Obituaries

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,...

Aug 13, 2017

Albany, NY Richard H. Collins, 77 died on Sunday, 8/13/17. He is survived by his two children Charlie Collins of Statesboro, GA and Leah Wojewoda of Atlanta, GA, four grandchildren and his brother, John Collins of Albany, NY. Richard was owner of Bonded Service Systems, in Albany a business he operated successfully for many years.

Aug 13, 2017

Cynthia A. Knapp-Barry, 63, of Schenectady, NY passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2017 after a long illness.

She is survived by her 2 children, Jacqueline and John Knapp, both of Schenectady; a granddaughter, Alyssa Knapp; siblings Marsha (Eddie) Schmidt, Margaret (John) McNamara, Albert (Emily) Knapp, and Jack (Ellie) Knapp, and also several nieces and nephews.  She...

Aug 11, 2017

John J. Riordan

John J. Riordan passed into his Eternal rest on Friday, August 11th, 2017 at the Daughters of Sarah Nursing Center in Albany, New York.

John was born in the Bronx Hospital, New York City on November 8, 1936 to the late John J. and Catherine A. (Furey) Riordan. He is survived by...

Aug 7, 2017

Judith M. Baker, RN, 72, died Monday, August 7, 2017 after a long illness.  Born in Fair Haven, VT, she was the daughter of the late, Paul Z. and Nora Root Baker.

She is survived by her life partner, Geoffrey Davidson Collins of Albany.

As per Judith's request there will be no services.

Jul 22, 2017

Karen Elizabeth Beaulac born on May 16, 1955 lost her battle with cancer on Saturday, July 22, 2017 surrounded by family. She is survived by her six children, Denise Williams (Robert), Antoinette Schermerhorn (Greg), Nicole McCulloch (Timothy), Danielle Seror (Jay), Christopher & Eric Valentine.  She also has 13 grandchildren – Samantha, Meghan, Keith, CJ, Taylor, Alexis, Jordyn, Seth, Ian,...

Jul 20, 2017

Rensselaer, NY

Peter Squires, 61 died peacefully on Thursday, July 20, 2017.

He is survived by his three children: Petra, Zachary and Daranda; 9 grandchildren and 2 brothers: Donnie and Marty.

There will be a celebration of life service on Wednesday, July 26th at the Rensselaer Ambulance Hall, 901 3rd Street,...

Jul 17, 2017

SCOTIA, NY Ronald J, Roland,

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of a dear husband, father and grandfather (Pepa). Ron passed away suddenly on Monday, July 17, 2017 with his soulmate by his side.

Ron was a person of devotion and integrity and will be greatly missed by his family....

Jul 7, 2017

Patricia E. Kappes, 70, of Melrose, NY died July 7th surrounded by family and loved ones.  Patricia was the beloved daughter of the late Jack Hanby and Alice Hanby of Troy.  She grew up in Troy and graduated from Troy High School.  Patricia was also a graduate of HVCC.

She was the loving wife of John Kappes...