Frank Frederick Verenini, 75, departed this life unexpectedly on Monday, July 18, 2016, in Orlando, Florida. He was born on August 29, 1940, in Albany to the late Frank and Helen Coughtry-Verenini. Frank leaves many memories to be cherished by his wife of 31 wonderful years, Donna; children,Tommy, Jason, Jeremy, Sandy, Michael, Frankie, Gina, Joey, and Derrick ; sister, Sandra...
Schenectady- Gladys O. LaGrande, 91, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2016 at Ellis Hospital. Gladys will be deeply missed by her loving family. She was predeceased by her daughter Becky and son Jerry. She is survived by her loving daughter Ann LaGrande of Schenectady,NY; her grandchildren: Yvette Davis of Gainsville, FL, Jay (Monique) Williams of Miami, FL, and Lamont...
KNOX- Jocelyn C. Fairlee, 51, passed away peacefully at home after a long, but courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, July 17th, 2016 with her loving family by her side. Jocelyn was born in Red Hook, NY on July 29th, 1964 to Harry "Skip" and Geraldine Conn. Jocelyn graduated from Red Hook High School in 1982 and attended SUNY Cobleskill....
Guilderland- Alfred E. "Butch" Watson, 51, passed away on Sunday, July, 17, 2016. Butch was born in Schenectady on March 1, 1965. After graduating from Guilderland High School in 1983, Butch went on to work in the family business as an arborist for Star Tree Service. He would eventually buy the family business and establish himself as a leading arborist...
Colonie- Joyce Mischitelli, 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, July 17, 2016 at her home. She was born November 9, 1933 in Albany to the late William and Genevieve Matthews. Joyce was a homemaker who enjoyed raising her family. She loved to travel with her husband especially to Las Vegas. Joyce loved spending time with her family,...
Dolores H. Soltysiak on July 16, 2016, at the Teresian House-Albany, NY, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ due to complications from Alzheimer's. Born in Cheektowaga, NY in 1931, Dolores graduated from Sisters of Charity Hospital's nursing program to become a Registered Nurse, then went on to graduate from University of Michigan with a...
George Thomas Freeman, Jr, "Pops", 83, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2016 with his loving family by his side. He was born in Troy, NY, on October 5, 1932 and was the son of the late George Thomas Sr and Mary Leach Freeman of County Roscommon, Ireland. He is predeceased by his half brother Jack (Mildred) Freeman and grandson...
COLONIE-Paul M. "Rock" Rockenstyre Jr., 45, passed away suddenly on Saturday, July 16, 2016. Rock was born in Albany, NY on October 30, 1970 to Mr. and Mrs. Paul and Doreen Rockenstyre Sr. Rock was a graduate of Colonie Central High School and later of Hudson Valley Community College where he received an Associates in Criminal Justice. After college Rock...
SCHENECTADY- Brian R. LeBuis, 49, passed away on Saturday, July 16, 2016 with his loving wife by his side. Brian was born in Schenectady, NY on May 19, 1967 to Mr Maurice and Delores LeBuis. Brian worked as an I.T. Tech. for his entire career and for the last fifteen years he worked as an I.T. manager for Momentive Performance...
Castleton-on-Hudson- Thomas E. Leary, 71, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2016 at Ellis Hospital. The son of the late George J. and Dorothy (Rhino) Leary, Tom was born in Albany, NY. He was retired from New York State Health Department after over 30 years of service.Tom is survived by his siblings: Robert (Patricia) Leary, Kathryn Leary, William (Angela) Leary...
Audley Lawrence Sealy also known as "Al" was born on October 25 1964 a day he celebrated twice a day when the clock hit 10:25. Audley was born in St. John's Barbados to Verona Marshall (Sealy) and Lemuel Codrington the youngest of their five children. Audley migrated to Brooklyn NY with his family at the age of 5 years old....
MICHAEL ROLAND MARSHALL departed this life on Thursday, July 14th, 2016. Michael was born on November 11th, 1963 in St. Michaels, Barbados to Calvin Smith and Marlow Marshall. Michael came to the United States when he was a young boy with his mother and sister. He was educated in the Brooklyn Public Schools and later attended trade schools finding his...
CHARLESTON, SC-Mark D. Smith, 40, of Charleston, passed away unexpectedly on July 14, 2016 at his home. Mark attended Holy Cross Elementary School and Albany High School. He graduated from State University of New York at Albany earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Biology.He was a kind gentleman who had a contagious smile and a quick wit. He...
Schenectady- Michael Joseph Capparella, 75, passed away on July 14, 2016 at Ellis Hospital. The son of the late Joseph and Anna (Riccio) Capparella, Michael was born in Schenectady on January 12, 1941. He graduated from Linton High School. He is survived by his siblings: Rudy (Carole), Joseph (Terry), Marlene (Karl)Heiner; several nieces and nephews and his longtime friend Jenny...
Long Island- Margaret L. Taylor "Peggy", 61, current resident of Cohoes, passed away peacefully and has joined her family in eternal heaven on Thursday July 14, 2016. Peggy is survived by her husband, Kevin Taylor, daughters; Shaye Taylor and Lara Hotaling and her husband Ryan. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Hunter and Gavin Hotaling. Peggy had been struggling...
Colonie- Robert E. De Forge, 78, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, November 13,2016. He was the son of the late Gertrude and Earl De Forge. Robert is survived by his loving wife of 50 years Patricia D. De Forge. Robert worked in the foundry for General Electric for over 30 years, having worked twenty-two years...
East Greenbush- José Mauro, 85, passed away on Wednesday, July 13, 2016. José was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Growing up he loved playing soccer and gymnastics, studied accounting at the U. of Buenos Aires, and worked as an editorial assistant. He emigrated to the US at 23 fulfilling his father's lifelong dream to come to America. He taught ballroom...
Patricia Holcomb, 89, of Northport, NY, passed away on July 13, 2016.Survivors include her husband of 62 years: Arthur Lee Holcomb, Jr.; son: Lee Holcomb; daughter: Susan (Robert) Pierino; grandchildren: Karen Pierino, Julie (Matthew) Natoli , Laura (David) Witbeck, and Trinity Holcomb; brother: Jack (Pat) Guy; along with many loving nieces and nephews. Contributions in Patricia's memory can be made...
Colonie- Ruth D. Bushey, 70, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2016 at Community Hospice Inn at St. Peter's in Albany. The daughter of the late Frederick and Margaret (Harrington) Paulsen, she was the New Year's Baby of 1946, after being born at 12:01am on New Year's Day.She grew up in Albany, the only daughter with five brothers. She was...
Alicia Y. Climes of Schenectady passed away peacefully on July, 13, 2016. A full obituary will follow at a later date.