Obituaries
Florence A. Ruffinen
2025
Florence Ruffinen, 81, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025, at St. Peter’s Hospital. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, Florence will be remembered for her warmth, laughter, and love of life.
Florence was the devoted wife of 64 years to her loving husband, Ronald Ruffinen. She is survived by her cherished daughter Rhonda Morgia (Adam); her adored...
Lynn Marie Anthony
2025
Lynn Marie Anthony (née Robinson, formerly Barcomb and Hughes)
September 17, 1959 – October 17, 2025
Lynn Marie Anthony, 66, of Clifton Park, New York, passed away peacefully at home on October 17, 2025.
She retired from the SUNY Plattsburgh Branch Campus in Queensbury, New York, where she served as Secretary to the Dean. Lynn was known for her warmth, kindness, and devotion...
Brian D. Hockenberger
Oct 17, 2025
Brian David Hockenberger, 52, passed away unexpectedly on October 17, 2025.
Brian was born in Canton, OH, on August 25, 1973. He joined the army at the age of 18 and worked as a mechanic. He was also the guidon bearer for his platoon. He was very proud of his service to his country. Brian applied what he learned in the...
Ruthlyn V. Watt
2025
Mrs. Ruthlyn Violet Watt passed away peacefully at home after a long battle with Dementia.
She was originally born in Roseau Dominica on March 18th 1937 but lived most of her life in Antigua where she married her late Husband Edgar Watt and had her children. She was a wonderful wife, Mother, sister, aunt grandmother, great grandmother and friend.
To know Ruthlyn,...
Thomas D. Barrera
Oct 16, 2025
Thomas Barrera, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at the age of 75 in Lorida, Florida, where he made his home in recent years. He was born in Amsterdam, New York on January 31st 1950 and was the son of the late Carlos Barrera and Sylvia Politano. Tom grew up in...
Stephen Tillson
Oct 16, 2025
Stephen Evans Tillson (1947 to 2025)It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Stephen Evans Tillson. He passed away at home on October 16, 2025.Stephen was born in Toledo, Ohio, to Robert and Florence Tillson. He graduated from Burnt Hills-Ballston Spa High School and earned his degree from the College of Fine and Applied Arts at the...
Harriet E. Williams
Oct 16, 2025
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Customer service representatives the world over breathed a collective sigh of relief on the evening of October 16, 2025 when Harriet Williams, 89, set off for the great garage sale in the sky.
Born Harriet Elizabeth Gordon on August 17, 1936 to Martin and Catherine Gordon, Harriet lived her early years in Troy as many children did at...
Natalya Chajon
Oct 16, 2025
Natalya Danielle Chajon, born on December 19, 2007, in Albany, NY was sent to her eternal home on October 16, 2025. She was the beloved twin sister to Miguel Chajon, with whom she shared a special and unbreakable bond and daughter to Shirrie (Lumpkin) and Eddi Chajon.
Natalya was a shining light in the lives of all who had the pleasure...
Donald R. Fahd
Oct 15, 2025
Donald R. Fahd, 77, of Conway, SC, formerly of Albany, NY, passed away on Wednesday October 15, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Albany in 1948 a son of the late Joseph M. Fahd, Sr. and Doris (Berry) Fahd. He was raised in Albany and graduated from Albany High School Class of 1968.
Donald entered the U.S. Army...
James "Jim" Macy
Oct 15, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of James C. Macy, beloved husband, father and grandfather, after a brief illness. He passed away peacefully on October 15th, 2025 surrounded by his loving family..
Born in Cohoes, NY on May 2, 1952. Jim, devoted much of his working life to Macy's Light Delivery, working alongside his brother, Ray. Together,...
John "Jack" Frederick Haefeli, Jr.
Oct 14, 2025
John (Jack) Frederick Haefeli Jr, 97, husband of the late Beverly Ruth (Swift) Haefeli passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Van Rensselaer Manor in Troy NY.
Born June 7, 2028, in Queens, New York, he was the son of John Frederick Haefeli Sr. and Frances (Higgins) Haefeli, brother of Frank (Mary) Haefeli.
Jack attended Baldwin High School and then graduated from...
Martha G. Rapalo
Oct 14, 2025
Martha G. Sing- Rapalo, 83, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
Born in 1942 Honduras, she is the daughter to the late Felix and Victorina Sing.
She is survived by her three sons: Ivan Rapalo, Edwin Rapalo, and Luis (Nilda) Rapalo. As well as a host of family and friends whom she loved greatly.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday,...
Barbara L. Wolfe
Oct 13, 2025
Barbara Louise Wolfe (née LaForge), age 69 years and 339 days, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2025, at Albany Medical Center, while under hospice care, following a short illness.
Born on November 1, 1955, Barbara was the daughter of the late Robert Emerson LaForge and Catherine (née Krien) LaForge at Albany Hospital (now AMC), Barbara grew up in the Capital...
Claire Hanley
Oct 13, 2025
Claire Hanley passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025.
Born in Bergen County, New Jersey, in 1931, Claire was the daughter of the late Stephan K. and Anna T. Einreinhofer.
She attended Fairleigh Dickenson University (New Jersey campus), then was employed by the Curtis-Wright Corporation before moving to Albany, New York, in 1962. In Albany, Claire worked part time at the Machine...
Donna Marie Holly
Oct 13, 2025
Donna Marie Holly passed away peacefully at her home on October 13, 2025. Born in Albany, she was the beloved daughter of the late Mary Demilio.
Donna found great pride and purpose in her work as a Home Healthcare Aide with Community Hospice, where she brought compassion and comfort to those in need. Her caring nature and dedication touched the lives...
Madeline S. Laudato
2025
Madeline S. Laudato, 94, of Schenectady, NY, wife of the late Harold Laudato, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2025.
Born on February 4, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Alice (Maguire) Black.
Madeline—known lovingly as Maddy—was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Harold, her son Casey (2020),...
Martin A. Quackenbush
Oct 12, 2025
Schenectady- Martin A. Quackenbush, 74, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was the son of the late Hazlett and Margaret Quackenbush. Martin was the devoted husband to Linda S. Quackenbush. They were married 44 years.
Martin enlisted in the United States Navy where he served proudly as a...
Edward Schmidt
Oct 12, 2025
LATHAM - Edward Schmidt, 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Born and raised in the Bronx, Ed dedicated his career to public service as a civil engineer for New York State, where his hard work and commitment left a lasting impact on the state.
Ed was calm-natured and kind, with a steady...
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