Peter J. Derusso, Jr.
May 21, 2024
Peter DeRusso Jr., 58, passed away on Tuesday, May 21st, 2024. Peter was the beloved son of Peter DeRusso Sr. and Blanche (Falco) DeRusso. Peter was a Core Services Field Rewind Specialist at GE Power & Water in Schenectady for over 10 years. He was extremely hardworking and enjoyed keeping busy. Peter loved spending time with family, especially his grandchildren....
Loretta D. Brustman
May 21, 2024
Loretta DeMartini Brustman, age 80, of Guilderland, NY passed at home May 21, 2024. Born and raised in Manhattan, she then earned degrees in microbiology and genetics from Cornell University and NYU. Her early working years were spent with the NYS Birth Defects Institute in Albany with her research published in the journal Nature.Married in 1968 and living in Guilderland,...
Joseph Anthony Cioffi
May 19, 2024
COHOES - Joseph Anthony Cioffi, 71, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 19, 2024 surrounded by family at the Rosewood Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in East Greenbush. Joseph was born on July 29, 1952 in Troy and was the son of the late Nicola and Yolanda Cioffi. He was a graduate of Troy High School and was employed by General Electric...
Ruth A. Johnson
May 18, 2024
Albany- Johnson Arlene Ruth , 80, surrounded by family passed away May 18,2024. Ruth was born on May 15th, 1944 in Albany, New York to the late Janet and William Stratton. Ruth was educated in the Albany School System. After high school Ruth married Herman Johnson, they had 4 daughters.Ruth accepted Christ at a young age, first being baptized at...
Lori L. Whitney
May 17, 2024
Lori Lynn Whitney, 69, of Delmar, passed away suddenly on May 17, 2024 at home. She was born in Albany on September 12, 1954 to the late Roland and Barbara(Saulsbury) Whitney. She is predeceased by her brothers, Alan and Terry Whitney.Lori graduated from BCHS in 1972 and after graduation she obtained her cosmetology license from Colonna Beauty School. She eventually...
Richard J. Johnson
May 17, 2024
Richard J. "Dick" Johnson, 74, passed away on May 17, 2024.Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Richard and Mary Johnson.Dick attended Watervliet High School before enlisting in the US Army, serving as active duty from 1969-1971, and also in the reserves. He enjoyed playing on the local softball team, darts, fishing, and was a forever...
Kevin T. Conroy
May 16, 2024
Kevin's service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time. Click here to view the service.Albany - Kevin T. Conroy, 59, passed away peacefully on Thursday May 16, 2024. Born in Albany NY, he was the son of the late James and Margaret (Mileski) Conroy. Kevin is also predeceased by his brother James D. Conroy. Kevin worked at St. Peters...
Sarah E. Barone
May 16, 2024
Colonie- Sarah E. Barone, 40, passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 16, 2024. Born in Albany on May 10, 1984 she was the daughter of Theresa M. Decker and the late John "Tony" Barone. She was the loving sister to Vanessa Barone.Sarah was a graduate of Colonie High School class of 2002. She then went on to graduate from the...
Octavio Santiago
May 16, 2024
Octavio "Tibbs" Santiago, 69, passed away on May 16, 2024. He was born on September 13, 1954, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, to the late Zacarias Santiago and Doris Rodriguez. The family relocated to Brooklyn, NY, when he was an infant. His passion for mechanics and cars led him to attend Automotive High School. After marrying Nancy in 1977, they...
Shumeka Mentor
May 15, 2024
Shumeka Mentor, 39, passed away suddenly on May 15th, 2024. She was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of those around her, deserves a special tribute. She was not only a loving and caring person, but she also cherished her family and friends, especially her beloved husband and children.As the eldest among her siblings, Shumeka naturally became a beacon...
Alan E. Lovegrove
May 15, 2024
RENSSELAER - Alan E. Lovegrove, 58, His heart was too big for this world and on May 15th, 2024, God brought him to his heavenly home. Alan was born on December 18, 1965 in Albany to Jeanne (Heisler) Schoonmaker and the late Charles W. Lovegrove.Alan was a devoted follower of Christ and attended church every Sunday with his mom. He...
George E. Klopfer
May 15, 2024
Voorheesville - George Edward Klopfer, 70, passed away on May 15, 2024.George was born in Albany, NY. He was the son of Doreen Moak, and was predeceased by his fathers, George E. Klopfer and H. Allyn Moak. George was a hardworking person who retired from the Town of New Scotland. It was there that he developed many long lasting and...
Nancy A. Devoe
May 15, 2024
LANSINGBURGH - Nancy A. DeVoe, 71, of Lansingburgh, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, after a lengthy illness. Nancy was born in Albany to Helen and James Lawyer. Nancy is survived by her "Sissy" Donna (Alex) Conyer of Pittsford and Albany, Mildred Almy of Schenectady, and Bonnie Lawyer of Pittsford. She is also survived by her loving friend, Rosemary...
Jacqueline L. Godin
May 14, 2024
Jacqueline L. Godin, 59, went home to be with the Lord after a long illness on Tuesday, May 15, 2024. Born on September, 6,1964, in Albany NY, she was the daughter of the late Leo and Jewell (Meisner) Godin. Jacqueline was a graduate of Albany High School. Throughout her lifetime she was a lover of animals and cared for many...
Susan D. Johns
May 13, 2024
AMSTERDAM - Susan D Johns was born on February 27, 1952 passed peacefully on May13, 2024 at Ellis hospital after a short battle of cancer. She is survived by her husband Raymond Johns Jr.; her four daughters, Kimberley (Jeff) Worden, Tracey Babbie , April (Carlos) Polanco and Renee (Raymond) Macaulay; her four sisters, Patricia Burdo, June Bowers, Dorothy (Rick) Dixon...
Andrew Bentz
May 13, 2024
East Greenbush- Andrew Bentz, 81, passed away May 13, 2024. Andrew was born in Syracuse, NY to the late Edwin Bentz Alberta Bentz. Andrew is survived by his Sister Marjorie Coello. Nephews Greg and Gerry, and cousins.Calling Hour 2-3, Followed by 3pm service will be held May 24,2024 held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals 343 New Karner Road Colonie...
Patrick Ninstant
May 13, 2024
Albany - Patrick Ninstant passed away suddenly at home. Patrick was predeceased by his parents Emie and Rene' Ninstant, and his two sisters, Geanette St. Rose and Marie Therese Morissett.He is survived by his children, son, Anthony Gordon (Tashera Wall) and daughter, Antonlena (Jimmy) Mason, grandchildren, Ah, Jamier Gordon, Ah Savion Gordon, Alani Gordon, Nakeem Mason and Terell Mason. Siblings,...
Joseph D. Smarro
May 13, 2024
Troy- Joseph D. Smarro "JoeJoe", 63, passed away Monday, May 13, 2024 at Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY,with his loving family by his side. Joseph was the son of the late Dominic and Nancy (Randio) Smarro. Joe Joe was a loving matriach for his younger siblings,brother and uncle. Joe Joe was a member of the Sound of Heaven Church, Long...
Carole A. Connelly
May 13, 2024
Carole A. Connelly, 84, of Delmar, NY, formally of McGraw, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 13, 2024, with her daughters by her side.Carole was born in Cortland, NY, on May 9, 1940, to Edwin and Florence Berean of McGraw, NY.She graduated from McGraw High School, Class of 1958. She went on to SUNY Morrisville and graduated with a...
Gary A. Grant
May 13, 2024
Gary A. Grant, 86, husband of Patricia Grant, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 13, 2024 at Ellis Hospital.He was born in Port Henry, NY to the late William and Violet Grant.On March 30, 1957 Gary was married to his beloved wife, Patricia at St. Cecilia church in Warrensburg, NY. Gary had a long standing career with the power company,...
