Obituaries

Robert Frank Cichon

Robert Frank Cichon

May 5, 2022

Albany- Robert F. Cichon, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, and fine gentleman, was born on Christmas Day, 1931 to Genevieve (Chmielowicz) and Frank Cichon; the first of 13 children. He passed away May 5, 2022. He is predeceased by his beloved wife of 61 years Gloria (Heitzman) Cichon, his son David, brothers: Leonard (Phyllis), Thomas (Diane), Edward (Helen), and Donald...

Donald L. Butler, Jr.

Donald L. Butler, Jr.

May 4, 2022

Donald "Don" Lee Butler Jr., 58, husband to the late Colleen Callanan, entered eternal rest after a brief illness with his family by his side on May 4, 2022, at Albany Medical Center. Born on May 2, 1964, in Albany NY, he was the son of late Donald L. Butler Sr. and Phyllis Insero. Don was a longtime resident of...

Catherine V. Kellerman

Catherine V. Kellerman

May 4, 2022

Colonie - Catherine (Kay) V. Kellerman, 89, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at her daughters' home after a brief illness. She was born in Albany, NY and was the daughter of the late William Sr. and Katherine (Milrick) Rosenberger.Kay was the devoted wife to her husband, Norman L. Kellerman, Sr. until his passing in 2009. She dedicated...

Artin Sukljian

Artin Sukljian

May 4, 2022

Latham- Artin Sukljian, 98, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Musa and Siranoush Sukljian. Artin was the devoted husband to Mary Saklajian. They were married 70 years. Artin was a proud member of Armenian Orthodox Church.Artin enjoyed spending time with his entire family and...

Donna M. Mullen

Donna M. Mullen

May 4, 2022

TroyDonna M. Mullen, 75, formerly of Poestenkill, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center, Guilderland, on Wednesday, May 4, 2022. Born in Troy, NY, she was the daughter of the late Marie and Donald L. Dunham. She was the devoted wife (for almost 53 years) of John W. Mullen.Donna was a proud member...

Norma J Ceresia

Norma J Ceresia

May 4, 2022

NiskayunaNorma passed peacefully May 4th, 2022 at age 68.She is survived by her husband Charles, sons, Michael (Yumiko) , Jacob (Huroko) and Adam (Caitlin);grandchildren, Akira, Ema, Stephen, Anna and Liberty.

Ellen M. Casey

Ellen M. Casey

May 3, 2022

BEAVERTON, OREGON---- Tuesday, May 3, 2022, Ellen Marcia (Frink) Casey, loving wife, mother, and grandmother passed away in Beaverton, Oregon, surrounded by her family.Born in Sandy Hill, NY on March 15th, 1947, Ellen was the second daughter of the late Edgar and Natalie (Guyot) Frink. Ellen grew up in Albany, NY and graduated from Vincentian Institute. She went to work...

Shirley C. Dorsey

Shirley C. Dorsey

May 2, 2022

ALBANY- Shirley C. Dorsey, 78, passed away on May 2, 2022. She was born on July 19, 1943 daughter of the late James and Secelia Minard in Newburgh, NY. Shirley was a devoted mother who loved spending time with her family. She also enjoyed watching westerns, dancing and playing bingo. She will be dearly missed.She is survived by her son...

Steven Brophy

Steven Brophy

May 2, 2022

Steven 'Steve' Brophy, 62, spread his wings to find his eternal peace in heaven May 2, 2022.Born September 5, 1959 in Niskayuna, New York. The son of the late Elijah T. Brophy Jr. and Rosemary Brophy.Steven graduated from Niskayuna High School, pursuing a career in welding. He continuously worked to improve his skills & classification titles, reaching the title of...

Louise Taranto

Louise Taranto

May 2, 2022

GUILDERLAND- Louise A. Taranto, 89, peacefully passed away on Monday May 2, 2022 at the Teresian House. She was one of six children born in Norwich, NY to the late Michael and Julia Martin. Louise always said that the most wonderful and fulfilling part of her life was being a Mother. She was a talented artist and a life long...

Mary E. Mccaffrey

Mary E. Mccaffrey

May 1, 2022

Colonie- Mary E. McCaffrey, 78, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2022 after a long illness.Mary was born on June 5, 1943 daughter of the late John and Gertrude McCaffrey in Schenectady. She will be remembered as a wonderful sense of humor. Mary was outgoing and loved living life. With little family, Mary was fortunate to have a LARGE circle...

Gerald R. Shaw, Sr.

Gerald R. Shaw, Sr.

May 1, 2022

Latham - Gerald R. "Jerry" Shaw Sr., 76, passed away Sunday, May 1, 2022 with his loving family by his side. Jerry was born in Amsterdam, NY and raised in Hagaman, NY, the son of the late Richard and Hilda Shaw. Jerry worked many years as a truck driver for APA Transport Company in Glenmont, NY before retiring. When he...

John H. Albert

John H. Albert

Apr 30, 2022

Schenectady -John H. Albert, Jr. passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 30, 2022, with his loving family at his side. Born November 7, 1942, in Albany, NY, he was the son of the late John H. Albert, Sr., and Margaret (Fischer) Albert. John was a graduate of Schuyler High School and worked for Schenectady Offset Printing, Walter Motor Truck, General...

Thomas C Charton

Thomas C Charton

Apr 30, 2022

Colonie- Thomas Charles Charton (Tom) age 87, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2022 at the St. Peter's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.Born December 22, 1934 in Kearny, New Jersey, Tom grew up with his five loving siblings (Charlotte, John, Penney, Diane and Laura Jane). After graduating from Hastings High School, he attended Springfield College, where he excelled on the football...

Walter W. Koste

Walter W. Koste

Apr 30, 2022

Walter Koste, 93, husband of Lisa Koste, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, April 30, 2022 in Niskayuna, NY. Born May 11, 1928 in Narzym, Poland, he was the son of the late Wilhelm and Emma Koste. Walter was raised in a German household and enjoyed life on a farm until at the age of 16 when he...

Mary H. Dufresne

Mary H. Dufresne

Apr 30, 2022

AVERILL PARK- Mary H. Dufresne, age 82, passed away at Samaritan Hospital on April 30, 2022. She was born in San Antonio, TX, the daughter of the late Victor and Katherine Gantz. Mary enjoyed doing puzzles, crossword puzzles, coloring and spending time with her family. She is survived by her husband, James; her children: Angela, Charles, Cynthia, Victor and Jeffrey;...

Frances Joseph

Frances Joseph

Apr 29, 2022

Frances Joseph, of Albany, 77, departed this life on Friday, April 29, 2022 at her home. She was born on August 11, 1944 in Mount Vernon, New York. She was the daughter of late Plymouth and Mary Williams. She was the fourth born out of five children. In 1967, she married Martin "Paisano" Joseph. In 1988, she and her family...

Martha E. Richardson

Martha E. Richardson

Apr 29, 2022

Martha Elizabeth Richardson, 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 29, 2022 at Shaker Place Nursing and Rehabilitation with her loving family by her side. She was a resident of the Capital District for all of her life. She worked at Shaker High School for over 40 years as a clerical worker. Marti was the daughter of the late Jacob...

Robert E. Miller

Robert E. Miller

Apr 29, 2022

Robert E. Miller, 76, passed away peacefully at the Syracuse Veterans Hospital with his loving family by his side on April 29, 2022. Bob was the son of the late Robert and Clare (Hiermeier) Miller.He was the devoted husband to Linda (Hastings) Miller. Bob proudly served in the United States Army as a Paratrooper with the 101st Airborne Division.Bob was...

Loraine J. Greenough

Loraine J. Greenough

Apr 28, 2022

East Greenbush- With heavy hearts, the family of Loraine J. Greenough, announces the passing of their beautiful wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She passed Thursday, April 28, 2022, of natural causes. Home on earth will never be the same, but we know we shall see her again in our eternal home. Born March 1, 1933, in Saratoga Springs NY,...

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