Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Troy, New York
The obituaries in the Troy area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of New York's history and identity.
Joseph R. Myers, Sr.
Dec 2, 2024
WEST STEPHENTOWN – Mr. Joseph R. Myers, Sr., 68, of West Stephentown, formerly of Plattsburgh, passed away in the comfort of his own at his home on December 2, 2024. Joseph was born on April 29, 1956 in Shirley, Massachusetts. He was the son of the late Harry Joseph Myers and Ursula (Marquardt) Myers. Joseph was raised in Plattsburgh, where...
Anna Mary (Hofmann) Mastro
Dec 1, 2024
GLENVILLE – Anna (Hofmann) Mastro passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 1, 2024, after a short illness. Born on January 14, 1932, Anna was the daughter of the late Charles and Edith Hofmann. Anna graduated from the Schoharie School District and went on to work as a cashier at S & S Bluestamp Redemption Center. She also worked at Shoporama...
Joseph C. Chandi
Nov 30, 2024
BRUNSWICK - Joseph C Chandi, 62, of Brunswick, lost his battle to cancer on Saturday, November 30, 2024 surrounded by his loving wife Shelley. Born on January 24, 1962 in Boston, MA, he was the son of the late Dominga Rivera. Joseph was known by many beloved names such as Joey, Hosey, and José. In his younger years he loved...
Edward W. Bedford
Nov 27, 2024
PETERSBURGH – Edward William Bedford, 66, of Petersburgh, NY, formerly of Staten Island, NY passed away at Albany Medical Center Hospital, on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. Formerly of Staten Island, Edward was the son of Alfred H. Bedford and AnnaMae A. (Robinson) Bedford. Ed was born in Staten Island, NY and had also lived in Brunswick and most recently in...
Joseph G. De Mase
Nov 24, 2024
TROY – Mr. Joseph G. De Mase, 92, of Troy, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 24, 2024 in the comfort of his own home, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on September 5, 1932 in Troy, New York. Son of the late Salvatore and Jeanette (Piazza) De Mase. Joseph received his education from Catholic Central High School (class...
Ronald James Cromer
Nov 22, 2024
SCHENECTADY – Ronald James "Ronnie" Cromer was born on October 5, 1948 in Schenectady, New York and departed this life on November 22, 2024 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, New York at the age of 76. Ronnie grew up in a busy family of six children in the Bellevue neighborhood of Schenectady. Among the things he loved were animals, in...
Donald Hamlin Starks
Nov 21, 2024
CHATHAM – Donald Hamlin Starks, 59, of Chatham, ended his very courageous 8-year battle for life on November 21, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born May 4, 1965, in Rutland, Vermont, he was the son of the late John Todd and Katherine (Wilkins) Starks, and was a lifetime Chatham resident. An avid outdoorsman who loved fishing and...
Sondra Cowart Lewis
Nov 21, 2024
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Our beloved Mother and Gram, Sondra Cowart Lewis, passed away due to a brief illness on November 21, 2024 at the age of 79 in Saratoga Springs, New York. Sondra was born on January 18, 1945 in Seville, Florida, a daughter of the late Herbert and Christine Cowart. Sondra was raised and educated in Florida, graduating from...
Mary Katherine Murnane
Nov 20, 2024
ALBANY – Mary Katherine Murnane, 63, of Albany, New York, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. Mary Kay was born on May 24, 1961 in Albany, New York and was the daughter of the late John and Anne Murnane. She was raised in Albany and remained a lifelong resident, having received her education from Mercy High School and...
Ellen M. (Alexander) Asprion
Nov 17, 2024
Ellen M. (née Merrill) ( formerly Alexander ) Asprion BALLSTON SPA – Ellen M. Asprion, 83, of Ballston Spa, formerly of Delmar and Roscoe, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by love on Sunday, November 17, 2024. Born on October 22, 1941 in Roscoe, NY, she was the daughter of the late John G. Merrill and Vivian (Bowers) Merrill. Ellen was...
Sharon Dyer
Nov 15, 2024
NISKAYUNA – Sharon Dyer, 73, of Niskayuna left this world peacefully on November 15, 2024 with her husband, son, and best friend by her side. She was born in Albany to the late Charles and Elizabeth Golden and was predeceased by sister Maureen Trowbridge. Sharon was the beloved wife of Arthur Dyer for 50 years and loving mother of Adam...
Phyllis (Carusone) Twarog
Nov 13, 2024
EAST GREENBUSH – Phyllis (Carusone) Twarog of East Greenbush, passed away peacefully at home at the age of 89, on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Phyllis was born in Albany, NY, to the late Nunzio Carusone and Katherine Maffeo. She is predeceased by her late husbands: Eugene Twarog, William Coogan and Charles Rodgers as well as her brother Leonard (Susan) Carusone....
Michael Joseph Obrien
Nov 13, 2024
QUEENSBURY – Michael Joseph OBrien, 71, of Queensbury, NY, formerly of Meriden, CT, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at Glens Falls Hospital in Glens Falls, NY. Born on April 8, 1953 in Meriden, CT, he was the son of the late David and Dorothy OBrien. Michael was raised in Meriden, CT, where he received his education and...
Robert Emmons Taylor
Nov 12, 2024
BALLSTON LAKE – Robert Emmons Taylor passed away peacefully after a short illness on November 12, 2024 at the age of 73. Robert (Bob, Bobby, "Uncle Bob", Grandpa) was born in Rochester, NY on August 27, 1951 to Robert Drescher Taylor and Nancy Garlick. He spent his early years in Brighton, NY and Atherton, CA before matriculating at the Allendale...
Dennis Lucien Lauziere
Nov 11, 2024
FORT JOHNSON – Dennis Lauziere peacefully passed away at home on November 11, 2024 at the age of 76. He was born Dennis Lucien Lauziere in Berlin, N.H., in 1948, but known by everyone as Dan. Dan will be lovingly remembered by his children: Heather (Jay) Wynn and Daniel (Evelyn) Lauziere. He will also be missed by his brother John...
Clifford D. Davis
Nov 11, 2024
A Paradoxical Life SCOTIA – Clifford D. Davis, who taught at State University of New York – Cobleskill from 1989 until his retirement in 2013, passed away on Veteran's Day, November 11, 2024, in Altamont, NY. Cliff was born in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, on January 14,1946. He earned a BA and an MBA from Eastern Washington University in 1971...
Carolyn Layton-Daigle
Nov 10, 2024
CHATHAM – Carolyn "Suzy" Layton-Daigle, 72, of Chatham, formerly of Clifton Forge, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024 in the comfort of her own home in Chatham, NY. Born on October 13, 1952 in Clifton Forge, Carolyn or "Suzy" as she was known by family and friends, was the daughter of the late Palmer G. and Bonnie Layton. She...
Frances Louise (George) Reed
Nov 7, 2024
COHOES – Frances Louise George Reed, 90 years old, passed away peacefully in the company of family in Cohoes, NY on Thursday November 7, 2024. Frances was born in Morganton, NC and grew up in Radford, VA where she attended school and graduated from Radford College. She then graduated from Meredith College in Raleigh, NC. Frances was predeceased by her...
Patricia Varner
Nov 6, 2024
TROY – Patricia "Patti" Varner, 86, of Troy, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at the Rosewood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on July 9, 1938 in Saratoga Springs, New York to the late Dyall and Elizabeth (Hodges) Varner. Patti was raised in Maryland, but mostly lived in Troy, New York. Throughout her life, Patti worked...
Lynnette W. Smith
Oct 30, 2024
HALFMOON – Mrs. Lynnette W. Smith, 81, of Halfmoon, formerly of Hudson, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her own home on Wednesday morning, October 30, 2024. She was born in Hudson, NY on September 28, 1943, a daughter of the late Frank Morrison and Minerva Krein. Lynnette was raised in Hudson and graduated high school locally. She was...
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