Charles J. Walthers
Jul 18, 2025
Charles J Walthers, 76, of Guilderland, NY passed away in the comfort of his home, surrounded by family, after a six-year battle with Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.
Chuck grew up in Latham and graduated from Shaker High School in 1967. At 18 years old he served in the Vietnam War, where he fought in an active war zone from 1968-1970, serving his...
Annabelle Jean Cocci
Jul 17, 2025
It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Annabelle Jean Cocci, age 83, on July 17, 2025 at The Grand Rehabilitation.
Born Annabelle Jean Cocci 14 Delphi, Colorado on June 6, 1942 to Toivo Adolph Kangas and Theresa E. (Schraft) Kangas. She first grew up on the western part of Colorado before the family moved back to Laurens, New...
Vance Albert Mims III
2025
Albany – Vance Albert Mims III, 17, passed away tragically on July 17, 2025. Born on May 1, 2008, in Albany, NY to Vance A. Mims Jr. and Glenda I. Mims.
Vance was a bright light in the lives of all who knew him. A gifted athlete, he found passion and purpose on the basketball court and football field, where his...
Peggy J. Lashway
2025
Mariaville Lake - Peggy J. Lashway, affectionately known as Oma to family and friends, passed away peacefully at age 75 on July 16, 2025. She was born July 26, 1949 to the late Charles and Betty Farnum in Troy Hospital.
Peggy graduated from Waterford-Hafmoon and was a pioneering female in the field of coding. She retired from the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's...
Douglas J. Caisse, Jr.
2025
Douglas Joseph Caisse Jr., 82, husband to Videlia (Carrasco) Caisse, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 in his home with his loving family by his side.
Born on June 13, 1943, in Niskayuna, NY, he was the son of the late Douglas J. Caisse Sr., and Shirley D. (Krone) Caisse.
Doug served our country for 22 years in the United States...
Charlotte A. Amigo
Jul 16, 2025
Charlotte Amigo, 83 passed away in her home on July 16, 2025, surrounded by her family. Charlotte was the daughter of the late, Joseph Knecht and Irene Hinkle. She was a graduate of Liberty High School. On August 18, 1962, Charlotte married her soul mate, Frank. As childhood friends, they were married for 60 years together until Frank passed. During...
Wayne R. Bates
2025
Wayne R. Bates, 78, of Amsterdam NY, quietly passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Amsterdam, NY. He was born May 16, 1947, in Rome, NY., the son of Kenneth E. Bates Sr., and Cecelia (Tyksinski) Bates. He graduated from Camden Central High School in 1966.
Wayne worked at Harden Furniture for many years. He then moved...
Mark J. Zyskowski
2025
Mark J. Zyskowki, 64, of Albany, NY, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
Born, February 17, 1961, he was the son of the late Peter and Margaret (Lash) Zyskowski.
As Owner and operator, Mark led Ace Tree Care with dedication and vision, leaving a lasting legacy in the community. Mark will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Family...
Sherry M. Ballard
2025
Clifton Park- Sherry M. Ballard, 63, passed away July 15, 2025. Sherry was born in Albany, NY on June 17,1962 to the late Charles J. and Sue M. Klose.
Sherry was a bright light with a kind and generous soul. She loved nothing more than her family. Game nights with her cousins, a Sunday dinner, anything that brought people together. You...
William "Bill" Lediger
Jul 15, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of William “Bill” Lediger Jr. on July 15, 2025, at the age of 77.
Born in Brooklyn, NY, on July 2, 1948, to Lydia and William Lediger Sr., Bill grew up with a deep sense of loyalty, warmth, and a generous spirit that defined his life. He attended St. Catherine’s Catholic School in...
David W. Goergen
Jul 15, 2025
David W. Goergen, 84, of Schenectady, passed away on July 15, 2025 at Albany Medical Center.
He was born in Albany on January 10, 1941 to the late David and Dorothy Goergen.
David was a lifelong resident of the Capital Region. After his honorable discharge from the US Army, he went to work at General Electric of Selkirk, where he stayed for...
William "Big Will" Figueroa
Jul 14, 2025
William Figueroa, 51, of Amsterdam passed away on Monday July 14th, 2025, at Albany Medical Center after months of battling multiple medical conditions. He was survived by his wife, Maria Lopez. William was born in The Bronx, New York on December 15th, 1973, the son of the late Monserrate Morales Figueroa and the late Julio Uriol Figueroa. He was the...
Deacon John O. Alston
2025
Albany- JOHN OTIS ALSTON, 73, passed away July 14, 2025. He was born December 18, 1951, in Charleston, South Carolina to the late Ms. Priscilla Nicks and Mr. William Scott.
John moved to New York in the early 70’s and completed his education in the Brooklyn school system. After realizing that for a long time he needed to overcome many issues...
Michael N. Fields
Jul 14, 2025
Michael N. Fields, 91, went home with the Lord on Monday, July 14, 2025.
Michael proudly served in the United States Army. He worked as an ultrasonic technician for Allegheny Ludlum Specialty Steel for 44 years. Michael was an avid deer and turkey hunter, he was a member of Bailey Mountain Fish and Game club, and he was a NYS certified...
JoAnne LaBarge
Jul 14, 2025
SCHENECTADY- JoAnne LaBarge, age 82, passed away peacefully at home on July 14, 2025.
She is survived by her husband, Paul Mitchell; daughters: DeAnna (Arthur) Moon and Andrea (David) Donofrio; grandchildren: Christine Williams, Kyle (Felishia) Williams, Jessica Tope, Allison George and Emily George; and great grandson, Brian Williams.
She was predeceased by her daughter, Renee Cozzi.
All services will be private at the...
Derrick W. Brown
Jul 13, 2025
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day and not to me only, but unto all all them also that love his appearing"
Minister Derrick "Dee" Brown was born May...
Jerome Thomas
Jul 13, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jerome J. Thomas, on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 92 years. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. Born December 11, 1932, in Yonkers, New York, Jerome was the son of the late Joseph L. and Julia Fitzpatrick Thomas.
Jerome was a graduate of Carmel,...
Carol Mary Hebert
Jul 13, 2025
Carol Mary Hebert, 73 of Watervliet, New York passed away peacefully on Sunday July 13, 2025 after a one year battle with cancer, surrounded by her family at The Eddy Heritage House in Troy, New York.
Born on February 1st, 1952 in Troy, New York, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Margaret Hebert of Watervliet, NY.
Carol attended Watervliet...
Lena Liguori
Jul 13, 2025
Guilderland- Lena “Gigi” Liguori, 91, passed away on July 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Lena was born in Brooklyn, New York to the late Joseph and Jean DiGangi. She later moved to Long Island before settling in Albany in 1972. She retired from the New York State Department of Labor in 1995.
Lena had a wonderful childhood with her...
Charles G. Furmanek
Jul 12, 2025
Charles G. Furmanek, 83, passed away on July 12, 2025 at the Albany V.A. Medical Center.
Born on August 11, 1941, in Catskill, NY, he was the son to the late Charles and Helen Furmanek.
Charles enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1960, and served Active Duty from 1964 to 1967. He retired from the Watervliet Arsenal and the Army National Guard...
