Dorothy Shellenberger
Sep 5, 2016
ALBANY-Dorothy Shellenberger, 97, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2016 at Evergreen Commons. She was born on August 15, 1919 in Albany, NY Dorothy worked for the NYS OGS where she retired after 10 years. Dorothy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with family especially calling them on the phone to chat....
Joan V. Clark
Sep 4, 2016
Colonie- Joan Marie Veitch Clark, 87 passed away peacefully on September 4 surrounded by her loving family after a long battle with Alzheimer's and Lewy-Bodies Dementia. Born in Amsterdam, NY on November 30, 1928, she was the only daughter of Leo and Ruth (Johnson) Veitch who later in life resided in Fort Johnson NY and owned and operated RuLee Farm.Joan...
Richard Christensen
Sep 4, 2016
Greenville-Richard A. Christensen, 94, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2016 at Daughters of Sarah Nursing Home, Albany. The son of the late Nels and Johanna (Aarstrup) Christensen, Richard was born on May 15, 1922 in Ballston Spa.Richard grew up on his family's farm on Middleline Road in Ballston Spa. Richard married his wife Joan on May 20, 1951 in...
Angelo P. Camarota
Sep 3, 2016
LATHAM-Angelo P. Camarota, 84, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on September 3, 2016 at St. Peter's Community Hospice Inn. He was born on March 17, 1932 to the late Julius and Antonette (Martinese) Camarota in Albany, NY. Angelo was a lifelong resident of the Capital District and was a memeber of Christ Our Light (formerly St....
Anna Russell
Sep 3, 2016
Altamont- Anna Dunham Russell, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, September 3, 2016 at the age of 85. She was born into this world as Anna Dunham, daughter of Anna and Albert Dunham of Eagle Mills, NY.Ann attended school in Troy, graduated and went to work as a secretary. It was shortly thereafter, that she met her husband...
Salvatore Dibiase
Sep 2, 2016
COLONIE-Salvatore "Sonny" L. DiBiase, 90, passed away on September 2, 2016. He was born on August 23, 1926 to the late Joseph and Madeline (D'Ambrosio) DiBiase in Staten Island, NY. A Veteran of the U.S. Army serving his country during WWII. On April 11, 1959 he married Alice and raised their 2 children in Staten Island before moving to Colonie....
Stephen "Fuquan" Patterson
Sep 1, 2016
Mr. Stephen "Fuquan" Patterson , 55, of Albany, NY, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 1, 2016. He was born on April 8, 1961, to the late Henry Patterson and Joyce Mason of Albany, NY. Stephen received his formal education through the Albany public school system where he excelled in his studies. In 1982 he befriended...
Edward F. Magnusson
Sep 1, 2016
Edward F. Magnusson died Thursday, September 1, 2016, at the age of 91 in Schenectady, NY. He is preceded in death by his parents, Elva (Cooper) Magnusson, and Carl Edward Magnusson of Seattle, WA, and by his brother, Philip Cooper Magnusson of Corvallis, OR.Ed was born on September 15, 1924 in Seattle, Washington, where he grew up. He graduated from...
Robert Christopher
Aug 31, 2016
Colonie - Robert "Bobby" Christopher passed away at home on August 31, 2016.Bobby was the son of the late Daniel and Irene (Rina) Christopher of South Troy. Bobby relocated to Colonie in November 1953 when he wed the love of his life Josephine.A hardworking man from the age of 15, he so proudly provided for his mom and then for...
Louis E. Emerick
Aug 31, 2016
Colonie – Louis E. Emerick, 86, passed away on August 31, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Albany, NY and was the son of the late Louis and Florence Emerick. He graduated from Philip Schuyler High School, the University of Notre Dame (B.S.) and Siena College (M.S.). Lou received the Bill Stern Award in 1948 as...
Laurie Mcmahon Gorski
Aug 30, 2016
Laurie McMahon Gorski of Colonie died Tuesday evening after having suddenly suffered a stroke on Sunday evening, at 56 years-of-age. Under the supervision of her family and friends, and her previous consent, she became an organ donor. Laurie was a daughter, little sister,friend, mother, wife, and nurse. She lived her life as a caregiver.She served as Manager of Resident Services...
Frank J. Delardi
Aug 29, 2016
The heavens have accepted the spirit of the beloved Frank J. Delardi. His purpose on this earth to live fully, to care for, and love those around him has been fulfilled. On Monday, August 29, 2016 Frank J. Delardi peacefully passed away with his beloved wife Terry by his side. Having just celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary, their well known...
Anna Whitehead
Aug 29, 2016
Westmere - Anna T. Whitehead , 82, passed away peacefully Monday, August 29, 2016. Anna was the daughter of the late John J. and Anna T. Magee and wife to the late Samuel G. Whitehead.Anna is survived by a Daughter, Pamela (Raymond) Trail, Granddaughter Lesley (Bryan) Ret and 2 great grandsons.A Graveside Service will be held Friday September 2, 2016...
Samuel F. Papa
Aug 29, 2016
Schenectady- Samuel F. Papa, 100, passed away on Monday, August 29, 2016 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady.Samuel was born on February 6, 1916 in Albany, NY and was the son of the late Maria Catena Campione and Anthony Papa. He was a proud WWII veteran. He was employed several years as an upholsterer with Montague Upholstering Company on Broadway, in...
Jeanne M. Strizzi
Aug 29, 2016
Jeanne Marie (O'Brien) Strizzi, 87, entered into eternal life on August 29, 2016 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Her devotion to her family and her firm belief in God supported her in her struggle and we are all at peace knowing she is back with God.Jeanne was born to the late John A. and Louisita (Lange) O'Brien, a...
U.S. Armysgt.Raymondw. Warlikowski (Retired)
Aug 28, 2016
U.S. Army Sgt. Raymond W. Warlikowski (retired), 41, of Melbourne, Fla., died Sunday, August 28, 2016, at his home.The son of Raymond (Joanne) of Dunkirk and Jean L. Kirschenhiter of Schenectady, he was born June 6, 1975, in Port Jefferson, NY. He was graduate Schuylerville High School and enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1994. He served his country in...
Katherine "Bette" Gale
Aug 28, 2016
Guilderland- Katherine Elizabeth "Bette" (Sheehan) Gale, 92, passed peacefully into her Savior's arms on Sunday August 28, 2016. She was born on January 22, 1924, in Albany to Raymond C. and Mary (McAnespy) Sheehan. She was predeceased by her husband Edwin H. Gale, Jr.Though she had no children of her own, she was the aunt to ten nieces and nephews:...
Anthony Hulett
Aug 28, 2016
ALBANY-Anthony Smith Hulett, 59, of Albany, passed away on August 28, 2016. He was born on April 20, 1957 to Robert Hulett and Virginia Smith in Albany. Anthony worked as a Shore Man at the Port of Albany. He was married for 36 years to Terry Edwards until their marriage ended in divorce. Tony is survived by Terry Edwards, his...
Jenny Pigliavento
Aug 27, 2016
Guilderland - Jenny Pigliavento, 94, passed away Saturday, August 27, 2016, with her loving family by her side. Jenny was the daughter of the late Enrico and Grace Ciarallo, and was the devoted wife to the late Joseph Pigliavento. They were married for 51 years. Jenny enjoyed attending Bright Horizons senior center, and was known as "The Bingo Queen". She...
Carl Franklin White
Aug 27, 2016
Rotterdam- Carl Franklin White 83, originally from Norfolk Virginia, passed away early Saturday morning August 27, 2016 at Ellis Hospital. His father and mother were Hubert W. White and Dorothy D. Pritchett of Columbus, NC.Before completing high school in Norfolk, Carl joined the Air Force at the age of 17, serving first as a radar operator and then as a...
