Obituaries

Elaine Ingram

Elaine Ingram

2026

Elaine Marie (Robinson) Ingram, 91, passed away peacefully in Albany, NY on Monday, July 27, 2026.

Elaine was born in Olean, NY. Her mother passed away when she was four, and after her father remarried, she lived with her eight step and half siblings while spending part of her youth on her grandparents’ rural farm.

She went to college and was already...

William L. Lyman

William L. Lyman

Jul 27, 2026

William Lyman, born on September 29, 1943, passed away on July 27, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, laughter, hard work, and unforgettable memories.

Bill was the beloved husband of Carmella Lyman, with whom he shared many happy years of marriage. Together they built a family that meant everything to him. He was a loving father to Michelle Lyman, Scott...

Anthony A. Campione

Anthony A. Campione

Jul 27, 2026

Anthony (aka Tony) crossed the finish line of his human race. He entered this world on a snowy Ides of March, 1944 by and through the profound love shared by Salvatore (Sam the Barber) and Elizabeth (Bess née Watson) Campione, his much revered Mom and Dad.

Known by many as one of the region’s greatest overthinkers and a consummate worrywart, rather...

Jeffrey Coon

Jeffrey Coon

Jul 26, 2026

Jeffrey L. Coon, 58, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at Albany Medical Center.

Jeffrey was the son of Harold Coon and the late Saundra Coon.

He was a painter most of his life.

In addition to his father, Jeffrey is survived by his son Jeffrey Beaulieu, siblings David Coon (Lori), Terri Poulter (David) and Pam Tomaso (Dominic).

Services will be private. 

Florence W. Goncerz

Florence W. Goncerz

Jul 26, 2026

SCHENECTADY – Florence W. Goncerz, 99, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 26, 2026.

She was born in Amsterdam, NY on June 1, 1927.

At the age of 7 her family emigrated to Poland. Many years later, after meeting the love of her life, Bruno, they married and returned to the United States in 1962 and settled in Schenectady.

She was a longtime...

Jean D. Koehler

Jean D. Koehler

Jul 26, 2026

Jean D. Koehler, 99, wife of the late Robert F. Koehler of Albany, New York, passed away peacefully July 26, 2026, at the Eddy Geriatric Center.

Born August 27, 1926, in Albany, New York, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Diamante DeMizio of Albany, New York.

Jean attended Albany High School. Jeans first job out of school was the...

David A. Bouchard

David A. Bouchard

Jul 26, 2026

SARATOGA SPRINGS - David A. Bouchard of Saratoga Springs, passed away on July 26, 2026. He was born on June 7, 1958 in Cohoes to the late Marcel and Janet (Kustrowski) Bouchard.

Dave graduated Cohoes High School in 1976 and joined the apprenticeship program of the Pipefitters & Steamfitters UA Local 7 Albany, where he graduated as a Journeymen and worked...

Patsy S. Papasodero

Patsy S. Papasodero

2026

Patsy “Pat” Papasodero, 94, of Schenectady, New York, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, July 25, 2026.

A lifelong resident of Schenectady, New York, Pat was born in 1932, the son of the late Nicola and Rose Papasodero. After graduating from Nott Terrace High School, he proudly served in the United States Navy from 1951 to 1954 before being...

Carol A. Peterson

Carol A. Peterson

Jul 25, 2026

Albany/Troy

Carol Peterson, age 72, of Albany, New York passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026. Carol is the daughter of the late, Roy and Josephine Peterson.

Carol was a avid equestrian and lover of animals, especially her cats and her beloved Sassy. She was part of the Muchachos as a color-guard member and the Avante Garde. Carol loved life and took...

James R. Essman

James R. Essman

Jul 24, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of James R. "Jimbo" Essman, 57, on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, New York. He passed away with his loving family by his side.Born in 1968 in Syracuse, New York, James was the son of Elizabeth Essman and the late Raymond Essman....

Robert J. Fluty Jr.

Robert J. Fluty Jr.

Jul 23, 2026

Robert Joseph Fluty, 62, of Schenectady NY passed away on July 25, 2026 at Albany Medical Center. He was born in Schenectady to Robert Fluty Sr, and the late Diane Laflin.

Robert was known for his witty sense of humor and laughter, his gift for conversation, and most importantly his generosity. He was a lover of cats (especially his Chubby!), and...

Fay W. Richardson III

Fay W. Richardson III

2026

COLONIE — Fay “Little Fay” W. Richardson III, 57, born in Oswego, N.Y. to Connie and Fay W. Richardson II, passed away at his home on July 22, 2026. Fay grew up and spent the majority of his life in Colonie, where he built long-lasting relationships with pretty much anyone he ever met. 

Fay had a lifelong love of basketball. He...

Marion F. Michele

Marion F. Michele

Jul 22, 2026

VOORHEESVILLE – Marion “Mimi” Michele, 92, a true daughter of the Capital Region and a woman of remarkable spirit, determination, and compassion, passed away on July 22, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, lifelong learning, and a large, vibrant family.

Born in Albany in 1934 to the late Edward and Lavantia Patterson, Mimi spent much of her life in...

Janet G. Valentino

Janet G. Valentino

Jul 22, 2026

Janet G. Valentino, 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at The Troy Victorian Nursing Home with her loving family by her side. Janet was the daughter of the late Arthur and Mildred (Finkle) Bisner. She was the devoted wife to the late Rudolph J. Valentino. They were married 35 years.

She loved dancing, enjoyed spending time with her...

Mary E. Hotaling

Mary E. Hotaling

Jul 21, 2026

Mary E. Hotaling, 81, passed away on July 21, 2026 in her home surrounded by family.

She was the daughter of the late Robert and Charlene Bleichert, and the wife of the late John Hotaling.

Mary worked as a housekeeper for many years before retiring. She loved baking, cooking, and gardening. She also enjoyed listening to oldies music, Christmas, and above all,...

Roslyn Coaxum

Roslyn Coaxum

2026

Albany- Roslyn Coaxum was born on August 18, 1941, at Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, to Walter Ambrose Jackson and Ruth E. Jackson, both proud natives of Jamaica. Her father worked as a train porter, and her mother was a teacher in Columbus, Ohio.

As a young child, Roslyn spent several cherished years living with her beloved grandmother, Julia...

Donald Barlow Stauffer

Donald Barlow Stauffer

2026

Albany- Donald Barlow Stauffer, of Albany, NY, died peacefully on July 21, 2026, in the loving company of his family. Born in 1930 in East Orange, NJ, the son of Frederick Stauffer and Elizabeth Barlow, Donald received a B.A. with distinction from Wesleyan University and an M.A. and a Ph.D. from Indiana University. 

During the Korean conflict he served with the...

Ruth Knapp

Ruth Knapp

2026

Ruth Knapp, 86, wife of the late Gerald “Chickie” Knapp of Albany, entered the Kingdom of God and was surrounded by love on Monday, July 20, 2026, at St. Peter’s Hospital after a brief illness.

Born at home on September 23, 1939, in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Angelo and Roberta Palumbi Rossi.

Ruth graduated from Phillip Schuyler High...

Amy E. Dinn

Amy E. Dinn

Jul 20, 2026

Amy Ellis Dinn passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026. She was born and raised in Plattsburgh, NY until her family moved to Troy, NY in 1985. She was a graduate of Catholic Central High School, LeMoyne College and Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy. She was employed by the New York Conference of Mayors after graduate school and later...

Joseph S. Ferrandino

Joseph S. Ferrandino

Jul 19, 2026

Troy

Joseph S. Ferrandino, 56, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at Albany Medical Center with his loving family by his side.

Joseph was the son of Dominick Ferrandino and Christine Austin-Bell. He was the devoted husband of over 38 years to Patricia (Burke) Ferrandino.

Joseph worked for the City of Albany for 18 years as a laborer with the Department of...

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