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.
Jeffrey Lonny Winter
Sep 9, 2023
EAST GREENBUSH – Jeffrey Lonny Winter, known to family and friends as "Lonny," passed away September 9, 2023. Lonny was born a Buffalo Bills fan in Rhinebeck, NY on May 18, 1976. He grew up in and around the Albany area and enjoyed camping with his family at Lake George. Lonny's favorite season was football season. Every year, he followed...
Michele J. Ferraro
Sep 8, 2023
WATERVLIET – Michele "Shelly" Ferraro, 71, of Watervliet, NY, passed away on September 8, 2023 from Stage 4 Bladder Cancer and kidney failure. She is predeceased by her parents Frank and Eleanor LaFay and her husband, Nicholas Ferraro. Michele was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. The world is forever grateful for knowing her, due to her...
Laurie Parker
Sep 7, 2023
WATERVLIET – With heavy hearts and tearful smiles, we announce the passing of Laurie Parker, a remarkable woman who filled our lives with laughter, love, and many fond memories. While the arrival of this news may be a bit late, I figured that was only fitting because she operated on "Lyons" time and was always worth the wait. She departed...
Mary Lou D. Williams
Sep 5, 2023
ANCRAM - Mary Lou (Penny) Williams, 80, of Ancram, New York, passed away peacefully at her home and went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Penny was born on February 6, 1943, in Queens, New York to Mae G. (Mandell) and Charles T. Wagner, Sr. She lived in South Ozone Park in...
Geraldine Collins
Sep 3, 2023
ALBANY – Geraldine Collins, 84 of Albany, formerly of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2023 at Shaker Place Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in the Town of Colonie. Her loving family was beside her. The daughter of the late Wilfred and Clara Ashline, Geraldine was born on May 25, 1939 in Plattsburgh, NY. She was formerly employed in sales...
Robert E. Weidman, Jr.
Sep 3, 2023
ALBANY – Robert E. Weidman, Jr., 74, of Albany, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2023 under the care of the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. The son of the late Robert E. Weidman, Sr. and Mildred (Sager) Weidman, Robert, Jr. was born on May 18, 1949 in Albany. Robert attended local schools and was a high...
Arthur Edwin Wright
Sep 2, 2023
QUAKER STREET – Arthur Edwin Wright, 94, of Quaker Street, NY passed away on September 2, 2023, at Ellis Hospital, Schenectady, NY after a short illness. He was born on October 11, 1928 in Albany, NY to Raymond Nelson Wright and Wilma Willa Wright. Arthur retired from Conrail in 1990, as a Railroad Track Maintenance Equipment Supervisor, after 14 years...
Cheryl Lynne Hamano
Sep 2, 2023
WYNANTSKILL – Cheryl Lynne (Stewart) Hamano, 53, of Wynantskill, NY formerly of Denver, CO, passed away peacefully at home under hospice care on September 2, 2023 with her loving parents by her side. The daughter of Dane N. and Rollene E. (Howard) Stewart, of Wynantskill, Cheryl was born on November 28, 1969 in Troy, NY. She was raised in LaPorte,...
Loren D. Orvis
Sep 1, 2023
WHITEHALL – Loren D. Orvis, 73, of Whitehall, NY, formerly of New Milford, CT, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2023 at Glens Falls Hospital. The son of the late Marshall and Helen Orvis, Loren was born on January 5, 1950 in Middlebury, VT. Loving father of Koreen (Kristofor Grize) and Kyle (Brittany). Cherished grandfather of: Julian, Luna and Sylvia...
John Orrin Vincent
Aug 31, 2023
ROTTERDAM - John Orrin Vincent, 74, of Rotterdam, NY, passed away on August 31, 2023, at the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany, after bravely battling a long illness. He was born on September 3, 1948, in Albany, NY. John, known to his loved ones as a devoted husband, caring father, and doting grandfather, will be deeply missed. John...
Paul E. Holman, Jr.
Aug 29, 2023
TROY – Paul E. Holman, Jr., age 83, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2023. Born, raised, and educated in Troy, he was the son of the late Paul Holman and Lillian King Oliver. He enlisted and served in the United States Navy, from 1958-1961, aboard the destroyer escort U.S.S. Hartley as well as the U.S.S. Pillsbury. Upon honorable discharge...
David M. Lewis, Sr.
Aug 29, 2023
GUILDERLAND – David M. Lewis, Sr., age 75, passed away surrounded by his family on Tuesday August 29, 2023. Dave was born February 22, 1948, to Richard and Grace (Manz) Lewis. He grew up in Schenectady, New York and graduated from Bishop Gibbons High School. In 1968 he married his wife Carol Handy, together they raised two beautiful children. Dave...
James Jonathan Christie
Aug 28, 2023
ALBANY – James Jonathan Christie, 20, of Albany, passed away peacefully under hospice care at St. Margaret's Center for Children in Albany on August 28, 2023. The son of Mindy Morris and the late Edward Christie, Jr., James was born in Albany at Albany Medical Center Hospital on June 22, 2003. He was raised in Ballston Spa and has been...
Eleanor Delores Yonos
Aug 28, 2023
GLENVILLE - Eleanor Delores (Rea) Yonos, 92, of Shady Lane Apartments died peacefully in her sleep August 28, 2023. A native of Schenectady, Eleanor is the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Rea and graduated from Nott Terrace HS. Eleanor worked for many years with the Grand Union Company. Throughout her life Eleanor was a vibrant person with a...
Robert J. Westcott
Aug 23, 2023
CLIFTON PARK – It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our hero, Robert (Bob) J. Westcott (77), of Clifton Park, NY and New Port Ritchey, FL, on August 23, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born February 6, 1946, in Stoney Creek, NY, to John and Irene Westcott, deceased, Bob leaves behind sisters Valicia...
Terri L.S. Canner
Aug 19, 2023
CASTLETON – Terri Canner passed peacefully to God on August 19, 2023. She fought the good fight with Multiple Sclerosis for many years. She resided at Riverside Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Castleton, N.Y., where she was loved by staff and residents. Terri received a degree in music from UAlbany and was director of the Children's Choir at St....
Michael D. Donahue
Aug 18, 2023
GUILDERLAND - Michael D. Donahue, aka: Manard and Red Machine, 70, of Guilderland, formerly of Knox, passed away at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany on August 18, 2023. Born on February 24, 1953 in Washington, D.C., he was the son of the late Daniel F. Donahue and Virginia T. (McGrail) Donahue. Michael was mostly raised in Maryland from a military...
Walter Arthur Muller
Aug 18, 2023
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Walter Arthur Muller, 58, of Saratoga Springs, NY, formerly of Charlottesville, VA, entered into rest on August 18, 2023 at Saratoga Hospital. Born on New Year's Day (January 1, 1965) in Charlottesville, VA, Walter was the son of Frederick Muller, the late Eleanor Muller and beloved step-son of Mary (Mohns) Muller. He was raised in Saratoga, has...
Jeanne (Slater) Rutz
Aug 18, 2023
CLIFTON PARK – Jeanne (Slater) Rutz, 91, of Clifton Park, NY formerly of Narrowsburg, NY, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2023 at the Schuyler Ridge Residential Healthcare Center in Clifton Park. The daughter of the late James and Maud Slater, Jeanne was born on October 12, 1931 in Newieden, New York. Jeanne was raised in Narrowsburg NY, and has...
Alison Grace Mitchell
Aug 15, 2023
ROTTERDAM - Alison Grace Mitchell, 64, beloved daughter of Robert A. Mitchell, M.D., and the late Marjory McCann Mitchell, died Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at Ellis Hospital in a peaceful surrender after long health struggles. Alison was the gutsiest, fiercest and most loyal and loving of women to her family and friends. She had a wicked sense of humor and...
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