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Recent Obituaries in Albany, NY

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Albany, NY area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Mary T. McCarthy

Mary T. McCarthy

Dec 8, 2025

RENSSELAER- Mary Theresa McCarthy, 67, of Rensselaer, NY, passed away on December 8, 2025. She was born on June 11, 1958 in Torrington, CT, to Bridget Theresa McCarthy Mack, and spent most of her adult life as a Registered Nurse at Child’s Hospital, and a Cardiac Nurse at St. Peter’s Hospital. She is survived by several cousins. A funeral service...

Richard Vattimo

Richard Vattimo

May 29, 2026

SLINGERLANDS- Geneseo native Richard Michael Vattimo died peacefully on May 29, 2026 at the Beverwyk Nursing Home in Albany, NY, after a long battle Alzheimer's.

Mr. Vattimo was born July 8, 1941 at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, the son of the late Raphael "Frank" Vattimo and the late Ruth Mae (Parker) Vattimo.

He grew up in Retsof, attending York High School,...

Bonita V. Noonan

Bonita V. Noonan

May 28, 2026

Albany – Bonita “Bonnie” Volks Noonan, 78, wife of the late Brian M. Noonan, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, May 28, 2026. Daughter of the late Frank A. Volks, Jr. and Mary Dooley Volks, Bonita was born in Troy, New York and was a graduate of Catholic Central High School. She worked for Albany Felt, the NYS...

Jay P. Wolfgang

Jay P. Wolfgang

May 19, 2026

RENNSELAER - With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Jay P. Wolfgang, who left this world on May 19, 2026, at the age of 62. Jay, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and kindness that will forever be cherished. He is survived by his...

Floyd E. Haines

Floyd E. Haines

May 19, 2026

ALBANY- Floyd Edward (Eddie) Haines, 72 entered into eternal peace on May 19, 2026 at Albany Medical Center Hospital. Eddie was born in Vermont on August 31, 1953 to the late Leona Badger-Haines and the late Floyd, John Haines. Eddie lived and worked in Albany for most of his life. At the age of 19 he started working at Zuchman’s...

Judith A. Devenski

Judith A. Devenski

May 17, 2026

ALBANY- Judith A. Devenski, lovingly known as “Judy or Jude” was born on August 4, 1950, in Hudson, N.Y. and passed away on Sunday May 17, 2026. Judy retired from Taconic DDSO in the developmentally disabled sector. Judy was predeceased in death by her parents John Devenski and Lillian Frick Devenski, brother John Devenski and daughter Joanne Favorito. She is...

Gail M. MacIntosh

Gail M. MacIntosh

May 17, 2026

ALBANY- Gail M. MacIntosh went home to be with our Lord on Sunday May 17, 2026. She passed away peacefully with her family surrounding her. She was lovingly known as Nana by her many grandchildren. Second oldest of five children, Gail was born to the late James and Ethel (Dascher) Gray of Albany on July 10, 1944. She is survived...

Katherine M. Underwood

Katherine M. Underwood

May 14, 2026

LOUDONVILLE- Katherine M. Underwood of Albany died May 14, 2026 after a brief illness on the day before her 88th birthday. She was very much loved and will be greatly missed. She was born in Troy to Thomas F. Brown and Katherine Vaughn Brown. She was a 1956 graduate of Catholic Central High School where she was a cheerleader, and...

Lawrence J. Muscatello

Lawrence J. Muscatello

May 7, 2026

TROY- Lawrence James Muscatello, 74 was called home to be with the Lord on May 7, 2026. Born and raised in Troy, NY, he passed away peacefully after battling many health challenges, without a complaint. Larry was a remarkable person whose presence brought comfort, joy, and unity to everyone fortunate enough to know him. Though he faced life with special...

Eleanor Ecker

Eleanor Ecker

May 6, 2026

COLONIE- Eleanor Ecker passed away on Tuesday May 6, 2026 at her residence. She is survived by her husband of 72 years, George Ecker, her brother Richard Murphy, several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Eleanor's family on Saturday May 16, 2026 from 12 noon to 2 pm at the Daniel Keenan Funeral...

Margaret M. Rapello

Margaret M. Rapello

Apr 24, 2026

ALBANY- Margaret Mary “Mimi” Rapello, of Albany, NY, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2026. Born on May 14, 1934, in Albany, NY, she was the beloved daughter of the late Frank and Carmella (Palmisano) Calderone and sister of late Charles Calderone, late sister-in-law Jean (Morin) Calderone and late sister Eleanor Calderone. Mimi devoted many years of faithful service to...

William H. DeLaMater Sr.

William H. DeLaMater Sr.

Apr 22, 2026

SELKIRK- William H DeLaMater Sr., age 81,of Selkirk NY, passed away on April 22, 2026 peacefully in his home, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. He was surrounded by his family.

Bill, as he liked to be called, was born on February 1, 1945 in Albany NY.

He attended Christian Brothers Academy High School, and went on to serve in the...

Nancy Ellen Cleary

Nancy Ellen Cleary

Apr 21, 2026

Nancy Ellen Cleary (Pelton), born November 6, 1963, passed away on April 21, 2026, surrounded by her family and love. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, and deep love for those closest to her. Nancy was a woman of quiet strength and a truly kind heart; who found joy in life’s simple things, especially tending to her garden, where...

Rosemary T. Rimmer

Rosemary T. Rimmer

Apr 8, 2026

RAVENA- Rosemary Thomas (Caruso) Rimmer, 83, passed away April 8th, 2026. She was born on August 20, 1942 to Sara (Piazza) Caruso and Anthony Caruso in Albany, NY. In 1958, Rosemary met Bill at St. John’s High School. The couple married in 1963 and went on to have four children- Bill, Stacey, Kara, and Mike. Rosemary worked as a crossing...

John M. O'Leary

John M. O'Leary

Apr 7, 2026

ALBANY- John M. O'Leary, 90, of Albany passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday April 7, 2026. He was a devoted husband to Pauline for 68 years, was a cherished father to Shawn (Christine) and Camille and a beloved grandfather to Erin ( Charles Hilsman) and Rebecca (Robert Whelan). He is survived by a brother Andrew (Joellen) of Syracuse and...

Olga T. Swick

Olga T. Swick

Mar 29, 2026

DELMAR- Olga Tymciw Swick passed peacefully from this life into the next on March 29, 2026. Olga was born in New York City to her beloved Ukrainian parents, John and Mary (Bilous) Tymciw. The youngest of three children, Olga was an avid reader from an early age. She often avoided helping her mother with housework by having her nose in...

Lori M. Kearsing

Lori M. Kearsing

Mar 28, 2026

ALBANY- Lori Kearsing of Albany, New York passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026. A lifelong resident of Albany, Lori was a woman defined by her strength, resilience, and unwavering determination. Born with Cerebral Palsy, she faced challenges from the very beginning, but she never allowed them to define or limit her. Lori approached life with a stubborn spirit and...

Alexis Daviss Waheeda Massey

Alexis Daviss Waheeda Massey

Mar 22, 2026

ALBANY- Alexis Daviss Waheeda Massey, a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and a vibrant presence in her family, passed away peacefully at home in Albany, New York, on March 22, 2026, at 11:27 p.m. She was 61 years old. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Alexis carried strength, culture, and resilience with her throughout her life. She was both a...

Joseph M. DeLima

Joseph M. DeLima

Mar 22, 2026

ALBANY- Joseph DeLima, 88, of Albany, NY passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026. Born on August 13, 1937, in Sao Miguel, Azores (Portugal) he was the son of the late Ernest and Helena (Raposa) DeLima, and the stepson of Antionette DeLima.

Joseph was a resident of Albany, NY for most of his life, coming to the United States from the...

David C. Halsdorf

David C. Halsdorf

Mar 19, 2026

Glenville- David Carl Halsdorf, Jr., 83, passed away suddenly on March 19, 2026, at the Provincial Glenville apartments. David was predeceased by his parents, David, Sr. and Florence (Hilton) Halsdorf, his wife of 35 years, Carolyn Marie Ames, and his brother-in-law, Roy Hynds.

David is survived by his siblings, Linda (Jim) Proper, Joan Hynds, Donald (Patricia) Halsdorf, Laura (William) Olender, Neil...

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