Willliam Duell
Oct 20, 2026
December 16, 1960 – October 20, 2026
Glenmont, New York — William John Duell (Bill), 65, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2026.
Born on December 16, 1960, to the late Hubert Duell and Ruth Francis Riley, Bill grew up in North Albany. He dedicated 30 years of service to the Albany Water Filtration Plant, where he worked as an Assistant Chief...
James "Mitch" Mitchell
Oct 18, 2026
WEST ALBANY- James “Mitch” Mitchell passed away on October 18, 2026, surrounded by his family.
James was born on April 21, 1957 to William and Madalen Mitchell. He was a lifelong resident of West Albany and a 1975 Colonie Central High School graduate.
Mitch proudly devoted a large part of his life to the West Albany Fire Department. He held many civil...
Carol E Olsen
Oct 16, 2026
Carol E. Olsen
May 1, 1941 ~ October 16, 2026
Schenectady, NY
Carol E. Olsen, 85, of Schenectady, joined the Lord on October 16, 2026, at the Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Scotia, NY.Carol was born on May 1, 1941, in Schenectady, NY, the daughter of the late Chester and Jane (Chmielewski) Jazebowski. She was the former owner and operator of...
Margaret Polaro
Oct 16, 2026
Margaret Polaro, 79, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 16, 2026, with her loving family by her side.
Born in Albany on May 6, 1947, Margaret was the daughter of the late Charles and Josephine (Nati) Burometto. She graduated from South Colonie High School and went on to attend cosmetology school. Upon completing her studies, she worked for several years at...
Daniel C. Joos
Oct 15, 2026
Daniel Charles Joos, 72, passed away on October 15, 2026, following a brief illness.
Dan was born on September 5, 1954, at Brady Maternity Hospital, in Albany, N.Y., to Daniel Charles Joos Sr. and Beverly Jean Broderick. After moving from North Albany, he became a lifelong resident of Latham, where he grew up, raised his family, & built a life surrounded...
Michael W. Amell
Oct 15, 2026
It is with great sadness and sorrow that the family of Michael Amell of Rotterdam, NY announce his sudden passing from heart failure on Thursday, October 15th at the age of 70.
Our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, companion and friend was a devoted, loyal and hardworking man – generous with his time, support, and kindness. Michael loved being a grandfather...
Richard A. Malchow
Oct 14, 2026
Cohoes- Richard "Dick" Alan Malchow, 85, of Cohoes, New York, returned to heaven peacefully on the evening of October 14th, 2026. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Richard was the beloved son of the late George Malchow and Claire Malchow, and the devoted husband to Karen Gebhardt Malchow, with whom he shared 61 years of marriage. In addition to his parents, Richard...
William Sammons
Oct 14, 2026
Albany- William R. Sammons , 83, passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at home with his loving family by his side.
Born in Albany he was the son of the late William J. Sammons and Queenie Sammons.
A mechanic by trade, he was a true jack of all trades and he had a passion for electronics. William was also a lifelong Nascar...
Anthony "Tony" J. Michna
2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anthony “Tony” J. Michna on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Tony was affectionately known as Tiger by close family members, something that began when he was a child due to his love of Frosted Flakes.
Tony was born in Albany, in August 1953, to the late Anthony John Michna and Stefania...
Joan Anne Yanni Dunn
Oct 14, 2026
LOUDONVILLE – Joan Anne Yanni Dunn, 88, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2026 at Shaker Place in Latham, NY.
Born in North Albany, New York on April 2, 1938, Joan was the daughter of Joseph Bruno Yanni and Althea (Dyer) Yanni. She was the middle of six children and graduated from Cathedral Academy in 1956. Following her graduation, Joan worked...
Joan Marie Sheldon
Oct 13, 2026
Joan Marie Sheldon of Albany, New York, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026. She was a beloved sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. Joan was born on August 13, 1938, in Chatham, New York to the late Robert Wesley and Dorothy Louise Sheldon. Joan found her greatest joy in her family and her faith as a devoted member of Bethany...
Patrice C. Britton
2026
In Loving Memory of Patrice C. Britton
Patrice C. Britton, 69, passed away on October 13, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a family who will forever hold her close in their hearts.
Born in Easton, Pennsylvania, Patrice was the daughter of the late Eloise Galimore and William Burke.
Patrice was a charismatic and outgoing woman whose personality could brighten...
Mary Lee Pompilio
2026
Mary Lee, 77, passed away at home on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. She was born in Schenectady, New York, on July 7, 1949, to Nicholas and Mary Lanaro. Mary Lee graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1967, followed by her completing beauty school and working St. Clares’ medical records department.
Mary Lee was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and...
Daniel "Tom" Whitwell
2026
Daniel “Tom” Whitwell, 87, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026.
Born in 1938, in Troy, New York, to the late Roy and Anna Whitwell.
He retired from the state of New York and also built a career as an entrepreneur, serving as CEO of several businesses. He was also a certified New York State Article 19-A Certified Examiner.
Most of all, Tom...
Salvatore LeMorta
Oct 12, 2026
Glenville
Salvatore LeMorta, 66 passed away peacefully on Monday, October 12, 2026 , surrounded by his loving family. Sal was born on May 26, 1960, son of Carmen LeMorta and Evelyn LeMorta Berg. He was a lifelong resident of Colonie, and graduated from Colonie Central High School.
Sal worked as a life long truck driver, winning driver of the year in 2005....
Richard Anthony Rupsis
2026
Ballston Lake — Richard A. Rupsis, 81, passed away on October 11, 2026. He was born in Schenectady, New York, to the late Anthony and Helen Rupsis.
Richard attended Linton High School and Christian Brothers Academy (CBA) before graduating from Union College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science.
Richard began his career as a pressman at the Schenectady Gazette...
James C. Plumadore, Jr.
Oct 11, 2026
James C Plumadore Jr, 58 Schenectady, NY passed away on October 11,2026 at Albany Medical Center Hospital surrounded by his family.
He was born in Troy on December 15, 1967 to James C and Jean (Hillebrant) Plumadore, Sr.
James graduated from Linton High School in Schenectady. He attended Schenectady County Community College where he studied music. James shared his love of music...
Sandra L. Curcurito
Oct 11, 2026
Sandra L. Curcurito, passed away at home on October 11, 2026, at the age of 80.
Born on November 6, 1945, in Anniston, Alabama, the daughter of Earl and Mary Thrasher Phillips. Sandra had many jobs in her lifetime, including a Medical Secretary, Dental Receptionist and Dental Assistant, Administrative Assistant and Administrative Assistant in Albany Finical Group. Sandra will be remembered...
William A. Lasak "Mr. Bill"
Oct 10, 2026
Bradenton, Florida — William A. Lasak, affectionately known as ‘Mr. Bill’, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026, at Tampa General Hospital.
Born in Niskayuna, New York, Bill spent most of his life in Guilderland before recently making the move to Bradenton, Florida, where he enjoyed what he had long looked forward to — sunshine, beautiful surroundings, and time spent close...
