Walter Terefenko
Apr 20, 2025
Walter Terefenko Jr, 62, passed into eternity Sunday April 20, 2025 after spending Easter with his family.
He was born in in Coal Township, PA on June 5, 1962 a son of the late Walter and Barbara (Long) Terefenko.
Walter was raised in Clifton Park, NY. At age 18, he began a 12-year career serving his country in the Army National Guard....
Frank J. Manzi
Apr 19, 2025
Albany- Frank J. Manzi, 89, passed away peacefully at Saratoga Hospital on April 19, 2025.
Frank was the beloved son of the late Joseph and Yolanda (Marmalaro) Manzi.
In addition to his parents, Frank was predeceased by the love of his life Maureen and step son Mark Stewart and his three brothers, Lou, Andy and Tony.
Frank is survived by his three sons,...
Phyllis Jean Kelley
Apr 19, 2025
Phyllis Jean Kelley (Gifford), 92, passed away peacefully at her home on April 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Phyllis was born in Pittstown, NY to the late Ralph and Dorothy Jane (Newcomb) Gifford.
Phyllis graduated from Albany High in 1951. She worked at the New York Telephone Co and was a dental assistant for many years. Phyllis was a past...
Josephine Wasserbach
Apr 19, 2025
Josephine Wasserbach, 83, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 19th, 2025, surrounded by the family who loved her deeply. She had been living with Alzheimer’s for many years, and faced each day of her illness with quiet strength and grace.
Born in Albany, NY, to Lucy and Frank Cuoccio. Josephine graduated from Cardinal McCloskey Memorial High School. On March...
Charles Thomas Evans
Apr 18, 2025
COLONIE- Charles T. Evans, age 86, passed away surrounded by family on April 18, 2025 at St. Peter’s Hospice.
He was predeceased by his parents and three sisters. He is survived by his wife, his son and his family and his friends.
He served honorably in the United States Coast Guard.
All services will be private.
Leona R. Clough
2025
Leona R. Clough, 98, wife of the late William G. Clough, passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025. Born on August 29, 1926, she was the daughter of the late John and Lena (Lehman) Humphrey.
Full Obituary to follow
Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Visitation on Friday, April 25, 2025, from 10:30 am - 11:30 am with a...
Alexander James Gray
Apr 18, 2025
Cohoes- Alexander James Gray of Cohoes passed away peacefully on April 18,2025 surrounded by love.
Alex was very young when he survived a near drowning. He was a brave and a handsome young man who made a huge impression on the lives of so many people. He taught patience and compassion and love. Alex always enjoyed music and going for rides...
Barbara Gohman
Apr 17, 2025
Voorheesville – Barbara “Bobbie” A. Gohman, 84, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025.
She was born on February 2, 1941, daughter of the late Charles and Harriet Tommell.
Bobbie grew up on a farm in Clarksville, NY along with her sister and two brothers. She was a sweet and nurturing soul, as meticulous as she was caring. Bobbie graduated from Bethlehem...
Donald O. Rickson
Apr 17, 2025
Schenectady-
Donald O Rickson, 44, passed away suddenly on April 17, 2025.
He was born in Schenectady NY to Charlene Donegan and the late Donald O. Rickson. In high school he was a champion wrestler as well as a talented football and baseball player. He was an avid fan of the New York Yankees and the New York Jets.
Donald has a passion...
Anita L. Papuzza
2025
With her sons by her side, Anita passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 17, 2025 after having blessed her family with her caring nature, generosity and strong support, and ensuring they always had what they needed to be happy and successful in their lives.
Anita was born on December 1, 1937 in Glens Falls, NY to the late Robert and Isabel...
Anthony W. Kambeitz
Apr 16, 2025
Anthony W. “Tony” Kambeitz, 80, passed away on April 16, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie.
Virginia Mela Yusko
2025
Virginia Natasha Larissa Mela Yusko, whose warm and courageous heart touched the lives of Italians, Venezuelans, Floridians and New Yorkers, died April 15, 2025, in Tufts Medical Center, Boston. She was 56 and lived in Guilderland, N.Y.
Beset by cancer as a teen, Virginia nonetheless exhibited an incredibly positive attitude and a strong work ethic throughout her life. Those qualities, along...
Deborah Leigh Camarota
2025
Deborah Leigh Camarota, 61, of Latham, NY, passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Deborah was the beloved wife of Rich Camarota and a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Born on November 15, 1963, she was the daughter of Lynford and Bernice (Kilcher) Heinze.
Deborah spent her life as a devoted caretaker. A...
Alicia I. Greene
Apr 15, 2025
Alicia I. Greene (Proskin), 71, passed away on April 15, 2025.
Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Arda and Albert Proskin, and the wife of 44 years to the late George "Mickey" Greene.
Alicia was a graduate of the former Philip Schuyler High School. Alicia retired from Anthem, formally Empire Blue Cross & Blue Shield, after 39 years....
Grace M. Gallo
2025
Schenectady- Grace M. Gallo, 63, passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 15, 2025 . Grace was the daughter of the late Augustine Gallo and Patricia Gallo.
Grace was a selfless person to her core; she spent 46 years of her life taking care of others whether that be her family or her beloved residents while working as a CNA, if you know...
Albert A. DeNucci Jr.
2025
Albert Anthony DeNucci, 64, of Albany, NY, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2025.
Born on August 23, 1960, he was the son of the late Albert A. DeNucci Sr., and Anna May Alice (Hilton) McGee.
During high school, Albert enlisted in the Army where after graduation, he served our Country. Thereafter, Al worked various jobs around Albany, and really loved being...
Helen Fogel
Apr 14, 2025
Helen Fogel, 71, passed away surrounded by her loving family on April 14, 2025 in Columbus,Ohio.
Helen was born in Columbus, Ohio on August 31, 1953 to Daniel and Ellen Connor. The fourth of nine children, Helen was proud of her family, loved her siblings, and was cared for by many of them in recent months, alongside her sons.
Helen graduated from...
Thomas E. Friss
Apr 14, 2025
COLONIE- Thomas E. Friss, age 57, passed away suddenly on April 14, 2025.
He was born in Hudson, NY, the son of the late Robert E. Friss and Lorraine Friss. He was also predeceased by his grandparents, Earl and Mildred Friss and William and Grace Schumann.
Tom was a proud member of the Colonie Little League and part of the 1980 NYS...
Frank Brisk
Apr 14, 2025
Frank Brisk of Schenectady, New York passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Frank was born on July 25, 1934, in Listuguj, Canada. He lived his life as a proud member of the Mi'gmaq First Nation and was raised on First Nation values. It was these beginnings that he worked alongside his father and brothers and...
