Sep 22, 2026

Sandra “Sandee” A. Murphy passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.

Sandee was born in Albany on November 18, 1954, a daughter of the late Sigmund and Jean (Waterston) Kuberski. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and educator. She shared 53 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Michael Murphy.

She was a longtime educator in...

Sep 22, 2026

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2026

John V. Robilotti, 72, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, surrounded in love by his family.

He was born in Albany on November 22, 1953, a son of the late Vitalo and Mary (Bushey) Robilotti. He was a graduate of Colonie Central High School, class of 1972.

Professionally, John worked for over 38 years for the State of New York....

2026

Michela DiCaprio, 78, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 21, 2026.

Michela was born on May 8, 1948, in Amorosi, Italy, the daughter of the late Francesco and Elvira (Mezza) Mongillo. Michela was a loving wife, mother, and Nonna.

She was a selfless and gentle soul with unwavering devotion to her family and God. Her kindness touched the lives of everyone she...

Sep 21, 2026

Marion Catherine Stearns, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed

away peacefully on September 21, 2026 at the age of 95. She leaves behind a lifetime of

memories and a family who loved her immensely. Born in Rotterdam, NY on February 23, 1931,

she was the daughter of the late Ridgeford and Bertha (Talbot) Zautner. Growing up her parents

instilled in her the importance...

Sep 21, 2026

Teresa Avellino, 95, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026 at the Teresian House in Albany, NY. Teresa was born in Adrano, Sicily, but has lived in Albany since she was a child.

She was employed by several New York State agencies and retired after 25 years. Teresa enjoyed traveling. Her many trips included traveling abroad to Sicily, Italy, England, Switzerland...

Sep 20, 2026

Patricia “Patty” M. Twardowski passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 20th, at St. Peter’s Hospital at 73 years of age. Patty was born in Albany on November 13th, 1952, to James and Helen Horan.

Patty was married to her husband John for 51 long and loving years. While they met on a blind date arranged by friends, the love they built...

Sep 19, 2026

Karen Joan Ward

April 19, 1959 - September 19, 2026

If you ever had the privilege of being welcomed to “Mom’s House,” then you already know that she showed love through food. The cheesecake she made for Thanksgiving and Christmas. The spinach dip that would disappear as quickly as she could put it out. The french onion soup that made an ordinary...

2026

Anthony Perkins was born on December 4, 1968, to the late Clifton Reels and Priscilla Perkins in Brooklyn, NY. Anthony attended P.S 117 middle school and then Redirection High School.

When Anthony was 18 yrs old, he started working construction in Brooklyn, NY. Anthony Perkins and Tammy Harrell met the summer of 1990 in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, NY which they lived in...

2026

Debora Kimball, 64, of Rotterdam, NY, passed away suddenly on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

Debbie was born in Stamford, NY, to Jeanetta and John C. Burroughs. She was a graduate of Roxbury Central School in Roxbury, NY, and went on to build her life in Rotterdam, where she shared 44 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Larry Kimball. Debbie worked...

Sep 18, 2026

Sep 18, 2026

Sharon J. "Sherry" Franklin, 78, passed away on September 18, 2026.

Born March 25, 1948, she was the daughter of the late John and Margaret Erkan.She spent several years as a house keeper at Guilderland Center Nursing Home! She had a love for cats, doing puzzles, arts and crafts, and spending time in the pool.

Sherry is survived by her son, James...

Sep 18, 2026

Sep 17, 2026

Roger William Mansbridge, 86, passed away on September 17, 2026 at Hudson Park Nursing Home with his wife, Norma, and his son, Neil, by his side.

Born on August 8, 1940 during the Battle of Britain, in Newport, Isle of Wight, England, he was the son of the late William and Kay Mansbridge. When he was 14 he spent a year...

Sep 17, 2026

Marie Theresa Oppedisano, 96, passed away peacefully on September 17th, 2026. Born in Calabria, Italy she was the daughter of the late Nick and Catherine Coluccio. Marie is predeceased by her husband Angelo Oppedisano.

Marie never had children of her own, but she lovingly embraced her role as an aunt. She adored all of her nieces and nephews and cherished the...

Sep 17, 2026

Albany- Theodore “Ted” Duker passed on September 17, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Margaret, and his children: Brian, Sherry, Theodore, and Daniel.

He had four brothers: William, Michael (deceased), Vincent, and Bernard. His sisters-in-law, Sharon Casey, Sharon Burns, and Karen Schumann, will miss him, as will his grandson, Sammy, and several nieces and...

2026

In Loving Memory of Nelda Armstrong

Nelda Armstrong, born December 13, 1942, in Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was a woman whose greatest joy in life was her family.

Nelda was the daughter of Milton Farmer and Alice Hall Farmer and grew up in Texas, attending Garland High...

Sep 14, 2026

Laura Grenfeld Gervasio

December 6, 1966 – September 14, 2026

Laura Grenfeld Gervasio, of Mullins, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, September 14, 2026, surrounded by the people who loved her most.

Laura was born on December 6, 1966, in Manhattan, New York, to Laura Grenfeld (Lake) and Arthur Grenfeld. She spent most of her childhood and adult life in...

Sep 13, 2026

Sep 12, 2026

Edward “Ed” O’Brien, 80, passed away at home in Watervliet, New York on September 12, 2026. Born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, Ed grew up in Albany, New York before moving to the Bridgeport, Connecticut area, where fate led him to his eternal love, his late wife, Nancy J. (Green) O’Brien.

After graduating from Albany’s Schyler High School, Ed served in the United...