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.
Erik Scott Inman
Jul 24, 2023
2/18/1987 – 7/24/2023
SCHODACK –
Erik Scott Inman, 36, of Castleton-on-Hudson, in the Town of Schodack, passed away unexpectedly of cardiac arrest on Monday, July 24, 2023.
Erik was a skilled carpenter who took great pride in designing and building. He was an amazing cook, and an avid reader. He had a life-long passion...
Erin F. Jones
Jul 24, 2023
JOHNSONVILLE –
Erin Jones, 62, passed away on Monday, July 24, 2023, at her home in Johnsonville, NY.
Erin was born on March 19, 1961, in Troy, NY to Barbara Collins.
She worked at the New York...
Janet C. Benson
Jul 23, 2023
WATERVLIET –
Janet C. Benson born December 20, 1945, was surrounded by her loving family when God called upon her to enter in eternal peace on July 23, 2023.
Janet loved...
Bruce Edward Buchanan
Jul 23, 2023
MAYFIELD –
Bruce Edward Buchanan, age 71, passed away July 23, 2023, peacefully, surrounded by the loving presence of his family after two years of battling esophageal cancer.
Patrick Alan Delaney
Jul 23, 2023
12/08/1968 – 07/23/2023
ROTTERDAM -
Patrick Alan Delaney, 54, of Rotterdam, Â passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at Nathan Littauer Hospital in Gloversville, NY after a long illness....
Maureen Patricia Milo
Jul 15, 2023
ALBANY – Maureen Patricia Milo, 73, of Albany, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2023, following a brief illness. Maureen was born in Dublin, Ireland on St. Patrick's Day and to her family and friends, was fondly known as "Pat". Pat was the daughter of Joseph H. Milo (originally Scognamiglio) and Elizabeth Walsh Milo. She was raised in River Edge,...
William Butler
Jul 15, 2023
ALBANY –
William Butler, age 76, born October 31, 1946, a lifelong resident of Albany passed away on July 15, 2023, after a period of declining health.
He is the son of the late Robert and Joyce Butler of Albany. ...
Walter G. Marriner
Jul 10, 2023
COHOES –
Walter G. Marriner, 66, of Cohoes, formerly of Troy, entered into rest on July 10, 2023, in the comfort of his own home surrounded by the love of his family.
Graham Donald Lerch
Jul 7, 2023
SCOTIA –
Graham Donald Lerch, 28, of Scotia, NY, passed away unexpectedly on July 7, 2023.
Graham was born six weeks early on May 1, 1995, in Springfield, IL, while his parents were visiting for his baby shower.
Graham attended Guilderland and...
Cathryne Hardesty Sivers
Jul 6, 2023
SCHENECTADY –
Dr. Cathryne (Katy) Hardesty Sivers, age 103, died on July 6, 2023.
She grew up in the beauty and grace that surrounded the Blue Ridge Mountains and West Virginia. Katy graduated from Wesleyan College...
Albert Pailley
Jul 6, 2023
COHOES – Albert Pailley, 74, of First Street in Cohoes, passed away at St. Peter's Hospital on July 6, 2023, after a long-fought illness. He was born and educated in Troy and was the son of the late Paul and Claire Pailley. Albert was a hard-working steel worker, and a proud union worker that enjoyed his drum and bugle corps,...
Peter Weldon
Jul 1, 2023
TROY – Peter Weldon, 79, of Troy, entered into rest on July 1, 2023, in the comfort of his own home surrounded by family. The son of the late Willard and Mildred (Gardner) Weldon, Peter was born on May 24, 1944, in Weehawken, N.J. He was raised in Nassau and lived there until moving to Troy in 1985 and has...
Michele Costello
Jun 30, 2023
Michele E. Costello, 63, of Schenectady New York, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, June 30, 2023. Michele was born and grew up in Rotterdam, New York with her parents Judith and James (Douglas) Yuille, her sister Lisa, and her brother Douglas. She graduated in 1977 from Schalmont High School and completed some college at Schenectady County Community College....
Thomas R. Schmidtmann
Jun 26, 2023
AMSTERDAM - Thomas R Schmidtmann, 61, of Amsterdam New York, passed away early in the morning on Monday June 26, 2023. Thomas was born and grew up in Amsterdam with his parents Jeanne and Donald Schmidtmann, and his brothers: Bubba (Donald), Chris, David, Mikey, Timmy (his twin), Jeff and Billy. He served in the United States Army, and then became...
Kristine Ryder
Jun 25, 2023
TROY - Kristine Ryder died unexpectedly in her home in Troy, New York on June 25, 2023. She was 54 years old, having been born on August 1, 1968. Kristine was predeceased by her parents, Merritt and Patricia (Connor) Simonson and by her sister, Karen Fairlee. She is survived by several cousins including four on her father's side , namely...
Baby Boy Taylor
Jun 24, 2023
SCHENECTADY - Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, once said to his disciples: "Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God" (Luke 18:16). On June 24, 2023, the beloved unborn son of Miranda Centeno and Marquesse Anthony Taylor Williams, affectionally called Baby "T" was safely called home to be...
Carol Irene Sheller
Jun 23, 2023
ALBANY - Carol was taken to her eternal resting place to join those who have gone before her on June 23, 2023. She was surrounded by her loving family and is terribly missed by all, but we are comforted to know that she is at peace. Carol was born on September 26, 1951. She is survived by her beloved sons,...
Adrienne Desjardins
Jun 23, 2023
ALBANY, NY – Adrienne Desjardins, 102, of Bedford, MA and Albany, NY, and formerly of Springfield, VT, entered into rest on June 23, 2023, at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany, NY. The daughter of the late Georges and Clarisse (Forget) Gascon, Adrienne was born on September 8, 1920, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. She attended a Catholic School in Canada. Adrienne...
Linda Lee Holcomb
Jun 21, 2023
PITTSTOWN – Linda Lee (Waddell) Holcomb of Pittstown crossed over the bridge on June 21, 2023 to be met by those who have gone before her. Linda was born at Saratoga Springs Hospital on December 7, 1952 to George and Emily Kostka Waddell and lived on a small farm outside the village of Middle Grove in the Town of Greenfield....
Jennifer Ann O'Connor
Jun 21, 2023
7/20/1983 – 6/21/2023 Jennifer passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 21, 2023. Jennifer was born in Ballston Spa, NY and attended Ballston Spa High School. She enjoyed hiking, camping, tubing, and kayaking on the Great Sacandaga Lake. She loved her photography and had a deep love for all animals. Everyone who knew Jennifer will remember fondly how she...
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