Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Delmar, New York

Marjory C. O'Brien

Marjory C. O'Brien

Dec 19, 2024

Marjory Cecilia O’Brien (nee McQueen) passed away on December 19, 2024.

Known for her warm smile and her commitment to the Bethlehem community, Marge will be dearly missed by all who knew her. She leaves behind a trail of beautiful quilts to keep her story alive.

She is survived by her younger brother George (Mary), her children Maura (Hank), Suzanne, Joe, Jack...

James D. Frueh

James D. Frueh

Dec 16, 2024

Glenmont

James D. Frueh passed away in Albany on December 16, 2024, at the age of 79. Born on June 1st, 1945 in Albany he was a lifelong resident of Glenmont.

For 27 years, James continued the operation of the family fuel oil delivery business, George Wm. Frueh, & Sons. In addition to his career in oil delivery, James also took pride...

John E. Flagler, Jr.

John E. Flagler, Jr.

Dec 16, 2024

John E. "Jack" Flagler, Jr., 87, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024. Born on March 20, 1937 in Albany, he was the son of the late John E. and Mildred L. (Sturtevant) Flagler.

A lifelong Albany resident, Jack graduated from St. Teresa of Avila School and Vincentian Institute, where he met the love of his life, the late Margaret Patricia...

Sir Kenneth H. Bailey

Sir Kenneth H. Bailey

Dec 1, 2024

Sir Kenneth H Bailey (1922-2024)

 It’s with our deepest sorrow that we announce that Sir Kenneth Henry Bailey peacefully passed away on December 1st, 2024 (2 months shy of his 103rd birthday) at his home under the care of his loving family. Born in Albany, NY on February 2, 1922, to Henry and Gladys Bailey, Ken grew up in Delmar, NY...

Carmelo Valentin Cancel

Carmelo Valentin Cancel

Nov 28, 2024

Carmelo Valentin Cancel, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully on November28, 2024, in Albany, New York. Born on December 5, 1942, in Cantano, Puerto Rico, Carmelo’s journey through life was marked by a deep love for family and an unyielding spirit of creativity and resourcefulness.

Carmelo served honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, stationed...

Ellen Nora Klein

Ellen Nora Klein

Nov 27, 2024

Ellen Nora Klein, 80, of Glenmont, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. Ellen was born in Buffalo, NY on July 18, 1944, the daughter of the late Floyd and Rita Klein.

Ellen devoted many years of her life as a school secretary in the Guilderland Central School District.  Known for her strong spirit, she...

Joan Bence Hyde

Joan Bence Hyde

Nov 25, 2024

Joan Bence Hyde, a devoted educator, cherished grandmother, and passionate community member, passed away at her home on Monday, November 25, 2024, at the age of 91. Jo spent her early years in Mattoon, Illinois where she met her high school sweetheart, Thomas M. Hyde. They were united in marriage and shared 57 wonderful years together until his passing.

Joan was...

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...

Joseph E. Gillespie

Joseph E. Gillespie

Nov 13, 2024

Joseph Edward Gillespie, age 89, a long-time resident of Delmar, New York and Hudson, Florida, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at Windsor Woods Rehab and Healthcare Center in Hudson, Florida. 

Born on April 3, 1935, in Haines Falls, New York, Joe was the son of Joseph and Teresa Gillespie. He was a 1953 graduate of Hunter-Tannersville Central Schools....

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 Keuka 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...

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