Elizabeth Jewell Krieger
Jun 9, 2023
CLIFTON PARK - Elizabeth Jewell Reynolds-Enders-Krieger lived 88 years until her death on June 9, 2023. She died peacefully at home with the assurance of seeing her Savior in heaven. Beth was born to Willis Leon Reynolds and Emma Lou (Hyden) Reynolds in their small farmhouse in Greggton, Texas, which had neither heat nor electricity. From Greggton they moved to...
Sarah Catherine Empie
Jun 9, 2023
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Sarah Catherine Empie, born on December 12, 1989, in Troy, New York was the beloved daughter of Steven and Patricia Empie of Pittstown, New York. Sarah departed her earthly life on Friday, June 9, 2023, at the age of 33. Sarah graduated from Averill Park High School and attended Hudson Valley Community College. From an early age...
Roxanne Richeson
Jun 8, 2023
ALBANY – Roxanne Richeson, 69, of 40 Providence Street, Albany, went to meet the Lord on June 8, 2023, at home after battling cancer surrounded by family and friends. Roxanne was a 1972 graduate of the former Canisteo Central School, Alfred State College, St. James School of Nursing, and received her BSN from Regents External. She is now retired from...
Willie J. Grier
Jun 8, 2023
TROY – On June 8, 2023, God decided to send for his singing angel, Willie James "Shorty" Grier. Willie James Grier was born on July 29, 1952, in Brewton, AL. to Willia Mae Grier and Willie James Grier, Sr. He was the eldest child and first son of eight children. Willie attended Albany Public Schools, Elementary through High School. Willie...
Richard S. Bennett
Jun 6, 2023
LANSINGBURGH - Richard S. Bennett of Lansingburgh, NY passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. He was predeceased by his daughters, Lorie Rae and Lindsay Jean Bennett. He is survived by his brother Timothy Bennett and his sisters Barbara Parella, Karen Le'Que, and Beth Macey and by six nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents...
Donald R. Thurston
Jun 5, 2023
BURNT HILLS - Donald R. Thurston, age 93, Professor Emeritus of Union College, died June 5, 2023 in Albany, NY. A resident of Burnt Hills, NY, Thurston was born August 9th, 1929, in Beaumont, Texas, the son of Robert Ray and Pauline Moore Thurston. He graduated from Horace Greeley High School in Chappaqua, New York in 1947. He received his...
Darlene A. Leonard
Jun 2, 2023
TROY — Darlene Leonard passed away peacefully at home on June 2, 2023, after a one-year brutal battle with tongue cancer. She was known for her sense of humor and her many crafting skills. Darlene is survived by her sons, Michael (Jess) Leonard in Arvada, Colo., and David (Chase) Leonard in Virginia; her ex-husband John Leonard in Broomfield, Colo.; her...
Marshall Edward Dufel
Jun 1, 2023
ROTTERDAM - Marshall Edward Dufel, 69, of Rotterdam, NY passed away on June 1, 2023, at the Hospice Inn at St Peter's Hospital, Albany, NY after a battle with cancer. Marshall was employed as an antique appraiser and dealer with several auction businesses in the area. He also was an accomplished clock and furniture restorer. His real passion was gardening...
Glenn A. Harris
May 31, 2023
LATHAM –
Glenn A. Harris, 70, of Latham, passed away on May 31, 2023.
Glenn was predeceased by his parents Grace and Nelson Harris and his sister Diane Harris.
A special "Thank You"...
Michael Parker
May 30, 2023
REXFORD – Michael Parker, 69, of Rexford, entered into rest in the comfort of his own home under Hospice Care on May 30, 2023, with his loved ones by his side. The son of the late John and Anna Parker, Michael was born on September 19, 1953, in Manhattan, NYC. Mr. Parker was employed by the State of New York...
Kevin M. O'Hearn
May 28, 2023
April 5, 1947 - May 28, 2023 Our Pop left this world on May 28th, 2023. It is hard to express what he has meant to all of us, and it breaks our hearts that our time here together is over. But throughout your life, you filled our hearts with wonderful memories, good times, celebrated our triumphs and guided us...
Phoebe R. Lewinski
May 28, 2023
ALBANY - Phoebe R. Lewinski, 103, of Albany, died on Sunday, May 28, 2023, at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center in Guilderland, NY. Born in Yoker, Scotland (now part of Glasgow), she immigrated to the United States in July 1923 with her mother, Phoebe Parker (West), and two younger sisters to join her father Arthur Parker in New York...
Francis J. Thompson, Jr.
May 28, 2023
TROY – Francis J. "Frank" Thompson, Jr., 78, of Troy, passed away on May 28, 2023. The son of the late Francis J. Thompson, Sr. and Alice. P. (Burns) Thompson, Francis, or Frank, as he was known by family and friends, was born on July 5, 1944, in Troy, New York. He was a lifelong resident of Troy. His career...
Donald Dale Smith
May 27, 2023
Galway – Donald D. Smith went to be with our Lord on May 27, 2023, peacefully in the comfort of his home. The son of the late Dale and Mary (Prozen) Smith, Donald was born on October 20, 1937 in Kingsford, Michigan. Donald finished his first nine years of public education in the Detroit Public School system as an honorary...
Joseph Alan Bagley
May 27, 2023
MENANDS – Joseph Alan Bagley, 62, of Menands, formerly of Albany, passed away on Friday May 27, 2023, at Samarian Hospital in Troy following a brief illness. Joseph was born in Albany and lived most of his life in Albany before moving to Menands 5 years ago. He worked for the Watervliet Arsenal and also for the City of Albany...
William P. Delligan
May 25, 2023
DELANSON – William P. Delligan, 59, of Delanson, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his own home on May 25, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. The son of the late Anthony, Sr. and Mary (McCullough) Delliagan, William was born on February 19, 1964, in Albany, New York. He was raised in the Town of Knox and attended local...
Claudina Kercado
May 22, 2023
AMSTERDAM – Claudina Kercado, 93, of Amsterdam, was called home to Heaven by her Lord and Savior. She passed away peacefully from this life, hard working hands at rest, at St. Mary's Healthcare in Amsterdam on May 22, 2023 with her loving family by her side. The daughter of the late Saturnino and Claudina (Cortes) Hernandez, Claudina was born on...
Catherine Mcelroy
May 18, 2023
RENSSELAER - Catherine McElroy, 63, of Rensselaer, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2023 in the comfort of her own home under hospice care. The daughter of the late George, Sr. and Jacqueline Kilcher, Catherine was born on September 14, 1959 in Albany. She is survived by her children: Tracey (Christopher), Brian (Casandra), Jennifer (Matthew), Jessica (Ryan), Keriann (Eric), Her...
Kathleen Burke
May 18, 2023
LATHAM - Kathleen Burke, 76, of Latham, New York, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2023, with family members by her side. She was a loving wife and mother, doting grandmother/great-grandmother, and devoted friend. She is remembered for her generosity, commitment to family, lasting friendships, and love of her pets. Kathleen is survived by her husband Marchel, children Luecinda (Walter),...
Cleo N. Junco
May 18, 2023
GUILDERLAND – Cleo N. Junco, 73, of Guilderland, formerly of Frewsburg, NY, entered into rest on May 18, 2023, at The Community Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. The daughter of the late W. Clifford Nobbs and Carol (Cedarquist) Nobbs, Cleo was born on June 23, 1949, in Jamestown, NY. She was raised in Frewsburg, NY and was...
