William Kurtzner
Nov 25, 2007
COLONIE, NY – William F. Kurtzner, Sr., 73, of Colonie, passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2007 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Edwin Kurtzner and Catherine Fischer. He lived in Colonie for most of his life. Mr. Kurtzner was a painting contractor and retired from Tri-City Rentals...
Doris May Cook
Nov 25, 2007
COLONIE – Doris May Cook, 74, of Leach Ave. in Colonie passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2007 in the Julie Blair Nursing Home after a long illness. Doris is the daughter of the late Herman Upton and Beatrice Tulumello. Born in Staten Island New York, she moved upstate with her family to Bald Mountain, where she was educated in...
Clarence E. Alexander, Sr.
Nov 24, 2007
Albany- On November 24, 2007 the Angel of the Lord visited Clarence E. Alexander, Sr. and took him to his final resting place. He was born November 10, 1932 to the late Willie Guy and Odessa Foster Alexander in Lancaster, SC. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 52 years Elsie, seven children Louis (Mary) Montgomery, Lancaster, SC,...
John D. Burckhard
Nov 24, 2007
ROTTERDAM – John D. Burckhard, 81, passed away on Saturday, November 24, 2007 at Ellis Hospital after a brief illness. John was born on November 8, 1926 in Albany and was the son of the late John A.D. and Emma L. (Peters) Burckhard. He served in the US Navy during WWII, attaining the rank of Seaman First Class. He owned...
Derrick A. Graves
Nov 23, 2007
ALBANY- Derrick Anthony Graves, 33, of Albany, passed away on Friday, November 23, 2007 at his residence. He was born in Albany on October 13, 1974 to Willow Graves and the late Lillie Mae Graves. Derrick attended New Visions Adult Day Program where he earned his high school diploma. He was a fun loving person who loved to play the...
Elizabeth Wood
Nov 21, 2007
Troy – Elizabeth C. Wood, 85 died Wednesday November 21, 2007, after a brief illness at St. Mary's Hospital.Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late John and Teresa (Wertman) Hoefer. Elizabeth attended and graduated local schools and was a lifelong capital district area resident. She was a homemaker and mother to her five loving children. Elizabeth was...
Joseph M. Young
Nov 20, 2007
SCHENECTADY- Joseph M. Young, 38, of Schenectady, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, November 20, 2007. He was born and raised in Albany. Joe was a 1987 graduate of Bishop Magin High School, Hudson Valley Community College and the College of St. Rose in 1991. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed football and baseball. Joe biggest passion was his...
Josephine A. Kocienski
Nov 20, 2007
ALBANY- Josephine Kocienski, 85, of Albany passed away on Tuesday, November 20, 2007. She was born in Albany and resided in Albany for most of her life. Josephine is survived by her two sons, Edward Kocienski and James Kocienski. She is the sister of Christine Dzikas, Francis Gilder and Joseph Gilder. Josephine is also survived by 6 grandchildren, 7 great...
Martha E. Sim
Nov 19, 2007
ALBANY - Martha E. Sim, 87, passed away on Monday, November 19, 2007 at the Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Scotia after complications from Alzheimer's. Martha was born on August 20, 1920 in Albany and was the daughter of the late David Earing and Barbara Shants McAllister. She was predeceased by her husband, Ralph W. Sim, Sr. and...
Victor Rutzky
Nov 18, 2007
Albany – Victor J. Rutzky, 83, died Sunday November 18, 2007 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital. Born in Monticello, the son of John and Mary (Van Winkle) Rutzky. After graduating from high school Victor furthered his education at Alfred University. Victor was part of America's greatest generation. He enlisted in the Marine Corps and served for four...
Victor Canali
Nov 17, 2007
CLIFTON PARK, NY – Victor G. Canali, 66, passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2007 at his home, surrounded by his loved ones. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Gilbert and Clara Tenenini Canali. Victor was a resident and prominent business owner in Clifton Park. He has owned Clifton Park Auto Body for 25 years. Victor...
Ralph Purdy
Nov 16, 2007
ROTTERDAM, NY – Ralph T. Purdy passed away on Friday, November 16, 2007. He was born in Hudson Falls, NY on January 23, 1933 and was the son of the late Claude and Sadie Purdy. Mr. Purdy retired from the U.S. Army with the rank of SFC-E7, after serving 23 years. He served in Germany from 1951 through 1953 and...
Leetta Harrison
Nov 16, 2007
COLONIE- LeEtta "Mickey" Harrison, died on Friday November 16, 2007 at the age of 87. She was born in Amsterdam and died at her home in Colonie with the compassionate care of Community Hospice. LeEtta was the daughter of the late Agnes Curran and John McGuire. She was predeceased by her husband, Martin J. Harrison. Mickey is survived by her...
Joseph Albrecht
Nov 15, 2007
LOUDONVILLE, NY – Joseph C. Albrecht, 81, passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 15, 2007. Born in Hagaman, NY he was the son of the late George and Elizabeth Albrecht. He was a U.S. Navy veteran serving his country during World War II. Mr. Albrecht was a six grade teacher for 29 years in the North Colonie School District, most...
Paul B. Keppler
Nov 13, 2007
ROTTERDAM-Paul B. Keppler, 24, of Rotterdam passed away on Tuesday November 13, 2007 at his residence. He was born in Niskayuna and is the beloved son of John F. (Paula) Keppler Jr. and Kathleen (Howard) Stewart. Paul was a 2002 graduate of Mohonasen High School. He had worked for the Golub Corporation and more recently with US Food Service in...
Paulette Taylor
Nov 13, 2007
GUILDERLAND – Paulette Taylor, 60, passed away on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at St. Clare's Hospital. Paulette was born on April 3, 1947 in Brooklyn, NY and is the daughter of Mrs. Leola Taylor and the late Rudolph Taylor. She graduated from Baruch College in NYC and received her law degree from Syracuse University. She had a career in public...
Oralee Leahey
Nov 13, 2007
Oralee Janet Leahey, 82, died Tuesday November 13, 2007 at the Ellis Residential and Rehabilitation Center in Schenectady. Born in Flushing Queens on Valentines Day 1925 she was the daughter of the late Edward and Florence (Keifer) Remmert. Her family moved to Kingston when she was still a child. She lived there until she left home for Brywnmar College in...
Rose Deloreto
Nov 13, 2007
SCHENECTADY, NY – Rose (Carey) DeLoreto, 96, passed away on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at Ellis Hospital after a brief illness. Born in New Haven, CT, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Lena Izzo. Rose was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking for her family and friends. She especially loved spending time with her family. Mrs. DeLoreto was...
Vivian Baldovin
Nov 12, 2007
Vivian Hubal Baldovin of Guilderland, age 85, died peacefully November 12, 2007 after a seven-month battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Anton and Ruzena Hubal, Czech immigrants. Vivian was very proud of her Czech heritage. She was married twice, to the late Fred (Fiori) Baldovin and the late Irwin Wax....
Bernard E. Larose, Jr.
Nov 12, 2007
LaRose, Bernard Edward Jr. SCHENECTADY, N.Y. It is with great sadness, the family and friends of Bernard (Bernie) LaRose, 72, announce his passing on Monday, November 12, 2007 at Ellis Hospital. Born in Albany, N.Y. on June 26, 1935, son of the late Margaret Travis and Bernard LaRose Sr. Bernard attended St. Ann's Catholic School, Philip Schuyler Senior High School...
