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.
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...
Gladys Oakley
Dec 27, 2017
Gladys Oakley, age 90 passed away
at Albany Memorial Hospital on 12/27/2017
from respiratory failure.
Gladys had been a resident of Hudson Park Rehab
...Felice A. Bredice
Dec 26, 2017
Forever Loved Never Forgotten
Felice A. Bredice, 81, passed away  on December 26 at Albany Medical Center with his family by his side.
Native of S. Marco La Catola, Italy, Felice was a beloved...
Dorothy J. Bryant
Dec 22, 2017
Dorothy Jean (MacLean) Bryant, 88, of Hammond, passed away Friday, December 22, 2017 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Dorothy was born in New Richmond, Quebec on August 2, 1929, daughter of Dr. Alexander Charles and Gertrude (Henderson) MacLean.
She graduated secondary school from Mount Allison Academy in Sackville, New Brunswick, and then Notre Dame Secretarial School in...
Solange Anita Carpenter
Dec 20, 2017
Solange (Martin) Carpenter: Age 90. Solange passed away peacefully on December 20, 2017. After raising 4 children, she earned a 2 year nursing degree and was employed with St Peter's hospital for many years in the pediatric center. She also did private duty for a number of years.
Elsie M. Rourke
Dec 18, 2017
Elsie (Polly) Rourke - Loudonville
Polly, 89, passed away Dec. 18 at her home. She was born Dec. 9, 1928
in Richfield Springs, NY.. She was a graduate of Richfield Springs Central
School.
Lee H. Schechter, Dvm
Dec 17, 2017
Lee H. "Doc" Schechter, DVM, passed away peacefully at home on December 17, 2017.
After graduating from Cornell University he operated his equine practice with joy, love and devotion for thirty years. His famous wry wit, humor and love of...
Edward James Linzner, Jr.
Dec 15, 2017
Troy, NY
Edward "Ted" James Linzner Jr., 47, passed away Friday December 15,2017. Son of Edward Sr.(deceased) and Lorraine Linzner.
He is also survived by his sister, Teresa Hart (Kevin) and his daughters: Rebecca, Maxine, and LaBrina.
Services will be private. Donations can be made to the Capital City Rescue Mission, 259 S....
Sibyl Mcewan Kellman
Dec 14, 2017
Sibyl McEwan Kellman of Galway, NY, died peacefully on 12/14/17. Born in Canaan, NY, on 11/19/27, she is predeceased by her parents, William J. and Marion Hutchinson McEwan, brothers William G. (Laura) and John A. (Betti) McEwan, and former husband, Joseph J. Kellman, Jr.
She is survived by her daughters, Donna R. (William, predeceased) Baumann of Stephentown,...
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