Anne C. Czesak
Feb 3, 2017
Schenectady- Anne C. Czesak, 87, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2017 in Schenectady, NY. The daughter of the late Paul and Anna (Jarosz) Jewula, she was born on December 3, 1929 in Buffalo, NY. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 57 years, Paul J. Czesak. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her...
Virginia B. Bastiani
Feb 3, 2017
ALBANY- Virginia B. Bastiani, 94, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2017 at the Wesley Health Care Center in Saratoga Springs.She was born on November 23, 1922 the daughter of the late Bruno and Evangeline (Vitali) Bastiani in Parsons, PA.Virginia was a graduate of Cathedral Academy in Albany. She worked for many years as a file clerk for the NYS...
Mark R. Benjamin
Feb 2, 2017
Schenectady- Mark R. Benjamin, 63, passed away suddenly after a short battle with cancer on Thursday, February 2, 2017.Loving husband of 36 years to Marcia L. Benjamin and father to Marcy Benjamin and Mickayla Benjamin. Mark is also survived by his loving sister and sisters-in-law, Terry B. Reilly, Paula Benjamin, and Patricia Doleski; brother-in-law, Steven Doleski; sister, Rickena Lobdell; nieces,...
Earl B. Blasch
Feb 2, 2017
COLONIE- Earl B. Blasch, 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 2, 2017 with family by his side. He was born in Cincinnati, OH to the late Earl R. and Loretta Blasch.Earl proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II as a medic in the South Pacific.Earl graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a...
Constantine "Gus" Quine
Feb 2, 2017
TROY - Constantine "Gus" Quine, 79, passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2017 at the Home of the Good Shepherd in Malta. Gus was born in Troy on June 12, 1937 to Peter and Stravrula Eftaxas Quine, both first generation Greek immigrants. His family moved several times during the Great Depression, finally settling in Troy. He received his Bachelor's Degree...
Kurt P. Dano
Feb 2, 2017
Albany - Kurt Potter Dano, 86, formerly of Watertown, passed away at St Peter's Hospice Inn on February 2, 2017 with his loving family by his side. He was born in Clayton, NY on August 17, 1930 and was the son of Melzer & Oleta Potter Dano. He was the devoted husband of Angela Burdick Dano who passed away in...
Elizabeth A. Johnson
Feb 1, 2017
Albany – Elizabeth A. Johnson, 81, passed away on February 1, 2017.Visitations will be held at Mount Calvary Church on Friday, February 10 from 10 – 12 pm. Services to immediately follow. Interment will be at Graceland Cemetery.
Lorraine R. Chase
Feb 1, 2017
SCHENECTADY- Lorraine R. Chase, 66, passed away at her home on Wednesday, February 1, 2017 with her loving husband by her side. Lorraine was born in Albany, NY on August 23, 1950 to the late Robert and Rita Adams. On December 4, 1971 Lorraine married the love of her life, Larry Chase. They were married for 45 years. Together they...
Ann Catherine Vandenberg
Feb 1, 2017
Albany - Ann Vandenberg, 68, passed away on Tuesday, February 1, 2017. Ann was born in Philadelphia, PA, to the late John D. Vandenberg Sr., and Kathleen (Curley) Vandenberg. She was the eldest in a family of three, having two younger brothers, John and Tom. Ann was a long-time Capital District resident. Ann graduated from Syracuse University and later she...
Robert F. Bahan
Feb 1, 2017
Loudonville- Robert F. Bahan, 79, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 1, 2017. He was the son of the late Ralph and Dora Bahan. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Marcia A. Bahan.In addition to his wife Bob is survived by his two children, Lori L. Bahan and Joseph R. Bahan as well as one grandson,...
Lisa J. Pigliavento
Feb 1, 2017
West Palm Beach, FL- Lisa J. Pigliavento went on to be with the Lord on February 1, 2017 with her family and friends by her side. Lisa was an inspirational, strong, kindhearted, courageous woman who was full of life. She was a 6 year breast cancer survivor, through which she never complained and continued to live life to the fullest....
Paul Barry
Feb 1, 2017
Albany - Paul Barry, 73, passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2017 with his loving family by his side. Paul was the devoted husband of 49 years to Francine Barry.Paul enjoyed reading, fishing, and spending time with his family, including his grand cats. He showed his strength and bravery through his battle to overcome illness. The family would like to extend...
Sarah Elizabeth Scott
Jan 31, 2017
Sarah Elizabeth Scott, 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at Rosewood Gardens. Sarah was the daughter of the late Bishop and Audrey Pulliam. She was a communicant of the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception, Albany for many years.Sarah loved to learn, she was still continuing her education until her illness prevented her to do so. She enjoyed reading,...
Nicholas T. Audi
Jan 31, 2017
Colonie- Nicholas T. Audi, 50, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on January 31, 2017. Nick was born on July 5, 1966 in Albany, son of the late Thomas J. and Rosemary (Polito) Audi. After graduating from Christian Brothers Academy and Siena College, Nick started his career as an accountant with Empire Blue Cross and Blue Shield, but...
George E. Slagen Jr.
Jan 31, 2017
Voorheesville-George (Skip) Edward Slagen, Jr., 69, passed away suddenly on Tuesday morning January 31, 2017. "Skip" was born in Albany, the son of the late George E. and Elizabeth (Rogers) Slagen of East Greenbush, NY. He graduated from Columbia High School, class of 1965, and earned his Associates Degree in 1985 from SUNY Empire College. He started his Army career...
Lorraine D. Schleede
Jan 31, 2017
COLONIE- On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Lorraine D. Schleede, 88, of Colonie, New York passed away peacefully at home following a long illness.Lorraine was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Paul C. Schleede.Lorraine is survived by her son Christopher (Diane) Schleede, her daughters Susan (Jack) Walter, Melissa (Dennis) Perry; her grandchildren Sarah (David) Kingsland, Christopher M. (Kate) Schleede, Kate...
Carol A. Romel
Jan 31, 2017
NISKAYUNA- Carol A. Romel, 80, passed away on January 31, 2017 at The Capital Living Nursing & Rehabilitation Centre. Carol was born on December 31, 1936 daughter of the late James and Lillian Queeney in Schenectady.Carol worked at the Schenectady County Library and had a great love for reading and people. She will be dearly missed by her family and...
Marquita Smith
Jan 30, 2017
Marquita (Underdue) Smith was born May 2, 1961 in Schenectady, NY to Linwood and Mattie Smith Underdue. She entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 30, 2017 with her loving family by her side while a patient at St. Peter's Hospital.Marquita grew up in Schenectady and attended the Schenectady Public School System. She also attended Hudson Valley Community College. She...
Mary E. Middleton
Jan 29, 2017
TROY- Mary E. Middleton, 81, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, January 29, 2017. She was born in Horry County, SC on December 7, 1935 to the late Theodore Holmes, Sr. and Ethel (Corbitt) Holmes. She leaves her three cherished children, Roderick (Lillian) Middleton, Lemonia (Halton) Evans, Lazarus (Francine) Middleton, stepdaughter, Ebony (Bert) Middleton, brother, Theodore Holmes, Jr.,...
William Theodore Tiernan, Jr.
Jan 29, 2017
It's with a heavy heart and great sadness to hand William T. Tiernan, Jr. , born, December 6, 1931, over to the angels, on Sunday, January 29, 2017. An Albany native, Bill was born to the late Jesse Mae Tiernan, nee: Moore, and William T. Tiernan, Sr., and was the devoted husband to the late Judith Ann Tiernan, nee: Davies.Bill...
