Carolyn F. Gifford
Nov 11, 2021
COLONIE- Carolyn F. Gifford, age 72, went home to the Arm's of Jesus on November 11, 2021 at her residence. She was born in Troy, the daughter of the late Paul and Lillian Holman.She was predeceased by her siblings: James, Mark, and Ronald Holman and Anne Lamonte.Carolyn was a self employed housekeeper for many families. She enjoyed boating and waterskiing....
Hermann Lafayette Dickman Boone
Nov 11, 2021
Schenectady- Hermann Lafayette Dickmann Boone, 88, of Schenectady, N.Y. died on November 11, 2021. Dick was born on November 4, 1933 in San Diego, Calif. to Daniel E. Sr. and L. Louise Boone. After three years in the Army, he completed his B.A. in English at UCLA in 1959. Dick worked as a procurement specialist for many years at GE...
Victoria E. Mirabile Ragone
Nov 11, 2021
COLONIE- Victoria Elizabeth Mirabile Ragone, a lifelong Colonie resident passed into eternal life at home with her family by her side on November 11, 2021 after living 101 plus wonderful years. Vicky married Thomas P. Ragone, Sr. on September 5, 1943 and they enjoyed 70 years of a cherished marriage. Now they will re-unite again in Heaven.Vicky became a hairdresser...
Barbara Ann Pregont
Nov 11, 2021
Barbara Ann Pregont, 67, passed away with her daughter at her side on Thursday, November 11, 2021. Barbara was a lifelong resident of the Capital Region and dedicated her life to teaching dance. She has taught and inspired thousands of children over the last 50 years and her impact within the dance community is indisputable. Barbara was also a loving,...
Duane F. Etienne
Nov 10, 2021
Duane F. Etienne, 66 of Schenectady, NY passed away on November, 10, 2021 after a long illness.Born on September 22, 1955 in Schenectady, New York, he was the son of Ulysse and Mary A. Etienne. Duane received his early education in the public schools of Schenectady, New York and graduated from Linton High School in 1973. He was an altar...
Ruth O. Price
Nov 9, 2021
EAST GREENBUSH~ Ruth O. Price, 88, passed away on November 9, 2021. Ruth was born on December 23, 1932, in Melrose, the daughter of the late William and Ruth E. (Viall) Diefendorf. Ruth received her undergraduate degree from Russell Sage College and then her M.A. from the University at Albany in 1972. She worked at Van Rensselaer Manor as social...
Richard Anthony Silverio
Nov 9, 2021
Richard Anthony Silverio, 90, of Albany, New York, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 9, 2021, with his daughters by his side. Born on Veterans Day, November 11, 1930 in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Giovanni and Rose (Mancus) Silverio. He is predeceased by his wife Maryann (Quaglia) Silverio and brothers Vince (Elenor) Silverio and John (Marie)...
Michael S. Hayden
Nov 9, 2021
Princetown - Michael S. Hayden, 36, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 9, 2021. Michael was born at Baylor University Medical Center, in Dallas, Texas. Michael was the beloved son of Linda Hayden, Michael Hayden and Stepmother Beth Hayden.Michael is also survived by his beloved maternal grandparents Merton and Katherine VanWie; paternal grandparents, Patricia Hayden (Larry Janetsky) and predeceased by...
James C. Jones Jr.
Nov 9, 2021
Deacon James C. Jones, Jr., 78, returned peacefully to his heavenly home on November 8, 2021. His devotion to his family, church, and community and belief in God sustained him. He was a spiritual shepherd and Community Leader. He was a Christian gentleman with a winning smile and a humble soul. Deacon Jones, the son of Effie Arthur and James...
Lois M. Nopper Slusarz
Nov 9, 2021
VOORHEESVILLE - Lois M. (Sherman) Nopper Slusarz, age 86, formerly of Lakeland, Florida and more recently Voorheesville, NY, passed away on November 9, 2021, at Shaker Place Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Colonie, N.Y. from complications of Alzheimer's. Lois was born Christmas Day 1934 to the late Clara Belle Harris and Leslie Charles Sherman in Albany, N.Y. She recovered from...
Richard G. Lachance Sr.
Nov 9, 2021
Albany- Richard G. LaChance Sr., 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, November 9, 2021. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Edward and Anna LaChance. Richard is predeceased by his wife, Marion LaChance.Richard was employed as a steel worker with Albany Steel for many years before his retirement. He enjoyed taking his long walks...
John M. Mcgrath, Jr.
Nov 8, 2021
Schenectady -On Monday, November 8, 2021, a prodigal son went home to stand judgment by his Lord and Savior.Born on October 18, 1937, John M. McGrath, Jr. was the son of the late John M. McGrath, Sr. and Ethel A. (Link) McGrath.John was born in Schenectady, NY and attended Nott Terrace High School. He joined the United States Army in...
Ethel L. Kenfield
Nov 8, 2021
SCHENECTADY – On Monday afternoon, November 8, 2021, Ethel L. Kenfield was welcomed into the presence of her Lord.She was born in Mechanicville on September 13, 1928 a daughter of the late Ross and Ida (Searles) Clough.Ethel was a loving and caring wife and mother to her nine children. She was employed at Coyne Industrial Laundry, Inc. for over twenty...
Andrew J. Kosier
Nov 8, 2021
ALBANY – Andrew J. Kosier, 75, passed away in the early morning hours of Monday, November 8, 2021 at St. Peter's Hospital.He was born in Albany on July 4, 1946 a son of the late Alexander and Stella (Sokol) Kosier. He graduated from Cardinal McKlosky High School in Albany and attended Hudson Valley College, earning a Bachelors Degree in Electrical...
Edwin Wood
Nov 7, 2021
Edwin Wood, 93 of New Salem went to be with the Lord the afternoon of November 7, 2021.He and his wife Lois were married in the New Salem Reformed Church in a double ceremony with her sister Lillian and husband John Duffus (deceased). They celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary this past June.A loving father of son's Jonathan Linden (Kathy), Edwin...
Ernest P. Dietzel
Nov 7, 2021
Colonie- Ernest P. Dietzel, 58, passed away in his sleep at home on Sunday, November 7, 2021, after complications with heart disease. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Paul and Gwendolyn Dietzel. Ernest worked for thirty years at the NYS Tax and Finance Department in Albany before his retirement. He was a past Chief of the...
Michael L. Myers
Nov 7, 2021
Schenectady- Michael L. Myers, 65, passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021. Born in Albany he was the son of Bernard and Martha Myers. Mike is survived by his wife of 42 years, Debra Myers.Michael was devoted to his family and his friends. He would go out of his way to help anyone and everyone that he could. Mike would...
Betty E. Natoli
Nov 6, 2021
Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Natoli, 102, of Albany, formerly of Norwich, died on November 6, 2021.Born June 4, 1919 in Otsego County, West Exeter, New York, she was the daughter of Florence Harold and Louise Atwell McLaughlin. Her brothers, George and David McLaughlin of Cazenovia, predeceased her. She married Agatino J. Natoli of Norwich in June 1946. Mr. Natoli predeceased her...
Carole A. Hess
Nov 5, 2021
Hess, Carole A.SUMMERVILLE, S.C. — Carole A. Hess, 75 of Summerville, S.C. passed away on November 5, 2021, at home with her loving family at her side. Carole was born in Peekskill, N.Y. on November 5, 1946, to John W. and Ruth R. (Costello) Schmalz. After graduating from high school, she attended secretarial school in New York City. On November...
