Sep 25, 2024

Watervliet - George D. Garmley, Jr., 75, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late George D. Garmley, Sr. and Rose Garmley. George was a devoted husband to the late Theodora Marie Garmley. They were lifetime partners for 54 years. 

George enlisted in the Army where he...

Sep 25, 2024

Susan H. Matan of Guilderland passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.

She was predeceased by her parents, Gladys J. and Arthur A. Wilkes; her daughter, Patty and sons, Bobby and Jimmy.

Upon retiring from the NYS Insurance Dept., she enjoyed spending time with her family at Brant Lake.

She is survived by her sons, Jay (Becki), David and Bill; her sisters, Nancy...

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Sep 24, 2024

COHOES - Patricia Ann McCray, 77, passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.

 Patricia was born on May 11, 1947 in Camp Hill, Alabama, daughter of the late Henry H. and Ruth (Smith) Roberts Sr. She was also predeceased by her husband, Sandy McCray and her son, Thaddeus Orlando McCray Sr.

 Patricia is survived by her son, Terence McCray; her brothers, Henry...

Sep 24, 2024

Troy-Joyce Lettrick Welcome, 86, was the daughter of Henry and Slyvia Lettrick. She was born on February 2, 1938 and died on September 24, 2024. Joyce was the wife of Robert Welcome and mother of Susan Bender, Janet Casey, Robert (Debra) Welcome, Ann (Ed) Ambrozaitis and Thomas (Lisa) Welcome. Joyce cherished being a Granny and Great Grandma. She leaves behind...

Sep 23, 2024

ALBANY - Herbert L. Darling, 46, born in Memphis, TN on December 18th 1977, departed this life suddenly and tragically on September 23, 2024.

Leaving to treasure his memory is his wife, Consoula Darling of Albany; his mother and father, Mr. Booker T. Jones and Gloria Jones of Como, Mississippi; his four children, Annissa, JaLon, JaVon and JaQuan; his six grandchildren,...

Sep 23, 2024

COLONIE- Francis D. Stadler, age 85, passed away suddenly at his residence on September 23, 2024.

He was born in Philadelphia, PA, the son of the late Daniel and Paula Stadler. He was also predeceased by his loving wife Patricia Stadler and his sister Louise Cotton.

Dan retired from Coca-Cola and in retirement started his own guide service, Fins & Feathers. He...

Sep 22, 2024

SCHENECTADY – Neal D. Scott, 68, of Schenectady passed away unexpectedly on Sunday September 22, 2024 at Albany Medical Center.

He was born on May 16, 1956, the only son of the late Thomas Henry Scott and Sylvia (Bailey) Scott.

Neal was a big kid with a heart of gold. He was truly a kindhearted and loving person who would give the...

Sep 21, 2024

Michael Wekszner, aged 68, peacefully passed away on Saturday, September , 2024, at his home, surrounded by his beloved family. He was a devoted husband to Jackie Wekszner for over 54 years.

In honoring his memory, funeral service will be private.

Friends family are invited to share their memories of Michael or leave a special message for his family in the guest...

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Pam M. Maurer, 76, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024.

Born on August 10, 1948, in Albany NY, she was the daughter of the late Elwyn and Margaret Parker. 

Pam is survived by her daughter Michelle R. Maurer; her brother, Paul (Alice) Parker; sister Penny (Joe) Barone; and many nieces and nephews; and all who knew and loved, "Aunt Pammy."

Friends and...

Sep 19, 2024

William G. Nelson Sr.

August 16, 1942 — September 19, 2024

Albany- William G. Nelson Sr., 82, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2024.William was the son of the late Claude and Mary (Frazier) Nelson.

A loving husband and father, he was committed to his faith, his family and making a better life for them.

William is predeceased by his wife of 60 years Mary...

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Joseph Patrick Igoe, 56, of Albany, entered eternal rest on September 18th 2024.Joey was born on February 20th 1968 at St Peters Hospital to Robert and Rosie (Galluzzo) Igoe of Albany.From a young age Joey was a hard worker, whether it be working at the candy shop, a paper boy for the Times Union or being an alter boy at...

Sep 18, 2024

GUILDERLAND- Arthur J. Ferguson, age 98, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 18, 2024.

He was born in Albany, the son of the late Evaline Cook Ferguson and Charles Ferguson. He was also predeceased by his wife Jane and his brother Charles.

Arthur graduated from Albany High School then joined the Army, serving during WW II as a Radar Operator...

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Clifton Park - Irene Christophers, 67, loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024 in Albany, NY. Born June 1st in Manhattan, New York, Irene was the firstborn daughter of the late Ramona Emilia and Herbert Christophers. She grew up in Massapequa Park, Long Island with her parents and five siblings: older brother Robert,...

Sep 17, 2024

Cohoes — Paul C. Varin, born in Chazy Lake, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday September 17, 2024.

He was the beloved father of Sharon Murray (late George) of Watervliet, NY, and Paul Varin I l (Patricia) of Michigan.

Paul was predeceased by his mother, Dollie, his father Vivian, and his siblings Gene, George, Robert, Rufus, Theodore, Agnes,...

Sep 17, 2024

Mark C. Mizener of Jordanville, New York peacefully passed away in his sleep on the morning of Tuesday, September 17, 2024. 

Mark was born in Schenectady, New York and was the son of Lauraine Palmer. He grew up in Schenectady with his mother and two Aunts as he attended Linton high school. 

From a young age Mark loved horses and car shows...

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Charles (Akbar aka Chuckie) Welcome of Albany, NY entered eternal rest on September 17, 2024. Ak, as he loved to be called, was born on October 28, 1952 in Albany, NY to Ida Belle and Edward Welcome Sr. Throughout his younger years, Charles attended Albany school district. During these years, he also received certificates of completion for paralegal in November...

Sep 17, 2024

Colonie - Margaret Angilletta Rotondaro ,95, passed away on September 17th, 2024. Margaret was born on May 28th, 1929, in Schenectady, NY, the daughter of the late Carmel and Mary Simpson Angilletta. 

She married Richard Rotondaro and settled in Colonie, NY where she raised her three sons. Margaret was a homemaker while her sons were young and then went on to...

Sep 17, 2024

William A. Schoonmaker, 74,  passed away at home on September 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife, Dorothy and family after a long sickness. He was under hospice care and the family would like to thank all those who assisted. 

At this time, no services are planned but a celebration of life will occur in the future.   

In lieu of flowers...

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Stephen J. Rzany passed away suddenly on Monday, September 16, 2024 at St. Peter’s Hospital. Steve was born in Albany, NY and lived in Voorheesville, NY his entire life. He was the son of Charles and Sadie (Skalski) Rzany.

Steve served in the U.S. Army and was stationed at Shape Air Force Base in Belgium as a Fireman and honorably discharged....