Michael O. Lemay
Jan 11, 2023
Michael O. LeMay, 76, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023. Born in Cohoes, he was the son of the late Albert and Geraldine LeMay.Michael is survived by his loving wife, Lorraine M. LeMay. He will also be missed by his siblings, Charles LeMay (Janice), Josephine Sanford and Maggie Bourdeau (Bernard). Respecting Michael's wishes there will be no services at...
Thomas F. Hall, Iii
Jan 11, 2023
Thomas F. Hall III, 96, died on January 11, 2023, at the home he shared with his wife, Nora Lohmann, in Schenectady. Born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts on February 27,1926, he was a man of many talents and interests: a man who could tell an extended joke (even employing the appropriate accent) without missing a beat, who jammed with jazz legends...
Heather Marie Diederich
Jan 11, 2023
Heather Diederich, a home ship supervisor, and lifelong resident of Schenectady, New York passed away peacefully at home on January 11th, 2023 surrounded by her family and loved ones.Heather was born on March 27th, 1980, to Linda and the late Phillip Diederich. Heather was a devoted mother, sister, daughter and friend to many. She enjoyed traveling to Myrtle Beach as...
Marjorie R. Martratt
Jan 11, 2023
Marjorie Ruth (Perry) Martratt, age 95, wife of Omer L Martratt Jr., passed away peacefully on January 11, 2023 at her home in Delanson, NY Born on September 27, 1927 in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of the late Thaddeus B. Perry Sr. and Ruth E. (Stott) Perry.Marjorie was graduated from Rensselaer High School from the class of 1945.Her...
Gordon E. Howe
Jan 11, 2023
Gordon Emory Howe was born on November 19, 1942 and died on January 11, 2023. Gordon was born in Boston, Massachusetts to Grace (Duly) and Archie A. Howe of Westwood, Massachusetts.Gordon grew up in Westwood, MA. for part of each year, and Eau Gallie, FL. the rest of the year, as his father had businesses in both locations. He went...
Karen E. Lombardo
Jan 11, 2023
Karen "Karine" E. Lombardo, 84, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2023 at St. Peter's Hospice after a short illness. Karine was born in Shushan, NY to the late Ingvald Kvinlaug and Mary Skants Kvinlaug. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her siblings, Clara Viele, Sigrid Struck and Ole Kvinlaug.Karine spent most of her life in the...
Guy M. Marhafer
Jan 9, 2023
KNOX- Guy M. Marhafer, age 69It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Guy Marhafer, on January 9,2023. Guy dedicated his life to the open road as a truck driver, hauling cargo and fuel along the East Coast while also indulging in his passion for Harley Davidson motorcycles. He was a skilled and experienced driver, known for...
Daise M. Dobbs
Jan 8, 2023
Albany- Daise May Dobbs affectionately known as (Dayday) to family and friends, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Albany Medical Center Hospital Albany, NY. Daise was born and raised in Albany, NY until her untimely passing. She was known for her generosity, her loving kindness, devotion and dedication to her family and friends.Daise was a beautician for over...
Virginia Willigan
Jan 7, 2023
Virginia "Ginny" Willigan, 82, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at the Teresian House. Ginny was the daughter of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Grady) Marshall. Ginny was the devoted wife to the late Richard J. Willigan to whom she was married for 56 years. Ginny was a member and communicant of Our Lady of the Assumption in...
Richard V. Dunbeck, Jr.
Jan 7, 2023
COLONIE- Richard V. Dunbeck, Jr., age 59, passed away surrounded by family on January 7, 2023 at St. Peter's Hospital.He was born in Albany, the son of the late Richard Sr. and Joanne Dunbeck. He was also predeceased by his daughter, Taryn Dunbeck and his brother, Thomas Dunbeck. Richard worked for Chris-Craft Industries and Aetna Dental, before retiring in 2006....
Michael G. Craft, Sr.
Jan 6, 2023
Colonie - Mike Craft Sr. (aka "Big Mike") , 74 of Colonie, NY passed away peacefully on Friday January 6, 2023, only a couple weeks before his 75th birthday. He is survived by his son Michael, and two granddaughters who he loved very much. Mike was born in the NY Capital Region to William and Elizabeth. As a kid he...
Edward B. Proper, Sr.
Jan 6, 2023
Albany- Edward B. Proper Sr. "Pop's", 87, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023. He was born on October 14, 1935 to the late Lillian Rouse.Edward enjoyed many things but most of all spending time with family and friends.Edward is survived by his children, Anthony F. (Jessie) Proper, Edward B. (Ann) Proper, Jr., Theresa (Mike Blodgett) Proper; his grandchildren, Eddie,...
Annetta Young
Jan 6, 2023
Celebration of Life will be at the Sweet Pilgrim Baptist Church, 24 Ten Broeck St, Albany, NY 12210 starting at 11:00am on Saturday, January 21, 2022. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 2150 Central Ave, Schenectady, NY 12304 There are no services taking place at the funeral home.
Alice M. Kirtley
Jan 6, 2023
ALBANY – Alice M. Kirtley, 98, passed away at her home on Friday January 6, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Cohoes on November 14, 1924, the daughter of the late Ernest G. and Anna V. (Murphy) Benway. Alice attended Blessed Sacrament Elementary School and graduated from Vincentian High School.She worked for many years in the...
Mary Ann Hazen
Jan 6, 2023
COLONIE – Mary Ann Hazen, 90, passed away Friday January 6, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.She was born in Brooklyn on May 25, 1932 a daughter to the late Chester and Sophie (Rybicki) Joswick. She worked for many years for her family's business, Ray Sign Inc. in Schenectady.Mary Ann was predeceased by her husband, Russell and siblings, Chester "Sonny"...
Patricia Izzillo
Jan 6, 2023
Patricia Izzillo, 71, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023 with her loving family by her side. Pat was the daughter of the late Abraham and Ruth Gawron. Pat was the devoted wife of over 52 years to Ernest Izzillo. Pat loved spending time with her husband on their boat especially the days spent at RCYC where they made many...
Nancy A. Heenan
Jan 5, 2023
Rensselear-Heenan, Nancy A., 93, of Wynantskill, NY passed away peacefully at home on January 5, 2023.Nancy was born to the Late Harry and Mabel Rysedorph in Troy, NY. She is predeceased by her husband, Frances J. Heenan and her daughter, Nancy J. Miorin (Mike) and also by her good friend, James Moore.Nancy grew up in Troy and was a graduate...
Mary M. Onderdonk
Jan 5, 2023
Mary M. Onderdonk, 77, wife of Truman L. Onderdonk of Albany, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2023. Born in Albany, NY, she was the first daughter of Harry C. and Mary M. Lockwood. Mrs. Onderdonk proudly graduated from Columbia High School in 1964. It was a time that she greatly cherished, and from which she began many life-long friendships....
Linda Lia
Jan 4, 2023
On January 4th, 2023 Lillian "Linda" Lia left this world peacefully at home to join her loved ones in Heaven. Linda was born in Brooklyn on March 1st, 1946 to her late parents Florence and Salvatore Pitruzzella. She was incredibly proud of her parents for the simple but beautiful life they gave her and her older brother Vince (Anne) while...
Patrick Leigh Rittner
Jan 3, 2023
Patrick Leigh Rittner 56, Watervliet, NY, longtime companion of Lori Latrimore, died suddenly, Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Samaritan Hospital. Born April 20, 1966 in Troy, NY, to the late Blanche Seymour (Higgins) and Robert Rittner. A very private man, Pat was a loyal employee to the Golub Corporation for over 35 years.Pat loved spending time at the Saratoga racetrack,...