Joseph W. Pelkey
Mar 17, 2024
GREENWICH - Joseph W. Pelkey, 79, passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at his home. Joseph was born on June 15, 1944 in Portsmouth, NH and was the son of the late Alice Pelkey Scott (the late Scotty) and William Bocchi. He served proudly in the Marine Corps. from 1961 to 1966. He worked for BOCES for over 30...
Paul C. Petrocelli
Mar 17, 2024
Paul C. Petrocelli, 59, of Albany, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2024, at New York-Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center in NYC, surrounded by beloved family and friends, after a long illness. Paul was born on July 30, 1964, in Albany, New York, son of the late Domenick and Faith Petrocelli. Paul attended the School for the Deaf in Rome,...
Joseph V. Pennisi
Mar 16, 2024
Troy - Joseph V. Pennisi, 87, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Saturday, March 16, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Troy, he was the son of the late Joseph and Josephine (Privitera) Pennisi. Joe is survived by his wife of nearly 58 years, Carol (Naberezny) Pennisi. In addition to his wife, Joe is survived by...
Rosemary A. Bielawa
Mar 15, 2024
Green Island - Rosemary (Rose) Bielawa (Falasco), 93, passed away on the morning of March 15, 2024, surrounded by her family.She was loved and cared for by her family as she prepared for and made the journey to the next world. There are no words to express the love she had for her family. During her last days, she spoke...
Karl Tygert
Mar 14, 2024
SCHENECTADY- Karl Tygert, age 63, passed away due to complications of pancreatitis on March 14, 2024. He was a self-employed painter for many years, inheriting the business from his father Robert. He is survived by his two children: Sarah and Matthew.All services will be private at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in Karl's memory may be made to...
Yvonne Bernice Sozek
Mar 14, 2024
Schenectady - Yvonne B. (Prunier) Sozek, age 72, of Schenectady, NY, passed away peacefully on Thursday at Ellis Hospital after a brief illness. She was the loving wife of John S. Sozek, her husband of 47 years, and the loving mother of Jonathan E. Sozek of New Haven, CT. She is also survived by her brothers-in-law, Thomas and James Sozek...
Sandra J. Briger
Mar 14, 2024
Sandra J. Briger November 25, 1953 – March 14th, 2024It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Sandra J. Briger on March 14, 2024 at Samaritan Hospital after a brief illness.Sandy was raised in Newtonville and is a graduate of Shaker High School. Living in Latham most of her life, she worked various jobs ranging from retail...
Jeremy J. Van Vorst
Mar 14, 2024
Jeremy J. Van Vorst, 26, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at his home with his loving family by his side. Jeremy was the son of Adam Van Vorst and Tonia (Fink) Van Vorst. He worked for Fed Ex. through out the years in Rensselaer, NYJeremy enjoyed working on cars, loved spending time outdoors, fishing, hiking and hunting. He...
Ronald G. Burris
Mar 14, 2024
EAST GREENBUSH - Ronald G. Burris passed away peacefully at home on March 14, 2024. Ron was born on February 22, 1939 in Plattsburgh, NY— the son of Albert Burris and Pearl Charbonneau. Ron is survived by his wife and love of his life, Ann Vaillancourt. They shared sixty-five wonderful years of marriage. Ron is also survived by his sister-Jan...
Luis Azoia
Mar 14, 2024
NISKAYUNA – Luis Azoia, 87, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2024 at his home with his family by his side.He was born in Lisbon, Portugal on June 7, 1936 a son of the late Manuel and Maria (Casemiro) Azoia. He came to the United States in 1966 and worked for Bellevue Dairy in Schenectady. In the following years, Luis managed...
Patricia A. Chase
Mar 13, 2024
Patricia "Pat" Chase 80, On Wednesday March 13, 2024, entered Heaven. Her love and dedication to her family will forever inspire all she left behind.Predeceased by her parents Earl and Mary Sebast, sister Shirley Sebast, father and mother in-law Bing and Elaine Chase, brother in-laws Donald Masick and John Grosso and her beloved pets Rolo and Chipper. Pat is survived...
Christina Anne Baker
Mar 12, 2024
Town of East Berne- Christina Anne Baker, 74, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Margaret and Joseph Welsh Sr. Christina is predeceased by her husband Michael D. Baker Sr. Christina was a proud member of the Ladies Auxiliary for the East Berne Fire Department. Christina was a social...
Elnora I. Kirby
Mar 12, 2024
Elnora Isaac Kirby of Guilderland, NY, 83, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Born in Bamburg, SC and was the daughter of the late Julia Lee Isaac-Wise-Islar. She was also predeceased by her husband of 40 years, James David Kirby; brothers, Joe Louis Wise and Norman Wise; her sisters, Helen O'Neil and Bettye Rogers. After graduating from...
Virginia M. Leary
Mar 11, 2024
COLONIE – Virginia (Virg) M. Leary, 89, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 11, 2024.She was born in Albany on January 10, 1935, a daughter of the late Walter "Bill" Ernst and Marion Rose (Lennon) Schaller. She graduated from Vincentian Institute.Virg and her husband Ned operated for many years, and then eventually closed, Schaller's Market in Albany. Virg continued working...
Marc D. Genovesi
Mar 11, 2024
Latham - Marc D. Genovesi of Latham, 52, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2024. Born September 8, 1971, in Albany, NY, he was the beloved son of Mary Carcia Genovesi and Philip S. Genovesi, also of Latham.Marc was a kind and gentle spirit who will always be remembered for his sense of humor and generosity. When Marc entered a...
Delores Elaine Miller
Mar 11, 2024
On Monday, March 11, 2024, the Angel of the Lord felt it befitting to escort to His heavenly home, Delores Elaine Miller, as she passed away peacefully at Samaritan Hospital in Troy, New York.Delores E. Miller affectionately known as "Bay" or "Mother Miller" was born on September 19, 1936, in Yonkers, NY to the late Samuel and Felisha Weaver Johnson....
Anthony Macarelli
Mar 10, 2024
CLIFTON PARK - Anthony Macarelli, 78, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 10,2024 at Samaritan Hospital in Troy, surrounded by his family. Anthony was born on June 13,1945 in Catskill, NY, the son of the late Vincent and Mary (Miller) Macarelli. He graduated from St. Patrick's High School and served in the National Guard before beginning his career as a...
David A. Mineau
Mar 10, 2024
Schaghticoke- David A. Mineau, 60, passed away on March 10, 2024. Born in Albany, on May 24, 1963 he was the son of the late Normand P. Mineau and Joanne (Labarge) Mineau of Pittsfield, MA. David is survived by his wife Patricia (Cardenas) Mineau. They married on the 14th of August 2017.David attended Ravena Coeymans Selkirk Central High School in...
Lynn F Bellinger Iii
Mar 9, 2024
Lynn F Bellinger III passed away suddenly on March 9, 2024 at the age of 58. He was born July 25th, 1965 in Albany, New York.He was an easy-going person with the utmost integrity and compassion. He had an incredible sense of humor, and immense loyalty, selflessness, and generosity. He was an extremely skilled auto technician, and extraordinary father. Some...
Carl D. Olsen
Mar 9, 2024
COLONIE - Carl D. Olsen, 69, of Colonie passed away on March 9, 2024He was born in Albany on May 21, 1954 a son of the late Carl and Joan (Wigg) Olsen.He worked for many years as a driver for Buzzy Taxi in Albany.Carl was affectionately known as "Grandpa", but he wasn't just a grandpa to the grandchildren of his...