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...

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...

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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...

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...

Apr 29, 2025

Halfmoon- Jim Hillebrandt, 79, died Tuesday, April 29, 2025 peacefully at home in Halfmoon, NY. Born in Troy, NY, he was the son of the late James and Mary Bertasso Hillebrandt. Jim was a truck driver for Hannaford for 25 years and had been presented a 2 million mile NO accident award. He retired in 2012 and began taking cooking...

Apr 29, 2025

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Darmetko, John W. Troy, NY

John W. Darmetko, 77, husband of beloved wife, Susan Darmetko, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 28, 2025 with his wife by his side. They were married for 54 years, and they would have celebrated 55 years in October. He was the son of the late Julian and Stella Darmetko.

Along with his wife, he is survived...

Apr 28, 2025

Gary Lee Snyder, 78, husband of Joan Miers-Snyder, passed away on April 28, 2025, at his home.

Born February 8, 1947, in Warren, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late William and Mary Snyder.

Gary joined the Marines at the age of 17, and received two Purple Heart Medals while serving two tours in Vietnam. Following his time in the service,...

Apr 28, 2025

Robert F. Swanick, 90, passed away peacefully on Monday April 28, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

After living on 6th avenue for most of his childhood, Robert graduated from Lansingburgh High School in 1952. After high school, he attended college at SUNY Oswego and received his Bachelor's degree in education. He later received his Master's degree from SUNY Albany. Once...

Apr 27, 2025

Elsabe “Ellie” Charlotte Friedrichsen, passed away. on April 27, 2025, in the care of St. Peter’s Hospice, in Albany.

She was born on April 29, 1942, in Janneby, Germany, to Christian Friedrich Friedrichsen and Erika Katharine Emma Freitag Friedrichsen, the youngest of eight children.

At age 21, she boarded a boat alone and sailed to a new life in the United States,...

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Thomas L. Bardwell, 72, husband of Susan D. Bardwell of Rexford NY, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, with his devoted and loving family by his side.

Born on October 19, 1952, he was the son of the late Leon and Catherine (McMullen) Bardwell.

Tom graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in 1970. He worked for 39 years for GE where...

Apr 27, 2025

Barry Carlton Sample

March 2, 1951 – April 27, 2025

ALBANY, New York (April 29, 2025)—Barry Carlton Sample passed away on April 27, 2025, at his residence in Albany, New York. He was 74.

Born in 1951, Barry “Chuck” Carlton Sample was a native of Long Island, New York. He came from humble beginnings on his family’s potato farm. During his early teens,...

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Michele Scott-Robertson, 60, wife of Keith Robertson, passed away on Saturday April 26, 2025.

Born May 1st, 1964, in Albany NY, she was the daughter of the late Delores and Roosevelt Scott.

Michele attended Albany High School after which she began her nursing career, and shortly after became a CNA. Years later she entered nursing school and achieved status as a Licensed...

Apr 26, 2025

HALFMOON – Elaine C. (Krzykowski) Delanoy, 95, a lifelong beacon of warmth, dedication, and community spirit, passed away peacefully April 26, 2025 at her daughter’s home.

Before graduating from RCS, Elaine was a proud cheerleader and often sang duets with her best friend, Mary Griffin, with whom she shared a deep and lasting bond until Mary’s passing in late 2024.

Elaine’s life...

Apr 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts to announce the sudden loss of Ann M. Brant (Ukleja), who joined her father, mother, and brother in heaven on April 26, 2025, at the age of 61, from heart failure at her home in Halfmoon. 

Born in Troy, New York, Ann was the daughter of the late John Ukleja and Antoinette Virgilio. She lived in...

Apr 26, 2025

SCHENECTADY- Lorraine Girol-Lewis passed away peacefully at home on April 26, 2025 with her husband Dave by her side.

Lorraine was a graduate of Linton High School in Schenectady (Class of 1978) and the Belanger School of Nursing at Ellis Hospital (class of 2003).

Lorraine enjoyed her job being a nurse, working at Ellis Hospital, St Peter’s Hospital and Anthem Blue Cross....

Apr 26, 2025

Robert W. Minard, 57, passed away suddenly on April 26th, 2025. Bob was a lifelong resident of the Capital Region, and worked for the Dept of General Services for over 30 years until his retirement. 

He enjoyed fishing and camping, his Ford cars and his Harley Davidson. He loved his flag football team the Dirty Dozen. Bob was genuine and easy...

Apr 26, 2025

Schenectady, NY. - Dorothy M. Negri passed away peacefully April 26, 2025, with her loving family by her side. Born in Schenectady on June 25, 1940, a birthday she shares with her first-born, Dorothy was the daughter of the late Alphonse and Florence (Baxter) Pacelli.

Dorothy graduated from Mont Pleasant High School and SUNY Geneseo, and obtained an MS from SUNY...

Apr 26, 2025

CLIFTON PARK - Deborah M. Bates, 72, passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Saratoga Hospital, with her loving family by her side. Debby was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Stack) McGivern. She was the devoted wife of over 33 years, to the late Donald A. Bates.

Debby worked for New York State as a sales Tax...