Joann R. Reed
Dec 25, 2017
Cohoes- Joann R. Reed, 74, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 25, 2017. Born in Troy, NY she was the daughter of the late Ruth and Nicholas Maselli Sr. Joann is survived by her husband of 55 years, William A. Reed.Joann enjoyed traveling with William and the rest of the family as well as camping. She loved animals and loved...
Russell L. Slater
Dec 24, 2017
Niskayuna- Russell L. Slater, 56, passed away peacefully after a long illness on Sunday December 24, 2017 at Ellis Hospital, with his loving family by his side. Born on September 28, 1961, he was the youngest child of Josephine Slater of Niskayuna.
Russ graduated from Niskayuna High School in 1979. His passion for cooking led to the opening of the Carillion...
Anne E Wagner
Dec 24, 2017
ALBANY- Anne Elizabeth Dalton Wagner, 57, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2017 surrounded by her family at St. Peter's Hospice Inn. She was the daughter of the late Edward and Nancy Dalton. Anne is survived by her beloved partner Charles Cramer, loving siblings; Margaret (Frank) Delgado of Delmar, Dan (Maureen) Dalton of Liverpool, and David (Dean Keller) Dalton of...
Michael R. Vandenburg
Dec 24, 2017
COLONIE- Michael R. VanDenburg, 59, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, December 24, 2017. Mick was born in Niskayuna, NY to the late Edward VanDenburg and Leah Egan on April 8, 1958. When Mick was 18 he suffered from an accident that left him a quadriplegic. He struggled his whole life for everything he had, and he will...
Michael K. Pinchuk
Dec 24, 2017
SCHENECTADY- Michael K. Pinchuk, 66, passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2017 surrounded by the love of his family. Mike was born Columbus, MS on November 16, 1951 to the late Michael and Doris Pinchuk. Mike worked for Mental Health Association in New York State as an accountant for over 20 years. Mike is survived by his beloved wife of...
Henry A. Bessette
Dec 24, 2017
LATHAM - Henry A. Bessette, 82, died peacefully on Sunday, December 24, 2017. Born in North Adams, MA on September 24, 1935, Henry was predeceased by his parents, Henry Z. and Florence (O'Brien) Bessette; brother, Lawrence Bessette and sister, Jacqueline Lynch. Henry is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Helen A. (Wilkins) Bessette. Raised in Cohoes, NY, Henry...
Joseph C. Rosano
Dec 23, 2017
ALBANY- Joseph C. Rosano, 89, of Albany went home to eternal rest on Saturday, December 23, 2017.He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Louis and Alice Rosano.Joe was married to his beloved wife Ruth for 52 years until her passing in 2005. Joe graduated from Philip Schuyler High School. He was a Veteran of the...
Mark S. Rockwell
Dec 23, 2017
Schenectady - Mark S. Rockwell, 64, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 23, 2017 at St. Peter's Hospital.Born on September 6, 1953 in Troy, son of Vicky Rockwell. He was a lifelong resident of Colonie. Mark attended Colonie Central High.Mark began his career at a young age as an auto Body Technician and grew swiftly to a well respected artisan.Besides...
Joan Maybo
Dec 23, 2017
Joan Maybo, 72Joan Maybo, of Colonie, was called to heaven on December 23rd at 1:00 am. However, as usual she arrived 15 minutes early. She entered into eternal peace at Kingsway Nursing Home after a hard fought battle with ALS. Born in in Albany, NY on September 17, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Dorothea Manhey.Joan...
Richard Conley
Dec 23, 2017
Albany- Richard M. "Mr. C" "Coach" "Roc" Conley, 74, passed away suddenly on December 23, 2017 at St. Peter's Hospital. Born and raised in Albany, Rich graduated from St. Joseph's Academy. He worked for the New York State Office of General Services as a painting supervisor until his retirement. Rich was a sports fanatic, both playing and coaching. He was...
Andrew M. Yankowski
Dec 22, 2017
ALBANY- Andrew M. Yankowski, 53, of Albany, died Friday, December 22, 2017 after a brief illness. Born in Albany, Andy was the son of the late Deacon Frank E. Yankowski and Jacqueline Murphy Yankowski. Andy was a graduate of Lasalle Institute class of 1982. Andy had been employed with several grocery stores in the Capital Region and the City of...
Jeanne B. Freeman
Dec 22, 2017
Jeanne B. Freeman (Allison), 89, passed away peacefully at the Schenectady Center for Rehab & Nursing on December 22, 2017.She was a lifelong resident of Cohoes. She was the daughter of John Alexander (Jack) Allison and Mary Johanna (Rajhel) Allison. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, George H. Freeman.Jeanne is survived by her daughter, Anita J. (Cammuso) Miller; her...
Mary I. Boshea
Dec 22, 2017
Loudonville-Mary I. Boshea, 89, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 22, 2017 at her home surrounded by her loving family.Born on September 2, 1928 in Michigan, a daughter of the late Thor and Emma Lovvig Sandwick. Mary moved to the area at a young age, she graduated from Roessleville High School. Mary's most rewarding job was being able to stay...
Harvey D. Evans
Dec 21, 2017
Mr. Harvey Evans, 64, was the son of the late Clyde J. Evans and the late Lillian R. (McElroy) Evans. Harvey graduated from Mont Pleasant High School, and attended Schenectady County Community College. Mr. Evans leaves behind one sister, Celeste S. (Evans) Lewis; one brother-in-law, Nathaniel Lewis; and one nephew, Jordan B. Lewis all of North Carolina; two uncles Robert...
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...