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Eugene Emil Morelli
May 25, 2020
Eugene E. Morelli, born September 23, 1928, died peacefully at home on May 25, 2020 in Glenville, NY with his longtime companion Lila Morelli by his side, ending a long struggle with emphysema. He was the son of the late Joseph Morelli and Inez Bassetti Morelli; brother to Josephine Gusmerotti (Louis Gusmerotti; deceased), Anna Zambotti (Guido Zambotti; deceased), Clara Garanich...
Robert J. Smith, Sr.
May 19, 2020
Robert J. Smith, Sr., 78, passed away of natural causes on Tuesday, May 19, 2020, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born on September 14, 1941, he was the son of the late Elmer and Edith Smith. Bob was a plumber for over 55 years, taking over the family business in 1984. A lifelong resident of Feura Bush, he...
William Seigle
May 9, 2020
William “Bob” Seigle passed away May 9, 2020 at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany after a short illness just three weeks shy of his 95th birthday. Bob was born in New York City on June 1, 1925 to Elizabeth and William Seigle. His father was chairman of the board and vice president of Johns-Manville, a Dow 30 company. Bob was...
Leland Salisbury
May 4, 2020
VOORHEESVILLE - Leland Salisbury, age 92, passed away on Monday, 4 May 2020 at Greene Meadows Nursing Home, Catskill, NY. He was the son of the late Oakley and Carrie Way Salisbury and husband of the late Theresa Turmel Salisbury; he was also predeceased by his brothers, Earl, Oakley Jr., Clinton, and sister, Mabel Brate. Leland was an avid deer...
Frank Murphy
May 3, 2020
Frank B. Murphy, 95 of Delmar, passed away at home on Sunday, May 3, 2020, with his family by his side. He is survived by his wife, Kay, daughter, Tara, and granddaughter, Olivia. Due to current health restrictions, services will be private. A graveside memorial, including full military honors, will be held when it is safe for family and friends...
Edward E. Phillips, Jr.
Apr 22, 2020
NASSAU - Edward E. Phillips, Jr, 52, Nassau, passed away on 4/22/2020. He was born on 12/2/1967 in Albany, NY. He is survived by his wife, Linda (Leary) Phillips; son, Gregory Phillips; parents, Edward, Sr. and Beverly Phillips; brother, Jim (Stacey) Phillips; sisters, Cathy (Jamie) Tubbs and Lisa (Sean) Battle; and several nieces and nephews. All services will be private.
Betty Lee Donnelly
Apr 20, 2020
Betty L. Donnelly (84) of Delmar, New York went to be with her Lord on Monday, April 20, 2020. She is survived by her three children, Kevin Mackey, Lori Mackey and Jeffrey Donnelly; her seven grandchildren David, Rachel, Paul, Martha, Anne, Faith and Mary and seven great grandchildren. A private burial will be held at Memory's Garden in Albany.
Meghan B. Indyke
Apr 19, 2020
Meghan B. Indyke, 70, of Slingerlands passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2020 at the Community Hospice at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany. Meg was born in Lockport, NY on November 11, 1949 to Roger Kyle and Patricia (Confer) Kyle. Meghan taught piano for many years, sharing her love of music and encouraging young musicians. She is survived by her...
Helen Constance O'Neill
Apr 17, 2020
Helen Constance O’Neill, known to all as “Connie”, passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 17, 2020. She was 88 years old. She leaves behind her grieving family: Bob O’Neill, her husband of 67 years, daughter Karen O’Neill, daughter Kathleen O’Neill Robinson and her husband Kip Robinson; beloved grandchildren, Christopher Grosjean and his wife Lily Noble-Grosjean, Tim Robinson, Julie...
Isabelle Louise Welter
Apr 15, 2020
Isabelle Louise Welter, 92, of Delmar, passed away at home from natural causes on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 with her son and daughter at her side. Isabelle was born April 6, 1928 in Hoboken, NJ to Isabelle and Cyril Webster, and later grew up in Ridgefield Park, NJ with her brothers Howard, Warren and Richard (all predeceased). She married Richard...
Dorothy S. Colbeth
Apr 14, 2020
DELMAR – Dorothy S. Colbeth, 99, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at Bethlehem Commons Care Center. Born in Rockland, Maine on March 5, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Raphael and Harriet Sherman. Dorothy served as Regional Director of Sears and Roebuck during the 1940’s. She married Harold L. Colbeth, Jr. on December 28, 1948. He...
Deborah Lynn Cummings
Apr 13, 2020
Deborah L. Cummings, 62, of Alcove passed away on Monday, April 13, 2020. Born in Charleston, WV on May 22, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Lila Ferrell. Raised in Colonie, she graduated from Colonie Central High School in 1975 where she was one of two girls that were first to join a shop class reserved...
Dolores A. Donnelly
Apr 6, 2020
SLINGERLANDS - Dolores Ann Donnelly, 88, of Slingerlands, NY died April 6, 2020 in Albany NY. Born September 23, 1931 in Binghamton, NY, she was the daughter of the late Robert Joseph Donnelly and Grace Angela Clapper Donnelly. Dolores graduated from Binghamton Central HS in 1948; NY State College for Teachers in 1954 (BA French and English); and U. of...
Kathleen R. Conger
Apr 6, 2020
DELMAR - On Monday April 6, 2020, Kathleen “Kathy” Conger, 67, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and beloved animals. Kathleen’s two sons Richard and Sean were there to comfort her in her time of need. Kathleen was born in Saugerties, NY to Marion and Herbert Vandemark. One of three children, her siblings Louis and Rose would predecease her....
David Scott Bassinson
Apr 5, 2020
DELMAR – David Scott Bassinson (Scott), 64, died on April 5, 2020 at Albany Medical Center after a valiant, year-long fight with cancer. Born in St. Louis, Missouri on July 12, 1955, Scott was the third child of Julie and Max Bassinson. When Scott was 13, his father was murdered in a senseless robbery. Scott was profoundly affected by this...
Rev. Dr. Allan J. Janssen
Apr 3, 2020
The Rev. Dr. Allan Janssen, 72, died from complications of the corona virus on April 3, 2020. He was a minister of the Reformed Church in America serving congregations in Port Ewen, NY; Selkirk, NY; and Glen Rock, NJ. He was a General Synod Professor, a Professor Emeritus of the New Brunswick Theological Seminary, a member of IRTI, an author...
Richard V. Drew
Apr 2, 2020
Richard V. Drew, 81, of Delmar passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 2, 2020. Born August 21, 1938 in Bradford, PA, he was the son of the late Sue (Veroche) Drew and Herbert G. Drew. Dick graduated from Bethlehem Central High School and N.Y.S. College of Forestry at Syracuse University. He served in the U.S. Army Reserves. Dick was employed...
Robin A. Schaap
Mar 31, 2020
Robin Auty Schaap died on March 31, 2020, at home. She was born in NYC on March 12, 1924, daughter of Woodbury Auty and Rita Sorensen Auty. She was a Delmar resident for over 80 years. She was predeceased by her husband of 62 years “Pete” Leonard Schaap. She was a founding member of the Bethlehem Community Church, which began...
Joan F. Krathaus
Mar 26, 2020
Joan Krathaus, a long-time member in the artist community in the Capital District, passed away peacefully on March 26th, 2020 at the Teresian House in Albany, New York. She had been under their care for the last few months with congestive heart failure. She was 85 years. Joan was born on February 18, 1935 to Joseph C. and Marion F....
Millicent N. Snyder
Mar 21, 2020
Millicent N. Snyder, age 97, passed away March 21, 2020. She was born on February 19, 1923 in Corning, NY to the late William and Lucy (Merrills) Beckwith. Millie grew up in Corning, NY and was married May 11, 1945 to Stanley Snyder, who was also of Corning and her high school sweetheart. They celebrated 66 years together until his...
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