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.
Dennis L. Roberts
May 17, 2022
NASSAU- Dennis L. Roberts, 71, of Nassau, entered into rest on May 17, 2022. The son of the late Leon H., Jr. and Florence (O'Neill) Roberts, Dennis was born on November 1, 1950, in North Adams, Mass. He was the husband of Catherine R. (Dollard) Roberts. Dennis was raised in Hancock, Mass. He received his education from McCann Vocational Technical...
Claude O. Rizzicone, Jr.
May 13, 2022
SCHENECTADY- Claude O. Rizzicone, Jr., 81, of Schenectady passed away on Friday May 13, 2022, after a long illness. Claude was predeceased by his parents, one brother and two sisters. Survived by his wife, Martha M. Rizzicone, a son Claude D. Rizzicone, daughter Suzette Dale, six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Claude enjoyed hunting and fishing. And was liked by...
Charles J. O'Brien
May 13, 2022
COHOES – Charles J. O'Brien, 83, of Cohoes, entered into rest on May 13, 2022, in the comfort of his own home. The son of the late James M. O'Brien and Helen (Simmons) O'Brien, Charles was born on August 24, 1938, in Albany, New York. He was raised and resided most of his life in Loudonville, NY Charles received his...
Gladys Joan Brandow Molter
May 12, 2022
WATERVLIET- Gladys Joan Brandow Molter, 82, of Watervliet, entered into rest unexpectedly on May 12, 2022, in the comfort of her own home. The daughter of the late Michael and Marie Spiers, Gladys was born on January 18, 1940 in Brooklyn, New York. Gladys moved to Catskill where she raised her family and lived for many years before relocating to...
Robert V. Sewell, Iii
May 11, 2022
TROY- Robert V. Sewell III, 66, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 11th, 2022 after battling cancer. The son of the late Robert V. Sewell JR, and Isabelle Lottie (Chappell) Sewell, Robert was born on August 5th, 1955 in Albany, NY. Besides his parents, Robert was predeceased by his lifelong partner Karen Almeida who passed away in November...
Allen J. Calhoun
May 10, 2022
GLOVERSVILLE- Allen J. Calhoun, age 68, passed away on May 10, 2022, at his home peacefully after many years of heart issues. He was born September 18, 1953, in Gloversville, N.Y. He was the son of Raymond G. Calhoun SR. & Betty Jean Johnson-Calhoun-Fraker both of whom predeceased him. Allen is survived by his daughter Nita Calhoun-Kemmer (Kenny), 2 Grandchildren...
Marcia Sue Riccardo
May 8, 2022
COLONIE- Marcia S. Riccardo, 85, of Colonie, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2022. Born in Hudson, NY on June 16, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Everett and Katrina Holdridge. Marcia married Vito Riccardo on January 24, 1970. They shared 35 happy years together until his passing in 2005. Marcia is survived by her step daughter Cindy...
Debra L. Fake
May 7, 2022
BALLSTON LAKE- Debra L. "Debbie" Fake 63, of Ballston Lake, entered into rest peacefully on May 7, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. Debbie was born on January 12, 1959, in Niskayuna, NY, to the late Donald and Elizabeth (Tyrrell) Neison. Debbie spent her younger years growing up in Niskayuna with her 5 sisters. She painted a colorful youth, full of...
Felicia Ann Del Valle
May 6, 2022
BALLSTON LAKE- Felicia Ann (Parisella) Del Valle, 90, of Ballston Lake, entered into rest on May 6, 2022. The daughter of the late Vincenzo and Loretta (Manzi) Parisella, Felicia was born on March 4, 1932 in Millbrook, New York. Felicia spent most of her life in Millbrook, where she worked along-side her mother and father in family flower shops and...
Ronald Allen Royne
May 4, 2022
SLINGERLANDS- Ron Royne died peacefully in his sleep on May 4, 2022, with his beloved wife, Terry, and his faithful dog, Petey, by his side. Ron was born in Chicago, Illinois to the late Leah and Bernie Royne. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. He loved life and had a way of lighting up a...
Ruth R. Delude
Apr 29, 2022
LANSINGBURGH- Ruth R. DeLude, 60, of Lansingburgh, entered into rest unexpectedly on April 29, 2022, in the comfort of her own home. The daughter of the late Henry and Betty Jane (Bryant) Call, Ruth was born in Charlottesville, VA on March 28, 1962. She married the late Clarence A. DeLude, Jr. Survivors include her children: Rebecca Ruth Morris (Jeremy Morris)...
Lawrence R. George
Apr 28, 2022
ALBANY- Lawrence R. George, 53, of Albany, entered into rest on April 28, 2022 The son of the late Joseph and Diane (Greenlaw) George, Larry was born on June 21, 1968 in Albany. Larry was raised in Albany and has resided here, his entire life. He attended Albany Public Schools. Larry was the kind of man who truly loved helping...
Margaret Ann Sevrie
Apr 22, 2022
SCHENECTADY- Margaret Ann Sevrie (Haverly) passed away peacefully on April 22, 2022 after a prolonged battle with Alzheimer's Disease. She was born in Albany, New York, on October 7, 1951, the daughter of Raymond and Sophie (Janssen) Haverly. She graduated from Berne-Knox-Westerlo High School. She then attended Hudson Valley Community College, where she obtained an Associate's Degree. She worked as...
Edward J. Miller
Apr 12, 2022
TROY- Edward J. Miller (Jim) of Troy, NY died on April 12, 2022, after a long illness. He was 73 years old. Jim was born on January 12, 1949, to the late Harold and Helen Miller and is survived by his son Russell Miller and his grandson Joshua Miller, as well as three sisters: Sr. Maria Goretti, Sr. Anastasia Mary,...
John Russell Elmore
Apr 10, 2022
TROY- John Russell Elmore (Russ), 101, of Troy NY, formerly of New Hartford, CT, passed away peacefully early Sunday morning, April 10, 2022. He is survived by his son, John Elmore of Salina, KS, and daughters Susan Elmore of Chatham, NY, and Nancy Wendlandt of Bourne, MA; plus ten grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, two brothers, and a large clan of nieces...
Thomas G. Sunukjian
Apr 4, 2022
Watervliet — Tom Sunukjian, 76, formerly of East Greenbush, NY went on to glory on April 4, 2022, at his home in Watervliet. He is survived by his wife Betty, son Dominic (Jennifer) , daughter Jolee Helf (Brian), and six grandchildren, Casey, Abby, Mary Rose, Sophia, Samuel, and Rebekah. He Graduated in 1962 from Catholic High School in Lansingburgh NY....
Denis Michael Anthony Jones, M.D.
Apr 4, 2022
EAST GREENBUSH- Denis Jones, 75 years, born in Kingston, Jamaica, passed away on April 4, 2022. Denis was a graduate of Wilmer's Boys School in Kingston, Jamaica, where he spent his formative school years. He later graduated from the University of the West Indies Medical School. As a respected physician in the specialization of Radiation Oncology, Denis went on to...
Michael J. Riggi
Apr 3, 2022
ALBANY- Michael J. Riggi was 72 years old when he went home to be with The Lord on April 3,2022. He was surrounded by his loving companion and friend Kathleen Wohlferd at the time of his passing at his residence in Albany NY. Michael was the beloved son of the dearly departed Anthony and Rose Riggi. He is succeeded by...
John F. Jones
Apr 1, 2022
SCOTIA- John F. Jones, 76, of Scotia for 53 years, passed away at home on April 1, 2022 surrounded by loving family members after a 12-month battle with cancer. John was born in Amsterdam on August 5, 1945, to John P. and Evelyn Jones. He was a devoted and loving husband to his wife, Barbara Boedigheimer Jones, and an awesome...
Louis Wayne Skidmore
Mar 27, 2022
Troy, NY Louis Wayne Skidmore, 68, died on March 27, 2022, at Samaritan Hospital, with family by his side. Louis was a roofer by trade for all his life, possessing a keen intellect, he had to navigate through many challenges in his life. Besides his parents, Vera Backheld Skidmore (Wells) and Louis J. Skidmore he was also predeceased by his...
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