Earle H. Lufkin, Jr.
Feb 10, 2024
Earle H. Lufkin Jr., entered into eternal life on February 10, 2024, after a heroic 19-year battle with Alzheimer's disease. Throughout this difficult part of his life, his sweet, resilient spirit never wavered.Born November 2, 1932, Earle was a lifelong Colonie resident. A 1950 graduate of CBA, Earle attended Siena College prior to serving two years in the Army during...
Helen L. Pugliese
Feb 10, 2024
Clifton Park-Helen L Pugliese, 78, wife of James Pugliese of Clifton Park passed peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on Saturday, February 10, 2024 . Born April 19, 1945 in Troy New York she was the daughter of the late William and Louise Stellato and sister of the late Geraldine Reepmeyer.Helen was a 1963 graduate of Catholic Central...
John D. Gorman
Feb 10, 2024
John "Jack" D. Gorman, 84, passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024. Born in Albany, NY, Jack was the son of the late John F. and Mary Wasserbach Gorman.Jack attended St. Anne's Academy where he became a basketball star and was later inducted into the Bishop Maginn Alumni Association Sports Hall of Fame. He leaves behind his loving wife of...
Bryan T. Sager
Feb 9, 2024
Bryan T. Sager, 52, passed away unexpectedly on February 9, 2024, at his home in Albany, NY. He is survived by his beloved daughter, Taylor E. Sager, his parents Pamela A. Pritchard and Raymond G. Sager, and siblings Kristie Brate and Raymond G. Sager, Jr. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins on both sides who will...
Jay Frank Secor, Jr.
Feb 9, 2024
Jay Frank Secor Jr., 76, of Albany, passed away Friday, February 9, 2024, at Albany Medical Center.Born February 4, 1948, in Albany, New York, he was the son of the late Jay F. and Jeanette Secor. Mr. Secor attended Guilderland High School and then served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. Jay often spoke of his love for...
Ralph L. Gesek
Feb 8, 2024
Schenectady - Ralph L Gesek, 95, passed away peacefully after a short illness, with his sons and loved one sitting by his bedside, on Thursday, February 8, 2024. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Marcel and Anastasia Gesek. He is the brother to Stanley, Julius, Al, Mary, Emily, and Clem, who have all predeceased him, and...
Ellen M. Kinder
Feb 8, 2024
Ellen M. Kinder, 71, of Albany, passed away on February 8, 2024 at Samaritan Hospital. She was born in Niskayuna to the late Earl and Evelyn (Roney) Wicks. Ellen was an avid volunteer. She volunteered at Samaritan Hospital and Blessed Sacrament church. She loved working with children and she loved animals, especially her beloved cat Smoky. She was predeceased by...
Joyce E. Eppler
Feb 8, 2024
Joyce Elaine Eppler of Guilderland, NY passed away in her home on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 2:05 pm with her husband Brian, daughter Helena and granddaughters Amanda and Hannah by her side. She was 79 years old.Joyce was born on October 24, 1944, in Schenectady, NY and was the daughter of the late William and Lempi DiDonna. She was...
Wendy Stevens
Feb 7, 2024
Wendy Stevens, 82, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2024.She is survived by her Daughter, Debbie Stevens; Granddaughter, Nikki Stevens; Grandson, Corey James Knuth; Sister, Barbara Holcombe, and several nieces and nephews. Services will be private at the request of the family. To share a memory of Wendy or leave a special message for her family, please visit the guestbook...
Andrew J. Kanser, Jr.
Feb 7, 2024
Cohoes -Andrew J. Kanser Jr. (Andy) 68, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, February 7, 2024.He spent his final moments here, loved and surrounded by family. Andrew was the son of the late Andrew J. Kanser Sr. and Marie Brisson Kanser.Andrew was born and raised in Cohoes, N.Y.. He attended Cohoes Schools, and was a high school graduate. He learned many...
Ashad A. Cooper
Feb 7, 2024
Ashad Cooper, born in Albany, NY on January 16, 1990 to Sonya Stratton and Aaron Cooper, departed this life on February 7, 2024.Ashad grew up in Albany and was educated in the Albany public school system. He made a name for himself, as a musical artist, social commentator and entrepreneur. He was outgoing and enjoyed interacting with others and making...
Rodney C. Myers
Feb 7, 2024
Rodney C. Myers, 83, longtime resident of Albany, NY, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 surrounded by family. Click here to view Rodney's ServiceBorn on March 16, 1940, he was the son of the late Joseph and Louise (Einzig) Myers. He worked for several branches as a Manager, and later retired as VP at Key Bank, Albany. His passion...
Kristin B. Lagace
Feb 6, 2024
Albany - Lagace, Kristin B., 36, It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kristin B. Lagace on Tuesday, February6th, 2024, in Queens, New York. Born on December 7th, 1987, in Albany, New York, she was thedaughter of Irene Maiello and Timothy Lagace, and Stepfather Joseph Maiello.Kristin attended Shaker high school and subsequently embarked on a career...
Anita Patka
Feb 6, 2024
Anita Nilsa Alpar Patka, 93 passed away peacefully on February 6, 2024 at The Beverwyck in Slingerlands, New York, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 2, 1930 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, the only child of Akos and Risa (Schossberger) Alpar. She spoke German, Hungarian and Portuguese since childhood. She learned French and Latin in school. As...
Theresa Joy Going
Feb 4, 2024
Theresa Joy Going, 55, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 4, 2024 after a brief illness. Click here to view Theresa's ServiceShe was the daughter of George Smith and the late Mary Tenney. Theresa was the devoted wife of over 6 years to John T. Going, Jr. Theresa liked to travel with John to Bermuda, Bahamas, Las Vegas and Atlantic...
Zachary Smith
Feb 4, 2024
Schenectady- Zachary "Zach" A. Smith, passed away February 4,2024. Zach was a member of New Hope Institutional Baptist Church Amityville, NY. It was there he played the drums and volunteered for his community. His favorite music was Gospel Jazz, Country, and Old School Hip Hop. A Harley Davidson fan. He enjoyed sports. His favorite teams were. the New York Knicks...
John J. Hogan Sr.
Feb 4, 2024
John Joseph Hogan Sr. 83, passed peacefully on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at Eddy Village Green Beverwyck. He was born on July 19, 1940, in Schenectady, to the late Patrick and Marion Hogan. John was raised in Schenectady, a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School and SUNY Cobleskill. After obtaining his Associates degree he served in the US Army for...
Lawrence J. Clark
Feb 4, 2024
Lawrence J. Clark of Albany, NY died peacefully in his sleep on February 4, 2024, at Shaker Place Nursing Center in Colonie. He was 80 years old. Larry is survived by his brother David B. Clark [Deborah] of Colorado Springs, CO, uncle Gene Clarke of TN, and cousin Len Bullington of Tuscalossa, AL.He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Sheila...
Wendell W. Jennings
Feb 4, 2024
Wendell W. Jennings, 72, of Cohoes, passed away on February 4, 2024 at Samaritan Hospital with his sons at his side. He was born in Amsterdam on October 26, 1951 to the late Carl and Almarine (Peterson) Jennings.Wendell was a 1969 graduate of Fort Plain High School, where he played Basketball, Soccer and Baseball. He went on to play basketball...
