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....
Clement E. Viola Jr.
Oct 3, 2018
Niskayuna - Clement Viola, 87, passed away unexpectedly, on October 3, 2018, after experiencing a medical emergency at home. He was born on August 26, 1931, in Manhattan, NY, and was the second eldest of four children born to the late Clement Sr. and Jenny Viola. Clement lived in the Bronx for the first 34 years of his life. Before...
David J. Gaul
Oct 3, 2018
Voorheesville- David J. Gaul, 73, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 3, 2018 with his family by his side. He was born on November 11, 1944 son of the late Ray and Gladys Gaul.David was a talented mechanic. He and his wife started Village Auto Supply, the first auto parts store and machine shop in Voorheesville. He had a passion...
Scott Lucas Kernozek
Oct 3, 2018
Scott Lucas Kernozek, 31, passed away on Wednesday, October 3, 2018. Scott was the son of Alexander Kernozek and the late Laurie (Sprague) Kernozek. He was a loving son, brother and father that loved spending time with his family. He was a man of many hobbies including fishing, drawing, camping and strumming on his guitar always getting the most out...
Lovie Mae Collins Coleman
Oct 3, 2018
It is with deep sadness the family announces the passing of Lovie Mae Collins Coleman, 72, on October 3, 2018 in Colonie, New York. Born on April 6, 1946 to the late Thelma Collins in Crandall, Mississippi the first born of twelve. Preceded in death by her sisters Sheila Collins, Patricia Gibbs, Joyce Scott, brother Ronnie Collins, George Collins and...
Ivon N. Clarke
Oct 3, 2018
Albany~Ivon N. Clarke, 65, of Albany, passed away on Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at St. Peter's Hospital with his loving family by his side. Born on November 30, 1952 in Jamaica, West Indies, Ivon was the son of the late Dermot and Violet (Palmer) Clarke.He is survived by his sister, Meril (Jean) Jacques; his brothers, Melvin (Panzea) Clarke, Murray (Rose)...
Joshua M. Prusky
Oct 2, 2018
Latham- It is with great sadness that the family of Joshua M. Prusky announces his passing on, Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at the age of 33. Josh was the son of Linda M. Rogers and the beloved father of Maelyn, Brianna and Joshua Jr. He is also survived by his siblings Jeremy Prusky, Amy Quandt, Kyle Rogers and Amanda Rogers,...
Gary W. Spaulding
Oct 2, 2018
ROTTERDAM- Gary W. Spaulding, 65, passed away after a hard fought courageous battle with cancer on Monday, October 1, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. Gary was born in Schenectady, NY on August 26, 1953 to Robert and Loretta Spaulding. Gary served his country honorably in the United States Army, serving overseas during the Vietnam War. After his military service...
John Rucker
Oct 2, 2018
With great sadness, we the family of John Edward Rucker announce his passing at 2:00 A.M. on October 2, 2018 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, N.Y. Our brother John, born on February 17, 1942, was a longtime resident of Rensselaer, N.Y. At the time of his transition, he resided in the Kingsway Community located at 5000 Queen Philomena Boulevard, Schenectady,...
John L. Tedesco
Oct 2, 2018
COLONIE-John Louis Tedesco, 87, in the early morning of October 2, 2018 our beloved husband, father and grandfather died peacefully in the comfort of his home.He was born December 27, 1930 to the late John and Lucienne Tedesco.He is a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving as a paratrooper. After being honorably discharged, he began working for NY Telephone Company....
Larry Scott
Oct 1, 2018
Albany- Larry Scott, 70, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, October 1, 2018 after battling an illness for a couple of months. He was the son of the late Kenneth and Alice Scott. Larry is survived by his son, Lawrence Scott (Christine Fedoreshenko). Larry was employed and retired from the New York State OGS at...
Joe E. Murray
Sep 30, 2018
Troy- Joe E. Murray, 70, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Sunday, September 30, 2018. He was the son of the late Booker T. and Rozella Murray.Joe enjoyed listening to music especially Jimi Hendrix and Tina Turner. He also loved sports including, boxing, karate, football and NASCAR. He is survived by his three daughters,...
I. Magdalena Rivera
Sep 30, 2018
Menands - I. Magdalena Rivera, age 61, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on September 30, 2018 at Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Jorge E. and Myrthala Rivera (aka Pa and Ma). She missed her parents very much and is now with them. She was a tough cookie for a long...
Lorine M. Rivers
Sep 29, 2018
Latham - Lorine M. Rivers, 64, passed away on September 30, 2018 at Samaritan Hospital.Lorine resided in Latham and was an avid computer user, loved movies, drawing and latch hooking.Lorine was born in Schenectady on July 24, 1954 and was the daughter of the late Howard M. Henderson and Arlene R. Griffin. She is survived by her sisters, Brenda J....
Patricia C. Simonson
Sep 29, 2018
Colonie~ Patricia C. Simonson, 85, of Colonie, passed away on Saturday, September 29, 2018.Born in Saranac, NY on November 24, 1932, Patricia was the daughter of the late Paul and Lydia (Morse) Connor. She was the devoted wife of Merritt W. Simonson. Together they were married 57 years. Loving mother of Kristine Ryder of Rensselaer and Karen Fairlee of Schenectady....
Russel M. Lawrence, Sr.
Sep 29, 2018
Colonie- Russel M. Lawrence,Sr., 88, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. The son of the late Elbert and Rachel (Decker) Lawrence, Russel was born on April 23, 1930 in Westport, NY. Russel is predeceased by his wife Judith W. Lawrence of 59 years. He is...
Thomas P. Smith
Sep 29, 2018
COLONIE- Thomas P. Smith, 87, passed away on September 29, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 15, 1930 son of the late Thomas F. and Helen (Tackney) Smith in Union City, NJ.Tom was a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving in the Korean War. He was employed by Continental Can Company from 1948-1984 in 3...