Gerald Anthony(Tony) Downs
Nov 24, 2015
ALBANY- Gerald Anthony Downs passed away November 22, 2015 surrounded by his family. Gerald was the son of the late Rose Marie McKnight, Eugene Downs Senior and Rev. Clemore McKnight Senior.Gerald was educated in the Albany Public School System. Gerald had various jobs throughout the years but his greatest love was music and singing for the Lord. Gerald played piano...
Kevin A. Young Sr.
Nov 24, 2015
Kevin A.Young Sr., 56, went home to be with his mother on November 24, 2015.He was born September 28, 1959 in Albany, New York, the son of James E. Young and the late Delores (Bland) Thomas. Kevin was a fun happy outgoing person. He was laid back and family oriented, he was a devoted father, brother, son and friend. Kevin...
Theresa B. Bravo
Nov 23, 2015
CATSKILL - Theresa B. Bravo, 83, passed away peacefully on November 23rd, 2015 in Marietta, GA after a brief illness. She grew up on the family farm in Athens during the Great Depression and was the daughter of the late Frank S. and Nora Stoly Kozloski. Theresa graduated from St. Patrick's Academy in Catskill. She loved to crochet, cook, was...
Vincent E. Pierce Sr.
Nov 23, 2015
Vincent E. Pierce Sr. passed away peacefully on November 23, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late Edward and Kathleen Pierce. "Vince" was a graduate of LaSalle Institute and Siena College. He proudly served his country in the US NAVY during WWII as a pharmacist's mate. He went on to work as an Insurance...
Ann M. Casey
Nov 23, 2015
GUILDERLAND- Ann Mary Casey (Swanteck), 71, passed away November 23rd, 2015 with her loving family by her side.Ann was a member of the first graduating class of Mercy High School in 1962, in Albany, NY. She was a territory assistant for the Hallmark Card Company for 23 years and was known for her infectious laugh by friends and family.Ann is...
June D. Vrahnos
Nov 23, 2015
Colonie- June D. Vrahnos, 94, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Daughters of Sarah Nursing Home, on Monday, November 23, 2015. June was born on April 20, 1921, in Portland, ME, to the late Ambrose and Lila Coffen. June was married to the late Joseph G. Vrahnos on June 22, 1941. They were married for 63 years. Together they...
Michael J. Wesolowski
Nov 21, 2015
Michael John WesolowskiAugust 19, 1946 – November 21, 2015AMSTERDAM – Michael John Wesolowski, 69, passed from this life and arose into eternal life on November 21, 2015, with his loving wife by his side. Born on August 19, 1946 in Buffalo, NY to the late Stanley Frank and Cecilia Theresa (Krakowiak) Wesolowski, Michael was a loving and dedicated family man....
Donald W. Guthrie
Nov 21, 2015
Latham- Donald W. Guthrie, 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 21st, 2015. Donald was the son of the late Alfred and Helen Guthrie. Donald proudly served in the Navy during WWII receiving the following medals: Purple Heart, American Campaign, Asiatic Pacific Campaign, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign, and World War II Victory. He enjoyed trips to Europe, summers at Brant Lake...
Edwin M. Sherman
Nov 21, 2015
Troy- Edwin Mark "Marty" Sherman, 75, passed away peacefully on November 21st, 2015 at Hoosick Falls Nursing and Rehab Center. He was born to the late Edward and Bessie Mae Korth -Sherman.Marty attended Troy High School. Upon graduating he served in the U.S. Airforce as Air police. When he returned from his service, he worked a long career as a...
Sharon Rose Gillett
Nov 20, 2015
Sharon Rose Gillett, 55, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 20, 2015 at St. Peters Hospital, with her loving family by her side. Sharon was the daughter of Sharon Brunsdon and the late Martin Leonard. She enjoyed spending time with her dog, Beans and her family. Sharon is survived by her partner of over 18 years, Robert E. Mossman; her...
Carmen Salvino
Nov 20, 2015
ALBANY- Carmen D. Salvino, 92, passed away peacefully on November 20th, 2015. Carmen was born to the late James and Mary Salvino in Coeymans, NY.Carmen started his work life in the Selkirk Railroad yards where he worked on steam engines as a boilermaker. During WWII, he served in the Army in the Pacific theater. Carmen rose to the rank of...
James M. Cox
Nov 20, 2015
James M. Cox, known as Jim by his friends, 65, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 20th, 2015. He was the son of Raymond Cox and Margaret Coonrad Cox. Jim attended The College of St. Rose where he earned a Masters Degree in Arts. While attending college, he followed in his father's shoes by joining the NY state workforce. First...
Thomas J. Clancy, Jr.
Nov 20, 2015
Thomas J. Clancy Jr., 71, peacefully entered into eternal life on Friday, November 20, 2015 after a long illness. Thomas was the son of the late Thomas and Cecelia Clancy. He is also predeceased by his brother, James E. Clancy. Thomas was born in Albany and retired from the City of Albany after 42 years of service. Tom was a...
Lawrence E. Moyer
Nov 20, 2015
Moyer, Lawrence "Larry", "Lamont"Loudonville- Lawrence E. Moyer, 80, passed away, November 20, 2015 with his family by his side. Lawrence was son of the late Elmo and Fayette Moyer and loving husband to the late Florence "Tee" Moyer. Larry provided for the welfare of his community and was a dedicated public servant for over 50 years. Lamont was a NYS...
Lillian A. Kirk
Nov 20, 2015
Holley, NY- Lillian Ann Kirk, 58, passed away after a long battle with cancer on Friday, November 20, 2015.Lilly was born January 18, 1957 in Albany, NY to Robert and Frances Frechette. Lilly worked for New York State as an Operator/ Purchaser for 16 years. She enjoyed reading, music, and dancing. She loved a good party and loved being with...
Sandra E. Cole
Nov 20, 2015
Saratoga/Guilderland- Sandra E. Cole , 75, passed away peacefully after battling a long illness on Friday, November 20th, 2015, at the Capital Living Nursing and Rehab Center in Rotterdam, NY. Sandy was born in Albany, NY to the late Sandles and Nan George on April 6th, 1940. Sandy graduated from Mildred Elley school of Business. She retired from Albany County...
Frances Katherine Clancy
Nov 19, 2015
Frances "Frankie" Clancy has left her earthly dwelling on Thursday, November 19 to join her beloved husband James William Clancy Jr. who predeceased her on October 25, 1982. She was born in Weathersby, MS (now Mendenhall) to the late Maybell (Purser) May and Lish May. She was predeceased by her sisters Louise (Eugene) Coleman and Mary McMullen, her brothers Herbert...
Grace M. Buchanan
Nov 19, 2015
Albany- Grace Marie Adel (Gavin) Buchanan, 94, passed away peacefully at her home on November 19, 2015. Born May 16, 1921 in Astoria, New York, she was the daughter of the late Joseph F. and Martha (Mara) Gavin, Sr.Grace was predeceased by her beloved husband Paul D. Buchanan, Sr. in 1992, her son-in-law William E. Leary Sr., her daughter-in-law Melissa...
Earl Hines
Nov 19, 2015
Earl Hines, 74, passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2015 with his loving family by his side. He is the son of the late, Elias and Maeola Hines. Earl was the devoted husband to Henrietta Hines. He was also predeceased by four brothers. In addition to his wife Earl is survived by his children; Eric, Derrick, Eugene, Camille, Earl, Theresa...
Virgencia M."Sissy" Dowen
Nov 19, 2015
Virgencia M. "Sissy" (Gardy) Dowen, 65, passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2015 with her loving family by her side. Sissy was born on April 29, 1950 to the late John and Emma Gardy. Sissy loved playing Bingo and going to the Casino's with her best friend, Jean Gardy. Sissy's passion was her loving family and the children she cared...
