Obituaries

Judith Gail Jenks

Judith Gail Jenks

Jan 13, 2025

Judith “Gail” Jenks, 84, of Niskayuna, New York, peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord on Monday, January 13th, 2025. Born in 1940, Gail was a dedicated and passionate individual who left a lasting impression on all those around her.

Gail spent over 30 years working in the New York State Assembly, where she served under Speaker Stanley Fink, before...

Joe Mitola

Joe Mitola

Jan 13, 2025

Joseph "Joe" Mitola, 65, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 13, 2025 at his home with loving family by his side. 

Joe was the son of the late Donald and Anne (Nolan) Mitola. 

Joe was the devoted husband of over 42 years to Janis (Taggart) Mitola. 

Joe was a graduate from Shaker High School in 1978. He retired from North Colonie School District...

Mary Jane Newell

Mary Jane Newell

Jan 12, 2025

Mary J. Newell, 91, wife of Jerry E. Newell, of Halfmoon, NY, passed away January 12 2025 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center. 

 Born October 25, 1933, in Bangor, ME, she was the daughter of late Ruth M. Parker and Erle St. John Parker. 

 Mary graduated from Danforth High School where, at 5’2” she was a star basketball player. She studied accounting at...

K Cynthia Alexander

K Cynthia Alexander

Jan 11, 2025

K Cynthia Alexander (Cindy), 67, passed away peacefully on Jan. 11, 2025, at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany NY, with loving family at her side and with her favorite music (Adele!), her favorite scent (lavender), and her favorite treatment (gentle massage). Cindy was born in Catskill, NY on Nov. 1, 1957, and was a loving member of the Griffin and...

Annie Lee Hawkins

Annie Lee Hawkins

Jan 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Annie Lee Hawkins on January 11, 2025 at 11:15pm. Born in Eufaula, Alabama on November 25, 1952, Annie lived a life filled with love, strength and unwavering dedication to her family and community.

Annie retired from the Department of Motor Vehicle and previously served at the NYS Department of Children &...

Adrienne E. Harvey

Adrienne E. Harvey

2025

With heavy hearts we announce that Adrienne Esther Harvey of Guilderland, NY, passed from this life on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Albany Medical Center. The oldest of six siblings she was born in Baltimore, MD, on June 8, 1936, the daughter of the late Ruth and Adrian Robinson.

She will be remembered as a sweet caring woman that was often...

Jennie  F. Williams

Jennie F. Williams

Jan 10, 2025

ALBANY- Jennie F. Williams, age 83, passed away surrounded by family on January 10, 2025.

She was born in Guyana, South America, the daughter of the late Louisa Isabella Williams and James Felix Williams. She was also predeceased by her brother, Howard Williams and sister, Mayleen Collins.

Jennie was a graduate of Hudson Valley Community College and the Albany Business College. She...

Henry J. St. Gelais III

Henry J. St. Gelais III

Jan 10, 2025

Henry J. St. Gelais III, 83, beloved husband of the late Margaret (McAffrey) St. Gelais, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025, in his Halfmoon home, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Cohoes on October 22, 1941 in Cohoes, he was the son of the late Henry J. and Ruth (Hull) St. Gelais. 

Henry was educated in Clifton Park in the...

Virginia A. Coleman

Virginia A. Coleman

Jan 10, 2025

Virginia A. Coleman "Ginny" 82, passed away on January 10th after a lengthy illness. She was born in Albany to the late Kenneth and Doris Abbot. 

Ginny was an outgoing person who enjoyed talking to others. Her early career centered around business activities. She enjoyed cruising with her siblings, attending auctions and rescuing several cats over her lifetime. 

She leaves behind her...

Thomas H. Cook, Jr.

Thomas H. Cook, Jr.

Jan 9, 2025

 Tom joined his wife Betty, son Michael, and grandson Nicholas, in eternal rest on January 9, 2025. Also predeceased are his parents, Thomas H. Cook, Sr & Nora A. Cook, along with his sisters Noreen & Margaret Cook, and several other beloved family members.

 Tom was a truck driver by trade and missed being on the road. He loved his coffee,...

Veronica M. Dick "Vicky"

Veronica M. Dick "Vicky"

Jan 9, 2025

Albany- Veronica M. Dick, 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on, Thursday, January 9, 2025. Born in Chelsea, MA she was the daughter of the late Henry and Lillian Cunningham. Veronica is predeceased by her loving husband Stephen M. Dick Sr.

Veronica lovingly known by "Vicky" is the second of eight children, Fran, John, Wynnie, Billy, Robbie, Kevin...

Emma A. Pulsifer

Emma A. Pulsifer

Jan 8, 2025

Emma Anna Pulsifer, lovingly known as Imogene by her friends and family, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on January 8, 2025, at Hudson Park Nursing Home in Albany.

Born in Elizabethtown, NY on May 29, 1944, she was the daughter of late Raymond Pulsifer and Carrie Pulsifer (Lewis). 

Emma was one of 9 children. Much of her time as a child...

Catherine Turner

Catherine Turner

2025

Catherine Turner

Sunrise 5/27/38            Sunset 1/8/25

Catherine (Rand) Turner of Albany, NY was born in Lexington, Mississippi to the late George Rand, Sr. and Annie Rand.

Catherine, wife and mother of five, loved the Lord, reading the Bible quoting scriptures, singing “Yes Jesus Loves Me,” and daily prayers. Catherine was employed by Roxy Cleaners, State University of Albany,...

Susan M. Kehn

Susan M. Kehn

Jan 8, 2025

Susan M. Kehn (Hurley), of Cohoes, NY, passed away Wednesday January 8, 2025, comfortably in the presence of her children and grandchildren at Samaritan Hospital. 

Born April 20, 1944 to Herbert O. Kehn and Katherine M. Kehn. She was previously employed at Walmart in Troy NY when she retired. She was previously a member of the auxillary of Averill Park Fire...

Joseph E. Cromartie

Joseph E. Cromartie

Jan 7, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph E. Cromartie, age 76, on January 7, 2025. Born on January 4, 1949, Joe was a beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to many.

 Joe proudly served his country as a sergeant in the United States Air Force. A man of intellect and dedication, he earned a master’s...

Ruth T. Montgomery

Ruth T. Montgomery

Jan 7, 2025

Ruth Thelma Montgomery, affectionately known as “Doll” was born on October 28, 1937 in Greeleyville, SC. Our Heavenly Father in His infinite wisdom quietly summoned her to an eternal rest after a natural decline in health on January 7, 2025.

Reared with a Christian foundation, the second daughter of the Late Henry B. and Leatha Simon Montgomery was brought up in...

Kathryn A. Spencer

Kathryn A. Spencer

Jan 7, 2025

Guilderland-Kathryn Ann Spencer, 91, of Monroe Court, formerly of West Berne and Canajoharie, passed away on January 7, 2025, following a long illness.

Born in Albany on June 15, 1933, she was the daughter of the late James Bradt and Ethel Esterbrooks.

Kathryn was a graduate of Guilderland Central in 1952. Kathryn was a Registered Nurse, beginning her career in the emergency...

Eileen T. Campanelli

Eileen T. Campanelli

2025

Eileen T. Campanelli, 72, of Guilderland, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025. 

Born on October 3, 1952, in Hartford, Connecticut, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Joan (Stedman) Campanelli. She is survived by her loving sister, Adele M. Cherry. 

To leave a message for the family, or to share a memory of Eileen, please visit the online guestbook...

Timothy Brunette

Timothy Brunette

2025

Timothy D. Brunette passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 6, 2025, in Rotterdam, New York at the age of 53.

Timothy was born on October 25, 1971, in Brooklyn, NY to Betsy and John Brunette. He attended Wallkill High School. He married Pamela Brunette on October 19, 2007, in Troy, NY. He owned and operated J&T Auto Exchange for many years,...

Harold Patton Barrett, Jr.

Harold Patton Barrett, Jr.

2025

Harold Barrett’s Obituary

20 April 1941- 06 January 2025

Harold Barrett Jr. of Menands, New York completed his circle of life on the 6th of January 2025, at the age of 83. 

Harold was a caring and friendly man, survived by his two sons, Harold Barrett II (wife Bernice) and Michael Barrett; daughter, Deborah Comfort (husband Charles); three grandchildren, Stephen Barrett, Jamie Hockey-Barrett,...

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