Ellen S. Richardson
Jan 24, 2016
Guilderland- Ellen S. Richardson passed away peacefully at her home on January 24, 2016.The daughter of the late Harry and Francis (Franz) Schmilok, Ellen was born on August 19, 1934 in Brooklyn, NY. She was retired from the New York State Department of Health after over 25 years.She is survived by her daughter Karen Bianco and her pride and joy,...
Doris M. Doyle
Jan 24, 2016
COLONIE_A new bright star, Doris (nee Fletcher) Doyle, shines in heaven on January 24, 2016. An angel to so many people over the years, Doris was carried up to Heaven on the wings of the angels.Doris loved life and enjoyed it to the fullest. She was fiercely independent and known for her infamous saying "I can do it myself". Doris...
Thomas M. Smith, Sr.
Jan 23, 2016
ALBANY - Thomas M. Smith, Sr, 77, of Lake Alfred, FL formerly of Albany, NY entered into eternal rest on Saturday, January 23, 2016 after a brief illness. Tom was born and raised in Albany, NY, graduated from Vincentian Institute in 1956 after which he entered into military service with the Marines and served his country from 1956 to 1960....
Frank V. Czernicki
Jan 23, 2016
Schenectady- Frank V. Czernicki passed away with his family by his side on January 23, 2016 at Baptist Health Nursing and Rehab Center, Scotia. He was 83 years old.The son of the late Francis and Anna (Connolly) Czernicki, Frank was born on September 11, 1932 in Albany, NY. Frank served his country honorably in both the US Army and US...
John A. O'Hara
Jan 23, 2016
John O'Hara passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2016.John was a kind hearted and very giving man. He had a lot of wisdom and helped many people throughout his life. He had a wonderful sense of humor, a quick wit and a sharp mind. He was easy to like. John was a loyal friend and a wonderful man, he will...
Donald F. Elston
Jan 22, 2016
Guilderland– Donald F. Elston, 76, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 22, 2016 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center in Guilderland, with his loving family by his side. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Frederick and Katherine Elston.Donald served for the U.S. Coast Guard as a young man. He worked for the US Postal service...
Florence M. Rivera
Jan 22, 2016
KINDERHOOK_On January 22, 2016 Florence (Flo) Marie Rivera transitioned to eternal peace and joy with the Lord. Florence was the adored mother of Christine, Julie and Angela Rivera. Florence was a long time member of the Kinderhook Reformed Church which she considered her extended family. Flo was a great friend and counselor to everyone who knew her and never hesitated...
Kenneth A. Mcdonald
Jan 22, 2016
Rotterdam - Kenneth A. McDonald, 72, passed away peacefully, Friday, January 22, 2016, at home with his loving family by his side.He was the son of the late Matthew and Mabel McDonald.He is survived by his high school sweetheart and love of his life for 54 years of wedded bliss, Marcia Newman-McDonald.Kenneth graduated from Mont Pleasant High School and then...
Theodore "Ted" Soltys
Jan 21, 2016
Guilderland- Theodore (Ted) John Soltys, 86, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2016, while in hospice care at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center, following a brief illness. Ted was born on September 27, 1929, in Schenectady, New York. He was the youngest of 3 children born to Polish immigrants, Thomas and Rose Soltys. He was a devoted husband to Sandra (Murray)...
Mary Lois Newsom
Jan 21, 2016
Mary Lois Newsom, 78, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 21, 2016 at Guilderland Center Nursing Home. Mary was the daughter of the late Monroe Mitchell and Corell Mitchell. She worked with New York State Tax and Finance Department.Mary was a member of the Mt. Olivet Missionary Baptist Church for many years. In addition to her parents, Mary was predeceased...
Daniel Kunuria
Jan 21, 2016
Albany- Daniel Kunuria, born August 13, 1950, went to be with the Lord on January 21, 2016. Daniel is survived by his wife, Pamela Kunuria, and children, Leonora Kunuria and Monty Kunuria (Rebecca, Cecilia, Leonora, Monty). Daniel loved the Lord and was a wonderful and caring friend to so many people. Viewing will be at New Comer Funeral home on...
Kathleen Clapper
Jan 21, 2016
COLONIE_Kathleen Clapper, 72, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2016 surrounded by her family. She was born on March 16, 1943 to Raymond and Louise (Dreis) Miller in Albany, NY. Kathleen was a lifelong resident of the capital district. Kathy was a competitive champion roller skater and baton twirler growing up, she began her working career as an instructor at...
Patricia A. Szepek
Jan 20, 2016
Patricia A. Szepek, 67, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at the Community Hospice Inn at St. Peters, with her loving family by her side.Patricia was the daughter of the late George Walsh and Rosemary Walsh. She was the devoted wife of over 45 years to Richard W. Szepek. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She...
Lucia Breda
Jan 20, 2016
ALBANY- Lucia Breda, 93, passed away on January 20, 2015.Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
Daisie E. Beadnell
Jan 20, 2016
Schenectady- Daisie E. Beadnell, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on January 20, 2016 at her home. She was 98 years old.Daisie is survived by her son Gary and his wife Peggy Sue Beadnell of Schenectady; her grandchildren: Michael (Sasha) and Timothy (Jaclyn) Beadnell, Jesse and Selby Smith and Eric Zeissler; two great-grandsons: Peyton and Jackson Beadnell....
Andrew M. Jones
Jan 20, 2016
Schenectady- Andrew M. Jones, 22, a beautiful life gone too soon, passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2016. He was born in Schenectady on August 9, 1993. He graduated from Duanesburg High School.Andrew had a passion for music and playing guitar. He especially loved The Grateful Dead and Led Zeppelin. Andrew loved going to shows and hanging out on Shakedown....
Faith E. Munn
Jan 20, 2016
SCHENECTADY_Faith E. Munn,71, passed away on January 20, 2016. She was born on March 18, 1944 to the late, Alfred and Mildred (Mumblow) Munn. Faith worked as a Cake Decorator for Hannaford, Rotterdam, NY. Faith was a devoted mother and grandmother and a kind hearted and caring woman. She loved sewing and spending time with her family. She will be...
Edward Lee Ritter
Jan 19, 2016
GUILDERLAND- Edward Lee Ritter, passed away on January 19th, surrounded by his loving family. Ed was born on February 19, 1935 in Jersey Shore, PA, the son of the late Robert S. and Geraldine I. (Overdorf) Ritter. He was pre-deceased by his siblings, Robert, Paul, Natalie, Lawrence and beloved sister Anne Gaffney and brother–in-law Jack, who he lived with for...
Robert Jackson
Jan 19, 2016
Robert C. Jackson, 92, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 19, 2016.Robert was the devoted husband of over 67 years to his high school sweetheart, the late Irene Jackson who passed away in 2013. He was part of "the greatest generation" – born in central New York before the Great Depression and served in WWII in Europe, an ex-POW of...
George Clute
Jan 19, 2016
ROTTERDAM_George Clute, 95, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2016 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on July 14, 1920 to George and Mary (Richmond) Clute at Schenectady, NY. George was a lifelong resident of Rotterdam. He married his wife Elva on February 24, 1942 and they raised their family in Rotterdam. George retired from GE...
