Bentley "Bud" White
Sep 1, 2026
Bentley “Bud” White, 86, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at Saratoga Hospital.
Born in 1939, in Albany, New York, to the late Robert and Edna White.
He attended school in Albany, New York and later joined the Coast Guard. He served with them for eight years.
Bud then continued his professional journey in the transportation industry for 45 years.
Bud will be...
Kerttu "Katie" Rottmann
Aug 31, 2026
Kerttu (Katie) Rottmann died peacefully on August 31, 2026.
Kerttu was born to Kasperi Saukko and Anna Liisa Pohja on the family farm in Saastamala, Finland on March 5, 1936. Growing up on the farm with few limits, she developed a free spirt and closeness with nature. Kerttu’s education began in the village’s one-room schoolhouse. She used her mother’s old bicycle...
Willie J. Johnson Sr.
Aug 31, 2026
Willie J. Johnson, Sr. passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026, surrounded by his devoted daughters. He leaves behind a legacy of profound love for his family, an unwavering commitment to his faith, and a generous spirit expressed through his time and talents in service to others.
Willie was born on September 29, 1925, in Athens, Georgia, to the late Willie...
Josephine M. Malinoski
Aug 29, 2026
Colonie- Josephine M. (Geraci) Malinoski, 70, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on Saturday, August 29, 2026. Born in Albany she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Grace Geraci.
Josephine enjoyed the simple pleasures in life, including playing cards, reading, and spending time with her many friends. She cherished her social life and the wonderful friendships she made...
Deena B. Collins
2026
Albany, NY — Deena B. Collins, 81, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026. She was born in Albany, NY, to the late Harold Sr. and Adele Collins.
Deena was a strong, loving, and devoted single mother who gave everything she had to her beloved son, Thomas. She worked for many years at Grand Union, dedicating herself to providing for her...
Catherine E. Hilson
Aug 28, 2026
Catherine E. Hilson, 85, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 28, 2026 at St. Peters Hospice Inn with her loving family by her side. Catherine was the daughter of the late Michael and Margaret Walsdorf. She was the devoted wife of over 58 years to the late Charles "Ray" Hilson.
Catherine was a hairdresser for many years before dedicating herself to...
Anne Marie Nelson
Aug 27, 2026
Anne Marie Nelson, 47, of Albany passed away Thursday, August 27th, 2026 at Albany Medical Center. Born October 6th, 1978, in Gouverneur, New York, she was the daughter of the late Francis A. and Elna Arnold Nelson.
After graduating Gouverneur High School in 1996, Anne moved down to Troy and then Albany, where she worked as a Software Support Specialist and...
Daniel E. Hodgkinson
Aug 27, 2026
Daniel Edward Hodgkinson, 73, of Albany, NY, was healed by his Heavenly Father and welcomed into the kingdom of heaven on August 27, 2026.Dan was born on December 10, 1952, in Troy, NY, to Albert E. Hodgkinson and Mary Joan Hodgkinson (Conway). He was the seventh sibling of nine children. Dan was loved by his siblings for his incredible wit,...
Mona L. Bumpers
Aug 26, 2026
Mona L. Bumpers, 60, wife of Wendell “Petey” Bumpers, passed away on August 26, 2026, at her home.
Born December 7, 1965, in Albany, New York, she was the daughter of the late Deloris Ayers Liuzzi and Kevin Liuizzi.
Mona was a graduate of Bishop Maginn High School and Hudson Valley Community College’s dental hygiene program. She spent over three decades working...
Elaine K. Rozniewski
Aug 26, 2026
LATHAM - Elaine K. (Kaczmarczyk) Rozniewski passed away peacefully at home on August 26th, 2026. Born on July 5th, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Mary Kaczmarczyk. Elaine will be lovingly remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose life was centered around her family, her faith, and the people she loved.
Elaine attended...
Theresa Collins
Aug 25, 2026
Albany- Theresa Irene Collins, 80, passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at St. Peter's Hospital with her loving family by her side.
Theresa was the daughter of the late John Murray and Theresa Murray.
A devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she was their cherished Mimi, known for her loving guidance, generosity, and for being a great listener who always made everyone feel...
Vilok Jammula
Aug 25, 2026
Vilok Jammula, 19, passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at his home in Schenectady with his loving family by his side. Vilok was the son of the Ramakrishina Jammula and Sudharani Jammula.
Born on June 26, 2007, in Edison, NJ. Vilok’s life, though brief, will be remembered with love and sorrow by those who knew him. His passing brings deep sadness...
Gail Catoggio
Aug 24, 2026
CASTLETON - Gail Ann Catoggio of Castleton, N.Y., died peacefully on August 24, 2026.
She was born in Cohoes, N.Y., on January 27, 1943, to loving parents George and Mary Guyette. She attended Keveny Academy and trained as a nurse at Albany Med., and later at the University of Alaska Anchorage. She served as Assistant Medical Director at the Center For...
Clifford Matejcak
Aug 24, 2026
Bible — Psalm 46:10 (KJV)
“Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.”
Clifford Matejcak was called home by our Heavenly Father on August 24, 2026. Cliff was born April 25, 1957. He was the son of the late Joseph Matejcak and the late Lillian Matejcak. He married...
Anthony Nicholas Solomon
Aug 24, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Anthony Nicholas Solomon
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BELOVED HUSBAND, FATHER, GRANDFATHER,
PASTOR, BARBER, HUNTER, AND FRIEND
Pastor Anthony Solomon, 84, went home to the Lord on Monday, August 24, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family.
Anthony was born on July 31, 1942, in Troy, New York, the eldest son of the late Edward A. Solomon and Margaret G. (Carnevale) Solomon. He...
John V. Cleary
Aug 24, 2026
Selkirk- At 93 years young, John Vernon Cleary passed away on August 24, 2026 after a battle with lymphoma. While the cancer may have taken him from us, it can never take away the incredible life he lived or the love he gave us.
More than anything, he loved his wife of 56 years, Roberta A. Cleary, and his family. They...
Andris "Andy" Simsons
Aug 23, 2026
Andris "Andy" Simsons, 74, of Rotterdam, NY, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2026. He was born to the late Biruta Vircavnieks and Gvido Simsons.
Andy met his late wife, Carole, at SUNY Brockport. Upon graduation, they relocated to Albany where Andy built a career in information technology, working for New York State in various departments.
Andy was a devoted dog lover...
Richard James Oldham
Aug 23, 2026
TRENTON CITY, NJ — Richard James Oldham, of Trenton City, NJ, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Richard was born in Cohoes, NY, on December 23, 1945.
He was employed by Price Chopper in Menands.
In his spare time, Richard enjoyed bike riding, watching scary movies, and, most of all, eating pizza. He will be remembered for the...
