Obituaries

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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Pauline A. Covey

Pauline A. Covey

Feb 12, 2026

Glenmont – Pauline A. (Morisseau) Covey, 93, went home to her Lord on February 12, 2026. Born in Burlington VT, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Rose Ann (Willett) Morisseau. Pauline was raised by loving Sisters of Providence at St Joseph’s Orphanage, where she learned the love of God and caring for children. Pauline graduated from St...

Mary Gayle Faughnan

Mary Gayle Faughnan

Feb 12, 2026

ALBANY-Mary Gayle (Johnson) Faughnan passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026 at her residence. Gayle was born on August 11, 1937 to the late Russell H. and Marion (McHale) Johnson in Albany, NY. After Gayle graduated from The Academy of the Holy Names in 1955, she attended Saint Rose before going to work for the New York Telephone Company. Gayle...

Constance M. Tanski

Constance M. Tanski

Feb 11, 2026

TROY- Constance ( Testo) Tanski, 94, was called home to be with the Lord on February 11, 2026, while resting peacefully. Born and educated in Troy, NY, she was a beloved wife of the late Edward M. Tanski, and devoted daughter of the late James V. Testo and Celeste ( Rubino) Testo, sister to Rosemary ( Bithie) Muscatello and the...

Kathleen K. Fiorillo

Kathleen K. Fiorillo

Feb 11, 2026

ALBANY - Kathleen “Kay” (Kavanagh) Fiorillo, 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, with loved ones by her side. Despite her decline in health over the past year, Kathleen’s love for her grandchildren, close friends, penuche fudge/Milky Ways and Sunkist orange soda remained strong, and she was surrounded by an abundance of all until the very end of...

Ethel C. Eidberger

Ethel C. Eidberger

Feb 8, 2026

STATE COLLEGE, PA- Ethel C Eidberger, 93, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Born and educated in Nassau County, NY, Mrs. Eidberger worked in the business office at Eden Park Management, retiring in 1999. She was a communicant of the former St. James Church in Albany. Wife of the late George A. Eidberger; mother of Joann (John) Kittle, Karl...

Patricia Ann Kelley

Patricia Ann Kelley

Jan 27, 2026

ALBANY- Patricia Ann Kelley (Kearsing), age 65, was devastatingly taken on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 following an unforeseen tragedy in her home. Born in Albany, NY she was the daughter of the late Randall and Dolores Kearsing. She was known to many for her love, strength, courage, generosity, and willingness to forgive, regardless of the circumstances. She would go out...

Ulric Thomas Muller

Ulric Thomas Muller

Jan 27, 2026

Ulric T. Muller, age 79, peacefully passed away at Albany Medical Center on January 27, 2026. Ulric "Rick" Muller was born on September 12, 1946 in Hartford, CT. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, his two daughters, Marlene and Michelle, his grandchildren, Jeffery, Mariah, and Serena, his brother, Fred, and sister, Cheryl. Rick graduated from Roeliff Jansen High School...

Mark R. Gebhardt

Mark R. Gebhardt

Jan 25, 2026

DELMAR- Mark Richard John Gebhardt, 69, of Delmar, NY, passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, January 25, 2026, following ongoing health struggles. He was surrounded by the life and memories he built in that home and will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Mark was born on June 8, 1956 in Albany, New York, to John...

Georgeann H. Payne

Georgeann H. Payne

Jan 23, 2026

ALBANY- Georgeann Helen Payne, 91, entered into eternal life on Friday January 23, 2026. She was the daughter of the late George A. and Margaret S. Payne. Born in Albany, she lived in the Capital Region all of her life. She was a graduate of School 20 and Cathedral Academy. She was employed by New York State for 40 years....

Felicita Quinones

Felicita Quinones

Jan 11, 2026

ALBANY- Felicita Quinones, age 89, passed away on January 11, 2026. Friends and family are invited to a visitation on January 15, 2026 at Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Ave, Albany, NY from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM followed by a funeral service at 12:00 PM. Interment, Graceland Cemetery, Albany, NY.

Martha H. Andrews

Martha H. Andrews

Jan 8, 2026

Schenectady - It is with the greatest sadness that we must announce that Martha H. Damulis-Andrews, beloved wife, devoted mother, sister, aunt and friend passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026 at Albany Medical Center surrounded by family and many colleagues.

Born at St. Mary's Hospital in Amsterdam, New York on September 11957 to Dorothy R. and Victor B. Damulis, Martha...

James T. Fuller

James T. Fuller

Jan 6, 2026

DELMAR- James Thomas Fuller (Jim), 85, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Jim was born on January 2, 1941, in Albany, New York to Rolland and Mildred Fuller. An Albany native, proud Siena graduate, and Delmar resident for more than 50 years, James T. was the former Executive Secretary of the New York State Board of Law Examiners,...

George Bercharlie

George Bercharlie

Jan 5, 2026

Glenmont - On January 5, 2026, George Bercharlie, 99, of Glenmont, New York, passed away peacefully at St. Peter's Hospital after a short illness. Born on October 27, 1926 and raised on a farm on Bask Road in Glenmont, George was the youngest of nine children born to Abdow and Mary (Monsieur) Bercharlie. George attended schools in the Bethlehem Central...

Charles J. Lossi

Charles J. Lossi

Jan 2, 2026

ALBANY- Charles Joseph Lossi, age 78, unexpectedly passed away on January 2, 2026. Born February 7, 1947 in Albany, NY. He was the son of the late Charles and Mary (Macarone) Lossi. Charles was a graduate of Christian Brothers Academy (CBA) class of 1965. He loved the military aspect of the school, enjoyed listening and playing music in the band,...

Helen R. Gammel

Helen R. Gammel

Dec 31, 2025

GLENMONT - Helen R. Gammel, age 102, of Glenmont, NY passed away peacefully at EverGreen Commons on December 31, 2025. Born to Marie (nee Vosahla) and John Ziman in New York City, she previously resided in Indians Fields, NY. Helen graduated from Greenville High School, Class of 1940, and went on to receive an Associates degree from Spencer's Business School...

Joyce M. Flanagan

Joyce M. Flanagan

Dec 25, 2025

ALBANY- Joyce Marie Flanagan died on December 25th, 2025 at the age of 91. Joyce was born in Boston, the daughter of the late James and Mary Hanley. She is predeceased by her loving husband Daniel J. Flanagan, Sr, as well as her sisters Maureen Ferrandino and Sheila Cahill. Joyce leaves behind her devoted children Tracy Flanagan, Kathleen (Ruben) Engel,...

Gloria M. Gallagher

Gloria M. Gallagher

Dec 21, 2025

ALBANY- Gloria Mayer Gallagher passed on Sunday December 21, 2025 at the age of 95. Gloria (Angello) was born and raised in Mt. Vernon, NY, daughter of the late Anthony Angello, late Rose (Mascari) Angello. Gloria graduated from the College of New Rochelle, the third sister in the Angello family to do so. She married and moved to Albany, NY,...

Harry A. Allan Jr.

Harry A. Allan Jr.

Dec 17, 2025

GUILDERLAND - Harry (Bud) Allan, 89, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2025. Harry was born in Albany, N.Y. to Harry Allan Sr. and Mary Farrell Allan. Harry was predeceased by his sisters, Marilyn Allan, and Ricky Allan Conway. He is survived by his brother, Thomas Allan of Long Beach, California. Harry graduated from Vicentian Institute, and went on to...

Maria G. Paonessa

Maria G. Paonessa

Dec 10, 2025

ALBANY- Maria Paonessa 92, entered eternal life on Dec 10, 2025. A resident of Albany since 1973, she was born in Italy the daughter of Michele & Grazia Paonessa. Maria was predeceased by her husband Salvatore. She is survived by her children, Frank(Connie) Paonessa, Josie(Craig) Knack, Michael (Stephanie DeSorbo) as well as her grandchildren, Frank (Billie) Paonessa, Daniel Paonessa, Christina...

Dean A. Pemberton Sr.

Dean A. Pemberton Sr.

Dec 10, 2025

SOUTH BETHLEHEM- Dean A. Pemberton Sr, 84, of South Bethlehem, passed away peacefully at St Peter’s Hospital on December 10, 2025 with his wife by his side. He was the son of the late Arthur and Hilda Pemberton. Dean was born in Albany, NY on June 12, 1941 and spent his childhood years in Ravena. After graduating from Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk High...

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