Rocco M. Padula
Jul 21, 2021
GUILDERLAND- Rocco M. Padula, age 92, passed away peacefully at Kingsway Arms on July 21, 2021.He was born in Albany, the son of the late Maurice and Dorothy Padula. He was predeceased by his wife of 61 years Angela Padula in 2018; daughter, Linda Papale; two brothers: Anthony and Maurice Padula; and sister in law, Josephine Padula.After graduating high school,...
Jerry R. Siemian
Jul 20, 2021
CLIFTON PARK- Jerry R. Siemian, age 66, passed away suddenly on July 20, 2021 at Saratoga Hospital.He was born in Buffalo, NY to the late Jerry Siemian Sr. and Wanda (Weselak) Siemian.Jerry was a graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, and the University of Connecticut, where he earned an MBA.He was employed...
Margaret A. Wood
Jul 19, 2021
Margaret A. (Peggy) Wood, 80, of Colonie, N.Y. passed away on July 19, 2021 at home. She was predeceased by her parents Arthur and Gladys Wilkes and her life partner, John (Mac) McGivern. Upon retiring from the Department of Transportation she enjoyed spending time with family at Brant Lake. Her greatest asset was her sense of humor. When asked at...
Larry D. Kirker
Jul 19, 2021
TROY- Larry D. Kirker, 46, passed away suddenly on July 19, 2021. He was born on February 20, 1975 son of Lawrence Kirker Jr. and Elsie Kirker.Larry loved fishing. He enjoyed watching South Park. He loved cooking and worked at Friendly's as a General Manager and Fireside Pizzeria as a cook. Larry loved sharing memories. He took great pride in...
Kimberly B. Jones-Martini
Jul 18, 2021
Kimberly B. Jones-Martini, born January 13, 1955 was taken home to the loving arms of God at 12:48 PM on Sunday July 18, 2021. She was held in the arms of her loving husband, Victor, as she passed at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany, NY. She died from long-term complications of experimental treatment for Hodgkin's Lymphoma that she received at...
Xhedvet Zhilla
Jul 18, 2021
Xhevdet Zhilla, 66, passed away, Sunday, July 18, 2021. A public calling hour will be held on Friday, July 23, 2021 from 11am to 12pm at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie, NY 12205.
Joseph Dipisa Jr.
Jul 18, 2021
Joseph DiPisa, 79, of Schenectady, NY passed away peacefully at home on July 18, 2021. Born in New York City, he is the son of the late Joseph and Alphonsa DiPisa.Joe loved building and remodeling for family, friends, and clients. He and June are members of Open Arms Fellowship church in Rotterdam, NY. Joseph is survived by his loving wife...
Louis A. Dobek
Jul 18, 2021
Albany- Louis A. Dobek, 101, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 18, 2021 with his loving family by his side. Louis was the son of the late Peter and Mary Dobek. Louis was the devoted husband to the late Stella Dobek. They were married 53 years. Louis worked for 50 years as a butcher at the Weisel Meat Market and...
Peter W. Manning
Jul 17, 2021
Schenectady- Peter William Manning, 77, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 17, 2021 with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Peter and Shirley Manning. Pete was the devoted husband to the late Pat Manning. They were married 20 years. Pete had a fond love for his cat Jazmin. He enjoyed spending time with...
Arlene Dorothy Short Vennard
Jul 17, 2021
COLONIE - Arlene Dorothy Short Vennard passed away on July 17, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Arlene was born on June 26, 1926 in Troy, NY. She was predeceased by her parents, Gertrude Szelwian and Jack Short and her sister, Jackie Short. She was also predeceased by Charley Vennard, her loving husband of 54 years.Arlene remembered...
John Hines
Jul 17, 2021
John M. Hines, 47, of Schenectady, passed away on July 17, 2021 at Ellis Hospital. Born on in Albany December 26, 1973 he is the son of Paul Hines and the late Carol Hines. He was a lifelong resident of the capital region and a graduate of Suny Albany. John loved to travel, especially to the beach. He was an...
Fredrick J. Bohley Jr.
Jul 16, 2021
Fredrick "Fred". J. Bohley, 65, of Nassau, passed away on July 16, 2021 at home surrounded by his adoring family. Born in Albany, on December 21, 1955, he is the son of Fredrick Sr. and the late Carol (Cook) Bohley.Fred had a deep love and commitment to his family and life long passion for music, photography, the outdoors and wildlife....
Patrick P. Desbiens
Jul 16, 2021
Patrick "Ace" Desbiens, 56, life long resident of Rotterdam, NY, passed away July 16th, 2021 at Ellis Hospital with family by his side. Patrick attended Mohonasen and was employed at SI Group for 30 years where he worked in multiple departments. If you asked Patrick who the #1 Rock Band of all time was, his answer would be KISS. He...
Patricia Anne Riley Coons
Jul 16, 2021
VOORHEESVILLE - Patricia Anne Riley Coons born in North Albany, the daughter of Willis Riley and Zabeda Blake, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 16, 2021 after a long battle with cancer. She was 79 years old.Patricia is survived by her husband Francis of 63 years and their 14 adopted children: Steven (Gail), Kevin, Donald, William (Loretta), Jeffrey,...
Robert James Ensign, Sr.
Jul 16, 2021
Colonie - Robert James Ensign, Sr., 78, passed away peacefully Friday, July 16, 2021. Robert was the son of the late Thomas and Anna (Sill)Ensign. Robert was the devoted husband to Maureen (Myrtle) Ensign. They were married 57 years. After his time honorably serving in the Army in Germany, Robert owned and operated various automotive repair facilities in the Greater...
Harry J. Strole
Jul 16, 2021
Harry J. Strole, Sr.June 8, 1942 - July 16, 2021Delmar- On Friday, July 16, 2021 surrounded by his entire family the world lost a truly gentle soul.Born in Queens, NY to Harry E. and Naomi Strole on June 8, 1942. In 1946, the family moved to Wantagh, NY. Eventually, he and his sweetheart Geri purchased his childhood home and remained...
Mildred D. Wilcox
Jul 16, 2021
Colonie- Mildred D. Wilcox, 88, passed away on July 16, 2021. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Smith and Mildred Schwab Smith Brown. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Charles Wilcox and her sister Marilyn Melcher.Mildred is survived by her daughters, Michele Strawbridge (Jim) and Nancy DeFrank (Jerry), her grandchildren Melissa Strawbridge and Michael...
Joseph De La Cerda, Jr.
Jul 16, 2021
Latham- Joseph De La Creda, Jr., 68, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 16, 2021 with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Joseph Sr. and Eva De La Cerda. JoJo was the devoted husband to Sue M. De La Cerda. They were married 37 years. In addition to his wife, JoJo is survived...
Elizabeth R. Gumustop
Jul 15, 2021
Elizabeth "Betsy" Ruth Gumustop, 52, of Slingerlands, passed away on July 15, 2021, at home surrounded by her family. Born and raised in Niskayuna, she is the daughter of Richard and Charlotte Stearns. A natural athlete and leader from birth, she excelled in softball and field hockey at Niskayuna High School. While at high school, Betsy met her husband Bora,...
Dean Byrd
Jul 15, 2021
Dean Byrd, (also known as Nadine Kimbrough) was born on January 11th, 1960 to Barbara (Byrd) Jones and Benjamin Kimbrough. Dean attended P.S. 76, LaGuardia High School in Queens NY, and later Television and Film School. He worked various jobs as a Security Officer. He was the front desk coordinator at Trinity Alliance. Dean loved his family and friends very...