Nancy J. Constable
May 5, 2021
WATERVLIET - Nancy J. Constable, 81, passed away on Wednesday, May 5, 2021. Born on April 4, 1940 in Kingston, NY to the late Joseph and Rosalie (Miller) Davis. Nancy was a life member of VFW Woman's Auxiliary Post 729 as well as previous member of Schuyler Heights Ladies Auxiliary. She was an avid book reader, loved drawing and writing...
Mary L. Kalas
May 5, 2021
Albany- Mary L. Kalas, 87, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 with her loving family by her side. She was the daughter of the late Robert and Grace Dugger. Mary was the loving wife to John W. Kalas. They were married 49 years. Mary was a Professor of English who was a Charlotte Bronte scholar for many years...
Frank R. Lincoln
May 4, 2021
ROTTERDAM- Franklin Roosevelt Lincoln, 88, of Schenectady, New York, passed away peacefully in his sleep early Tuesday morning, May 4, 2021, at the Schenectady Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Mr. Lincoln was born on December 16, 1932 in Charleston, West Virginia. He served in the U.S. Army Signal Corp during the Korean War, and would be very please that his service...
Barbara R. Zehner
May 4, 2021
Clifton Park – Barbara R. Zehner, 58, passed away on Tuesday, May 4th, 2021 with her loving family by her side. Barbara was the daughter of Kenneth and the late Florence Zehner.Barbara spent almost 40 years as a nurse caring for people in hospitals and private offices. Most recently, her career took her to St. Peter's Health Partners as a...
Hunter E. Hanley
May 4, 2021
Hunter E. Hanley, 15, of Colonie, passed away suddenly on May 4, 2021. Born in Albany, he is the beloved son of Todd and Tammy (Erfurt) Hanley. Hunter was a sophomore at Colonie Central High School. Hunter was a Veeder and Lisha Kill Alumni. Hunter was a member of the high school Bowling team and The Junior Bowling Program at...
Paul R. Yager
May 4, 2021
Paul R. Yager, 50, of Clifton Park, passed away after a 6-month bout with cancer, with his loving wife Karen, and childhood friend and "brother" Garth Beebe at his side. Born in Glens Falls and raised in Schenectady, he is the son of Richard E. and Patricia C. Yager. Paul attended Linton High School, Christian Brothers Academy, SUNY Brockport and...
Giuseppe "Joe" Scotti
May 3, 2021
Giuseppe "Joe" Scotti of Schenectady, NY, died surrounded by his loving family on May 3, 2021. He was 95 years old. He is survived by immediate family members: wife, Rosemarie M. Scotti, nee Brancati; children, Joseph P. Scotti and Michelle S. Eannello, nee Scotti; and grandchildren Joseph S. Eannello, William J. Scotti, Michelina R. Mitchell, nee Scotti, and Marissa N....
Algernon S. Lawler Jr.
May 3, 2021
GUILDERLAND- Algernon S. "Al" Lawler, Jr. passed away peacefully on May 3, 2021 at home. He was born on December 14, 1926 son of the late Algernon S. Lawler Sr. and Sophie Lawler.He was a proud Veteran of the U.S. Navy serving his country in WWII. Al enjoyed spending time with his family and was very proud of the home...
Diane A. Jabonaski
May 3, 2021
Colonie- Diane A. Jabonaski,79, passed away on May 3, 2021 at home, after 45 years living with and courageously battling MS. Her husband retired early from the Iron Workers Local 12 at age 55 to be Diane's caregiver full time. She was born on April 29, 1942 daughter of the late Dixon and Edna Colbert.Diane was a devoted wife, mother,...
George Matwijeczko
May 3, 2021
SCHENECTADY- George Matwijeczko, 93, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2021. He was born in Rome, NY on October 30, 1927. George worked as a police officer for Conrail in Selkirk. George is survived by his children: Michael (Deborah) Matwijeczko and Karen Matwijeczko and his grandchildren, Lily and Sam. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Bonnie L. Sidoti
May 2, 2021
Albany- Bonnie L. Sidoti, age 54, passed away at Hudson Park Nursing Home on May 2, 2021.She was born in Lake Hurst, NJ, the daughter of Priscilla Martinez and the late Anthony Sidoti.Bonnie is survived by her children: Shaun (Tara) Smith and Kayla (Skip) Sawyer; eight grandchildren: Shaun Smith Jr., Peyton Staats, Xavier Smith, Autumn Sawyer, Austin Sawyer, Sidney Sidoti,...
Marjorie E. Schramek
May 2, 2021
Waterford- Marjorie E. Schramek, 90, passed away peacefully at the Teresian House on Sunday, May 2, 2021. Born and raised in Watervliet, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mae (Hayes) Schillinger. Marge is predeceased by her husband of 64 years, William Schramek and their daughter Debra Schramek (Daniel Gonsiewski).Marjorie was a graduate of Catholic Central High School...
Edward G. Gifford
May 2, 2021
Edward G. Gifford, 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 2, 2021 at Community Hospice Inn at St. Peters, with his loving family by his side. Edward was the son of the late David and Christina (Hallett) Gifford. He was the devoted husband to Barbara L. (Cardin) Gifford. He retired from the New York State Troopers and was a P.E.R...
Saroj Murarka
May 2, 2021
Clifton Park- Saroj Murarka, 75, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 2, 2021. Born in India, Saroj was the daughter of the late Dwarka P. and Chameli Goel. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Dr. Shyam P. Murarka.Saroj was a wonderful cook, an expert jeweler, and enjoyed knitting and gardening. She cared very much for...
Ida Ruth Powell
May 1, 2021
Ida (Marino) Barber Powell of Clifton Park, New York passed away peacefully at the age of 99 surrounded by her loving family on May 1, 2021. She joins her late son Ralph "Skip" Barber III and late husbands Ralph W. Barber Jr. and James H. Powell.Ida was born to William and Albertha (Rice) Marino on October 18, 1921 in Watertown,...
Mario Positano
May 1, 2021
Colonie-Mario Positano, 82, died suddenly May 1, 2021. Mario was an avid golfer, and belonged to the Shaker Ridge Country Club, and most recently golfed with a group of seniors from Colonie. He loved traveling with his companion of many years Maria Monteiro, taking a yearly trip to Italy or Portugal, and spending winters in Florida. Mario loved life and...
Philip H. Bulger, Sr.
May 1, 2021
Philip H. Bulger Sr., 91, formerly of Voorheesville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at St. Peters Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Philip was born on March 21, 1930 in Albany to the late Joseph and Anne (Harris) Bulger. Philip attended Vincentian Institute and Cathedral Academy. He proudly served in the United States Army, later spending a long career...
John J. Lanahan, Iii
Apr 30, 2021
John J. Lanahan III, 61, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 30, 2021 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn in Albany after a year-long battle with cancer. He was born on August 21, 1959 in Albany to John Jr. and Bettina Lanahan. John grew up in Colonie and was a skilled tradesman in the flooring industry until his retirement in 2020....
Ruth M. Marhafer
Apr 30, 2021
Ruth M. Marhafer, 80, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 30, 2021 at her home with her loving family by her side. Ruth was the daughter of the late Leonard and Ruth (Fountain) Clute. Ruth was the devoted wife of over 49 years, to Walter F. Marhafer. Ruth loved the Schenectady Dog Training Club, she has been a member for...
Douglas F. Leroy
Apr 29, 2021
SCHENECTADY- Douglas F. LeRoy, age 72, passed away suddenly on April 29, 2021 at Ellis Hospital. He is survived by his two children: Anthony and Traci LeRoy.Douglas will be dearly missed.All services will be private at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to Pathways Nursing Home, 1805 Providence Avenue, Niskayuna, NY 12309.
