Diane Marie Wagner
Jun 14, 2014
Albany – Diane Marie "Dolly" Wagner, 51 of Albany, passed away at St. Peters Hospital on Saturday, June 14, 2014. She was born in Albany on September 21, 1962, a daughter of the late Fred R. Wagner and Elizabeth M. (Vinson) Wagner. She resided in Albany most of her life, working as a waitress for a number of years. Survivors...
Pamela Moore-Epstein
Jun 11, 2014
Albany- Pamela Moore Epstein, "The Lady Auctioneer" passed away on June 11, 2014 at Albany Medical Center with her loving family at her side. Pamela made a difference in the lives of many and will be missed by all who knew her. Her remarkable life ranged from a British convent education to becoming America's first woman auctioneer in New York's...
William J. Cozzy
Jun 10, 2014
Clarksville- William J. Cozzy William J. Cozzy, 69 of Clarksville died on Tuesday June 10, 2014 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany following a brief illness. A son of the late William J. Cozzy and Georgianna Cupps Cozzy, William was born on July 5, 1944. As a young man, Bill served in the US Army and fought in Vietnam. He...
Angela T. Carpinello
Jun 7, 2014
Albany- Angela Carpinello, 55, our beloved mother and friend passed away suddenly on Saturday June 7th, 2014. She is survived by her partner Peter Thiessen; her children Elisa and John, two grandchildren, her sister Elisa, brothers Tony and Richard, and father Tony and many many more relatives and friends who miss her every day. She is predeceased by her mother...
Mary Ellen Black
Jun 1, 2014
Mary Ellen Black of Slingerlands, New York died peacefully at home on June 1, from cancer. She was born in Little Falls, New York to the late Dean Baker and Helen Kalafus Baker, and is survived by her loving husband John, son Greg, and brother Raymond D. Baker. Mary Ellen worked for over 30 years in the graphic arts and...
Gertrude Ann Lafond
May 12, 2014
Gertrude Ann LaFond; teacher, educator, loving spouse, loving mother and grandmother, former police officer, social activist, died peacefully on May 12, 2014 at her home in Albany surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was 92. Gertrude Ann LaFond, originally from a small rural community located in Baraga, Michigan's upper peninsula on the shores of Lake Superior. Gertrude Ann LaFond...
Rosa Maria Vargas
May 8, 2014
Albany Rosa Maria Vargas, 46, died unexpectedly at her home on Thursday, May 8th. Born in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, and formerly of Fort Lauderdale, FL, Rosa has lived in Albany for the past 3 years. Rosa had worked as a beauty and cosmetic consultant for Dillards in Pembroke Pines Florida as well as other fine retail establishments. Rosa was a very...
Richard Andrew Hendrickson
May 8, 2014
Richard "Dick" Andrew Hendrickson, 79, of Altamont, NY passed away on May 8, 2014 after a brief illness. Surviving are his wife Billie (Stratton) Hendrickson and daughters Clarissa D'Ambra, Charlotte Hendrickson and Carolyn Hendrickson. Survivors also include Dick's former wife Maxine Keefe, their children David Hendrickson, Diane (Robert) Collins and Steven (Sara) Hendrickson; sisters Janet Sliter, Barbara Hodge, Patricia Banane,...
James Edward O'Bryan, Jr.
May 6, 2014
ALBANY, NY- JAMES E. O'BRYAN, Jr. James E. O'Bryan was called home to the Lord on May 6, 2014 after a long illness and a valiant struggle. Jim was born May 27, 1931 in Catskill, NY to James E. Sr and Katherine (Saxe) O'Bryan. He graduated from Albany High School and then on October 23, 1950 enlisted in the US...
Rose M. Johnston
Apr 24, 2014
Delmar- Rose M. Johnston Rose M. Johnston, 79 of Delmar, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 24, 2014 at the Good Samaritan Nursing Home of Delmar. Born August 24, 1934 in Hudson, she was the daughter of the late Ada Grand and Louis Gaudio. Rose was a loving mother and grandmother. She loved spending time with her family especially her...
Michael J. Burke
Apr 12, 2014
Michael J. Burke, 66, of Burnt Hills, passed away April 12, 2014. He was born in Buffalo, New York and the son of Nancy and Joseph Burke. Mike was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He leaves behind his wife, Cathleen, and three children, Connie (Richard) Mattice, Angie Fahr, and David Fahr, and five grandchildren. He served in...
Henry J. Bondi
Mar 26, 2014
Henry J. Bondi, born to Joseph and Maria Bondi, on May 14, 1924 in Troy NY, died on March 26, 2014. A graduate of Troy High in 1941, Henry proudly served as an Army Line Corporal in five European conflicts from 1943 to 1946. Hank came home and attended the Veterans Vocational School for training as an auto mechanic. He...
Crosby E. Steel, Jr.
Mar 13, 2014
Crosby E. Steel Jr., beloved husband of Ruth M. Steel passed away March 13th at his home in Cohoes. Crosby was born on January 23, 1951 in Lockport, New York to the late Crosby and Betty W. Steel. Crosby is survived by his wife, Ruth, his brother Randy (Karen) Steel, Robert (Karen)Bates Jr., and sisters Susan Nelson, Debralyn (Thomas) Muscato,...
Alexis R. Bethea
Mar 10, 2014
Alexis R. Bethea, 50, of Alexander St. was called home on Monday, March 10, 2014. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, March 17th at 1 PM at Full Liberty Fellowship, 380-382 Clinton Avenue, Albany, NY 12206. For further information feel free to contact: Thomasina @ (518) 445-5432.
Carson J. Peters
Mar 2, 2014
Carson J. Peters, 96 of Schenectady, N.Y. passed away Sunday, March 2, 2014. Born in Allentown, PA., he was the son of Robert M. and Elda (Scheirer) Peters. A veteran of WW II, Carson served in North Africa with the Allentown 213th National Guard Co. B. A retired brewery worker, his former residences include Staten Island, NY, Sebring, FL, and...
Fredrick Charles Knack
Feb 23, 2014
Fredrick Knack, 66, of Glenmont NY passed away peacefully 2/23/14 at home with his family by his side. He was born in Liberty, NY to the late Henry and Elsie Knack. Fred was a 1965 graduate from Liberty Central High School. He served 33 years for the United States Postal Service before retiring in 2004. He has been a member...
Deborah L. Busold
Feb 22, 2014
NASSAU- Deborah L. Busold, age 58, of Nassau, left us after a brief illness on Saturday, February 22, 2014, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born on June 12, 1955, she was the daughter, oldest of three children, of Marilyn Annello and the late Michael Annello. She was predeceased by her brother Mark Annello in 2013. Debbie was an...
Stacey Sherwood Moss
Feb 21, 2014
GLOVERSVILLE- Stacey S. Moss, age 47, of Gloversville, passed away on Friday,Feb. 21,2014 at St. Peters Hospital in Albany after being stricken. He was born in Willets, California on October 29, 1966,a son of the late John Moss and Lorina Mayden. Survivors include his companion Cheryl "Cheri" Short: Sister, Liana Anderson(Robert)of Hoopa, California. Cheri's children and step-children, David, Matthew and...
Ronald L. Van Benschoten
Feb 21, 2014
CHATHAM- Ronald L. (Skoten) Van Benschoten, Sr. Ronald "Skoten" Van Benschoten, 63, of Chatham (formerly of Columbiaville) passed away Friday, February 21, 2014 at home. Ronald was born August 11, 1950 to the late Carroll and Pearl (Brackett) Van Benschoten. He is survived by his wife Betty (Rivenburg) Van Benschoten of Chatham; his sons Ron Jr. (Teena) of Niverville and...
John D. Alden
Feb 20, 2014
JOHN D. ALDEN- SLINGERLANDS - John Doughty Alden, 92, died peacefully at home in Beverwyck on February 20, 2014. John was born in San Diego, Calif., on October 23, 1921, to the late Harold W. and Elizabeth Doughty Alden. He was a graduate of Beacon (NY) High School, Class of 1938, and Cornell University (AB Chemistry) Class of 1943. He...
