John L. Murdick, Jr.
Feb 22, 2017
EAST BERNE-John L. "Mickey" Murdick, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Feb. 22, 2017.John was born to the late John L. Murdick, Sr. and Elizabeth (Fischer) Murdick on June 27, 1929 in Newark, NJ.John spent his childhood in the Albany area and attended Albany Schools. He worked at the Tobin Packing Company and enjoyed bartending at the Garden Grill. In...
Dale A. Riegel
Feb 21, 2017
ALBANY- Dale A. Riegel died peacefully after a brief illness on February 21, 2017 at Albany Medical Center.Dale was born on December 26, 1946 (same day as brother Tony in 1958) daughter of Arthur and Norma DeLuca.Dale retired from AMC after 42 years of service.She was a spirited and strong woman. She enjoyed visiting Saratoga Racetrack, especially on opening day....
Richard Forscy
Feb 21, 2017
Colonie- Richard Forscy, 84, went home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, February 21, 2017. He was the son of the late Walter and Muriel Forscy. He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Joyce Forscy. He enjoyed many years boating and camping on Lake George and then the Million Dollar view from our cottage in Huletts...
Sylvia L. Hill
Feb 21, 2017
Albany – Mother Sylvia L. Hill, 101 transitioned into eternal life peacefully on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Daughters of Sarah Nursing Center.Mother Hill was born in Sinai (Halifax County) Virginia to the late Mason and Beatrice Hill on November 11, 1915.Mother Hill relocated to Albany in 1938, she was employed by Montgomery Ward Department Store prior to her...
Irma Lee Terrell
Feb 20, 2017
Irma Lee (Granny) Graham Terrell was born March 4, 1933 in Shubuta, MS to the late Leroy Henry and Bennie Johnson Graham. She transitioned to eternal life on Monday, February 20, 2017 surrounded by her loving family at the Capital Nursing Center in Schenectady, NY. She grew up in Mississippi and attended the Wayne County Public School System. On August...
Pierre P. Hartmann
Feb 20, 2017
COLONIE-Pierre P. Hartmann, 85 – At long last, Pierre joins the love of his life Sally (Ollie) in eternal joy on February 20, 2017. He was born in Rixheim, France and he came to the US when he was 23 years old. He married Sally and later had 3 sons. Pierre was a bartender for many years and worked at...
Donna Lee Clark
Feb 20, 2017
LOUDONVILLE - Donna Lee Clark, 85, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2017 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center in Schenectady, surrounded by her loving family. Donna was born on May 17, 1931 in Kempton, IL and was the daughter of the late Derwood and Olive (Leonard) Falter. She received her nursing degree from Albany Medical College. She was a dental...
Mary E. Gurren
Feb 20, 2017
Schenectady- Mary E. Gurren, 56, passed away at her home on February 20, 2017. Born in Albany, NY on November 13, 1960, she was the daughter of the late Walter J. and Eleanor A. (Breen) Gurren, Sr. She was employed for G-Tech and was a salesperson, selling New York Lottery Instant Tickets.She is survived by her sister Margaret Backstrom; her...
George J. Schryver
Feb 20, 2017
George J. Schryver, 94, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2017. George was born in Olean, NY and was the son of the late George P. and Mary Schryver. He graduated from Olean High School in 1939.He proudly served in the United States Coast Guard as an Electrician's Mate (TEL) from 1942 thru 1945.His wife of 67 years, Lorraine predeceased...
Elsie M. Constable
Feb 20, 2017
GUILDERLAND- Elsie M. Constable, 82, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Elsie was born in Albany, NY to the late Andrew and Ruth Johnston on August 17, 1934. In 1954 Elsie married her high school sweetheart, Thomas Constable. In August they would have celebrated their 63rd anniversary. Together they had six children. Elsie will...
Lucile M. Brewer
Feb 19, 2017
Latham- Lucile M. Brewer, 80, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2017. Born in Elmira, NY on December 5, 1936, she was the daughter of Raymond and Edith (Vary) Brewer.Visitation will be from 10 am to 11 am on Friday, March 3 at New Comer Funerals & Cremations, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie. A funeral service will be held at...
Arthur Joseph Jodoin, Jr.
Feb 18, 2017
Albany - Arthur Joseph Jodoin, Jr., 85, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2017. Arthur was the son of the late Arthur and Ruth Jodoin, Sr.. Arthur was the devoted husband to the late Lucy G. Almendo.Art was a veteran of the Korean War. Over his life, Art worked in many responsible positions for several companies, retiring from CDTA.Art is survived...
Bernard L. Kelsch
Feb 18, 2017
Guilderland- Bernard L. Kelsch, 92, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2017. Born in Albany, NY on June 22, 1924 he was the son of the late John and Eleanor (Hart) Kelsch. He served his country honorably and faithfully in the US Marine Corps during WWII. He is survived by his son John B. Kelsch; 2 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren....
George Anthony Thomas
Feb 18, 2017
Naples, Florida- George A. Thomas, 66, passed away peacefully on February 18th 2017 surrounded by his loving family after a long illness. He was born on January 10, 1951 in Albany, New York and was the son of the late George E. Thomas and Mary (Promiscuo) Thomas. He was the beloved husband of Kimberly Thomas. George was Vice President of...
Marion B. Koshgarian
Feb 18, 2017
SCHENECTADY-Marion (Boghosian) Koshgarian, 84, of Schenectady, New York, passed away peacefully at her home on February 18, 2017.A woman of many titles—beloved wife, mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, and friend—who will always be remembered for her sharp wit, tireless energy and unmatched chocolate cake. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Harry; her daughter Caryl Halburian of Wellington, FL and...
Stanley V. Majkut
Feb 18, 2017
Colonie- Stanley V. Majkut, 88, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, February 18, 2017 with his family by his side. He was born in Albany on January 22, 1929, son of the late Vincent and Tekla Majkut. Stanley is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Carol T. Majkut. He is the father of Paul (Judy) Murray, Lora...
John A. O'Connor "Jack"
Feb 17, 2017
LATHAM - John A. O'Connor "Jack", 72, passed away from a rare disease, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy on Friday, February 17, 2017, with his loving wife, Serena, at his side. Jack was born on April 7, 1944 in Boston and was the son of the late Helen L. O'Connor (Goncars) and John J. O'Connor. He was raised in Medford, MA where...
Charles C. Miltner
Feb 17, 2017
Guilderland- Charles C. "Chuck" Miltner, 73, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2017. He was born on December 2, 1943 in Schenectady, NY and was the son of the late Charles and Eleanor (Smith) Miltner. Chuck was the beloved husband of 46 years to Janice (Borovicka) Miltner. He honorably and faithfully served his country in the US Army from 1963...
Margaredian Sloan
Feb 16, 2017
Albany- Margaredian Sloan, lovingly known as "Margaret", 88, entered into her Heavenly home on Wednesday, February 15, 2017. Margaret was born on September 16, 1928 in Danville, VA, to the late Joseph and Habrella Hunt. Margaret graduated from Van Rensselaer High School and went on to work for the NYS Department of Labor, where she ultimately retired from working. She...
Claire Newmark Hanley
Feb 15, 2017
Claire Newmark Hanley, 80, of Brainard, NY passed away after a short illness, on Wednesday, February 15, 2017, at Hospice Inn at St Peter's Hospital. She was born to the late Morris and Sylvia Newmark, in Albany, NY, the eldest of three sisters, Maxine (who passed away in 1970), and Janice (aka Ani Rinchen Khandro). She graduated from Philip Schuyler...
