Truman C. Groff
May 12, 2015
COLONIE – Truman C. Groff, 75, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Truman C. and Margaret (Redden) Groff.Truman graduated from Colonie Central High School in 1957. He was the owner of Truman's Restaurant and Grill in Colonie from 1972 to 2015. Along with his...
Ruby Jones
May 11, 2015
ALBANY_Ruby O. Jones,94, of Albany, NY passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2015 at home. Ruby was born on July 27, 1920, daughter of the Late Jesse and Lula (Whitfield) Jones in Sims, North Carolina. Ruby served her country in 1943 in the 3564th Service Unit of the Woman's Army Auxiliary Corps Company. After she was discharged she went...
Creighton Brittell
May 10, 2015
Brittell, Creighton W.Peacefully entered into eternal rest on May 10, 2015. Mr. Brittell was predeceased by his wife Doris, his son, Robert and grandson, Josh. He is survived by his daughters, MaryJo Speranza (John) and Doreen Brittell, his son John Brittell, his granddaughters, Justine and Erin Brittell, grandsons, Jay Speranza (Lara), Todd Brittell (Janice), Adam Brittell (Deb) and eleven great...
Mary E. Lasek
May 10, 2015
On May 10th 2015 the children of Mary Lasek lovingly and peacefully said goodbye to their mother. The daughter of Nancy Fingar and the late Irwin Fingar, Mary was born on January 5th 1955. She was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and confidant. Mary always made you feel welcome and as if you were the best of friends....
Albert "Al" Lucarelli
May 9, 2015
Colonie-Alberto, Loreto, Lucarelli (Al) 80, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2015, at his homewith his loving family by his side.Albert was born on December 13, 1934, he was the oldest of 5 children. He was born to the late Rochetto and Assunta (née) Garofoli in the Village of Villalago, L'Aquila, Italy. He was raised and educated in Italy. Albert...
Glenn Hansen
May 9, 2015
Glenn E. Hansen, 60, of Albany passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 9, 2015 at Albany Medical Center. Glenn was born on October 13, 1954 son of Edward and Adele (Lord) Hansen in Jersey City, NJ. Glenn will be remembered as a kind hearted and gentle person. He enjoyed super heroes. Glenn spent many hours watching his favorite Batman videos...
Wanda Mclaughlin
May 9, 2015
Wanda C. (Szembrot) McLaughlin, July 3, 1926 - May 9, 2015. Wanda passed away at noon at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany, NY. Daughter of the late Caroline and Carl Szembrot. Beloved wife of Thomas P. McLaughlin (married for 64 years). She is survived by her children: Catherine McLaughlin (Kumar Keshavan), Laureen McLaughlin (Eric Francoeur), and Thomas McLaughlin (Wendy Fresn),...
Velma L. Kent
May 9, 2015
Velma L. Kent, passed away at her home on May 9, 2015 surrounded by her loving family. She was 85 years old.The daughter of the late Henry and Mary Allen, Velma was born on March 27, 1930 in Oakdale, LA. At an early age, Velma moved to New York City. After graduating high school she married Jack Kent Sr. She...
Marcel Hudon
May 8, 2015
SCHENECTADY- Marcel Hudon, 84, formally of Massena, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, May 8, 2015 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Home.Marcel was born in St. Denis, Kamouraska, Quebec, Canada on July 16, 1930 to the late Joseph Charles and Margarite Hudon. Marcel was the loving husband of Jeannine Hudon. They were married 61 years. Survived by...
Marsha K. (Bergh) Buckmon
May 8, 2015
ALBANY-Marsha K. (Bergh) Buckmon, 69, died May 8, 2015 after a brief illness. She is survived by her children Kenny, Henry, Desirine, Richard and Brian; 24 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; 9 nieces and nephews and a host of great nieces and nephews and friends.Calling hours will be held from 2 to 4 PM on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at New...
Evelyn Skavina
May 8, 2015
Evelyn Skavina passed away peacefully at her home on May 8, 2015. She was 95 years old.The daughter of the late Carl and Emily (Krykowski) Siebert, Evelyn was born on October 3, 1919 in Albany, NY. After graduating from high school, Evelyn worked for the New York Telephone until her retirement in 1975. She enjoyed cooking, painting and being with...
Barbara T. Scelzi
May 8, 2015
COLONIE-Barbara "Barbi" T. Scelzi, 45, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2015. Barbara is survived by her cherished son Brett Arron Scelzi and grandson "Mima's peanut" Anthony Francis Scelzi; mother Deborah (Charles) Woodard and siblings Susan (Frank) Kindlon, Laureen Sforza and Robert C. Scelzi. She is also survived by niece Meghan Sforza and nephews Michael Scelzi, Kyle Kindlon and Kevin...
Lena Nania
May 7, 2015
Lena Nania , 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 7, 2015 at Community Hospice at St. Peters with her loving family by her side. Lena was born in Francavilla, Italy, the daughter of the late Joseph and Concetta Gianetto. She was a legal secretary for Harvey, Harvey & Mumford in Albany for many years. In addition to her parents...
George R. Kendall, Jr.
May 7, 2015
George R. Kendall, Jr. passed away on May 7, 2015 at the Community Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital. He was 80 years old.The son of the late George R. and Zylphia M. (Cromwell) Kendall, Sr., George was born on August 29, 1934 in Albany, NY. A long-time local entertainer, George was passionate about music and its power to heal....
Patrick Micare
May 6, 2015
ALBANY_Patrick T. Micare, 78, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at St. Peter's Hospital with his loving family by his side. Patrick was born on August 17, 1936 son of the late Patrick J. and MaryJane (Battaglia) Micare in Johnstown, NY. Patrick was a veteran of the United States Army, serving his country during the Korean War. Patrick...
John B. Vincent
May 6, 2015
John B. Vincent, 75, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2015 at his home with his family by his side. John was born on November 24, 1939. John was the 8th of 10 children born to the late Harold and Monica (Montague) Vincent in Syracuse, NY. The family moved to Albany and John grew up on Clinton Ave. John was...
Carmella M. Galvin
May 5, 2015
ROTTERDAM-Carmella M. Galvin, 89, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center, Guilderland. She was born in Albany, NY the daughter of the late Guiseppe and Angelina (Gitto) Genovese. Carmella loved spending time with her family, traveling, reading, watching "her shows," and eating chocolate . She also enjoyed going to the casino. Carmella...
Onaney Valencia
May 4, 2015
Watervliet- Onaney Valencia, 84, passed away Monday, May 4th 2015. Calling hours will be held Sunday May 10th 2015 from 1:00pm-4:00pm at New Comer Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Monday May 11th 2015 at 10:00am at New Comer Funeral Home. Burial will follow the service at Gerald B.H. Saratoga National Cemetery.
Ashley C. Warrick
May 3, 2015
ROTTERDAM JUNCTION-Ashley Christine Warrick of Rotterdam Junction, NY died suddenly on May 3, 2015 from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Ashley's older sister, Cassandra Ann Warrick, was also involved in the accident and is currently in Albany Medical Center recovering from her injuries.Ashley was born on July 20th, 1999 in Schenectady, NY to Katrina (JR Sonnenfroh)Warrick (Dietrich) of...
Johnnie M. Adams
May 3, 2015
Johnnie McArthur Adams, 72 passed away on Sunday, May 3rd 2015 at Albany Medical Center Hospital after a courageous battle. Johnnie is the son of Roy and Carrie Adams of Jacksonville, Florida. He is the third child of 14 brothers and sisters. He attended St. Mark Baptist Church in Jacksonville, under the leadership of Reverend Durent. He was educated in...
