Barbara Derusso Kosier
May 10, 2012
Barbara De Russo Kosier, died May 10, 2012 surrounded by her loving family.Born June 9, 1935 in Albany, NY, Barbara was the daughter of the late James and Barbara (Simonetti) Dunney.Barbara graduated from Vincentian Institute in 1953. She retired from the United States Department of Commerce Census Bureau in 1992. Barbara owned two saddle horses and enjoyed riding. She was...
Evelyn M. Thompson
May 9, 2012
Evelyn (Lightsey) Thompson departed this life suddenly on May 9, 2012. She was born on March 21, 1917 to the late George and Grace Thompson. She was married to Sylvester Lightsey who preceded her in death. She was also predeceased by her granddaughter Frances Ross, two sisters and five brothers.She is survived by her only daughter Phyllis Thompson of Albany,...
Daniel M. Ploof
May 9, 2012
Daniel Michael Ploof, 57, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 after a long illness. Daniel was born in Troy to the late Henry and Shirley (Walsh) Ploof. Daniel loved reading books and electronics were his true passion. Daniel is survived by his brothers and sisters; Dawn Vandenburgh, Henry Ploof, Richard (Maryanna) Ploof, John (Ella) Ploof, David Ploof and...
Nettie Mae Jordan
May 9, 2012
SLINGERLANDS - Nettie Mae Jordan, 55, of Krumkill Road, Slingerlands passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at St. Peters Hospital following a long illness. She was surrounded by her loving family. The daughter of Fred and Frankie Lee (Alexander) Jordan, Nettie was born in Chicago, Illinois on October 24, 1956. Nettie was one of four children born to...
Rose Annello
May 9, 2012
GUILDERLAND – Rose Annello, 89, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 09, 2012. Born in Utica, NY she was the daughter of the late Liberanti and Carmella Failla. She worked for Hycks Felt in Rensselaer and then for the Albany City School District. Rose was an active member of the Guilderland Senior Citizens and a parishioner of Christ the King...
Ruth (Stracher) Lindemann
May 9, 2012
ALBANY – Ruth (Stracher) Lindemann, 89, passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2012 at the Teresian House in Albany. Ruth was born on October 20, 1922 in Albany and was the daughter of the late Max and Bertha (Borotsky) Stracher and wife of the late Harry T. Lindemann. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed bowling, bingo...
Patricia A. Ryan
May 8, 2012
DELMAR – Patricia A. Ryan, 79, passed away on Tuesday, May 08, 2012, surrounded by her loving family at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital. Born in Flint, MI she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Eva (Walters) Moore. She had resided in Delmar since 1971. Pat had a Master's Degree in Education. She was a former...
Anita M. Frost
May 7, 2012
COLONIE - Anita M. Frost "Nita", age 84, passed away peacefully, after a brief illness, surrounded by family on Monday, May 7, 2012.A lifelong resident of Colonie, Anita enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and friends. She was deeply loved by her family and will be greatly missed. She had an infectious smile, great sense of humor and embraced...
Richard D'Ambrosio
May 6, 2012
SCHENECTADY - Richard "Dick" A. D'Ambrosio, 66, a lifelong resident of Schenectady, passed away on Sunday, May 6, 2012 at The Avenue Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center. Dick was born in Schenectady and was the son of the late Fred and Antoinette (Attanasio) D'Ambrosio. He served in the US Army and worked for Kingsway Arms for five years. He enjoyed...
Arlene S. Tarullo
May 6, 2012
COLONIE – Arlene S. Tarullo, 90, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 6, 2012 at Albany Memorial Hospital. Born in Brandt Lake, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Altha (Jones) Persons. Arlene is the loving sister of Joyce Larkin and Douglas (Arleen) Persons. She is the cherished aunt of Vincent (Judith) Tarullo and many other nieces, nephews,...
Theresia C. Childs
May 5, 2012
ALBANY – Theresia C. Childs, 89, passed peacefully on Saturday, May 5, 2012 at home with her loving daughter Chris and son-in-law Leon by her side. Born on February 3, 1923 in Union City, NJ, she was the daughter of the late George F. and Eleanor M. Henry.Along with her parents, Theresia was predeceased by sister Eleanor Henry; brothers Raymond...
Kathleen "Kay"B. Baptiste
May 5, 2012
GUILDERLAND - Kathleen "Kay" B. Baptiste, 85, passed away on Saturday, May 5, 2012 at the Westmere Home for Adults. Kay was born on January 27, 1927 in Rome, NY and was the daughter of the late Jean L. and Beatrice B. (Barnard) Baptiste. She was retired from the Ford Motor Co. in Latham. Kay was the loving sister of...
Warren H. Heitzman
May 4, 2012
COLONIE – Warren H. Heitzman, 83, passed away on Friday, May 4, 2012 at the Avenue Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Schenectady. A lifetime resident of Colonie, he was the son of the late Fred and Ida Heitzman. Warren was educated in the Albany school system. He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War from 1951 to 1955....
Jacqueline Myers
May 3, 2012
Jacqueline A. Myers "Jackie", 64, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 3, 2012 at St. Peters Hospital after a brief illness. Jackie was born in Troy to the late Harry and Genevieve Fink. She is now at rest with her heavenly father. Jackie worked for the Department of Social Services in Albany also as a hostess at Grandmas for many...
Anna Jablonowski
May 3, 2012
Anna Jablonowski, 94, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, May 03, 2012 with her family by her side. Anna was predeceased by her husband Andrew Jablonowski.Anna is survived by her beloved son, Andrew Jablonowski; she is the cherished grandmother of Andrew and Kirsten and she is the sister of Georgia (Paul) Thornton.The family would like to thank the...
Ella F. Smith
May 2, 2012
COLONIE – Ella F. Smith, 99, passed away at home on Wednesday, May 2, 2012. Born in Nassau, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Phoebe Chittenden. Ella was the wife of the late James F. Smith. She is survived by her loving children: Lillian (Lawrence) Mallery, James (Carole) Smith and Marilyn (John) Russell. Also surviving are eleven...
Michele R. Brown
May 2, 2012
TROY – Michele R. Francis Brown passed away on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 after a long illness at the age of 46. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of Alfred W. (Martha) Francis, Jr. and the late Carnell Francis.Michele enjoyed playing softball and running track.She is survived by her son, Justin A. Freeman of New Lebanon; daughters Janay P....
Christine Cormier
May 2, 2012
Christine Cormier "Gigi", passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 02, 2012 at her daughters residence in Guilderland, NY. She was born on February 6, 1932 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Aaron Glen and Verna Marquis. Christine moved to New Jersey from Indiana more than 55 years ago and has resided there since. She is survived by her beloved children,...
Ronald F. Lacoy
May 2, 2012
RENSSELAER – Ronald F. LaCoy, 79, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 2, 2012 at home with his loving family by his side. Born February 16, 1933, he was the son of the late John and Velda (Mink) LaCoy.Ronald served in the United States Army. He enjoyed fishing and casinos. Ron was known by many friends as "Mr. Fix-It,"...
Lois A. Becker
Apr 30, 2012
Lois A. Becker "Dixie" passed away peacefully on Monday, April 30, 2012 in Connecticut with her family by her side. Lois was born in Troy to the late James and Margaret Dickson. Lois lived life to the fullest. She had a love for boats, golfing, driving her car, candy, and everything to do with her home life, and especially spending...
