Obituaries
Edward Edmund Legg, Sr.
2025
Petersburg- Edward Edmund Legg, Sr., 80, passed away Monday, March 3, 2025 with his loving family by his side. Edward was the son of the late Luther and Mabel Legg. Edward was the devoted husband to the late Marjorie Legg.
Edward worked at Fort Orange Papermill for 30 years, then Bond till he retired. He also enjoyed going to the Casino.
Edward...
Janice C. Turso
2025
It is with profound sadness, we announce the passing of Janice C. Turso, aged 82 in Rotterdam, NY on March 3, 2025.
Jan was born on July 18, 1942 in Chattanooga, TN to James N. and Georgia Cox. She graduated from Chattanooga High School and joined the US Air Force, where she met William E. Turso, whom she married in 1962.
She...
Nelson A. Parker
Mar 3, 2025
Nelson A. Parker, 83, husband to Kathy Parker, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025.
In his earlier life, Nelson served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War era. Nelson held a position with the Watervliet Arsenal for over 25 years, eventually retiring. He was active in Guilderland Firehouse, holding many positions including past fire chief. After retirement, he...
Jean E. Lewis
2025
Jean E. Lewis, 90, wife to Albert H. Lewis, went home to the Lord on Sunday, March 2, 2025.
Born on May 19, 1934, in Saint Ann Jamaica, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Constance (Virgo) Webb.
While in Jamaica; before marriage she worked as a manager of a jewelry store. After marriage she was a stay at home...
Wayne P. Hopper
2025
Rotterdam- Wayne P. Hopper, 84, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born September 18, 1940 to the late Harold and Irene Hopper in Suffern, NY. Wayne attended Clarkstown North High School. He and his wife Donna, of 45 years, lived in Cornwall, NY for 35 years and recently moved to Rotterdam, NY to be closer...
Candi Lashley
Mar 1, 2025
Candi M. Lashley (Koeppe), 67, passed away peacefully March 1, 2025 at Albany Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.
Candi was born in Albany, NY on November 30th, 1957. She was the daughter of the late Janet and Fritz Koeppe
Candi loved spending time with her family, friends, and her beloved cat, Strawberry Lashley. She also enjoyed playing bingo. Candi will...
Stanley Greer
Mar 1, 2025
Stanley Greer Sr., 60, husband of Ruth Reyes-Greer of Albany, passed away Saturday, March 1st, 2025 at Albany Medical Center.
He was born Feb 23, 1965 in Hempstead LI. Raised with his siblings by their mother, the late Katherleen Greer, he was baptized at Faith Baptist Church by Rev. Dr. Gerald S. White. Stanley had a very active childhood, he sang...
Beatrice M. Sano
Mar 1, 2025
Sano, Beatrice D’Augustine – passed away peacefully at home on a beautiful sunny morning, March 1, in the loving company of her husband. Born in Albany she was the daughter of the late Louis D’Augustine and Mary Rose Lanese. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 68 years, John J. (Dukie) Sano, and her loving and endearing...
Richard T. Strath
Mar 1, 2025
COLONIE----Richard T. Strath, born in Monticello, NY, raised in Colonie, NY, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2025 at the age of 65, surrounded by his loving family.
He was the son of the late Robert Strath and Joan Dexter-Strath. Richard enlisted in the US Navy Submarine Service in 1976, he served his country as a Torpedoman’s Mate on the USS...
Patricia H. Pomakoy
Feb 28, 2025
SELKIRK - Patricia H. Pomakoy, 83, wife of the late Joseph T. Pomakoy of Selkirk, passed away Friday, February 28, 2025 at Daughters of Sarah Nursing Home.
Born November 12, 1941 in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of the late Edward J. and Mary A. Foley (Burgess). Patricia was a graduate of Cardinal McCloskey Memorial High School.
She worked for over...
Maria C. Lobo
Feb 27, 2025
Maria C. Lobo, 91, of Albany, NY passed away peacefully on February 27,2025 surrounded by her loved ones. Born on January 15,1934 in Goa, India she was the daughter of John and Leopoldina D'Souza. She was a devoted sister to the late Ida (India), Antoinette (India) and is survived by sister Eliza (Canada) and many loving nieces and nephews.
Maria was...
John J. Beaudoin
Feb 27, 2025
Troy- John J. Beaudoin, 79, of Troy, went home to be with the Lord Jesus on Thursday, February 27, 2025
Born in Troy on November 10, 1945, he was the son of the late John J. Beaudoin and Marion V. Beaudoin of Troy, and husband of Gail Beaudoin (Powell).
John was a graduate of Catholic Central High School, Troy and Chauffer's Training...
Donna M. Tidings
Feb 27, 2025
Donna M. Tidings, 63, of Colonie, NY, passed away suddenly but peacefully on Thursday, February 27,2025, at her home.
Born on October 1, 1961, in Albany, NY, Donna was the beloved daughter of the late James and Joan (Lill) Tidings. She graduated from Mercy High School in 1979 and went on to earn an Associate of Applied Science degree in Liberal...
Dietbald "Dieter" R. Scholer
Feb 26, 2025
Dietbald "Dieter" R. Scholer, 81, proudly born in Germany to the late Rudolph and Hildegard Scholer, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 in Guilderland.
After being trained as a chef in Europe, he immigrated to the United States at a young age to pursue the great American dream. He later served in the United States Army which he took great...
Joseph John Polaro
Feb 26, 2025
Joseph John Polaro, 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 with his loving family by his side. Joseph was the son of the late Anthony and Mary Polaro. He was the devoted husband of over 45 years to Margaret Polaro.
He worked as a printer with Boyd Printing in Albany for 35 years until his retirement.
Joseph was a member...
Francis "Butch" E. Brady
Feb 25, 2025
ALBANY- Francis E. “Butch” Brady, age 78, passed away on February 25, 2025.
He was born in Troy, the son of the late Francis J. and Janet Brady.
Butch was a mechanic for over 50 years, working at various garages. He enjoyed fishing, attending car shows, and anything to do with cars.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Patricia; children:...
Stella Birnbach
Feb 25, 2025
Scotia NY-
Stella M. Birnbach, 92, passed away on February 25, 2025 surrounded her loving family. She was born in Albany, daughter of the late John & Rosalia Chmielewski.
She was married to her beloved husband John F. Birnbach for 43 years. Stella was a proud member of the Fuller road Firehouse Ladies Auxiliary. She loved playing slots at the casino, being...
Julius "Skip" Aycox
Feb 25, 2025
Julius "Skip" Aycox, Jr., 80, Glenville, NY, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at Glendale Nursing Home. Born April 5, 1944, in Schenectady, NY., he was the son of the late Carrie Nell Miller and Julius R. Aycox.
Mr. Aycox received both a B.A. and M.S. in Education from SUNY Oneonta, a School Administration Certificate at SUNY Albany, and a...
John F. Kaminsky
Feb 24, 2025
John F. Kaminsky, a resident of Guilderland, New York, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, February 24, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of Sylvia Kaminsky.
Born on January 14, 1939, in Binghamton, New York, John was the son of the late John and Josephine Kaminsky.
John was a dedicated lifelong learner, graduating from Binghamton...
John Madison
Feb 24, 2025
John Madison, 77, passed away peacefully on February 24th, 2025 with his beloved wife and son by his side. He was born in Hudson NY. John retired in 1991 from Albany Police Department. He was also served in the NY Army National Guard.
A visitation will be held on Friday March 7th from 4pm-7pm at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343...
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