2026

Concetta Taormina, 101, wife of the late Frank Taormina, passed away peacefully in Troy, NY on July 8th, 2026.

Born in Taormina, Sicily, Italy, she was the daughter to the late Joseph and Maria Siligato.

Concetta lived a long-fulfilled life. She survived World War II, recounting her experiences with the constant bombings in Sicily.

Concetta met the love of her life, Frank, while...

2026

ALBANY — David Jeffrey Pelletier, 74, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026, at Teresian House Center for the Elderly.

Born on November 20, 1951, in Albany, New York, David was the son of the late Joseph John Pelletier and Camille Ruth (Osborn) Pelletier. He spent most of his life in the Albany area.

David worked in construction and was also employed...

Jul 6, 2026

Clemons/Watervliet - Otto E. Ottenburgh, Jr., 89, passed away Monday, July 6, 2026 with loving family by side. Otto was the son of the late Otto Ottenburgh, Sr. and Marion Ottenburgh. Otto was the devoted husband to Sandra Ottenburgh. They were married 54 years.

Otto was enjoyed fishing and boating. He looked forward to going to Stewarts every morning for coffee.

Otto...

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Jul 4, 2026

ROTTERDAM- John J. Creech Jr., age 79, passed away surrounded by family on July 4, 2026.

He was born in Troy, the son of the late John Sr. and Agnes Fitzgerald Creech. He was also predeceased by his brother Brien and his sister Helena Browe.

John graduated from Averill Park High School and earned two Associates degrees at Hudson Valley Community College....

Jul 4, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Margaret “Peg” (Kalmes) Deukmejian, 77, who went home to be with the lord on July 4, 2026, following a brief illness at St. Peter’s Hospital.

Born April 23,1949 to William and Margaret Kalmes, Peg spent most of her life in Menands, NY, graduating from Menands Union Free School District and...

2026

Scotia - Edward L. Wool Jr. born March 6th, 1944, in Watertown, NY, passed away on July 3rd, 2026, at age 82. He was the son of Claudine (Lucas) Wool and Edward L. Wool, Sr.

Known primarily as a guitarist, his musical journey began at a very young age, learning the piano from his classically trained pianist mother. In school he...

Jul 3, 2026

GUILDERLAND- Jean G. Betts, age 78, passed away peacefully at her residence on July 3, 2026.

Jean was born on October 7, 1947 in Brooklyn, N.Y., and was the daughter of the late Ephrem John and Mary Gilbert Frasso. She was predeceased by her sister Judy MacDermott, brothers: Robert Frasso of Hobbie, PA, John Frasso of Nescopeck, PA, and Gilbert Frasso...

Jul 3, 2026

COLONIE- Henry Allen DeCotis, 77, passed away peacefully at home on July 3, 2026. Born on January 8, 1949, he was the son of the late Kathryn (Van decar) DeCotis and Frank DeCotis.

Henry grew up in Watervliet, New York and attended St Brigid’s school. He graduated from Christian Brothers Academy, Boston College and Albany Law School. He served the people...

Jul 1, 2026

Xantheppi (Sandra) Galanis, 96, of Guilderland, NY, passed away peacefully at her home on July 1, 2026.

Born May 15, 1930, in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of the late Lazarus and Sevasty Moisides. Sandra was predeceased by her beloved husband, James Galanis.

She was also predeceased by her brother, Theodore Moisides, and son-in law George Kontakos.

Sandra is survived by her...

Jul 1, 2026

Ildra “Sis” (Ableman) Morse

Ildra “Sis” (Ableman) Morse, 94, of Albany, New York, died at home on July 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on November 21, 1931 to William L. Ableman and Ildra E. (Jones) Ableman. She lived through more than a third of our nation's history, witnessing remarkable changes in the world while...

2026

Albany- Maria S. DeNitto passed away suddenly on July 1, 2026. Maria was born Maria Santa (Sandrina) Tirino in the town of Airola, located outside of Naples, Italy. Maria arrived in New York as a young girl in 1956, accompanied by her father, Pasquale Tirino, and her brothers, John and Tony; her mother, Elvira, had arrived 6 months earlier. The...

Jun 30, 2026

Jane M. Warren, 83, of Colonie, New York passed away peacefully on June 30th, 2026. She was born on October 27th, 1942 in Albany to Thomas and Catherine Appio. She lived her childhood and adolescent life with her five loving sisters and went on to have a fulfilling career as a clerk for New York State.

She married the love of...

Jun 30, 2026

William C. Rogers, age 84, passed away unexpectedly on June 30, 2026.

He was born in Scotia, the son of the late Charles and Florence Rogers.

He loved watching Nascar and tennis, going fast on his motorcycle, drinking beer, being outside and living life on the edge.

William is survived by his daughters: Carrie Rogers-Jewett and Bernae Rogers and his grandchildren: Seth Jewett,...

Jun 30, 2026

Frederick F. Boyzer, 63, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

Born in Albany, New York, Frederick was the son of the late Frederick and Rita Mae Boyzer.

Frederick was a highly skilled master carpenter and painter whose exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail earned the respect of everyone who knew his work. He took great pride in creating and restoring beautiful...

Jun 29, 2026

It is with heavy hearts to share the passing of Kim Sharon Armstrong on 6/29/2026, at the age of 67 years old.

She was born 10/3/1958 in London England to the late Patrick and Maureen Bigwood.

Kim worked at Albany BOCES for 26 years as a teaching assistant.

She loved helping her culinary students. She loved to bake and was a wonderful artist....

Jun 29, 2026

Mrs. Jane (Nobles) Harper, born on July 6, 1929, in Albany, New York, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026, in Schenectady, New York, at the age of 96 with her devoted son at her side.Jane was a devoted homemaker and retired from the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles. Her life was centered around her family and the joy she...

Jun 29, 2026

Linda K. Stewart, 84, of Glenmont, New York, passed away on June 29, 2026.

She was born in 1942, in Bronx, New York.

Linda will be remembered for her funny, loving spirit and for the joy she found in the people and simple comforts that filled her life. She loved her family and friends, cooking, tending her vegetable garden, knitting, crocheting, camping,...

Jun 28, 2026

Esther H. Persico, 91, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026, at St. Peter's Hospice Inn.

Esther was the daughter of the late Frank and Albertha Gifford. She was predeceased by her beloved partner, Louis "Pete" Peterson; and her siblings, Frank, Irene, and Dehlia.

Esther's greatest pride and joy was her family. She is survived by her children Anthony, Deborah (John) Hillmann,...