Ida Caron-Parsons

Ida Caron-Parsons

Sep 22, 2012

COLONIE – Ida Caron-Parsons, 94, passed away on Saturday, September 22, 2012, at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Ida was born on September 2, 1918 in Lewiston, Maine, where she was educated, and was the daughter of the late John and Delima (Trembley) LaBrie. She was the wife of the late Lionel Caron and William Parsons and sister...

Daniel J. Stey

Daniel J. Stey

Sep 22, 2012

Daniel J. Stey, 74, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Sep 22, 2012 at Community Hospice Inn at St. Peters. Daniel is survived by his loving wife, Catherine Stey, he is the father of Michael (Kimberly) Stey and Patrick Stey. He is the adored grandfather of Shaun, Monica and Jillian. He is also survived by his sister Susan Myers.A Graveside service...

Constance Laymon

Constance Laymon

Sep 21, 2012

COLONIE - Constance Laymon, 46, passed away suddenly at her home on Friday, September 21, 2012. Born in Smithtown, NY, she is the daughter of Moya Williams and Gordon Laymon.In 1984, Constance sustained a spinal cord injury which would influence the direction of the rest of her life. After graduating from high school, she received a Bachelor of Arts and...

William Matthews Jr.

William Matthews Jr.

Sep 21, 2012

SCHENECTADY - William (Billy) Matthews, Jr., 50, of Schenectady passed away suddenly on Friday, September 21, 2012, at Ellis Hospital. Born in Beacon, NY on August 14, 1962, he was the son of the late William and Delores Marie Matthews He was a 19-year resident of Schenectady and a 16-year resident of Poughkeepsie, NY. William dedicated his services to Shirts...

Matthew C. Coleman

Matthew C. Coleman

Sep 21, 2012

COLONIE – Matthew Claborne Coleman, 73, passed away on Friday, September 21, 2012 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn, Albany. Born in July 15, 1939 in Kinderhook and raised in Albany, he was the son of the late Martha and Charles Coleman. He was one of seven children.Matthew was educated in the Albany School system. Soon thereafter he joined the United...

Lillian D. Martin

Lillian D. Martin

Sep 20, 2012

SCHENECTADY- Lillian D. Martin, 82, of Schenectady, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday September 20, 2012 at Ellis Hospital. She was born in Schenectady and was the daughter of the late Frank and Caterina Villanova. Lillian was predeceased by her husband Richard in 2005. She is survived by four sons, Richard C. Martin Jr. and his wife,...

Corella B. Evans

Corella B. Evans

Sep 20, 2012

BALLSTON LAKE - Deaconess Corella Brown Evans, our beloved mother, wife, relative and friend, passed away on Thursday, September 20, 2012 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady after a long illness. Corella was 73 years old.Corella is survived by her husband Deacon Milton L. Evans, Sr. and their 5 sons Lee, Alan, Glenn, Warren and Ken; seven grandchildren Alexa, Aja, Jordan,...

Ray A. Cooley, Sr.

Ray A. Cooley, Sr.

Sep 20, 2012

Ray A. Cooley, Sr., 59, was called home on Thursday, September 20, 2012 with his wife by his side. He was born in Waynesboro, Mississippi to the late Levell Sr. and Juanita Cooley. Ray enjoyed cooking, going to Church and spending time with his grandchildren especially going to his grandson's baseball games. In addition to his parents Ray was predeceased...

Joseph H. Betz

Joseph H. Betz

Sep 20, 2012

COLONIE - Joseph Henry Betz, 63, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, after a brief illness on Thursday, September 20, 2012. Joseph was born and raised in North Albany.Sergeant Joseph H. Betz served in the US Army as an MP in the 11th Military Police Group, Company C, 503D Military Police Battalion, and was also especially proud of...

Walter Korzyk, Jr.

Walter Korzyk, Jr.

Sep 20, 2012

COLONIE – Walter J. Korzyk, Jr., 33, passed away suddenly on Thursday, September 20, 2012, with his loving family by his side. Walter was currently working for Midas Auto Service in Albany for eleven years where he received Top Mechanic Award in both 2004 and 2005. He is the beloved son of Walter J. and Deborah L. Korzyk and the...

Roswell M. Makara

Roswell M. Makara

Sep 20, 2012

SCHENECTADY- Roswell (Ross) M. Makara 66, passed away suddenly on Thursday September 20, 2012 at the Stratton VA Medical Center. He was born in Plattsburgh, NY on July 24, 1946.Ross was predeceased by his parents, Joseph P. Makara Sr. and Eileen Light Makara and his sister, Marie Makara. He is survived by his wife Joyce Makara; his son Mark (Laurie)...

Patrick M. Myrtle

Patrick M. Myrtle

Sep 19, 2012

Patrick M. Myrtle, 57, a lifelong resident of Albany, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at his home after a long illness. He was the son of the late Robert J. Myrtle Sr. and Katherine (Primett) Myrtle. He owned his own business Better Welding. Patrick was truly a family man and friend to many. He was a kind...

Robert G. Samsel

Robert G. Samsel

Sep 19, 2012

Robert G. Samsel, entered into the arms of the Lord on Wednesday, Sep 19, 2012 at Good Samaritan Lutheran Nursing Home with his family by his side. Robert walked on this earth for 89 years and provided for his family with a solid view of a hardworking man. His 48 years of various railroad engineering started in the Bronx, NY...

Robert Weaver

Robert Weaver

Sep 19, 2012

ALBANY-Robert J. Weaver, 87, of Newtonville passed away on Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at Albany Medical Center. Mr. Weaver was born in Philadelphia, PA the son of the late Charles and Irene Fasnacht Weaver. He was a life resident of Albany. He received a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from LeHigh University. Mr. Weaver was a registered Professional Engineer in...

Andrew Myers

Andrew Myers

Sep 18, 2012

VOORHEESVILLE-Andrew J. Myers, 55, of North Main St. Voorheesville passed away on Tuesday, September 18, 2012. He was born in Albany, the son of Douglas Myers, Sr. of Albany and the late Rachel Calibro Myers. Andrew was employed as a maintenance personnel worker for various companies around the area. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with family and friends.In...

Harold R. Mcclusky

Harold R. Mcclusky

Sep 18, 2012

Harold R. McClusky, 68, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Sep 18, 2012 at Saratoga Hospital. He was born in Albany to the late James and Mary McClusky. Harold worked and retired with the Albany County Sheriff's Department. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his beloved wife Susan McClusky and his brother Richard King. Harold is survived by...

George Chrysogelos

George Chrysogelos

Sep 17, 2012

ALBANY – George Chrysogelos, 86, passed away suddenly on Monday, September 17, 2012. He was born and raised in Albany, and attended Albany city schools. George was a signalman in the U.S. Navy aboard an attack cargo ship during World War II in the Pacific Theater. He first worked as a longshoreman at the Port of Albany and then went...

James F. Egan

James F. Egan

Sep 17, 2012

COLONIE – James F. "Skip" Egan, 87, of Colonie, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family and friends on Monday September 17, 2012.Skip was born January 8, 1925 in North Albany to the late Philip and Mary Robinson Egan. He was the husband of the late Mildred Lois Domery Egan. Skip served in the Coast Guard during...

Susan Anthony

Susan Anthony

Sep 17, 2012

ALBANY-Susan B. Anthony, 74, of Albany passed away on Monday, September 17, 2012 at Community Hospice. She was born in Jersey City, NJ, the daughter of the late Sergent and Martha Morton Anthony. Susan was a resident of Albany most of her life. She graduated from Coeymans Ravena Selkirk High School in 1953 and resided in Ravena until her marriage...

Frances A. Chapman

Frances A. Chapman

Sep 17, 2012

NISKAYUNA - Frances A. (Fletcher) Chapman, passed on to eternal rest Sept. 17, 2012, after a brief illness at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, New York. Frances was born in Kittery Point, Maine on August 22, 1919. She graduated from Traip Academy in Kittery with the Class of 1938. She was active in the Debating Club, edited the school newspaper, and...