Sep 23, 2023

Florence Ida Lind, 94 years of age, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Troy Center Nursing & Rehab.Florence's predeceased husband of 53 years, Robert (Bob) William Lind, was surely waiting with open arms to welcome Florence home. Florence was born to Carl John Bjork and Lillian Louise Ekstrom Bjork on August 14,...

Sep 23, 2023

Charles W Janosik, age 98, husband of the late Evelyn M. Behrens-Janosik of Summit, New York, passed away peacefully Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Shaker Place Residential Facility. Born September 4, 1925, in Brooklyn, New York, he was the son of the late Charles W and Margaret Rigely- Janosik. Charles Janosik attended school in Brooklyn, New York and then served...

Sep 23, 2023

Mary T. Poutre, 87, passed away on September 23, 2023 at St.Peter's Hospital. Mary was born in Albany New York, the daughter of the late Thomas Straney, a detective in the Albany Police Department and Anna (Louden), a homemaker. She met the love of her life Anthony in middle school and upon her graduation and Anthony's return from his tour...

Sep 22, 2023

Ronald Ames, 59, passed away on September 22, 2023 at Ellis Hospital. He was born in Albany to the late Carolyn Mertz. Ron worked at St. Catherine's Center for Children in Albany. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was loved by a lot of people. Ron is survived by his wife Kimberly, daughters Erica Maryea, Barbara Ames,...

Sep 21, 2023

COLONIE - Henry S.Skadra, 75, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, September 21, 2023.Henry was born on March 23, 1948 in Troy, NY and was the son of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Valachovic) Skadra. He worked as a Maintenance Foreman at the Latham Water District for the Town of Colonie for 35 years. Henry enjoyed Harley Davidson...

Sep 21, 2023

Theresa A. Lee, 85, passed away peacefully at her home in Clifton Park, NY. Theresa is predeceased by her parents Giovanni and Maria Romanelli and her beloved husband Paul L. Lee.Theresa was born in Sulmona, Italy, during one of the most tragic times of modern history WWII. Theresa and her family's story is that of courage, hope and tenacity. After...

Sep 21, 2023

Schenectady -Louis Anthony Pirro of Schenectady, NY, 70, passed away at home on September 21, 2023 after abrief illness. Lou was born June 13, 1953 the only son of Eugene A. and Madeline "Babe"(D'Amico) Pirro. A life-long resident of Schenectady County, Lou was a 1971 graduate ofMohonasen High School and used his skills as a mechanic and driver to build...

Sep 19, 2023

Andrew "Andy" Edward Zalatan, 57, of Schenectady passed away in his home on Sunday, September 17th 2023. Born October 4th, 1965 in Utica NY, he was the son of the late Edward and Barbara Zalatan. Andy attended TR Proctor High School in Utica followed by Herkimer County Community College where he received his Associate degree. Andrew worked at RSS before...

Sep 19, 2023

In Loving Memory of Charles E. Williams "Papa Chuck" June 6th, 1959 - September 19th, 2023It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Charles E. Williams.Our Papa - the man, the myth, the legend who peacefully crossed over on the morning of September 19th, 2023 with his children by his side. He leaves behind a...

Sep 19, 2023

Barbara "Dolly" VanBuren, 64, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at Saratoga Hospital with her loving family by her side. Barbara was the daughter of the late Melvin and Martha Lorraine Hart. Barbara was the devoted wife of over 40 years, to Bradford VanBuren. Barbara was a cherished wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed family gatherings, going camping...

Sep 18, 2023

Albany- John F. Narduzzo,75, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 18, 2023. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Narduzzo. John is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Marie Narduzzo. Over the years John worked various jobs but mainly for Pitney Bowes. Following his retirement, he went to work for Saturn. John...

Sep 18, 2023

Serena A (Steele)Trombley, 64, of Altamont, NY passed away peacefully on Monday afternoon, September 18, 2023, after a hard-fought battle with cancer in the arms of her loving husband Jeff, surrounded by friends considered family.Born in Colonie, NY on October 13, 1958, Serena was the daughter of the late Blaire and Rena Steele. She attended Colonie Central High School, where...

Sep 18, 2023

GUILDERLAND — Henry Richard "Dick" Koelling, 81, died peacefully in his sleep on the morning of September 18, 2023.A resident of Van Rensselaer Manor since 2018, he was born in New York City, grew up in Dunham Hollow, graduated from Virginia Tech (Master of Civil Engineering), moved to Watertown, N.Y., and eventually settled in Guilderland, where he resided with his...

Sep 17, 2023

Clifton Park- Anne Marie Sickinger, 76, passed away suddenly on Sunday, September 17, 2023 at her home. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Lillian Bissell. Anne was the devoted wife of William A. Sickinger. They were married 54 wonderful years. After graduating from Mildred Elley Business School, Anne went on to work as a Medical Billing Clerk,...

Sep 17, 2023

COLONIE-Bernice "Bernie" M. Callender, age 92, passed away on September 17, 2023 surrounded by family and friends. She was born in Sharon, CT, the daughter of the late Hans and Helen Maier. She was predeceased by her husband of 66 years, Robert G. Callender, Sr. in 2020. They have lived in the Village of Colonie since 1954.Early in her career,...

Sep 17, 2023

Albany - Christina (Tina) Galarneau passed away at her home on September 17, 2023, after a courageous 20 month battle with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Tina was born in February 1949 to the late Matthew and Viola Bologna. Tina was predeceased by her brother Mattey and her stepson Robert Galarneau and step granddaughter Alessia Galarneau. Tina is survived by her...

Sep 16, 2023

Schenectady-Thomas Knox Van Bergen, age 78, passed away surrounded by his loving wife and children, Saturday, September 16, 2023 at the V.A. Medical Center in Albany, New York.Thomas is the son of the late George I. Van Bergen and Josephine K. Van Bergen. He is survived by his beloved spouse, Clara A. Murphy-VanBergen; children Andrea (Cesar) Lopez, T'Quomas (Kellie) Van...

Sep 16, 2023

Clifton Park- Richard Brady Jr.,52, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Born in Albany, he was the son of Sandra and Richard Brady Sr. Richard worked as hard as he played. He started R&R Landscaping when he was sixteen with his brother Rob. He then worked with his father, Richard Sr., all of his life. He was his...

Sep 16, 2023

Sep 16, 2023

Colonie -Smith Ronald L., said "Toodeloo" on September 16, 2023 after a brief illness. He was born on June 2, 1945, in Albany, NY where he was born to the late Woollard and Lillian Smith. Ronald L. Smith was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Ronald went to Schuyler high school in Albany where he excelled at sports. He passed...