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.

Richard O. Reiser, Sr.

Richard O. Reiser, Sr.

Jun 30, 2022

HUDSON – Richard Osmer Reiser, Sr. passed away on June 30, 2022, as a result of various health complications after contracting COVID. He was 85 years old. Richard was born in Huguenot, NY, October 3, 1936, the second son to Clarence Reiser Sr and Augusta Cuddeback Reiser. He is predeceased by his older brother, Clarence Reiser Jr and his former...

A. Marie Dickens

A. Marie Dickens

Jun 30, 2022

LATHAM – A. Marie (McCullough) Dickens, 100, of Latham, formerly of East Kingston, entered into rest on June 30, 2022, in the comfort of her own home, surrounded by her loving family. As Marie declined with Dementia her daughter ensured that she stayed at home and was well taken care of for over 16 years. Born during a snowstorm on...

Douglas Robert Friborg

Douglas Robert Friborg

Jun 29, 2022

CHESTER, VT – Douglas Robert Friborg, 75, of Chester, Vermont, entered into rest on June 29, 2022. The son of the late Robert and Helen (Engstrom) Friborg, Douglas was born on October 11, 1946, in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his sister Barbara (Friborg) Creighton and nephews Richard Budnick and Christopher Budnick. He is survived by...

Leman George Lane

Leman George Lane

Jun 26, 2022

AMSTERDAM - Leman George Lane, 89, of Amsterdam, NY and formerly of Chestnut Ridge, NY, died peacefully at Capstone Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on June 26, 2022, due to complications from Lewy Body Dementia. The son of the late George Hugh and Emily Abigail (Apgar) Lane, Leman (Lee) was born on October 15, 1932, in Norwich, CT. He was raised...

Ned B. Norton

Ned B. Norton

Jun 26, 2022

ALBANY- Ned B. Norton, 87, of Albany, entered into rest on June 26, 2022. The son of Owen Norton and Rosalind (Funk) Norton, Ned was born on August 20, 1934, in Hudson, New York. He lived his childhood in Germantown, where he played along the river, a little boy fishing and romping and adventuring as little boys do. He resided...

Marie E. Gaynor

Marie E. Gaynor

Jun 24, 2022

DELMAR, NY - Marie E. Gaynor (nee McColgan) died on June 24, 2022. Marie was born on May 22, 1928, in Jackson Heights, Queens, to Philip and Catherine McColgan. She graduated from Newtown High School in 1947 and went on to work as a secretary in Manhattan until marrying Joseph P. Gaynor in 1951. Marie and Joe raised their four...

Susan A. Kolesinskas

Susan A. Kolesinskas

Jun 22, 2022

ALBANY - Susan Anna Kolesinskas, 94, of Albany, New York, entered into rest on June 22, 2022. The daughter of the late Frank and Maranda (Bohn) MacIntire, Susan was born on September 22, 1927, in Binghamton, New York. Susan was raised in the Scranton, Pennsylvania area. She resided in Binghamton for most of her life. In her later years she...

James  Didonato

James Didonato

Jun 21, 2022

ROTTERDAM- James (Jimmy) DiDonato, entered into rest on June 21, 2022. Born and raised in Rotterdam, James was adored by his grandparents, James & Anna DiDonato, as well as by his Uncle Atillio. From them, he experienced the immense generosity that he carried with him throughout his 80 years. He grew up in and was the proud owner of a...

Carol N. Borysewicz

Carol N. Borysewicz

Jun 21, 2022

ROTTERDAM- Carol (Nichols) Borysewicz passed away peacefully on June 21, 2022, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. At long last, she is free from pain. Carol was a kind and compassionate caregiver to many families for over 30 years and she continued caring for others even while battling her own illness. She had the most generous spirit and...

Kevin Alan Sergent

Kevin Alan Sergent

Jun 20, 2022

ORISKANY FALLS, NY - Kevin Alan Sergent, 63, of Oriskany Falls, entered into rest June 20, 2022. The son of the late Clinton E. and Helen M. (Perry) Sergent, Kevin was born on March 11, 1959, in Oneida, New York. He was raised in Munnsville, NY. For most of his life he resided in the Waterville area. Kevin was a...

Linda Ann (Falk) Fowler

Linda Ann (Falk) Fowler

Jun 18, 2022

GREENWICH, NY – Linda Ann (Falk) Fowler, 74, of Greenwich, entered into rest on June 18, 2022. The daughter of the late Henry and Zelma (Salminen) Falk, Linda was born on May 3, 1948, in New York City. She was raised in New York City and spent summers on Shelter Island, NY She resided in Troy, NY for most of...

Thomas Ivan Lange

Thomas Ivan Lange

Jun 17, 2022

SARATOGA SPRINGS – Thomas Ivan Lange, 59, of Saratoga Springs, entered into rest unexpectedly at home on June 17, 2022. The son of Katherine (MacDonald) and the late John Weber Lange, Thomas was born on March 29, 1963, and raised in Lockport, New York. He received his education from Lockport High School, Class of 1981. After graduation Tom joined the...

Kathryn Lois (Woelfersheim) Welch

Kathryn Lois (Woelfersheim) Welch

Jun 17, 2022

SCHAGHTICOKE – Kathryn Lois (Woelfersheim) Welch, 88, of Schaghticoke, entered into rest on June 17, 2022. The daughter of the late Frederick A. and Ruth D. (Tremper) Woelfersheim, Kathryn was born on April 29, 1934, in Kingston, New York. At a young age, Kathryn and her family moved from Kingston to Troy, Speigletown and finally settling in Schaghticoke where she...

David Harold Campbell

David Harold Campbell

Jun 15, 2022

COLONIE- David Harold Campbell, 60, of Colonie, entered into rest unexpectedly on June 15, 2022, in the comfort and privacy of his own home. The son of the late Ronald Earl and Dorothy Joan (Davis) Campbell, David was born on July 13, 1961, in Schenectady, New York. David was born in Schenectady, NY, and raised in Schenectady and Latham NY....

Edward B. Parker, Jr.

Edward B. Parker, Jr.

Jun 13, 2022

EAST GREENBUSH- Edward Bert Parker, Jr. 59, passed away at home on June 13, 2022. Born on October 24, 1962, he was the son of Edward and Jessie Parker of Indian Lake, NY and Lehigh Acres, FL. He graduated from Indian Lake Central School. Ed is survived by his wife, Lynn; sons, Terry Parker, and Dustin Parker; sisters, Holly (Robert)...

William Steven Goff

William Steven Goff

Jun 12, 2022

OAK HILL, NY- William Steven Goff, 56, of Albany, formerly of Oak Hill, New York, entered into rest on June 12, 2022, in the comfort of his own home following a long illness. The son of the late Steven Emory and Marie Helen (Cropsey) Goff, William was born on April 4, 1966, in Hudson, New York. Mr. Goff was a...

Frank E. Mayott

Frank E. Mayott

Jun 11, 2022

TROY – Frank E. Mayott, 69, of Catskill, formerly of Troy and Columbia County, entered into rest on June 11, 2022, following a long illness. The son of the late Hardick George and Clara (Swan) Mayott, Frank was born on August 10, 1952, in Troy, New York. He was a lifelong resident of Troy and recently resided in Columbia County...

Regina Mary Orapello

Regina Mary Orapello

Jun 10, 2022

COEYMANS- Regina Mary Orapello, 63, of Coeymans, formerly of Haverstraw, New York, entered into rest on June 10, 2022. The daughter of Bernadette (Lynch) Lennon and the late George Lennon, Regina was born on November 29, 1958, in Pompton Plains, New Jersey. She was raised in Pompton Lakes, N.J. and has lived in Haverstraw, N.Y. for 25 years. Regina moved...

Howard Gregory Brewer

Howard Gregory Brewer

Jun 9, 2022

COPAKE FALLS, NY- Howard Gregory Brewer, 60, of Copake Falls, NY, entered into rest on June 9, 2022. The son of the late Richard Taylor and Elaine Lenora (Krug) Brewer, Howard was born on December 8, 1961, in New York City. He was raised in what was Matawan Township, N.J. at the time, is now known as Aberdeen, N.J. Howard...

Susan L. Galusha

Susan L. Galusha

Jun 6, 2022

QUEENSBURY- Susan L. Galusha, 59, of Queensbury, entered into rest on June 6, 2022. The daughter of the late Donald Lee and Shirley Louise (Tyre) Galusha, she was born on March 1, 1963, in Glens Falls, New York. In her youth, Susan was raised in Corinth and was a graduate of Corinth Central Schools, class of 1981. She made her...

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