Sherry M. Ballard
2025
Clifton Park- Sherry M. Ballard, 63, passed away July 15, 2025. Sherry was born in Albany, NY on June 17,1962 to the late Charles J. and Sue M. Klose.
Sherry was a bright light with a kind and generous soul. She loved nothing more than her family. Game nights with her cousins, a Sunday dinner, anything that brought people together. You...
William "Bill" Lediger
Jul 15, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of William “Bill” Lediger Jr. on July 15, 2025, at the age of 77.
Born in Brooklyn, NY, on July 2, 1948, to Lydia and William Lediger Sr., Bill grew up with a deep sense of loyalty, warmth, and a generous spirit that defined his life. He attended St. Catherine’s Catholic School in...
David W. Goergen
Jul 15, 2025
David W. Goergen, 84, of Schenectady, passed away on July 15, 2025 at Albany Medical Center.
He was born in Albany on January 10, 1941 to the late David and Dorothy Goergen.
David was a lifelong resident of the Capital Region. After his honorable discharge from the US Army, he went to work at General Electric of Selkirk, where he stayed for...
William "Big Will" Figueroa
Jul 14, 2025
William Figueroa, 51, of Amsterdam passed away on Monday July 14th, 2025, at Albany Medical Center after months of battling multiple medical conditions. He was survived by his wife, Maria Lopez. William was born in The Bronx, New York on December 15th, 1973, the son of the late Monserrate Morales Figueroa and the late Julio Uriol Figueroa. He was the...
Deacon John O. Alston
2025
Albany- JOHN OTIS ALSTON, 73, passed away July 14, 2025. He was born December 18, 1951, in Charleston, South Carolina to the late Ms. Priscilla Nicks and Mr. William Scott.
John moved to New York in the early 70’s and completed his education in the Brooklyn school system. After realizing that for a long time he needed to overcome many issues...
Michael N. Fields
Jul 14, 2025
Michael N. Fields, 91, went home with the Lord on Monday, July 14, 2025.
Michael proudly served in the United States Army. He worked as an ultrasonic technician for Allegheny Ludlum Specialty Steel for 44 years. Michael was an avid deer and turkey hunter, he was a member of Bailey Mountain Fish and Game club, and he was a NYS certified...
JoAnne LaBarge
Jul 14, 2025
SCHENECTADY- JoAnne LaBarge, age 82, passed away peacefully at home on July 14, 2025.
She is survived by her husband, Paul Mitchell; daughters: DeAnna (Arthur) Moon and Andrea (David) Donofrio; grandchildren: Christine Williams, Kyle (Felishia) Williams, Jessica Tope, Allison George and Emily George; and great grandson, Brian Williams.
She was predeceased by her daughter, Renee Cozzi.
All services will be private at the...
Derrick W. Brown
Jul 13, 2025
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day and not to me only, but unto all all them also that love his appearing"
Minister Derrick "Dee" Brown was born May...
Jerome Thomas
Jul 13, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jerome J. Thomas, on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 92 years. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. Born December 11, 1932, in Yonkers, New York, Jerome was the son of the late Joseph L. and Julia Fitzpatrick Thomas.
Jerome was a graduate of Carmel,...
Carol Mary Hebert
Jul 13, 2025
Carol Mary Hebert, 73 of Watervliet, New York passed away peacefully on Sunday July 13, 2025 after a one year battle with cancer, surrounded by her family at The Eddy Heritage House in Troy, New York.
Born on February 1st, 1952 in Troy, New York, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Margaret Hebert of Watervliet, NY.
Carol attended Watervliet...
Lena Liguori
Jul 13, 2025
Guilderland- Lena “Gigi” Liguori, 91, passed away on July 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Lena was born in Brooklyn, New York to the late Joseph and Jean DiGangi. She later moved to Long Island before settling in Albany in 1972. She retired from the New York State Department of Labor in 1995.
Lena had a wonderful childhood with her...
Charles G. Furmanek
Jul 12, 2025
Charles G. Furmanek, 83, passed away on July 12, 2025 at the Albany V.A. Medical Center.
Born on August 11, 1941, in Catskill, NY, he was the son to the late Charles and Helen Furmanek.
Charles enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1960, and served Active Duty from 1964 to 1967. He retired from the Watervliet Arsenal and the Army National Guard...
Andrea J. Berg
Jul 11, 2025
Andrea J. Berg, 33, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025.
She was a loving daughter, sister, and aunt to many. She had many different hobbies including playing games with nieces and nephews, spending time with and caring for her pets, and watching ghost hunters. She had many different interests, leading her to become an avid collector and couponer.
Andrea was predeceased...
Alicia Ann Conyers
Jul 11, 2025
Alicia A. Conyers, 60, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 11, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones.
Born on November 18, 1964, in Troy, NY, she was the daughter to the late Edward and Alyce Van Vranken.
Alicia was a lifelong resident of Troy, and was a graduate from Troy High School. Alicia loved the...
Charlie J. Fallen
2025
On Friday, July 11, 2025, the Angel of Mercy gently Embraced Our Father, Brother, Nephew, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Charlie Fallen, and called him home to be with our Lord and savior.
Charlie J. Fallen was born on April 4, 1949, in Halifax, Virginia, to the late Willie E. Fallen and Jeanette Fallen. Charlie was one of three children. Charlie was raised...
Elizabeth Ann Coughlin
Jul 10, 2025
Betty Ann Coughlin, 89, passed away July 10th peacefully in her home that she cherished. She was born September 18, 1935 in Troy New York to the late John and Helen Burns.
Betty Ann married the love of her life, Thomas Coughlin. They had one son, Barry, whom they adored. Betty and Tom enjoyed boating together and traveling to Naples Florida....
Joan Kay Byam
2025
Joan Kay Byam, 85, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025, into the loving arms of Christ. She was born in Albany on October 4, 1939, daughter of the late Howard S. Byam and Beulah J. Briggs Byam. Her two sisters, Carol L. Rice and Diane R. McConnelee (Paul) survive her.
Joan was a North Colonie elementary school teacher for 33...
Linda C. Womer
Jul 9, 2025
Linda Carolyn Womer, 80, of Colonie, NY, passed away on July 9, 2025, at St Peter’s Hospital, in Albany NY.
Linda was born on March 4, 1945, in Colonie NY, to Percy and Katherine “Kitty” Baird.
She was a devoted wife to Bill Womer for 60 years, and a loving mother to Scott Womer and Tracey (Womer) Willey. She was a proud...
Jimmie L. Major
Jul 8, 2025
Troy- Jimmie L. Major, 79, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Ceaser and Martha Major. Jimmie was the devoted husband to the late Rosanne Miles Major. They were married 18 years.
After graduating from high school, Jimmy enlisted in the United States Army where he...
Richard M. Peart
Jul 8, 2025
Richard M. Peart, 69, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. Born on November 27, 1955, he was the son of the late Alfred G. Peart and Anna E. McGrail Peart.
He was a man whose spirit was as bold and unforgettable as the rock and roll music he loved so deeply. Richard was many things to many people—a brother, an...
