Obituaries

Dec 24, 2025

Loretta J. (Urban) Becker, 81, born in Schenectady, NY on January 21, 1944, passed away on December 24, 2025, at home surrounded by her family.

Adored by her family, she was the mother of Robert E. Becker (Deidre), Deborah (Becker) Danz, Catherine St. Clair (Lee) and Anne Behan (Tom). She was an amazing and doting grandmother (Grams) to Janet, Jennifer, and...

Dec 25, 2025

Irene K. Goodwin, 70, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Yonkers, NY, she was the daughter of the late George and Florence (Riddett) Niciu.

She was retired from Union College where she worked as a dispatcher for many years.

Irene enjoyed quilting, boating, tea and spoiling her grandchildren.

She was a loving wife,...

Dec 22, 2025

Barbara E. Jones, 64, of Schenectady passed away at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady on Monday December 22, 2025. Born in Keene Valley, NY, she was the daughter of the late Gerald Coons and Linda (Bruce) Coons of Guilderland Center.

Barbara was employed as a sales associate for Walmart.

She was an avid Yankees fan and enjoyed bowling, fishing, and camping and spent...

Dec 19, 2025

Veronica Johnson, was a longtime resident of Schenectady. On December 19th, 2025, Veronica Johnson passed on to her eternal resting place.

Veronica was born August 20th 1955 to Ella Mae Johnson and Albert Lee Johnson Sr. She grew up in Albany and was a graduate of Mont Pleasent High School. Veronica was known best for her amazing home cooking, her love...

Dec 17, 2025

George I. Contreras, 73, of Schenectady, passed away at home on December 17, 2025. Born in Queens, NY. He was the son of Israel and Veneranda Contreras.

He was employed in maintenance for Pro Janitorial Services.

George is survived by his wife Donna Contreras and his two sons.

A Celebration of George’s life will be on Tuesday December 30, 2025 at 11am at...

Dec 16, 2025

Stephen R. Warner, 76, of Schenectady, NY, passed away on December 16. He was born in Boston, Massachusetts, to Robert and Eileen Warner, one of seven children.

He is survived by three daughters; Emily T. (husband, Jim) and her children James and Devi (and their father Rabi); Alex W.; Kay M. (husband,Travis) and her children Danielle (husband, Steven) and Travis F....

Dec 15, 2025

John J. Moore, 74, of Broadalbin passed away at home on Monday December 15, 2025. Born in Troy, NY, he was the son of Richard and Mary (DeCelle) Moore Sr.

He served his country proudly in the Army. John was later employed as Postal Clerk for the Post Office in Saratoga.

John loved the outdoors and enjoyed archery and hunting. He also...

Dec 11, 2025

Kimberly Cooper, 57, of Schenectady passed away at home on Thursday December 11, 2025. Born in New Britian, CT, she was the daughter of Linda Bashaw.

She was a homemaker. Kimberly was passionate about cooking, music and dance. She loved everyone and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Kimberly is predeceased by one sister Tammy Litts.

She is survived by her husband...

Dec 10, 2025

Shirley Anne (Clute) Gifford, age 90, of Duanesburg, NY passed away peacefully at home on December 10, 2025 after a brief period of illness.

She was born to in Glens Falls NY on February 26, 1935 where she lived for a several years. Ultimately the family moved to Rensselaer NY. She attended Van Rensselaer high school, where she excelled in academics,...

Dec 9, 2025

Dec 9, 2025

Noyes, Pamela, East Greenbush.

Pam Noyes, 69, of East Greenbush passed away peacefully at Cobleskill Regional Hospital on December 9, 2025 after a courageous medical course.

Pam was born in Troy, the daughter of Kenneth and Delores Boom. She lived a happy childhood in Valley Falls, NY and went on to graduate from Hoosic Valley Central School in 1974. Pam married her...

Dec 7, 2025

Winthrop A Ford, Sr., affectionally known as Rickey or Big Rick, peacefully entered eternal rest on the same date as his father, December 7, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was united in marriage to his wife, Davilyn Ford in 2015, whom he shared a loving relationship with until his death.

Rickey was born on August 25, 1960 in Albany,...

Dec 5, 2025

Nicolina "Nickie" Battaglia, 93, of Rotterdam passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday December 5, 2025 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late James and Nancy (Niceforo) Saraco.

She was a homemaker. Nicolina was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church; she also was a member of the Ladies...

Dec 3, 2025

Andrew Reynolds, 30, of Schenectady, New York, passed away on December 3,2025 in his hometown, surrounded by those who loved him most. Born on October 27, 1995 in Schenectady, Andrew was the cherished son of Brian and Kellie Reynolds and the beloved brother of Luna Rose (Brian Reynolds Jr.)

Andrew graduated from Mohonasen High School in 2013, then went to Job...

Nov 30, 2025

Douglas N. Clark, 76, of Princetown passed away at home on Sunday November 30, 2025. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Norman and Winifred (Keyser) Clark.

He was employed for the General Electric Company as a Rigger.

Doug is predeceased by his first wife Virginia Clark and a sister Patricia Demidio.

He is survived by his loving wife Margaret...

Nov 29, 2025

Florence R. DeNice, 100, of Schenectady passed away on Saturday November 29, 2025 at Baptist Health and Rehabilitation Center in Scotia. Born in Newcomb, NY, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Marjorie (Huestis) Tefoe.

She was employed for many years as a bank clerk for Sunmark Federal Credit Union.

Florence was passionate about bowling. She was a member of...

Nov 27, 2025

Evelyn Rose Glaser Toffolo, 90, passed away peacefully after a long illness on November 27, 2025, with her family by her side

Evelyn was born in Schenectady, New York on May 25, 1935, the middle daughter of Frederick and Antoinette Obrecht Glaser. She was raised in Scotia and graduated from Scotia-Glenville High School. She married Alfio Toffolo on February 8, 1964....

Nov 25, 2025

Natasha "Tasha" Nicole McElroy, 44, of Scotia, NY, passed away on November 25, 2025, after a short battle with cancer. Born on February 15, 1981, Tasha was a loving daughter, mother, sister, and friend whose kindness and beautiful spirit touched everyone she met.

Tasha had a smile that could brighten any day and a laugh that was unforgettable. More than anything,...

Nov 22, 2025

Stephen Roche, 68, of Schenectady, NY, took his final breath at Ellis Hospital. Born with a wild spirit and a love for anything with a good beat, Stephen lived a rock-and-roll lifestyle from day one. If there was a concert within driving distance, he would be there, and if there was a good time to be had—well, Stephen had it....

Nov 20, 2025

Virginia L. Amell, 65, of Schenectady passed away on Thursday November 20. 2025 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Chichester, New Hampshire, she was the daughter of John and Marjorie (Arnott) Sauerheber.

She was a home maker.

Besides her parents, she is predeceased by her son Jacob Amell.

Virginia is survived by her daughter Nicole George, her brother Wayne Sauerheber, her sisters Vivian...