Deborah L. Navarretta
2025
Debbie Navarretta (Ricci) 63, sadly passed away at home on Friday October 10th 2025.
Born April 9th, 1962 in Cohoes Ny to the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph and Sandy (Warner) Ricci.
Debbie was always known to be a bright ball of energy. She was passionate in everything she put her heart in to. She was a graduate of Shenendehowa High School....
Kathy A. Horton
Oct 10, 2025
Corinth - Kathy A. Horton of Corinth, N.Y., age 60. Born on October 14, 1964. Our dear Kathy passed away after a brief illness, at Albany Medical Center, on Friday, October 10, 2025. She passed peacefully, surrounded by family.
She was dealt a challenging hand at birth, being born profoundly deaf. However, instead of letting her disability hold her back, she...
Brian A. Garrity, Sr.
Oct 10, 2025
Brian A. Garrity, Sr., 47, Spouse of Amanda L. Brand, Latham NY passed on from this life on October 10, 2025 at Albany Medical Center. His departure took place in a quiet room with his favorite music playing and his spouse at his side.
He was born on December 16, 1977 at Albany Medical Center to Virginia (Kimmy) Belanger-Garrity.
Brian accomplished many...
Edmund H. Hanley
2025
GUILDERLAND – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Edmund “Ed” H. Hanley on Friday, October 10, 2025, at the age of 91 just a few weeks short of his 92nd birthday.
Ed was born in Albany, NY and was the son of the late James and Catherine Hanley.
Ed was a resident of Church Road for the...
Georgia M. Young
Oct 9, 2025
Georgia Mary DePersia Giering Young was born July 31, 1941 to George and Phyllis (D’Amelia) DePersia in Albany, NY. She grew up in the Catholic faith and was a member of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, attending Cathedral Academy, Cardinal McCloskey High School and The College of Saint Rose.
She is predeceased by her husband, Francis Giering, and her husband,...
Elizabeth M. Palmer
2025
Rensselaer -Elizabeth M. Palmer, 49, passed away in her home in Rensselaer on October 9, 2025, after battling metastatic breast cancer for the past 22, months. Elizabeth affectionately known as “ Biz” to everyone who knew her. She was born on March 7, 1976 in Greenville NY, the youngest of five siblings. Biz was the beloved daughter of Joseph and...
Fred W. Baugh
Oct 9, 2025
Colonie- Fred W. Baugh, beloved father, grandfather, and proud World War II veteran, passed away peacefully at home on October 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 100 years old. Fred is predeceased by his loving wife of 52 years, Corinne R. (Mulvaney) Baugh.
Fred served honorably in the United States Navy as a Fireman Second Class during World...
Pauline J. Philipson
Oct 8, 2025
ALBANY, NY - Pauline “Polly” Janet Philipson (nee Hunt), born July 24, 1947, in Albany, NY, went home to be with the Lord on October 8, 2025. Pauline’s life was a reflection of love, compassion, and an unwavering faith in God. She will be remembered for her gentle spirit and generous heart.
After earning her GED, Pauline completed certification in office...
Tom Carter Jr.
Oct 7, 2025
Our Earth Angel, Tom Carter Jr., went home on, October 7, 2025.
Tom was born in Birmingham Alabama Historic Rosedale Section to Amanda Mae Anderson Williams Carter and William (Tom) Carter Sr. As an Teenager Tom left the Segregated South in search of a better life. Always one to never allow things to detour him, when things didn’t workout in Ohio,...
Lisa Marie VanBramer
2025
Lisa Marie Colombe VanBramer was born on June 14, 1956 to Leo and Beata (Pivacek) Colombe in Schenectady, NY. She grew up in the Catholic faith and was an active member of both St. Anthony's and St. John the Evangelist's Parish. She was the oldest of two sisters. Lisa attended St. Anthony's School prior to attending Linton High School (Class...
Thomas Zarzycki
2025
Thomas Zarzycki, 86, passed away October 7. 2025 at Ellis Hospital. He was born on September 7, 1939, to the late Casmier and Frances Zarzycki.
He will be remembered as a loving father, a devoted brother, uncle, cousin, neighbor and friend. Tom had a deep love for the outdoors and spent his life hunting, fishing, camping and traveling - always with...
Gail P. Parker
Oct 6, 2025
Gail P. Parker, 75, daughter to the late Leroy and Dorothy Johnson, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 6, 2025.
Born in Albany, Gail was a life long resident of the Capital District. Following her high school graduation, Gail decided to start working within Albany. More specifically at Albany County Nursing Home, where she would help prep and put together meals...
Roberta Lee Nicolau
Oct 6, 2025
Roberta "Bobbie" Lee Nicolau
October 23, 1946 – October 6, 2025
Roberta "Bobbie" Lee Nicolau ,78, a profoundly devoted mother, grandmother, and beautiful soul, entered into eternal rest on October 6, 2025.
Bobbie was the dedicated wife of the late Edward "Nick" Nicolau, who served as the Property Manager for Riverside Village in Leominster, MA, for over 33 years. Bobbie worked tirelessly alongside...
Joan M. Bianchine
Oct 6, 2025
Joan Bianchine, 94, of Albany, NY, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving granddaughter, Lauryn and daughter, Susan, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Joan lived a beautiful life grounded in love, strength, and faith. She was a devoted mother of six, Mima to thirteen grandchildren and thirty-six great grandchildren that brought her immense pride and joy.
Joan’s...
John "Jack" H. Smith
Oct 6, 2025
John “Jack” H. Smith, 78, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025.
Jack grew up in Port Schuyler, Watervliet, right next to Red’s Field. He loved to tell stories of growing up in a time when you could bring your hunting dog and shotgun to school—leaving the gun with the principal—so you could go hunting on your way home.
After high school,...
Roy E. Neville
Oct 4, 2025
Roy E. Neville, 93, passed away peacefully at home on October 4, 2025.
He was born in Baldwin, NY, where he grew up with his older brother, Charles.
Roy was very athletic and loved sports of every kind, especially baseball, and played minor league baseball for the Brooklyn Dodgers. He loved traveling, hiking in the Adirondacks, as well as the White Mountains...
Thomas C. Franklin
Oct 4, 2025
Thomas C. Franklin, best known as Tommy, transitioned from this mortal life to eternal life on Saturday, October 4, 2025. Tommy was the son of the late Willie and Janie Franklin. Not only was he a beloved member of his family, but by his co-workers as well and a true joy to all who knew him.
Tommy graduated from Troy High...
Daniel J. O'Connell II
Oct 4, 2025
Daniel J. O'Connell II, 69, of Schenectady, passed away on October 4, 2025 at Albany Medical Center.
He was born on August 19, 1956 to the late Daniel and Anita (Dillon) O'Connell in Troy, NY.
Daniel loved to travel, especially to Myrtle Beach and to his camp on Caroga Lake where he enjoyed times with his family. He had a passion for...
Carol Ruth Guilz
2025
Altamont - Carol Ruth Guilz (Bradt) passed away peacefully at home with her family on October 4, 2025. Carol was the daughter of the late Edwin and Dorothy Bradt (Mattice) formerly of Altamont. Carol, husband Richard, and their children moved to East Berne in 1971. Carol grew up in Sloansville, NY, and met Richard there. They were high school sweethearts...
Catherine Sasso
Oct 4, 2025
Catherine (Czwakiel) Sasso, 93, passed away peacefully at Teresian House on Saturday, October 4, 2025 after a 6-year journey with dementia. She was the daughter of the late Elizabeth and Frank Czwakiel. Up until the end, Catherine maintained her kindness, compassion, love of family and friends, and especially her sassiness that will be missed at Teresian House. She had boundless...
