Troy- Richard E. Masterson, 65, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 4, 2023, with his loving family by his side. He was the son of Emma R. Masterson and the late Doyle R. Masterson.After High School, Richard enlisted in the United States Marines where he served proudly. Richard enjoyed helping his family, friends, and neighbors whenever he could.Richard was an...
Allison "Allie" Rasmussen, 45, passed away Monday, December 4, 2023. Allie was the daughter of the late Allan and Pamela Rasmussen. She is survived by her companion, Tracy Langdon, her brother, Chris (Kelly) Rasmussen, her sister, Jacklynn Dickert, her niece, Scarlett Dickert and a host of close family and friends.Calling hours will be held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals,...
TROY - Charles W. Marshall III, 88, passed away after a brief illness Monday, December 4, 2023, at the Albany Medical Center. He was born on January 17, 1935, the son of the late Charles and Katherine Marshall. Charles graduated as Valedictorian from Heatly High School and with an Associates Degree from Hudson Valley Community College. He was employed for...
"The Cowboy"Albany- David J. Aloisi, son of the late Harry Aloisi and Mary Catherine O'Dea Aloisi, grew up in the city of Albany, New York and attended Vincentian Institute and Cardinal McCloskey schools. He joined the army in 1961, becoming a Combat Demolition Specialist and Atomic Demolition Specialist, and then served in post-war South Korea. In addition, he later served...
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Robert P. Ferrell on Sunday, December 3, 2023 after a courageous battle with metastatic prostate cancer.A lifelong resident of Colonie, Robert graduated from Colonie Central High School in 1976, going on later in life to earn his Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from Empire State College. He further went on...
COLONIE - Maxine Lorraine Cress, 94, peacefully passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at The Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital. Lorraine, as she preferred to be called, was born on March 27, 1929 to the late Edson Smith and Bessie Eldora in Waterbury, Conn. She received her early education in Conn, Maine and New York. Lorraine loved to...
Albany- Mary Anne Killings, 73, of Menands, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Mary Anne leaves behind a devoted daughter, Stephanie Killings-Davis (Ty) and a host of loving family and friends. The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Mookherjee, Dr. Mehta and Dr. Lindstrom for the love and care given to Mary Anne. Services...
Michael A. Michela, 69, husband and best friend to Judy Bradt, passed way on December 2, 2023.Born on February 19, 1954, he was the son of the late Valentino and Joan Michela. He is survived by his stepmother Louise Michela; his son Christian Hesch; siblings, Deborah (Greg) Seep, Valerie (John) Baker, Peter Michela, Robyn Wilson, Sheila Burke, Bruce (Carla) Burke,...
Guilderland- Susan B. Calabro, 79, passed away on Saturday December 2, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family. Susan was born on October 12, 1944, to the late Randall and Hilda Becker and was raised in West Berne, N.Y. She graduated from Schoharie Central High School as the valedictorian of the class of 1962. She attended Wellesley College on...
Saratoga Springs- Marilyn A. Parry, 79, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023 surrounded by her daughter, son in law and sister in law. Born in Albany, she was daughter of the late Dorothy MacLaren. Marilyn is predeceased by her loving husband, Peter Charles Parry and their son Jeffrey Charles Parry and Jeffrey's daughter, her granddaughter, Lauren Leigh Parry. Marilyn...
Watervliet - Ervin, Rosanne F., 74, passed away unexpected on Dec. 1, 2023, born to the late Paul and Olive Ervin, Watervliet. Rosanne was a student of Mt Carmel, Watervliet. Her parents then moved to Florida in 1961 where she graduated from Northeast High School, Ft Lauderdale, Florida, 1967. She began her career as a secretary and eventually a legal...
Sarah L. "Sally" Bradley, 85, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023 after a long battle with Alzheimer's, surrounded by her loving family. Born July 6, 1938, in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of the late Martin and Winifred (Comer) Toolan. She graduated from Vincentian Institute, and in 1961 she married her husband John and started their family. Throughout...
Peggy Ann Morrison Gabriel, 88, of Colonie, NY passed away on December 1, 2023 following an extended illness at home surrounded by her loving family. Peggy was the wife of the late Loreto Louis "Lou" Gabriel.Peggy was born in Alexander County, NC to the late Carl Morrison and Zora Pierce Morrison Sherrill. Peggy was a graduate of Scott's High School,...
Wynantskill- John J. Dillon, 85, passed peacefully on Friday December 1, 2023 with his loving family by his side. He was born March 8, 1938 in TroyNY the son of William M. and Grace Helen Post Dillon. He was a graduate of LaSalle Institute of Troy, and upon graduation enlisted in the United States Air Force where he served proudly....
Barbara D. Mariani-Jones, 95, wife of Charles W. Jones of Albany NY, passed away peacefully Friday, December 1, 2023 Born November 24, 1928, in Plattsburgh, NY, she was the daughter of the late William LaGrave and Eva Bouyea. Barbara was deeply loved by all. She dedicated her life to her family, children, and grandchildren. She took an active role in...
Eli Manuel Grajales, 29, passed away on November 30, 2023.Born July 17, 1994, he was the son of George and Nellie NievesIn addition to his parents, he is survived by his brothers, George Grajales and Lucas Grajales; sisters, Bianca Nunez, Jasmine Nieves and Nancy Laquanda Nieves; his four beautiful children, Eli Grajales Jr., Jaiden Grajales, Jahivi Grajales and Aiden Estep.He...
Cohoes - Peggy Ann (Dwyer) Kelly, 87,Eddy Village Green, Cohoes, NY formerly a long time Menands resident – Peggy Ann (Dwyer) Kelly, 87, went to Heaven on November 30, 2023 after a battle with dementia.Peggy was born on March 22, 1936, to the late John and Mary (Fitzgerald) Dwyer. She was the Menands School Secretary until her retirement in 2001....
Albany- On November 29, 2023, Gaspon Lee Hooks, known by many as Gaston or "Gas", passed away at age 64. He was born on July 5, 1959 at Memorial Hospital, in Albany, NY. Gas worked for many years at SUNY Albany as a Kosher Chef and served many more years at the Ramada where he later retired. He enjoyed being...
Clifton Park -Emmanuel Milton, 26, son of Audrey Byrd, passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Albany Medical Center. Born December 11, 1996, in Saratoga Springs, New York. He received his education and graduated from Albany High School. He is survived by his mother, Audrey Byrd. He is also survived by his brother Daryl King, sister-in-law Shauna King, his sister...
David W. Duncan, 67, of Albany, passed away suddenly on November 28, 2023 at home. He was born on September 27, 1956 in Albany to the late David and Mary (Simmons) Duncan. David was a life long resident of the capital region. He loved watching his New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys and horse racing at Saratoga. He enjoyed getting...