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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Christopher James Schreiner
Jun 3, 2026
Christopher J Schreiner, 59, of Colonie went home to be with the Lord after a short illness and a long battle on June 3rd, 2026. Chris was full of life and always aimed to make people laugh whether with jokes or funny faces. His humor was uniquely his own—sometimes a little twisted, but always delivered with love and a mischievous...
Bennie Canty Jr.
2026
Troy- Bennie Canty, Jr., affectionately known as "Junior" to many and "Unc" to generations of family and friends, passed away on June 3, 2026, at the age of 81.Born on September 6, 1944, in Greeleyville, South Carolina, Bennie was the son of the late Bennie Canty, Sr. and Annie Mae Green-Canty. He was raised with the values that would guide...
Robert J. Miller
2026
Schenectady – Robert J. Miller,75, passed away on June 3, 2026. Born on June 16, 1950, in Albany, New York, he was the son of the late Alfred and Marie Miller.
Robert enjoyed watching Yankees and Giants games with his beloved granddaughter, Amelia “Hunny Bunny” Pelton. He also loved working on projects with his brothers, Scott and Greg. Robert and Greg...
