Obituaries

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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....

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...

Jun 15, 2023

SCHENECTADY - Patricia M. Hurley of Schenectady, was born on March 12, 1950. She died on June 15, 2023 at the age of 73 at the Capstone Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Amsterdam, NY. Patricia is survived by one son, Jason Hurley of Central Bridge, NY. Cremation has taken place through the care of Simple Choices, Inc. There will be...

Jun 13, 2023

TROY – 08/13/1924 - 6/13/2023 World War II Veteran, accomplished engineer, real estate entrepreneur, and avid boating enthusiast. We bid a fond farewell. God bless. Survived by brother John, children: Jenitza Mochulsky, Charles Travis, Sam Travis, James Travis, Terry Travis, Barbara Herrey, daughter-in-laws: Carolann Casey, Kimberly O'Rourke, Kelly Travis, 12 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Cremation has taken place through...

Jun 13, 2023

August 2, 1944 - June 13, 2023 TROY - Maureen C. Slattery was born, August 2, 1944, the second of three sisters, the eldest, Lois, and her younger sister, Pamula, to Dorothy and Loyal Cure. Her early years were lived in Berlin NY. In 1962, she graduated from Berlin High School, whereupon she became engaged and soon married to her...

Jun 12, 2023

GREENVILLE- Judith A. Moran of Greenville New York passed away on June 12, 2023, peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family at the of age 66. Judy was born in Catskill NY on January 12, 1957. She grew up in Freehold NY, with her parents and siblings. She loved gardening and worked at Story's Nursery for many years....

Jun 12, 2023

REXFORD – Harry K. Spindler was born in Grand Marsh, WI to Harry O. and Mary Spindler. He had three siblings: sister Eleanor and brothers James and Dean. He attended public schools in Wisconsin and upon graduation enlisted in the US Navy, where he served on active duty from 1946-1948. He was recalled due to the Korean War and served...

Jun 11, 2023

SELKIRK – Bernard L. Tansey, 74, died peacefully at home on June 11, 2023, after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his husband of 39 years, George Clifford, and his loving family. He was pre-deceased by his parents, Bernard J., and Diana Rivera Tansey. He was born in New London, CT, February 6, 1949, and was raised in Groton,...

Jun 11, 2023

GRAFTON - Wallace Thomas Hayes, Sr., fondly known as "Tip", born September 9, 1943, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday June 11, 2023. Tip was at home in Grafton, surrounded by his wonderful family. He fought the good fight for well over a year but lost the battle to a combination of many serious illnesses. Tip was...

Jun 9, 2023

SARATOGA SPRINGS - Krista L. Cherry, age 33, passed away suddenly at her home on Friday, June 9th, 2023 in Troy, NY. Krista attended Saratoga Springs schools and graduated from Adirondack Dental Assisting School. She also worked in classified advertising at the Saratogian Newspaper. Krista will always be remembered as a warm and giving person, beautifully artistic and full of...