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.

Shirley Ann  (Brown) Brunick

Shirley Ann (Brown) Brunick

Oct 27, 2015

Endicott, NY- Shirley Ann (Brown) Brunick, 71, of Endicott, passed away on October 27, 2015 with her family by her side. She is survived by husband, James Brunick; sons, David (Carol) Brunick and Jeffery (Jeanette) Brunick; grandchildren, Lindsey, Emily, Joshua, Brandon, Ricardo, Christin (Joseph), and Candayce (Nick); great-grandchildren, Makenzie and Chase; sisters, Mary Nosewicz, Anne Owen and Irene (Frank) Monsipapa;...

Hazel Sellers Popp

Hazel Sellers Popp

Oct 24, 2015

Cohoes, NY- formerly of Buffalo, NY- Hazel Sellers Popp passed away peacefully from Alzheimer's disease on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at the Eddy Village Green in Cohoes, NY. Born in Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire, England on May 10, 1928 to Harriett (Pepper) Sellers and James Wilfred Sellers, Hazel grew up in Nottingham, England playing in Sherwood Forest with her sisters. After serving...

Phillip Anthony Crowson, Sr.

Phillip Anthony Crowson, Sr.

Oct 7, 2015

Albany, NY- Phillip Anthony Crowson, Sr., 68, of Albany, peacefully entered eternal rest surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday October 7, 2015 at Albany Stratton VA Medical Center. Born in Graham, NC on September 24, 1947, Phil was the third of five children born to Leo Talmadge Crowson and Agnes Margaret Holt. He was educated in the Alamance County...

Caroline  (Wilson) Proper

Caroline (Wilson) Proper

Oct 6, 2015

Caroline (Wilson) Proper, widow of Ernest Proper, passed away on October 6, 2015 after a sudden illness. No services will be held.

Stephen H. Oathout

Stephen H. Oathout

Oct 2, 2015

Albany, NY- Stephen H. Oathout, 66, of Albany, NY formerly of Gloversville, NY, died after an illness during the early morning hours of Friday October 2, 2015. The family will receive relatives and friends from 4-7pm on Thursday, October 8th at the Riverview Funeral Home, 218 2nd Avenue (corner of 104th Street) Troy.

Twilla E. Jackson

Twilla E. Jackson

Oct 2, 2015

Glenmont, NY- Twilla E. Jackson, 99, of Glenmont, passed away unexpectedly, just a few weeks shy of what would have been her 100th birthday. She was born in Oberlin, OH on October 27, 1915, a daughter of the late Fred D. and Willa (Nichols) Russell. She leaves to cherish her memory, her dearest nephew and caretaker, Wendell P. Russell, Jr....

John E.  Frisbie

John E. Frisbie

Sep 29, 2015

West Sand Lake, NY- John E. Frisbie, 68, of West Sand Lake, NY, formerly of Westfield, MA, succumbed to Lewy Body Disorder on Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. He was a veteran of the US Navy serving aboard the USS Annapolis during the Vietnam conflict. He is survived by his wife...

Patricia E. Haury

Patricia E. Haury

Sep 29, 2015

Schenectady, NY- Patricia was called home on Tuesday September 29, 2015. She was 74. She is survived by her husband Bruce of 49 years, as well as her daughter Quenby Vennett ( Thomas )and the light of her life, her granddaughter Elizabeth. Also her sister Phyllis and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Patricia enjoyed a life of serving...

Donald Wayne Riley, Jr.

Donald Wayne Riley, Jr.

Sep 20, 2015

Clifton Park, NY- Donald Wayne Riley, Jr., 50, of Clifton Park, passed away surrounded by family at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany on Sunday September 20, 2015. Services will be arranged by the family in California and will be held in privacy. Condolences to the family may be expressed on this memorial page. Arrangements have been...

Rebecca Kay (Mosher) Raymond

Rebecca Kay (Mosher) Raymond

Sep 17, 2015

Castleton, NY- Rebecca Kay Raymond, 54, of Castleton, passed away peacefully at home Thurs., Sept. 17th, 2015 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Her spirit is carried on in her loving husband Dan of 24 years, and her three sons; Matthew, Kristofer, & Nikolas. Born in New Hartford, NY she is pre-deceased by her parents George & Patricia Mosher...

Lois G.  (Sherpey) Kraft

Lois G. (Sherpey) Kraft

Sep 12, 2015

Lois G. (Sherpey) Kraft, 95, of Delmar, formerly of Hudson, died on September 12, 2015. Born in New Haven, CT, she was the daughter of the late Elizabeth (Shufelt) Sherpey and the late James Lott Sherpey of Chatham, New York. She was the wife of the late Christopher J. Kraft of Hudson, NY. Lois was retired from a successful career...

Mary Louise (Williams) Schmitz

Mary Louise (Williams) Schmitz

Sep 11, 2015

Nassau, NY- Mary Louise (Williams) Schmitz was born on March 30th, 1948 in Warrenton, NC to the late Lawrence and Mattie-Mae Williams. She graduated from John Hawkins High School in 1967 and from there moved to Queens, NY with her long time partner Samuel Davis at the age of 20. It was in their new home that Mary and Samuel...

Allen M. Rogers

Allen M. Rogers

Sep 9, 2015

Albany, NY- Allen M. Rogers, 65, of Albany, passed away surrounded by family September 9th. He was predeceased by his mother Anne Rogers and survived by his children, Desirae Kehn, Talas Rogers, Marcus Rogers, Matthew Rogers and Erik Vernieu who was like a son. He was also a proud new grandfather to Donovan Allen Rogers. Services are private but feel...

Joseph  A. Papa

Joseph A. Papa

Sep 8, 2015

Joseph A. Papa, 86, of Albany and formerly of Delmar, died Tuesday, September 8, 2015 at the Stratton VA Medical Center. He was the son of the late Joseph C. and Mary (Motta) Papa. Educated at Christian Brothers Academy and Siena College, he proudly served as a combat Marine during the Korean War. He was a founding member of the...

Bernice G. (Reddy) Foster

Bernice G. (Reddy) Foster

Sep 7, 2015

Albany, NY- Bernice Grace (Reddy) Foster, 77, of Albany, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2015 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany, with her loving family by her side. Bernice was born in East Meadow, NY (Nassau County, Long Island), a daughter of the late John Reddy and Rose (Nursel) Reddy. She survived by her three...

Denise Marie Sutherland

Denise Marie Sutherland

Sep 6, 2015

Colonie, NY- Denise Marie Sutherland, 61, of Colonie, passed away on September 6, 2015. She was born in Charleston, SC, to the late Robert and Shirley (Young) Antaya. Denise spent her childhood across many states being the daughter of a navy sailor. The family settled down in Scotia, NY where Denise would attend high school and graduate. After receiving her...

Rhonda J. Bixby

Rhonda J. Bixby

Sep 5, 2015

Rhonda J. Bixby Colonie, NY- Rhonda J. Bixby, 59, of Colonie, entered into eternal life, Saturday, September 5, 2015 at her home. Born in Niskayuna, NY, she was the daughter of the late Clarence E. and Rosalie J. (Lawrence) Bixby. She lived in the Town of Colonie most of her life. She retired from NYS Dept. of Tax and Finance...

Wyneta Mae Reed

Wyneta Mae Reed

Sep 5, 2015

ALBANY, NY- On September 5th, Wyneta M. Reed, passed away peacefully in her sleep with family at her side. She leaves behind three daughters: Constance Allen of Delanson, Andrea Steffey of St. Johnsville and JoAnn Lewis of Albany. She also leaves behind a sister, Toni Fiscarelli of Troy and two brothers John Fiscarelli of Albany and Louis Fiscarelli of Massachusetts....

Ricky G. Frederick

Ricky G. Frederick

Sep 3, 2015

ALBANY, NY- Ricky G. Frederick, 57, of Albany, passed away after a short illness. He was born on August 25, 1958, son of the late Milford and Dorothy (Boyd) Frederick. Rick is survived by his partner (Rich Frank) of 34 love-filled years, as well as his sister (Joy Sanders) niece (Sommer Carapel) and nephew (Justin Irvin). Rick was a good...

Geoffrey M. Cook

Geoffrey M. Cook

Aug 27, 2015

Amsterdam, NY- Geoffrey M. Cook, 54, of Amsterdam, entered into eternal rest on August 27, 2015. He was born January 31, 1961 in Albany, NY to the late Joseph Cook, Sr. and Victoria (Miller) Cook. He is survived by his two sons, Jeffrey and Miguel Cook, his wife Camilla Cook, stepdaughter Thembi, five siblings: Roslyn (Floyd) Cook-Cowan, Joseph (Vicci) Cook,...

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