A&P Supermarket.

A...

Apr 8, 2026

Carolyn Elizabeth Keelan Griffin, 81, passed away on April 8, 2026, at her home in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. She is survived by her son David Griffin, Jr., daughter Kelly Griffin Reale, son-in-law Pat Reale and granddaughters Alexandra and Erin, plus many extended family members and friends. Carolyn is predeceased by her loving husband of 52 years, David Griffin, Sr....

Apr 7, 2026

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Jessica L. White, 34, of Colonie, NY, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026, at St. Peter’s Hospice in Albany, NY.

Jessica was born on February 5, 1992, in North Carolina to the late Carla J. Sapienza and the late Jeffrey W. White. Jess and her mother, Carla, later moved back to Latham, where she graduated from Shaker High School.

Jessica loved...

Apr 7, 2026

Albany — Edward Ragule, 66, passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at St. Peter’s Hospital, surrounded by his family. Born in Albany, he was one of seven children of the late Edward and Martha Ragule.

Eddie was a three sport athlete at CBA. He played football basketball and track.



During his senior year, he was switched to quarterback when the starting quarterback...

Apr 6, 2026

Thomas P. Minahan, 82, of North Fort Myers, FL and Troy, NY, passed peacefully on Monday, April 6, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.

Tom was born on August 5, 1943, in Troy, NY. Tom proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1960-1964. He was an Airman 1st Class Top Secret Communications. Tom had 3 brothers and...

Apr 5, 2026

Sylvia M. Denegar, 70, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on Easter morning, April 5, 2026, at St. Peter’s Hospice.

Born in Surrey, England, Sylvia was the daughter of the late Alan and Elsie Brisck. She built a life centered on family, hard work, and simple joys. Sylvia retired in 2018 from the New York State Higher Education Services, where she worked...

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Colonie- Marion J. Murphy, 96, passed away April 5, 2026. She was born August 4, 1929, to the late Harry and Mildred Coster.

Marion was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was the rock of all family gatherings, always ensuring everyone was fed, happy, and loved. Her most cherished memories were made at her camp on Saratoga Lake, where she...

Apr 5, 2026

Timothy Lee Chotkowski, 58, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026. Born in Schenectady, New York, Timothy was the beloved son of the late Leon and Beverly Chotkowski.

Timothy dedicated many years of service to Union College, where he worked in the bookstore. He found joy in life’s simple pleasures, especially spending time outdoors fishing and gardening. Timothy also had a...

Apr 5, 2026

GREEN ISLAND - Ann J. O’Connor, 80, of Green Island, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on April 5, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Ann was predeceased by her beloved husband, Joseph O’Connor, Sr., in December 2021, and by her parents, Dominick and Rita Altobello.

Ann lived a life centered on her children and grandchildren, leaving behind...

Apr 5, 2026

Troy- Richard S. Haydock, 76, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Born in Cohoes, he was the son of the late Edward and Louise Haydock. Rich was the loving husband of Patricia (Burke) Haydock.

Rich proudly served in the United States Navy. He worked for the United States Postal Service before his retirement. Rich’s main hobby and love was fishing....

Apr 5, 2026

Emma Dugan passed away on April 5, 2026. Emma was the daughter of the late Louis and Marie Thetaz Carron. 

Emma is survived by three daughters: Karen (James) Stankus, Kelly Draper, and Patti Tutino; six granddaughters: Kristin Draper (Paul), Danielle (John) Burnett, Samantha (Jeremy) McDonald, Amanda (Donald) McCafferty, Ashley and Jessica Tutino; also six great-grandchildren: Lincoln, Eleanor, Matthew, Emma, John, and...

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William “Brink” Hartman, 55, of Slingerlands, passed away peacefully at home on April 4, 2026. Born in Albany, New York, he was the son of Patricia Hartman and the late George Hartman.

 Brink received his education at Marist College and The College of Saint Rose.Brink was a devoted family man who found great joy in spending time with his loved ones. He...

Apr 4, 2026

SCHENECTADY - Joan Carole Rozen Pino, 84, passed away on April 4, 2026. Born in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Richard and Jessie (Krosnowski) Rozen. She was the granddaughter of Kostanty and Anna Rozen.

Joan is predeceased in death by her husband, Antonino Pino, and her cousin, Nancy Rozen Englert.

Joan is survived by her three stepchildren: Anthony Pino (Kimberly), Frank Pino...

Apr 3, 2026

Joahkim Marquise Dennis, age 19, was born on July 4, 2006. As the youngest of eight children, he brought joy, energy, and light into his family from the very beginning. His presence was a gift, and his life was filled with purpose, passion, and promise.

Joahkim was a proud graduate of Shenendehowa High School, Class of 2024. During his time there,...