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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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Cronin, Timothy J.

Cronin, Timothy J.

Apr 16, 2022

Glenmont, NY - Timothy James Cronin, 61, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2022 after a brief illness. Born in Queens, NY. Timothy was the son of Roseanne Conway Cronin and the late Gerald Cronin. Timothy was a graduate of St. Anthony’s High School on Long Island in 1978 & LeMoyne College in 1982. Timothy was a Writer...

Hoffman, Michelle K.

Hoffman, Michelle K.

Apr 13, 2022

ALBANY- Michelle K. (George Gianquitto) Hoffman, 71, passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2022 after a brief illness. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Elias and Evelyn George. Michelle graduated from Albany High School, class of 1968. After 35 years with the NYS Department of Labor, she continued to work with the Polish Community Center and...

Fiddemon, Rev. Calvin W.

Fiddemon, Rev. Calvin W.

Apr 12, 2022

ALBANY- Reverend Calvin Wendell Fiddemon was 73 years old when he was called home to the Lord on April 12th, 2022. He was born in Cambridge, MD on February 12, 1949. Reverend Calvin Fiddemon resided in the city of Albany, NY, and attended Albany High school where he earned his high school diploma. He also attended college at Empire...

Desforge, Robert W.

Desforge, Robert W.

Apr 10, 2022

ALBANY- Robert W. DesForge, 72, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family after a long illness on April 10, 2022. Born and educated in Albany, he was the son of the late Wilfred and Harriet DesForge. Bob was a Veteran of the US Air Force during Vietnam. He worked for Atlas Copco in Voorheesville for many years....

Mortensen, Jeanette E.

Mortensen, Jeanette E.

Apr 3, 2022

SELKIRK – Surrounded by her loving family, Jeanette Elizabeth Mortensen entered into eternal life on April 3rd 2022. She was born in 1932 to Harold and Katherine Williams of Selkirk, NY. Jeanette grew up in Selkirk and graduated from Ravena Coeymans High School in 1950. She was a graduate of Albany Business College in 1951. Jeanette worked for Stone...

Barr, Orrin J. Jr.

Barr, Orrin J. Jr.

Mar 31, 2022

MECHANICVILLE – Orrin J. Barr, Jr. 84, passed away peacefully at home Thursday, March 31, 2022 surrounded by his family. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Orrin and Gloria Barr. He graduated from Christian Brothers Academy and was a NYS Trooper for 32 years. He later was a driver for UPS. Orrin was a member...

Michne, Jill E.

Michne, Jill E.

Mar 30, 2022

GLENMONT- Jill Elizabeth Michne passed away on March 30, 2022. Jill was a beloved wife, daughter, sister and aunt. Those who knew Jill, knew of her thoughtfulness and witnessed her loving and patient ways in everything she did. Jill cherished the bond with her dogs and she loved them endlessly. They were a source of joy and love that...

Tierney, David R.

Tierney, David R.

Mar 28, 2022

CASTLETON-ON-HUDSON – David R. Tierney, 59, died Monday, March 28, 2022 at home. Born in Albany, Dave was the son of the late Bob and Martha Tierney. He graduated from Bishop Maginn High School and worked for the City of Albany in the forestry department, retiring after 30 years of service. Dave enjoyed bowling and loved the outdoors especially...

Briggs, David J.

Briggs, David J.

Mar 23, 2022

ALBANY- Davis J. Briggs, 52 died suddenly at home on March 23, 2022. Born and raised in Albany, David worked for Price Chopper for many years. He later worked for many local restaurants including Graneys in which he was considered family to the staff. David loved all sports and was a fan of the Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins...

O’Hearn, Lynn S.

O’Hearn, Lynn S.

Mar 22, 2022

SARATOGA SPRINGS – Lynn Sickley O’Hearn 88, of Saratoga Springs, N.Y formerly of Sea Girt, N.J., passed away peacefully on March 22, 2022. Born in Orange, N.J., Lynn grew up in South Orange, graduated from Columbia High School and attended Connecticut College. She graduated from Interboro Institute in New York City as a bilingual secretary. Lynn worked at Johnson...

Losi, Anthony C.

Losi, Anthony C.

Mar 21, 2022

ALBANY- Anthony C. Losi, 91, passed away Monday, March 21, 2022 at home surrounded by his loving family. A proud native of Albany’s South End, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Losi and a graduate of Christian Brothers Academy where he was captain of the 1949 football team. Tony was in the US Army during...

Weis, Douglas F.

Weis, Douglas F.

Mar 19, 2022

ALBANY- Douglas Francis Weis, 80,a lifelong resident of Albany, NY,passed away at his home,March 19, 2022.He was the son of the late Frederick T. Weis, Sr. andElizabeth M. (Flanagan) Weis. Douglas was a graduate of Phillip Schuyler High School, Albany, NYandwas employed by New York State Workers’ Compensation Board for 30 years, retiring with formal expressions of appreciation. He...

Weber, Francis “Joe”

Weber, Francis “Joe”

Mar 14, 2022

ALBANY- Francis “Joe” Weber, 61 passed away peacefully on Monday, March 14, 2022 at Albany Medical Center Hospital after suffering a stroke. Born and educated in Queens, NY he was the son of the late John and Theresa (Gaylord) Weber. Joe worked at the Albany School of Humanities as a custodian for 21 years retiring in 2018. Afer he...

Marr, Mary Ellen

Marr, Mary Ellen

Mar 13, 2022

ALBANY- Mary Ellen (Patricelli) Marr, 75, passed away Sunday, March 13, 2022 surrounded by her loving family at home. Born and educated in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Dominick and Luella VanDerVeer Patricelli. Mary Ellen raised her family and was a homemaker. She loved Elvis and was an avid animal lover especially cats and birds. She...

Waidelich, Marie

Waidelich, Marie

Mar 11, 2022

SLINGERLANDS- Marie Waidelich, 84 passed away peacefully at her home in the Beverwyck on Friday March 11, 2022. Marie was born in Manhattan and lived in Astoria, Queens, until she married. She was the oldest daughter of the late Michael and Josephine (Grasso) Giampietro, and sister to Katherine Redmond and Peter Giampietro. She married Walter C. Waidelich on December...

Mccarthy, William J. Sr.

Mccarthy, William J. Sr.

Mar 10, 2022

DELMAR – It is with profound sadness and a deep appreciation for his life, that the family of William James McCarthy, Sr. (Bill) announce his passing, surrounded by his family on March 10, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer. The essence of Bill was his strength and character. Bill’s strength was rooted in his Catholic faith. His character...

Dipace, Mary M.

Dipace, Mary M.

Mar 10, 2022

ALBANY- Mary M.(Kurtz) DiPace, passed away peacefully Friday, March 11, 2022. Born and educated in Albany, Mary was a lifelong Albany resident and homemaker. Wife of the late Benjamin B. DiPace and sister of the late Walter Kurtz she is survived by her daughter Donna (the late Robert) Ackerman and her son Mark (Barbara) DiPace; grandchildren Lauren DiPace, Stephanie...

Papas, Evangelia Alexandra

Papas, Evangelia Alexandra

Mar 4, 2022

Papas, Evangelia Alexandra ALBANY- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beautiful Evangelia Alexandra Papas, on March 4th, 2022. She is remembered by her three devoted children Athina (Sam) Sgambati, Basile (Coleen) Papas, and George Papas, as well as her grandchildren Alex and Matthew Sgambati, and Nick (Kaycei), Noah, Arianna, and Zoe Papas (her...

Fox, William C. Jr.

Fox, William C. Jr.

Mar 1, 2022

ALBANY- William C. Fox, Jr., 93, passed away March 1, 2022 at home. Born and educated in Albany, he was the son of the late William and Anne (Bensinger) Fox, Sr. Bill worked in the family business William C. Fox Bait and Tackle for many years. He was a US Army Veteran of the Korean conflict and upon his...

Allen, Lorraine G.

Allen, Lorraine G.

Feb 17, 2022

GLENMONT- Lorraine G. Mergenthaler Allen, 88, passed away February 17, 2022 at home surrounded by her family. Born in Troy, NY she was the daughter of the late Frank and Mildred Renard Mergenthaler. In 1957 Lorraine and her husband Wayne moved to Feura Bush and together they built their dream house. She worked as a Certified Nurses Aide at...

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