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.
Robert Phillips Mathieson, Jr.
Dec 22, 2018
Glenville, NY
Robert P. Mathieson, Jr., passed away on December 22, at Ellis Hospital following complications from a chronic illness. He was born in Landstuhl, Germany Dec. 26, 1956 to Robert Sr., and Shirley Betterton Mathieson.
Kathleen M. Barry
Dec 16, 2018
Kathleen Mary Bridget McBride Barry, known to her many friends and family members as "Kathy," passed away surrounded by family at St. Peter's Hospice Inn on December 16, 2018. She was 73.
Kathy was born on May 17, 1945 in New York City...
John W. Ryan
Dec 7, 2018
Colonie, NY
John W. Ryan, 78, passed away on December 7, 2018 following a lengthy battle with health issues. Born in Albany, NY, John was the son of the late John P. and Lucille Cusson Ryan.
Joan M. Shaw
Dec 6, 2018
Schenectady, NY
Joan M.Shaw,passed away peacefully in her home on  December 6th, surrounded by her family.
She is survived by daughters, Debra (George) Payton, Jacklyn Veiga,...
Jo B. Hammon
Dec 6, 2018
Jo B. Hammon died December 6th 2018 after a brief illness. Jo was born in Middletown, N.Y. on June 18 1964.
She was the daughter of Henry "Hoagy" & Carol Boyce . Jo is survived by her father in N.C., her loving husband Marc Hammon of New Lebanon, a daughter Christine D. Rucker in Amherst VA, a...
Dena M. Wheeler
Nov 30, 2018
Dena Wheeler passed away Nov. 30, 2018 following a many years long struggle with multiple disabilities.   Dena was born January 21, 1970 to Fred W. Coy and Frances J. Bullis-Coy.  She lived most of her youth in Nassau NY.
She attended Columbia High School in East Greenbush NY where she graduated in 1988.  Dena attended Hudson Valley...
Owen Lee Eric Hull
Nov 29, 2018
Owen Lee Eric Hull, 36, of Schenectady, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 29, 2018. Born in Danbury, CT, he was the son of Ida and Michael Drexler of Schenectady, NY and Owen McLaughlin of Minneapolis, Minnesota. He was a graduate of Schenectady High School . Besides his parents he is survived by his...
Keith A. Affhauser
Nov 29, 2018
Glenville, NY
Keith A. Affhauser, age 61 of Glenville, NY. passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 29th, 2018. He was born in Florence, MA., the son of the late Donald R. and Helen L. Affhauser.
Walter A. Cross, Jr.
Nov 13, 2018
East Greenbush, NY
Walter A Cross, Jr., 85,  of East Greenbush NY and Daytona Beach FL, passed peacefully at home November 13, 2018 with his family by his side. He fought stomach cancer for 2 years. The...
Terry John Aucompaugh
Nov 8, 2018
Terry John Aucompaugh, 70, passed away on November 8th, 2018 following a brief illness. Â Â Terry was born on August 10th, 1948 to Franklin and Velna Aucompaugh in Esperance NY, the oldest of seven siblings.
Stargazer, fisherman, Biblical scholar, musician and poet, he will be remembered by those who knew him well as a man driven by these...
Arlene L. Butler
Oct 31, 2018
Arlene L. (Wilber) Butler of Valatie died on October 31, 2018 at home surrounded by her loving family.
Arlene is survived by her loving companion, William Wildman, daughters:Â Â Denise (Bob) George, Dodie (Gary) Davidson, Jamie (Edward) Rahm, step-son Robert Butler,...
Francis W. Scully
Oct 26, 2018
Colonie, NY
Francis W. Scully, 78, died on Friday, October 26, 2018 at Samaritan Hospital in Troy.  Born in Plattsburgh, NY, Frank lived in the Capital District area for most of his life.
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Margaret Mary Ray Sample
Oct 20, 2018
Margaret Mary Ray Sample, 59, passed away peacefully October 20, 2018 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of the late Joseph E Ray Jr. and Margaret Ray.
Margaret graduated with high honors from The Milne School. She was listed in the "Who's Who in America". She...
Ruth W. Hogan
Oct 19, 2018
Ruth W. Hogan
Guilderland, NY – Ruth W. Hogan age 102 from Glenville and Scotia, New York died peacefully on October 19, 2018 with family at her side.
Ruth was born in Schenectady, NY and was the daughter of the...
Joyce L. Murphy
Oct 18, 2018
Albany, NY
Joyce Murphy, 76, entered into eternal rest surrounded by her loving children at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital on October 18, 2018. Joyce's courageous fight with cancer will leave a permanent imprint on the hearts of all who witnessed her incredibly strong will...
Clara M. Distel
Oct 18, 2018
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Clara M. Distel, 85, she entered heaven to be with our Lord on October 18, 2018
She was raised in Menands living there most of her life before moving to...
Stephen Nappe
Oct 16, 2018
Stephen Nappe
November 23, 1954 - October 16, 2018
Stephen passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on October 16, 2018 at his home. Stephen loved ballroom dancing with his wife, Ruth, and was a member of...
Leonard Morsellino
Oct 2, 2018
Coeymans Hollow, NY
Leonard "Lenny" Morsellino passed away on the Second day of October 2018 at the age of 59 years old. He passed away in his home surrounded by the love of his family. Lenny fought hard against an...
Jean Dimino
Sep 25, 2018
Jean Dimino passed away after a long illness on September 25, under hospice care at her daughter's home in Kinderhook, NY.  She is survived by her sister Theresa Malatesta, her children and their spouses, Gina Dimino and James Kaufman, Paula and Cort Demmert, Sal and Kara Dimino, Carl Dimino and Resa Dimino and Tom Blau; her grandchildren, Annie and...
Rosemarie Faith
Sep 23, 2018
Saratoga Springs-
Rosemarie Faith passed away on September 23, 2018 at Schuyler Ridge Nursing Home in Clifton Park NY. Rosemarie was born on September 6, 1930 in Brooklyn NY to Rose (Farrell) and George Geilman.  As a young woman Rosemarie enjoyed her working career in advertising and rooting for the Brooklyn...
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