Jill B. Wilson
May 26, 2017
AMSTERDAM-Jill B. Wilson (née Jerry) of Amsterdam NY, aged 68, went home to be with the Lord on May 26th, 2017 after a brave fight with cancer.Born in Plattsburgh, NY as the daughter of late Albert Jerry of Plattsburgh, NY and June Mahar of Guilderland, NY, Jill was the cherished wife of Daniel Wilson of Amsterdam, NY whom she was...
Donna Lee Kelly Soler
May 26, 2017
Green Island- Donna Lee Kelly Soler, 56, was called home to our Lord after her yearlong battle with cancer. Donna, born on August 7, 1960 to Jefferson Kelly and Patricia Tervay Kelly. She married Nicholas Soler in 2001; Donna raised her three wonderful children, Matthew, Nicole, and Antonio; along with being a great mother, she was dedicated to her five...
Sarah Churchill Downes
May 25, 2017
Albany, NY - Sarah Churchill Downes (Sally), 81, died on May 25, 2017 of natural causes. Sally was born in New York City on November 13, 1935 to Lawrence and Elizabeth Churchill and grew up with two siblings, Susan and Lawrence, in Delmar, NY. Sally married Edward J. Downes, Jr. in 1957. They had four children together, Edward, Stephen, Elizabeth...
Elaine C. Hoyt
May 25, 2017
Elaine C. Hoyt, 97, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 25, 2017 at Albany Medical Center with her loving family by her side. Elaine was the daughter of the late Edward and Ionia Fuller. Elaine was the devoted wife of over 58 years, to the late William H. Hoyt, Jr. Elaine graduated from Storer College of Harper's Ferry, West Virginia...
John Dominick Morrell
May 24, 2017
ALBANY - John Dominick Morrell, 91 of Albany, New York, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 24, 2017. Born on May 5, 1926 in Albany, New York, John graduated from Coeymans High School and went on to study at Hudson Valley Community College. He served his country in the US Air Corps during World War II. In 1949 he married...
Esther L. Lagrave
May 24, 2017
COLONIE-Esther La Grave, 86, passed away on May 24, 2017.She is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Donald La Grave; sons Ronald (J.J.) La Grave, Brian La Grave; grandchildren, Josh, Tina and Zack. Services will be private.
Robert E. Johnson
May 24, 2017
Colonie- Robert E. Johnson, 61, died peacefully next to his loving wife, after a courageous battle with cancer. A lifelong resident of Albany, he is predeceased by his father Joseph and mother Irene. He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Frances; his brother Daniel (Joan) Johnson; his father-in-law Forrest K. Holmes; his brothers-in-law Forrest (Lynda) Holmes, Steven (Howard)...
Philip J. Lemieur
May 24, 2017
LATHAM - Philip J. Lemieur, 83, passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at Albany Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Phil was born on March 27, 1934 in Green Island and was the son of the late Philip L. and Anna Rita (Burke) Lemieur. He worked for many years at Williams Press as a foreman before the business...
Helen M. Dehring
May 24, 2017
Albany ~Helen M. Dehring, 89 of Albany, passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 with her loving family by her side. Helen was the daughter of the late Feodor Stasko and Rose (Hadggck) Stasko. She was the devoted wife to the late Joseph Dehring.Helen was involved in various real estate agencies before opening her very own firm. She was the...
John "Jack" Palella
May 24, 2017
Watervliet- John "Jack" Palella, 62, passed away suddenly after a brief illness on Wednesday, May 24, 2017. He was the son of the late Carmen and Helene Palella. Jack is survived by his two children, Jeanette Palella and John M. Palella II as well as many cousins, nephews and nieces. He is also survived by his "second daughter" Sandra Novak....
Luella B. Edwards
May 23, 2017
ROTTERDAM ~Luella B. Edwards, 89, of Rotterdam passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2017.Luella was the daughter of the late Harry and Marion Williams. Luella was the devoted wife to the late Kenny Edwards. They were married 10 years. Luella was a member of the Moose Lodge for many years and Carmen United Methodist Church. Luella enjoyed many hobbies including...
Markin J. Smith
May 23, 2017
ALBANY-Markin J. Smith, 49, passed away on May 23, 2017 at Albany Medical Center.Markin in survived by his mother, Dorothy Smith; son, Jahmear Martin; sister, Valerie Smith-Butler and a host of family and friends.He was predeceased by his father, Martin James Smith and his sister, Vonda Smith.Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 from 10-11am at New Comer...
Samuel Towner Dollard, Jr.
May 23, 2017
Albany ~Samuel "Duke" Dollard Jr., 91, passed away peacefully at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany, on May 23rd, at 12:00 pm after a short illness. Duke was born in Albany, NY to Towner A. and Veralyn (Ruhl) Dollard at his family home. He was the husband of Anne Marie Mohan, they were married for 65 years before she...
Gerald T. Singley Jr.
May 23, 2017
ALBANY-Gerald T. "Jerry" Singley Jr., 61, passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 surrounded by the love of his family. Jerry was born in Albany, NY on May 11, 1956 to Gerry and Ellen Singley. Jerry worked many different jobs in his lifetime. He worked as a supervisor at Transworld Records and OneWay Records, and he worked in many different...
Larry J. Gagliardi Sr.
May 23, 2017
Albany- Larry J. "Butch" Gagliardi Sr., 74, passed away, May 23, 2017 surrounded by his family. He was the son of the late Benito Gagliardi. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Rosemary (Salvo) Gagliardi. Larry was honorably discharged from the United States Army in 1961 and then started his career in law enforcement in 1964. He...
Walter A. Leclair
May 22, 2017
WALTER A. LECLAIR, age 87 of Altamont, NY passed away on Monday, May 22, 2017.Born on November 23, 1929 in Jay, N.Y., he was the son of the late George and MaryLeClair.Walt served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He worked as a MaintenanceSupervisor at SUNY Albany for many years before retiring. Walt had a talent and passionfor...
Frank M Borrero
May 22, 2017
Francisco Borrero of Utuado,Puerto Rico husband of the late Patricia Borrero passed away May 22,2017 peacefully.Father of Tina Larkin, Frankie Borrero Jr., and Christina Shord, Grandfather of David Larkin and Ariana Shord, and Great Grandfather of Gabriel Larkin. He is survived by one sister Nita Borrero. Frank was a loving uncle to many. Donations can be made to Conquerchiari.org
Michael E. Caprara
May 22, 2017
Scotia- Michael E. Caprara, 66, passed away peacefully with his loving wife by his side on May 22, 2017 at his home. Born on May 4, 1951 in Amsterdam, NY, he was the son of the late Gino and Dorothy (Farone) Caprara. He graduated from Wilbur H. Lynch High School. Mike worked at Kapstone Container as a graphic designer for...
David J. Zampella
May 22, 2017
Schenectady- David J. Zampella, Sr., 65, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2017. He was born on September 17, 1951 to Elinor Zampella and the late Jacob Zampella. David worked for Plug Power in Latham as a proud member of the mechanical engineering team for 18 years. He enjoyed bass fishing, music, and loved his family above all else. He...
Francis Gerard Rhatigan
May 22, 2017
ALTAMONT- Francis G. "Jerry" Rhatigan, 79, passed away on May 22, 2017 at Albany Medical Center.He was born on April 3, 1938 son of the late Francis P. and Edna G. (Menriski) Rhatigan in Oceanside, NY.Jerry worked as a Parts Supervisor at Grumman Aerospace in Bethpage, NY until his retirement at which time he relocated to the West Coast of...
