Obituaries

Theodore R. Smallman, Jr.

Theodore R. Smallman, Jr.

Mar 18, 2017

West Sand Lake - Theodore R. Smallman Jr., 69, passed away on March 18, 2017.He was curious about everything. How things were made, how they worked, where we came from. He liked beautiful wood and making things from it. He enjoyed his garden, especially his Mexican sunflowers. He walked his woods every day as long as he could. He couldn't...

Elsie E. Adams

Elsie E. Adams

Mar 18, 2017

Troy – Elsie E. Adams, 86, formerly of Troy, had been residing at Village Green Beverwyck, went to be with the Lord on March 18, 2017. Elsie was born on Sept. 26, 1930, the daughter of the late Kurt and Erna (Ehart) Starick.Elsie worked for the NYS Worker's Compensation Board until retirement. She loved gardening, yoga and SHOPPING.Elsie is survived...

Douglas W. Edwards

Douglas W. Edwards

Mar 18, 2017

Clifton Park- Douglas W. Edwards, 70, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on March 18, 2017. Born in Howes Cave, NY on June 26, 1946, he was the son of the late Sidney and Ina (Cater) Edwards. Douglas served his country honorably in the US Navy. After his service, Doug was employed at General Electric in Schenectady...

Joyce M. Letzelter

Joyce M. Letzelter

Mar 17, 2017

Troy - Joyce M. Letzelter, 83 passed away on Friday, March 17, 2017. Joyce was the daughter of the late Frank and Mildred Letzelter. Joyce is survived by her brother, Donald Letzelter; sister in law: Shirley Letzelter; nephew: Joseph P. (Dianne) Letzelter, Jr.; nieces; Pamela (Al Madonna) Payette, and Cindy (Mike) Smith; great nephews: Joseph P. Letzelter III M.D. of...

Ja'Juan Leon-Vincente Williams

Ja'Juan Leon-Vincente Williams

Mar 16, 2017

Albany- On March 16, 2017 Ja'Juan Leon-Vincente Williams was unexpectedly called home to be with the lord.Ja'Juan was a kind and gentle young man with an old soul who was loved and admired by so many. Ja'Juan was a graduate of Bishop Maginn High School class of 2013. During his time at Bishop Maginn he was awarded the Bishop Maginn...

James John Lawson

James John Lawson

Mar 16, 2017

SCHENECTADY-James John Lawson, Sr. 76, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2017 at home with his family.He was born on August 6, 1940, son of the late Barbara Lawson in Middleburgh, NY.He was an avid outdoorsman, loved hunting and nature. John is survived by his life mate, Mary Lou Douglass; his children, James John Lawson, Jr. (Anita), Marlette Aanensen-Ramundo; grandchildren,...

James John Lawson

James John Lawson

Mar 16, 2017

SCHENECTADY-James John Lawson, Sr. 76, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2017 at home with his family.He was born on August 6, 1940, son of the late Barbara Lawson in Middleburgh, NY.He was an avid outdoorsman, loved hunting and nature. John is survived by his life mate, Mary Lou Douglass; his children, James John Lawson, Jr. (Anita), Marlette Aanensen-Ramundo; grandchildren,...

John J. Mcgraw, Jr.

John J. Mcgraw, Jr.

Mar 15, 2017

John J. McGraw Jr. of Albany passed away suddenly on March 15, 2017.John was born on October 19, 1957, and was a long-time resident of Albany.He enjoyed being an outdoorsman and loved hunting, fishing and family time. John, "Pepa,"as we called him, loved and cherished his children and grandchildren. With fun, laughs and him being a prankster, he kept the...

Margaretmary Catherine Graziano

Margaretmary Catherine Graziano

Mar 15, 2017

Loudonville- MargaretMary "Meghi" Catherine Graziano 68, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 15, 2017. She was the daughter of the late Rafael S. and Ethel M. Figueroa. Meghi was predeceased by her precious husband, Dominick L. Graziano. Meghi was born in Woodside Queens, New York and later graduated from Cairo Central School. Following graduation she enlisted in the United States...

Charles Leo Poskanzer M.D.

Charles Leo Poskanzer M.D.

Mar 15, 2017

ALBANY – Charles Leo Poskanzer, M.D., 96, passed away peacefully at home on March 15th with his wife by his side. Born June 25th, 1920 in Albany, he was a graduate of Albany High School, Cornell University and Albany Medical School.He was a veteran of the U.S. Army where he served as a M.A.S.H. surgeon in the Korean War and...

Kenneth J. Carcia

Kenneth J. Carcia

Mar 15, 2017

NISKAYUNA, Kenneth J. Carcia, 28, passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 with his loving wife and family by his side. Kenny was born on March 15, 1989 to John and Lori Carcia in Albany, NY. In 2007 he graduated from Niskayuna High School. Afterwards he joined the United States Army where he served his country honorably with two tours...

Joann Cartwright

Joann Cartwright

Mar 15, 2017

ALBANY- JoAnn Cartwright, 71, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2017.JoAnn was born on December 15, 1945 daughter of the late George and Mica Habiniak in Albany.JoAnn was a devoted wife and mother. She was an active volunteer both within the church and other organizations. She was caring, compassionate and always willing to lend a hand. JoAnn was full of...

Jeffrey A. Taber

Jeffrey A. Taber

Mar 14, 2017

Schenectady- Jeffrey A. Taber, 62, passed away on March 14, 2017. Born in Schenectady, NY on April 15, 1954, he was the son of Irene (Michalski) Taber and the late Francis K. Taber, Sr. For most of his life, Jeff was the proud owner and operator of Jeff Taber's 24HR Road Service. He was most recently employed by T&T Towing...

James Page

James Page

Mar 14, 2017

COLONIE- James (Agostino Pagnazzo) Page passed away peacefully on March 14, 2017. James was born on March 31, 1921 son of the late Umberto and Maria (Sardonia) Pagnazzo. At the age of 2, James' mother passed away at which time he was raised at St. Joseph's Infant Home in Troy and later the LaSalle home for boys. He graduated from...

Leonard H. Winn

Leonard H. Winn

Mar 13, 2017

Colonie- Leonard H. Winn, 84, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2017 at Van Rensselaer Manor in Troy. Born on March 4, 1933 in Albany, NY, he was the son of the late Harold Winn and Myrtle (Barkman) Miller. Leonard served his country in the US Navy during the Korean War. After being honorably discharged, he began working for Time...

Maryann Del Signore

Maryann Del Signore

Mar 13, 2017

LATHAM - MaryAnn Del Signore, 85, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 13, 2017 at Community Hospice at Albany Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. MaryAnn was born on January 23, 1932 in Albany and was the daughter of the late Catherine (Murray) Eames and Norman Eames where she was the third of ten children. She was always proud...

Joseph A. Russo

Joseph A. Russo

Mar 12, 2017

Albany- Joseph A. Russo, 92, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 12, 2017. Joe was the son of the late Leo and Helen Russo, and was the devoted husband of over 60 years to the late Davia (Johnson) Russo.Joe enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, where he served for three years as a private first class. He was an...

Rose Marie Reimer

Rose Marie Reimer

Mar 11, 2017

Albany- Rose Marie Reimer , 85, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, March 11, 2017. Rose Marie was born in Brooklyn on March 14, 1931. She was the daughter of the late Mary and Roderick Schamberger. She grew up in Queens, and graduated from Grover Cleveland high school. After graduating, she moved to Wingdale, NY, where she worked...

Judy A. Butrym

Judy A. Butrym

Mar 11, 2017

COLONIE- Judy A. (Densmore) Butrym passed away with her family by her side on Saturday, March 11, 2017 after a long illness. She was born in Cohoes on September 21, 1946 to the late William and Josephine Densmore.Judy graduated from Colonie Central High School. Judy enjoyed frequent trips to Atlantic City with her husband Paul as well as many other...

Eileen C. Shellenberger

Eileen C. Shellenberger

Mar 11, 2017

COLONIE- Eileen C. Shellenberger passed away peacefully at her residence on March 11, 2017 after a long and courageous battle. She was 66. Born in Clarksville, NY, Eileen was the daughter of Audrey and the late Earl McMillen. She was the beloved wife of Jim Shellenberger Jr. and the mother of Jim III, Terry (Margaret), Jeffrey (Jelena), and Mindy Leka,...

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