Daniel E. Sommers
May 9, 2025
Daniel E. Sommers, 77, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 9, 2025 at The Community Hospice Inn at St. Peters with his loving family by his side. Daniel was the son of the late Ellsworth and Mary E. (Mueller) Sommers. He was the devoted husband of over 37 years to the late Jean F. Sommers.
Dan worked for Albany International Corp....
Dr. Christopher Adiewere Adigwe
2025
Albany- In thanksgiving for a life of faith, wisdom, and service, we announce the heavenly homegoing of Dr. Christopher Adiewere Adigwe, The Ajie Oduah Obiojigbani Adigwe I, who departed this life peacefully on May 9, 2025, at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, New York.
Born on January 1, 1928, in the serene Umudei Royal Village of Outa, Imo State, Nigeria, Christopher was...
Linda Laurange
May 8, 2025
It is with a great sadness that we, the members of Team 5, announce the passing of Linda Laurange just one month shy of her 72nd birthday.
The daughter of Herbert and Mary Lou Laurange, Linda had resided at the Best Road SOIRA since March of 1995 where she was regarded as “the lady of the house”. Linda initially enjoyed sitting...
Shirley Mae Greene
May 8, 2025
VOORHEESVILLE - Shirley Mae Greene, 86 passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at Brightview Senior Living, Warren, NJ. She lived in Voorheesville, NY for more than 50 years before moving to NJ.
Born in Albany, New York she was the beloved wife of late Waldo “Wally” R. Greene; daughter of late Leroy and Eleanor Vanderburgh and sister of the late...
Hank F. Kozlowski
2025
Henry (Hank) Kozlowski, 79 of Albany, NY passed peacefully at home May 8, 2025.
Born April 7, 1946 in Albany, NY, the son of the late Henry F and Elizabeth Mary Kiszka. Hank graduated from Vincentian Institute H.S. and the University of Miami.
Upon graduation, he worked in research at Albany Medical Center before becoming a manager at Sterling Winthrop, Rensselaer, NY.
In...
Jean H. Snyder
May 7, 2025
ALBANY- Jean H. Snyder, age 78, passed away surrounded by family on May 7, 2025.
She was born in Albany, the daughter of the late Gerald and Jane Snyder. She was also predeceased by her sisters: Linda and Katie.
Jean was a graduate of Chandler College in Boston, MA and spent her entire career in the Executive Chamber of the New York...
Joseph B. Fitzpatrick, Jr.
May 6, 2025
SCHENECTADY - Joseph B. Fitzpatrick, Jr., 86, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025 at Glendale Nursing Home. Born in Albany, New York, he was the beloved son of the late Joseph B. and Laura Tartaglia Fitzpatrick.
Joe attended the former Philip Schuyler High School and retired from Boyd Printing Co. Prior to Boyd Printing Co., he worked 30 years for...
John "Bill" Morgan
2025
Albany- John “Bill” Morgan, 83 of Albany, N.Y., died May 6, 2025. Bill was born April 12,1942 in Albany to the late Ernest “Spike” Morgan and Helen (Sokol) Morgan.
He graduated from CBA, class of 1960, where he excelled as a member of the school rifle team. Bill, a firearms enthusiast, remained an expert marksman throughout his life. He worked for...
Frances Bonaventura Blaine
May 5, 2025
SCHENECTADY - Frances “Fran” Bonaventura (Celella) Blaine, 94, of Albany, NY, wife of the late Frank Blaine and later, wife of the late Harry Whipple, passed peacefully from this life to the next, on Monday, May 5, 2025 at Albany Medical Center.
Born Francesca on June 23, 1930, in Amorosi, Italy, Fran immigrated with her family to the United States at...
David W. Collins
May 5, 2025
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David W. Collins, 78, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 5, 2025, at Albany Medical
Center, surrounded by his “girls”. Dave was the son of the late Charles E. and Elaine (Dillon) Collins. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his older brother, Charles “Chip” Collins, and his best friend, Dave LaForge.
Dave attended Maple Hill High School before he...
Linda A. Baldwin
May 3, 2025
Linda A. Baldwin, 68, passed away Saturday May 3, 2025 at St Peter's Hospital in Albany, NY. Born August 21, 1956 in Glens Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Donald Pratt and Marie Edgar Pratt.
Linda attended South Glens Falls High School and then went on to get her associate’s degree from Albany Business College. She moved to...
Donald Macdonald
May 3, 2025
Macdonald, Donald, Col. USAF Ret.
With deep sorrow, we share the passing of Donald Macdonald, aged 93, beloved husband of the late Betty Jo Macdonald (Smith). Don passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Don is survived by his daughters, Kathy Whalen (Jim), Lynn Rivers (Tom Derion) and Janis Koshgarian; his grandchildren, Erica Rivers, Jim Whalen...
Michael P. Galietta Sr.
May 2, 2025
ALBANY – Michael P. Galietta Sr., 88, passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025 at the Daughter of Sarah Nursing Center.
Michael was born on January 11, 1937 in Albany and was the son of the late Michael and Bessie (DiMoro) Galietta. He retired as a manager of Technical Manual Publication from the Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory in Niskayuna.
Michael enjoyed spending...
Nancy M. Brown
May 2, 2025
Nancy M. Brown, 69, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, passed away in Albany, New York on May 2, 2025, following a long, courageous and dignified battle with cancer, leaving a void her family that can never be filled.
Nancy was born in Lockport, NY in 1955, the daughter of the late A. Richard and Mary Alice Nodine (nee Lanighan). Nancy attended DeSales...
Blanche A. Butcher
May 1, 2025
Blanche Anna Little Butcher, 103, spouse of the late George Francis Butcher (1916-2002), passed away May 1, 2025 at the Teresian House in Albany, NY.
Born on September 15, 1921, in Jersey City, New Jersey, she was the daughter of Henry W. Little (1903-1988) and Anna Felgentreu Little (1902-2001). Blanche’s aunt, Blanche V. Little Smith, sponsored her attendance at Stevens Academy,...
William J. Cody Sr.
May 1, 2025
Albany- William J. Cody, 78, passed away peacefully at home on, Thursday, May 1st, 2025. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late William and Anna Mae Cody. Bill is predeceased by his wife, Noreen M. Cody and his stepfather Joe Condor.
Bill was a Vietnam War Veteran serving in the United States Navy before his honorable discharge. He...
Andrew "Andy" Draffen
2025
Andrew F. “Andy” Draffen, 66, passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
Born on September 21, 1958, in Pittsfied, MA, he was the son of the late Jack and Barbara (Foote) Draffen.
A Memorial Visitation will take place on Saturday, May 24, 2025, from 10:00 am - 11:00 am, with a Celebration of Life Service to begin at 11:00am at New Comer...
Harold A. Maloney
2025
Guilderland- Harold A. Maloney, 73, passed away at his home in Guilderland, on April 29, 2025
Harold known as “Buzzy” to his friends and family, was born March 5, 1952. He was the son of the late Harold and Virginia(Sterling) Maloney. Harold worked for the US Post Office where he made many friends and truly enjoyed his job. Harold had a...
Benjamin Casiano Hernandez
Apr 29, 2025
Benjamin Casiano Hernandez, passed away on April 29, 2025, after a brave battle with cancer. He was born on July 15, 2002, in San German, Puerto Rico.
Ben was a dedicated member of the Air Force, where he served as a crew chief and aircraft mechanic. His commitment to his service was mirrored in all aspects of his life, exemplifying his...
