Obituaries

Charles W. Jones

Charles W. Jones

Jun 13, 2026

Charles W. Jones, 89, passed away peacefully on Saturday June 13, 2026. Born in Yonkers, NY on July 27, 1936, he was the first son of Charles R and Wilma Jones. He is survived by his brothers George, Stephen, Edward, Philip, Michael and his sister Dorothy. He is also survived by his four sons, Charles (Kelly), Robert (Julie), Thomas (Christine)...

John A. Fetsko Sr.

John A. Fetsko Sr.

2026

Colonie -John Fetsko Sr., 102, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, just shy of his 103rd birthday, with comforting prayers of the rosary being spoken at his bedside as he gently slipped away.

Born on June 24, 1923, in Marianna, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Steve and Ann Fetsko. He was also predeceased by several brothers and...

Guy E. Jordan

Guy E. Jordan

Jun 13, 2026

Guy E. Jordan, 56, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on June 13, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Gloversville, New York, Guy was the beloved son of Kerry and Brenda Jordan. He was a devoted partner to Sheldon Collins, with whom he shared a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. Guy...

Mario A. Petrucco

Mario A. Petrucco

Jun 12, 2026

Mario A. Petrucco, 51, passed away June 12, 2026 following an extended illness.

Born April 23, 1975 in Niskayuna and educated at Burnt-Hills-Ballston Lake. Mario pursued his passion for music and cars. He was a member of 3 bands, Tamerlane, Out to Bring Us Down, and RazorBack. Mario was an adoring father to his children and a loving partner.

He is survived...

Victoria "Vicki" LaDuke

Victoria "Vicki" LaDuke

Jun 11, 2026

Victoria “Vicki” LaDuke was born on November 25, 1953, at Bellevue Women’s Hospital to Elsie and Louis LaDuke. She was 72 when she passed and throughout her years she made quite a statement. From the very beginning, Vicki approached life with enthusiasm, conviction, and absolutely no interest in blending into the background.Throughout her life, Vicki embraced the arts with a...

Mary Louise Wolfe

Mary Louise Wolfe

2026

Mary Louise Wolfe, 70, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026. She was born in 1956, in Cobleskill to the late Francis Smiley and Christel Jobmann.

Following high school, Mary earned her associate's degree which laid the foundation for a fulfilling and impactful career. She devoted many years to nursing across the Capital Region, where she tenderly cared for countless patients.

Mary...

Linda A. Zampella

Linda A. Zampella

2026

Schenectady – Linda A. Zampella, 74, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026. Born in Schenectady, New York, she was the daughter of the late Elmer Barcomb and Helen Kohler.

Linda enjoyed spending time with her family, watching crime shows, and reading novels. She was known for her witty sense of humor, her firm but loving demeanor, and her special love...

Kazimierz Korolewicz

Kazimierz Korolewicz

2026

Kazimierz Korolewicz, 93, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026.

Born in Poland, he was the son of the late Jan and Helena Korolewicz.

In February of 1956, he immigrated with his wife and son from France to the United States. He worked as a laborer for Tobin Packing Co., prior to working for the state of New York as a plumber/steamfitter.

Kazimierz...

Scott W. Manning

Scott W. Manning

Jun 9, 2026

Scott W. Manning, 63, passed away on June 9, 2026.

Born in Schenectady, Scott was the son of the late Marye Gilbert (Manning).

Scott was employed with Albany Waste Management for over 35 years. He was passionate about classic and custom built cars.

In addition to his mother, Scott was predeceased by his step-father, Edward C. Gilbert III; grandparents, Margaret Poffahl (McQueen) and...

Mary A. Russo

Mary A. Russo

Jun 9, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Armao Russo, who departed this world on June 9, 2026, after a brief but devastating illness with her son by her side. Born on July 7, 1952, in Albany, NY, Mary was a beacon of warmth, kindness, and unwavering generosity. Her life was a testament to the power...

Elizabeth DeRusso

Elizabeth DeRusso

Jun 9, 2026

Formerly of Clifton Park – Betty passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on June 9, 2026 at 93 years old. Born in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of Lewis Hoke and Inez (Cushing) Hoke. She worked for the State of New York, Department of Tax and Finance as a Key Punch Operator. She was also a Bus...

Charles Griffin

Charles Griffin

Jun 8, 2026

In Loving Memory of Charles Chester Griffin

With hearts full of love, gratitude, and cherished memories, we announce that our beloved father, Charles Chester Griffin, of Schenectady, New York, peacefully fell asleep in death on June 8, 2026, at the age of 94, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on March 8, 1932, in Armstrong, Alabama, to the late Nancy Dykes and...

Lois Irene Smith

Lois Irene Smith

Jun 8, 2026

Lois Irene Smith, 95, passed away peacefully on June 8th, 2026.

Born January 26th, 1931, in Clifton Park, she was the daughter of the late Parker and Florence (Butler) Hatlee.

Lois attended Roessleville High School in Colonie and then worked for 50 years in the insurance claims business. In her spare time, she loved reading, tending to her flowers and plants, watching...

Joy B. Wernicke

Joy B. Wernicke

Jun 8, 2026

Stephentown, NY

Joy B. Wernicke, 66 passed away Saturday June 6, 2026 at Berkshire Medical center after a courageous battle of pancreatic cancer she succumbed to complications.

She was born in Great Falls, Montana to the late Donald and Berdetta Wernicke.

Joy grew up in Great Falls before to moving to Las Vegas and eventually settling in Stephentown in 1999.

She loved all animals,...

Timothy B. Henry

Timothy B. Henry

Jun 7, 2026

COLONIE- Timothy B. Henry, age 58, passed away on June 7, 2026. He was born in Albany, the son of the late Edward and Irene Henry.

Timothy was a graduate of Colonie Central High School and retired from the NYS Museum as a Maintenance worker.

He enjoyed listening to heavy metal and rock n roll music and going to shows. He was...

Martin Marin

Martin Marin

Jun 7, 2026

Martin Marin, 74, of Cohoes, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 7, 2026.

He was born in New York City on December 23, 1951

He is survived by his sister, Elsa Marin.

Services are private. There are no visiting hours.

Arrangements are under the direction of New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 181 Troy Schenectady Road, Watervliet.

Rosemarie Madigan-Fukino

Rosemarie Madigan-Fukino

Jun 7, 2026

Rosemarie Madigan-Fukino, 61, passed away peacefully at home on June 7, 2026.

Born in Albany, New York, Rosemarie was the cherished daughter of Helga Madigan and the late Jack Madigan. She lived her life with a joyful spirit, a warm heart, and an infectious sense of adventure that brought happiness to everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Rosemarie shared a loving and...

Nancy W. Lynch

Nancy W. Lynch

Jun 5, 2026

Nancy W. Lynch, 88, wife of the late Edward J. Lynch, passed away Friday June 5, 2026 after a short illness.

Born August 30, 1937, in Albany, New York, she was the daughter of William Edward Burns and Ann Mary Ryan.

Nancy attended The Vincentian Institute and worked for the State of New York, the Mohonasen Central School District, and later was...

Gary H. Graffunder

Gary H. Graffunder

Jun 4, 2026

Gary H. Graffunder came into the world at St. Peters Hospital in the month of July in 1972 and passed away at the age of 53. While his departure leaves an immeasurable void, he has surely left behind many stories, laughs, and questionable adventures to continue to be enjoyed by those who were close to him.

Gary collected nicknames throughout his...

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