Shelia P. Matthews
Mar 22, 2026
Shelia Patricia Matthews, 66, of Albany, NY passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, at home surrounded by her family. After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Shelia took her rest, leaving behind a legacy of advocacy, faith, and unconditional love.
Born on February 19, 1960, in Baltimore, Maryland, Shelia was the daughter of the late Gloria Jean Bulluck and...
Bozena Teresa Grosman
Mar 22, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bozena Teresa Grosman, a loving mother, devoted community member, and beloved friend, who passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was 62 years old.
Born in Hrubieszow, Poland, Bozena was a cherished presence in the lives of all who knew her. She...
Gregory V. Keville
Mar 21, 2026
TROY - Gregory “Greg” Keville, 72, died peacefully on March 21, 2026, following a recent cancer diagnosis. Greg was born on June 30, 1953, in Troy, the third child of the late Gertrude (Sagendorf) Keville and George Keville Sr.
He was the devoted husband of Barbara (Hogan) for 53 years and a loving father to Eric (Kendal) and Jason (Valerie). Greg...
Gaile E. Sharpe
Mar 19, 2026
Gaile Elizabeth (Kerr) Sharpe passed from this life on Thursday, March 19, following a short illness. Born in Lowville, NY, on October 25, 1948, to Elizabeth (Lauber) Kerr and Randolph E. Kerr, Gaile attended the General Martin School in Glenfield and Canton High School in Canton, NY; she graduated in 1966 from Guilderland Central High School in Guilderland, NY. Gaile...
Lois Miller
Mar 18, 2026
MILLER, LOIS (LARSEN) passed away on March 18, 2026. Born September 21, 1926 in Jackson, MS, daughter of the late Homer and Mae (Amidon) Larsen of Tougaloo College, Tougaloo, MS and passing away just six months prior to her 100th birthday and 33 years to the day from the death of her husband, Lois saw and experienced much in her...
Ionada J. Simmons
Mar 17, 2026
Ionada J. Simmons, 54, passed away peacefully on March 17th, 2026. She was born in Schenectady NY to Furman Simmons and Brenda Fields.
She is survived by her son Ciaus Simmons, mother Brenda, sibilings Edward Bell and Samati Simmons.
Services will be private.
Bernard "Bernie" F. Schunicht
2026
Bernard “Bernie” F. Schunicht, 86, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
Born in Louisville, Kentucky to the late John B. and Virgie R. Schunicht, where he resided before moving to the Capital District in 1962.
Bernie graduated from RPI with a Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering in the spring of 1964. During this time,...
Donald F. Riley
Mar 16, 2026
Donald F. Riley
Albany — Donald F. Riley, 66, passed away unexpectedly on March 16, 2026, while visiting friends in South Carolina. He was the son of the late Richard and Catherine Riley. Donald was the loving and devoted husband of Gail M. Riley for 33 years. The two met in fifth grade and soon became childhood sweethearts—a relationship that grew...
Jeannette Bines
2026
Jeannette “Gram J” Bines, 77, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, at Albany Medical Center. Born in Orange, New Jersey in 1948, she was the daughter of the late Eddie Lee Bines and Mary Elizabeth Buffaloe.
Jeannette graduated from Orange High School in 1966. She worked as an administrative assistant performing clerical duties for IBM, Albany Medical Center, RPI and...
Nancy M. Domanico
Mar 16, 2026
Nancy M. Domanico, 55, of Ballston Spa, passed away unexpectedly, on March 16, 2026.
Born November 24, 1970, in Albany NY, to the late Jim Brown and Donna Mann (Levine).
Nancy graduated from Berne-Knox Highschool and later would go on to become a United States veteran serving in the Airforce from 1993-1996. After serving in the airforce she enrolled into Saint Rose...
Mary "Vicki" Townsend
2026
ALBANY, NY — Mary “Vicki” Townsend, 75, of Albany, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 16, 2026.
Born on December 30, 1950, in Albany, New York, she was the beloved daughter of the late Fredrick and Rita Boyzer.
Vicki spent most of her life in the Capital Region, where she worked at a variety of jobs throughout the Albany area. Above all,...
Margaret A. Frese
Mar 16, 2026
SCHENECTADY – Margaret A. Frese, 71, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 16, 2026.
She was born in Schenectady on February 28, 1955 a daughter of the late Lawrence D. and Phoebe R. (Tyrrell) Edmonds.
Margaret was a graduate of Linton High School Class of 1973.
She was employed for forty-six years as a Nurse with Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital in Schenectady...
Elizabeth L. Forchilli
Mar 15, 2026
Elizabeth Lee Forchilli, born October 17, 1957, passed away peacefully March 15, 2026. A proud mother who dedicated her life to raising her 4 sons and often referred to as “Betty and the Boys”.
Her sons gave her the wish she always wanted, 3 daughters who she accepted as her own. Throughout her life Elizabeth was known to make any house...
Donald D. Carpenter Sr.
Mar 14, 2026
Donald David Carpenter Sr., 40, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
Born on October 20, 1985, in Albany, New York, Donald was a lifelong resident of the area and a dedicated member of his community. He was the beloved husband of Jessica (Scattergood) Carpenter, with whom he shared a deep and loving partnership.
Donald was a devoted father to his...
Randall G. Boudreau
Mar 13, 2026
Randall G. Boudreau, born on October 20,1954, passed away suddenly on March 13, 2026.
He was born and raised in Long Lake, NY, the heart of the Adirondacks. He married Nancy Halter on June 8,1974 and they raised their family in Guilderland, NY. Randy was a very loving, Christian, family man.
Randall is survived by his wife of over 51 years, Nancy;...
Albert H. Lewis
Mar 13, 2026
Albert Hanson Lewis peacefully passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026. He was born on July 15, 1941 in Portland, Jamaica to Daniel Lewis and Mary Adina Thomas.
Albert began his early education in Portland, Jamaica and later relocated to Trelawny where he completed his schooling. From a young age, he demonstrated strong faith, leadership, and a deep commitment to serving...
Thomas P. Farrell
Mar 13, 2026
Thomas Patrick Farrell passed away suddenly and peacefully at his home on March 13, 2026 at the age of 73.
He was born in Albany, NY on September 27, 1952 to parents Shirley Mae Huhn Farrell and John (Jack) Arthur Farrell II.
In his early childhood, Tommy lived in Rensselaer, NY with his parents and two sisters. They moved to the Town...
Michael S. Welsh
Mar 13, 2026
Clifton Park, NY - Michael Stanzack Welsh, 79, fell asleep in the Lord on March 13, 2026.
He was born in 1946 to parents Joseph Earl Welsh and Marion Spencer Welsh. He is survived by his wife, Maria; his children, Daniel (Dale Bouchard) and Anastasia (James Carroll); his grandchildren, Jacob (Cassidy), Abigail (Otis Friday), Charles and Gabriella; and great grandchild, Rozaliya.
Michael...
Donna M. Finlay
Mar 13, 2026
On Friday, March 13th Donna M. Finlay, of Stuyvesant, NY passed away at the age of 73 after a long illness. She was born in Albany, NY to the late Edwin J. Lawler and Kathleen Lawler. She was a graduate of St. Joseph's high school and throughout her many years of employment she excelled through her diligence and hard work...
Elaine K. (Hirt) Gauthier
2026
ALBANY - Elaine K. (Hirt) Gauthier, 72, of Albany, N.Y., passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026. Born on February 23, 1954, to parents Michael J. Sheehan and Daria Sheehan (Barachini), Elaine built a life centered around love and family.
She was the devoted wife of Michael Gauthier, Beloved sister of Michael J. () Sheehan, Rita Sheehan; She graduated from Albany...
