Donna E. Defreest
Feb 28, 2013
COLONIE – Donna E. DeFreest passed away at her home on Thursday, February 28, 2013 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Albany and lived in Colonie for most of her life. Donna graduated from Russell Sage College as a Registered Nurse which was her lifelong vocation. She worked with the Eddy Visiting Nurses Association from where she...
Scott B. Averill
Feb 27, 2013
WATERFORD – After a long, courageous battle with lung cancer, Scott B. Averill, 51, passed away peacefully with the love of his life right by his side.Scott is survived by his wife and high school sweetheart of 37 years, Kim T. Averill. He is the proud father of "Daddy's Girl" Joelle, 33, and Ryan, 29, Scott, Jr., 20, and Shane,...
Arlene Vanderzee
Feb 27, 2013
SCHENECTADY-Arlene F. VanDerZee, 68 of Summer St. Schenectady, NY passed away on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Arlene is the beloved mother of Lisa DellaVilla of Duanesburg and the loving grandmother of Marissa DeLorenzo of Schenectady, Nicholas DeLorenzo of Scotia and Cecilia DellaVilla of New Jersey and great grandmother of Jonathan Miller. She...
Lewis J. Lemoine
Feb 27, 2013
COLONIE – Lewis J. LeMoine passed away on Wednesday, February 27, 2013. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Eugene and Marie LeMoine. He worked for the Highway Dept. in the Town of Colonie for thirty-five years. Lew was appointed Deputy Highway Superintendent in 1966 and was elected Highway Superintendent in 1981 where he served until his...
William O'Connor
Feb 26, 2013
William Joel O'Connor, 75, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Feb 26, 2013, with his family by his side. He was born in Troy, to the late John and Clara O'Connor. Joel proudly served with the United States Army, where he was stationed in Germany. After the service Joel worked for over 50 years as a pressman for Clarity Publishing, the...
Patricia Hernandez
Feb 25, 2013
ALBANY-Patricia J. Hernandez, 81 of Tremont Drive Albany, NY passed away on Monday, February 25, 2013 at Albany Medical Center. Patricia was born in Glens Falls, NY the daughter of the late John and Eleanor Larry Paul and was raised in Vermont. She was a graduate of Syracuse University, earning a Master's Degree in Nursing and began her career in...
Harold V. Priddle
Feb 25, 2013
CLIFTON PARK - Harold Vincent Priddle, 94, of Clifton Park died on Monday, February 25, 2013 at the home of his daughter, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 16, 1918, the son of the late John and Lottie (Bailey) Priddle. During his life, Mr. Priddle worked at General Electric and later as a self-employed contractor building...
Ruth M. Korzyk
Feb 24, 2013
ALBANY - Ruth Korzyk, 82, of Albany, entered into eternal peace on Sunday , February 23, 2013 at her residence with her family by her side. A native and lifelong resident of Albany, she was the daughter of the late Wilbert and Elizabeth McIntyre.Ruth was a graduate of the Cathedral Academy. She enjoyed many hobbies including going to casinos, playing...
Constance E. Apple
Feb 24, 2013
Constance E. Apple, 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Feb 24, 2013 at Cranville Place, Dalton MA. She was born n Albany, to the late Lawrence and Margaret Eberle. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband Rodger J. Apple. Constance is survived by her beloved daughter, Edna Louise (Jonathan) Morelli; her cherished grandchildren, Jonathan Jr., Joshua,...
Kathleen Thomas
Feb 23, 2013
Kathleen Thomas, 43, passed away unexpectedly, with her family by her side, on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at Albany Medical Center after a long illness. She was born in Albany to Joe Lee Thomas and the late Virgie (Robinson) Thomas. In addition to her mother she was predeceased by her sister, Josephine Williams and her brother Andrew Thomas. In addition...
Jane Elizabeth(Coughtry) Rauch
Feb 23, 2013
VOORHEESVILLE – Jane Elizabeth (Coughtry) Rauch, 91, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, February 23, 2013, after a brief illness. Jane was born on September 25, 1921 in Slingerlands, NY and was the daughter of the late Frank W. and Julia (Flagler) Coughtry. She was a bookkeeper in her younger years for the family business, Coughtry Linoleum. She...
Edward J. Brooks Jr.
Feb 22, 2013
ALBANY – Edward J. Brooks Jr., 86, passed away on Friday, February 22, 2013 at Guilderland Center Nursing and Rehabilitation. Edward was born in Kansas City, MO and was the son of the late Edward J. and Mosella (Flagg) Brooks. He served in the US Army during WWII, attaining the rank of Sergeant. After graduating from the University of Iowa,...
Kathryn E. Parker
Feb 22, 2013
ALBANY – Kathryn E. "Princess" Parker, 26, passed away suddenly from a motor vehicle accident on Friday, February 22, 2013 at Albany Medical Center. Katie was the ultimate "girly girl." She was always dressed the best, even on her worst days. Katie always had a smile on her face. She loved the outdoors, manicures and pedicures, and a nice, cold...
Violet Braddock
Feb 22, 2013
ALBANY – Violet M. Braddock, 87, of Albany passed away peacefully on Friday February 22, 2013 at her residence. She was born in Clarksdale, MS and was the daughter of the late Houston and Clarissa Arrington. Violet was predeceased by her husband, Vorna Braddock and her daughter, Clarissa Brown. She is survived by her children, Mary, Charles and Vorna Braddock...
Barbara "Bobbie"S. Lynch
Feb 22, 2013
ALBANY – Barbara "Bobbie" S. Lynch, 85, died Friday, February 22, 2013 at the Teresian House. Bobbie was a graduate of Holy Names, received her Bachelors degree from College of St. Rose and received her Masters degree from the 1st Masters in Education class at St. Rose. She taught for 20 years in the Cohoes School District before retiring in...
James J. Smith
Feb 20, 2013
SARATOGA SPRINGS - With profound sadness, the family of James J. Smith would like to announce his passing on Wednesday February 20th two months shy of his 85th birthday at the Wesley Health Care Center. As in life, his best friend and son Robert was at his side. Jim was born in the Bronx to James and Alberta Smith. He...
Peter C. Veldman
Feb 20, 2013
STILLWATER – Peter Cornelius Veldman, 88, passed away on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at Wesley Healthcare Center in Saratoga Springs with his family at his side. Born in IJmuiden, Noord Holland, Netherlands, he was the son of the later Hendrik Ernst and Pietje (Dekker) Veldman. Peter and his family moved to the United States on October 14, 1933. He graduated...
Joan A. Murphy
Feb 19, 2013
ALBANY – Joan Ann Murphy, 88, passed away on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at St. Peter's Hospital. Born in South Troy, she was the daughter of the late Harry J. and Elizabeth Leonore Cooley. Joan was a Catholic Central High School graduate. She briefly attended the State Teacher's College in Albany, and during the war she worked for the Watervliet...
William F. Young
Feb 19, 2013
William "Bill" Young, 65, passed away suddenly at his residence on February 19, 2013. He was born in the Bronx N.Y. to the late William and Amy. Bill attended Cardinal Spellman High School and went on to obtain an M.A. (with honors) in Modern European History from Fordham University and subsequently a M.S (with honors) from Columbia University in Library...
Nicola Spiezio
Feb 19, 2013
COLONIE – Nicola Spiezio, 75, passed away on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at St. Peter's Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Nicola was born on April 7, 1937 in Vitulazio, Italy and was the son of the late Luigi and Rosa (DelMese) Spiezio. He worked for Freihofer's Baking Co. in Albany for 22 years before retiring in 2000; prior to...