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Recent Obituaries in Schenectady, NY
Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Schenectady, NY area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.
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Lynn Dashnaw
Oct 10, 2008
Lynn Dashnaw, 63, of Schenectady died at Ellis Hospital on Friday October 10, 2008 after a short illness. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Lewis and Katherine (Story) Coager. She graduated from Burnt Hills Ballston Lake High School and Schenectady County Community College. Lynn was employed for 30 years for the Pension and Payroll Department...
Valentino Joseph Federico
Oct 9, 2008
Valentino Joseph Federico Jr., 74, of Schenectady passed away peacefully on Thursday October 9, 2008 at home in the hands of his loving family. Born in Little Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Valentino J. and Sara (Tisi) Federico Sr. He graduated from St. Mary's Academy and attended Utica Community College. Valentino served in the US...
Dorothy Hauswald
Oct 7, 2008
In the sure and certain hope of the resurrection to life, it has pleased Almighty God to take into His loving care Dorothy M. Hauswald on October 7, 2008. Dorothy was preceded in death by her loving husband of 55 years, Karl Hauswald; her parents Charles and Mary Katherine Gordon; and her brother Walter Gordon. She is survived by...
Ruth Arbour
Oct 5, 2008
Ruth E. Arbour 95 of Rotterdam died Sunday evening October 5, 2008 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Home. Born and educated in Schenectady, Ruth worked for the General Electric Company in the Payroll Department for over 25 years before her retirement. Ruth was a member of the ? Century club of the GE was an artist, and avid traveler, enjoyed...
Jerry Suburro
Oct 3, 2008
Jerry Suburro (Samborin) 100 of Rotterdam died Friday evening October 3, 2008 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Frank and Philomena Saburro. A machinist for the General Electric Company, Jerry retired in the late 1960's. An entrepreneur, Jerry owned and operated several businesses in Schenectady; he was a true Jack...
Eugene S Deorazio
Oct 2, 2008
Eugene S. DeOrazio 90 of Norwood, NY and formerly of Avenue A in Schenectady for 45 years died Thursday October 2nd ,2008 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. Born in Schenectady, NY, he was the son of the late Adam and Philomena (DeOrio) DeOrazio and the last of ten children. A graduate of Draper High School, Gene was a three sport...
Evelyn R Garner
Sep 26, 2008
Evelyn R. Garner, 84, of Rotterdam died at home on Friday September 26, 2008 after a short illness. Born in Middleburgh, NY, she was the daughter of the late Sheridan and Hilda (Cotton) Palmer. Evelyn was a graduate of Middleburgh High School. She was a homemaker. Evelyn volunteered in the Schalmont School Library for over 15 years. She was...
Patricia A King
Sep 25, 2008
Patricia A. King 73 of Rotterdam died early Thursday morning September 25th at Ellis Hospital after a long illness. Born and educated in Schenectady, Patricia was the daughter of the late Leon and Geraldine Gourley and a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. Patricia was a Management information Supervisor for Visiting Nurse Services of Schenectady for over 13 years...
Diana Frances Di Sorbo Young
Sep 22, 2008
Diana Di Sorbo Young 32 of Schenectady died suddenly on her birthday September 22, 2008 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Niskayuna, Diana is the daughter of Judith Zebrowski Di Sorbo of Rotterdam and Philip Di Sorbo (Cindy) of Ghent, NY. A graduate of Scotia Glenville High School, she had attended Schenectady County Community College. Diana had a life...
Marion M Howe
Sep 16, 2008
Marion M. Howe, 93, of Rotterdam died Tuesday September 16, 2008 at Baptist Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Scotia. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late James and Eva (Bond) Snare. Marion was a graduate of Draper High School. She was employed for 38 years as a Secretary for the General Electric Company in Schenectady. Marion...
May V Kanetzky
Sep 12, 2008
May passed away on Friday, September 12, 2008. May was a resident of Schenectady, New York. No Services.
Richard E Weisheit
Sep 12, 2008
Life-long Rotterdam resident Richard E. Weisheit died peacefully on Friday September 12th after a long illness, in the house he and his wife built, surrounded by the love of family and friends. He was 78. Born on November 29, 1929, Mr. Weisheit was a graduate of Draper High School. For nearly 60 years he belonged to the Bricklayer's and...
George W Bloom
Sep 8, 2008
George W. Bloom, 90, of Rotterdam Junction died Monday at Baptist Health and Rehabilitation Center in Scotia. Born in Elizabethtown, NY, he was the son of the late Daniel and Helen (Patterson) Bloom. George served in the US Army in World War 2. He was employed as a Mail Carrier for the US Post Office. George was a member...
Douglas R Decarlo
Sep 6, 2008
Douglas R. DeCarlo, 48, of Rotterdam died peacefully Saturday at home surrounded by his family. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of Robert DeCarlo (Dolores) of Rotterdam and the late Arlene (Palmer) DeCarlo. Doug graduated from Schalmont High School and attended Schenectady County Community College. He was employed for many years as a manager for American Airlines and...
Katherine L Yahn
Sep 5, 2008
Katherine L. Yahn, 90, of Schenectady died Friday September 5, 2008 at the Glendale Home. Born in Schenectady she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Lena (Redmond) Penistan. Katherine was a homemaker. She was a member of the Second Reformed Church in Rotterdam. Katherine enjoyed Oil Painting, Gardening, Cooking, Animals and the Adirondack Mountains. She is predeceased...
Donald R Sherman
Sep 4, 2008
Donald R. Sherman, 55, of St Johnsville died Thursday at Little Falls Hospital. Born in Cohoes, NY, he was the son of the late Robert Sherman and Arlyne (Lewis) Smith of Florida. He served in the US Army. Donald attended the GE Apprentice Program and Union College. He was employed as a Retail Manager for Lowe's Department Store in...
Marjorie E Herd
Sep 3, 2008
Marjorie E. Herd, 93, of Rotterdam died Wednesday September 3, 2008 at Bassett Healthcare in Cooperstown, NY after a short illness. Born in Watervliet, NY, she was the daughter of Robert and Catherine (Hill) Morse. She attended Nott Terrace High School in Schenectady. Marjorie was a learning Governess at the Children's Home in Troy. She was later a homemaker....
Valaria M Rose
Sep 2, 2008
Valaria (Mickey) Rose 90 of Schenectady died Tuesday evening September 2, 2008 at Ellis Hospital. Mickey was born in Ithaca, NY on January 6, 1918, the daughter of John and Maude DeMun. She worked for the Carl Company and Pleasant Valley Meat Packing Company. Mickey was the wife of the late Donald Rose who she married June 2, 1945...
Marjorie E Colose
Aug 30, 2008
Marjorie E. Colose 76 of Schenectady died Saturday August 30th at her home after a long illness. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late James and Harriet (Guynup)Clough and a graduate of Nott Terrace High School. A homemaker, Marjorie was a devoted wife , mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She is survived by her beloved husband...
Lynne L Williams
Aug 29, 2008
To: Gazette for Tuesday and Wednesday September 2nd and 3rd, 2008 with logo From: Bond Funeral Home, 1614 Guilderland Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12306 518-346-8424 Please call with charges Lynne L. Williams 64 of Ballston Lake, NY died Friday afternoon August 29th at Northwood's at Niskayuna. Born in Albany, Lynne was the daughter of the late Marlin and Clara Fuller....
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