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.

Steven William Daniels

Steven William Daniels

Jun 25, 2017

Steven William Daniels passed away June 23, 2017 with his family by his side after a long battle with cancer at the Capital Living Nursing and Rehabilitation Centre in Schenectady, NY.

He was born March 22, 1942 in Oneonta, NY to the late Archie William and Beatrice Shumway  Daniels.

He worked for a few years...

Romeo A. Cammisa

Romeo A. Cammisa

Jun 16, 2017

Romeo Cammisa, a member of the Greatest Generation, died June 16, 2017 after a brief stay at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center, just a few weeks short of his 98th birthday.  It is very difficult to summarize a life that long and well-lived.

Romeo was the youngest of eight children born to Italian immigrants Rosa and...

Steven A. Paolucci

Steven A. Paolucci

Jun 12, 2017

Clifton Park, NY

Steven A. Paolucci, died suddenly on Monday, June 12, 2017.

He is survived by his loving and cherished wife of 34 years, Paula Marie Paolucci, his parents, Albert and Carmela Paolucci of Albany, a sister Elaine (Barry) Seeskin of St. Louis and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Steve was a...

Martin W. Leonhardt, Sr.

Martin W. Leonhardt, Sr.

Jun 10, 2017

Martin Leonhardt, Sr. of Saratoga Springs, NY passed on June 10, 2017. He was born on Nov. 12, 1942 to John Leonhardt and Ruth Wilber. Martin retired from Hamilton News where he was in charge of distributing books, magazines and videos. He enjoyed boating and fishing and was a member of the town of Colonie Lisha Kill Seniors.

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Nadene Sue Rossman

Nadene Sue Rossman

Jun 4, 2017

In Memory of

Nadene Sue Lown-Rossman

January 21, 1950 – June 4, 2017

Nadene Sue Lown-Rossman, 67, of Colonie, passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2017 at home with her family after a long battle with metastatic breast cancer.

She is predeceased by her parents, George E. & Delores...

Elizabeth C. Fink

Elizabeth C. Fink

Jun 3, 2017

Elizabeth "Betty" Fink

June 3, 2017 after a long struggle surrounded by her family and the wonderful staff at Ellis Hospital.

Survived by her sister Eva (Robert) Ford

Daughters Bertie (Timothy) McCabe and Cathy Smith Reynolds

Grandchildren Erica McCabe Peno, Steven, Melanie and Faith McCabe and Serra Reynolds.

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Richard C. Traver

Richard C. Traver

May 30, 2017

Richard C. Traver, 86, of Schenectady, passed away at Albany Medical Center on May 30th, 2017.

Son of Frank and Ellen Traver. Predeceased by wife, Marilyn Traver and son Gregory Traver.

Survived by daughter, Deborah (David) Sager, sister Doris Ingram, 3 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

There will...

William K Ely

William K Ely

May 19, 2017

William K. Ely Sr., 71, born September 14, 1945 in Cambridge NY, to George and Phyllis Ely, passed away in his sleep on Friday, May 19, 2017.

William is survived by his wife of 54 years, Ida M. Ely of Hoosick, daughter Melissa Ann Rice of Hoosick Falls, son Kenneth Ely Jr of Hoosick Falls, daughter Kerry...

Luba H. Ricket

Luba H. Ricket

May 19, 2017

Luba Honczak Ricket, an Angel on Earth, became a Heavenly Angel on May 19, 2017, 1 day before her 71st birthday.  She had bravely battled lung cancer since June 2016.

Luba was born in May, 1946 to "displaced" Ukrainians Maria (Mary) and Iwan (John) Honczak in Kunzelsau, Germany and thanks to the sponsorship of Sofia and Ilko...

Monica Rose Roach

Monica Rose Roach

May 14, 2017

Watervliet

Roach, Monica Rose    Watervliet NY

Monica Rose Roach, 60, of Woodbine Avenue, Watervliet, died on Sunday, May 14th 2017 at St. Peters Hospice Inn, Albany NY.

Monica was born in New York City and raised on Long Island (predominantly Kings Park) NY., where she was a graduate of Kings Park High School....

Charles Robert  Forestier-Walker

Charles Robert Forestier-Walker

May 11, 2017

A funeral will be held at Falcon Hall at Triform Camphill Village, 20 Triform Road, Hudson, Monday, May 15 at 10 a.m. For directions to Triform see: http://triform.org/about/contact/

Most of you may not know Piers, but if you have ever walked the trails of the Columbia Land Conservancy, then you have benefited from his devoted work and...

Vincent  Bottone

Vincent Bottone

May 8, 2017

Vincent Bottone passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his beloved family and aid Radha on May 8th, 2017. Born November 29th, 1925 in Schenectady, NY. The son of Salvatore and Millie Bottone. Service Navy 1947 after which he grew into Bottone Memorials which he owned and retired. He was dedicated to his two grandsons whom he loved so...

Philip B. Oates

Philip B. Oates

May 5, 2017

Philip B. Oates

Rotterdam - Philip B. Oates, age 68, of Rotterdam, NY, passed away suddenly on May 5, 2017.  Born on March 5, 1949 in Greenfield, MA, Phil was the son of the late Ernest J. Oates and Janice E. Moody.

He graduated from Greenfield HS, Greenfield, MA, and went on to earn a...

Brenda Susan Lengyel Quirk

Brenda Susan Lengyel Quirk

May 4, 2017

Brenda Susan Lengyel (Quirk) 50 passed away peacefully Thursday, May 4, in her sleep.

She was born to Paul (deceased) & Mae Lengyel, April 1 1967, in Albany, N.Y.  Brenda graduated from Guilderland HS in 1985 and received a BA in Business from North County Community College in Saranac Lake, N.Y.

Brenda was employed as...

Edwin E. Mccleary

Edwin E. Mccleary

Apr 29, 2017

Edwin E. McCleary of Latham passed away on Saturday April 29th at St.Peters hospice after a long illness. He is predeceased by his wife Doris J. McCleary and son Daniel E McCleary.

He is survived by his daughters, Bonnie J McCleary, Lorrie J McCleary Kathleen R. McCleary and Sarah K. McCleary (Hayes).

He is also...

Flora M. Larkin

Flora M. Larkin

Apr 24, 2017

Scotia

Flora Larkin passed away Monday April 24, 2017.  Flora was born on January 26, 1931 in the Bronx to Myles and Mary Alley and moved to Queens where she attended Our Lady of Mount Carmel Elementary School, and Julia Richmond High School in Manhattan.  She married James on February 27, 1949 and raised a...

Frances E. Luraas

Frances E. Luraas

Apr 19, 2017

Frances E. Luraas, 81, of Brunswick/Troy NY, passed away peacefully at her home on April 19, 2017 with her loving family by her side. She was born in Montreal, Canada on April 29, 1935 and remained until her early 20's. She then became a US Naturalized Citizen in the early 60's. Fran loved and enjoyed every moment with her...

Earl   Davis

Earl Davis

Apr 17, 2017

Earl Davis 94, of Schenectady NY, husband of 70 years to Peg Davis (who died 2.15.17), passed away peacefully on Monday, April 17, 2017, at Ellis Hospital, in Schenectady. Born in Albany on November 26, 1922, he was a veteran of World War II, who proudly served his country in the Pacific Theater. Earl was a well-known business man in...

Alvin K. Fossner

Alvin K. Fossner

Mar 22, 2017

Alvin K. Fossner, 93, passed away March 22 at the Eddy Village Green in Cohoes. Born in Worcester MA, he was a music educator who taught in the South Colonie Schools in the early 1960's and then had a 30-year career teaching college at Jersey City (NJ) University and Columbia University Teacher's College. He left a musical legacy of a...

Diana  Waite

Diana Waite

Mar 21, 2017

Diana Waite, "Diane", 70, passed away with her family by her side on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, at Samaritan Hospital in Troy. Born in Albany, NY on June 23, 1946 Diane was the beloved daughter of Georgia (Lumpkin) Childress, and the late Nebraska Brace. She was also the beloved stepdaughter of Anne Marie Brace. She was a graduate of Phillip...

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