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 Franklin Eastman

Robert Franklin Eastman

May 5, 2016

Robert Franklin Eastman, aged 57, of 245 Gronczniak Rd. Stillwater, NY died suddenly and unexpectedly on Thursday, May 5th, 2016 at his home, due to an enlarged heart. Bob was born on August 15th, 1958, in Burlington, VT. His loving parents, Estelle and Albert Eastman raised him in Albany, NY, and have since passed away. Bob studied television at Ithaca...

Robert Leonard Horn

Robert Leonard Horn

Apr 29, 2016

DELMAR Robert Leonard Horn, 88, of Delmar, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on April 29, 2016. He will be remembered by family and friends as a kind, friendly, and creative man who's love for the community shone through in all of his volunteer efforts. Bob enjoyed keeping busy with his many passions, including: gardening, making...

Richard Alton Leffingwell

Richard Alton Leffingwell

Apr 26, 2016

Rotterdam, NY - Richard Alton Leffingwell, born October 12, 1939, passed away April 26th, surrounded by family. Survivors include his wife, Mary Jane, his sons, James (Carolyn) and William, and grandchildren, Shelbi, Richard and Sydney. Along with an avid love of outdoor sports, Richard also enjoyed indoor sports at the Rotterdam Elks and his local Stewart's Shop. A funeral mass...

John C. Gauvreau

John C. Gauvreau

Apr 24, 2016

Altamont, NY- John C. Gauvreau, Sr., 62, passed away on April 24, 2016. He was born on December 18, 1953 to Harriet and Frank Gauvreau, Sr. He was a lifetime resident of Schenectady. John is survived by his children, Susan Fitzgerald of Altamont, Billy Jo Gauvreau, Crystal Gauvreau, Charles Bosco and Linda Bellerose all of Schenectady. He was predeceased by...

Bernice  Utley-Howard

Bernice Utley-Howard

Apr 18, 2016

Schenectady, NY- Celebration of Life for Bernice Utley Howard. Sunrise October 27, 1933 ~ Sunset April 18, 2016 Service Monday, April 25 at noon, in the Chapel at Memory's Garden, Colonie.

Martin S. Brooks

Martin S. Brooks

Apr 16, 2016

Martin S. Brooks, 68, passed April 16th, 2016 after a courageous battle with Cancer. Martin attended Galway Central School and was a Galway Native. He had many interests in life, such as fishing, gardening and farming. His greatest pleasure in life was spending time with his family. He was predeceased by his father Richard Brooks, his mother Helen McConchie, his...

Charlene A. Jandro

Charlene A. Jandro

Apr 11, 2016

Glenville, NY – Charlene A. Jandro, 69, of Glenville and formerly of Albany, died on April 11, 2016. The only child of the late Charles and Rose Jandro, Charlene was born in Albany on January 5, 1947. A longtime resident of Albany, Charlene received a catholic education through Blessed Sacrament Church in Albany and her bachelor's degree from Maria College...

Ronald Edward Zawadzki

Ronald Edward Zawadzki

Apr 10, 2016

Schenectady, NY- Ronald Edward Zawadzki was born June 23, 1943 in Northampton, MA and died April 10, 2016 in Schenectady, NY of Chronic Heart Failure complications. Ron grew up in Florence and Leeds MA and graduated in 1961 from Northampton High School. He spent one year at UMASS Amherst and then received an appointment to the US Merchant Marine Academy...

Sandra  Rosenstein Effron

Sandra Rosenstein Effron

Apr 4, 2016

Slingerlands, NY - Sandi Effron died peacefully at her Beverwyck cottage, with her loving family by her side, on Monday, April 4, 2016 following a long illness. She was 81 years old. Sandi was born in Port Jervis, NY on August 15, 1934. She was the daughter of the late Sam and Nettie (Whitman) Rosenstein. Sandi owned her own women's...

Russell L. Sawyer

Russell L. Sawyer

Mar 21, 2016

Selkirk, NY- Russell L. Sawyer, 66, of Selkirk, died at home on March 21, 2016. Russ was born in Boston, MA on January 3, 1950. He was a son of the late Herbert F. and LaVerla (Matejka) Sawyer. He was a NYS motor vehicle inspector, a licensed Amateur Radio Operator and was President of the Amateur Radio Association. For a...

Azim Stephen Goldrick

Azim Stephen Goldrick

Mar 17, 2016

Canaan, NY - Azim Stephen Goldrick, long-time resident of Canaan, NY died on March 17, 2016 at the home of friends in New Lebanon, NY after a brief illness. He was a devoted Buddhist practitioner, participant in sweat lodges at Spirit Hollow in Bennington, VT, a dedicated member of the Sufi Community at the Abode of the Message in New...

Nicolette Marie Campese

Nicolette Marie Campese

Mar 15, 2016

Latham NY Nicolette Campese, 59, of Latham, passed away on Tuesday March 15, 2016 at the Hospice Inn at St Peter's Hospital in Albany. Nicolette was born on April 12, 1956 at St Mary's Hospital in Troy. She was the daughter of the late Joseph Campese of Troy and Grace (DiModugno) Campese of Watervliet. Nicolette resided in the Capital District...

Thomas Joseph Black

Thomas Joseph Black

Mar 14, 2016

Selkirk, NY - Thomas Joseph Black died peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, March 14, 2016; predeceased by his beloved wife Arlene and father Robert J. Black. Thomas was dearly loved by his mother, Margaret Black, his sisters Margaret Devine, Kathleen Young (Ray Dorazio), brother Robert Black (Annette Black) and his nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will...

Raymond C. Blois

Raymond C. Blois

Mar 14, 2016

Colonie, NY - Raymond Blois entered into eternal peace on Monday, March 14, 2016. He is survived by his longtime companion Maria Ferracane, and her children; Michael (Gail), Gerardo (Cindy) and Pompeo (Lorrie Godfrey), grandchildren and great grandchildren. His brother Earl (Doralee) Blois, his cousin Forest (Nicki) Davis, and their children also survive. A memorial mass will follow at a...

Earl  David Peters

Earl David Peters

Mar 12, 2016

Stuyvesant, NY- Earl Peters, 76, of Stuyvesant, died on Saturday, March 12, 2016. Son of the late Warren B. and Clara E. (Stevens) Peters, Earl was born in Schaghticoke, NY on September 30, 1939. He was a lifelong resident of Stuyvesant, NY. Mr. Peters served his country in the US Army from 1961 until 1964. Upon his honorable discharge he...

Donald C. Eyerman

Donald C. Eyerman

Mar 6, 2016

AVERILL PARK Donald C. Eyerman, 72, died Sunday March 6, 2016 at Samaritan Hospital after a short battle with cancer. He was preceded by both his parents Ardith Vrooman Van Loan, and Robert Eyerman. He attended Columbia High school. Don was employed by A & S Deisel Troy, NY, before becoming a bus drive for Averill Park CSD. He enjoyed...

Wanda F. Maddex

Wanda F. Maddex

Feb 29, 2016

WESTERLO Wanda Maddex passed away on February 29, 2016 at home surrounded by her family. She was 52 years old. She is survived by her sons James Maddex and Howard Bink and daughter-in-law Dee. Her brother Tom Winchip who she lived with until her death. Her grandchildren Dorian, Tristen, Logan and Brennon and Howie's father Will Bink. She was predeceased...

Paul E. Campo

Paul E. Campo

Feb 20, 2016

Troy, NY- Paul E. Campo, 73, of Troy, passed away peacefully into the arms of the Lord, February 20, 2016, at Albany Medical Center with loving friends by his side. He was born in Brooklyn NY, the son of the late Simon Brogin and Maryanne (Lynch) Campo. He was the beloved brother of Joseph C. Campo, Linda Greco, Valerie Campo,...

Linda R. Ottman

Linda R. Ottman

Feb 20, 2016

East Greenbush - Linda R. Ottman, 73, passed away on February 20, 2016, with her daughter and son-in-law by her side, while she took her flight to heaven. Born on January 22, 1943, she was the daughter of the late H. Raymond Ottman and loving daughter of Margaret M. Ottman of Bellingham, Mass. She is survived by her daughter, Cynthia...

Joan Marie Snyder

Joan Marie Snyder

Feb 11, 2016

Joan Marie (DeMarco) Snyder, formerly of Quaker Street, N.Y. / Cohoes, N.Y., passed into eternal life peacefully at Wesley Health Care Center, Saratoga Springs, with her loving daughter Joanne by her side on February 11, 2016. Born on June 2, 1940 in Albany, NY, she was one of six children born to the late Salvatore Michael and Gladys Mae (Hammond)...

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