Aaron T. Raker
Sep 16, 2025
Aaron Thomas Raker, 22, passed away suddenly at home on September 16, 2025.
Aaron was born on July 17, 2003 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany, NY.
From the day he was born, Aaron faced every challenge, setback and difficult situation with strength and spirit that inspired all who knew him. His time here was enhanced beyond all expectations through the Center...
Giuseppe "Pippo" Simone
Sep 14, 2025
Giuseppe "Pippo" Simone, 65, of Albany, NY, passed away on September 14, 2025.Born on March 19, 1960, in Sicily, Italy, Giuseppe was the beloved son of the late Antonino and Maria (Recupero) Simone. He immigrated to the United States and later attended Colonie Central High School. Giuseppe built a lifelong career as an auto mechanic, working throughout the Capital Region.He...
Leo Bolaski
Sep 14, 2025
Leo A. Bolaski, 61, of Colonie, NY, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025, at the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center.
Born on July 23, 1964, in Albany, NY, he was the son of Leo C. Bolaski and the late Eileen C. Bolaski.
Leo began his military education at Christian Brothers Academy. Upon graduation, he entered the Army. Leo was very proud...
Robert R. Lynch
Sep 14, 2025
Robert R. Lynch
October 19, 1943 - September 14, 2025.
Robert R. Lynch, a devoted public servant and proud veteran, passed away after a long and courageous battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP). Born in Albany, NY, Robert was the son of the late Delores McLaughlin Lynch and John H. Lynch II. He was predeceased by his brother, John H. Lynch III.
Raised...
Altha J. Shufelt
Sep 14, 2025
Altha Jane Shufelt (Dubuque), 88 of Delmar, passed away peacefully September 14, 2025. Jane was best known for being a Home health aide, private duty aide and helping take care of others. She loved driving her Honda's, her collection of Disney movies and dolls and baking banana bread to give away.
She was predeceased by her parents Arthur and Altha M....
Mary Gale Rogers
Sep 14, 2025
Mary Gale Rogers, 69, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at her home with her loving family by her side. Mary was the daughter of the late Harold and Elizabeth Pratt.
Mary lived a life defined by devotion to her family and a genuine heart for helping others. She married the love of her life, Frank Rogers, Sr. and...
Dianne Muscatello
Sep 12, 2025
Dianne Muscatello, 82, made her final journey to heaven on Friday, September 12, 2025 at home with her loving family by her side. Dianne was the daughter of the late John Delaney and Eva (Meek) Delaney.
Dianne is survived by her son, John Barry Muscatello and daughters, Tracy Muscatello-Crowley and Lisa Ann Muscatello along with her daughters-in-law, Valerie Sleight, Michelle Crowley...
Carmen A. Garcia-Rosario
Sep 12, 2025
Carmen A. Garcia-Rosario, 72, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Friday, September 12, 2025 . Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico she was the daughter of the late Francisco and Gabriela Garcia-Rosario.
Carmen enjoyed loud music and Salsa dancing. She loved cooking for everyone and drinking her coors light. Above all she loved her family and friends.
Carmen is...
Alfreda Hatfield
2025
Alfreda Hatfield, a beloved figure to many, passed away on September 12, 2025, in her hometown of Albany, NY, at the age of 93. Born on July 16, 1932, in Albany, she lived a life rich with love and laughter, embodying a spirit that touched everyone who knew her.
For many years, Alfreda found fulfillment and joy in her work as...
Joseph Robert Driessen
Sep 11, 2025
Joseph Driessen, 43, of Berne, NY and life-partner to Cassie Daguillo, passed away on September 11, 2025. He was a loving, devoted father and best friend to Chloe Daguillo, Bella Driessen-Daguillo, Carson Driessen-Dagullio and true son of Cheryl Daguillo.
Joe's purpose and pride in life were his daughters and his successful business; he did everything he could to give his girls...
Ronald M. Smith
2025
Ronald M. Smith, 84, of Schenectady NY, husband to Joy E. (Townsend) Smith, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025.
Born October 11, 1940, he was the son of the late Donald and Ester (Bard) Smith.
After school, Ron went on to start his own company as a painter, and several years later he went on to drive a truck at Mobile...
Cassidy Zyskowski
2025
Cassidy Zyskowski, passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle with breast cancer on September 10th, 2025 at the age of 33.
Born on February 8th, 1992 in Schenectady, Cassidy filled every room with warmth, creativity, and love. She had a gift for making life feel magical—whether through her beautiful garden where butterflies now seem to gather in her honor,...
Miriam Jean Finnegan
Sep 10, 2025
Miriam “Mimi” Jean Finnegan, 75, wife of Vincent Finnegan of Latham, NY fell asleep in death peacefully on September 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving husband and five children. She is now awaiting the resurrection.
Mimi was born to Richard and Dorothy Pyles on February 17, 1950 in Ironton, OH. She grew up in Ohio, North Carolina, and Virginia. In 1968...
Martin F. Pedersen Sr.
Sep 9, 2025
Martin Francis Pedersen Sr. of Glenville, NY passed away at St. Peter’s Hospital on September 9th, 2025.
Martin, born in Queens, NY, was adopted at birth by William George Pedersen and his wife Florence Veronica (Brust). After a long happy life, he is now reunited with his loving wife of 42 years, Barbara Jean Pedersen. Father to Robert, Scott, Christopher, Michelle,...
Regina Famah Tumentoh
2025
Regina Famah Tumentoh (née Tumetoh) affectionately known to all as "Mami Regi," passed away peacefully on Monday, September 08, 2025, at St Peter’s Hospital, Albany, New York after a brief illness.
Mami Regi was born on January 01, 1949, in Tiko, Cameroon, where her father was working for the Cameroons Development Corporation, after his demobilization from the British Army that had...
Eve J. Horbat
Sep 7, 2025
Eve Horbat, 75, of Loudonville, passed away peacefully at home on September 7, 2025. She bravely faced her illness with her usual grace, determination, and resilience.
Born in Siedlce, Poland, Eve was the daughter of the late Sophie and Theodore Horbat. Eve emigrated with her parents from Poland to the United States as a young child. They first lived in NYC,...
Glen Matthew Elliott
2025
Clifton Park- Glen Matthew Elliott, 59, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025, with his loving family and the love of his life, Hang Do by his side. Glen was the son of Jack and Wilmah Elliott.
Glen worked as a truck driver with his father in his early years and then went on to work for UPS for 30 years....
James L. Poirier, Sr.
Sep 6, 2025
James L. Poirier Sr, 87, of Queensbury, NY passed away on Saturday, September 6th, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Schenectady, NY on June 3rd, 1938, he was the son of Bertha (Thibodeau) and Robert L. Poirier Sr.
A lifelong Schenectady resident, James attended Mont Pleasant high school (Class of 1957) where he was a...
Diane P. Freer
Sep 6, 2025
Diane Pruyn Freer January 10, 1943 – September 6, 2025
Diane Pruyn Freer, 82, of Latham, New York, passed away on September 6, 2025, after a brief illness.
Born in Bronxville, New York, on January 10, 1943, and raised in Yonkers, she was the daughter of the late John Pruyn and Hazel Dykes Pruyn. Diane was a graduate of SUNY Cortland and...
