Willard D. Welch
Oct 14, 2018
Albany- Willard D. Welch, 53, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2018 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn in Albany. The son of the late William G. and Margery (Prescott) Welch, Will was born on January 20, 1965 in Niskayuna, NY. He graduated from Albany High. Will was a Union installer for Turazzo tile and also spent time as a baker....
Sondra Kathryn Christian
Oct 13, 2018
Sondra Kathryn Christian was a loving mother, wife, grandmother, dear friend, kind neighbor, educator, teacher, and active community member. A gentle soul, devoted to her family and to her Catholic faith; how she lived her life and her quiet, steadfast faith made her an example and guidepost for many to emulate. She was blessed with a rich, meaningful, full life,...
Foster R. Williams
Oct 13, 2018
Troy- Foster R. Williams "Tookie", 73, passed away on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born in Newburgh, NY to the late Foster and Viola Williams, Foster is survived by his son, Kevin C. Williams; his brothers, Edward Williams and Connell Williams; his sisters, Hyacinth and Carol Brown. He is also survived...
Jacqulyne Davis
Oct 13, 2018
TROY - Jacqulyne Davis, 56, passed away on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at Samaritan Hospital. Jacqulyne was born on January 24, 1962 in Manning, South Carolina, and was the daughter of the late Willie C. and Ida (Riggins) Martin. She graduated from Troy High School in 1980 and also Central City Business Institute in Syracuse. Jacqulyne worked as a travel...
William A. Ruggaber, Jr.
Oct 13, 2018
Colonie, NY - William A. "Bill" Ruggaber, Jr, 57, passed away unexpectedly on October 13, 2018. The son of the late William A. and Rose (Buckley) Ruggaber, Bill was born on January 4, 1961 in Albany, NY. Growing up in the Village of Colonie, an avid Pop Warner football player and a graduate from South Colonie Central High School; Bill...
Robert T. King
Oct 13, 2018
West Coxsackie- Robert T. "Uncle Bob"King, 73, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on October 13, 2018. The son of the late William A. and Dorothy (Lafferty) King, Jr., Bob was born on December 3, 1944 in Albany, NY. Bob was raised in the South End of Arbor Hill and attended Phillip Schuyler School, graduating in 1962....
John J. Shea
Oct 11, 2018
ALBANY- John J. Shea, age 71, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on October 11, 2018 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn. He was born in Albany, the son of the late William and Clara (Herbst) Shea. He was a US Army veteran, serving from 1966-68 in Vietnam. John was employed at Schaefer Brewery and retired from the federal government....
Sandra L. Harrington
Oct 10, 2018
Latham- Sandra L. Harrington, 72, passed away suddenly, at home on Wednesday, October 10, 2018. She was the daughter of the late Gerhard Staude and Celia Weeden. Sandra is predeceased by her longtime companion and love of 30 years Frank R. MacNary. She possessed many talents of creativity. She blessed our family throughout the years with her creations that were...
Susan Jean Murtagh
Oct 10, 2018
Schenectady~ Susan J. Murtagh, 65, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at the Schenectady Center with her loving family by her side. Born in Niskayuna on January 19, 1953, Susan was the daughter of Lawrence Murtagh and the late Doris (Collins) Murtagh. She was the devoted life partner to the late Larry K. Washington, together 31...
Shannon Sweeney Chiarello
Oct 9, 2018
COLONIE- Shannon Sweeney Chiarello, passed away on October 9, 2018 surrounded by her family. She was born on August 8, 1967 daughter of Leland and Elaine (Nopper) Sweeney in Albany, NY.Shannon worked as a nurse for 33 years at Daughters of Sarah. She was a devoted caregiver to her residents and their families. She was also a valued member of...
Mary Nell Washington
Oct 8, 2018
Albany- Ms. Mary Nell Washington of Albany, New York entered into eternal rest on October 8, 2018 at St. Peter's Hospital Hospice Inn. The daughter of the late Minnie Watson and James McSwain. Ms. Mary was born on January 11, 1933 in Hartford, Alabama. She lived in Opelika, Alabama until moving to NYC in her mid twenties. Ms. Mary was...
Annie Mae Jones
Oct 8, 2018
ALBANY- Annie M. Jones, 86, passed away on Monday, October 8, 2018.Calling hours will be held at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 59 Alexander Street, Albany, NY 12202, on Monday, October 15, 2018, from 9:00am-11:00am with a service to immediately follow. Burial will be held at Saratoga National Cemetery.
Kevin D. Perez Sr.
Oct 8, 2018
Watervliet- Kevin D. Perez Sr., 60, passed away peacefully after a long illness on, Monday, October 8, 2018. He was the son of the late Mary Pitts and Joseph Perez Sr. Kevin is survived by his children, Kevin D. Perez Jr, Zachary Perez and Melinda White. He is also survived by his five grandchildren, Anthony, Ethan, Jack, Alexis and Brandon...
Marva C. Dempsey
Oct 8, 2018
Albany- Marva C. Dempsey, 70, passed away on Monday, October 8, 2018.Born on October 14, 1947 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, a daughter of the late Chester and Eleanor Dixon Johnson. Marva is survived by her daughters, Renata Mulder-Grant and Sonya Mulder-Nobles; spouse, James Arthur Mulder; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren with one on the way. Several brothers and sisters also...
Peter J. Depaulo, Jr.
Oct 7, 2018
Peter J. DePaulo, Jr., 71, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 7, 2018 at St. Peters Hospital, with his loving family by his side. Pete was the son of the late Peter DePaulo, Sr. and Helen (Levitte) DePaulo. He was the devoted husband to Linda (BattiBulli) DePaulo. Pete proudly served with the United States Air Force. He retired from the...
William C. Miller
Oct 7, 2018
NISKAYUNA- William C. Miller, 82, passed on Sunday, October 7, 2018.A graveside service will be held at Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Road, Saratoga, NY, on Monday, October 15, 2018 at 1:00pm.
Amanda Rose Rivenburg
Oct 6, 2018
Albany-Amanda Rose "Rosie" Rivenburg, 29, passed away suddenly on Saturday, October 6, 2018.Amanda is the daughter of Donna Floyd Rivenburg and Thomas Rivenburg. She is a graduate of Colonie Central High School, class of 2007. Amanda went on to earn her Bachelor's degree from SUNY Plattsburgh, Class of 2011.Throughout her teenage years, Amanda played softball, was a Colonie Pop Warner...
Donald M. Van Cott
Oct 6, 2018
Donald M. Van Cott, 79, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at St. Peters Hospital with his loving family by his side. Donald was the son of the late Alexander (Alec) and Margaret (Peg Eisenger) Van Cott. Donald was the devoted husband of over 59 years to Joan (Clark) Van Cott. Donald was born in Mount Vernon, NY,...
Diane E. Reis
Oct 6, 2018
Colonie- Diane E. Reis, 87, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on Saturday, October 6, 2018. She was the daughter of Leland and Kathryn Dobbs. Diane is predeceased by her husband of 65 years, James F. Reis. Diane worked as an independent typist and stenographer and then as a secretary at MTI Inc. in Latham until her retirement. Diane...
Donna M. Castiglione
Oct 4, 2018
Albany~ Donna M. Castiglione, 62, of Albany, passed away on Thursday, October 4, 2018 at her home with her loving family by her side.Donna was the daughter of the late Benjamin F. Crossman, Sr. and Dorothy (Dickau) Crossman. She was formerly employed by Colonial Cleaners for over 30 years. Survivors include her siblings; Benjamin F. (Joanne) Crossman, Jr., Charlotte A....
