Mary Ann Valdez
Feb 18, 2024
ALBANY – Mary Ann Valdez, 76, of Albany, formerly of Monte Vista, CO, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her own home surrounded by her loving family on February 18, 2024 in Albany. The daughter of the late Joe P. and Evangelina F. Madril, Mary Ann was born on  May 14, 1947 in Monte Vista, CO. She was raised...
Ann S. Brown
Feb 15, 2024
ALBANY – Ann S. Brown, 80, of Albany, passed away on February 15, 2024 at St. Peter's Hospital. The daughter of the late August and Matilda (Topps) Samoray, Ann was born on December 20, 1943 in Rockville Center, New York. She resided in Hicksville, New York, Ridgefield, Connecticut, Wethersfield, Connecticut, and lastly Albany New York. Ann received her education from...
Robert Alexandre Chuk
Feb 14, 2024
PURLING, N.Y. – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing, on February 14, 2024, of Robert Alexandre Chuk, a loving, charming, and devoted husband and father. Bob was born in Ely, Minnesota, not far from the Canadian border, on March 4, 1939, the last of 11 children of John (Johan) and Frances Chuk (née Kozar). At the...
Carl Wayne Smith
Feb 14, 2024
GLENS FALLS – Carl Wayne Smith, 71, passed away on February 14, 2024 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn after a long illness with his Family by his side. He was born on October 2, 1952 in Glens Falls to the late Carl and Virginia (Bridges) Smith. Wayne grew up in Hartford and attended Hartford Central School. He served proudly in...
Lynn F. Di Palma
Feb 11, 2024
TROY – Lynn F. Di Palma, 76, of Troy, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2024. Lynn was a self-employed hairdresser for many years in the Albany area. She loved watching the sunsets, going to garage sales, but most of all she cherished the time she spent with her husband during their memorable trip to Foxwoods. Lynn is survived by...
Winifred B. Bousquet
Feb 9, 2024
WATERFORD – Winifred B. Bousquet, 102, of Waterford, formerly of Cohoes and Putnam Station, NY, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2024. The daughter of the late Oliver and Maude Smith, Winifred was born on May 10, 1921 in Putnam Station, NY, where she was raised. She has also been a resident of Cohoes, and at the time of her...
Linda T. Brooks
Feb 8, 2024
FREEHOLD – Linda T. Brooks, 73, of Freehold, NY, formerly of Queens, NY, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2024 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. The daughter of the late Thomas J. and Teresa (Holt) Benson, Linda was born on September 23, 1950 in Queens, NY. She was raised in Queens as a child. When...
George H. Miller
Feb 8, 2024
JOHNSONVILLE – George "Henry" Miller, 77, of Johnsonville, formerly of Hoosick Falls, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2024 at The Center Nursing and Rehabilitation in Hoosick Falls, NY. Henry, as he was known to family and friends, was born on July 4, 1946 in Framingham, Massachusetts. He was raised in Hoosick Falls and Johnsonville and received his education from...
Kyle D. Lafountain
Feb 8, 2024
TROY – Kyle D. LaFountian, a native of Troy, passed away at home on February 8, 2024 with his life partner Kathy Poore by his side. Kyle graduated from Troy High School and SUNY Oswego and was employed as a manager at various restaurants. He enjoyed cooking, playing Xbox games with his buddy Keegan, taking long walks, and working out...
Stephen Charles Fralick
Feb 7, 2024
CAYUGA, N.Y. – Stephen Charles Fralick, 74, of Cayuga, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 7, 2024. Predeceased by his mother Ruth and father Jack Fralick, his brother Glenn Fralick, and his beloved dog Bunny. Survived by daughters: Jeannine Mathews and Jolene Fralick; son-in-law Bo Mathews; granddaughters: Alicia and Ceianna, great grandson Ayden; siblings Joyce Fralick, Gilbert Fralick,...
Matthew Dean Ference
Feb 4, 2024
SCHENECTADY – Matthew Dean Ference, 68, of Schenectady, departed this life unexpectedly in the comfort of his own home on February 4, 2024. The son of the late John and Ruth Ference, Matthew was born on July 18, 1955 in Schenectady. Mr. Ference was a lifelong resident of Schenectady, New York, where he attended local schools. He was a graduate...
Helen Goetz Perfetti
Feb 3, 2024
NISKAYUNA – Helen Goetz Perfetti, 99, of Niskayuna, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024 at the Glendale Home after a brief illness. The daughter of the late William and Helen (Canfield) Goetz, Helen was born on November 26, 1924 in Troy, and moved to Schenectady at the age of two. Helen was a graduate of the former Mont Pleasant...
Charles R. Barnes
Feb 2, 2024
GREENWICH – Charles R. "Charlie" Barnes, 60, a resident of Greenwich, passed away Friday, February 2, 2024, at Saratoga Hospital after a long illness. His family surrounded him during his final days. He was born on June 7, 1963, in Glens Falls to the late Charles E. and Miza (Hoag) Barnes. Charlie was a passionate hunter and angler. He loved...
Barbara L. Powley
Feb 2, 2024
VALLEY FALLS – Barbara L. Powley, 81, of Valley Falls, formerly of Troy, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2024 in the comfort of her own home surrounded by her loving family. The daughter of the late J. Raymond and Irene Kemp, Barbara was born on January 26, 1943 in Schenectady, NY. She received her education from Columbia High School...
Martha J. Mcconchie
Feb 2, 2024
RAVENA – Martha J. McConchie, 63, of Ravena, formerly of Galway, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2024 in the comfort of her own home. The daughter of the late John and Helen (Kane) McConchie, Martha was born on November 28, 1960 in Saratoga Springs, New York and resided in Galway for most of her life. Ms. McConchie retired from...
Lynn Ann Ziomber
Feb 1, 2024
CORNWALLVILLE, N.Y. – Lynn Ann Ziomber, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on February 1, 2024, at the Riverside Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing. She was 58 years old. Born on May 6, 1965, in Brooklyn, NY, to Rose and Frank Winter, Lynn lived a life filled with love and devotion to her family. She married Tim ...
Grover C. Baker
Jan 30, 2024
ONEONTA - Grover C. Baker, 80, of Oneonta passed away with grace on January 30th, after a courageous battle with cardiac amyloidosis. Surrounded by his loving family, he embraced serenity after a life well-lived. Born in Hackensack, New Jersey, on May 14, 1943, Grover was a beloved husband, father, brother, and cherished friend. He leaves behind his devoted wife of...
Christopher M. Ricciardi
Jan 29, 2024
CLIFTON PARK – Christopher M. Ricciardi, 88, of Clifton Park, formerly of Albany, passed away on January 29, 2024. The son of the late Christopher and Josephine Ricciardi, Christopher was born on July 28, 1935 in Albany, New York. He has resided in Albany most of his life where he attended local schools. Christopher was enlisted in the National Guard...
Bernard Wesley Check, Sr.
Jan 29, 2024
GLENS FALLS – Bernard (Bernie) Wesley Check Sr., 58, passed away on January 29, 2024 at Glens Falls Hospital. Bernie was born on June 6, 1965 to the late Stephen and Inge (Bocher) Check. He was also a graduate of Cohoes High School. His family and friends will remember him as a "jokester" who also loved singing, playing his guitar...
France Blanco-Bardia
Jan 28, 2024
ALBANY – France Blanco-Bardia, 78, of Albany, formerly of Oyster Bay, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2024 in the comfort of her own home. The daughter of the late Alfredo Blanco and Taneo Kaai, France was born on May 17, 1945 in the Bronx. France has resided in New York City, Long Island, New York and Lastly Upstate, New...
