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.
Norma Knapp-Fordman
Sep 22, 2022
SCOTIA – Norma Knapp-Fordman, 87, of Scotia, entered into rest on September 22, 2022, in the comfort of her own home. The daughter of the late Clinton and Beatrice Knapp, Norma was born on February 7, 1936, in Albany, New York. She was raised in Albany and resided in Scotia at the time of her death. A woman of faith,...
Lois J. Parella
Sep 22, 2022
CLIFTON PARK – Lois J. Parella, 92, of Clifton Park, formerly of Troy, entered into rest on September 22, 2022. The daughter of the late Thomas and Edith (Mullin) Parella, Lois was born on September 3, 1930, in Troy. She was raised in South Troy and was a graduate of Troy High School. Ms. Parella has resided in Sycaway and...
Jeffrey Lee Stuart
Sep 21, 2022
AMSTERDAM – Jeffrey "Jeff" Lee Stuart, 64, of Amsterdam, New York, passed peacefully into rest on September 21, 2022, in the comfort of his home. Born to parents Charles and Helen (Odom) Stuart on April 9, 1958, Jeff's childhood began in Kentucky before moving to Shell Beach, CA where he was raised by his mother and stepfather Theil Collette. A...
James A. Ryan
Sep 21, 2022
EAST GREENBUSH – James A. Ryan, 74, of East Greenbush, entered into rest on September 21, 2022, in the comfort of his own home. The son of the late Charles Joseph and Dorothy E. (Weatherwax) Ryan, James was born on May 23, 1948, in Plattsburgh, New York. Mr. Ryan was raised in Slingerlands and was a graduate of Guilderland Central...
Travis John Myers
Sep 20, 2022
COHOES – It is with profound sorrow that we announce the death of our beloved son, brother and nephew, Travis John Myers, 41, of Cohoes, formerly of Plattsburgh, who entered into rest unexpectedly on September 20, 2022, in the comfort of his own home. The son of Joseph Ross Myers, Sr. and Barbara Jean Breyette, Travis was born on November...
Brett James Vertefeuille
Sep 17, 2022
WATERFORD – Brett James Vertefeuille, 64, of Waterford, passed away after a brief battle with cancer, on Saturday, September 17, 2022, at the Stratton V.A. Medical Center in Albany, N.Y. Born in Troy and raised in Waterford, Brett was the seventh of twelve children of the late Edward and Helen (Bryk) Vertefeuille. He attended Waterford Halfmoon Schools. Brett was self-employed...
Frank Peter Izzo, Jr.
Sep 16, 2022
TROY - On Friday, September 16, 2022, Frank Peter Izzo Jr, a beloved husband, passed unexpectedly at the age of 65. Frank is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Stephanie (Looby) Izzo, with whom he shared all of life's special moments. Frank, born on November 8, 1956, was a native of Mechanicville, New York, and a graduate of...
John E. Brooks
Sep 16, 2022
SCOTIA – On Friday, September 16, 2022, John E. Brooks, loving husband, father, and brother passed away at Ellis Hospital at the age of 84. John was born February 11, 1938, in Charlton, NY to the late Richard and Helen (Kane) Brooks. On May 29, 1965, John married the love of his life, Beverly J. Palmer. Together they raised two...
Robert W. Clark Iii
Sep 14, 2022
GLENS FALLS – Robert W. Clark III, 59, of Glens Falls, entered into rest on September 14, 2022, at Glens Falls Hospital. The son of Nancy (Johnson) Clark and the late Robert W. Clark II, Robert III was born on June 25, 1963, in Middletown, Connecticut. Mr. Clark was a resident of Glens Falls and was formerly employed as a...
Nathaniel John Cumo
Sep 12, 2022
BRUNSWICK – It is with profound sorrow that we announce the death of Nathaniel John Cumo, age 16, of Brunswick, who died tragically on September 12, 2022, from injuries he sustained when struck by a motor vehicle. The son of Stacy Ann Conklin and John Keven Cumo, Jr., Nathaniel was born on January 31, 2006, at Albany Medical Center Hospital...
Erica S. Romanowski
Sep 9, 2022
SELKIRK - Always in Our Hearts. Erica S. Romanowski was born Erica Suzanne McQuillen to Mona (Guay) McQuillen and the late Robert F. McQuillen on July 30, 1972. Friday, September 9, 2022, Jesus carried Erica home to our Heavenly Father on what would have been Mona and Bob's 55th wedding anniversary. Erica is survived by her mom, Mona McQuillen, her...
Mary Lee Wesley Bullock
Sep 8, 2022
ALBANY – Mary Lee Wesley Bullock, 71 of Albany, entered into rest on September 8, 2022, in the comfort of her own home in Albany. The daughter of the late Charlie and Cora Todd, Mary was born on December 23, 1949, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Ms. Wesley Bullock has resided in Spartanburg, S.C., Manhattan and Albany, New York. She received...
Ann Marie Bashista
Sep 6, 2022
HALFMOON, NY – Ann Marie Bashista (Godin, Caple, Buell), 76, of Halfmoon, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on September 6, 2022. She passed peacefully at her home with family by her side. The daughter of the late Paul and Sybil (Myott) Godin, Ann Marie was born on May 4, 1946, in Richford VT. Ann had a successful...
Joseph William Plass, Jr.
Sep 5, 2022
COPAKE – Joseph W. Plass, Jr., 50, of Copake, New York, entered into rest suddenly on September 5, 2022, at Sharon Hospital in Sharon, Connecticut. The son of Dolores (Fagan) Plass and the late Joseph W. Plass, Joseph, Jr. was born on December 11, 1971, in Hudson, New York. Mr. Plass received his education from Hudson High School. In addition...
Nancy Jean Sokil
Sep 4, 2022
WESTMERE – Nancy Jean (Stahl) Sokil, 59, of Westmere, passed away early Sunday morning on September 4, 2022, after a long battle of health problems, starting with a Scleroderma diagnosis in 2003. Nancy was a dedicated wife, a proud mother, and a loving grandmother. She was born on October 18, 1962 and graduated from Guilderland High School in 1980. Nancy...
Wayne C. Ziegler
Sep 3, 2022
TROY – Wayne C. Ziegler, 62, of Troy, New York, formerly of Old Bridge, New Jersey, entered into rest on September 3, 2022, at the Stratton V.A. Medical Center in Albany, New York. The son of the late Robert and Elizabeth Anne Ziegler, Wayne was born on May 5, 1959, in Burlington, Vermont. Mr. Ziegler received his education from Cedar...
Shirley Anne Zampier
Sep 2, 2022
LATHAM – Shirley Anne Zampier, 89, of Latham, New York, formerly of Barre, Vermont, entered into rest on September 2, 2022. The daughter of the late Robert and Eveline (Knutson) Belknap, Shirley was born on May 18, 1933, in Barre, Vermont, where she was raised. Shirley has resided in Watervliet, New York, Venice, Florida, and lastly, Latham, New York, up...
Carolyn J. Micklas
Sep 1, 2022
SCHENECTADY – Carolyn J. Micklas, 83, of Schenectady, entered into rest on September 1, 2022, at the Ellis Residential & Rehabilitation Center in Schenectady. The daughter of the late Michael W. and Audria M. (Lattrell) Micklas, Carolyn was born on October 31, 1938, in Mechanicville, New York, and made Schenectady, New York her home. Ms. Micklas was formerly employed by...
Richard C. Harding
Aug 30, 2022
CLIFTON PARK – Richard C. Harding, 75, of Clifton Park, NY, formerly of St. George, UT, passed away on August 30, 2022, at Samaritan Hospital in Troy. The son of the late Harold W. Harding, Sr., and Dorothy (Blum) Harding, Richard was born on March 5, 1947, in Bath, NY. He was raised in Freeport, NY and received his education...
Bruce Kuty
Aug 30, 2022
COPAKE – "The Man, The Myth, The Legend" Bruce's "Last Call" occurred on August 30, 2022. He was the son the late Eugene and Wanda Kuty of Hillsdale, NY. As the owner of the Copake Inn (AKA "The Zoo") for many years, Bruce had many friends, a few enemies, recurring romances, and a very unique sense of humor. Some would...
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