Juanita Santana
Aug 16, 2018
ALBANY/BRONX, NY- Juanita Santana, age 79, passed away peacefully August 16, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.She was born March 8, 1939 in Puerto Rico.She was the cherished mother to Antonio, Victor, Rafael and Lisa; doting grandmother to 11 grandchildren and six great grandchildren.Relatives and friends are invited to attend her calling hours on Sunday, August 19, 2018 from 1...
Jack L. Plant
Aug 15, 2018
Guilderland - Jack L. Plant, 85 passed away peacefully on August 15, 2018 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany, NY. He was born in Albany, NY and was the son of the late Ruth Townsend Plant.Jack attended Philip Schuyler High School and later joined the U.S. Air Force and attended the flight academy. He worked for Verizon throughout his career...
William E. Fenelon
Aug 15, 2018
Ballston Spa- William E. Fenelon, son of the late Louis G. Fenelon and Margaret C. Fenelon, born October 31, 1932, in Bay Shore New York and resident of Colonie New York for 57 years prior to moving to the Saratoga area, passed August 15, 2018.Bill was married for 61 years to the love of his life, Marion, who survives him....
Robert C. Dames, Jr.
Aug 15, 2018
Colonie~Robert C. "Bobby" Dames, Jr., 57, of Colonie, passed away on Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at St. Peter's Hospital with his loving family by his side. Beloved son of Anna May Dames and the late Robert Dames, Sr., (2003) Loving husband to the late Joanne F. "Jojo" Dames (2016). Dearest brother of Linda Powell and Thomas Dames. Cherished uncle of...
John T. Skopp
Aug 15, 2018
John Theodore Skopp, 90, passed away on Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at Van Rensselaer Manor with his loving family by his side. John was the son of the late John and Delia Skopp. He was married to June Skopp for over 54 years.John proudly served with the United States Navy. He enjoyed playing cards, taking bus trips to different casinos...
Rosanne H. St. Hilaire
Aug 14, 2018
Cohoes- Rosanne H. St. Hilaire, 85, passed away peacefully on, Tuesday, August 14, 2018. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Emma Pelletier. Rosanne is predeceased by her husband, Roland St. Hilaire. Rosanne enjoyed doing her crossword puzzles while watching the Young and the Restless. She loved entertaining and cooking for her family. She is survived by her...
Jeanne H. Manss
Aug 14, 2018
Latham- Jeanne H. Manss, age 88, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2018 at The Eddy Village Green.Jeanne was born in Albany, the daughter of the late Jay and Mildred Malone. She proudly raised 4 daughters along with her late husband Richard. She entered the workforce as a professional secretary for years and retired from Liberty Mutual Insurance.She was a...
Nancy A. Williams
Aug 13, 2018
Cohoes- Nancy A. Williams, 79, passed away Monday, August 13, 2018. Nancy was the daughter of the late Leonard and Helen Williams. Nancy began her 34 year teaching career in 1961 in West Winfield N.Y. She then moved to Albany and taught in Forest Park Elementary School as a second grade teacher.Nancy is survived by her brothers, John (Joan) Williams...
Mary Ann Lasure
Aug 13, 2018
Waterford- Mary Ann Kearns LaSure, 90, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2018 at Daughters of Sarah Nursing Home in Albany. The daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Ports) Kearns, she was born on May 19, 1928 in Troy, NY. She was the wife of the late Floyd E. LaSure and sister to the late Frances Faraci, Eileen Cunco...
David Earl Wilson
Aug 13, 2018
David Earl Wilson, 55, passed away Monday, August 13, 2018 at home. Calling hours will be held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie, New York on Friday August 17, 2018 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 am at the Funeral home. Burial will be private.
"Maria" Thi Nguyen
Aug 12, 2018
Niskayuna~On August 12th, 2018 at 1905 hours, "Maria" Chien Nguyen answered the Lord's call surrounded by children and grandchildren. She was born on July 3rd, 1930 at Kim Bang HaNam. Maria Chien was the second oldest sibling of five, born to Nguyen Manh Van and Duong Thi Mien. Chien married in 1948 to Khai Q Tran. In 1954, she moved...
Shane E. Gorman
Aug 12, 2018
Cohoes- Shane E. Gorman, 39, passed away peacefully at home after a brief illness. He was the beloved son of Judith (Williams) and the late Edward Gorman. Shane was a graduate of Troy High School receiving a regent's honors diploma. Shane then graduated from MCLA receiving a teaching certificate for middle school English. He then went to HVCC to earn...
Willie J. Heath, Jr.
Aug 11, 2018
Willie J. Heath Jr.73 of Schenectady, New York passed from this life Saturday August 11 at Elllis Medical Center. Born in Tarboro, North Carolina he was employed for several years at Electric Boat in Groton. He also worked as a Connecticut State Trooper.He married his high school sweetheart Patricia Ann Perry. The two were married for more than forty- years...
James Earl
Aug 11, 2018
ALBANY- James "Doodle" Earl , 74, passed away Saturday, August 11, 2018. James was born on August 8, 1944, son of the late James and Wilhamena (Adams) Earl.He was an Iron Worker for Local 112 in Albany, NY. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend to many. He loved spending time with his family and dogs. Doodle will...
Evelyn J. Crawford
Aug 11, 2018
Scotia~Evelyn J. Crawford, 91 passed away on August 11, 2018. She was born in Castleton, NY September 15, 1926. Evelyn was the daughter of the late Emma R. Cleary. Mother of Donna Nichols (Charles), Grandmother of Nicole, Megan (dec) and Danielle, great granddaughters Emma & Riley. She was predeceased by her husband Herbert Crawford. Sister of Joseph (dec), Nora (dec),...
Lisa A. Persicke
Aug 10, 2018
Lisa A. Persicke, 68, died on Friday, August 10, 2018. Services will be at a later date. Burial will be private.
Robert L. Devenpeck
Aug 9, 2018
Colonie~Robert L. Devenpeck passed away at home with his loving family by his side on Thursday August 9, 2018 at the age of 83.Robert is survived by his loving wife Janis A. Devenpeck of 60 years.Robert is lovingly remembered by his children; Kevin (Mary), Mark, Keith (Rochelle), Mae Spink (Mark), grandchildren; Margaret, Nicholas, Victoria, Tyler, Joseph, and Robert, and great...
Jeffrey F. Rifenburgh
Aug 9, 2018
Colonie- Jeffrey F. Rifenburgh, 63, of Brunswick, died suddenly on August 9, 2018. Jeffrey was born to the late Anita and Fred Rifenburgh on February 8, 1955. Jeffrey was the beloved brother of Kenneth Rifenburgh (Michelle) of Pittstown. He was also the beloved uncle of Zachary Rifenburgh (Erica), Kayla Rifenburgh (Eric Desrosiers) of Hoosick Falls. He is also survived by...
Cindy M. Playford
Aug 8, 2018
Colonie~ Cindy M. Playford, 52, of Colonie, died peacefully at St. Peter's Hospice Inn on Wednesday, August 8, 2018, in the comfort of loved ones at her side. Born and raised in Ellenville, NY on May 24, 1966, Cindy was the daughter of the late Richard and Margaret (Foster) Playford. Cindy excelled in sports, and was quite competitive in basketball...
Joyce Ann Mayhew
Aug 8, 2018
Joyce Ann Mayhew, 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, August 8, 2018. She is the daughter of the late Amelia and Douglas Ferguson and the loving wife of the late Thomas Mayhew. Joyce loved reading and knitting and was interested in all history. Joyce enjoyed volunteering at the Troy Senior Center and the Saratoga Hospital. She...