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.
Robert D. Williams
Mar 16, 2023
COHOES – Robert D. Williams, affectionately called "Red" or "Uncle Mickey", age 92, of Cohoes, passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at his home surrounded by his children. Robert was predeceased by his loving wife of 60 years, Anna Simon. He is survived by his 5 children: Audrey Reilly (Skip), Deborah Moore, Ross Williams, Don Williams (Kelly), and Michele...
Alice M. Vandenburg
Mar 16, 2023
COLONIE – Alice M. VanDenburg, 86, of Colonie, entered into rest in the comfort of her own home on March 16, 2023. Born on November 18, 1936, in New Hampshire. Alice was the daughter of the late Melvin and Beatrice Deblois. She formerly resided and was educated in New Hampshire and lived her adult life in Colonie, NY. Alice worked...
Louise Willis Felkel
Mar 14, 2023
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Louise Willis Felkel, affectionately "Grandma Lou" or "Grandma Lou Lou", passed away on March 14, 2023, at the age of 100. Louise was the daughter of the late Alfonso and Maria Buono. She was born in Brooklyn, NY and was raised there and in Huntington NY. Louise was predeceased by her first and second husbands, Henry Willis...
Hui Min Chai
Mar 14, 2023
QUEENSBURY - Bill Chai (Hui Min Chai), passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 after a brief hospital stay following a heart attack. He was 78. Bill was born in 1944 in the Fujian province of China. He was one of 5 children of father Yi Chai and mother Shu-Ching Yu. His family moved to Taiwan when he was seven....
Jude (Nee Schaudenecker) Jarvis
Mar 13, 2023
OLD CHATHAM, NEW YORK - Jude Jarvis (nee Schaudenecker), born January 29, 1950, entered eternal life on Monday, March 13, 2023. She enjoyed the peacefulness of her home in Old Chatham, NY. Raised in Poughkeepsie, NY, she went to Our Lady of Lourdes High School, graduated from Marist College, and earned her Nursing degree at Mount Saint Mary College. She...
Mary L. Haltermann
Mar 12, 2023
VALATIE – Mary L. Haltermann of Valatie, New York passed away on March 12, 2023, after a long illness. She was born in Glens Falls, New York to Daniel J. Haltermann, Sr. and Delores Gulickson. She was predeceased by her parents. Mary is survived by her partner of 25 years, Terrence P. Cummings, of Valatie, her older brother, Daniel J....
Renee Apryl Pier
Mar 9, 2023
TROY – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Renee Apryl Pier-Valenti, who passed away on March 9, 2023, at the age of 56 surrounded by her loving family. Renee was born on March 17th, St. Patrick's Day of 1966 in Massachusetts and raised in Beaufort, SC, before moving to Troy, NY, where she lived for...
Warren William Sheldon
Mar 8, 2023
SCOTIA- Warren William Sheldon (71) of Scotia, NY (formerly of Schenectady), passed unexpectedly on March 8, 2023. He is survived by his sister, Gwendolyn Sheldon; wife, Betty Ann Hughes; son Adam (Katie) and children Alex, Sarah, and Liam; son Eli (Brandi) and children Malaki and Mina; daughter-in-law Jessica Galusha and sons Dominick and Noah; stepson David Ballinger; stepdaughter Amelia Davies...
Nancy J. Varian
Mar 8, 2023
COHOES – On March 8, 2023, Nancy Varian passed away at home surrounded by the love of her sister and brother. Born June 9, 1965, Nancy was the seventh child born to Rosemary and Clyde Varian. Her siblings include brothers: Robert, Richard (Tracy), Peter (Tammy), Paul (Mary), Michael, Brian, Christopher, and Keith Varian, and sisters: Susan Varian (Sherri), and Bonnie...
Thomas P. Vanderhoof
Mar 7, 2023
ALBANY - Thomas P. Vanderhoof of Albany passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, March 7, 2023, at 86 years old. Tom leaves behind his son, Stephen Vanderhoof (Aviva); his daughter, Sarah Diefendorf (Jake); his grandchildren, Simmy, Shalom, BT, AY, Celia, Chloe and Camilla; his sisters, Ann Dedrick and Lynn Vanderhoof; and his former wife, Ida Vanderhoof. He was predeceased by his...
John Winnicki
Mar 6, 2023
SCOTIA – John Winnicki, 71, of Scotia, formerly of East Greenbush, passed away on March 6, 2023, at the Joan Nicole Prince Home in Scotia under Hospice Care. The son of the late Antoni and June (Palmer) Winnicki, John was born on May 15, 1951, in East Greenbush, NY. In his spare time, John loved working at the farm, planting...
Roxy Marie Smith
Mar 4, 2023
ALBANY – Roxy Marie Smith, 72, of Albany, passed suddenly at home surrounded by her children on Saturday, March 4, 2023 Born January 26, 1951, in Spokane, Washington, she was the daughter of the late Clifford and Wynetta Tinsley. Roxy later moved to California where she met her soon to be husband Ernest W. Smith, Jr. They enjoyed life in...
Richard J. Stack
Mar 2, 2023
ALBANY - Richard J. Stack departed this life with his family by his side on March 2, 2023. He was predeceased by his Father Patrick Stack and mother Genevieve Stack. He was survived by his children. Richard and Patricia Stack, Carolyn Stack, Brian and Kathleen Stack, Amy Stack and his youngest daughter Kathleen Stack. Cremation has taken place through the...
John K. Chicoine, Sr.
Mar 2, 2023
TROY - John K. Chicoine, Sr., 72, of Troy, passed away on March 2, 2023, surrounded by family. John enjoyed collecting items, watching The Simpsons, online shopping, and helping others around his building. He looked forward to having early morning coffee with his son, John, Jr., and being surrounded by his grandchildren and great grandchildren. John leaves behind his son...
Bonnie Lee Lilley
Mar 1, 2023
ANCRAM, NEW YORK – Bonnie Lee Lilley, 68, of Ancram, NY passed away surrounded by loved ones on March 1, 2023. Born April 27, 1954, in Hudson, NY she was the daughter to the late Ralph Kilmer and Lorraine (Sulkey) Kilmer. Bonnie is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Thomas Lilley, children: Garett "Scott" Lilley and Mandy Lilley...
William K. Bunk, Phd.
Feb 28, 2023
DELMAR- William Killeen Bunk, PhD, a scholar and gentleman, writer, storyteller and wit, died February 28, 2023 of three different stage 4 cancers, which he had fought bravely for many years. His beloved wife of 40 years was at his side. Bill was born December 8, 1942 in Bay Shore, LI, the second child of Mary Rose Killeen and Louis...
Anthony M. Delligan, Jr.
Feb 24, 2023
BERNE – Anthony M. Delligan, Jr., 60, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully at the home of his brother on February 24, 2023, under Hospice Care. The son of the late Anthony M. Delligan, Sr. and Mary (McCullough) Delligan, Anthony was born on September 11, 1962, in Albany. He was raised in the Berne-Knox-Westerlo area and attended local schools. Anthony loved...
Penny A. Ryan
Feb 23, 2023
SPEIGLETOWN - Penny A. Ryan, 64, of Speigletown, formerly of Lansingburgh, entered into rest on February 23, 2023, at Samaritan Hospital in Troy. The daughter of the late Marvin and Antoinette (Frederico) Iler, Penny was born on January 29, 1959, in Troy, NY. Penny was raised in Lansingburgh and graduated from Lansingburgh High School. She was employed for over 40...
Jeffrey R. Greco
Feb 22, 2023
WEVERTOWN- Jeffrey R. Greco, 59, passed away on February 22, 2023 after a very short battle with cancer at Glens Falls Hospital in Glens Falls, NY. Jeff was born on February 24, 1963 at the same hospital. The following obituary was written by Jeff himself with help from his loving wife, Laura. Jeff was a St. Mary's Academy of Glens...
John L. Vanluyk
Feb 20, 2023
SCHENECTADY - John L. VanLuyk, 89, died peacefully on February 20, 2023, at his home at Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation after a prolonged illness. Mr. VanLuyk was born on March 30, 1933, in Bloomfield, New Jersey to Arie and Anna VanLuyk, immigrants from Holland. During his happy childhood, Dad developed his abilities on the drums and played in many school...
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