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David W. Keefe
Nov 10, 2022
David William Keefe, 93, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. David was born in Poolville, NY on July 9, 1929 to Frances and Donald Keefe. David was predeceased by his beloved wife, Virginia Ann, sister Mary Frances Keefe, brothers Donald J. Keefe, S.J., Richard Francis Keefe, and Charles Keefe. He is survived by his...
William F. McMillen
Nov 9, 2022
William (Billy) McMillen, age 81 of Glenmont New York passed away quietly at home on November 9th. Billy was born on Staten Island and lived there for his entire life until he retired and moved to Glenmont in 2003.Anyone who met Billy even briefly knew what a savant he was. A master, truly, of many trades, he could grain paint...
Dorothy R. Kelleher
Nov 5, 2022
Dorothy Rose Kelleher 92, passed peacefully at home surrounded by family on Saturday, November 5, 2022.Dorothy was the daughter of the late Michael and Helen Connors and was born in Schenectady where she spent her childhood. She graduated from Saint Columba’s High School and attended Mildred Elley secretarial school. She married the love of her life, William Kelleher, in 1951,...
Trish McGinn
Nov 5, 2022
Patricia A. McGinn “Trish”, 61, passed away on Saturday, November 5, 2022 after a brief illness.Trish was born March 27, 1961 in Newburgh and raised in Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY, the daughter of the late James and Margaret (Muldoon) Scully. She graduated from SUNY New Paltz in 1983 and enjoyed a lengthy career in public service, working for Albany Co. Crime Victims...
Paula A. Wilcox
Nov 5, 2022
Delmar – Paula A. WilcoxPaula A. Wilcox, age 74, passed away suddenly at her residence, Saturday, November 5, 2022. Born, raised and educated in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Nelson and Jane (Nitscke) Dunster.Paula was a CNA with Visiting Nurses for many years before retiring. She enjoyed word search puzzles and yarn crafts. Paula would look forward...
Joseph J. Garcia
Oct 31, 2022
Joseph John Garcia passed away on Monday, October 31, 2022, at his home in East Greenbush, NY.Joe was born on July 1, 1934, in Witherbee, NY, the son of Grace Mussari Garcia and Centerio Garcia. His parents had a great influence on his life. Like his mother, who was Italian, Joe enjoyed making his world-famous lasagna. His father, Centerio, immigrated...
Kevin Paul Matuszek
Oct 30, 2022
Kevin Paul Matuszek, 56, died peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, October 30, 2022Kevin was born July 15, 1966 in Westwood, NJ to Roberta (Coonan) Matuszek and the late Dr. John M. Matuszek, Jr. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 22 years, Janet (Haynes) Matuszek; children, Alexis Haynes-Matuszek and Nathan Matuszek; siblings, Debra-Jane Karpowitz,...
Richard B. Morone
Oct 28, 2022
Delmar – Richard B. MoroneOur hearts are heavy as we announce the passing of, Richard Bruce Morone, 83, beloved husband, father and friend on Friday, October 28th2022. Dick was home and surrounded by his family and friends during his last days.Born in Astoria, NY on November 25, 1938 to Jean and Alfred Morone, Dick was a stand-out athlete as young...
Suzanne Kelly Crossley
Oct 21, 2022
Delmar - Suzanne Kelly CrossleySuzanne Kelly Crossley passed away peacefully on October 21, 2022 surrounded by loved ones.Suzanne was born in Nyack, NY to Linda A. Kelly and Edward F. Kelly. She was raised in Syracuse and Albany, NY and educated at the State University of New York at Oneonta.Family was the center of Suzanne’s life and she was adored...
Gloria R. Yacono
Oct 20, 2022
Gloria R. Yacono passed away peacefully at Shaker Place Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on Thursday, October 20, 2022 after a brief but debilitating battle with cancer.A funeral mass will be held at the Parish of Mater Christi on 40 Hopewell Street in Albany on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at 9:30am.A private interment will follow.
Grace E. Higgins
Oct 20, 2022
Latham - Grace E. HigginsGrace E. Higgins, age 92, entered into eternal life Thursday, October 20, 2022.Grace was born in Queens, NY on March 2, 1930.Grace was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a diehard NY Yankee’s fan and avid Bridge player.Beloved wife of the late Francis J. Higgins, Maj. Gen. US Army (Ret.); loving mother...
Sylvia A. Russell
Oct 14, 2022
Sylvia A. Russell was born March 24, 1940 in Potsdam, NY, the daughter of Lawrence R. “Bob” Russell and Carolyn Turnbull Russell (Bacon). Sylvia died peacefully in her sleep on October 14, 2022 in Albany NY, following an acute illness. Sylvia is predeceased by her eldest son, Lieutenant Commander Randall G. Williams, USN, Ret. (Hyun Ju), a decorated combat veteran. ...
James P. Tschinkel
Oct 7, 2022
James (Jim) P. Tschinkel, 93, of Delmar, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 7, 2022 in The Villages, FL.Born March 1, 1929 in Ridgewood, NY, Jim was the 13th child of Primus and Maria (Rohner) Tschinkel. Jim is predeceased by his beloved wife Joanne. He is survived by his loving family: children - Carol (Joe) Henry, Arlene (Bill) Pericak,...
James J. Berry
Oct 6, 2022
Delmar - James Joseph Berry, age 73, passed away suddenly on Thursday, October 6, 2022 while pursuing his love of fly fishing on the Batten Kill River. Born in Albany, NY, Jim was a lifelong area resident and son of the late Walter and Doris (Seabrook) Berry, Sr.Jim was an avid outdoorsman and fisherman. His love of the outdoors was...
Joseph R. Rissacher
Oct 4, 2022
Joseph R. Rissacher, age 65, entered into eternal life Tuesday, October 4, 2022.Born in Albany he was the son of Elena Lorini Rissacher and the late Dr. Jean Rissacher.Joe was a devoted father. His two sons were always his priority and meant the world to him. Joe loved the outdoors and spending time with his family, especially at his camp...
Mary Louise "Marylou" D'Alessandro
Oct 3, 2022
Mary Louise D’Alessandro – Fort Wayne, INMary Louise D’Alessandro passed away peacefully on October 03, 2022, surrounded by loved ones.Marylou was born in Troy, New York to William Victor Krause and Catherine Ann (O’Neil) Krause. She was raised and attended school in Watervliet, New York.Marylou was a very successful businesswoman. Her talent in sales would one day lead her to...
Donald Sylvanus Losee, Sr.
Sep 22, 2022
Donald S. Losee, Sr., 84, of Selkirk passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, September 22, 2022 surrounded by his loving family.Born in Stuyvesant, NY on July 11, 1938, he was the son of the late Almerne and Marion Losee. Don worked at Fort Orange Paper Co. for over 30 years and then turned his passion to running Big...
Hedi McKinley
Sep 20, 2022
Hedi McKinley died peacefully in her home in Slingerlands at age 102 on September 20, 2022. She is survived by her cousin Claire Lissance; her two stepchildren William (Lu) and Katie (William) from her marriage to Will McKinley; her four stepchildren Sam (Beryl), Laurie (Annie), Lou (Jackie), and Joe (Lisa) from her marriage to Joe Levinger; nine step grandchildren, six...
Vittorio William Mascaro
Sep 17, 2022
Vittorio William Mascaro, 18 months, of Rensselaerville, NY, experienced a sudden epileptic death and went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 16, 2022.He was born to parents Brian and Cassondra Mascaro on February 24, 2021 and his life was a true gift from God.From the moment he arrived, Vito, as he was known, had the happiest disposition...
Stefanie Leigh Stegman
Sep 16, 2022
On September 16, 2022 the world lost a shining light. Stefanie Stegman (Bendon), 36, passed quietly at home in Delmar, NY. Beautiful inside and out, her inner light drew people into her orbit. She was brilliant, funny, generous, goofy, talented and sang like an angel. She was a gifted and creative chef, having spent a summer in Denali National Park,...
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