Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Delmar, New York

Al Hofaker

Al Hofaker

Nov 21, 2024

Aloysius Hofaker, III “Al” 102, of Delmar, NY passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 21, 2024 with his loving wife Harriet (Boniface) Hofaker at his side.

 Al was born in Brooklyn, NY on December 29, 1921, the third child of Alois and Elsie (Schmidt) Hofaker’s four children. He and his family moved to Albany where he graduated from Albany...

Manuel Ador Dionisio Castillo Jr.

Manuel Ador Dionisio Castillo Jr.

Nov 20, 2024

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Manuel Ador Dionisio Castillo Jr., 44 years old, who peacefully joined his Creator on November 20, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family and friends in Albany, New York. Born on March 24, 1980, in Quezon City, Philippines, Manuel, fondly known as “NUEL," was a beacon of light and warmth to...

Edward M. Wroblewski

Edward M. Wroblewski

Nov 18, 2024

On November 18, 2024, Edward M. Wroblewski, 77, of East Greenbush, NY, passed away peacefully in his sleep while at Daughters of Sarah Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Albany, NY.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Nancy Campbell Wroblewski; his sons Jason and Adam (Molly Malone), and their mother, Gail (Ronan) Kidder; his grandchildren Maeve, Liam and Benjamin Wroblewski; his...

Paul N. D'Onofrio

Paul N. D'Onofrio

Nov 12, 2024

Paul Nicholas D’Onofrio, 71, of Delmar and New Rochelle, NY, passed away suddenly at home in Delmar on November 12th. He was known for his sharp intelligence and wit, unwavering integrity and honesty. His generosity, support and kindness to those he loved could always be counted on. He will be greatly missed. 

Born in New Rochelle, NY on August 20, 1953,...

Larry Wayne Waterman

Larry Wayne Waterman

Nov 7, 2024

Commander Larry Wayne Waterman died November 7, 2024. He attended the U.S. Naval Academy in 1956 and was commissioned an Officer in the United States Navy in 1960. He served until honorably discharged in June of 1986.

Memorable tours of duty include working in Tehran, Iran as a part of a liaison force with the Shah of Iran up until the...

Jacqueline M. Decker

Jacqueline M. Decker

Nov 3, 2024

Jacqueline M. Decker (1952-2024)

Jackie Decker, 72, of Clifton Park, passed away November 3, 2024 surrounded by family after a peaceful stay at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital.

She was born in Albany, NY to Joseph F. Ketzer and Dorothy (Fox) June. Jackie attended Rensselaer High School and became a Secretary for NYS DMV’s Personnel Office. Jackie was a devoted...

Judith K. Scanlon

Judith K. Scanlon

Oct 26, 2024

Judith (Judy) Scanlon (née Kirkman) was born in Chicago, IL, on June 3, 1934, the oldest child of Ruth Anderson Kirkman and Robert Kirkman. Her childhood was spent between Chicago, IL, and Phoenix, AZ, before the family relocated to the Capital Region in 1947. After graduating from Albany High School, she briefly pursued nursing at Cayuga College before transitioning to...

John F. Crowe

John F. Crowe

2024

John F. Crowe, 70, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at St. Peter’s Hospital after a brief illness.

John was born in New York City to the late John F. and Patricia Crowe. He is survived by his sister, Nancy Crowe. John was a self-employed certified trauma therapist in Albany for many years.

The family will receive visitors on Saturday, November...

Glenda V. Armstrong

Glenda V. Armstrong

Oct 13, 2024

Glenda V. Armstrong passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 13, 2024. Born in Delmar, October 22, 1940, Glenda was the daughter of the late Frank and Mabel Vadney and sister to the late John and Frank Vadney. Survivors include her several nieces and nephews both locally and out of state. She is also survived by numerous friends in the equine...

David Clifford Briggs

David Clifford Briggs

Oct 13, 2024

David Clifford Briggs passed away peacefully on October 13, 2024 at age 93. 

Dave was born at home on the family farm in Newark Valley, NY. He attended the Newark Valley public schools and graduated as valedictorian of his senior class. He attended Triple Cities College and earned a scholarship to the School of Engineering at Syracuse University. He graduated at...

Rosario Bill Sasso

Rosario Bill Sasso

Oct 12, 2024

Rosario Bill Sasso, born November 22, 1940, died on October 12, 2024

Born in the village of Policastrello in the province of Cosenza, Italy, Bill was the son of Elvira and Raffaele Sasso. Bill was predeceased by his parents and younger brother, Luigi.

Not one to talk about himself, Bill shared a few childhood stories of playing soccer and having a pet...

Mary Jane Hendron

Mary Jane Hendron

Oct 7, 2024

Mary Jane Hendron, 74, surrendered her battle with cancer peacefully in Albany, NY on October 7, 2024. Jane, has she was known to all, is survived by daughters Elizabeth Halvorsen (Ken) and Erin Ross (Jeremy), grandchildren Jackson, Brodie, Thora, Jovie, and Nikko. Also survived by siblings Ginni O’Malley (Rob), Archie Moriarity (Gayle), Gerry Moriarity (Marie), and Bobby Moriarity. We feel...

Janet Fleming

Janet Fleming

Oct 6, 2024

Janet Fleming passed peacefully on October 6, 2024, at The Daughters of Sarah Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Janet previously had been a resident at The Massry Home for Assisted Living after having resided in Albany for many years. Janet was born April 20, 1939, in Belleville, NJ, the daughter of Robert Cletis Conahan and Clara Anne Doel. She moved to...

Dawne V. McHugh

Dawne V. McHugh

Oct 6, 2024

Dawne V. McHugh, 92, born on January 11, 1932, in Albany, passed away peacefully on October 6 2024, at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center in Schenectady, surrounded by her loving family. 

Dawne was the beloved daughter of the late Edwin K. and Veronica E. (Lynch) Schumaker. She nurtured a loving family that includes her daughters, Gail Douglas (Ken) and Barbara Lasnik (Stuart);...

Walter B. Lotz, Jr.

Walter B. Lotz, Jr.

Oct 4, 2024

Walter B. Lotz Jr., aged 84, of Summerfield, Florida, passed away on October 4, 2024.

He was born on May 24, 1940 in Albany, NY. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers Fred, Kevin and Gary and youngest son, Christopher. Walter is survived by his beloved wife Kathy, brother Brian (Elaine) and son Craig (Eileen). He was a proud father, step-father,...

Colleen Flynn

Colleen Flynn

Oct 3, 2024

Colleen Flynn, wife of Thomas Flynn, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 3rd, 2024 after a two year-long battle with complications from Glioblastoma.

Colleen was born on March 17, 1951 in Albany, NY to Donal and Jayne Duffy Cummings. She was a 1969 graduate of Mercy High School and a 1973 graduate of Niagara University School of Nursing. Her...

Joanne M. Quinn

Joanne M. Quinn

Oct 2, 2024

Joanne M. Quinn (Delmar, New York) passed away on October 2, 2024, in Albany, New York, at the age of ninety-three, with family members by her side. 

Joanne was born in New Jersey but spent most of her life in the Hudson Valley region of New York State. She was known for her refined, quiet demeanor, great sense of humor, and...

Christopher J. Spartano

Christopher J. Spartano

Sep 28, 2024

Christopher Spartano, 69, of Cedar Hill, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024 after a long struggle with lung disease.

Christopher was born on December 21, 1954 to Louis and Mary Spartano in Utica, NY. He graduated from Kennedy High School in 1973. He then continued his education at Herkimer County Community College in Herkimer, NY and later at SUNY Upper...

Clifford J. Scoons

Clifford J. Scoons

Sep 28, 2024

Clifford J. Scoons passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Albany to David and Helen (Jacobson) Scoons on February 20, 1930. A graduate of Bethlehem Central High School and SUNY Morrisville, Clifford later received his NYS teacher certification. He taught auto mechanics at Columbia County BOCES, retiring after...

Ralph Clarence Schultz

Ralph Clarence Schultz

Sep 24, 2024

Ralph Clarence Schultz, 92, entered eternal rest to be with Jesus, his Lord and Savior, on September 24, 2024 at Albany Medical Center after a brief illness. Ralph’s life was built around his love of Christ, music, and his family. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Dorothy R. Schultz, nee Nickel, and was loving father to his...

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