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.
Barbara Anne Markey
Oct 8, 2023
SCHENECTADY – Barbara Anne (Cresswell) Markey passed away on October 8, 2023. She was a resident of the Kingsway Arms Nursing Center for the past several years. Barbara was born on November 26, 1931 in Utica, New York. She grew up in nearby Clinton. Barbara attended the New York State Teachers College in New Paltz (now SUNY New Paltz), where...
Carol A. Oathout
Oct 7, 2023
TROY – Carol A. Oathout, 81, of Troy, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 7, 2023 in the comfort of her own home surrounded by her loving family. Carol was born in the State of Missouri on March 8, 1942. She was raised in Albany and lastly resided in Troy for over 30 years. She was the wife of over...
Joann G. Campbell
Oct 6, 2023
VOORHEESVILLE – JoAnn G. Campbell, 64, of Voorheesville, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on October 6, 2023. JoAnn was born on April 16, 1959 in Albany and was the daughter of Catherine E. (Czwakiel) Sasso and the late John Joseph Sasso, Sr. JoAnn studied computer science at Hudson Valley Community College and was employed by the...
Matthew E. Weinheimer
Oct 6, 2023
BALLSTON LAKE – After a long bout with kidney disease, Matthew Eckel Weinheimer, 68 years old, has passed at his Ballston Lake, NY home surrounded by loved ones. He was the son of George and Barbara Weinheimer of Schenectady, NY and followed their example in becoming a public-school teacher and administrator. A graduate of Middlebury College, Matthew began his career...
Donald Anthony Heigel, Jr.
Oct 4, 2023
GALWAY – Donald "Don" Heigel of Galway passed away surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. He was 66 years old. Don was born July 16, 1957, to the late Donald Heigel Sr. and Joanne (Wermter) Heigel. He is survived by his wife, Theresa (Ashcraft) Heigel; daughter, Jacqueline Heigel (Shane Van Buren); son, Darren Heigel; stepsons, Michael...
Lisa Patrice Frank-Coburn
Oct 3, 2023
MELROSE – Lisa Patrice Frank-Coburn, 67 of Melrose, NY, formerly of David, KY, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her own home on October 3, 2023 surrounded by her loved ones. The daughter of the late Norton and Kathleen (Handreck) Frank, Lisa was born in Syracuse, NY on March 17, 1956. Lisa obtained an Associate's Degree in Paralegal Science....
Daniel J. Coyle, Sr.
Sep 30, 2023
ALBANY – Daniel J. Coyle, 75, of Albany, passed away peacefully at his home on September 30, 2023 leaving behind his soulmate Patricia of 56 years of marriage. Devoted father to daughter Christine (Tim) Mosher, son Daniel (Tody) Coyle, Jr., and son Scott Coyle. Loving grandfather to Jason (Amber) Coyle, Timothy (Jenna) Mosher, Jessica (Corbin) Mosher Griego and Joseph (Gabriella)...
James Edwin Vanwagenen
Sep 29, 2023
BALLSTON LAKE – It is with much sadness that I share the news of the passing of James Edwin VanWagenen. He left us on September 29, 2023. He was 87 years old and leaves behind a brother Edwin VanWagenen and two sons, James A. VanWagenen and Lawrence C. VanWagenen. He was born and raised in Colonie, NY and raised his...
Jeffrey W. Seay
Sep 29, 2023
GUILDERLAND – Born in Buffalo, May 17, 1951, Jeffrey W. Seay, age 72, died peacefully surrounded by his family in Guilderland Center on September 29, 2023. Jeff graduated from Niskayuna High School and later SUNY Albany with a B.A. in psychology. He worked retail/food service most of his life and was a friendly face to many in the Voorheesville community....
Martin A. Dombrowski
Sep 27, 2023
ARKVILLE, NY – Martin A. Dombrowski, 61, of Arkville, NY, formerly of Brooklyn, NY died on September 27, 2023 at Albany Medical Center Hospital in Albany, NY. The son of the late Zigmund and Helen (Puk) Dombrowski, Martin was born on June 2, 1962 in Brooklyn, NY. He was raised in Brooklyn and attended local schools, graduating from Sheepshead Bay...
James Christopher Knight
Sep 24, 2023
MIDDLE GROVE – Chris passed away peacefully in the comfort of his own home on Sunday, September 24, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 6, 1950, in Saratoga Springs, NY, he was the son of the late Frank James Knight and Elizabeth (Ackroyd) Knight. Chris grew up in the rural area of Middle Grove, NY and continued...
Helen R. Richardson
Sep 22, 2023
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Helen R. Richardson, 80, passed away Friday, September 22, 2023. Born March 1, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Everett and Ruth Easton. Helen taught Junior High English for several central New York schools. While she was teaching she met her soon-to-be husband, Andrew R. Richardson. They married and moved to his hometown of Saratoga...
Deborah A. Sickles
Sep 20, 2023
TROY – Deborah Sickles "Debbie", 70, a loving and devoted wife, mother, and friend to nature passed away at Samaritan Hospital on September 20, 2023, after an intense and short battle with cancer. Born on April 13,1953 in Albany, NY. She was the daughter of Nicola and Lillian First. Debbie is survived by her husband James, they just celebrated their...
Tibor Barna
Sep 19, 2023
ROTTERDAM – Tibor Barna, 97, of Ferguson Street, died at home with his family by his side after a short illness on September 19, 2023. Tibor was born in Eszergom, Hungary on April 14, 1926. He was the son of the late Josezf Barna and Margaret Hunadi, he was predeceased by his parents. Tibor came to the United States in...
Bruce Blander
Sep 18, 2023
EAST GREENBUSH – Bruce Blander passed away at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany NY on September 18, 2023 with his family at his side. Born on January 16,1956 in Queens, NY he was the son of the late Murray and Frances Blander. In addition to his wife of 40 years, Susan, Bruce is survived by his son Eric and daughter-in-law...
James J. Jones
Sep 15, 2023
CLIFTON PARK – James J. Jones passed away after fighting a courageous battle with cancer on September 15, 2023. He is survived by the love of his life and partner Annette Ogrodowski, children: Jessica Jones (Dana), Daniel Jones (Maribeth) and 3 grandchildren: Andrew, Eliza, and Sophie Mayne. He was predeceased by his parents Thomas and Gloria Jones and sister Charlene...
Curtis G. Brown
Sep 14, 2023
ALATMONT – Curtis G. Brown, 63, of Altamont, passed away on September 14, 2023. Born in Fort Benning, Georgia, Curt was the epitome of a "Georgia Peach", a namesake he embodied with his earthy, fuzzy-soft, sweet and sunny nature. His passion was baking, an art he genetically inherited from his German heritage originating in Kitzingen, Germany. Sunday morning baking was...
Michael Joseph Wicher
Sep 14, 2023
SCOTIA –
Michael Joseph Wicher, 51, of Scotia, passed away unexpectedly on September 14, 2023.
Michael was born in Niskayuna to John and Sheila (Coty) Wicher on November 11, 1971.
...Robert L. Williams
Sep 13, 2023
SCHENECTADY – Robert L. Williams, 89, of Schenectady, Entered Eternal Life on September 13, 2023 at the Baptist Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Scotia. The son of the late Nicholas and Gertrude (Urbanski) Williams, Robert was born on January 14, 1934 in Schenectady. He was a lifelong Schenectady resident, having attended local schools. Mr. Williams enlisted in the United...
Inger Giaever
Sep 12, 2023
NISKAYUNA – It is with deep sadness that the Giaever family announces the death of our dear Inger Giaever (née Skramstad) on September 12, 2023. She was 94 years old, beautiful inside and out. Inger passed peacefully, with her husband Ivar at her bedside, in Schenectady, New York. They were married for over 70 years and were, as everyone knows,...
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