Oct 7, 2024

Shirley Agnes Brady, 86, of Schenectady, NY passed away on October 7, 2024. She was born in Athens, NY on October 2, 1938 to the late William and Dora (Lennon) Van Tassel.

She was the devoted wife of over 55 years to the late Terrence Brady.

She enjoyed spending time with family and traveling. She was an avid birder and enjoyed crocheting.

In...

Oct 7, 2024

Veronica "Ronnie" Cush, 78, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 7, 2024 at Samaritan Hospital with her loving family by her side. 

Ronnie was the daughter of the late John and Anna (Duffy) Donahue. 

She was the wife to the late Lawrence Cush. 

Ronnie enjoyed playing Bingo, spending time with her family and friends. She will always be remembered for cooking wonderful Sunday...

Oct 7, 2024

Robert F. Shovah, 71, passed away after a long bout of illnesses on Monday, October 7, 2024. Bob was the son of the late Frederick and Gertrude Shovah. 

Bob was the devoted husband to Denise Nolan Shovah. He is also survived by his children Jennifer (Kevin) Douglas and Eric (Heather) Shovah. His grandchildren Alex Douglas, Harper Shovah and Vivienne Shovah. Other...

Oct 6, 2024

Saratoga-Barbara Rice, 80 passed away peacefully on Sunday October 6, 2024. Born in Schenectady she was the daughter of the late Louis and Evelyn Strenka. 

Barbara was loved by many and never left a room without giving you a hug. 

Barbara is survived by her three children Thomas Herbert and his wife Donna, Jon Herbert and his wife Michelle, and Steven Rice....

2024

LOUDONVILLE - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carl R. Johnson, who left us peacefully on October 6, 2024, at the age of 80, after a long illness. Carl was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend.

Carl’s integrity, leadership, and dedication to helping others were evident from his early years. As a member of the...

Oct 6, 2024

Norma Jane Riek, formerly of Cohoes, NY, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, October 6, 2024

Born June 11, 1931 in Buffalo, NY, she was the daughter of the late Daniel W. and Norma (Wilson) Davern.

Norma attended Holy Angels Academy and graduated 1951 from Sister’s of Charity Nursing Hospital in Buffalo, NY with...

Oct 6, 2024

Preston Benjamin Williams, affectionately known as the "Fresh Prince of Albany,"was born on July 13, 1991, in Jamaica, Queens, the only child to Denise and Kingsley Williams. On October 6th 2024, after 33 short but impactful years, Preston passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy as a beloved father, devoted son and cherished friend.Preston’s early years were spent in Queens,...

Oct 6, 2024

Herbert A. Betzwieser, 87, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2024.

He was born in Wurzburg, Germany on March 2, 1937, the son of the late Alois Betzwieser and Ottilie Ruf Betzwieser.

Herbert immigrated to the United States in 1954 from Germany and has been a resident of the Albany area ever since. Herbert enlisted in the Army National Guard (1957-1964) where...

Oct 5, 2024

2024

Schenectady- Marian R. LaPan, 86, passed away on October 4, 2024. Marian was born March 28, 1938 to the late Chauncey and May (Bartholmew) VanPatten.

Marian is predeceased in death by her Husband Frank LaPan Sr II, Son Frank LaPan III, Granddaughter Crystal Duprey.

Marian is survived by her children, Joseph (Patricia) LaPan, Darlene Vanburen, Patricia M. LaPan, Sharmaine Duprey. Grandchildren, Danielle,...

Oct 4, 2024

TROY – William J. Gormley returned to the loving arms of the Lord Almighty on October 4, 2024. William, affectionately known as ‘Bill’ or ‘Billy’, was born in Jersey City, New Jersey and peacefully passed at the age of 84. William proudly served the United States Air Force while stationed at Travis Air Force Base and remained a proud veteran...

Oct 4, 2024

Albany- Dominic J. Donato, 93, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2024. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Carmelo and Margaret Donato. Dominic is predeceased by his loving wife Anne Marie (Gilmartin) Donato. 

Dominic served in the United States Army before his honorable discharge. He was a teacher in the Ravena Coeymans Selkirk School District retiring after...

Oct 3, 2024

Victoria L. Claus, 50, passed away at her home in Berne on 3, 2024, after long illness. Born on December 7, 1973, in Amsterdam NY, 

Victoria grew up in Schenectady,  dedicating many years to her career as a Vet Technician.  Victoria was also known for her diehard loyalty to the New York Yankees and her love for coffee.

Family was everything to...

Oct 3, 2024

John “Johnny” Maimone Jr., 63, passed away on October 3, 2024.

Born in Albany, he was the son of the late John Maimone Sr. and Shirley “Chickie” (Dames) Dempsey.

Johnny was a graduate of Colonie Central High School in 1978. He was employed with Bunkhoff, working in construction, for many years. He was a devoted fan of Metallica, AC/DC, and Black Sabbath....

Oct 2, 2024

ROTTERDAM - Bonnie (Strenka) DePalma, age 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday October 2, 2024 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center. She went happily into the loving arms of her husband, Frank E. DePalma Sr., to whom she was married for 52 wonderful years, who passed away in 2018.

Born and educated in Schenectady, Bonnie was the daughter of the...

2024

Enrico "Ricky" J. Versace, 92, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. 

Born in White Plains, NY, he was the son of the late John and Bianca Dora Crea Versace. 

Services will be private. 

2024

Judy Devers Haynes, 82, wife of David Edward Haynes, passed away Tuesday, October 1,2024 at her home in Delmar, New York.

Judy was born September 21,1942 in Dalhart,Texas to the late Paul Francis And Margaret (Marge) Fuhrmann Devers.

Judy graduated from Ursuline Academy of Dallas and attended Arlington State College. She worked in the dental field as an orthodontic assistant for over...

Sep 30, 2024

Wentworth "Sonny" Roose of Troy, N.Y. was born 1936 in Hingham Massachusetts. He was the son of the late Lucy M. Murphy of Hingham, MA. Sonny was one of five children preceded in passing by sisters Marguerite Noland and Lois Thurston. He is also preceded in death by his two sons and daughter, Michael, Dale, and Donna Lee. He is...

2024

John T. Thorpe, Jr., passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024. 

He was born on March 9, 1932, in Troy, NY to the late John T. Thorpe, Sr. and Jeannette Laliberte Thorpe.

John was a kind, friendly, and generous man who was loved by all. He had a great sense of pride and a wonderful sense of humor. He would do anything...

Sep 30, 2024

Bonnie Trattles, 76, of Schenectady passed away surrounded by family on September 30, 2024.

Bonnie was a 1966 graduate from Mont Pleasant High School and then joined the work force where she worked with several different moving companies over the course of her career. In her spare time, she enjoyed shopping, gardening, and spending time with her family. After all the...