Dr. Kanakaiahnavara Shankar
Jul 23, 2015
Clifton Park- Dr. Kanakaiahnavara Ramaiahsetty Shankar (known as K.R. or "Doc" to his close friends) passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2015. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 54 years, Shanthi; his daughter Maya Parker and her husband Scott; his son Naren Shankar and his wife Cheri; his daughter Meera Shankar; his son Manoj Shankar; and...
Donald Aveyard
Jul 23, 2015
Albany- Donald B. Aveyard passed away suddenly at his home on July 23, 2015. He was 84 years old.The son of the late Alfred and Agnes (McCabe) Aveyard, Don was born on February 10, 1931 in Springfield, MA. He served his country in the United States Navy from 1948-50. After his service he worked as a Police Officer in Norfolk,...
Michael P. Gauger
Jul 22, 2015
Saratoga Springs- Michael P. Gauger, 66, passed away at his home peacefully on July 22nd, 2015. He enjoyed spending time with his family at their camp in Ticonderoga. He was a devoted Father, Husband, and especially Grandfather to his three grandsons; William, Brandon, and Nathan. He is survived by his two daughters; Michele Gauger, Lisa Farrow and her husband William....
Cheryl F. Gabel
Jul 22, 2015
Albany- Cheryl F. Gabel passed July 22nd,2015 after a long illness. Cheryl was the daughter of the late Edward and Frances Gabel. Cheryl is survived by her three siblings: Cindy (Sean) Signer, Judy Gabel, Edward (Melissa) Gabel. She is also survived by her nephews: Joshua Gabel, Troy Signer, Kyle Signer and Patrick Schoonmaker and her niece Erin Signer. Cheryl is...
Florence Mayeliza Dennis
Jul 21, 2015
Albany- Florence May Eliza Dennis, 87, passed away on July 21, 2015.Florence Dennis, affectionately called "Mama," "Granny," "Sister Dennis," or simply, "Florence," was born in Sunning Hill, St. Thomas, Jamaica on May 11, 1928 to parents Charles Dennis and Naomi Edwards.She lived a happy and productive life in Jamaica as a prominent vendor of fruits and vegetables to many businesses...
Richard A. Rost
Jul 21, 2015
Richard A. Rost, 58, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2015 at his home, with his family by his side. Richard was born March 24, 1957, in Schenectady to the late Arthur and Lillian Rost. Richard worked and loved working with General Electric in manufacturing. He enjoyed fishing, golf and tinkering around and life. He loved talking to everyone. Most...
Michael A. Hall
Jul 20, 2015
Slingerlands- Michael A. Hall, 68, passed away surrounded by his loving family on July 20, 2015 at his home.The son of the late Richard and Jean (Lounds) Hall, Mike was born on October 3, 1946 in Amsterdam, NY. Mike worked as an internal auditor for the State University of New York Research Foundation until his retirement in 2003.Mike is survived...
Robert J. Denault
Jul 20, 2015
Albany- Robert J. DeNault, 80, passed away July 20th, 2015 with his family by his side. Robert was the son of the late Albert & Anna Mae DeNault (Kohler). Robert grew up in Lansingburgh before moving to Albany to raise his family. He was a veteran of the United States Navy where he was honorably discharged. He then met his...
Peter G. Kaiser Sr.
Jul 20, 2015
DELMAR- Peter G. Kaiser Sr., 94 passed away on Monday, July 20, 2015. Peter was born on July 20, 1921 to the late Peter and Henrietta Kaiser in Ridgewood, NY. Peter served his country honorably during WWII in the U.S. Army as a First Lieutenant. After the war he married Dolores J. Kern on October 19, 1946. Peter is survived...
Michael R. Falzarano
Jul 19, 2015
Michael R Falzarano, 66, of Niskayuna died peacefully at home surrounded by his family Sunday, July 19 after a hard-fought battle with cancer.He was born in Cobleskill, NY on October 27, 1948, to the late Clement and Jeannette (Vincent) Falzarano. Michael was a graduate of the State University of New York at Cobleskill and worked at General Electric for over...
Jennifer A. Smith
Jul 19, 2015
COLONIE - Jennifer A. Smith, 39, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2015 at Albany Memorial Hospital. Born in Albany, she is the daughter of Joan M. Smith and the late Clifton G. Smith. Jenn was a graduate of Colonie High School Class of 1993 and Siena College and went to work in the insurance industry for most of her...
Paul H. Root
Jul 19, 2015
SCOTIA_Paul H. Root, 51, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 19, 2015 at his home. Paul was born on March 3, 1964 son of the late Richard H. Root Sr. and Violet G. Root.Paul was a kind and passionate person. He was a talented pianist and gardener. He wanted to make the world more beautiful for those around him using...
Robert W. Slocum
Jul 19, 2015
Robert W. Slocum, 83, of East Berne, NY passed away peacefully on July 19, 2015 at St. Peter's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by his loving family and caring staff. Robert was born May 13, 1932, in Schenectady, NY, the son of the late Winston and Antoinette (Monlea) Slocum. Robert graduated from Albany High School, then continued his education with...
Helen F. Slade
Jul 18, 2015
East Greenbush- Helen F. Slade, 89, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on July 18, 2015 at Evergreen Commons. The daughter of the late Joseph and Helen (Snapp) Rau, Helen was born on April 28, 1926 in Albany, NY. She graduated from Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Helen's faith in God was most important to her and...
Elizabeth A. Hall
Jul 18, 2015
Elizabeth "Bette" Hall, 88, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2015 at Glendale Nursing Home.She was born in Albany to the late William and Barbara Coburn.She worked as a keyboard specialist for New York State. She volunteer at St. Peters Hospital for over 25 years. Bette loved making clothing for her daughters and granddaughters and enjoyed baking apple pies, that...
Paul E. Chartier
Jul 18, 2015
Rotterdam- Paul E. Chartier, 67, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2015, with his loving family by his side.Paulie was born on September 5, 1947 in Woonsocket, RI to the late Ernest and Alice Chartier. When he turned 19 he joined the United States Air Force where he served his country honorably for 20 years. In 2003 he married...
Julia B. Morehouse
Jul 17, 2015
COLONIE - (1924-2015) Julia Blakeslee Morehouse of Appleblossom Lane entered into eternal rest on July 17th, 2015.Born in Flushing, New York on January 17th, 1924, she was brought to Albany as a young child and lived in this area throughout her lifetime.For 33 years, Mrs. Morehouse had been employed by Northern Industrial Services, a Colonie engineering research and development firm,...
Joan A. Mara
Jul 17, 2015
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Joan at 9 am on Thursday, July 23 at Mater Christi Catholic Church, 40 Hopewell St., Albany, NY 12208, burial will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery.
Phillip Diederich
Jul 17, 2015
SCHENECTADY- Phillip J. "J.D." Diederich, 62, passed away at Ellis Hospital on Friday, July 17, 2015 with his loving family by his side. J.D. was born to the late Michael and Dorothy Diederich on July 10, 1953 in Schenectady, NY. After attending Mt. Pleasant High School, J.D. began his 37 year career at General Electric. In 1977 J.D. married his...
William K. Heritage
Jul 17, 2015
William K. Heritage, 64, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2015 in the home he grew up in. He was born in Albany to the late Charles and Mary Heritage. He worked for New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services in Albany for 36 years. He loved his family. His daughters and granddaughter were his life.He is survived by...