Obituaries

Charlotte E. Daugherty

Charlotte E. Daugherty

Mar 8, 2025

Charlotte E. Daugherty, residing on Creble Road in Selkirk, NY, died on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at the age of 94. Charlotte and her sister Sadie (predeceased), were born in Durham, South Carolina to Dewey and Minnie Brewington (predeceased).

Charlotte moved to New York, married and had a family. She loved her home on Creble Road and lived there her entire...

Hannelore "Lori" F. Smith

Hannelore "Lori" F. Smith

Mar 8, 2025

Hannelore (Lori) Smith, 70, of Colonie, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025 at Albany Medical Center.

Born December 2, 1954 in Weehawken NJ, she was the daughter of the late Hans W. and Josefa (Ossowski) Braasch.

Lori graduated from Fonda Fultonville Central High School and went on to Cosmetology School in Albany. She worked as a hair dresser, owning her own salon,...

Richard "Richie" E. Carroll

Richard "Richie" E. Carroll

2025

Rensselaer- Richard E. Carroll, 42, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025 with his loving family by his side. Richard was the son of Richard W. Carroll and Brenda Delaney.

Richie worked at Shaker Place as a Maintenance Technician. Richie enjoyed hunting, fishing, quading and the great outdoors at his family's place in the Adirondacks with his children.

Along with his parents, Richie...

Joseph Anthony Muller

Joseph Anthony Muller

Mar 6, 2025

Joseph Anthony Muller ♥️💔❤️

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph "Joe" Muller, age 27, who left this world too soon. Joe will be remembered as a caring, compassionate person who cared deeply about others and was the first one to help people in need. Joe loved life to the fullest and had an infectious smile...

Dennis McCormick

Dennis McCormick

2025

Dennis Michael McCormick, 80, of Altamont, New York, passed away on March 6, 2025, at Eddy Memorial, surrounded by his loving family. 

Dennis was a devoted husband to his wife of 44 years, Laura, and a proud father to his three children, Chrystie Stafford of Voorheesville, NY; Aaron (Shannon) McCormick or Warwick, RI, and Kim (Edward) Beck of Schenectady, NY. He...

Rachel Whittingham

Rachel Whittingham

2025

Rachel Whittingham was born January 16, 1932, in Mocho, Clarendon, Jamaica, WI, to the late Henry and Inez Drummond. She was the sixth of twelve children and was preceded in death by her parents and all of her siblings. Rachel began her early education at Mocho Elementary School before moving to Kingston to live with her Aunt Ann. She continued...

Joan M. Benoit

Joan M. Benoit

Mar 5, 2025

COLONIE--- Joan M. Benoit, age 85, passed away on March 5, 2025.

She was born in Albany, the daughter of the late John and Mildred Harbinger. She was also predeceased by her husband, George Benoit and her sister, Wilma King.

Joan was an accountant in the Accounts Receivable Dept. at JC Penney for over 25 years. She was proud of the fact...

Barbara J. Laverty

Barbara J. Laverty

Mar 5, 2025

Barbara J. Laverty, 65, passed away on March 5, 2025  after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.

She leaves behind her sons, Cody Lawler (Briana) and Dylan Lawler (Ciara); her cherished grandchildren, McKenna, Liam, Addison, Theodore, and Archer; her sisters, Deborah Laverty (Larry) and Susan Spanswick; and her brothers, David Laverty (Karen) and...

Raymond E. Corti

Raymond E. Corti

2025

Rensselaer- Raymond E. Corti, 82, passed away March 4, 2025. He was born June 4, 1942 in Plattsburgh, NY.

Raymond was educated in the Rensselaer school system. After high school, he enlisted in the Army, and served in Germany. After his honorable discharge from the army, he was employed at Pioneer Bank and retired after 30 years of service. Raymond enjoyed...

Aubrey Gibbons

Aubrey Gibbons

2025

Mr. Aubrey Gibbons, 74, husband to Nazmoon N. Gibbons, passed away on Tuesday March 4, 2025. After a courageous battle with diabetes and a stroke. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend. Born June 20, 1950, he was the son of the late Gowcaran Persaud and Euna Gibbons.

He leaves behind his children, Natalia, Nadina, Naomi, and Reeza; his...

Julia L. Jenkins

Julia L. Jenkins

2025

The Remarkable life of Julia L. Jenkins

Julia Lee Jenkins (Mama Ju), 87, wife of the late Joseph Jenkins, gained her wings on March 4,2025 at the Troy Center. She was surrounded by her family.

Born April 28, 1937 in Jacksonville, Florida, she was the daughter of the late John and Rosa Williams. They instilled in her hard work, determination, and empathy....

Gail A. Baker

Gail A. Baker

Mar 4, 2025

Troy- Gail A. Baker, 80, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 after a brief illness at St. Peter’s Hospital. Born in Troy, she was the daughter of the late William J. Lavinus and Margaret M. (McInerney) Lavinus. Gail is predeceased by her husband Donald R. Baker. 

Gail was a graduate of Catholic Central High School. She was employed at Cluett,...

Kevin Michael Travis

Kevin Michael Travis

Mar 4, 2025

Kevin Michael Travis, 85, husband of the late Linda Lee Travis, of Homosassa, Florida, died peacefully on March 4th at Shaker Place Rehab and Nursing Center, Albany, NY, surrounded by his family. 

Born June 16th, 1939 in Fall River, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late James F. and Vitus C. Travis. He shared his birthday with his mom, what...

Edward Edmund Legg, Sr.

Edward Edmund Legg, Sr.

2025

Petersburg- Edward Edmund Legg, Sr., 80, passed away Monday, March 3, 2025 with his loving family by his side. Edward was the son of the late Luther and Mabel Legg. Edward was the devoted husband to the late Marjorie Legg.

Edward worked at Fort Orange Papermill for 30 years, then Bond till he retired. He also enjoyed going to the Casino.

Edward...

Janice C. Turso

Janice C. Turso

2025

It is with profound sadness, we announce the passing of Janice C. Turso, aged 82 in Rotterdam, NY on March 3, 2025.

Jan was born on July 18, 1942 in Chattanooga, TN to James N. and Georgia Cox. She graduated from Chattanooga High School and joined the US Air Force, where she met William E. Turso, whom she married in 1962.

She...

Nelson A. Parker

Nelson A. Parker

Mar 3, 2025

Nelson A. Parker, 83, husband to Kathy Parker, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025.

In his earlier life, Nelson served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War era. Nelson held a position with the Watervliet Arsenal for over 25 years, eventually retiring. He was active in Guilderland Firehouse, holding many positions including past fire chief. After retirement, he...

Jean E. Lewis

Jean E. Lewis

2025

Jean E. Lewis, 90, wife to Albert H. Lewis, went home to the Lord on Sunday, March 2, 2025.

Born on May 19, 1934, in Saint Ann Jamaica, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Constance (Virgo) Webb.

While in Jamaica; before marriage she worked as a manager of a jewelry store. After marriage she was a stay at home...

Wayne P. Hopper

Wayne P. Hopper

2025

Rotterdam- Wayne P. Hopper, 84, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born September 18, 1940 to the late Harold and Irene Hopper in Suffern, NY. Wayne attended Clarkstown North High School. He and his wife Donna, of 45 years, lived in Cornwall, NY for 35 years and recently moved to Rotterdam, NY to be closer...

Candi Lashley

Candi Lashley

Mar 1, 2025

Candi M. Lashley (Koeppe), 67, passed away peacefully March 1, 2025 at Albany Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.

Candi was born in Albany, NY on November 30th, 1957. She was the daughter of the late Janet and Fritz Koeppe

Candi loved spending time with her family, friends, and her beloved cat, Strawberry Lashley. She also enjoyed playing bingo. Candi will...

Stanley Greer

Stanley Greer

Mar 1, 2025

Stanley Greer Sr., 60, husband of Ruth Reyes-Greer of Albany, passed away Saturday, March 1st, 2025 at Albany Medical Center.

He was born Feb 23, 1965 in Hempstead LI. Raised with his siblings by their mother, the late Katherleen Greer, he was baptized at Faith Baptist Church by Rev. Dr. Gerald S. White. Stanley had a very active childhood, he sang...

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