COLONIE – Arthur E. Searles, 79, passed away on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at The Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital. Arthur was born on December 10, 1933 in Troy and was the son of the late Arthur and Gladys (Goyette) Searles. He worked for Freihofer's Baking Co. in Troy for 32 years from 1966 to 1998 as a baker...
Patricia Ann Barrett, 66, died suddenly on January 11, 2013. She leaves to mourn children Aaron Bowman(Shelia) of Los Angeles, California, Nichole Carter(Marvin), Fawn Carter(Ingram) both of Albany, NY, her brother Donald Barrett(Carmen) Dallas, Georgia, and aunt Lois Jimpson of Albany, NY host of family and friends.Services Friday, January 18 at 10:30 AM New Comer-Canon 343 New Karner Rd. Colonie,...
ALBANY -Phyllis Archer Stone, 91, died at Albany Medical Center on January 10, 2013. Phyllis was born on June 8, 1921 to Curtis and Bertha Stone. She worked at Mobil Oil Corp. for more than 35 years. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 17, 2013 at 12:30 pm at New Comer Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner...
COLONIE – Anna M. DeStefano, 87, passed away on Thursday, January 10, 2013 at Bethlehem Commons Care Center. Born in Fuera Bush, she was the daughter of the late Marion and Florian Therrien. Anna was a resident of Colonie for 55 years and most recently lived at Colonie Terrace Apartments. She and her husband Carmine were owners of both Friendly...
Sylvia Rose Neary, 85, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Jan 10, 2013 at Carmel Gardens, Teresian House with her family by her side. She was born on Aug 21, 1927 in Cambridge, MA to the late John and Philomena Murgia. She worked as a Confidential Stenographer with the NYS Governor's Office until her retirement. Sylvia enjoyed golfing and won many...
GUILDERLAND – Gloria Jean Wall, 71, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at St. Peter's Hospital after a brief illness. Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Mary Keslo.Gloria was a beloved wife and mother who enjoyed spending time with good friends and her grandchildren. Her kindness and love were felt...
WATERVLIET – Michael E. Hudy, 77, passed away on Wednesday, January 09, 2013 at St. Mary's Hospital in Troy, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Troy, he was the son of the late Anthony and Stella Hudy. Mike was a graduate of LaSalle Institute in Troy and a U.S. Navy veteran. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service in...
Mary Catherine Becker, 93, passed away with her family by her side on Wednesday, January 9, 2013, in St. Peter's Hospice in Albany, NY.Mary was born on September 18, 1919 to Elbert and Laura Miller in Peru, Indiana. She was predeceased by her brothers and sisters, as well as by her beloved husband, Dr. Milford Becker.Mary and Milford lovingly raised...
TROY – William R. Kindlon, 57, passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at his home. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Henry J. and Jean L. (Mabeus) Kindlon. William is survived by his children, Amy L. Jackson (Desmond) and Shane P. Kindlon (Morgan Macera); his siblings, Henry Jr. (Janet), Thomas (Jean), Michael (Wendy), Edward (Kyle),...
SCHENECTADY – Carl A. Raines, 63, passed away on Tuesday, January 08, 2013 at Albany Medical Center Hospital after a short illness. He was born in Elkins, West Virginia. Carl worked for Marlou Formal Wear, Tri-City Rentals, Mohawk Golf Club and various service stations in North Carolina. He retired after 30 years. Carl enjoyed bowling, Bingo, traveling, animals and cooking....
William J. (Moe) Perone, Sr., 84, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan 08, 2013 at Community Hospice Inn with his family by his side. He was born in Avis, PA to the late Joseph and Amelia (Cafasso) Pirone. William retired as a Traffic Engineer with the Albany Police Department, and was known as the first "boot man." William was an...
TROY – Rosemary Fazio passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at Evergreen Commons Nursing Home. Born in Troy, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Angeline Settanny. Rosemary lived in Troy for most of her life and resided in the Troy Hill Apartments before going to Evergreen Commons. For thirty-two years, Rosemary worked as an Unemployment Supervisor...
SCHNECTADY - Jeffrey D. Hoggs, 54, passed away on January 7th 2013 at Ellis Hospital of a heart attack. He was born on October 22, 1958 in Miami, Florida, the son of Leroy Hoggs Sr. and mother Betty English. Jeff was an Albany High School graduate and his occupation was a carpenter. He enjoyed car remodeling and loved animals.He leaves...
LATHAM - Michael A. Meade, 61, passed away on Monday, January 7, 2013 at Barnwell Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Valatie. Michael was born on May 7, 1951 in Albany and was the son of the late Alan L. and Eileen Ann (Kelly) Meade. He was also predeceased by his brother, Denis B. Meade. Michael was a substance abuse counselor...
Loudonville - Mary Dunham Lefebver, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, January 16th, 2013 at the age of 90. She was born into this world as Mary Dunham, daughter of Anna and Albert Dunham of Eagle Mills, N.Y.Mary attended school in Troy, graduated and went to work as a secretary. It was shortly thereafter, that she met her...
GUILDERLAND - Ashley "Little Ashley" C. Holmes-Swirsky, 26, passed away suddenly on Sunday, January 6, 2013 at her home in California. Ashley was born on May 1, 1986 in Albany and is the beloved daughter of Natalie (Campolungo) Holmes and the late Theodore J. Holmes. She was raised and educated in Guilderland, studied cosmetology and attended Hudson Valley Community College....
TROY – Jeremiah Johnson, Jr., 55, passed away on January 6, 2013 at Samaritan Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Fannie Arnold-Johnson; his children, Natasha and Jerome Johnson; his father, James Johnson and his aunt, Vandilla Youngblood. Funeral 12 noon Friday at New Comer Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie with a calling hour prior from 11...
Louise DiThomas, 91, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Jan 06, 2013 at Mt. Loretto Nursing Home with her loving daughter-in-law by her side. She was born in Schenectady, to the late John and Mary (Valentino) Fretto. Louise was an active member of Mt. Carmel Church for many years. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband Orlando,...
MALTA – Loretta Galinsky, 72, formerly of Johnstown, died Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Saratoga Hospital. Lory, as she was known to family and friends, was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her beloved husband of 48 years, Barney Galinsky. Lory is the devoted mother of Scott and his fiancé, Ruben Loza Jr., and Mark and...
Katherine R. Marvelli (Bizzarro) Katherine R. Marvelli passed away peacefully on January 5, 2013 after a brief illness. Born in Burlington, VT, daughter of the late Antonio and Genevieve Bizzarro, Katherine lived most her life in Troy and was a graduate of Catholic Central High School. Most recently, she was a resident of Sanderson Court Apartments in Latham. A caring...