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.
William F. End, Jr.
Apr 15, 2018
William F. End, Jr., 92, died Sunday, April 15, at Samaritan Hospital. Born in Troy, he was the son of the late William F. Sr. and Mabel Hislop End, and husband of the late June E. End.
He had resided in Troy all of his life...
Ulrich Hans Czapski
Apr 12, 2018
Ulrich H. Czapski died April 12, 2018 at his home near Voorheesville, NY. He was born in Munich, Germany on July 15, 1925. He studied in Germany and Sweden and obtained a doctorate in natural science (Dr. rer. nat.) in 1953. In 1954 he married Renate K. Leitl. They lived in Germany, Brazil, Pakistan, and England while Ulrich worked...
William J. Franolich
Apr 7, 2018
Delanson, NY
William J. Franolich
William "Bill" J. Franolich, 76 died on April 7, 2018 at home after a courageous battle with cancer.
Bill was a US Navy veteran and had a long career as a...
Roseann Groncki
Apr 6, 2018
Schenectady, NY
Roseann Martorana Groncki, 57 of McClellan Street, died suddenly at home on Friday, April 6, 2018.
Born in Kingston, NY she is the daughter of Helen VanDerMark Martorana of Liberty, MO and the late...
Alice M. Lansing
Apr 5, 2018
Alice Mae Lansing passed away on Thursday April 5, 2018.
A memorial celebration is planned for Mother's Day.
Donations in Alice's name may be made to the Hudson-Mohawk Humane Society.
With much appreciation we thank the Hospice and Samaritan Hospital staff...
Bonnie M. Cook
Mar 31, 2018
Cohoes, NY
Bonnie M. Cook, 62, went to eternal rest on Saturday March 31, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.
Bonnie was born on January 9, 1956 in Troy NY. She was the daughter of the late Daniel Cook Sr. and...
Ronald William Holman
Mar 22, 2018
TROY, NY
Ronald William Holman, 74, passed away on March 22, 2018 under the loving care of his daughter Heidi Lee Holman surrounded by family and friends. Born in Troy, NY he was the son of the late Paul E. Holman and Lillian Oliver (King). He was a US Navy Veteran...
Richard J. Loffler
Mar 19, 2018
Richard Loffler died on March 19, 2018 at Albany Medical Center. He was a life-long smoker who died of small cell lung cancer. Richard was born in Massena, New York to Bertha and John Loffler on July 26, 1950. He is predeceased by his parents and his brother, Gary Loffler. He is survived by his sisters:...
Randall A. Wheeler
Mar 13, 2018
In Loving Remembrance
Randall A. Wheeler, 75, of Poestenkill, NY,  passed away peacefully in the early morning of Tuesday, March 13, in the comfort of his home with family by his side.
Born in Waltham, MA and raised in Saranac Lake, NY he is predeceased by his parents Florence & Bernard Wheeler and...
Kelly M. Dougherty
Mar 4, 2018
Colonie, NY
Kelly Michelle Dougherty, born on May 28, 1985, passed away on March 4, 2018.
She is survived by her daughter Anna Hopwood, her parents,...
David J. Sheehan
Feb 26, 2018
SHEEHAN, DAVID – ROTTERDAM, NY – David Sheehan, 61 entered into eternal rest on Monday, February 26, 2018 at Ellis Hospital surround by his loving family.
David was born in Albany, NY and was a graduate of Guilderland High School. He went on to obtain a degree in Business Management. David...
Barbara J. (Danko) Graig
Feb 5, 2018
Albany-
Barbara J. (Danko) Graig, 59, passed away February 5, 2018 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital after battling a long illness.
She was predeceased by her parents, Francis...
Ollie-Mae M. Destaso
Jan 29, 2018
Ollie-Mae DeStaso, 75, of Albany, passed away suddenly, of natural causes, on January 29th, 2018.
Ollie-Mae was born in Yonkers, New York on January 22, 1943. She is pre-deceased by her parents Rita and Daniel Stabile.
Ollie Mae leaves behind three daughters, Rita DeStaso, Lisa DeStaso-Jones...
Kenneth Raymond Boni
Jan 25, 2018
Kenneth Raymond Boni, 65, most recently of Halfmoon, NY, passed away peacefully, with his daughter Stacie, at his side. Ken was born March 11, 1952 in Niskayuna, NY, the son of Orlando Boni and Jane Bosher VanDuren.
Ken had a brilliant mind for computers and started out as a programmer for...
Dorothy Ann Franceski
Jan 23, 2018
Rexford, NY
Dorothy Ann Franceski, (Dottie) 92, of Rexford, New York, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2018 at Ellis Hospital. She was born in Forest City, PA, on January 5, 1926. Dorothy was a graduate of Forest City High School where her studies focused on shorthand and typing. After graduation,...
Kevin B. Homer
Jan 16, 2018
It is with deep sadness that the family of Kevin Bryant Homer (Kevin Lord) announces his passing on January 16, 2018. Born on August 23, 1974, Kevin was predeceased in 2012 by his beloved mother, Gail Jochum Blacklock, and loving stepfather,Charles W. Blacklock, in 2015.
He is survived by his father, Craig L. Homer. Kevin was a...
Nancy Hatch Beekman
Jan 10, 2018
Nancy Hatch Beekman, 86, of Schenectady NY, passed away at her home on January 10th, 2018 surrounded by her loving family after her two year battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born a triplet on May 5, 1931 in New Rochelle, NY,...
Sandra Lynne Kelly
Jan 7, 2018
Schenectady, NY
Sandra Lynne "Sandy" Kelly passed away peacefully, at home, on January 07, 2018, in the presence of her devoted son, Nicholas Schultheis, who cared for his mother throughout her final days.
Sandy was the loving and devoted wife of...
Ardis B. Timmis
Jan 2, 2018
Albany, NY
Ardis J. Timmis (Burroughs) 87, of Guilderland, passed away January 2, 2018 at St. Peter's hospital after a bout with pneumonia. Born in Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Elizabeth (Silber) Burroughs.
Valedictorian of her...
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