Obituaries

Jun 7, 2024

DELMAR - Mary Catherine (Travis) Bartlett, born September 21, 1929 to the late Adelbert and Barbara (Gansle) Travis, passed away peacefully at St. Peter’s Hospice on June 7, 2024.  Mary was the devoted wife to Arthur Bartlett for 66 years, prior to his passing on September 6, 2020.

Mary was a proud graduate of Philip...

Jun 3, 2024

ALBANY- Daniel G. Keenan passed away peacefully at home June 3, 2024.  He was 90 years old.  An Albany native through and through, Dan was the son of Daniel A. and Josephine O’Donohoe Keenan.  He was a graduate of St. Teresa of Avila Grammar School, Christian Brothers Academy class of ’51 and the Simmons School of Embalming and Restorative...

Jun 3, 2024

ALBANY- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas Michael Reith who left us on June 3, 2024, at the age of 60. Tom’s unwavering dedication to his family, every dog that came into his path, his passion for sports, and his enduring love for his nephews defined a life well-lived.

Born on...

May 30, 2024

John Scarpellino, 82, of Rensselaer, passed away on May 30, 2024, with his loving family by his side. Born in Providence Rhode Island on September 14, 1941, he is the son of the late Giovannie and Edna (Wise) Scarpellino.

Survived by his daughters Karen Scarpellino Kelley, Jean Meher (Bryon) and grandchildren William John Thibodeau III, Aiden Kelley...

May 24, 2024

ALBANY- Donna Gavel Humphreys died unexpectedly, but peacefully, at her home on May 24, 2024.  Donna was born on September 3, 1947 in Batavia, New York.  She was the daughter of the of the late Elaine and John Gavel (John died when Donna was three).  Donna was a graduate of Batavia High School and received her Bachelor’s degree and...

May 21, 2024

Leonardo Velez, 82, of Albany passed away on May 21, 2024, with his loving family by his side. Born in Medellin Colombia on May 22, 1941, he is the son of the late Leonel and Eloisa Velez.

Survived by his son Leonel (Suzanne) Velez of Belchertown, Ma and his beloved grandchildren, Alexander, Dylan and Carly.

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May 20, 2024

Mary Theresa Agnes Sontz, 89, of Albany, passed away on May 20, 2024, with her loving family by her side.  Born in Troy, NY on October 16, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Marion and Blanche Czernecki and adopted daughter of the Francis Casale, sisters Kay, Rita and Janet.

Mary worked for several years at...

May 18, 2024

Leonard R. Muhlich passed away suddenly on May 18, 2024, at the age of 80.

Len was born on October 6, 1943, to Leonard and Rosa Muhlich in Queens, NY. His family soon moved to Phoenicia, NY, and the Catskill Mountains would become his favorite place. Len went to Ithaca College for undergrad, where he was a...

May 15, 2024

Marie Rose “Queenie” Losi, 90, passed away on Wednesday May 15,2024 in her sleep at home, with loved ones close by.  She was born on May 1,1934 to John and Rosemary Nardolillo. She grew up in the south end of Albany and was a graduate of Cathedral Academy. Queenie worked at public school #24 (TOAST) for 32 years, first...

May 13, 2024

Helene E. DePalma, 76, of Central Bridge, NY passed away peacefully on May 13, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Albany, NY on May 13, 1948, she is the eldest daughter of the late John L. and Ann M. (Wright) Hines. Helene attended Blessed Sacrament Elementary School, Cardinal McCloskey Memorial High School, Albany Medical Center School of...

May 11, 2024

After a long illness, William “Bill” J. Blanchard, Jr., 77, passed away May 11, 2024, in Colonie, with his loving family by his side.

Bill was born to William and Lillian Blanchard on August 28, 1946, in Albany, NY. He enjoyed watching sports and was an avid and loyal Red Sox fan. He enjoyed being outdoors and...

May 10, 2024

GLENMONT- Kelly Moran, 58, of Glenmont, N.Y. passed away on May 10 at Albany Medical Center after a courageous battle with cancer.

Daughter of Samuel and Kathleen Fresina, Kelly was born in Albany, N.Y. on August 3, 1965. She later moved to Clifton Park where she attended Shenendehowa High School and then Hudson Valley Community College.

May 6, 2024

Janson L. Fros, 42, of Albany passed away May 6, 2024, at Albany Medical Center with his loving family by his side after a brief illness. Born in Albany on February 23, 1982, he is the son of Linda M. (Peterson) Romano and Jacobus H. Fros.

Just like his favorite song, Janson lived a life of a...

May 4, 2024

Jesus Alberto Morocho, 79, of Albany, passed away on May 4, 2024, in Ecuador with his loving family by his side. Born in Deleg Ecuador on January 17, 1945, he is the son of the late Luis Angel Morocho and Juana Quizpe Morocho.

Jesus is survived by his loving wife Mercedes, and by his children Narcisa, Carlos,...

Apr 25, 2024

Eleanor Grace Serafino, 88, passed peacefully April 25, 2024, after a brief illness.  She was born on January 31, 1936 in Albany NY.  She was the daughter of the late Patsy (Louis) and Frances Serafino.

Grace graduated for Bethlehem Central High School in Delmar NY and began her career at NY telephone.  She worked her way up...

Apr 22, 2024

Michelle M. Cerone, 69, of Albany passed away on April 22, 2024, with her husband Joseph by her side. Born in Albany on December 18, 1954, she was the daughter of Marjorie (Allen) Laurent and the late René Laurent.

Michelle was a graduate of Bethlehem Central High School class of 1973. After graduation Michelle went to work...

Apr 20, 2024

Rose S. Fiddemon, beloved wife, devoted mother, and faithful servant of God, passed away on April 20, 2024, at the age of 70. Known affectionately as "Mom," Rose leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering faith. Born on February 17, 1954, Rose lived a life filled with grace and compassion. She was the cherished wife of the...

Apr 18, 2024

Patricia (Finn) Dziamba, 81, of Rensselaer NY passed away peacefully with her beloved children by her side on April 18, 2024. She was the wife of the late George Dziamba who passed away in 2010 and the daughter of the late James and Dorothy Finn.

She was a loving, caring mother, grandmother and great grandmother and friend....

Apr 17, 2024

Karen M. (Barton) Hotaling, 84, of Albany passed away April 17, 2024, with her loving family by her side. Born in Albany on March 23, 1940.

Survivors include 3 sons James Hotaling Jr, William Hotaling, Charles Hotaling and 1 daughter Elizabeth Potter (Duane), she is also survived by 1 sister Kathleen Selmer (David),  8 grandchildren, 6 great...

Apr 15, 2024

Heaven has gained another angel, Lucille A. Hilson, 76, of Colonie passed away on April 15, 2024, at St. Peter’s Hospice with her loving family by her side. Born in Albany on September 12, 1947, she is the daughter of the late Charles and Theresa (Flannigan) Carr.

Survived by her loving husband of 60 years John Hilson...