2026

Please be advised, full obituary to follow.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at St. Pius X Church, 23 Crumitie Rd, Loudonville, NY 12211 with a mass to immediately follow. Burial will be held at Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, 2501 Troy Schenectady Rd, Schenectady, NY 12309.

In lieu of flowers, donations may...

Mar 1, 2026

North Babylon, NY (Long Island)- Douglas Edward James Handy, age 71, went home to our Lord on March 1, 2026.

He was born in Brooklyn, NY, the son of the late John and Catherine Handy. He was also predeceased by his sister Judith Horning.

Douglas retired from the East Islip CSD after 30 years as a custodian. He enjoyed playing Santa Claus...

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Bronx- Kim L. Tomlinson, 70, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026. Born on August 8, 1955, she was the beloved daughter of the late Philip and Louise Tomlinson.

Kim had a vibrant spirit and a deep love for life. She cherished time spent in the Adirondacks, enjoyed jazz music, photography, and staying active. A true social butterfly, Kim found great...

Feb 27, 2026

A life well lived. Reddick Harrison Jr., age 77, passed away at Samaritan Hospital on Friday, February 27, 2026, after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family.

Reddick was born on July 28,1948, in Georgetown, South Carolina. He attended the public school system there, and after completing his education, moved to New York City in the early 1970s and lived...

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Kenneth Charles Scott, Jr., born on November 21, 1949, in Schenectady, New York, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026. He was the beloved son of the late Kenneth Scott, Sr. and Antoinette Palatino Scott.

A proud veteran, Kenneth honorably served his country in the United States Marine Corps.

Kenneth had a great appreciation for the simple joys in life, which included...

Feb 27, 2026

Voorheesville, NY, Bruce James Thornton, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026. He was born on December 3, 1946, in Hempstead, NY.

Bruce graduated from Central Islip High School. Following graduation, he served his country as a Boatswain Mate Third Class in the U.S. Navy. He married his soulmate Jane Thornton October 24, 1964, and celebrated 61 years of marriage this...

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Feb 26, 2026

Gary Lee Proulx, 72, of Schenectady, NY, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, at Ellis Hospital, following a long battle with pneumonia that began on December 24, 2025.Born on June 22, 1953, in Tupper Lake, NY, Gary was the first child of the late Leroy R. Proulx and Shirley (Vaillancourt) Proulx.Gary faced life with joy and resilience. Though born...

Feb 26, 2026

Joan Van Cott, 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. 

Joan was born in Oneida, New York to the late William J. Clark and Radcliffe (Balzer) Clark. She was the devoted wife of the late Donald M. Van Cott, with whom she shared 59 years of marriage. Together, they built a...

Feb 26, 2026

William S. Drozd, Jr. of East Greenbush passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 82 on February 26, 2026. “Bill” was born in Albany, NY on September 27, 1943. He was the husband of the late Janice L. Drozd.He was the son of the late Bernice and William S. Drozd, Sr., brother of the late Richard Cowin,...

Feb 25, 2026

Mae H. Lengyel, 91 Wife of the late Paul E. Lengyel of Slingerlands, died in her sleep Wednesday 25, 2026 at St.Peter's Hospital Surrounded by family and friends who loved her.

Born May 22, 1934 in Burlington, Vermont she was the daughter of the late Valentine F. and Evelyn G. Yankowski

Mae attended St. Joseph Central High School and in later life...

Feb 25, 2026

GUILDERLAND- Tyler Anthony Ploof, age 33, passed away on February 25, 2026.

Born on June 20, 1992, Tyler was the beloved son of Roger and Maria Ploof.

Curious and intelligent from a young age, Tyler will always be remembered for his big smile and his strong love for family. He was a proud graduate of the University of Albany and had a...

Feb 25, 2026

Lee Robert Watkins Sr., 43, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 with his loving family by his side.

Lee was the son of the late Leroy and Helena Watkins.

He was a mason at Davco construction, and a member of the Leathernecks MC.

Lee loved spending time with his entire family, whether it be going out to a big dinner or...

Feb 25, 2026

JOHNSTOWN- Andrew J. Gaioni, age 56, passed away on February 25, 2026, at St. Mary's Hospital, Amsterdam.

He was born in Hartford, CT, the son of the late Joseph and Judy Gaioni and predeceased by his sister Tammy.

Andrew worked as a Truck Driver for Antonucci Foods in Gloversville, NY. for over 15 years where he will be dearly missed by many...

Feb 24, 2026

Frances Lee Thomas, 80, entered the gates of Heaven on February 24, 2026.

Born in Albany, she was the beloved daughter of the late Marie Vogel. Frances was predeceased by her devoted husband, Edwin E. Thomas, with whom she shared many cherished years of marriage.

Frances found great joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved playing cards and rolling dice, and she...

Feb 23, 2026

Phyllis Dru Hand, 85, of Clifton Park, passed on to be with the Lord on February 23rd, 2026. She was born February 14, 1941 in South Glens Falls.

She retired from New York State Dept. of Health Research in 1996 and to moved Florida with her husband John where she stayed until 2021 when she relocated back to the capital region...

Feb 23, 2026

Florence J. Belleville, 88, peacefully passed away on the morning of February 23, 2026. Florence will forever be the light for her family even after her passing, as we remember her sunny outlook on life and her smile that could brighten anyone’s day. She had a way of making your troubles dissipate as she was the optimist who found just...

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James "Jim" F. Simmons Jr., 86, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026, in Albany, New York.

Born on October 14, 1939, in Latham, New York, he was raised in a loving household by his parents, James and Catherine Simmons.

He proudly served his country as an Army veteran from 1963 to 1965, a commitment that marked a significant chapter in his...

Feb 22, 2026

Westerlo- Stephen P. Wallace, Jr., 72, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 22, 2026 with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Stephen, Sr. and Joan Wallace. Stephen was the devoted husband to David C. Holumzer. They were together 37 years.

Stephen was a Jack of all trades but most recently worked as a Licensed...

Feb 21, 2026

John G. Veith, 68, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026.

Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Lothar F. Veith and Marilyn E. (Shaver) Veith. John carried with him throughout his life a deep appreciation for family, music, nature, and the simple joys that brought him happiness.

A gifted and passionate musician, John was talented on several instruments...