Louis W. Brown
Dec 21, 2017
ALBANY - Louis W. Brown, 67, peacefully entered eternal rest on Thursday, December 21, 2017 at his home. Born in Utica, N.Y., he was the son of the late Wesley Sr. and Rosalie Brown. He retired from the NYS Office of General Services after over 20 years of service. He was a devoted father, grandfather and friend to many. He...
Peter J. Spulnik, Jr.
Dec 21, 2017
Albany - Peter J. Spulnik, Jr. 71, passed away at St. Peter's Hospital on Thursday, December 21, 2017 surrounded by his family.Born on December 12, 1946 in Albany, the son of the late Peter J. and Eleanor Sway Spulnik. Pete graduated from Colonie Central High School, Class of 1966. Pete proudly served his country in the United States Navy from...
Dorothy M. Schipano
Dec 21, 2017
Colonie- Dorothy M. Schipano, 84, passed away at her home on December 21, 2017. Born on December 10, 1933 in Albany, NY, Dorothy was the daughter of the late Cecilia Cahill. Dorothy worked for New York State in the Department of Education for 20 years. Dorothy is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Sal E. Schipano; her children:...
Vida M. Bushey
Dec 21, 2017
Colonie~Vida M. Bushey, 92, of Colonie, passed away on December 21, 2017 at the Teresian House with her loving family by her side.Born in Albany, Vida was the daughter of the late Michael and Rachel (Carcia)Sforza. Loving wife of the late John A. Bushey. Dearest mother of Donna M. Chesney (George) and Debra A. Oropallo (Michael). Cherished grandmother of Tory...
Rae M. Stec
Dec 20, 2017
TROY - Rae Stec, age 86, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2017 surrounded by her family after a long illness. She was born in Troy on April 21, 1931, the daughter of the late Rosario and Dominic Comitale. She was predeceased by her husband George Stec, her son, Brian Melnyk, and four siblings: Lou Comitale, Millie VanKuren, Mary Cook...
Marion S. Williams
Dec 20, 2017
Latham- Marion S. Williams, 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. She was the daughter of the late Esther V. and Frederick A. Siesel.Born in Albany she was the wife of Doug Williams and mother of Susan Kennen ( the late Greg Kennen), Bill Williams (Cindy) and the late Jim Williams. Marion...
Madeline J. Gallo
Dec 19, 2017
Niskayuna - Madeline Gallo, of Niskayuna, passed away peacefully in her own home on December 19 surrounded by family and close friends after a courageous, five-year battle against ovarian cancer. She was a wonderful, warm, loving mother and grandmother and a dear, devoted friend. She had a distinguished professional career in communications and media relations, but her first love was...
James R. Porter, Sr.
Dec 19, 2017
Guilderland~It is with great sadness that the family of James R. Porter Sr. (Jim), 72, announce his passing on December 19, 2017, at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center. Born on December 30, 1944, Jim grew up and lived most of his life in Albany, attending St. James School and Vincentian Institute before serving his country honorably and faithfully in...
Marie C. Goedtel
Dec 18, 2017
Slingerlands- Marie C. Goedtel , 82, passed away Monday, December 18, 2017. Marie was the daughter of the late Peter and Lillian Goedtel. Marie enjoyed watching wildlife around her home, baking and traveling. Marie is survived by several nieces and a nephew; great nephews and a great niece; and one great-great nephew. Marie is also survived by her beloved "Smokie."Private...
Charles J. Donato, Sr.
Dec 18, 2017
Niskayuna- Charles J. Donato, Sr., 94, formerly of Haines City, FL, passed away on December 18, 2017 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, NY. Born on October 30, 1923 in Slingerlands, NY, Charlie was the son of the late Dominick and Lucy (Ravida) Donato. Charlie served his country honorably and faithfully in the US Navy during World War II. Charles is...
Jean M. Defilippo
Dec 18, 2017
Schenectady- Jean M. DeFilippo, 82, passed away Monday, December 18, 2017 with her loving family by her side. Jean was the daughter of the late Michael and Gertrude McGann and was the devoted wife of the late Anthony V. DeFilippo. Jean was the loving and strong Matriarch of her family, always helping those in need. She was proud of her...
John M. Ferguson
Dec 17, 2017
Clifton Park------John M. Ferguson, age 84, passed away peacefully at home on December 17, 2017. He was the son of the late Fred and Hilda Ferguson. "Jack" graduated from Marlboro Central School, Class of 1953. He played tenor saxophone in band, made, "all-state" band four times, and performed in dance bands before and after graduation. Jack enjoyed skiing into his...
Martha Avery Pollock
Dec 17, 2017
Martha Avery Pollock, age 70, passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2017. She was the daughter of the late Herbert C. and Virginia J. Pollock. Born and raised in Niskayuna, NY, she attended Niskayuna High School and then, Smith College in Northampton, MA. A few years later, she received her business degree from NYU.Marty loved new experiences and challenges. As...
William E. Rossetti
Dec 17, 2017
ROTTERDAM-William E. "Willie" Rossetti, 71, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 17, 2017.William was born on May 20, 1946 to the late Frank A. and Dora (Osta) Rossetti. He loved time spent outdoors hunting and fishing with family and friends. He was the proud proprietor of American Paving, which served the area for over 35 years. He is survived by...
Paul A. Grabowski, Sr.
Dec 17, 2017
Colonie- Paul A. Grabowski, Sr., 53, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2017 in Albany, NY. Born on July 3, 1964 in East Orange, NJ, Paul is the son of Carolyn (Lynn) Grabowski of Loudonville.Paul is survived by his wife of 9 years, Joanne (Grzyboski) Grabowski; his son Paul (Angie Merritt) Grabowski, Jr.; his grandson, Paul the III; his step-children:...
Ralph J. Laver
Dec 17, 2017
Loudonville- Ralph J. Laver, 98, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 17, 2017 with his loving family by his side. Ralph was the son of the late John and Susan Laver and the devoted husband of 58 years to the late Lucy Laver. Ralph was a World War II Veteran, a past member of the Shaker Road Fire Department and...
Ninel Rabovsky
Dec 17, 2017
Albany- Ninel Rabovsky, 85, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, December 17, 2017. Ninel is survived by her son Sergey Rabovsky (Yelena) and her grandchildren, Boris and Igor and her brother Albert Mednik of Gomel, Belarus. A funeral ceremony will begin at 10:00am on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 181...
Beulah Wimbush
Dec 15, 2017
Albany- Beulah "Ma" Wimbush, 85, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Ma was born in Halifax, VA to the late Alex and Kathleen Bailey on October 13, 1932. She was the wife of the late Robert Wimbush for over 50 years until his passing in 2000. Together they raised seven children. Ma will be...
Antoinette (Graziano) Laporte
Dec 14, 2017
Albany~ Antoinette (Graziano) LaPorte, 98, of Albany, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2017 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital with her loving family by her side. Born in Caserta, Italy, Antoinette was the daughter of the late John and Angela (Cafaro) Graziano. She was the devoted wife to the late Earl LaPorte. They were married 57 years...
Roberto L. Colon
Dec 14, 2017
ALBANY-Roberto L. Colon passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2017.Roberto was a loving father, husband, brother, uncle, son and friend. Everyone who knew him loved him. He will be deeply missed by those who had the privilege to know and love him. He was the biggest Batman fan and he will be remembered as Batman himself. He had a passion...
