Charles R. Purcell
Mar 25, 2013
CHARLTON – Charles R. Purcell, 63, passed away on Monday, March 25, 2013 with his wife and family by his side. Born in Troy, he was the son of the late Walter R. and Lilivene Purcell. Chuck was the first courier for Federal Express in Albany where he worked for twenty-five years. He was a charter member of the Elks...
Rosemary L. Florence
Mar 25, 2013
Schenectady- Rosemary 'Linda' Florence, 63, of Schenectady, passed away March 25, 2013 at Albany Medical Center after a brief illness.Linda was born in Rochester NH, the daughter of the late Roland J. Sr. and Freda Gosselin. She graduated from Linton High School and attended college at Hudson Valley where she obtained her degree in 1970. From there, Linda moved on...
Walter S. Wilmot
Mar 24, 2013
NISKAYUNA - Walter "Walt" Sherwood Wilmot, 89, of Niskayuna, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 24, 2013 at Ellis Hospital with his loving wife of 31 years, Dorothea Pessolano Wilmot, by his side. Born in Bridgeport, CT on September 7, 1923, he was the son of the late Walter Sherwood Wilmot and Lora Alice Tousey. After graduating in 1941 from...
Diane M. Galipeau
Mar 24, 2013
ALBANY – Diane M. Galipeau, 51, of Albany, passed away suddenly on Sunday, March 24, 2013 at her residence. She was born in Albany and is the daughter of Harold Crowley and Shirley (Lewis) Bell. Diane is the beloved mother of Richard (Valarie) Balls and Kyle Galipeau. She is the sister of Harold (Jody) Crowley, John (Donna) Crowley, Kathy (Chet)...
Hendrieka Useforge
Mar 22, 2013
ALBANY –Hendrieka Useforge, 96, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2013 at Albany Medical Center surrounded by family. Hendrieka was an avid Yankee fan who had watched every game since she was 17 years old. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday from 9:00 to 11:00 am at New Comer Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie. Interment will...
David A. Grzybowski
Mar 22, 2013
David A. Grzybowski, 75, passed away peacefully on Friday, Mar 22, 2013 at Glendale Nursing Home after a long illness. He was born on Oct 05, 1937 in Buffalo, NY to the late Adolf and Helen Grzybowski. He was an accomplished show horse trainer and avid fan of NASCAR racing. David was a tractor trailer driver for over 37 years...
Florence M. Gulliver
Mar 21, 2013
Florence M. Gulliver, 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Mar 21, 2013 at the Community Hospice Inn at St. Peters. She was born in Albany, NY to the late Joseph and Mae Hubert. Florence was proud to be recognized as a Gold Star Mother. She enjoyed spending time with her family and going to the Racino with her best friend...
Adeujuan A.A. Adams
Mar 20, 2013
GUILDERLAND – Adeujuan "Dej" Ali-Jah Ali' Adams, 16, departed this life on Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Albany on July 20, 1996, he was the son of Stephanie Sanders (Terrance Roberts), and father Brian R. Adams.Dej was a student with the Guilderland Central School District. He enjoyed playing basketball and football.Dej was predeceased by his...
Carmine Destefano
Mar 20, 2013
Colonie – Carmine DeStefano, 93, of Colonie, passed away suddenly on Wednesday March 20, 2013 at Ellis Hospital. He was born in Ardsley on the Putnam, NY and was the son of the late Dominic and Mary Severino DeStefano. He was predeceased in January of 2013 by his beloved wife of 59 years, Anna M. DeStefano.Carmine was a decorated WWII...
Walter R. Sweet Jr.
Mar 20, 2013
COLONIE - Walter R. Sweet Jr., 95, a resident of Colonie since 1954, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at Evergreen Commons Nursing Home in East Greenbush. Born in Albany in 1918, Walter was the son of the late Walter and Emma (Gardner) Sweet and predeceased by his sisters, Elvada Enos and Verna Dubuc. Walter was employed by General...
Mary Lorraine Perone
Mar 19, 2013
Mary Lorraine Perone, 83, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at her home, with her family by her side. She was born in Albany to the late Raymond and Marie (Metz) Lifite. Mary enjoyed making crafts, cooking and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, Mary was predeceased by her daughter, Jeanne, her sister, Leona...
Patricia Bartlett
Mar 18, 2013
GUILDERLAND-Patricia A. Bartlett of Guilderland, NY passed away on Monday, March 18, 2013 at her residence. Patricia is survived by her sister Jean T. Alheim of Guilderland, her brother Roger A. Gardner, of Tennessee and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Donald Gardner. Funeral service will be private at the convenience of the family. There...
John Craig Sterling
Mar 18, 2013
Indian Harbour Beach, FL - John Craig Sterling, born March 30, 1954, died peacefully on Monday at the age of 58. John grew up in Schuyler, NY, earned his undergraduate degree from Syracuse University and his master's degree from Saint Rose College in Albany, NY.He leaves behind his daughter Rebecca (Brendan Hughes), son Carl (Evelyn) and beloved grandson Ethan Sterling....
Beatrice O. Wagner
Mar 18, 2013
LARGO, FL – Beatrice O. Wagner, 101, passed away on Monday, March 18, 2013 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center in Guilderland, surrounded by her loving family. Beatrice was born on March 2, 1912 in Colonie and was the daughter of the late George Edward and Etta Sarah (Hildreth) Hallenbeck. She was a sales person and teacher for Hammond...
Jane P.(Shutter) Kuon
Mar 18, 2013
RENSSELAER – Jane P. (Shutter) Kuon, 85, passed away on Monday, March 18, 2013. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Marie Shutter. Jane was an Albany resident for most of her life. Jane enjoyed embroidering beautiful gifts for family and friends. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Jane was the beloved...
Cecile M. Gervais
Mar 17, 2013
Latham - Cecile M. (Ceil) Gervais, 85, of Latham, passed away peacefully at St. Peters Hospice Inn on Sunday, March 17, 2013. Ceil was born and educated in Burlington, VT. She moved to the Albany area in 1945 and married her beloved husband, Lynes R. Gervais on June 14, 1947. Ceil was employed by the Travelers Insurance Company for 25...
Cheryl A. Mahar
Mar 17, 2013
SELKIRK – Cheryl Ann Mahar, 66, passed away surrounded by her loved ones at St. Peter's Hospice Inn on March 17, 2013 after a long illness. She was born in Albany on June 11, 1946 to the late Barbara and Andrew Reid.Cheryl is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Charles J. Mahar; daughter Judith (Tom) Demarco; son Michael...
Paula A. Nicpon
Mar 17, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Paula A. Nicpon, 76, passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2013 at Mary's Haven in Saratoga Springs, NY, after a seven year battle with cancer. The world lost a wonderful, gentle, woman. Paula was born July 3, 1936 in Schenectady, NY to the late Anna (Rakvica) Pivacek and Robert Pivacek. Paula attended Mont Pleasant High School in Schenectady....
Dennis Allen Whittemore
Mar 17, 2013
Dennis Allen Whittemore, 53, passed away suddenly on Sunday, Mar 17, 2013 in Cape Cod. He was born in Utica, New York to Rosemonde Wheaton Whittemore and the late Howard Whittemore. Dennis graduated from SUNY,Oneonta in 1983 with a degree in Sociology. He was an active member of the Rotterdam Elks, joining in 2001 and went through every chair and...
Michael J. Sasso
Mar 17, 2013
Michael J. Sasso, 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 17, 2013 at Albany Memorial Hospital with his family by his side. He was born in Albany to the late Pasquale and Donata (Viggiano) Sasso. Michael proudly served with the United States Army during the Korean War. He worked for over 30 years with the United States Postal service in...
