Edward Grant
Oct 9, 2014
MENANDS-Edward "Eddie" L. Grant, 56 passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2014 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn following a long battle with COPD. He now joins his late beloved wife Karen M. (Becker) Grant in heaven. He was born in Albany, NY the son of the late Arthur J. Grant, Jr. and Catherine (Kindlon) Grant. He worked in the Maintenance...
Marlene M. Marmaduke
Oct 9, 2014
Marlene M. Marmaduke, 73, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2014 at Ellis Hospital with her family by her side. Marlene was born in Schenectady, NY to the late Millard and Mary (Barnes) Green.In addition to her parents, Marlene was predeceased by her husband, Harry Marmaduke and her great grandson, Nicholas Smith Jr., one brother, one sister and one step-son.Marlene...
Lynn D. Berner
Oct 9, 2014
SCHENECTADY – Lynn D. Berner, 74, passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2014 at Glendale Nursing Home. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday at 9:00 am at Memory Gardens, 983 Watervliet-Shaker Road, Colonie.
Lawrence R. Adriance
Oct 9, 2014
RENSSELAER – Lawrence Raymond Adriance, 86, passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2014 at Stratton VA Medical Center. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Raymond and Helen Adriance.Larry was a lifetime resident of the Albany area. He served his country in the Army during the Korean War. Larry worked for Northway Motors for 20 years, and...
Harold R. Horstman
Oct 9, 2014
Guilderland - Harold Richard "Dick" Horstman, aged 87, died peacefully on Thursday at his home in Guilderland, surrounded by his family.Dick was was preceded in death by his lovely wife of 56 years, Lorraine (Smith). He is survived by his four children and their spouses: Kirk (Patricia) Horstman, Cindy (Ed) Joslin, Julie (Dan)Tidd, and Carole (Jeff) Dooley. He is also...
David J. Miller
Oct 9, 2014
David J. Miller, 62, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2014 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. David was born January 28, 1952, at Ogdensburg, New York, the son of the late, Quinton and Harriet Miller. David graduated from Colonie Central High School with the class of 1971. He was a volunteer fireman from 1970 to 1986; worked...
Jose E. Segura
Oct 9, 2014
ALBANY- Jose E. Segura, 68, passed away peacefully at Samaritan Hospice, surrounded by his loving family, on October 9th, 2014. Visitation will be held at New Comer Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY, on October 13th, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, with a memorial service to follow.
Harrison F. Rivers, Sr.
Oct 9, 2014
VALATIE – Harrison F. "Bud" Rivers, Sr. passed away Thursday, October 9, 2014 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn from heart complications.Bud spent 35 years with the Operating Engineers, Local Union 106, working mostly with John DiGiulio Construction. He had a large family that love him and miss him dearly. Bud is survived by his sons, Harrison F, Rivers, Jr., Eric...
Alice Corkrey
Oct 8, 2014
Albany – Alice W. Corkrey, 90, wife of the late Raymond F. Corkrey, was born and raised in Albany on Alexander St. and fondly referred to as "The South End".Alice graduated from St. Ann's School and continued her education at Samaritan School of Nursing where she graduated as a Registered Nurse in 1946. During her education she proudly served in...
Amos Sorel Iii
Oct 8, 2014
Albany - Amos "Abe" W. Sorel passed away peacefully and surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, October 8, 2014 after a courageous four year battle with cancer. Abe was born on December 30, 1950 to Amos W. Sorel and Edith (Bogart) Sorel in Albany NY where he was a life-long resident. He was married to his first true love,...
Ellan D. Reilly
Oct 8, 2014
SCHENECTADY – Ellan D. Reilly, 89, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2014 in Bennington, Vermont. Ellan was a resident of Schenectady for 83 years, and Hoosick Falls for 4 years. She liked knitting and needlepoint. Ellan also enjoyed puzzles and had a love for animals of all kinds.Ellan was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Thomas J. Reilly.She...
Dorothy Gralow
Oct 7, 2014
GUILDERLAND-Dorothy (Dottie) F. Gralow, 90, of Schenectady, passed away on October 7th. Dottie, born in Albany on March 7, 1924, married her life partner and soul mate of 70 years, Edward Gralow, on February 26, 1944 when he was home on leave from the US Navy during WWII.Dottie enjoyed working with children and taught nursery school at Lynnwood Reformed Church....
Elizabeth G. Normandin
Oct 7, 2014
SARATOGA-Elizabeth "Betty" Bosher Normandin, 92, was called home by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, October 7th, 2014.Betty was born in Albany on November 30th, 1921 to James and Elizabeth Bosher. Betty is predeceased by her husband,Francis Henry, her parents, and her two sisters; Mildred Ryan, and Jane VanDuren.Betty was the devoted mother of her son, Wayne (Jane),...
Kenneth Glenn"Lou" Holbrook
Oct 7, 2014
COLONIE - Kenneth Glenn "Lou" Holbrook, 83, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2014 at St. Peter's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Albany, surrounded by his loving family. Ken was born on April 2, 1931 in Greenwich, NY and was the son of the late Michael L. and Gladys (Squires) Holbrook. He served his country proudly in the US Army...
Beau Lacasse
Oct 6, 2014
ROTTERDAM-Beau T. LaCasse, 47 passed away on Monday, October 6, 2014 at his residence with his loving wife by his side, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Troy, NY, the son of John J. LaCasse, Sr. and the late Beverly M. (Bristol) LaCasse. Beau was a general laborer before his illness. He loved music and playing...
Margery Wells
Oct 6, 2014
Schenectady – Margery K. Wells, 89, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2014 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center surrounded by her loving family. Born in Geneseo, IL, she is the daughter of the late Walton and Nell Kay.After graduating from Kansas State Teachers College, Margery moved to Schenectady and worked as a Lab Assistant for General Electric before retiring to...
Gregory A. Stalker
Oct 5, 2014
COLONIE-Gregory A. Stalker, 52 of Colonie passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2014. He was born in Albany, NY the son of the late Arnold and Alta (DeWitt) Stalker. Gregory graduated from Albany High School and Schenectady Community College. He was employed by the South Colonie School District. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and a member of the...
Scott A. Swift
Oct 5, 2014
SPRAKERS-Scott A. Swift, 51 passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2014.He was born in Medford, Oregon, the son of Earle and Jeri (Lee) Swift. Scott was employed by Werner Transportation as a Truck Driver for many years.Scott is the beloved husband of Debra (Belfance) Swift.There are no services scheduled at this time.
Martha Zwack
Oct 5, 2014
Guilderland – Martha E. Zwack, 88, passed away peacefully on Sunday October 5, 2014 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center surrounded by her loving family. Born in Albany, she is the daughter of the late George and Martha Rockenstyre.Martha's life was devoted to her family, raising her 14 children and caring for her cherished grandchildren. Her greatest joys in...
Beverly R. Haefeli
Oct 5, 2014
Albany-Beverly R. Haefeli, 81, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family, on Sunday, October 5th, 2014.A memorial Service will be held at a later date to be announced by her family.