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.
Gabriel Anthony Suscietto
Jan 19, 2017
Gabriel (Tony) Anthony Suscietto, 63 years young, slipped into eternal peace on Thursday January 19, 2017. His spirit has been released from his worn out body and he is now free to explore the universe. Born in New Haven, Connecticut, he was the son of the late Gabriel and Carmela Suscietto and predeceased by his sister, Nancy Lee Suscietto. Tony...
Douglas Evan Pritchard
Jan 13, 2017
ALBANY Douglas Evan Pritchard, 69, passed away January 13, 2017, at Samaritan Hospital in Troy, under the care of The Community Hospice. Douglas was born in Liberty, N.Y., on March 10, 1947, to Evan A. Pritchard and Clara W. (Reissig) Pritchard. A creative mind, Douglas was a writer of poetry, plays and short stories, as well as a photographer who...
Robert Joseph Benedict
Jan 2, 2017
Schenectady Robert Joseph Benedict (Bob), 73, of Schenectady, died unexpectedly Monday, January 2, 2017, at home. Bob was born in Bath, NY, the son of J. Crandle Benedict and Frieda Benedict (Schauger) and brother to sisters Christine and Patty. He graduated from Campbell-Savona High School and Cornell University. He spent the majority of his career working in real property assessment,...
Lawrence David Glickman
Jan 2, 2017
ALBANY Lawrence David Glickman, 72, of Albany, died unexpectedly at home on January 2, 2017. Survived by his two children Joseph and Rachel Glickman of Albany. Services are Private. Please sign the online guestbook.
Marilyn Resnik
Dec 28, 2016
COLONIE Marilyn Resnik, age 86, died peacefully on December 28, 2016, at St. Peter's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born on November 28, 1930, and raised in the Bronx, NY, Marilyn was the daughter of Philip and Lily Resnik. A graduate of Queens College, she went on to earn a Master's Degree in Library Science at C.W. Post University in Old...
Rosemarie A. Pasanen
Dec 28, 2016
Wynantskill - Rosemarie A. Pasanen, 96, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 with her family by her side. She was born in Watervliet in 1920 to the late John Leonard and Mary Kelly. She was a graduate of Catholic Central High School and the College of Saint Rose. She is predeceased by her husband of 44 years, Wilho...
Jonathan Fairbanks
Dec 25, 2016
Jonathan Fairbanks, 67, of Clifton Park died at St. Peter's Hospice Inn on December 25, 2016. Jonathan was born in Orangeburg, NY to Russell N. Fairbanks and Rachel (Fain) Fairbanks. He received his B.A. in history from Rutgers University in 1973. He graduated from Columbia University's School of Law in 1977. While at Columbia, Jonathan served as editor of the...
Margaret B. Cunningham
Dec 24, 2016
Schenectady Margaret Barnes Cunningham, age 97, died on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2016 at home after a long illness. Mrs. Cunningham was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY to Eloise Banks Barnes and Kenneth Edgerton Barnes. She was educated in Brooklyn Public Schools, Hampton Institute, Howard University, and SUNY Albany. She married James Frederic Cunningham in December 1943. In 1953,...
Roger E. Sulem
Dec 23, 2016
ESPERANCE Roger E. Sulem, 38, of Esperance, died at Albany Medical Center on December 23, 2016 as a result of injuries sustained in a tragic automobile accident involving a snowplow truck. Roger is survived by his fiancé Jessica Selleck, his son Alex Sulem, his parents Cynthia and Theodore Sulem, and one niece, Kayla Fink. He was predeceased by his brother...
Rev. John Henry Wilkerson
Dec 23, 2016
Schenectady The Reverend John H. Wilkerson, 80, of Schenectady, passed away on December 23rd, 2016. He was born on February 6th, 1936 in Enterprise, Alabama. Reverend Wilkerson leaves to cherish his memory one daughter Rashawn Retia (Pershawna Retia, Renequa Chante) a son John-David (Janeah-Danielle, Jeremiah-Donte) and two great granddaughters. A memorial service will be held at 12 noon on Sunday...
Guillermo Hernandes
Dec 20, 2016
COLONIE Guillermo Hernandes, of Colonie, formerly of Puerto Rico, died on December 20, 2016. Mr. Henandes worked in the maintenance with UALBANY and Janitronics. He is survived by a son, several siblings and dear friends. There will be no service.
Ruth Alma (Hudson) Ostrander
Dec 14, 2016
Ruth Alma (Hudson) Ostrander, 90, of East Greenbush NY died December 14, 2016, in Albany, NY. Ruth was born at home in Washingtonville, NY on August 3, 1926. She was the daughter of the late David and Susan Brown Hudson and sister of the late Norma Comfort and Dorothy Zahn. Ruth graduated from New Paltz Teachers College in 1947 with...
William H. Morgan
Dec 10, 2016
Born August 7, 1945 ~ Died December 10, 2016 William H. Morgan, 71, of Albany, passed away on December 10, 2016. He was raised in Delmar, a graduate of Bethlehem Central High School, Class of 1963. Bill received a four-year degree after attending SUNY and USC. He made many trips to India on his own spiritual journey. Bill's parents were...
Florence Margaret Hoffman
Dec 10, 2016
Florence M. Hoffman, 92 of Albany, entered into eternal rest on Saturday December 10th 2016. Florence is predeceased by her beloved husband John C. Hoffman, her sisters Ann Venus and Catherine Martin. One of Flo's dearest loves in this world was her husband. Married 62 years Flo and Jacks love only grew stronger as they spent their years together. Like...
Joanne B. Labriola (Trzcinski)
Dec 5, 2016
Joanne B. "Joany" Labriola (Trzcinski), age 75 of Schenectady, beloved wife of the late Fred Labriola, passed away at home on December 5, 2016, after a brief illness. She was born on March 20, 1941 and was a lifelong resident of the Capital District. Her current vocations were, mother, sister, aunt and friend. Her past employment included working as a...
John A. Wilson
Dec 2, 2016
ALBANY John A. Wilson, 67, of Albany, passed away on December 2, 2016. Arrangements are under the direction of SIMPLE CHOICES, Inc. a cremation service. Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 10th beginning at 1 p.m. at the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 269 Spruce Street, Albany, NY 12210.
Annette (Schwartz) Bloodstein
Nov 27, 2016
ALBANY Annette (née Schwartz) Bloodstein, of Albany, formerly of Brooklyn, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 27, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. She was 95 years old. She grew up in the Bronx where, at age 14, she met her future husband, Oliver Bloodstein. They were married for 69 years until his death in 2010. Annette was educated at...
Christopher Alan Hogle
Nov 6, 2016
ALBANY Christopher Alan Hogle, 53, of Albany, passed away unexpectedly following a long courageous battle with cancer. Son of the late Raymond and Emily Hogle. He is survived by one brother Scott Hogle of Garland, TX , and two sisters, Angel Salvinski and Heather Quinlan both of Albany, and several nieces and nephews. He was a beloved brother, uncle and...
John Michael Milanese
Nov 4, 2016
A Floridian all his life, John was Born on April 29, 1959 in Ormond Beach, and died November 4, 2016 at his home in Oakland Park. Survived by his Mother Suzanne (Dawson-Milanese) Clary, Sister Laurie Cathell, Nephew Nicholas Cathell, Devoted Companion Cheryl Lione, Aunt Marge Milanese of Waterford, NY, Cousins Michelle (Milanese) and David Pesek of Waynesville, NC, and a...
Sylvester Bell
Nov 4, 2016
ALBANY Sylvester "Sly" Bell, 65, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2016 surrounded by loved ones. A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. this Wednesday (Nov. 16th) at the Capital City Rescue Mission (C.C.R.M.) at 95 Arch Street in Albany.
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