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

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

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,...

Sheila  Weinman

Sheila Weinman

Feb 28, 2018

Albany, NY

SHEILA WEINMAN

Sheila E. Weinman, 57, of Albany NY...

David J. Sheehan

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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Elsie M. Rourke

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.

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Lee H. Schechter, Dvm

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.

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

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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