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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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Onufer, Katherine Anne
Aug 20, 2020
ALBANY - Katherine Anne Onufer departed the care of her loving parents on the morning of Thursday, August 20, 2020 at the Hospice Inn of St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany, N.Y. She died of complications from cancer. Katherine was born along with her twin sister Jennifer on Christmas Eve of 1980 in Watertown, N.Y. to Richard and...
Wickman, Caroline P.
Aug 14, 2020
GLENMONT - Caroline Petry Wickman peacefully passed away at the age of 60 on August 14, 2020 after a brief illness. Caroline has been reunited in heaven with her beloved mother, Anne Ruth Tully Wickman, her adored father, Thomas Joseph Wickman, and her precious stepmother, Christine Wickman, as well as several cherished aunts, uncles and cousins. She is survived...
Straney, William “Bill”
Aug 12, 2020
ALBANY - William J. "Bill" Straney, 84 of Albany, passed away on Wednesday, August 12th at St. Peter's Hospice Inn. He was the son of the late Charles F. Straney and Helen (Dooley) Straney and is predeceased by his wife, Maureen (Legler) Straney and his son, Sean T. Straney. Born in Albany, Bill was a graduate of...
Miller, Joan Ann
Aug 10, 2020
St. CHARLES, MO-Joan Ann Miller, age 90, passed away peacefully of natural causes in St. Charles, Missouri on Monday, August 10, 2020. She was the daughter of the late Robert DeRouville and Stephina (Herrewyn) DeRouville. Joan was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Leonard J. Miller and is survived by her son, Robert Miller and daughter-in-law, Alma, and...
Simmons, Rosa
Aug 8, 2020
Rosa was such a free spirited, lively, generous, and boundless person that whomever crossed her path, enjoyed being in her company. She was also a very caring, loving, welcoming, warm, genuine, and highly favored woman. Her love for dancing was full of excitement. Anytime she heard one of her favorite songs at the time playing, it had everyone around,...
Sheehan, Mary T.
Aug 6, 2020
SLINGERLANDS- Mary (Trzaskos) Sheehan, 101, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2020. Born in Amsterdam, NY she was the daughter of the late Stanislaw and Aniela (Felkiel) Trzaskos. Her early education was in the Amsterdam School System. She moved to Elmira, NY where she resided with Ralph and Carolyn (Calkins) Austin. Mary graduated from Southside High School and Elmira College...
Nardacci, Donald C.
Aug 4, 2020
ALBANY- Donald C. Nardacci, 92 died Tuesday August 4, 2020 at his home. Born and educated in Albany, he was the son of the late Charles and Lillian (Crosettie) Nardacci. Mr. Nardacci was a Navy Veteran of the Korean War. He was an electrician in the Navy and later at Sterling Drug in Rensselaer. Mr. Nardacci was a Communicant...
Kelly, Faith
Aug 4, 2020
WATERVLIET- Faith S. Kelly, 84, died peacefully on August 4,2020. She is survived by her daughter Maura Pilla (Mike), granddaughters Krista Pino (Derek) and Michaella DeJonge (William), sister-in-law Maureen McGuire, many nieces and nephews, and the many who also considered her "nana". She is predeceased by her husband, Joseph Kelly, son, Christopher Kelly and brother, John Sullivan. Originally from...
Hogan, George E.
Aug 3, 2020
ALBANY- George E. Hogan, 82, passed away Monday August 3, 2020 after a brief illness. Born and educated in Albany, he was the son of the late Dr. Daniel J.M and Elois Hogan. He received his Master’s degree from Oswego and was an Industrial Arts teacher in the South Colonie School District for many years. He was a Communicant...
Feeney, Alma
Jul 30, 2020
GUILDERLAND- Alma Feeney, 97, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Thursday, July 30, 2020. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Katherine Beckerle. She graduated from Vincentian Institute and New York State Teachers College. As a young woman, Alma lived in NYC and enjoyed the theater, music and excitement of...
Reehl, Jessica Erin
Jul 30, 2020
DELMAR - Jessica Erin Reehl, 39, passed away suddenly on Friday, July 30, 2020 in her home in Delmar. She was born on September 22, 1980 in Albany to Rebecca (Ditschler) Reehl and Joseph V. Reehl (Patricia). She graduated from the Orlo School of Hair Design in Albany in 2008. She was a devout Grandmother, Mother and...
Carnes, Alan G.
Jul 28, 2020
ALBANY - Alan G. Carnes, 59, passed away peacefully on July 28 at Albany Medical Center. Alan was born in Atlanta Georgia, the son of the late Eugene and Joyce (Fawcett) Carnes. He is survived by his longtime dear friend of Shirley Gresens of Albany. In keeping with Alan's wishes there will be no services.
Berben, Harold J. “Ike” Sr.
Jul 22, 2020
GLENMONT – Harold J. “Ike” Berben, Sr., 89, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2020 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Edwin and Gertrude Berben. He graduated from Philip Schuyler High School and served in the US Navy during the Korean War. Mr. Berben was a Master Mechanic with...
Robilotto, Patricia L.
Jul 16, 2020
LATHAM - Patricia L. Robilotto, 78 of Latham passed away suddenly on July 16, 2020. Patricia was born on March 27, 1942 in Hartford, Conn to Chester and Louise Wisniewski (Glynn). She attended Cardinal McCloskey High School. Pat was the Co-Owner of Falvo’s Meat Market in Slingerlands. She truly looked forward to her yearly trip of 29...
Rutnik, Mary Jo
Jul 14, 2020
DELMAR - Mary Jo Rutnik, age 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on July 14, 2020. Mary Jo was born in Albany, New York on April 18, 1931, the daughter of the late Daniel and Josephine (O'Donohoe) Keenan. She was pre-deceased by her loving husband George Rutnik. She is survived by her six children...
Lobosco, Dominick P.
Jul 9, 2020
GLENMONT - Dominick Lobosco, 72, surrounded by his loving family, was peacefully called to the Lord on Thursday, July 9, 2020 following a long and valiant battle with cancer. Born and raised in Albany, NY, he was the son of the late John B. and Anne (Rinaldo) Lobosco. He was a graduate of Albany High School and...
Van Ness, Charles E. Jr.
Jul 7, 2020
MICHIGAN - Charles Edward Van Ness Jr. A.K.A. Kausar passed away on July 7, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving wife and family. Kausar was born on February 25th, 1953 in Albany, New York to his mother Jennie L. Van Ness and the late Charles E. Van Ness Sr. He is preceded by his brother the...
Cole, Michael A.
Jul 7, 2020
ALBANY - Michael A. Cole, 67, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2020. Born in Albany, Michael was the son of Evelyn (Gregory) Cole and the late Clyde Cole. Michael is survived by his loving wife Margaret of 30 years; his daughters Barbara, Sandra and Theresa. Five grandchildren: Desiree, Shania, Ryhan, Ryzwan and Jose. One great granddaughter...
Allen, George E.
Jul 5, 2020
BALLSTON LAKE - George E. (Bunzie) Allen age 81 passed away Sunday July 5, 2020 at Saratoga Hospital after a long illness with Parkinson's Disease. Virginia (Catalano) Allen was the beloved wife of George for 57 years. He served in the US Air force and had a long career with the Local 201 Painters Union as a painter, flooring...
Russum, Charles “Chuck” W.
Jul 5, 2020
GLENMONT - Charles W. Russum, son of the late Raymond Russum and Viginia Russum-Keefe (Adda), passed away suddenly on July 5, 2020 in Readsboro, VT. He was 68 years old and lived in Glenmont, NY. He is survived by his wife and best friend Patricia K. Russum, who were married for 42 years. He was a graduate...
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