Jul 22, 2026

VOORHEESVILLE – Marion “Mimi” Michele, 92, a true daughter of the Capital Region and a woman of remarkable spirit, determination, and compassion, passed away on July 22, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, lifelong learning, and a large, vibrant family.

Born in Albany in 1934 to the late Edward and Lavantia Patterson, Mimi spent much of her life in...

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Jul 22, 2026

Janet G. Valentino, 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at The Troy Victorian Nursing Home with her loving family by her side. Janet was the daughter of the late Arthur and Mildred (Finkle) Bisner. She was the devoted wife to the late Rudolph J. Valentino. They were married 35 years.

She loved dancing, enjoyed spending time with her...

Jul 21, 2026

Mary E. Hotaling, 81, passed away on July 21, 2026 in her home surrounded by family.

She was the daughter of the late Robert and Charlene Bleichert, and the wife of the late John Hotaling.

Mary worked as a housekeeper for many years before retiring. She loved baking, cooking, and gardening. She also enjoyed listening to oldies music, Christmas, and above all,...

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Albany- Donald Barlow Stauffer, of Albany, NY, died peacefully on July 21, 2026, in the loving company of his family. Born in 1930 in East Orange, NJ, the son of Frederick Stauffer and Elizabeth Barlow, Donald received a B.A. with distinction from Wesleyan University and an M.A. and a Ph.D. from Indiana University. 

During the Korean conflict he served with the...

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Ruth Knapp, 86, wife of the late Gerald “Chickie” Knapp of Albany, entered the Kingdom of God and was surrounded by love on Monday, July 20, 2026, at St. Peter’s Hospital after a brief illness.

Born at home on September 23, 1939, in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Angelo and Roberta Palumbi Rossi.

Ruth graduated from Phillip Schuyler High...

Jul 20, 2026

Amy Ellis Dinn passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026. She was born and raised in Plattsburgh, NY until her family moved to Troy, NY in 1985. She was a graduate of Catholic Central High School, LeMoyne College and Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy. She was employed by the New York Conference of Mayors after graduate school and later...

Jul 19, 2026

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Joseph S. Ferrandino, 56, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at Albany Medical Center with his loving family by his side.

Joseph was the son of Dominick Ferrandino and Christine Austin-Bell. He was the devoted husband of over 38 years to Patricia (Burke) Ferrandino.

Joseph worked for the City of Albany for 18 years as a laborer with the Department of...

Jul 18, 2026

Phyllis M. Lubiniecki passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of those whose lives she touched so deeply.

Born in Albany, NY, Phyllis was the cherished daughter of the late John and Florence Knighton (Espey). She was predeceased by her beloved husband and best friend, Kenneth L. Lubiniecki (L-Ken), with whom she shared a lifetime of love...

Jul 18, 2026

Our family is heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Karen L. Boothe, age 78, of Schenectady, New York. Karen passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Karen is survived by her devoted husband, Kevin, with whom she shared nearly 55 years of marriage; her three loving...

Jul 18, 2026

James Sherman, 75, of Clifton Park, NY passed away unexpectedly on July 18, 2026 after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Born in Binghamton, NY, Jim lived a life marked by strength, kindness, and devotion to his family.

Jim proudly served his country in the United States Army. He continued his commitment to service throughout his career working at the United...

Jul 18, 2026

Marilyn Roche Koglmeier was called home to Our Lord on July 18, 2026. She was born July 14, 1930 to Helen and Maurice Roche, in Queens, NY. She was educated in local public and Catholic schools, and attended St. John’s University, Brooklyn, NY. She retired after twenty years of service with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, having served in the...

Jul 17, 2026

ALBANY- James L. Prince, age 78, passed away comfortably at home with family on July 17, 2026.

He was born in Albany, the son of the late Elizabeth Kirkley. He was also predeceased by his son James Prince Jr. and his siblings: Joan Griffin, Joyce Prince, Wayne, Kim, Keith, Bruce and Debra Crayon.

He was a lifelong Mechanic. He was a great...

Jul 16, 2026

ALBANY- Gerald William Parent, known to everyone who loved him as Jerry, was born on Christmas Day 1948 in Peekskill, NY. He died on July 16, 2026, at the New York State Veterans’ Home in Montrose, New York where he had been receiving care. He was 77 years old.



Jerry was the elder son of Clifford G. Parent and Gladys Richards...

Jul 16, 2026

Richard Vanne, 50, passed away on July 16, 2026.

Richard was born on December 27, 1975 in Schenectady, the son of Kathleen O’Brien and the late Richard Vanne.

He was currently employed as a chef with The Orchard Tavern West in Guilderland. He was a loving son, and will be remembered by many friends.

He is survived by his mother, Kathleen; aunt, Chris...

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Loudonville — Peter F. Gilroy, 63, of Loudonville, New York, passed away peacefully at home on July 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family, after a short illness.

Born on August 10, 1962, he was the son of the late Margaret “Maggie” (nee:Hale) and Joseph Gilroy.

He dedicated many years of service to New York State before retiring. In retirement, he lived...

Jul 16, 2026

Michael F. Kelly passed away on July 16th, 2026. He was 69 years old.

Born in Albany, NY to parents Robert Kelly and Grace (Osborn) Kelly, Michael was raised in Utica, Schenectady and Latham, NY. He played football at Shaker High School, where he graduated from in 1975. He was an avid sports fan and loved watching the New York Giants....

Jul 15, 2026

Deborah Ann Zarrelli (Playford)

Deborah “Deb” Zarrelli, of Guilderland passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026, at the age of 75.

Deb was born on February 12, 1951, in Albany, New York, and was raised in Guilderland. She remained deeply connected to her community throughout her life. A lifelong Catholic, her faith helped shape the compassion, generosity, and devotion that defined the...

Jul 15, 2026

Schenectady- Annis D. Hale Draiss. Ann, was age 89 years young when she passed away on July 15, 2026, in Schenectady, NY at home from a long illness. 

She was born on February 27, 1937, in Troy, NY to Nelson Lucas Hale and Agatha Ruth Lewis. Ann was educated at St. Mary’s School and a 1956 graduate of Catholic Central High...