Obituaries

Keith J. Magilton

Keith J. Magilton

Oct 4, 2026

Schenectady-

Keith J. Magilton, 72, passed away October 4th. He was born in Schenectady to the late Harold and Shirley Magilton. Keith was a 1971 graduate of Guilderland High School. He went on to work at General Electric for 37 years until his retirement. 

In addition to his parents, Keith is predeceased by his son Justin Curran and longtime companion Carol Hunt. 

Keith...

Arlene M. Mosher

Arlene M. Mosher

Oct 3, 2026

LATHAM – Arlene M. Mosher, 87, passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness on October 3, 2026 at Albany Medical Center.

She was born in Troy on March 28, 1939, daughter of the late Arthur and Veronica (Harris) Salway.

Arlene met the love of her life, her “Tweety”, Robert, in high school and they were married on August 8, 1959 at St....

Thomas J. "Smez" Smero

Thomas J. "Smez" Smero

2026

Thomas J. "Smez" Smero, 80, passed away at home on Friday, October 2, 2026.

Thomas was born in 1946, in Saratoga, New York to the late Alexander Joseph and Helen Stanislowsky Smero.

He was educated throughout the Saratoga school system, eventually graduating in 1965 from Saratoga High School.

Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army serving in Vietnam until being honorably...

Edward J. Christie, Sr.

Edward J. Christie, Sr.

Oct 2, 2026

Edward James "Bud" Christie Sr. passed away on Friday, October 2, 2026, at Albany Medical Center. He leaves behind Diane Cardone, his loving wife and partner of 27 years, along with a family who will deeply miss him.Born on June 7, 1947, in Albany, New York, Bud was the son of the late John and Francelia Christie.Bud was a proud...

Mark A. Donahue

Mark A. Donahue

Oct 2, 2026

Mark A. Donahue, 71, of Colonie, NY, passed away unexpectedly on October 2, 2026 with his wife at his side leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories.

Mark was, above all else, a family man. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend and he was never shy about letting you know exactly what he thought....

Linda A. Lassonde

Linda A. Lassonde

2026

Linda A. Lassonde passed away on October 1, 2026 at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born on March 22, 1949, in Niskayuna, New York, to Nelson J. Kenney and Carmella (Vitetta) Kenney. Linda graduated from Albany High School and later worked for the City of Albany as a school crossing guard for over 25 years.

On June 6,...

Frederick A. Male, Jr.

Frederick A. Male, Jr.

Sep 30, 2026

Frederick “Poppy Phred” Male Jr., 79, of Latham, NY, husband of Deborah Houghtaling Male, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones.

He was born in Albany, NY, the son of the late F. Albert “Al” and Agnes (Reittenger) Male. He was a graduate of Shaker High School and worked for Mohawk Brush Company in Newtonville and Prestige Services...

Rose Mary Koonce

Rose Mary Koonce

2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Rose Mary Koonce, who left this world peacefully on September 29, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer and Alzheimer’s disease. Rose was a beacon of love and warmth to all who knew her.

Rose was born on January 14, 1936, in Shubuta, Mississippi, to...

Ronald J. Hogan

Ronald J. Hogan

2026

Clifton Park -- Ronald J. Hogan, 89, died September 29, 2026, at Samaritan Hospital in Troy, NY. He resided in Clifton Park since 1985.

Born in Plattsburg, NY, he was the son of the late Joseph and Florence (Borst) Hogan.

He was a graduate of Troy High School (‘54) and Russell Sage College (‘73).

Mr. Hogan was an Air Force veteran having served...

Tamara M. Flang

Tamara M. Flang

Sep 29, 2026

Tamara M. Flang, 87, wife of the late Robert J. Flang Sr. of Endicott, NY, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at the Mountain Valley Hospice Home.

Born March 8, 1939 in Endicott, NY, she was the daughter of the late Jack and Carolyn Miller.



Tamara graduated from Endwell High School and began her career in Bank Management. She worked at...

Bruce Boice

Bruce Boice

2026

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Bruce Boice, 63, of Latham. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 38 years, Vicki, and his sons, Jesse (Carolyn) of Colonie and Nick (Alissa) of Celina Texas. He was a proud grandfather to his cherished granddaughter, Maggie, with another granddaughter, Stevie, on the way. He is also...

Michael G. Buff

Michael G. Buff

Sep 29, 2026

Michael “Mike” Gerald Buff, 79, of Albany, passed away peacefully on September 29,2026, after a brief yet courageous battle against stage four pancreatic cancer. Born on October 4, 1946, he was one of twelve children of the late Dr. Joseph A. and Frances (Storms) Buff.

Mike grew up in Loudonville, NY, attended Cardinal McCloskey Memorial High School and earned his Bachelors...

Gladys M. Craig

Gladys M. Craig

Sep 27, 2026

Gladys, born on May 29, 1941, in the town of Littleton, Maine, peacefully entered eternal rest on September 27, 2026. Her journey through life was marked by an unwavering dedication to education, compassionate service, and the nurturing of deep and lasting relationships.

The beloved daughter of Ralph Craig and Thelma Stairs Craig, Gladys was a beacon of light to her family...

Lisa Marie Fellows

Lisa Marie Fellows

Sep 27, 2026

Clifton Park- Lisa Marie Fellows, 62, passed away Sunday, September 27, 2026, with her loving family by her side. Lisa was the daughter of the late William Kundert and Shirley Wahler. Lisa was the devoted wife to Michael Blick. They were lovingly together for 29 years.

Working from the ground up, Lisa started her career with Norstar Bank. She weathered mergers...

Sharon M. Smith-Cannone

Sharon M. Smith-Cannone

Sep 27, 2026

Sharon M. Smith-Cannone, 63, of Averill Park, passed away peacefully at Albany Medical Center Sunday September 27th with her beloved family by her side.

Born in Albany NY, October 1962, she was the daughter of the late Joeseph P. Smith Jr, and Kathleen E. Smith (Grogan).

Sharon was raised in North Albany and a graduate of Biship Magin going on to receive...

Kimberley A. Rush

Kimberley A. Rush

Sep 27, 2026

Kimberley Rush, 72 of Schenectady, NY passed away into eternal life peacefully at home on September 27th, 2026. 

Kimberley, born in Troy, NY in 1954, grew up during the late 60s and early 70's, which shaped a lot of her passions in interests. She loved 70's rock, pop & r&b, and was known to "cut a rug" with the best of...

Mary N. DiPalma

Mary N. DiPalma

Sep 27, 2026

TROY — Mary (Marchese) DiPalma, 62, of Troy, NY, passed away suddenly on September 27, 2026. She was the beloved daughter of the late Nicola and Serafina (Gulli) Marchese.

Mary was a graduate of Catholic Central High School and Hudson Valley Community College. She worked for many years as a Medical Office Manager and Medical Transcriptionist before her long illness.

Mary had...

Louis R. Merolle

Louis R. Merolle

Sep 26, 2026

Louis R. Merolle, 88, of Latham, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Evergreen Commons. Born on January 12, 1938 in Albany, he was the son of the late Luigi and Concetta Merolle originally from Italy. Louis was the devoted husband of over 55 years to Eileen M. Merolle.

Mr. Merolle was a 1956 graduate of St. Joseph’s High...

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