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.
Linda D. Pitkin
Nov 17, 2015
August 17th 1946 - November 17th 2015 Resided in Guilderland, NY Formerly of Marlboro, NY Linda Pitkin, 69, of Schenectady, passed peacefully with family by her side on November 17th after a short battle with cancer. Linda was born on August 17, 1946 in Newburgh, NY to parents Harry and Grace Arrao Pitkin. She graduated from Marlboro High School in...
Karen Ann (Smith Pidgeon) Maclachlan
Nov 15, 2015
Schenectady,NY- Karen Ann Smith Pidgeon MacLachlan, 66, of Schenectady, NY, died peacefully at home on Sunday, November 15, 2015. Karen was the loving daughter of the late William and Eleanor Smith. Fiancé to her Boo, James Magiera. Loving Mother to Michael (Dawn) Pidgeon Jr., Dana (Lou) Breton and Kristopher (Frank) Pidgeon. Devoted Nana to Amberlyn Pidgeon, Gabriella Negron and Victoria...
Irving F. Welch
Nov 10, 2015
Ghent, NY Irving F. Welch, 99, of Ghent, passed away at home on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. Irving enlisted in the Army of the United States July 1938 serving three years. He was very proud to represent the United States Army at the 1939 World's Fair in New York City. He was called back to...
James K. Sousek
Nov 3, 2015
Schenectady, NY- James K. "Jimbo" Sousek, 49, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, November 3rd, with family by his side. Jim was born in Two Rivers, Wisconsin and raised in Francis Creek, Wisconsin, the oldest of three boys and first son of Ronele and James R. Sousek. Jim came to New York in 2001 and has been a Rotterdam resident...
Douglas A. Moran
Oct 30, 2015
Schenectady, NY- Douglas Arlington Moran, 76, of Schenectady, passed away on October 30, 2015 in the loving arms of his wife with family at his side. He was born on June 1, 1939 in Elizabethtown, NY to Violet (Talbot) and Jack Moran, the oldest of four boys. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 35 years,...
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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