Rodney M. Foster Ii
Oct 25, 2012
Rodney M. Foster II, 64, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 25, 2012 at his home. Rodney was born in Albany to Audrey J. Foster (Zorn) and the late Rodney M. Foster. He graduated from Phillip Schuyler High School in 1966 and proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War in Korea. Rodney retired from the Albany...
Robert Wolfe
Oct 24, 2012
Albany – Robert B. Wolfe, a longtime resident of Albany entered into eternal rest on October 24, 2012 at home surrounded by his loving family and longtime partner Dorothy Harrington ("Until we meet again"). He endured a courageous battle with cancer. Through it all he was known for his kindness and love for life. Robert is the son of Colette...
Margaret A. Smith
Oct 24, 2012
Margaret A. Smith "Peg", 88, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Oct 24, 2012 at Teresian House with her family by her side. She was born and raised in Schenectady to the late Joseph and Marie Fischer, and was a lifelong resident of Schenectady and South Colonie. Peg, went to work for the NY Telephone Company as a young woman, met...
Nancy S. Hance
Oct 22, 2012
NISKAYUNA – Nancy S. Hance, 79, with her family by her side, left our presence on Monday October 22, 2012.Nancy had many talents including creating works of art with needle and thread, being the architect of a yard and rock garden worthy of a magazine cover, and being a homemaker extraordinaire. Her interests included those wonderful evening canoe rides with...
Rev. Brysonm. Smith
Oct 21, 2012
SARATOGA - Rev. Bryson M. Smith, 94, passed away on October 21, 2012 following a brief illness.Born in Campbell's Bay, QC Canada on March 2, 1918, he was predeceased in January 2012 by Melba, his wife of 65 years; his parents Howard and Grace Smith and brothers Russell and Donald.Bryson is survived by his brother Gerald; children Paula, John, Joanne...
Carmela M. Arkazana
Oct 20, 2012
COLONIE – Carmela M. Arkazana, 97, passed away on Saturday, October 20, 2012 at Albany Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Carmela was born on December 16, 1914 in Albany and was the daughter of the late Peter and Grace M. (Antebella) Berghela. She loved cooking and spending time with her family. Carmela is survived by her loving daughters,...
William Johnson
Oct 20, 2012
ALBANY - William D. Johnson, 41, of Albany passed away suddenly on Saturday, October 20, 2012. William was born in Troy, NY and was a life resident of Albany. He was a Corrections Officer for Albany County Sherriff's Department for 19 years. William is the beloved husband of Alison Wilson Johnson of Albany, the loving father of Olivia Rose Johnson...
Fanny Bropson
Oct 20, 2012
ALBANY-Fanny M. Bropson, 87, of Albany passed away on Saturday, October 20, 2012 at Daughters of Sarah following an illness. She was born in Hudson, NY the daughter of the late Vincent and Nancy Palatucci DiFiglio. Fanny resided in Albany most of her life. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.She is survived by...
James I. Taylor Sr.
Oct 20, 2012
COLONIE – James I. Taylor Sr., 82, began his spiritual walk with God on Saturday, October 20, 2012 after a short illness. Born in Richford, VT, he was the son of the late Flora (Inglis) and James Taylor. Jim and his loving wife Lorena Joan (Van Patten) Taylor, longtime residents of Colonie, were married for 61 years. He was a...
Hilbert C. Rapp
Oct 20, 2012
POTTERSVILLE – Hilbert C. Rapp, 85, passed away on Saturday, October 20, 2012 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Hilbert was born on June 19, 1927 in Colonie and was the son of the late Charles H. and Gertrude A. (Winegar) Rapp. He graduated from Roessleville High School. He was the manager of concessions for Radio City Music Hall in New...
Rosemary T. O'Connor
Oct 19, 2012
ALBANY – Rosemary T. (Weissenburger) O'Connor, 83, of Colonie, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 19, 2012 at St. Peter's Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Albany, she was predeceased by her parents. Rosemary, affectionately known by her family as ROC, was proud of her Irish heritage. She worked for many years as a bank teller and more...
Johanna "Joanie" Olsen
Oct 19, 2012
NISKAYUNA – Johanna "Joanie" Olsen, 83, passed away on Friday, October 19, 2012 at the Glendale Nursing Home in Glenville. Joanie was born on July 12, 1929 in Woodside, LI, NY and was the daughter of the late John Helma and Louise (Held) Olsen. She had a love for children and worked as a day care provider for New Life...
Jacqueline A. Halter
Oct 19, 2012
COLONIE - Jacqueline A. Halter, 82, passed away on Friday, October 19, 2012 at Evergreen Commons Nursing Home in East Greenbush. Jacqueline was born on April 13, 1930 in Milton, MA and was the daughter of the late George B. and Barbara June (Smith) Wilson, beloved wife of the late, Arthur B. Halter and sister of the late Elaine Macri....
James A. Stewart
Oct 19, 2012
COLONIE – James A. Stewart, 54, of Colonie, passed away peacefully on Friday October 18, 2012 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Albany and was a 1976 graduate of CBA. Jim attended Norwich University and Hudson Valley Community College. He had worked for Matthew Bender Corporation and for the past sixteen years was Supervisor...
Patricia A. Parisi
Oct 18, 2012
LATHAM – Patricia Ann (Matan) Parisi, 51, passed unexpectedly Thursday morning, October 18, 2012 at home. Born July 21, 1961 in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of Clement and Susan H. Matan.Patricia attended the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk School District. She was a Tech 2, Grade 18 for the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance with 31 years of service....
Joseph Trinchillo
Oct 18, 2012
COLONIE - Joseph J. Trinchillo "Joe T", 79, passed on October 18, 2012 after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his beloved wife, Helen Pilch and his four children, Joseph, Ruth, Marc (Helen), Jacqueline Landolfo and their mother, Louise Trinchillo. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Erika, Olivia, Alayna, Joseph and Michael. Joe...
Patricia M. Meyer
Oct 18, 2012
Patricia Meyer,69, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 18, 2012 after a brief illness at Albany Medical Center. Pat was born in Albany to the late Bernard and Viva O'Hare. She was the owner and floral designer at PJ's Petals & Plaids. Pat was the co-founder of Family Players Theater and had a love for the theater and dance. She...
Walter J. Korzyk
Oct 17, 2012
COLONIE – Walter J. Korzyk, 56, passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2012 at home after a long illness. Born in Albany, he was the son of Ruth M. Korzyk and the late Joseph J. Korzyk.Walter was a resident of Colonie for 22 years. He owned and operated a TV repair shop for three years. Walter worked for the Albany...
Thomas A. Burnetter, Jr.
Oct 17, 2012
Thomas A. Burnetter, Jr.(T-Bone), 60,departed peacefully from the world on Wednesday, Oct 17, 2012 to take his place as shortstop on the Lords Team after a valiant 3 year struggle with kidney cancer. Those who knew Tom knew of his love and passion for sports, particularly baseball and football. The strong passion would be tapped to help him with his...
Raymond E. Marinelli
Oct 17, 2012
ALBANY - Raymond E. Marinelli, the former Albany County Surrogate Court Judge passed away on October 17, 2012. Ray was a loving husband, father and grandfather, and in all his relationships, personal, private or professional, he was a kind and generous man. His consistent mantra during all the phases of his life was "to do the right thing". He rose...
