Obituaries
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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David E. Hone
Nov 25, 2023
David E. Hone, 85, of Rotterdam passed away on Saturday November 25, 2023 at Country Meadows Retirement Center in Hershey, PA. Born in Brownsville, PA, he was the son of Eugene and Margaret (Moore) Hone.
He is predeceased by his wife Arlene (DeLucia) Hone. He is survived by his sister Dianna Bush of Palmyra, PA.
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Edward H. Schaperjahn
Nov 24, 2023
Edward H. Schaperjahn, 89, of Glenville passed away on Friday November 24, 2023 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Home in Schenectady. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Heinrich (Henry) and Marie Novak Schaperjahn.
He was a graduate of Galway High School and later served his country as a Seebee in the United States Navy....
Michael Joseph Pickrell
Nov 18, 2023
Michael Joseph Pickrell, 68 of Murphy, was called home by the Lord and given his angel wings to watch over his family and friends on Saturday, November 18, 2023. He was a native of Schenectady, New York and 1973 graduate of Wilbur H. Lynch High School in Amsterdam, New York. He enlisted in the United States Navy and was stationed...
Linda Marie Jones
Nov 13, 2023
Linda Marie Jones, 67, of Schenectady passed away on Monday November 13, 2023, at the Delmar Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Bethlehem, NY. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Florence (Harrington) Jones.
She was employed for many years for the Freihofer Baking Company in Albany. Linda was an avid lover of...
Forrest Ron Byrne
Nov 8, 2023
Forrest "Ron" Rankin Byrne of Altamont, NY passed away on November 8, 2023 at age 75. He leaves a legacy of love, service, loyalty, and family.
Born July 17, 1948 to Beverly Hartmont and Francis Byrne, he grew up in the Chicago suburb of Country Club Hills, where he attended Rich Central High School. Before serving in...
Angela Pepper
Nov 7, 2023
Angela Pepper, 75, of Scotia, passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady surrounded by loved ones. She was born on December 18, 1947, in Schenectady, a daughter of the late Allen J. and Helen (Simpson) Neach. After graduating from high school, Angela worked in the kitchen at the Glendale Home for several years before...
Carmella (Renzi) Galligan
Nov 6, 2023
Carmella Galligan, 81, passed away on Monday November 6, 2023 at the Schenectady Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation with her husband at her side. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Gabriele and Philomena (Ruggiero) Renzi Sr.
She was a high school graduate and was employed as a teacher’s aide for the Schalmont School...
Karen A Schlicht
Oct 31, 2023
Karen A. Schlicht, 66, of Rotterdam passed away on Tuesday October 31, 2023 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born in Cobleskill, she was the daughter of the late John and Florence (Grassini) Handy Sr.
Karen worked as a keypunch operator for NYS, was a popular Bartender for several local establishments and was a self-employed Home Health Aide....
Luz M. Hernandez
Oct 28, 2023
Luz M. Hernandez 65, passed away suddenly Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Albany Medical Center with her husband and daughter at her side.
Luz was born and raised in Bronx, New York the daughter of Hosana Hernandez and Victor Ramos. She was a resident of Palm Bay, Florida since 1992. Luz was a homemaker, foster mom, and...
Thomas J. Embler Jr.
Oct 27, 2023
Thomas Joseph Embler, born September 7, 1983 passed away after a short illness on October 27, 2023.
He was self-employed as a seal coat, black topper.
Thomas is predeceased by his father Thomas J. Embler Sr. a sister Kristina St. Laurent Boyle. He is survived by two sisters, Tia and Ashley (George) St. Laurent, his...
James Patrick Boughton
Oct 24, 2023
James Patrick Boughton, 68, of Schenectady passed away at home on Tuesday October 24, 2023. Born in Albany, NY at Brady Maternity Hospital, he was the son of Harley Boughton and Mary Jean (Francey) Boughton.
He was a graduate of Draper High School. James was employed as a truck driver for William M Larned and Sons in...
Eva Szupperits
Oct 22, 2023
Eva Szupperits, 93, passed away on October 22, 2023 at Ellis Hospital. Born in Budapest, Hungary on October 17, 1930, she immigrated to the United States on December 25, 1956 to begin her new life with her husband and daughter in New Jersey. Later in life she moved to Niskayuna, NY to be near her daughter and granddaughters. She...
Mathew Joseph Poplawski
Oct 20, 2023
Mathew J. Poplawski, 34, of Schenectady, New York, passed away on October 20, 2023, in Ithaca New York as a result of an automobile accident while helping someone in need. His final act was one of kindness and compassion and so true to his spirit.
Mathew was born In Albany, New York on April 26,1989. He is...
Donald Schweizer "Catfish Don"
Oct 16, 2023
Donald Schweizer "Catfish Don", 80 of Schenectady, passed away at his home on October 16, 2023, after a brief illness. Born In Long Island, New York, Donald is the loving son of the late Louise Schweizer.
He is survived by his wife Marilyn McKeon, his step daughter Rachel (Scott), and two grandchildren Kinsey and Natalie.
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Christine A. Patrick
Oct 16, 2023
Christine Patrick died peacefully at Horizons Living and Rehab Center in Brunswick, Maine on October 16, 2023. The daughter of Donald Senecal and Helen Schell Senecal, Christine was born on August 12, 1948, and grew up on her family’s dairy farm in Gallupville, New York. She began studying piano with Orpha Gage Quay when she was four and attended...
Edward S. Dixon
Oct 13, 2023
Edward Stephen Dixon, passed away suddenly at his home on October 13, 2023.
Edward was born in Schenectady on September 3, 1944, the son of the late James and Marion Dixon. Ed graduated from Colonie Central High School in 1963. Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy. Ed served as a Boatswain's Mate and rose...
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