Obituaries
Craig K. West
Apr 6, 2026
Craig K. West, 86, passed away on April 6, 2026.
Born May 27, 1939, he was the son of the late Kenneth and Evelyn West.
Craig enjoyed woodworking, fishing, camping, hunting, cooking, golfing, bowling, darts, and the New York Yankees. He volunteered at the Elks Lodge in Guilderland.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother in law, Joe Grosse.
He is...
Thomas P. Minahan
Apr 6, 2026
Thomas P. Minahan, 82, of North Fort Myers, FL and Troy, NY, passed peacefully on Monday, April 6, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.
Tom was born on August 5, 1943, in Troy, NY. Tom proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1960-1964. He was an Airman 1st Class Top Secret Communications. Tom had 3 brothers and...
Sylvia Denegar
Apr 5, 2026
Sylvia M. Denegar, 70, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on Easter morning, April 5, 2026, at St. Peter’s Hospice.
Born in Surrey, England, Sylvia was the daughter of the late Alan and Elsie Brisck. She built a life centered on family, hard work, and simple joys. Sylvia retired in 2018 from the New York State Higher Education Services, where she worked...
Marion J. Murphy
2026
Colonie- Marion J. Murphy, 96, passed away April 5, 2026. She was born August 4, 1929, to the late Harry and Mildred Coster.
Marion was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was the rock of all family gatherings, always ensuring everyone was fed, happy, and loved. Her most cherished memories were made at her camp on Saratoga Lake, where she...
Timothy Lee Chotkowski
Apr 5, 2026
Timothy Lee Chotkowski, 58, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026. Born in Schenectady, New York, Timothy was the beloved son of the late Leon and Beverly Chotkowski.
Timothy dedicated many years of service to Union College, where he worked in the bookstore. He found joy in life’s simple pleasures, especially spending time outdoors fishing and gardening. Timothy also had a...
Ann J. O'Connor
Apr 5, 2026
GREEN ISLAND - Ann J. O’Connor, 80, of Green Island, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on April 5, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Ann was predeceased by her beloved husband, Joseph O’Connor, Sr., in December 2021, and by her parents, Dominick and Rita Altobello.
Ann lived a life centered on her children and grandchildren, leaving behind...
Richard S. Haydock
Apr 5, 2026
Troy- Richard S. Haydock, 76, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Born in Cohoes, he was the son of the late Edward and Louise Haydock. Rich was the loving husband of Patricia (Burke) Haydock.
Rich proudly served in the United States Navy. He worked for the United States Postal Service before his retirement. Rich’s main hobby and love was fishing....
Emma M. Dugan
Apr 5, 2026
Emma Dugan passed away on April 5, 2026. Emma was the daughter of the late Louis and Marie Thetaz Carron.
Emma is survived by three daughters: Karen (James) Stankus, Kelly Draper, and Patti Tutino; six granddaughters: Kristin Draper (Paul), Danielle (John) Burnett, Samantha (Jeremy) McDonald, Amanda (Donald) McCafferty, Ashley and Jessica Tutino; also six great-grandchildren: Lincoln, Eleanor, Matthew, Emma, John, and...
William “Brink” Hartman
2026
William “Brink” Hartman, 55, of Slingerlands, passed away peacefully at home on April 4, 2026. Born in Albany, New York, he was the son of Patricia Hartman and the late George Hartman.
Brink received his education at Marist College and The College of Saint Rose.Brink was a devoted family man who found great joy in spending time with his loved ones. He...
Joan Carole Rozen Pino
Apr 4, 2026
SCHENECTADY - Joan Carole Rozen Pino, 84, passed away on April 4, 2026. Born in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Richard and Jessie (Krosnowski) Rozen. She was the granddaughter of Kostanty and Anna Rozen.
Joan is predeceased in death by her husband, Antonino Pino, and her cousin, Nancy Rozen Englert.
Joan is survived by her three stepchildren: Anthony Pino (Kimberly), Frank Pino...
Joahkim Marquise Dennis
Apr 3, 2026
Joahkim Marquise Dennis, age 19, was born on July 4, 2006. As the youngest of eight children, he brought joy, energy, and light into his family from the very beginning. His presence was a gift, and his life was filled with purpose, passion, and promise.
Joahkim was a proud graduate of Shenendehowa High School, Class of 2024. During his time there,...
Susan K. Danker
2026
Susan K. Danker, 82, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 11:00 am -2:00 pm at New Comer Cremations and Funerals, 181 Troy Schenectady Rd., Watervliet, NY 12189.
In honor of Susan and her love of animals, donations may be made in her name to your animal charity of choice. Susan...
Charles J. Hoffmeister Jr.
Apr 3, 2026
Charles J. Hoffmeister Jr., 82, of Colonie, NY, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully at home on April 3, 2026. Born in Troy, he was the son of the late Mary and Charles J. Hoffmeister Sr.
Charles grew up in Troy, was a graduate of Catholic Central High School and received his Bachelors from Siena College. He spent his career at the...
Elizabeth Cardarelli
Apr 3, 2026
Elizabeth Cardarelli, 64, of Albany, NY passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026 at home surrounded by her loved ones.
She was born on September 9th, 1961. Elizabeth is known for her great sense of humor, spreading love, and always caring for others. She was a spiritually strong individual with an overwhelming desire to be the best mom to her children...
Marcia Luther
Apr 3, 2026
Albany- Marcia Luther, 94, a life-long resident of Albany passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026.
Her faith in Jesus Christ was always a central part of her life. She carried with her the values of family, kindness, and quiet strength.
She was predeceased by her husband, Robert and her sister Susan.
Marcia found joy in life’s simple and beautiful moments— walks in...
Rita A. (Fenton) Koronowski
Apr 2, 2026
Rita A. Koronowski (Fenton) passed away gently on April 2, 2026, with her family around her. Rita was born in Oswego, NY on August 9, 1936, grew up in Rome NY, and raised her family in Marcy, NY.
After graduating from Rome Free Academy, Rita worked as a secretary at the former State Hospital in Marcy. After marrying her husband, Floyd,...
Ann G. Smith
2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ann G. Smith, 82, of Loudonville, NY who entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 2nd, 2026.
A devoted Catholic, Ann lived her life grounded in faith, compassion, and kindness. She frequently placed the needs of others before her own. Offering love and comfort to anyone fortunate to know her.
She...
Roger Benson
Apr 1, 2026
Roger Edward Benson, 81, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at Albany Medical Center, surrounded by family and friends.
Roger was born March 2 1945 in Stamford, Connecticut to the late Edward B. and Ellen L. (Nyden) Benson. Growing up in White Plains, NY, he was an avid member of the Boy Scouts of America, earning the rank of Eagle...
Joshua T. Shaw
2026
Joshua (Josh) Thomas Shaw of Cohoes NY, passed away suddenly at his girlfriend’s house on Tuesday, March 31st, 2026, in Cohoes NY.
Josh was 30 years old he was born March 5, 1996, at Samaritan hospital in Troy. Josh is survived by his mother, Jeannine LaPointe of Albany and his father, James Shaw Jr. of Cohoes, his brother, James Shaw III...
Thomas "Tommy" A. Cozzens
2026
Thomas “Tommy” A. Cozzens, 76, passed away at home on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
He was born in 1950 in Troy, NY to the late Gordon and Anna Cozzens.
Following graduation, Tommy joined the work force working various jobs before ultimately retiring from what is now Covetrus in Albany, NY.
Tommy was a jack of all trades, often helping anyone he could. This...
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