Obituaries

Aug 17, 2025

COLONIE –

Rose Murielle Morris, 38, died the morning of August 17, 2025, after a brief illness.

Rose was born on February 4, 1987, in Gressier, Haiti. She was adopted by Jonathan and Sharon Morris, of Pittstown,...

Aug 13, 2025

REXFORD –

William James O'Connor passed away on August 13, 2025 at his home in Rexford.

Born in Queens NY on April 4, 1947, he was the eldest of the seven children of William and Edna (Glasco) O'Connor. Bill was a graduate of...

Aug 12, 2025

CHATHAM, NY – Mark M. Scheingold (affectionately known as Mickey), 81, of Chatham passed away peacefully at the Hospice Inn, on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. Mark was born in Queens, NY, grew up in Fair Lawn, NJ, and later relocated to Chatham, NY  to be closer to his family. Mark earned a degree in Computer Science at Montclair University during...

Aug 12, 2025

EAST GREENBUSH - Beatrice "Bea" Zirpoli, 82, of East Greenbush, NY, passed away peacefully at home on August 12, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on March 2, 1943, in Albany, NY, Bea was the beloved daughter of the late Albert and Margaret Zirpoli. She was predeceased by her daughter Donna; grandchildren Matthew and Grace; and siblings...

Aug 9, 2025

ALBANY –

Carol Lise (Sevigny) Franchell born April 3, 1948 (parents Robert and Ghislaine (LaBarre) Sevigny) died August 9, 2025, leaving her brother Richard and his wife, her sister spirit, Jacquelyn.

Grateful for a life...

Aug 7, 2025

FORT EDWARD – "Just like the white wing dove".  You cannot hear a Stevie Nicks song without thinking about her biggest fan, Dawn Nikki Greco, of Fort Edward, NY (Moreau) She passed away unexpectedly on August 7, 2025, in Glens Falls, NY.  She was only 56. Beloved mother, sister, aunt, friend and lover of all animals. Predeceased by her husband...

Aug 7, 2025

SCOTIA –

A Celebration of the Life of Yvette (Carpenter) Foti

Yvette (Carpenter) Foti, 84, of Scotia, left this world peacefully on August 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born...

Aug 4, 2025

ROTTERDAM JUNCTION – Mrs. Elin Jean Buccino, 90, of Rotterdam Junction, passed away Monday, August 4, 2025 at the Glendale Nursing Home with loved ones by her side. She was born on May 24, 1935 in Queens, New York to the late Peter G. Grau and Elin I. Grau (Jonsson). She married the love of her life, the late Charles...

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...