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.
Lauren Denise (Ahern) Russell
Oct 1, 2021
TICONDEROGA- Lauren Denise (Ahern) Russell died on October 1, 2021, at Glens Falls Hospital. She was born on April 7, 1956, to William and Angeline Ahern of Mechanicville NY. She is survived by her daughter, Jolene Wiltshire, son in law Rodney Wiltshire, grandsons, Michael and Daniel Wiltshire and brother and sister-in-law, Lawrence (Larry) Ahern and Elaine Ahern. Lauren is predeceased...
Michael M. Davis
Sep 28, 2021
Michael M. Davis died suddenly on September 28, 2021. Michael was born in Albany NY to Edward E. and Dorothy Brady Davis. He graduated from Vincentian Institute and attended Hudson Valley Community College. Michael was a music lover; he played piano and guitar and was an avid rock and roll fan – his favorite band being the Rolling Stones. Michael...
Martha Jones
Sep 28, 2021
TROY- Martha Jones, 80, beloved mother of Inez Garland, cherished grandmother of 2 grandchildren, died September 28, 2021. Funeral will be private. Condolences: SimpleChoicesCremation.com
Patrick Edward Panettieri
Sep 27, 2021
TROY- On Monday, September 27th 2021, Patrick Edward Panettieri, loving husband and father, passed away in his home surrounded by his family at the age of 71. He is survived by his wife Joanne, his 2 daughters, 2 grandchildren, 3 siblings and numerous cousins. Patrick was born on January 23rd 1950 in Peekskill NY to the late John V. Panettieri...
Salvatore Francis Annello
Sep 24, 2021
WEST SAND LAKE- Annello, Salvatore Francis, age 94 of West Sand Lake, NY, entered into eternal rest on September 24, 2021, in the Comfort Care Unit of Riverside Nursing Facility at Castleton, NY. Husband of Shirley LaRose Annello, father of Christian "Chip" Annello, father-in-law of Regina Annello, and "Papa" to Michael, Noah and Peter Annello. A Mass of Christian Burial...
Shawn Christopher Labuda
Sep 21, 2021
SCHENECTADY- Shawn Christopher LaBuda, 54, of Schenectady, passed away on Tuesday, September 21st 2021 at Ellis Hospital following a brief illness. He passed peacefully with his family by his side. Shawn was born on May 22nd 1967 in Schenectady. He was survived by his mother Sharonlee LaBuda, sister Lundy LaBuda, former spouse Carrie Squadere and their five children: Brian Stewart,...
William H. O'Brien, Jr.
Sep 18, 2021
TROY- William H. O'Brien, Jr., 63, of Troy, passed away on Saturday, September 18, 2021, at St. Peter's Hospital following a brief illness. A lifelong resident of Troy. William was born in Troy on December 3, 1957, the son of the late William H. Sr. and Rae E. Miller O'Brien. William was a member of the Elks and the Emerald...
Valerie S. Curry
Sep 16, 2021
VALATIE- Dr. Valerie Sharon Curry, affectionately known as Val, was born January 9th, 1965 in Baltimore, Maryland and raised by two loving parents, Joseph and Elizabeth Gordon. Val attended Arlington Baptist School for most of her schooling, graduating in 1982. It was there, as a young girl, that Val accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. She lived a...
Lori Patricia Sim
Sep 16, 2021
SCHENECTADY- Lori Patricia Sim (Walker) passed away unexpectedly on September 16, 2021. She is survived by her loving husband Frank T. Sim whom she happily spent the last 23 years within Schenectady, NY. She leaves behind her children Kim Drozdzal-Taylor (David), Amanda Hempstead (John), Butchie Manchester, Bernadette Manchester, her stepson Glen Sim (Brandie) and her bonus daughter Jolene Russ. She...
Connie Jean Dominy
Sep 15, 2021
SCHENECTADY- Connie Jean Dominy, 67, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2021, following a brief illness. Connie was born in Plattsburgh on May 23, 1954, the daughter of the late Fred Boudreau and Rachel Vaughn. Connie was employed by the State of New York in the Health Department for 15 years. Survivors include her husband of 20 years,...
Joan Helena Desbiens
Sep 14, 2021
SCHENECTADY- Joan Helena Desbiens (Jo-An), with her loving children by her side, has peacefully entered everlasting love of Jesus Christ on Tuesday, September 14, 2021. Joan was born in Island Pond, Vermont on July 10, 1942, to Joseph Edward Morissette and Ann (Fleury) Morissette. She attended St. Mary's Academy and graduated from Sacred Heart High School, New Port, Vermont in...
Curtis C. Van Valkenburgh
Sep 12, 2021
LONG ISLAND, NY- Curtis Coolidge Van Valkenburgh passed away peacefully on September 12, 2021 at his daughter's home in Guilderland, NY. He was born in NJ in 1924 and grew up on a large dairy farm in Bedford Hills NY. He graduated from Stevens Institute of Technology with an Engineering degree and began working for Grumman Aerospace Corporation. In 1947...
Jean Norton
Sep 11, 2021
WATERVLIET- Jean Norton passed away on Saturday September 11, 2021. Jean had been battling numerous health problems for years and is now free of the body that had failed her and is at peace. Jean was born to the late Daniel W. Norton and Bessie Grace (Durkee) Norton in Kingsbury New York on April 20, 1942. She was the youngest...
Charlotte Ann Jones
Sep 9, 2021
GLENMONT- Charlotte A. Jones, 80, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 9, 2021, with her loving family by her side. She was born in Albany on September 15, 1940 to the late Marie Vogel (Nelson) and Charles LaBarge. In 1958 she married the love of her life, James J. Jones. They moved to Glenmont in 1972, where they raised 7...
Peter William Smith
Sep 9, 2021
CLIFTON PARK- On September 9, 2021, life's journey ended for Peter W. Smith, another victim of Alzheimer's Disease at the age of 74. Peter was born in Oneonta, NY and has recently lived in Clifton Park. Prior to his move to Clifton Park, he was a resident of Saratoga Springs. Along with his wife Diane, Pete moved to Clifton Park...
Alice S. Mceachron
Sep 9, 2021
GANSEVOORT- Alice S. McEachron, 84, of Gansevoort, passed away on September 9, 2021. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the direction of Simple Choices, Inc. Cremation Service To leave a special message for the family, please visit: SimpleChoicesCremation.com
Alexander O'Toole
Sep 8, 2021
SCHENECTADY- Alexander O'Toole was born in Stockbridge, GA on January 25, 2003. He grew up outside of Atlanta and in his early teens was a member of the wrestling team, was a soloist with his school chorus and active in 4-H. At 14, he was the youngest member of the Oxford, GA Parks Committee. Alex developed and taught a STEM...
Helen M. Scensny
Sep 4, 2021
WATERFORD- Helen M. (Sajler) Scensny of Waterford, passed away on September 4, 2021, in the comfort of her home after a brief illness. Helen was the daughter of Stella (Rogus) and Frank Sajler and was educated in Watervliet along with her 8 siblings of whom Dorothy Quintal and Fred Sajler survive. She was a dedicated wife and homemaker and went...
Robert Leslie Cunningham
Sep 3, 2021
RENSSELAER- Cunningham, Robert (Bob) Leslie, 62, of Rensselaer passed away with his wife at his side on September 3, 2021, after a long illness. Born in Rensselaer NY, he was the son of the late Betty Jean (Hackman) and Frank T. Cunningham. Bob is survived by his wife of 19 years; Penny Childs-Cunningham; his two brothers, Frank T. (Pamela) and...
Clyde Allan Johnson
Sep 1, 2021
CLIFTON PARK- Clyde Allan Johnson "Al" Al Johnson, age 67, passed away unexpectedly on September 1, 2021 due to COVID. Despite vaccination, Al unknowingly contracted COVID, causing hypoxia, leading to multiple heart attacks from which he could not recover. Al was born in Canton, OH on March 4, 1954. Al was pre-deceased by his biological father, Clyde Johnson, his beloved...
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