Obituaries

Oct 17, 2017

On October 17, 2017, the loving soul of Donna L. Youmans departed this earth to be with those she cherished and went before her.

Donna is survived by her beloved partner Johnine Simpson, who filled the last eight years of her life with love, warmth, adventures, and laughter. She is also survived by cousins Patricia Allen and...

Oct 16, 2017

Wilber "Corkey" Christman, 80, formerly of Duanesburg, NY, and recently of Glenville, NY, died October 16, 2017, at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, NY.

Born in Schenectady, NY, he was the son of the late Philip Christman and Gladys Wilber Christman.  His wife and musical partner, Patricia Christman, preceded him in death in 2014.  He is survived by...

Oct 14, 2017

Joyce Bennett

February 7, 1931 - October 14, 2017

Cambridge - Longtime Cambridge resident, Joyce Marion Grout Bennett, joined her beloved Bill in eternal rest on Saturday, October 14, 2017.  She spent her final days at Barnwell Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Valatie, NY.

Joyce, born February 7, 1931 in East Arlington, VT,...

Oct 14, 2017

Andrew "Drew" Keriazes, 51, passed away on October 14th, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Wappingers Falls to the late Paul Keriazes and Catherine Keriazes on July 1, 1966.

Drew was a longtime resident of the Albany area where he founded several bands in the 80's. He will be remembered for his...

Oct 8, 2017

Elizabeth "Betty" Courtois of Colonie, NY died Saturday, October 8, 2017, at the Hudson Park Rehabilitation Center in Albany, after a long battle with Colon Cancer.

Born in Brooklyn, she was the daughter of the late Paul Courtois Sr. and Helen Roulett Courtois. Betty was a teacher early in her career where she taught in Germany and...

Oct 5, 2017

Racana Joan M. DELMAR Joan M Racana, 86, wife of the late John (Jack) Racana of Delmar,  passed away after a brief illness on Wednesday, October 5, 2017 at St Peter's Hospital surrounded by her family. She is survived by her daughter, Lisa (Racana) Sammon of Delmar, NY, and son Thomas Racana (Nina) of Rotterdam, NY; grandchildren Stacie, Jason,...

Oct 1, 2017

Burnt Hills, NY Gary B. Maxwell died October 1, 2017 at Ellis Hospital after a short illness with cancer. Survived by his wife Nancy Winkler Maxwell and his faithful dogs Mindy and Tess. Per his request there will be no services. Donations can be made in Gary's memory to The American Cancer Society or The Community Hospice of Schenectady....

Sep 29, 2017

Watervliet, NY

Eugene C. Rist, Jr.

Gene (Rusty) Rist, 56, of Watervliet, passed away Friday September 29th at St. Peter's Hospice after a long courageous battle, with his loving family by his side.

Born in Troy, Oct. 6th 1960 he was the son of the late Eugene Rist Sr. and Ann "Nancy" (McConnell)...

Sep 28, 2017

Peter Foley, who loved life passed to eternal life on 9-28-17. Peter leaves behind his loving siblings, Maureen (Stan) Zelka and William (Diane) Foley. He was predeceased by his father John, mother Marjorie, brother Jackie and sister Kathy. There will be no services. Donations can be made in Peter's memory to the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital, 315...

Sep 22, 2017

Carol Ann Ellsworth (Gilbert) passed away peacefully on Friday, September 22, at the age of 74. Carol will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by her husband of 57 years, Elliott (Bud), and her children, Ken (Karen) of Schuylerville, Scott (Christina) of Valley Falls, Jay (Susan) of Glens Falls, Laurel Myott (Patrick) of Washougal, WA, and Rebecca Wlazlo (Michael)...

Sep 11, 2017

David Alan Jackson

September 12, 1959 – September 11, 2017

David Alan Jackson, age 57, quietly passed away on September 11, 2017 ending a nine year battle with multiple myeloma (cancer) which he contracted from exposure to contaminated water while undergoing U.S. Marine Corp Basic Training at Camp Lejeune, NC.

Born on September...

Sep 7, 2017

Richard Bernard Norton, 80, passed away, Thursday, September 7, 2017, at Albany Medical Center.

Born in Providence, RI, he was the son of the late Daniel and Marie Norton.  His proudest achievement was as the loving and devoted father of Emily and Christopher Norton and grandfather of Gabriel Sand.

A graduate of Providence College, Richard...

Sep 6, 2017

Marion K. Garahan, nee Kyer, died on   September 6, 2017 at St. Peter's Nursing and Rehab Center.

Born in Hoosick Falls, NY to parents Hattie Jacobs Kyer and Lorens O. Kyer, she is predeceased by siblings Lorens Kyer, Harold Kyer and Helen Brownell.

She married Martin J. Garahan on 09/12/1943.   She was widowed in November...

Sep 4, 2017

On September 4th, Don Otis of Rotterdam, New York, left this realm for another place of peace and love.  He was 79.

Donald Leon Otis was born in Albany, New York, raised and educated in Colonie and Massena, New York.

Don served in the US Navy from 1955-1959 aboard the USS Forrestal.  He worked for...

Aug 29, 2017

John Calandra, 77, passed away August 29, 2017, at Albany County Nursing Home. John was born in Buffalo, N.Y., on June 11, 1940, to Peter and Ruth Calandra. He is survived by his son Matthew Calandra, his sister Linda Farrell, and partner Anne (Clas) Bohenek.

John was most known for his...

Aug 29, 2017

Gerald N. LaDeaux

Jerry LaDeaux, 74, of Schenectady, died August 29, 2017. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, and his companion, Ena Cieszynski.

Jerry proudly served in the U.S. Air Force. He enjoyed playing darts, pool, and making people laugh. Survivors include his children Katherine (Antoine) Washington, Elaine (Tracie) LaDeaux and Cynthia (Erin)...

Aug 25, 2017

Schenectady – Jerry Fine, 93, of Schenectady died on August 25, 2017 at home, surrounded by his loving family. Jerry died of complications from Alzheimer's Disease.

Jerry dedicated his life to fighting for peace and social justice for all. He believed in a better world, which he strived to create. He instilled his passions and ideals in...

Aug 22, 2017

Spohr, Richard (Dick) Edwin

Altamont, New York\

Richard (Dick) Spohr, 87, of Altamont, beloved husband of Adella (Dell) Walsh Spohr, went home to be with his Lord on August 22, 2017.

Together they enjoyed 60 years of marriage and built a family which included 3 daughters ~ Susan Anne (d. 1979), Erica Terese...

Aug 16, 2017

Gilford J. Gansky, 81 of Schenectady died on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at Baptist Health Nursing and Rehab Center.

Gilford was born in Brainerd, MN, the son of the late Theodore and Dorothy Volk Gansky.

He moved to the Albany area in 1964 and has lived in the Capital Region since.

He joined...

Aug 14, 2017

STEVEN TIMOTHY GARRETT

Steven Timothy Garrett, age 67, died at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, NY on August 14, 2017, from end-stage COPD.

He was born to Richard W. and E. Ann Garrett on July 19, 1950 in Schenectady.

A year later, Steve was joined by a sister, Celia Ann,...