Obituaries

Aug 4, 2025

ALBANY – Christina Mary Giordano (née VanSteen), age 81, of Albany, NY, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025. She was born in New York, NY, in 1944. Christina is survived by her three daughters and their partners: Stacey Giordano and wife Xiomara Giordano, Denise Giordano and partner Peter Connelly, and Susann (Giordano) Wheeler and husband Matthew Wheeler. She was...

Aug 2, 2025

COHOES – It is with deep sadness, we announce the passing of Francis L. Verchereau, 87, of Cohoes, New York. He passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025 at the Hospice Inn at Saint Peter's Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Francis was a Navy veteran and a successful businessman, including: Globe Electric, Verloi Hardware and multiple real estate investments....

Aug 2, 2025

BALLSTON SPA – Donald L. Bell, 92, passed away peacefully at home August 2, 2025. Born on January 25, 1933 in Schenectady NY to the late William and Elizabeth Bell. He attended Mont Pleasant high school and Siena college. He worked at GE as a Health physicist in radiological training. He and his wife Judy spent many happy years in...

Aug 1, 2025

SCHENECTADY – Patricia Ann Fitzpatrick, 76, of Schenectady, NY, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025, just two days after her 76th birthday. Born and raised in Schenectady, Patricia spent her life deeply rooted in the community she loved. She had a quiet strength, a generous spirit, and a heart full of love for her family, animals, and the simple...

Jul 30, 2025

WYNANTSKILL – Elizabeth Anne "Betty" Aucoin, 67, of Wynantskill, NY, formerly of Waltham, MA, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at home following a long illness. She was born on November 26, 1957 in Waltham, MA, a daughter of the late Joseph Warren Curtis and Marie Pauline (Coye) Curtis. Known as Betty by family and friends, she was raised...

Jul 24, 2025

NORTH BENNINGTON, VT – Cynthia J. Overstreet, 48, of North Bennington, Vermont, passed away at Albany Medical Center on July 24, 2025. She was born in Bennington, Vermont on Veteran's Day, November 11, 1976, a daughter of William Matson, Sr. and Pamela (Baldwin) Matson. Cynthia graduated from Arlington Memorial High School (Class of 1994), she attended classes at CCV. Cynthia...

Jul 24, 2025

GUILDERLAND – Peter B. McHugh, 80, of Guilderland, NY, passed away suddenly but peacefully on July 24, 2025, after a full life filled with friendships, lively conversation, music, and family. Born on October 17, 1944, in Washington, DC, Peter was the son of the late J. Weir and Eleanor McHugh. He was raised in Niskayuna, NY, and graduated from Colgate...

Jul 23, 2025

SCHENECTADY – Chris Hellijas, born on December 29, 1955, and a lifelong resident of Schenectady, New York, passed away on July 23, 2025. Chris spent much of his life working hard to provide for his family and retired from Metro Ford. He is survived by his sons, Ryan Hellijas and Joseph Hellijas; Ryan's mother and Chris's life partner, Linda Hotailing;...

Jul 23, 2025

TROY – Augustinas (Augie) Vaicius was born in Stuttgart, Germany on May 5, 1946 where his  family had fled from the Russian Occupation of their home in Lithuania after WWII. They emigrated to Hudson, NY in 1948 where Augie grew up attending Catholic schools. Augie attended 3 years at Fordham University before joining the Army in 1966 and serving in...

Jul 22, 2025

SCHENECTADY –

Matthew D. Bertrand 41, of Schenectady, passed away Tuesday July 22, 2025 surrounded by family and loved ones.

Matthew was born on September 13, 1983 in Pensacola, Florida. The son of Douglas J. Bertrand and the late Laurie A. Bertrand. He is survived by his son Andrew J. Bertrand his sisters, Kacy M. Bertrand, Emily...

Jul 19, 2025

EAST GREENBUSH -

Karen Elaine David, aged 75, passed away on July 19, 2025 in Albany, NY. Born on July 10, 1950, Karen dedicated her life to her family and a successful career in banking and insurance. However, her family was her cornerstone in life, and she always prioritized her role as a mother and...

Jul 9, 2025

SARATOGA SPRINGS – David M. Aronson died peacefully, July 9, 2025, with his loving family by his side. He was born February 10, 1939, in Glens Falls, NY to Herman and Marion (Dineen) Aronson. His wife of 55 years, Carol (Yanklowitz) Aronson, preceded him in death as did his beloved sister Joan (Vince) Cervone. David found love again with Jane...

Jul 8, 2025

ALBANY – Lorraine Walls, 53, of Albany, formerly of Hawthorne, NY, passed away on July 8, 2025, in Albany, NY.  Lorraine was a graduate of Westlake High School and SUNY Purchase. Lorraine had a zest for life that is hard to explain in words – she brightened every room she entered. You never had to guess how Lorraine was feeling,...

Jul 8, 2025

GREEN ISLAND –

Timothy Edward Haley,  61, of Green Island, formerly of Latham, passed away on July 8, 2025 at Samaritan Hospital in Troy, NY.

He was born on July 11, 1963 in Albany, NY. He was the son of the late Janet May Tribley and William Edward Haley...

Jul 7, 2025

NISKAYUNA – Mr. Kenneth J. Hackett, 50, of Niskayuna, passed away unexpectedly at Ellis Hospital o n Monday, July 7, 2025. He was born on March 18, 1975 in Niagara Falls, New York to parents Kenneth P. Hackett and Eleanor (Tweedale) Hackett. Kenneth, or Ken, as he was known by family and friends, was raised in both Jamestown and Saratoga...

Jul 5, 2025

GRAFTON – Mr. Steven Michael Beaudry, 68, of Grafton, passed away peacefully at his lifetime residence on July 5, 2025. He was born on December 16, 1956 in Troy, New York, a son of the late Norman Beaudry and Gertrude (Bonesteel) Beaudry. Steven (known as Steve by family and friends) was a lifelong resident of Grafton and also maintained a...

Jun 28, 2025

GREEN ISLAND –

Della Mae Howard (Oliver) August 19th 1956 - June 28th 2025.

Della was born in Troy, New York, the second eldest daughter of William Oliver and Bertha Oliver (Poole) out of six. She graduated from Troy High...

Jun 22, 2025

BRUNSWICK – Dr. Richard L. Jones, fondly known as "Dick" by his family and friends, was born March 8, 1946 and passed away peacefully at home in Troy, NY, surrounded by his loving family on June 22, 2025. Dick was a nationally recognized teacher who earned his M.A. from San Francisco State College, and his Ph.D. from the City College...

Jun 22, 2025

PETERSBURG –

Mr. Mark Stanley Pettinger, 57, of Petersburg, formerly of Troy, passed away at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany, NY on June 22, 2025.

He was born in Vermont on May 14, 1968, a son...

Jun 22, 2025

Mr. Edgar H. Laier, age 90, of Guilderland N.Y., passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Sunday, June 22, 2025 as he happily joined his late wife Margaret E. Laier into life everlasting.

Edgar was known for his warmth, generosity and dedication to his...