Sokol, Dorothy Bunal
May 6, 2022
SCHENECTADY- Dorothy A. Bunal Sokol, Catholic Leader, 64, joined her Lord on May 6, 2022. Born in Rome, NY she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Irene Bunal. Dorothy received her B.A. from the College of St. John Fisher and earned her Master’s in Pastoral Studies from Boston College. She devoted her career to Catholic Education and...
Dussor, Frances Ruth
May 6, 2022
BINGHAMTON, NY – Frances “Ruth” Dussor, passed away peacefully on Friday May 6, 2022 at Elizabeth Church Manor Nursing Home, after a brief illness. She was surrounded by immediate family. Born March 1931 in Albany, NY she was the daughter of the late Margaret (Ehrgott) Dougherty and Francis W. Dougherty. Ruth graduated from Vincentian Institute in Albany, and retired...
Calabrese, Eugene “Geno”
Apr 30, 2022
ALBANY- Eugene “Geno” Calabrese, 66, passed away peacefully surrounded by family April 30, 2022. Born in Albany, he was the son of Velma and the late Eugene Calabrese and graduated from Albany High School and SUNY Brockport. Gene began his career in Manhattan working in marketing for 11 years. He returned to Albany and worked as a foreclosure inspector...
Sobieski, Sharon T.
Apr 28, 2022
GUILDERLAND – Sharon T. Sobieski, 67, passed away April 28, 2022 at Ellis Hospital. Born and educated in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Ethel Philips. Sharon was a daycare provider and an animal lover. She was an active volunteer and member of Lynwood Reformed Church and Fort Hunter Fire District. She is survived by...
Monjeau, Jo-Ann
Apr 27, 2022
ALBANY- Jo-Ann Monjeau, 65, of Albany died on April 27, 2022. Jo-Ann was born in the Bronx, New York to Betty Jane (Muranyi) Horowitz and Israel M. Horowitz, both of whom predeceased her. Jo-Ann received her bachelor of science in nursing in 1979, graduating first in the final class of the SUNY Albany School of Nursing. She was accepted...
Luther, Edward L., Jr.
Apr 22, 2022
DAYTONA BEACH, FL- Edward L. Luther, Jr, 80 passed away peacefully on April 22, 2022 at Emory L. Bennett State Veterans Nursing Home. Born on April 1, 1942 in Albany he was the son of the late Edward L. and Margaret (Mastriano) Luther, Sr. Ed graduated from Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk High School, class of 1960. After graduation he enlisted in the...
Mannarino, Catherine S.
Apr 21, 2022
ALBANY- Catherine S. Mannarino, 98, passed away Thursday, April 21, 2022. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Giovanni and Antonetta Sano. Catherine graduated from Cathedral Academy and worked as a secretary at Memorial Hospital for several years. She later joined the office of Sano Rubin construction where she remained for over 30 years. Mrs. Sano...
Milner, Mary Louise
Apr 20, 2022
ALBANY- Mary Louise Milner, 94, passed away April 20, 2022. She was born in Asheboro, NC and lived in Albany most of her life. Mary Louise worked as an aide at the Albany Veterans Hospital for many years. She was a founding member of the Church of God of Prophecy in Albany. Mary Louise is survived by her sister...
Vaccariello, Mary E.
Apr 18, 2022
COLONIE- Mary Mack Vaccariello, 91, passed away in San Diego, CA on April 18, 2022 after a brief illness. Born and educated in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Mary Mack, she attended St. Joseph’s Academy and graduated from Cathedral Academy. Mary worked as a telephone operator with AT&T for 40 years retiring in 1997....
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
