Louise Elizabeth DeSantis
2025
Louise Elizabeth DeSantis, 80, of Schenectady NY, passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025, at Ellis Hospital.
Born in October of 1944, she was the daughter of the late Leroy and Edna (Henderson) Card.
Louise shared a special bond with her daughter—they were not just family, but truly great friends. Whether they were playing Bingo, coloring, or hosting their own tea parties,...
William J. Temple
Aug 4, 2025
William James Temple, May 18, 1946 was born in Albany, NY, to the late Sarah Temple Palmer.
In October 1965, William was inducted into the United States Army. He was stationed in Fort Jackson, SC and transferred to St. Louis, MO. He performed two years of service and achieved rank of SP5 (T) {Specialist}. During his service, he was awarded the...
Gladys Esther Santiago
Aug 4, 2025
Gladys Santiago, 75, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 4, 2025, at home with her loving family by her side. Gladys was pre-deceased by her loving mother, Natividad Benitez.
Gladys was the devoted wife of Fred Santiago. They were married for 47 years. Gladys worked for over 30 years for the Federal government, retiring from the US Department of Labor. Gladys...
Donald J. Dewey Sr.
Aug 3, 2025
In Loving Memory of Donald J. Dewey Sr.
My husband, the love of my life and my best friend for 60 years, passed peacefully surrounded by family. A devoted husband to his wife Rose, and father to Donald, Dawn (Garlock), and John, and a proud grandfather of Halley, Johnathan, Rebecca, Evan (Garlock), and Liam, he was the steady heart of our...
Leona C. Hamelin
Aug 2, 2025
Leona “ Lee” Hamelin, born on October 23, 1930, in Bethlehem New York died at home, where she lived with her daughter Joyce, on August 2, 2025.
She was predeceased by her parents, Helen and Cyrille Dushane, 16 brothers and sisters, and ex-husband‘s Benardino Caputo and Herman Hamelin.
She worked at Whitney‘s department store at a young age and also as a...
Lawrence "Larry" D. Bellinger
Aug 1, 2025
Lawrence (Larry) D. Bellinger of Watervliet, NY, passed away on Friday, August 1st, at the age of 79, after battling Parkinson’s Disease for over 25 years.
He was born January 6th, 1946 to Spencer and Elizabeth Bellinger of Lake Luzerne, NY.
Larry enjoyed an active life with many hobbies. Among them were target shooting, computers-from as early as the 1980s, He loved...
Joseph F. Gaglioti
Aug 1, 2025
Joseph Francis Gaglioti Obituary:Joseph Francis Gaglioti, 78, of Guilderland, NY, died peacefully on Friday August 1st, 2025 at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany.Joe was born on October 7th, 1946, in Albany, NY. He was the son of Anthony and Rose (Cannone) Gaglioti of Altamont, NY. He graduated from Guilderland High School in 1965. Joe was an Army veteran and served...
Jamie Sue Kelly
Jul 31, 2025
Jamie Sue Kelly, 64, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 31, 2025 at her home with her loving daughter by her side. Jamie was the daughter of Ernest and the late Mary Kelly.
Jamie From a young age, she had a deep love for animals. She had several pets throughout her years. She had a love of wolves and also enjoyed...
Richard Palmer
Jul 31, 2025
Richard A. Palmer, 68, passed away peacefully, Thursday, July 31, 2025 with his loving family by his side.
Born in Schenectady NY, Richard Palmer was the son of the late Richard and Joan Palmer. He is survived by his step-mother Joann Palmer.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Deb Reichel, his children, Jamie Reichel and Shane (Samantha) Reichel, his two grandchildren,...
Daniel Patrick Wilson
Jul 30, 2025
Daniel Patrick Wilson, 76, of the Town of Florida, Montgomery County, NY, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, as the result of a plane crash on Block Island, Rhode Island. In a lifetime marked by purpose, adventurous curiosity, resourcefulness, and gentlemen’s humility, Dan was passionate about aviation, veterans’ causes, travel (including day trips for the world’s most expensive hamburger),...
Brian Miller
Jul 30, 2025
Brian Keith Miller, 64, of Albany, NY, passed away on July 30, 2025, at St. Peter's Hospital, following a long illness.
He was the son of the late Joyce Vivian Miller from Albany, New York
Brian was associated with the First Church in Albany, where he attended as a child and youth. He was a high school graduate, briefly joined the Army,...
Jacob P. Kurtessis
Jul 30, 2025
Jacob (Jake) P. Kurtessis, 72, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 31, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with bladder cancer.He was born March 11, 1953, in Albany, NY. He was the son of the late Peter J. and Katherine Kurtessis. A proud resident of Glenmont, NY and a 1971 graduate from CBA. He...
Gail Ann "Self" Price
Jul 29, 2025
Gail Ann "Self" Price, 55, passed away peacefully at her home in Albany, New York, on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. Born on December 20, 1969, in Albany, she was the beloved daughter of the late James Edward Price and Betsy Ann Price (née Brown).
Gail, affectionately known as "Self"—a name lovingly given to her by her late brother Wayne (Ishmiel) Price—was...
David John Potter
Jul 29, 2025
David John Potter, 47, passed away peacefully following a brief illness at Samaritan Hospital on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
David was a graduate of the class of 1997 from Shaker High School. Following high school, he attended Hudson Valley Community College earning his Associate's degree. He decided to utilize his degree in the Automotive industry and worked at many dealerships including,...
Eugene P. Farnan Jr.
Jul 28, 2025
Eugene P. Farnan, Jr., 77, passed peacefully on July 28, 2025, at St. Peter’s Hospital, with his loving family by his side.
Born on April 6, 1948, in Albany NY, he was the son of the late Eugene P. Farnan Sr and Virginia Upton.
Gene, as he was called by friends and family, grew up on Beverley Avenue in Albany. He attended...
Ruby L. Moody
Jul 28, 2025
Ruby Lee Moody entered into eternal rest on July 28, 2025, at the Hudson Park Nursing Home in Albany, New York.She was born on June 8, 1928, in Melvin, Alabama, to the late Etta and Moses Young. Ruby was married to Robert Odell Moody for over 50 years, and to this union were five children. In 1968, as a young...
James R. Bernard
Jul 28, 2025
James R. Bernard, 74, passed away Monday, July 28, 2025 at Ellis Hospital with his loving family by his side.
James was the son of the late Raymond and Cleo Bernard. He was the devoted husband of over 42 years, to Sally Jean Bernard.
James proudly served in the United States Navy, he was a truck driver for over 30 years, working...
Joan B. Leonard
Jul 26, 2025
Joan B. Leonard, 91, was ushered into the loving arms of the Lord on July 26, 2025.
Born on March 30, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Kathryn and Charles Frey.
She loved travel, glitz, glamour, slot machines, Saratoga Race Course, shoes and shopping. Above all, she loved her family.
She is survived by her children; Dan Leonard (Sue); Kathy Mau...
Betty M. Lanahan
2025
Bettina M. (Betty) Lanahan, 89, wife of the late John J. Lanahan Jr., passed away July 26th, at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital. Born August 13th, 1935, in Granville NY, she was the daughter of the late BG. William J. Mangine Sr., and Elizabeth (Donahoe) Mangine.
Betty graduated from The Academy of Holy Names High School and then began...
Robert D. Forquer Jr.
2025
Robert D. Forquer Jr, passed away Saturday July 26, 2025.
Born January 12, 1942, in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late Robert and Emma (Breighner) Forquer.
Mr. Forquer was a master in his trade of automotive. Restoring classic vehicles and rebuilding cars for collectors. He loved to take something old and in need of repair and bring it back...
