GUILDERLAND- Blair M. Steele Jr. 94 passed away peacefully with family at his side Friday. Born in Sterling Ill on August 7, 1921, he was the son of Blair M. Steele Sr. and Anne O'Meara Steele. He was predeceased by his wife, Rena, in 2008. He is survived by his children David K. Steele of Sacramento CA. and Serena A....
Colonie- Constance "Connie" M. Christmas passed away with her family by her side on August 14, 2015 at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany. She was 83 years old.The daughter of the late Steven and Mary (Coman) Christmas, she was born on May 7, 1932 in Youngstown, Ohio. She graduated high school in 1950. She then entered the US...
Andrea E. Halse, 68, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2015. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday August 18th, 2015 4:00PM-7:00PM at New Comer Funeral Home located on 343 New Karner Rd, Colonie, 12205. The burial will take place at St.Matthew's Cemetery on Wednesday August 19th, 2015 located in Glenmont, NY, at 11:00AM.She was born on April 16, 1947,...
Rita (Bull) Davis, 69, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2015 at her home.Rita was born in Troy, NY to the late William and Rita (Lasher) Bull.She was an avid dart player, enjoyed dancing and singing karaoke. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Vern Davis.Rita is survived by her daughters, Kim (Charles) Mero and Pamela...
SCHENECTADY- Aida J. Cinquino, 85, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2015. A graveside service will be held at St. Anthony's Cemetery, 27 Glenridge Rd, Schenectady, NY 12302, on Monday, August 17, 2015 at 10:00am.
DELMAR_ Carmine Charles Arcello, 87, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2015. He was born on September 17, 1927 to the late Salvatore and Luisa (Monaco) Arcello in Brooklyn, NY. Carmine was a Veteran of the United States Army. He retired from Dannon Yogurt in the New York City area where he worked as a driver. In 1996 he married...
James "Jimmy K" Kozakiewicz, 61, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2015 at the Community Hospice Inn at St. Peters, with his family by his side. Jimmy was born in Albany, he was the son of the late Francis and Mary Kozakiewicz. Jimmy attended and graduated from Cardinal McCloskey High School.He owned and operated J's Plumbing in Albany for 14...
Kathleen A. Newland, age 63, passed away on August 12, 2015 at Albany Medical Center. The daughter of the late Edward and Ailsa (Bailey) Paige, she was born on August 30, 1951 in Albany, NY. She loved farming and spending time with her family at her lake house. She was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother.In addition to her parents,...
William E. Murphy passed away peacefully on Tuesday August 11, 2015 in Albany, NY with family at his side. William, better known as Bill, was born in Albany on November 15, 1927 to Mary (Rooney) Murphy and Harry Murphy. Raised in Albany, Bill graduated from Christian Brothers Academy. After graduation he enlisted in the Army and served in WWII where...
Colonie- Hattie S. Lawyer passed away on August 10, 2015 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. She was 93 years old.The daughter of the late Bush and Jessie Shimer she was born on September 5, 1921.Hattie worked for Sterling Winthrop in Rensselaer for 32 years until her retirement in 1984. She loved to travel all over in her RV. She...
ALBANY- Elizabeth P. Smith, 88, passed away in her home, Monday, August 10, 2015.Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
NISKAYUNA - Fanny "Fran" D. Lazinski, 67, passed away after a brief illness on Monday, August 10, 2015, at her home surrounded by her loving family.Fran was born on April 12, 1948 in Schenectady and was the daughter of the late William and Anna (Vitallo) Borchardt. She graduated from Mount Pleasant High School and worked for Clark Whitbeck Co. and...
Scotia-David R. Gordon, 67, passed away at Ellis Hospital on Sunday, August 9, 2015.Dave was born in Whitehall, NY to the late Armand and Ethel Gordon on June 2, 1948. He is predeceased by his daughter, Lisa Golden.Dave is survived by his loving wife, Joyce, his daughter, Melissa, his five cherished grandchildren, his five great-grandchildren, and a host of brothers,...
ALBANY - Rose Mason, 95, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2015 at the Teresian House where she has resided for the past three years.Rose was born on March 21, 1920 in Poughkeepsie, NY and was the oldest daughter of the late Charles and Susie (Yost) Dowen. She was also predeceased by her beloved husband of 44 years, Ernest V....
Richard Edward Schmidt Sr., 87, passed away peacefully at his home on August 7th, 2015, with his loving wife by his side.The son of John and Alice Rebecca Schmidt, Richard grew up in Albany, NY, graduated from Vincentian Institute High School, and later attended Siena College in Loudonville, NY. He was a World War II veteran, serving with the US...
ALBANY_Kathleen A. Hurlburt, 80, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2015 at Van Rensselaer Manor Nursing Home with her family at her side. Kathleen was born on January 26, 1935, daughter of the late, James J. and Eleanor (Rice) Mahoney, at her home on Eileen St. in Albany, where she grew up and later raised her own children. On September...
ALTAMONT_Getuglio "Jerry" J. Fiscaletti Sr., 87, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2015. He was born on January 20, 1928 son of the late Peter and Ida (Marcucci) Fiscaletti. Jerry was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving his country in WWII. He spent his career as a union carpenter in Albany. He was a communicant of St. Catherine's of...
COLONIE - James V. Zaremski, Jr. 33 passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 6, 2015. James was born January 4, 1982 in Albany, NY.James touched the hearts of many people. He was a kind and gentle man. He was fun, funny and could easily turn your frown upside down! He was a respectful son, brother and the best...
ALBANY- June Galligan, 75, peacefully passed away on August 6th, 2015 at St.Peter's Hospital. She was born in Troy, NY, and attended school in Albany, NY. Following her graduation she worked at Albany ARC Day Habilitation Center for many years. June was an avid animal lover and watcher, which started when she worked on her family farm as a kid....
Amsterdam- Howard Finkel passed away on August 6, 2015 after a long and courageous battle at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. He was 54 years old.The son of the late Bernard and Ceil (Grossbaum) Finkel, Howard was born on August 24, 1960 in the Bronx, NY. Howard was educated in New York City. He was employed at Conifer Park in Glenville...