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.

Robert Johnston Ostrander

Robert Johnston Ostrander

Sep 7, 2018

EAST GREENBUSH-

Robert Johnston Ostrander, 94, of East Greenbush NY died September 7, 2018, in Troy NY.  Robert was born at home in Walden, NY on November 7, 1923.  He was the son of the late Clarence and Harriet Augusta Van Keuren Ostrander and brother of the...

Margaret Doyle Moxey

Margaret Doyle Moxey

Sep 5, 2018

Schenectady~

Margaret Doyle Moxey passed away on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at Kingsway Arms in Schenectady, NY at 96 years old.

Margaret was born in Thornliebank, Scotland to Michael and Mary Doyle on February 11, 1922.

She and Mark Moxey came to Schenectady with their children in 1954.  She...

Robert H. Maxwell

Robert H. Maxwell

Aug 31, 2018

Troy~

MAXWELL, Robert H. (Bob), 89, of 1023 Madison Avenue, Troy, NY, entered into eternal life on Friday, August 31, 2018.

He was the son Robert G. Maxwell and Mildred Hinman Maxwell. Besides his parents, Bob was also pre-deceased by his wife, Doris King Maxwell,...

Geraldine K. Berglas

Geraldine K. Berglas

Aug 23, 2018

CLIFTON PARK, NY

Geraldine (Gerry) Kenzie Berglas , 89, passed away on Thursday August 23, 2018 at Ellis Hospital.

She was born on October 13, 1928 in Johnson City, NY to the late  Helen Yursa Kenzie and...

Betty J. Engineri

Betty J. Engineri

Aug 15, 2018

Troy, NY

Betty Uline Engineri died at Albany Medical Center, at age 90. on August 15, 2018, after suffering a stroke a few days earlier.  Betty, a leap year baby, was born in Troy, NY, February 29, 1928, to Elizabeth...

Ida T. Hillander

Ida T. Hillander

Aug 15, 2018

Niskayuna- Ida T. Hillander, 94, passed away on Wednesday, August 15, 2018.

Ida was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., daughter of the late Peter and Louisa Bura.

During World War II Ida worked for the US Army Corps of Engineers, in...

John Philip Anthony

John Philip Anthony

Jul 14, 2018

J.Philip Anthony of Glenville NY passed away July 14th peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving wife Christine, daughter Sandra and son David.

Phil was born in Pittsfield Massachusetts in 1935 and grew up in the small town of Hinsdale. He was a graduate of Pittsfield High School and excelled in drafting. He then attended Russell...

Peter John Smith

Peter John Smith

Jul 8, 2018

Peter J. Smith, 63, died peacefully on July 8, 2018 at the Hospice Inn with his beloved wife by his side.  He was one of four children born in Albany, NY to the late George W Smith and the late Maud Jessie (Davies) Smith.

Pete lived most...

Marilyn Ruth Riganti

Marilyn Ruth Riganti

Jul 3, 2018

East Greenbush, NY

Marilyn Ruth (McGinnis) Riganti died suddenly July 3, 2018 from complications related to Parkinson's Disease. Having lived most of her adult life in the Capital District, in recent years she...

Alan G. Baldwin

Alan G. Baldwin

Jul 2, 2018

Clifton Park, NY

Alan G. Baldwin, 71, formerly of Clifton Park, passed away July 2, 2018 at the Schenectady Center following a long illness. He was born in New Haven CT, relocating to NY as a child. Alan was a...

David B. Bailey

David B. Bailey

Jun 28, 2018

Selkirk, NY

David B. Bailey, age 77 passed away on June 28, 2018 at Albany Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.

David was predeceased by...

Helen Virginiabell Newhouse

Helen Virginiabell Newhouse

Jun 14, 2018

Helen Virginiabell Andrews Newhouse

Rotterdam, NY

Helen Newhouse passed away on June 14, 2018, at the age of 97 (just short of her goal of living to 100).

Helen was born in Terre...

Jessica M. Schultheis

Jessica M. Schultheis

Jun 13, 2018

Schenectady, NY

Jessica M. Schultheis, 40 lost her long battle with addiction on Wednesday morning, June 13, 2018.

She was born in Schenectady, on April 6,...

Salvatore Dominic Osso

Salvatore Dominic Osso

Jun 6, 2018

Salvatore Dominic (Anthony) Osso, age 69 went home to be with God on June 6, 2018 surrounded by love, with his wife Patricia Osso (Schlesier) by his side at Saratoga Hospital.  He was born October 14, 1948 in Jamaica Queens, New York to Frances and Anthony Osso.  From his birth to his death on...

N. Michael Murphy

N. Michael Murphy

Jun 5, 2018

N. Michael Murphy, 87, died on June 5, surrounded by love. Michael lived his life large—enthusiastic and outspoken, quirky, irreverent, passionate teacher and explorer of ideas, lover of music and beauty and the delicious flavors of life.

Born in Manchester,...

Douglas James Goodhue

Douglas James Goodhue

Jun 2, 2018

Douglas "Doc" James Goodhue, born April 10, 1943, died peacefully due to complications from heart and kidney disease on June 2nd.  He was in the loving presence of his life partner, Diana Wilson, and daughters Dana Jacobson-Goodhue and Joya Goodhue. Doug was the second son of James and Margaret Goodhue of Long Island,...

William  Ketzer

William Ketzer

Jun 2, 2018

Dear Family and friends,

"Billy the Bull"would like you all to know that he has moved on to a beautiful home where there is no more pain or suffering. He is standing strong taking the hands of his mother, Erma...

Michael Francis Nadeau

Michael Francis Nadeau

May 30, 2018

Michael Francis Nadeau, 65, formerly of Carman Road, Schenectady, returned to his heavenly home on May 30, 2018 after a valiant battle with a chronic illness. His devotion to family and his firm belief in God supported him in his struggle, and ultimately gave him peace.

Michael...

Margaret Mary Schaller

Margaret Mary Schaller

May 26, 2018

Margaret M. Schaller died May 26, 2018 at the V.A. Hospital in Albany, NY, following

a brief illness. She was born July 16, 1921 in Manchester, CT to parents Thomas Henry

McCartan and Honora Theresa McCartan.

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Dolores  Archer-Robbins

Dolores Archer-Robbins

May 24, 2018

Dolores Archer-Robbins, 65, passed away on May 24, 2018 at St. Peter's Hospital.

She was born in Troy, NY the daughter of the late George Archer and June Kessler Archer.

Dolores worked for 40 years for the State of New...

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