2025

Schenectady – Martha M. Myers, passed away on February 22, 2025 at St. Peter’s Hospice Unit. She was born in Albany on January 24, 1937 to the late Theodore and Nina Stage.

Martha was a loving wife and mother, an avid Boston Red Sox fan, as well as a Union College Hockey fan. After raising her six children, she returned to...

Feb 22, 2025

Felix “Phil” Wielewinski, 95, bravely crossed the River Jordan, trumpet in hand, on February 22, 2025.

He was born in Schenectady, NY on January 20th, 1930, the son of the late Paul and Catherine Wielewinski, the youngest of 7 children. 

As a young man, he served in the US Army during the Korean War as the camp bugler, “sleeping in” by mistake...

2025

Antonio Troiano, 73 husband of Angela Maria Troiano (Sposito) of Latham, NY peacefully entered into eternal rest on February 22, 2025 after a challenging battle with cancer. 

Born October 28, 1951 in San Martino Valle Caudina, Italy to the late Alessandro Troiano and Luigia Lanzotti, Antonio (Tony) came to America in 1973 ‘to live the American dream’. In 1977 he met...

Feb 21, 2025

Eleanor Emily (Ellie) Patrick passed into eternal life on February 21, 2025.

Born Elenora Emily Gabriele on October 7, 1925 and raised in Schenectady, Eleanor graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in 1944. Eleanor built her own home at the age of 24 with her first husband Victor Roy Elmore Jr., and held great pride in her home. She enjoyed cooking,...

Feb 21, 2025

Gail M. Smith, 78, Rexford, NY, passed away on Friday February 21, 2025 at Saratoga Hospital. Born December 10, 1946, in Brooklyn, NY., she was the daughter of the late James A. and Margaret Smith. 

Ms. Smith received both a B.A. and M.S. in Education from SUNY Oneonta and an M.S. in Educational Administration from SUNY Albany. A lifelong educator, Ms....

Feb 21, 2025

Julia E. Costello, 86, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2025 at The Glendale Nursing Home. 

Julia was born November 10, 1938 in Albany, the daughter of the late Marion and Katherine (Kwaitkowski) Baranowski. 

Julia is predeceased by her mother-in-law, Susan Costello; and siblings, Joe Baranowski, Hank Baranowski, Mary Toomey and Helen Baranowski.

She is survived by her loving husband Anthony...

Feb 20, 2025

Sharon Lee Tenace, age 78, wife of Louis Wilfred Tenace Jr. of Schenectady, NY passed away surrounded by her loving family on February 20, 2025 at Ellis Hospital.

Born October 27, 1946 in Niskayuna, NY to Charles Myers and Ruth Van Patten Myers.

Sharon was an LPN and worked for St Clair’s Hospital and Eddy Services. She was a devout Mormon and...

2025

Robert L. Coyle, 84, of the Capital District, NY passed away on February 19, 2025 at home. Born on November 28, 1940, he was the son of the late Joseph W. Coyle and Anna Susko Coyle, and brother to the late Joseph Coyle and Anne Mary Geleta. 

Bob honorably served in the US Army National Guard, Signal Corps. 

Bob began his career...

2025

Feb 19, 2025

Patrick A. DeAmelia, 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, after a brief illness surrounded by his loving family. 

Patrick was born in Albany, NY on March 16th,1940 to the late Patrick P. and Angeline DeAmelia.

He was a proud graduate of the last class of Cathedral Academy and received an Associate’s degree from Hudson Valley Community College. Pat was...

Feb 19, 2025

Warren Duling Hull, Jr.

September 18, 1948 - February 19, 2025

Warren Duling Hull, Jr. (of Voorheesville, NY) passed away peacefully after a courageous three-year battle with cancer, leaving this world on his own terms, surrounded by love. He was a man of honor, strength, and warmth, with a fierce spirit and a kind heart. Born in Cumberland, MD he was the...

Feb 17, 2025

Sharon Lee Currier, 80, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025 at the Wesley Health Care Center in Saratoga Springs, NY

Sharon was born on October 31, 1944, in Watervliet, the cherished daughter of the late Leroy G. and Jeannette I. (LeCuyer) Haver. Throughout her life, she touched the hearts of everyone she met. Sharon dedicated many years to her work...

2025

Sylvia Louise Thompson, affectionately known as “Ms. Sylvie” to many, was born in Cambridge, St. James Parish, Jamaica, West Indies on August 10, 1937 to the late Ritynella Sparks and Wilfred Tinglin. She entered her final resting place on February 17, 2025 in Albany, NY. 

She left Jamaica when she was 30 years old to find a new life in America,...

Feb 16, 2025

Henry “Hank” J Bickel III, 78, husband of Marlee McCumber of Colonie NY passed away in his sleep on Sunday Morning February 16, 2025 at the Artis Nursing Home Yorktown, NY. 

He was born August 12, 1946 in Albany, NY, he was the son of (the late) Henry J and Catherine K Bickel.

Hank attended St Vincent’s High School in Albany and...

Feb 16, 2025

Susan J. Frye, 67, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2025 in Miami, Florida, while preparing to embark on her next adventure.

She was born on August 18, 1957 in Albany, NY, the daughter of the late Lester and Gertrude Hadsell. 

Susan was employed as a bookkeeper for 20 years at The Bookhouse in Stuyvesant Plaza. Since her retirement five years ago,...

Feb 16, 2025

Troy- John H. Collegian, 84, died, Sunday, February 16, 2025. Respecting his wishes services will be private. 

John is survived by his sister, Elaine Lunsford of Delaware; his niece, Erica Munch of Zullinger P.A.; his brother, Harry Collegian of Ballston Lake NY; and his nephew, John Lunsford of New Castle, Delaware.

Feb 16, 2025

David John Mongeon, 73, of Colonie, NY, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 16, 2025. 

Born on August 24, 1951 in Rochester, NY to the late John E. and Lucille Mongeon. David was a beloved husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He was a devoted dog dad to his babies Sabrina, Salem, Sassy, and Sammy.

On August 18, 1984, he...

2025

Watervliet

DONNELLY, ERIKA W. 

Erika Waltraud Penitschka Donnelly, 85, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 16, 2025 at her home with her loving family by her side after a short battle with cancer. 

Born in Sternberg Germany on November 12, 1939, to the late Gustav Penitschka and Herta Danhel Penitschka. Erika came to the US in 1950 attended Troy Schools where she excelled...

2025

Colonie, NY - Ronald C. Gariepy, 75, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 15, 2025, with his loving family by his side. 

Born in Leominster, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Clarence L. & Mary C. Gariepy (Valente). Ron’s family moved to Troy, NY at a young age where he later graduated Troy High School in 1967. He went on...

Feb 15, 2025

On February 15, 2025, Wanda Joy Dupree peacefully transitioned at the age of 74. A woman of faith, grace, and unwavering love, she touched the lives of everyone in her orbit. Wanda will always be remembered as a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend whose generosity, wisdom, and strength healed hearts.

She is survived by many loved ones and friends...