Priscilla "Ruth" Scrafford
Jun 12, 2024
Click here to view Priscilla's Service Priscilla Ruth Scrafford (née Millbank)passed away peacefully June 12, 2024 surrounded by children and grandchildren. She was born January 6, 1926 in Albany, although family lore is that it may have been in Feura Bush, requiring incubation in a bread warmer, because she was early and tiny. Despite that, she lived to 98 5/12...
Edward Wrubleski
Jun 11, 2024
Cheers to a life well lived! Born in Hoosick Falls, NY, April 7, 1922 Ed passed peacefully on June 11, 2024, at the age 102 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center Son of the late Karol and Zofia Wrubleski. Brother of the late Stephen, Philip and John Wrubleski. Husband of the late Mary Jane Stelmack Wrubleski to whom he was married...
Joan Mirabile
Jun 11, 2024
Colonie – Joan B. Mirabile (Stack) entered into eternal life on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at the age of 96. She was born in Albany, NY daughter of the late Michael and Bridget (Daly) Stack and was a lifelong resident of Albany. She worked for NYS Taxation as a Tax Information Aide and receptionist, Bankers Trust and Department of Environmental...
Stephen P. Jabonaski
Jun 11, 2024
Stephen P. Jabonaski, 84, passed away on June 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. For many years he lived with and courageously battled multiple cancers including prostate, pancreatic, and leukemia. Stephen was born on December 18, 1939 in Albany. He was a graduate of Philip Schuyler H.S. and then joined the Army Reserves. He bought his forever home in...
Brenda J. Kniskern
Jun 11, 2024
Schenectady- Brenda J. Kniskern, 65, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 with her loving family by her side. She was the daughter of the late Ronald and June Russell. Brenda worked as a manager at the former Costumer owned by Kathy and Jack Sheehan. She was deeply loved and respected by many of the friends established during her...
Michael J. Ray, Jr.
Jun 10, 2024
Michael J. Ray, Jr., 85, of Colonie, passed away on June 10, 2024, at his home surrounded by family. Mike is survived by his wife Dorothy “Dottie,” his children Coleen (Walter), Michael III, Terry, Tim and Dan; five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Mike was an electrician with IBEW Local 236/724 for 40 years. Visitation will be held at New...
Deborah Marie Dibenedetto
Jun 10, 2024
Latham- After a courageous battle with cancer, it is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Deborah DiBenedetto, 62, of Latham, NY. On June 10th 2024 at Albany Medical Center surrounded by her family, Debbie passed away peacefully into the arms of her dad to join him in heaven. Debbie had a big heart and an even bigger smile...
Wendy Gaffney
Jun 10, 2024
Wendy Lee Gaffney, 55, passed away after a long illness, on June 10, 2024 at Sitrin Health Care Center. She was born on December 12, 1968 to the late John and Dolores Gaffney MacDonald in Niskayuna, NY. Wendy is survived by her loving sisters, Deborah Haralampopoulos (Angelo) Roselie Donadio (Dominick) Tracey Lewis (Ronald) and her sons, Aaron Lee (Valerie) Brandon...
Michael A. Nobles
Jun 10, 2024
Michael Antonio Nobles, "Big Mike," to his children and grandchildren, passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024 at Albany Medical Center Hospital in Albany, NY. Michael lived in Albany for most his life. He worked at many jobs in North Carolina and New York, retiring from Pfizer Industries as they moved to another state. There, he packaged medication to be...
Diana L. Gordinier
Jun 10, 2024
Berne- Diana L. Gordinier, 77, passed away peacefully after a short illness on, Monday, June 10, 2024. Born in Schenectady she was the daughter of the late Milford and Ruth Norton. Diana is predeceased by her husband, Gerald E. Gordinier. Diana is survived by her children Jennifer Schumacher, Martin Gordinier (Christine) and Craig Gordinier (Lorra). She was the loving “Nannie”...
Joan Downs
Jun 9, 2024
Mariaville- Joan Downs, 80, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2024 while under the compassionate care of hospice. Born in Amsterdam, she was daughter of the late Edward and Mary Giaminelli She attended school in Amsterdam and Scotia. Joan began a long career as a hairdresser in 1969 and worked from her Mariaville home from the 1970’s to 2022. In...
Lucille Reppenhagen
Jun 8, 2024
Lucille Theresa Anne Sullivan Reppenhagen, 96, of Guilderland, NY passed away , Saturday, June 8, 2024, with her loving family surrounding her. Born in Buffalo, NY she was the daughter of the late John & Agnes (Hanrahan) Sullivan and wife of her beloved late husband, Thomas J Reppenhagen. As Tom’s career advanced, they moved across New York State, settling in...
Barbara A. Soden
Jun 7, 2024
Barbara Ann Soden , 68, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on June 7, 2024. She was born on May 27, 1956 in Albany, NY, daughter to the late Arthur W. and Mary A. Stanton. She leaves behind her beloved husband of 50 years, Robert Soden and their children: Tammy Soden, Robert P. (Jane) Soden, Jennifer Chapman,...
Craig M. Garretson
Jun 7, 2024
My father, Craig M. Garretson, was the most organized person I knew. Years before he died at age 99 on June 7th, 2024, he crafted his own obituary, deciding it was important that you knew he was a professor emeritus of Long Island University where he taught physics and engineering for 32 years. He forfeited a full scholarship to The...
Kyle Tamar Brace
Jun 6, 2024
Kyle Tamar Brace was born on June 5th, 1964, in Albany, NY, to her late parents Abbie Lee and Waddell Brace Sr. From the very beginning, she fulfilled her life's purpose, completing her mission on the day it began. Kyle pursued her education in the Albany Public School system, focusing on administrative skills and management. She continued her academic journey...
Barbara A. Dragon
Jun 4, 2024
Barbara Anne Dragon, age 79 of Albany, New York, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 4th, 2024. A devoted nurse and cherished family member, Barbara lived a life full of service, music, and passion for her roots. Barbara dedicated over 40 years to the nursing profession after graduating from St. Mary’s School of Nursing in Amsterdam, New York. She began...
Diana P. Batcher
Jun 4, 2024
Diana Lee Batcher (April Starr), age 75, wife of the late Gerald Batcher (Dusty Atcher) both of Schenectady gained wings peacefully at home on June 4, 2024 surrounded by all of her loved ones. Diana was born on July 2, 1948 to Ernest Lee and Laura Harris. She graduated from Linton High School as a beautician and was also a...
Erika B. Coughlin
Jun 4, 2024
Erika B. Coughlin, 92, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at her home with her loving family by her side. Erika was the daughter of the late Engelbert and Marie Siebenhuter. Erika was the devoted wife to the late Eugene Coughlin. Erika was a loving mother and grandmother. She was a master gardener, loved knitting and was an...
John F. Rock Jr.
Jun 3, 2024
John F. Rock Jr. (Rocky), 76, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 3, 2024 at Albany Stratton V.A Medical Center in Albany, NY. The son of the late John and Rosemary (McGrath) Rock Sr., John was born on June 29, 1947 in Yonkers, NY. John was an Army veteran, serving in the Vietnam War. Upon leaving the Army, John began...
Sean Prasetyo
Jun 3, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Sean Edward Prasetyo, on June 3, 2024. His presence made the world a better place, his absence is a loss to us all. Born to Evelyn Rivera and Eddie Prasetyo on December 30, 1979 in Queens NY, Sean ultimately called the Capital Region home. He met his devoted wife Dawn in 2000,...
