Raymond Franklin
Jun 16, 2021
Schenectady- Raymond "Buck" Franklin, 97, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2021. Mr. Franklin was born on October 5, 1923 to the late Raymond "Lee" and Loretta Franklin. He was a 1941 graduate of Mont Pleasant High School and attended Union, Siena and Hudson Valley Community College. He grew up in the Woodlawn section of the city and was a...
Melanie Baker
Jun 16, 2021
Melanie Baker, 71, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at the Community Hospice Inn at St. Peters, with her loving family by her side. Melanie was the devoted wife of over 44 years to Barry Baker. She attended and graduated from Catholic High and then continued her education in New York City where she was taught handwriting analysis....
Mary L Schissler
Jun 16, 2021
Rotterdam- Mary L. Schissler, 91, of Rotterdam, was called to eternal life by the hands of Jesus, on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at Albany Medical Center Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born in Albany in 1930 to the late Anthony and Rose (Bellenvina) Pirri; Mary worked tirelessly her entire life. For 25 years she was a valued employee of...
Michael Hamblin
Jun 15, 2021
(Schenectady, NY) Michael Thomas Hamblin, 60, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 15, 2021. Born September 24, 1960, Michael was the son of the late Norma and Thomas Hamblin and uncle to the late Michael Thomas Palomino.Michael was known for his fun spirit and loving nature. He was always smiling and very sociable. Michael wanted to meet and shake hands...
Kathleen Casullo
Jun 14, 2021
ALBANY-Kathy Casullo, age 70, passed away on Monday, June 14, 2021.She was born in Albany, New York, the daughter of the late Charles Sr. and Elizabeth Dedrick. She was predeceased by her brothers: Derrick and Tony Dedrick and her son, Richard Casullo Jr.Kathy worked as a Supervisor for Toys R Us for 30 years. She enjoyed the interaction and fun...
Mark Leonard Schleicher
Jun 13, 2021
Mark L. Schleicher 50, a loving father, son, brother, grandfather and uncle, died suddenly on Sunday, June 13, 2021. Born in Albany, on July 30, 1970, he is the son of Leonard G. Schleicher and Sarah E. Hilton. Mark was a man of many talents and loved spending time with his family and friends. He always had a smile on...
Theresa Ann Van Bramer
Jun 13, 2021
Clifton Park- Theresa Van Bramer, 80, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2021 with her loving family by her side. Theresa was the daughter of the late Charles and Viola Davey. Theresa was the devoted wife to Earl W. Van Bramer. They were married 61 years. After raising her own family, Theresa graciously opened her house and heart to begin a...
Edward Gerard Degroat
Jun 12, 2021
Edward Gerard DeGroat, formerly of Nyack, NY, and Fairfield, CT, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 12th, at the age of 84. Edward was born on October 23rd, 1936, in Oneonta NY, the son of Charles W. and Marguerite Carson Corr DeGroat.The youngest of five children, Edward excelled in athletics at an early age. A standout two-sport athlete at St...
Carolyn J. Kohinke
Jun 11, 2021
WESTERLO - Carolyn J. Kohinke, 76, passed away unexpectedly at her home on June 11, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.She was born in Albany on January 28, 1945 a daughter of Peter and Emma SnyderCarolyn was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister who loved animals and flowers.She was preceded in death by her husband, William; her...
Rebecca De Vera Dave
Jun 10, 2021
Albany - Rebecca De Vera Dave, 70, passed away on June 10, 2021 at Albany Medical Center. Rebecca was born on January 10, 1951 in Baguio City, Philippines and is the daughter of Corazon De Vera Dave and the late David Dave. She worked as a CNA for Our Lady of Mercy Life Center in Guilderland, Albany Medical Center as...
Donna D. Lepik
Jun 10, 2021
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Donna D. Lepik, 78, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on June 10, 2021.Donna was born in Albany on June 15, 1942. She attended Albany schools and graduated from Phillips-Schuyler High School.She was employed for many years in the Records Department of the NYS Dept. of Motor Vehicles before retiring.Donna was a loving and...
John F. Matuszek, Sr.
Jun 10, 2021
John "Jack" F. Matuszek, Sr.Slingerlands, NYJohn passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on June 10, 2021 at the age of 91.He was born on November 26, 1929 and raised in Albany, and later moved to Slingerlands where he designed and built his family home and raised his loving family.He was the son of the late George and Estelle...
Eleanor J. Gauthier
Jun 10, 2021
Philmont-Eleanor J. Gauthier, 96, passed away June 10, 2021. She was a woman of many faces, all which wore a smile. Beloved wife, mother, aunt, sister, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Jean lived a long life. Born in 1924 in Pittsfield MA, to the late Augustus and Grace (Horton) Ultimo. She raised her family in Germantown while being active as...
Robert V. Rainville, Sr.
Jun 10, 2021
Albany- Robert V. Rainville, Sr., 76, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 10, 2021 with his loving family by his side. Robert was the son of the late Joseph and Marion Rainville. Robert was the devoted husband to Joan F. Rainville. They were married 53 years. After high school, Robert joined the United States Navy. Upon his honorable discharge, Robert...
Rosalee Q. Lewis
Jun 9, 2021
Rosalee Q. Lewis, 96, of Albany, New York made her transition on June 9, 2021 in the comfort of her home after a brief course of illness. She was attended by loving family and friends. During her 90th birthday party her daughter in law, fondly instructed family and friends that the "Q" stood for "Queen" and to bow to the...
John T. Flynn
Jun 9, 2021
Albany- John T. Flynn , 89, died peacefully Wednesday, June 9, 2021 with his loving family by his side. John was the devoted husband to Pat (Whitney) Flynn for 62 years. Along with Pat, John is survived by his four children, Kathy Lewis (Mike), Terry Nugent (Gary), Michael Flynn (Lisa), Matt Flynn (Meredith); his grandchildren, Michael Paul, Tricia "Trishy" and...
Charlotte R. Distel
Jun 8, 2021
NISKAYUNA - Charlotte Distel "Mom", "Oma" was called home to our lord on the the morning of Tuesday June 9th 2021 at Kingsway Manor Schenectady NY.Charlotte was born in Germany to Conrad and Francis Fink July 14,1933. Charlotte was a graduate of Cazenovia College Where she received degrees in nutrition and education, she also attended University of New Hampshire. Charlotte...
Crystal A. Beaudoin
Jun 8, 2021
Crystal A. Beaudoin, 24, passed away on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, with her loving family by her side. Crystal was the daughter of Mark Forhan and Kimberly Palmer. Crystal was the devoted wife of over 6 years to James A. Beaudoin. She enjoyed fishing, swimming, dancing, listening to music. She was very outgoing and her voice would draw you in....
Arnaldo M. Abate
Jun 8, 2021
Voorheesville Passed into the loving embrace of God on June 8, 2021, from his home and surrounded by family. He was just weeks shy of his 52nd wedding anniversary and his 80th birthday. Arnold was born on July 7, 1941, in Amantea, Cosenza, Calabria, Italy to Michele and Theresa (Vadachino) Abate. He immigrated to the USA in 1959, settling on...
