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 J. Wolf
May 2, 2023
CLIFTON PARK – Barbara J. Wolf, 81, of Clifton Park, entered into rest on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 9, 1942, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Marguerite Tabushing. Barbara was the beloved wife of David F. Wolf for over 47 years...
Dorothy C. Gonski
May 1, 2023
RAVENA – Dorothy C. Gonski, 76, of Ravena, formerly of Rensselaer, entered into rest on May 1, 2023, under hospice care in the comfort of her own home. Mrs. Gonski was born in Albany as the former Dorothy C. Scott on October 24, 1946. She was the daughter of the late Roy and Catherine Scott. Dorothy was raised in Albany...
Lauren Elizabeth Mousseau
May 1, 2023
ALBANY – Lauren Elizabeth Mousseau, 32, of 516 Hamilton Street, Albany passed away unexpectedly due to complications of asthma on Monday, May 1, 2023. She was born in Plattsburgh on October 9, 1990, the daughter of Anthony Mousseau and Sheila (Jim) VanWeort. Lauren graduated from Hallmark Institute of Photography in 2012. She was a gifted photographer as well as being...
Walter L. Decker
Apr 30, 2023
EAST GREENBUSH – Walter L. Decker, 81, of East Greenbush, entered into rest on April 30, 2023, at Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany, New York. The son of the late Lucian Decker and Rosemary (Cordell) Ryan, Walter was born on July 14, 1941, in Albany, New York. Mr. Decker was employed by CDTA as a supervisor. Walter, or Walt, as...
Gloria Wyman
Apr 27, 2023
EARLTON - Gloria Wyman, 81 passed away peacefully on April 27, 2023, with her family by her side. Born December 8, 1941, Gloria was predeceased by her husband William Wyman, brother George Morin and sister Carole Smith. She is survived by a brother, James Morin (Donna); nieces Deborah Hammond (Robert); Diane VanDewal (Scott); and nephew James Morin, as well as...
David C. Lamora
Apr 27, 2023
WATERFORD – David C. LaMora, the youngest child of the late Robert W. and F. Joan (O'Brien) LaMora, passed away in the arms of his loving sister on Thursday, April 27, 2023. Dave leaves behind three beautiful children: Andrew, Courtney (Tom) and Tiffany (Brendan) whom he loved with all his heart. He also leaves behind three grandchildren: Owen, CJ, and...
Ethan Francis Eobbi
Apr 27, 2023
LAKE PLEASANT – Ethan Francis Eobbi, 42, of Lake Pleasant, New York, entered into rest unexpectedly in the comfort of his own home on April 27, 2023. The son of the late Michael Angelo and Mary Kay (Dubbs) Eobbi, Ethan was born on December 10, 1980, in Philadelphia, PA. Ethan has lived his whole life in Lake Pleasant, NY. He...
John Mccarthy
Apr 26, 2023
BRUNSWICK – John McCarthy, 66, of Brunswick, entered into rest at Samaritan Hospital on April 26, 2023, after a long battle with Stage IV Kidney Cancer. The son of the late John and Agnes T. McCarthy, John was born on October 13, 1956, in Cohoes. John was raised in Latham, NY. He has resided in New Jersey and several places...
Emma E. Papa
Apr 25, 2023
DELMAR – Emma E. Papa, 80, of Delmar, died peacefully Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at the Delmar Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing. Born in Albany on March 25, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Emily (Leggett) Miller. As a young child, she moved to Delmar and was a 1961 graduate of Bethlehem Central High School. Emma...
Bonnie L. Russell
Apr 25, 2023
Bonnie L. Russell, 71, of Mechanicville passed away suddenly at Samaritan Hospital on April 25,2023. She is survived by her sister Tanya, her three daughters Nikkol, Che' and Desiree, as well as a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Mom passed away leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable memories. She had a profound sense of humor and...
John Joseph Gannon
Apr 24, 2023
BALLSTON LAKE – John Joseph Gannon passed away after experiencing some heart complications on Monday, April 24, 2023. During the days leading up to his passing, he was surrounded and visited by his family that loved him so dearly. John was born on June 8, 1937 in Mount Vernon, New York and grew up in Eastchester, New York with his...
Judith Ann Farrell
Apr 19, 2023
Watervliet,NY Judith Ann Farrell, 66, passed peacefully into the waiting arms of her mother on April 19, 2023. Her sisters and the caring staff of Samaritan Hospital's ICU were at Judy's bedside. She was visited and supported by the loving staff of her group home many times during her unexpected hospitalization. Born January 28, 1957, Judy lived her life in...
Bruce P. O'Dea
Apr 17, 2023
Bruce Patrick O'Dea, 68 passed away on April 17, 2023 at Ellis Hospital, after a long battle with Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD). Bruce was born in Albany, NY and raised by Irish Catholic parents, Betty and Leo O'Dea. Bruce attended Holy Cross Catholic School and then graduated from Guilderland Central High School in 1973. He resided with his family in...
Gene W. Wyman
Apr 13, 2023
Scotia, NY Gene W. Wyman, 59, passed away at his home in Scotia on Thursday, April 13, 2023. Born in the Bronx, NY on July 27, 1963, Gene was the son of the late Frank and Margaret Smith Wyman. Gene lived his life in the Bronx, Poughkeepsie and finally in the Schenectady area where he finally settled in Scotia. Gene...
George G. Carman
Apr 11, 2023
GUILDERLAND – George G. Carman, 91, of Guilderland, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2023, at home surrounded by his family. Born on April 1, 1932, son of the late Theodore Mase and Adele (Gardner) Carman in Roxbury, NY. George grew up in Prattsville (a small town in the Catskills.) The only child of his parents, he grew up close...
Charlotte M. Redden
Apr 9, 2023
HOOSICK FALLS – Charlotte M. Redden, 86, of Hoosick Falls, formerly of Stephentown, entered into rest on April 9, 2023 at Samaritan Hospital in Troy. The daughter of the late Alexander and Thelma Metcalfe, Charlotte was born on September 16, 1936. Charlotte has lived in Hoosick Falls and then in Stephentown, with her son and his wife. She received her...
Barbara Moak Bennett
Apr 7, 2023
TROY – Barbara A. Moak Bennett passed peacefully into eternal life on April 7, 2023, at Van Rensselaer Manor after a lengthy illness that she faced bravely and calmly. Her loving husband was at her side. She had received the Last Rites and The Apostolic Pardon through the kind care and ministry of her pastor, Father John Yanas of Sacred...
David L. Cipkowski
Apr 6, 2023
WILTON – David L. Cipkowski, 76, of Wilton, formerly of Waterford, entered into rest on April 6, 2023, with his loving wife by his side. The son of the late Victor and Evelyn (Sanders) Cipkowski, David was born on November 24, 1946, in Troy, NY. David was raised in Waterford, where he graduated from Waterford High School. David met his...
John E. Prime
Apr 6, 2023
BALLSTON SPA – John E. Prime of Ballston Spa passed away on April 6, 2023. John was born on July 1, 1944, in North Albany to the late Thomas and Henrietta Prime. Also preceding him in death were his sister Francis Williams, and brothers William and Thomas Prime. John was most proud of his 21 years of service with the...
William L. Clapham
Apr 6, 2023
BRUNSWICK – William L. Clapham of Brunswick, NY passed away peacefully on April 6, 2023, after a long and difficult illness. His cherished family was by his side. Bill would have celebrated his 80th birthday on July 6. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Denise Cunningham Clapham; his four beloved and devoted sons Gregg Clapham of Santa...
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