Obituaries

Karen Aletha Dedie

Karen Aletha Dedie

2025

Beloved mother, dedicated grandmother, and wife, Karen Aletha Dedie, 85, of Cobleskill passed away on October 24, 2025. She was born on October 3, 1940, in Albany, New York. 

Karen was a fine artist and an admired craftsperson known for her generous smile and gorgeous gardens. Whimsy and spirit infused whatever she created, whether in pen and ink, watercolor, cloth, or...

Kathy Flynn

Kathy Flynn

Oct 24, 2025

Kathy Flynn (nee Butler), 75, wife of the late Tom Flynn, passed away October 24, 2025, at Samaritan Hospital in Troy, NY.

Born Nov 16, 1949 in Albany, NY to the late Harrison and Mae Butler (nee Dillon). Kathy grew up in Cohoes, attended Keveny High School and graduated with an Associate’s Degree from Hudson Valley Community College. Kathy was the...

Bernard "Bernie" DeJohn

Bernard "Bernie" DeJohn

2025

Bernard “Bernie” DeJohn, 61, son of the late Achille and Inge DeJohn, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 24, 2025.

Bernie immediately joined the workforce following his education in various fields. However, his most notable was for Janitronics as a multisite supervisor for 18 years, and most recently, PepsiCo. When he was not working, he could be found in the great...

Barbara A. Klein

Barbara A. Klein

Oct 24, 2025

Barbara A. Klein, wife of the late William J. Klein of Albany, passed away Friday, October 24, 2025 at home.

Born October 29, 1947, in Albany, New York, she was the daughter of the late Leonora (Bernosky) Weingarden and Theophilus (Ted) Hidley.

Mrs. Klein attended Schuyler High School. She was still working for CDPHP for over 37 years, helping people with Open...

James C. Terrell

James C. Terrell

Oct 24, 2025

James C. Terrell Jr.Sunrise: February 16, 1963  Sunset: October 24, 2025

James C. Terrell Jr. was born in Albany, New York, and educated in the Albany City School System. 

He was employed by Amtrak for many years before joining Local 190, where he later retired. Even after retirement, Jim remained active, taking on a part-time position with Albany Management, Inc., where he worked...

Thomas Jerry Sanders

Thomas Jerry Sanders

2025

Thomas "Tom" Jerry Sanders was born on March 14, 1946, to Leila Saunders and Henry Roseboro in Shelby, North Caroline. Surrounded by family, Tom peacefully transitioned on October 24, 2025. 

After his mother suffered a fatal accident when he was nine, Tom, the oldest of three children, grew up with his cousins Karen, Kimberley and Ronald. Tom attended public schools in...

Darryl L. Ostrander

Darryl L. Ostrander

Oct 24, 2025

Darryl Ostrander, 80, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 24, 2025 at his home with his loving family by his side.

Darryl was the son of the late Byron and Ruth Ostrander. He was the devoted husband of over 63 years, to Nancy J. Ostrander.

He was a retired Deputy Chief with the Niskayuna Police Department. He loyally served from 1968 to...

Marianne J. Fleisch

Marianne J. Fleisch

Oct 23, 2025

Albany-Marianne Fleisch, 96, entered into eternal life on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at Daughters of Sarah Nursing. She was born in Albany, New York to the late Joseph and Miriam Sammons. Marianne was the loving wife to the late Richard Fleisch, they were married many years.

Marianne lived a full life with vigor and appreciation for all. She was loved and...

Patricia A. Watson

Patricia A. Watson

Oct 22, 2025

Patricia A. Watson, 73, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at home with her loving family by her side. Patricia was the daughter of the late Joseph and Elaine Parker. She was the devoted wife to George R. Watson.

She was a graduate of the Van Rensselaer High School, Class of 1970. She retired from Verizon after 30 years...

Lindell Otis Davis

Lindell Otis Davis

Oct 21, 2025

Our precious Super hero, Mr. Lindell Otis Davis at age 69, on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 left this life journey in a still manner at the Holyoke Medical Center, Holyoke NY and returned to the eternal essence of Divine joyful peace. His Sister, Lucille Davis and niece, Jozette Williams were at Lindell’s hospital bedside. 

Lovingly called “Linny” by his Family, Lindell...

Marques D. Judkins

Marques D. Judkins

Oct 21, 2025

Marques Dwayne Judkins, 48, passed away on October 21, 2025.

On May 22, 2010, Marques married his loving and devoted wife, Natasha L. Judkins.

He was born in Albany, NY on March 9, 1977 to Brenda J. Rowlett (Dean Rowlett) and David L. Judkins (Dina Alexander).

Marques received his associates degree from Hudson Valley Community College (Troy, NY) where he majored in Business...

David V. Lockwood II

David V. Lockwood II

Oct 21, 2025

Glenville- David Vail Lockwood II, 72, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late David Vail Lockwood, Sr. and Rita Lockwood. David was the devoted husband to Joanne Lockwood. They were married 34 years.

David enjoyed spending time with his entire family especially during the holidays. He...

Richard W. Post

Richard W. Post

Oct 20, 2025

TROY – Richard W. Post, 84, of Troy passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Catskill on May 17, 1941 a son of the late Lyle and Virginia (Bartlett) Post. Richard was raised in Catskill where he graduated from Catskill High School. He played baseball and soccer and was manager for the...

Theodore R. Schrom

Theodore R. Schrom

2025

Amsterdam – Theodore R. Schrom, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 84, surrounded by his loving family on October 20, 2025. Born on December 26, 1940, in Fulton, NY, he was the son of the late William and Isabelle (Pierce) Schrom.

Theodore dedicated much of his life to his work as a mason and...

Diane N. Jacko

Diane N. Jacko

Oct 19, 2025

Diane Newell Jacko, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and dedicated educator, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025 in Albany, NY. Born on June 26, 1941, Diane, a devoted catholic, lived a life rich in love, creativity, and unwavering commitment to her family, church and community.

Diane’s career as an elementary school teacher on Long Island was marked by her exceptional...

Gerald "Jerry" A. Giagni

Gerald "Jerry" A. Giagni

Oct 19, 2025

Gerald "Jerry" Giagni, 76, passed away peacefully at home on October 19, 2025

Born March 12, 1949, Jerry grew up in Albany, NY and was a familiar face at his grandfather's barbershop, Patsy's. He graduated from Cardinal McCloskey High School in 1967 and went on to serve his country honorably in the United States Navy. Upon returning home he began a...

John M. Garrett

John M. Garrett

Oct 19, 2025

John M. Garrett, 85, passed away at St. Peter's Hospice, Sunday, October 19, 2025. Born in Ontario, Canada, March 2nd, 1940. He was the son of the late Mary Josephine (Hickey) Garrett and James S. Garrett. He was the youngest of his siblings James . Garret Jr and sister Mary Ellen Fields.

John served in the United States Navy from 1958-1963....

Thomas D. Malloy

Thomas D. Malloy

Oct 18, 2025

On October 18, 2025 Tom aka "Pop" entered into eternal rest after a brave and hard-fought battle against ALS. He was born on August 15,1949 to his proud parents Dolores (Mulholland) Malloy and Donald T. Malloy at St. Clare's Hospital in Schenectady, NY. 

He grew up in Scotia, N.Y where he attended St. Joseph's school and graduated from Scotia - Glenville...

Jean McMurphy

Jean McMurphy

Oct 18, 2025

Jean McMurphy, (Bobcia), 93, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025, at Glendale Nursing Home, where she spent her final days surrounded by care and compassion.

Born in Schenectady February 23, 1932, she was the proud daughter of John and Genevieve “Jean” (Moraski) Listkowski, who held a special place in her heart.

She was raised in Schenectady, NY, Jean was the beloved...

Mary M. Miller

Mary M. Miller

2025

Mary M. Miller, 95, of North Bethlehem, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 18th.

Mary was the wife of the late Marshall Miller. They were married for 56 years. Mary was the beloved mother of Paul (Carla), Nancy Fefer (Marty), Peter (Karen), Rose Wehnau (Mark), and Mark (Shareen). She was the cherished sister of Ruth Lassonde, Kathy...

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