John Scherer
Aug 23, 2010
COLONIE – John "Don" Scherer, 73, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer. Don was born on April 18, 1937 in Albany and was the son of the late John Henry and Elizabeth Johanna (Huber) Scherer. He worked as a plumber and steamfitter for Local No. 7 for 50 years before retiring in 1998....
Michael Herchenroder
Aug 23, 2010
West Albany, NY Michael F. Herchenroder 71, of Everett Road, West Albany died on Monday August 23, 2010 at St. Peter's Hospice unit after a lengthy battle with cancer. His parents James E. and Jean Karl Herchenroder and brother Russell "Tim" Herchenroder (Nancy) predeceased him. Michael is survived by one daughter, Patricia Barber(Rick) of Pennellville, two sons, Michael Jr. of...
Irma V. Mckeon
Aug 23, 2010
Albany- Irma V. McKeon passed away peacefully on Monday, August 23, 2010 on her 97th birthday. She was born in Ogdensburg, NY she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Anna Blake Lagault. Irma was a graduate of the Albany Business College. As a professional woman, Irma worked in credit information and collections for attorney, banks and retailers in...
Linda Fonda
Aug 22, 2010
Linda (Schenk) Fonda, 63, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 22, 2010 at the Community Hospice Inn at St. Peters surrounded by her loving family. Linda was born in Albany and loved to garden and truly enjoyed going to car shows with her husband. She also cherished the times she spent with her family. Linda was predeceased by her first...
Charles Bradford Chandler
Aug 21, 2010
ALBANY – Charles Bradford Chandler, 78, passed away on Saturday, August 21, 2010 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center in Guilderland, after a short illness. Charles was born on June 19, 1932, in Stoneham, MA and was the son of the late Charles Lester and Helen Emily (Brock) Chandler. He played football for Union College, and graduated in 1956...
Daniel P. Buchan
Aug 19, 2010
COLONIE, NY – Daniel P. Buchan, 46, formerly of Latrobe, PA, passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2010 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital, after a long and courageous eighteen year battle with brain cancer. He lived in various areas of the United States before settling in Colonie. Dan was a 1986 graduate of Washington and Jefferson College...
Wray Emile Bell
Aug 18, 2010
COLONIE – Wray Emile Bell, 82, of Colonie, passed away on Wednesday August 18, 2010 after complications from a stroke. He was born on the island of Antigua in the West Indies. His family relocated briefly to St. Kitts and then to the island of St. Vincent where he spent his childhood and early adult years. He began his career...
Michael Foley
Aug 18, 2010
Michael Foley, 43, passed away on Wednesday, August 18, 2010 at Albany Medical Center Hospital after a courageous 2 year battle with esophageal cancer. Michael was born in Albany and resides in Guilderland. He is the son of Barbara and James Foley. He graduated from Guilderland High School in 1985 and was employed by Capitaland Transportation for many years.Michael is...
Jean B. Averill
Aug 17, 2010
LOUDONVILLE, NY – Jean B. Averill, 82, passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2010 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her devoted children: Cheryl (Jack) McCann, Kim (Frank) Criscione, Diana (Alan) Blakeborough, Scott (Kim) Averill and Steven (Michele) Averill. Also surviving are fourteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend...
Philomena Lanci
Aug 17, 2010
COLONIE, NY – Philomena Lanci, 91, passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2010 at Teresian House. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Rose Pacella. She was a resident of Colonie for most of her life. Philomena worked for the New York State Dept. of Health for many years. She liked reading classic literature, listening...
Grace W. Murphy
Aug 16, 2010
Albany – Grace Murphy, 97, passed away peacefully Monday August 16, 2010. Grace was born in Albany and was the daughter of the late Sarah and Aloysius Weis. She was a lifelong area resident. Grace worked as a lab technician for New York State Department of Health for many years. She retired in 1969 at the same time as her...
Media A. Nye
Aug 16, 2010
New Comer Cannon Funeral Home456-4442Nye, MediaSaratoga Springs –On August 16, 2010, Media A. Nye was promoted to glory after a heroic battle with cancer. She passed away quietly surrounded by her loving family. After graduating High School, she attended nursing school and graduated with an associates degree in nursing. She retired after 38 years of doing what she loved most....
Yolanda G. James
Aug 16, 2010
SCHENECTADY, NY – Yolanda G. James, 88, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2010. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Raffaela D'Ambrosio. She was a Schenectady resident for all of her life. Yolanda was a devout catholic and a longtime member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Church (formerly Immaculate Conception Church) in Schenectady....
Molla Alula
Aug 15, 2010
ALBANY, NY – Molla Alula, 91, passed away on Sunday, August 15, 2010. He was born in Ethiopia where he was a businessman, community elder and advisor. He migrated to the United States in 1987. Molla was predeceased by his first wife, Bizunesh Kerse, his second wife, Yeshi Gebre, two sons, three daughters and one grandchild. Surviving are his children:...
John M. D'Ambrosio
Aug 15, 2010
ROTTERDAM – John M. D'Ambrosio, 55, of Rotterdam, passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 15, 2010 at Glens Falls Hospital. He was born in Schenectady and was the son of the late John and Catherine D'Ambrosio.John was a 1972 graduate of Linton High School. He had worked for several years at Ruth's Garage in Colonie and Clifton Park. John was...
Oscar J. Meyer
Aug 15, 2010
Oscar Meyer (Bob), 83, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 15, 2010 after a long illness. He was bon in Buffalo to the late Oscar J. Meyer, Sr. and Ruth (Smith) Meyer. He was also predeceased by his brother, William Meyer. Bob proudly served in the United States Army during WWII. He was a self employed Land Surveyor in the...
Donald V. Geisel
Aug 14, 2010
ALBANY- Donald V. Geisel, 80, of Albany, passed away on Saturday August 14, 2010 at Van Rensselaer Manor. He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Richard Geisel Sr. and Helen Kirby.Don proudly served in the US Marine Corp during the Korean War. He had also served in the Army National Guard for many years. Don...
Jack W. Foley
Aug 13, 2010
ALBANY- John W. Foley, 73, of Albany passed away at home with his family by his side on Friday August 13, 2010. Jack was born in Albany and a lifelong resident of the city. He was the son of the late Vesta M. Foley. Jack was appointed to the Albany Fire Department in October, 1960. He was a founding member...
Veronica A. Epting
Aug 13, 2010
Veronica A. Epting, 85, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 13, 2010 at Julie Blair Nursing Home in Albany. Veronica was born on October 5th 1924, in Amsterdam to the late John and Mikalina Babrowicz. She worked with the New York State department of Alcohol and Substance Abuse until her retirement; she was a lifetime member of the Village of...
Lucille M. Sirco
Aug 12, 2010
Lucille M. Sirco, 92, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 12, 2010 at the Eddy Village Green in Cohoes surrounded by her loving family.Lucille was born in Troy to the late Cesare and Lucia Mantell. She worked for the Watervliet Arsenal for over 20 years as a machinist until she retired. She was a member of the Speigle Elders with...
