Barbara Mary Carpenter
Oct 2, 2019
Barbara M. Carpenter of Ballston Spa, formerly of Guilderland, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at the age of 59. Loving wife of the late John J. Carpenter; mother of John Gavin (fiancé Danielle), Kyle (Tara), Logan, Casey Esler (Jack);daughter of Helene A. and the late Ronald C. MacPherson; sister to Rory, Lori, Wendy...
Luigi Paniccia
Oct 2, 2019
Colonie~Luigi "Lou" Paniccia age 76 died October 2, 2019. Born on February 13, 1943 in Veroli, Italy was the son of Sante and Lidia Paniccia. He was reunited with his beloved wife of 41 years Bonita "Bonnie" who predeceased him 16 years ago. Lou is survived by his sons Anthony and Joseph (Sara), his four grandchildren Aaron (Tricia), Joseph, Andrew...
Kathryn Allen
Oct 2, 2019
Albany, NY-Kathryn Allen, 64, passed away on October 2nd surrounded by the love of her daughters and her fiancée. Her fierce fourteen-month battle with brain cancer ended peacefully at her home of twenty-five years in Albany, New York.Kathryn was born and raised in Decatur, Illinois, where, as she loved to remind her children when they complained about chores, her first...
Nan Elizabeth Weltz
Oct 1, 2019
Nan Elizabeth (Diefendorf) Weltz, 72, passed away after a short illness on Tuesday, October 1, surrounded by her loving family at St. Peter's Hospice. She was predeceased by her parents, Irving and Marjorie Diefendorf; her sister, Dawn Sawyer (Larry); and her sister-in-law, Bonnie (Newkirk) Diefendorf. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Jeff, Her son Brian (Melissa), grandson...
Fayk Melad Soral Gerais
Oct 1, 2019
Fayk Melad Soryal Gerais, 79, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at Ellis Hospital, with his loving family by his side. Fayk was the devoted husband to Marcel Abdelmessih. He is the father of George (Mary) Soryal, Germein (Samual) Soryal and John (Reham) Soryal. He is also survived by eight grandchildren. A funeral service will be held on Monday...
John Joseph Pitcherello
Oct 1, 2019
Colonie- John Joseph Pitcherello, Sr., 79, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2019. Calling hours will be held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals - Colonie, 343 New Karner Road, on Saturday October 5, 2019 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 pm at the funeral home.
Helen E. Benedict
Oct 1, 2019
Delmar- Helen E. Benedict, 88, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2019 with her loving family by her side. Helen was the daughter of the late Minard and Viola Carkner. Helen was born in Albany on August 8, 1931 and spent her life in Glenmont with her loving and devoted husband Louis H. Benedict. Together they had a son, Raymond Hazzard...
Dr. William Berglas
Sep 29, 2019
Niskayuna- Dr. Werner William (Bill) Berglas of Niskyuna, NY passed away on September 29, 2019 with his loving family by his side, he was 90 years old. Bill was pre-deceased by his parents, Adolf and Johanna (Weller) Berglas, brothers Walter, Gunther and Larry and sister Ruth. He is survived by his son Jeffery (Fran) Berglas, Daughter Nancy (Rich) Fenwick, grandchildren...
Kurt E. Yerg
Sep 29, 2019
Kurt E. Yerg, 77, of Petersburg, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 29, 2019 at his home after a short term illness. He was born in Hildesheim, Germany, he was the son of the late Erwin and Elsie Yerg. Kurt and his family immigrated to the U.S. in 1952 and lived in Long Island. Married Carol Burgun in 1968....
Arkeyva Shantel Davis
Sep 28, 2019
Albany -Arkeyva Shantel Davis, 34, of Albany, NY, passed away on September 28, 2019, unexpectedly.Arkeyva is survived by her mother, Cathy Davis; one daughter, Zyaira Sanai Davis; one brother, Anthony Jones; two sisters, Davena and Desiree Shuman; three God-Sisters, Khadijah Chaney, Ja-niyah and Jay-yannah Bostic; a God-Father, Pastor Michael Williams; and her Grandmother, Lenora Bates.She was predeceased by her Father,...
Brian P. Bauer
Sep 28, 2019
Colonie~Brian P. Bauer, 41, of Stottville, formerly a 30 year resident of Colonie, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 28, 2019 in Albany, New York. Brian was born in Albany on May 23, 1978. Brian was the beloved son of Robert, Jr. and Carol (Brew) Bauer.Devoted husband of 7 years to Sara (Snyder) Bauer.Cherished father of Kaydence, Eric, Adrianna and...
Charles E. Pieronek
Sep 28, 2019
ROTTERDAM—Charles E. Pieronek, age 76, passed away suddenly on September 28, 2019 at Ellis Hospital.He was born in Schenectady, the son of the late Charles and Katherine Pieronek. He was predeceased by his sister, Constance Guilbeau.He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 50 years, Lynda. Chuck retired as a NYS Trooper with Troop G, after 33 years...
Mary E. Moosman
Sep 28, 2019
RENSSELAER - Mary E. Moosman, 83, passed away on September 28, 2019 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn. Mary was born on January 14, 1936 in Manhattan and was the daughter of the late Al and Julia Vroman. She enjoyed her work as a paralegal and later working in real estate. Her most cherished memories are those spent with her family....
Salvatore A. Crisafulli
Sep 27, 2019
WESTERLO - Salvatore "Sam" A. Crisafulli, 84, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2019 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Sam was born on March 30, 1935 in Albany and was the son of the late Carmello and Paulina (Sidoti) Crisafulli. He served proudly in the US Army from 1955 to 1957 during the Korean War, attaining the...
Yolanda Alease Lee
Sep 26, 2019
Yolanda Alease Lee departed this life September 26th 2019 3pm at Albany Medical Center. She was born on January 8, 1956 in Albany New York to the late Randall E. Booker and Freddell Lee.Yolanda was raised and educated in the Albany School System. Yolanda was a 1973 Graduate of the Philip Schuyler High School where she received an Academic Scholarship...
Pritam K. Uppal
Sep 26, 2019
LATHAM – Mrs. Pritam Kaur Uppal, age 90, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2019, at Albany Medical Center Hospital, surrounded by her loving children.Mrs. Uppal was born in the village of Wan Tara Singh, near Bikhiwind, in Punjab, India, on June 7, 1929. She was married in 1945 to the late Sardar Jogindar Singh Uppal, and they, along with...
Grace R. Gifford
Sep 25, 2019
COLONIE---Grace Cotazino Gifford, age 86, passed away peacefully at home on September 25, 2019.She was born in Albany, NY, the daughter of the late Bartelo Cotazino and Josephine Lostritto Cotazino.Grace was predeceased by her husband of 45 years, Arthur E. Gifford in 2003.She retired from NYS Tax & Finance as a secretary after 44 years of service.Grace was a member...
Rose M. Martin
Sep 25, 2019
Rose M. Martin, 90, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 25, 2019, with her loving family by her side. Rose was the daughter of the late Anthony and Josephine (Orsini) Femia. Rose was the devoted wife to the late Raymond J. Martin. They were married for 58 years. Rose was a member and a communicant of Christ The King Church....
Bernice C. Ginnelly
Sep 24, 2019
LOUDONVILLE Bernice C. Ginnelly, 85, died on Tuesday, September 24, 2019, peacefully at home. She remained spunky and interested in all her favorite things until the end. Bernice was an animal lover and one of her greatest joys was feeding the birds, squirrels and chipmunks. She also had a soft heart for people. She was the first to volunteer to...
Catherine M. Andi
Sep 24, 2019
Colonie~Catherine M. Andi, 63, of Colonie, passed away after a brief illness on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at Ellis Hospital with her loving family by her side. Cathy has been reunited with her son, Ryan, who has been guarding over the family since 2016 and her husband Tim who passed away March 3, 2019. Ryan and Tim pulled out a...
