Allen B. Ballard Jr.
Nov 5, 2026
Allen B. Ballard Jr. was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on November 1, 1930. His parents were Olive Robinson Ballard, a Philadelphian, and Allen B. Ballard, born in Greenville, South Carolina. Allen Jr. attended the Joseph E Hill Elementary School, a legally segregated all-black school in Germantown, Philadelphia. He carried a love of his schoolmates and teachers there throughout his life....
Timothy T. Lever, Sr.
Nov 5, 2026
Timothy T. Lever, Sr., 65, passed away Thursday, November 5, 2026 with his loving family by his side. Timothy was the son of the late Harry Lever and Helen Lever. Timothy was the devoted husband to the late Barbara Lever.
Timothy was an avid hunter with his brother-in-law, Bob, being in nature and the outdoors. He was a big fan of...
Monique Lillian Robinson
2026
Monique Lillian Robinson, 63, passed away at home on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
Born in 1963 in Boise, Idaho, she was the daughter to the late James and Julie Mae Robinson.
Monique attended Newburgh Free Academy in Newburgh, New York. Following her education, she started working in the healthcare field as a Geriatric Nursing Assistant and a Certified Nursing Assistant.
Monique was a...
Donald J. Slingerland
Nov 3, 2026
Cohoes
Donald J. Slingerland, 92, formerly of Colonie and Ballston Lake, NY, passed away Tuesday November 3, 2026, at the Samuel S. Stratton VA Medical Center Community Living Center in Albany, NY. Don was Born in Selkirk, NY, son of William F. and Barbara (Porter) Slingerland.
Don graduated from Albany Business College. Attended the Cornell University School of Labor Management at SUNY...
Eugene A. Civitello
Nov 2, 2026
Castleton on the Hudson- Eugene A. Civitello Jr., 66, passed away, November 2, 2026. Respecting his wishes there are no services. Donations in his name may be made to Community Hospice
Walter "Wally" T. Ledbetter
Nov 2, 2026
Walter “Wally” T. Ledbetter of Rotterdam, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on November 2, 2026 at Ellis Hospital following a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Wally was the third of five children born to the late McKinley and Eleanor (Varrone) Ledbetter on January 6, 1944 in Schenectady, NY. He grew up in Scotia and graduated...
Mark J. O'Brien
Nov 2, 2026
Schenectady- Mark J. O’Brien, 80, passed away at home on Monday, November 2nd,2026. Born in Glens Falls, NY he was the son of the late Gerald and Anita O’Brien. Mark is predeceased by his wife Shirley O’Brien.
Mark was a proud veteran serving in the Army National Guard from 1967-1973 before his honorable discharge. He worked for GE for many years...
Michael P. Corbett
2026
Michael P. Corbett, 91, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, November 2, 2026.
Born in 1935 to the late Daniel and Lena Corbett in Cohoes, New York.
Mike retired as a Sergeant from the Green Island Police Department in 1996.
In his free time, Mike enjoyed being outside. During hunting season, Mike preferred deer and turkey hunting. Specifically, in Schaghticoke with family....
Ronald Riggs
Nov 1, 2026
Latham, NY
Ronald R. Riggs, of Latham, NY, passed away suddenly on November 1st at the age of 86, with his loving family by his side. While we are heartbroken by his passing, we can almost hear him telling us to stop making such a fuss and get on with things.
Born in Cohoes, NY, Ron was the son of the late...
Henry Lee Sankey, Sr.
Nov 1, 2026
Henry Lee Sankey, Sr.
1936 - 2026
Henry Lee Sankey Sr., 90, of Scotia, NY, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Henry was born in Ramer, Alabama, to the late Jimmy Sankey and Mildred Huffman. There, he met and married the love of his life, Lois Ashley. Together, they built a family of seven and started a lifetime of wonderful memories,...
Robert V. Nati
Oct 31, 2026
Robert V. Nati, 65, passed away on October 31, 2026. Born in Albany, Robert was the son of the late Frank Nati and Dolores Kohler.
Robert was a man who truly loved life. He had a special way of bringing people together, making friends wherever he went, and leaving lasting memories with those fortunate enough to know him. Above all, Robert...
Richard M. Bishop
Oct 31, 2026
Richard Michael Bishop, 62, of Hannacroix, New York, passed away peacefully at home on October 31, 2026, at 12:23 a.m., following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born in Albany, New York, Richard lived a life defined by dedication, hard work, family, and a passion for the things he loved. Though his battle with cancer has come to an end, the...
Mary L. Bolton
Oct 31, 2026
Mary L. Bolton, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 31, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Eddie and Maggie Campbell of Greenville, TN.
Mary accepted Christ at a young age and joined the Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church in Humbolt, TN where she was later baptized.
Mary attended Stigall High School in Humboldt, TN where she graduated in 1961...
Richard Joseph Gunning
2026
Richard Joseph Gunning, 81, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at home on Friday, October 30, 2026.
Born in Ticonderoga, New York in 1945 to the late Leonard Harding and Marion Blakely Gunning.
Dick graduated from Ticonderoga High School in 1964. Following graduation, he served 4 years in the United States Navy enlisting on February 10, 1966 and was honorably discharged...
Daniel T. Donnelly
Oct 30, 2026
Daniel T. Donnelly Sr., 91, of Selkirk passed peacefully surrounded by family on October 30, 2026.
He was born in Albany to the late John Donnelly and Louise Wright. Daniel proudly owned and operated Dan’s Moving and Trucking in Selkirk for over 50 years.
He is predeceased by his beloved wife of 60 years, Victoria, daughter Maria Happ, and granddaughter May Happ.
Daniel...
James G. Lanahan
Oct 30, 2026
James G. Lanahan 1946-2026
James G. Lanahan, age 79, passed away peacefully on October 30th, 2026, after a long struggle with cancer.
Born December 27th, 1946, in Albany, New York, James grew up in Latham New York with his five siblings and graduated from Shaker High School. He then enlisted into the United States Air Force for four years.
Jim is predeceased by...
Anna S. Rozycki
Oct 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Anna Rozycki
November 21, 1936 – October 30, 2026
Anna Rozycki, 89, of Troy, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, October 30, 2026, at Van Rensselaer Manor.
Born on November 21, 1936, in Poland, Anna was the beloved daughter of the late Maria and Andrew Skotnicki.
In 1969, Anna courageously came to the United States with her family...
Antonio J. Toteno
Oct 29, 2026
Albany-
Antonio J. Toteno, 91, passed away October 29, 2026. He was the son of the late Frank and Carmella Toteno.
Services will be private.
Anthony F. Ciarfello Sr.
Oct 28, 2026
Anthony F. Ciarfello, 76, passed away on October 28th, 2026 at St. Peter’s Hospital.
He was born in Rensselaer to the late Frank and Claudia Ciarfello.
He was a loving husband, a devoted father, grandfather and great grandfather. His favorite time of the year was Thanksgiving and keeping the tradition of making his mother’s stuffing going. Christmas with the family was a...
Esther Murillo-Miklic
Oct 28, 2026
Esther Murillo-Miklic, 80, of Albany, NY, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2026 at St. Peter’s Hospital.
Esther was born on February 27, 1946 in Mexico City to the late José Murillo and Ana Maria Caballero. She received her Bachelor of Arts from Southern Illinois University, and two master’s degrees, as well as her PhD from the State University of New...
