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.
Joan Marie Galkiewicz
Sep 22, 2024
RENSSELAER - Joan Marie Galkiewicz, 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 22, 2024. Joan was born on April 23, 1937 she was the daughter of the late Clinton and Viola Bonner. She grew up in a bustling household of 12 children. She started her career at the NY State criminal records office where she met Dick, the love of...
Ruth Ann Casab
Sep 20, 2024
LATHAM – Ruth Ann Casab, 77, of Latham, formerly of Cohoes, entered into eternal life peacefully on Friday, September 20, 2024. Daughter of the late Richard A. Coones and Margaret E. (Walsh) Coones, she was born on April 28, 1947 in Cohoes, New York, where she was raised and lived the majority of her life. Ruth attended Rome State School...
Rev. Elizabeth Foster Mowry
Sep 20, 2024
SARATOGA SPRINGS - Elizabeth Suydam Foster Mowry , 80 years old, passed away on September 20, 2024 in Saratoga Springs surrounded by family. Betsye was born August 5, 1944, in Jamaica, NY, to Elizabeth Pauline Moore Foster and Percival Edwin Foster. She grew up in Suffolk County, Long Island and was  an active athlete, leading student, and church member. She...
Gordon Jay Streeter
Sep 18, 2024
SCHENECTADY - Gordon Jay Streeter, 74, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully at home on September 18, 2024, with his family by his side. Born on October 9, 1949, in Niskayuna, NY, Gordon was the son of the late Elmer and Pauline Streeter. Raised in Schenectady, he was a self-taught "Master Tinkerer" with a knack for fixing just about anything. A...
Alice Mary (Farrington) Townley
Sep 15, 2024
ESPERANCE – Alice Mary (Farrington) Townley died in her sleep joining Henry M. Townley in Heaven on September 15, 2024. Alice was the daughter of the late Guy Sr. and Louise Farrington. Loving mother of: Mary Shepard (Milt), Walter Townley and Barbara Crammond (John). Cherished grandmother of: Melinda, Matthew, Scott, Laura (Steve), Linette (Bubby), LeeAnne (Dan), Lyvia (Ted) and great...
Roland E. Comtois, Jr.
Sep 13, 2024
COHOES – Mr. Roland E. Comtois, Jr., 74 of Cohoes, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his own home on September 13, 2024 surrounded by his family. A lifelong resident of Cohoes, Roland, Jr. was born in Cohoes on May 3, 1950. He was the son of the late Roland E. Comtois, Sr. and Catherine Eileen (Radliff) Comtois. Roland...
Sharron L. Langworthy (Lamarche)
Sep 9, 2024
QUEEN CREEK, ARIZONA – Sharron L. Langworthy (Lamarche), 75, of Queen Creek, AZ, formerly of Queensbury, NY, passed away in the comfort of her daughter's home on September 9, 2024. Daughter of the late Arthur and Gertrude Thornton, Sharron was born on September 28, 1948 in Glens Falls, New York. She grew up in Queensbury, NY with her parents and...
Beverly Sharon Allen
Sep 9, 2024
GLOVERSVILLE – Beverly Sharon Allen, 70, of Gloversville, formerly of Duanesburg and Middle Grove, passed away at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady on September 9, 2024. Daughter of the late Donald Earl Neison and Elizabeth Jean (Tyrrell) Neison, Beverly was born in Niskayuna on December 15, 1953. Beverly received her high school education and has been a resident throughout the Capital...
Craig Pangburn
Sep 8, 2024
GLENVILLE – Craig Pangburn, 70, of Glenville, passed away on September 8, 2024 after a short and courageous battle with brain cancer. Born in Schenectady, NY on March 19, 1954, he grew up in Mariaville and graduated from Schalmont High School. Craig received his B.S. in Music Education from Wagner College, where he was on the soccer and track teams,...
Sarah Lee Brzozowski
Sep 8, 2024
GLENVILLE – Sarah Lee Brzozowski, 36, of Glenville, formerly of Burnt Hills, departed this life unexpectedly on September 8, 2024 at her own home in Glenville. Daughter of Constance Lee Salvione and the late David James Brzozowski, Sarah was born on October 18, 1987 in Gloversville, New York. She was raised in the Burnt Hills and Glenville area. She attended...
Timothy Allen Smith, Jr.
Sep 6, 2024
AVERILL PARK – April 3, 1984 - September 6, 2024 Timothy "Tim" Smith Jr. of Averill Park passed away unexpectedly at Albany Medical Center on September 6, 2024. Tim was born in Amsterdam on April 3, 1984 to Timothy and Darlene Smith. Tim graduated from Fonda-Fultonville Central School in 2002. Tim was joined in marriage to Holly Minter on June...
Patricia Anne Wells
Sep 5, 2024
St. Johnsville – Patricia Anne (Broadbent) Wells, 76, passed away peacefully at the St. Johnsville Nursing Home on Thursday, September 5, 2024, with her loving family by her side. Born on April 25, 1948 in Rome, NY, Patricia was the daughter of the late Mervin Broadbent and Myra Fraser Broadbent. She attended Holland Patent Central School and had many fond...
David L. Michalski
Sep 4, 2024
LATHAM – David (Bob) Michalski, 76, of Latham, formerly of Menands, passed away on September 4, 2024. David, affectionately known as "Bob" by family and friends, was born in Albany on November 3, 1947 to the late Joseph and Josephine Michalski. He was raised in Menands, NY. Bob received his education from Christian Brothers Academy (CBA) Class of 1965 and...
Richard F. Holland
Sep 3, 2024
NISKAYUNA – Richard F. Holland, 74, passed away peacefully at home, at Ingersoll Place in Niskayuna, NY, on September 3, 2024, following a long courageous battle. Richard was born and raised in New Hartford, NY. After marrying his beautiful wife, Toni, they briefly moved to Tennessee and then settled in Rotterdam, NY where they raised their family. His family was...
Victor Cornelius
Aug 31, 2024
GERMANTOWN – Victor Cornelius, 69 of Germantown, NY passed peacefully on August 31, 2024. Victor was born in Pittsburgh, PA, grew up in Mt. Lebanon, PA and studied acting at Boston University in the late 1970's. Victor then moved to Manhattan and after a few years as a graphics artist in advertising, he launched his own firm, Endeavor Municipal Development,...
Robert Clarence Sanger
Aug 31, 2024
ALBANY – Robert "Bob" Clarence Sanger went to be with the Lord on August 31, 2024 in Albany, NY. His loving wife and children were at his bedside. He was born in Lowell, Massachusetts, the only child to his adoring parents, Clarence and Merry Sanger. Throughout his life, his ability to endure many health issues was a testament to his strength and...
Frank A. Campeta, Sr.
Aug 27, 2024
GREENPORT – Frank A. Campeta, 82, of Greenport, died August 27, 2024 peacefully in his home with his loved ones looking after him during his illness. Born in Hudson, NY, he was the son of the late Gino and Marina (Morri) Campeta. Frank was a 1960 graduate of Hudson High School. He was retired after working many years for the...
Linda Ann Pitts
Aug 27, 2024
WATERFORD – Linda Ann "Lynn" Pitts, age 78, of Waterford, New York, joined her loved ones in heaven on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 when she peacefully passed away with her devoted family by her side. Born on July 24, 1946, Lynn was the second daughter to the late Callista Mastriano and the late Albert LaRose of Cohoes, New York. She...
William John Edwards
Aug 24, 2024
COPAKE LAKE – William John Edwards, 93, of Copake Lake, formerly of Hudson, passed away at the Shaker Place Rehabilitation & Nursing Center on August 24, 2024. Known as "Bill" to his family and friends, he was born on November 29, 1930 in Hudson to the late William and Jennie Edwards. Throughout his lifetime, Bill has lived and resided across...
Peter Salamak
Aug 23, 2024
HANNACROIX – Peter Salamak, 79, of Hannacroix, passed away on August 23, 2024. Son of the late John and Bessy Salamak, he was born on November 21, 1944 in Astoria, Queens, NY. He resided and was raised in Astoria. Survivors include his devoted wife, Wilhelmina Salamak, one daughter, four grandchildren, many great grandchildren and one brother. In addition to his...
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