Douglas W. Smith
Feb 7, 2016
GARLAND, TX - Douglas W. Smith, 51, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 7, 2016. Born in Albany, he was the son of Joan M. Smith and the late Clifton G. Smith. He graduated from Colonie Central High School in 1982. Doug joined the Army in 1984 and served 7 years as a Sergeant-E5 in both the USA and Europe....
Edward F. Ryan
Feb 7, 2016
Guilderland- Edward F. Ryan , 68, peacefully passed away February 8th, 2016 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Ed was the son of the late John F. and Mary J. Ryan. He was the devoted husband to Kathleen Moran. They were married 45 years. Ed was a graduate of Cathedral Academy, Cardinal McCloskey High School, and Siena College....
Shirley Parker
Feb 7, 2016
COLONIE_Shirley J. Parker, 80, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2016 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on April 26, 1935 to the late Mark and Roseanne (Rogers) Howder in Albany. On February 6, 1953, she married Alfred Parker. She was a member of the Church of St. Clare in Colonie, where she taught Religious Education...
Barbara Bianchi
Feb 6, 2016
Schenectady, NY - Barbara R. Bianchi, 83, passed away on Saturday February 6, 2016 at St. Johnsville Nursing Center after a short battle with cancer. She was born on September 22, 1932 to the late Pawel (Paul) and Michalina (Rubczak) Lukawski in Kalusz, Poland. Barbara worked as a CNA for 28 years at Kingsway Arms Nursing Home in Schenectady. She...
Harriette W. Mccart
Feb 6, 2016
Albany- Harriette W. McCart, Born Albany, NY May 17 1926, died February 6, 2016 at The Teresian House after a series of illnesses. She is survived by 2 nephews, David Hostetter (Sue) of Rochester, NY, Craig McCart (Mary Lou) of Weeki Wachee, Florida, and a niece Bonnie Collins of Newark, NY as well as multiple cousins out of the area...
Patricia A. Kunkle
Feb 6, 2016
Selkirk- Patricia A. Kunkle, 72, passed away peacefully on February 6th, 2016 after a brief battle with cancer.She was born on October 10th, 1943 to the late Marcus and Marion (Perkins) Tricarico in Albany.On November 10th, 1962 she married the late Fredrick L. Kunkle. They were married for 41 years. She worked for 26 years at Conifer Park in Scotia,...
Joan E. Macmillen
Feb 6, 2016
Joan Eleanor (Braungart) MacMillen, 79, beloved wife of the recently deceased Wilkins "Sam" MacMillen, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2016, after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer and lung disease. Joan was born in Schenectady, NY and was the daughter of the late Emil Braungart and Helen Lynch. After graduating from Nott Terrace High School in 1954,...
Charles J. Mahar
Feb 6, 2016
Selkirk- Charles J. Mahar, 70, passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2016, suddenly at home with his loving daughter and son.Charles was born in Albany, NY on February 3, 1946, to the late Thomas and Isabella Mahar. He was a graduate of Phillip Schyler High School, and went on to work for Sterling Winthrop Research Institute, for 26 years. He...
Sylvia A. Schachne
Feb 4, 2016
FREEHOLD, NJ - Sylvia A. Schachne, 88, passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2016 at The Manor in Freehold, NJ.Sylvia was born in Mansfield, Notts England on April 24, 1927. She was the wife of the late James Schachne.Sylvia is survived by her children, John A. (Margaret) Schachne of Voorheesville, NY and Suzanne C. Khanna of Toms River, NJ; her...
Doris E.(Novak) Scavia
Feb 4, 2016
SCHENECTADY - Doris E. (Novak) Scavia, 95, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 4th, 2016, surrounded by the caring staff at Kingsway Nursing Home. Born February 23, 1920, in Somerville, MA, the daughter of the late Dortha and William Novak.After her retirement from The United Way as a bookeeper, "Aunt Doris" spent many enjoyable hours with her husband...
Nancy L. Kim
Feb 4, 2016
Nancy Lou Kim, 82, passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2016 after a courageous battle, with her loving family by her side. Nancy was the daughter of the late Raymond Shaw and Wilma Shaw. Nancy was a member of the Christ the King Parish. She proudly served with the United States Marine Corp. She was a post master in Voorheesville,...
Andrew H. Ruth
Feb 3, 2016
Selkirk- Andrew H. Ruth passed away on February 3, 2016 at Evergreen Commons in East Greenbush. He was 87 years old.The son of the late Harold Ruth and Beatrice (Wescott) Williams, Andrew was born on September 12, 1928 in Albany, NY. He was retired from SUNY where he worked for many years as a purchasing agent.Andrew enjoyed bowling and was...
Paula A. Mico
Feb 3, 2016
After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Paula A. Mico, 68, of Colonie, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2016 at home surrounded by her family. Born on December 19, 1947 to Dr. Paul and Mary (Cummings) Mico in Dennison, OH. Paula lived in several areas around the country. She spent much of her youth living at the Navajo...
Emma Linda Wells
Feb 2, 2016
Emma Linda Wells, 54, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 2, 2016 with her loving family by her side. Emma was the daughter of the late Joseph Lirosi and Barbara Riley. Emma was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church for many years. She worked for over 30 years with the Department of State as a Business Document Specialist. She enjoyed...
Stella J. Gasorowski
Feb 1, 2016
Albany - Stella J.Gasorowski, 96 passed away on Saturday, February 13, 2016. Stella was born on January 19, 1920. Stella was the daughter of the late Julius and Veronica (Magiera) Olsiewski. She retired from the Albany County Department of Social Service in 1982. Stella was an active member of the Cathedral of All Saints serving as a choir mother for...
Douglas Manley
Feb 1, 2016
Colonie- Douglas Manley, 60, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2016. He was born on July 27, 1955 to the late Seth and Barbara Manley.His family was the most important thing in his life. He had a special relationship with each of his three children, Jennifer, Kristin, and Drew; sparking and supporting their interests in skiing, cars, dogs, and go-kart...
Ishmael Hendricks
Feb 1, 2016
GILDERLAND_Ishmael Hendricks, 65, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2016 with his family at his side at Albany Medical Center. He was born on August 17, 1950 to the late Nicodemus and Mary (Rhymer) Hendricks at St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands.Ishmael worked in parking and security in the Film Industry in New York, NY for over 20 years. On July...
Helen J. Lawless
Feb 1, 2016
COLONIE_Helen J. Lawless, 82, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2016 with her family by her side. She was born on April 9, 1933 to the late Marcus and Helen (Van Wormer) Rolfe in Schenectady. In 1953 she married, John E. Lawless. Helen graduated from Mt. Plesant High school and went on to earn her Associates Degree from Albany Business...
Richard C. Kearsing
Feb 1, 2016
Albany- Richard C. Kearsing, 79, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his daughters on February 1, 2016. The son of the late Randall and Nellie (Kinal) Kearsing, Richard was born on February 1, 1937 in Albany, NY.Richard was a honorary Life Member and past Post Commander of the Joseph E. Zaloga Post 1520 and honorary life member of the...
Virginia T."Ginny" Clow
Jan 31, 2016
Colonie- Virginia T. "Ginny" Clow, 75, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 31, 2016 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born to the late William and Beatrice Klein on October 15, 1940. Virginia graduated from Schuyler High School and began her work in food service and home healthcare. Virginia loved going to the ocean in New Jersey with her...