Nasim Masih
2026
Nasim Masih, 76, beloved widow of Hamid Masih and a loving, caring mother, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and community.
Nasim was born on January 14, 1950, in Pakistan, where she lived until 2017. She devoted her life to caring for her husband, children, and home. She also worked faithfully alongside her...
Virginia L. Gauthier
Jul 7, 2026
Virginia L. Gauthier passed away on July 7, 2026.
She is survived by her daughters, Doreen Ostrander (Lenny) and Annette Keech (Stephan); her brothers, Harold/Kuke, Michael, Christopher/Tiger and her sister, Rose. She is also survived by her grandchildren, great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at...
David Jeffrey Pelletier
2026
ALBANY — David Jeffrey Pelletier, 74, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026, at Teresian House Center for the Elderly.
Born on November 20, 1951, in Albany, New York, David was the son of the late Joseph John Pelletier and Camille Ruth (Osborn) Pelletier. He spent most of his life in the Albany area.
David worked in construction and was also employed...
Otto E. Ottenburgh, Jr.
Jul 6, 2026
Clemons/Watervliet - Otto E. Ottenburgh, Jr., 89, passed away Monday, July 6, 2026 with loving family by side. Otto was the son of the late Otto Ottenburgh, Sr. and Marion Ottenburgh. Otto was the devoted husband to Sandra Ottenburgh. They were married 54 years.
Otto was enjoyed fishing and boating. He looked forward to going to Stewarts every morning for coffee.
Otto...
Evelyn Adele Ives
2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Evelyn Adele Ives on July 5, 2026 in Schenectady, NY. She was born October 6, 1952, in Auburn, NY, and graduated from Mohonasen High School in 1970.
Evelyn is predeceased by her loving parents, Albert Ai Ives and Virginia Helen Nearing Ives. She is survived by sisters, Sharon Talmadge (Michael),...
Iris Taina Vazquez
Jul 5, 2026
In Loving Memory of Iris Vazquez
It is with a heavy heart of sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Iris T Vazquez.
Iris was truly one of a kind—a firecracker with a vibrant spirit who lived life with passion and authenticity. She had a bold personality that could light up any room, yet beneath that strength was a heart...
Patricia McDonald
Jul 4, 2026
Patricia Ann McDonald, 84, passed away peacefully at her home in Latham, NY on July 4th, 2026.
Patricia will be remembered as the kindest and most loving mother and grandmother. Her gentle spirit, compassion, and devotion to her family touched everyone who knew her. She created a legacy of love, kindness, and generosity that will live on through the generations she...
John Louis Dowdell Jr.
Jul 4, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Louis Dowdell, Jr., affectionately known as Louis, who left us unexpectedly on July 4, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on September 5, 1954, in Albany, New York, Louis was a man who dedicated his life to his family and those he loved.
Louis was the beloved son...
John J. Creech, Jr.
Jul 4, 2026
ROTTERDAM- John J. Creech Jr., age 79, passed away surrounded by family on July 4, 2026.
He was born in Troy, the son of the late John Sr. and Agnes Fitzgerald Creech. He was also predeceased by his brother Brien and his sister Helena Browe.
John graduated from Averill Park High School and earned two Associates degrees at Hudson Valley Community College....
Margaret "Peg" A. Deukmejian
Jul 4, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Margaret “Peg” (Kalmes) Deukmejian, 77, who went home to be with the lord on July 4, 2026, following a brief illness at St. Peter’s Hospital.
Born April 23,1949 to William and Margaret Kalmes, Peg spent most of her life in Menands, NY, graduating from Menands Union Free School District and...
Edward L. Wool Jr.
2026
Scotia - Edward L. Wool Jr. born March 6th, 1944, in Watertown, NY, passed away on July 3rd, 2026, at age 82. He was the son of Claudine (Lucas) Wool and Edward L. Wool, Sr.
Known primarily as a guitarist, his musical journey began at a very young age, learning the piano from his classically trained pianist mother. In school he...
Jean G. Betts
Jul 3, 2026
GUILDERLAND- Jean G. Betts, age 78, passed away peacefully at her residence on July 3, 2026.
Jean was born on October 7, 1947 in Brooklyn, N.Y., and was the daughter of the late Ephrem John and Mary Gilbert Frasso. She was predeceased by her sister Judy MacDermott, brothers: Robert Frasso of Hobbie, PA, John Frasso of Nescopeck, PA, and Gilbert Frasso...
Henry A. DeCotis
Jul 3, 2026
COLONIE- Henry Allen DeCotis, 77, passed away peacefully at home on July 3, 2026. Born on January 8, 1949, he was the son of the late Kathryn (Van decar) DeCotis and Frank DeCotis.
Henry grew up in Watervliet, New York and attended St Brigid’s school. He graduated from Christian Brothers Academy, Boston College and Albany Law School. He served the people...
Xantheppi "Sandra" Galanis
Jul 1, 2026
Xantheppi (Sandra) Galanis, 96, of Guilderland, NY, passed away peacefully at her home on July 1, 2026.
Born May 15, 1930, in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of the late Lazarus and Sevasty Moisides. Sandra was predeceased by her beloved husband, James Galanis.
She was also predeceased by her brother, Theodore Moisides, and son-in law George Kontakos.
Sandra is survived by her...
Ildra A. Morse
Jul 1, 2026
Ildra “Sis” (Ableman) Morse
Ildra “Sis” (Ableman) Morse, 94, of Albany, New York, died at home on July 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on November 21, 1931 to William L. Ableman and Ildra E. (Jones) Ableman. She lived through more than a third of our nation's history, witnessing remarkable changes in the world while...
Maria S. DeNitto
2026
Albany- Maria S. DeNitto passed away suddenly on July 1, 2026. Maria was born Maria Santa (Sandrina) Tirino in the town of Airola, located outside of Naples, Italy. Maria arrived in New York as a young girl in 1956, accompanied by her father, Pasquale Tirino, and her brothers, John and Tony; her mother, Elvira, had arrived 6 months earlier. The...
Jane M. Warren
Jun 30, 2026
Jane M. Warren, 83, of Colonie, New York passed away peacefully on June 30th, 2026. She was born on October 27th, 1942 in Albany to Thomas and Catherine Appio. She lived her childhood and adolescent life with her five loving sisters and went on to have a fulfilling career as a clerk for New York State.
She married the love of...
William C. Rogers
Jun 30, 2026
William C. Rogers, age 84, passed away unexpectedly on June 30, 2026.
He was born in Scotia, the son of the late Charles and Florence Rogers.
He loved watching Nascar and tennis, going fast on his motorcycle, drinking beer, being outside and living life on the edge.
William is survived by his daughters: Carrie Rogers-Jewett and Bernae Rogers and his grandchildren: Seth Jewett,...
Frederick Boyzer
Jun 30, 2026
Frederick F. Boyzer, 63, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
Born in Albany, New York, Frederick was the son of the late Frederick and Rita Mae Boyzer.
Frederick was a highly skilled master carpenter and painter whose exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail earned the respect of everyone who knew his work. He took great pride in creating and restoring beautiful...
