Obituaries

Jan 22, 2023

Joan C. Monda, 78, of Rotterdam Junction passed away peacefully at home on Sunday January 22, 2023. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Marion (Van Patten) Leonardo. On top of raising her three children who adored her, Joan was the owner and chief hinjinks coordinator of Tommy’s Hideaway in Rotterdam. She never met...

Jan 20, 2023

Victoria A. Rickard (Vicki) passed away on January 20,2023 at her residence after a fierce battle with aggressive cancer. She was 54 years old. Born in Albany, NY on February 19, 1968, she was the youngest of six children born to Harold and Angeline Ogren. In 2022, Vicki and her husband David purchased their paradise in Duanesburg, where she...

Jan 20, 2023

Michael W. Brown 70, passed away unexpectedly on January 20th at his home in Rotterdam. Born in Niskayuna, NY, Michael was the son of the late Wilbur and Elenor (Button) Brown and a 1971 graduate of Linton High School. A member of the Schenectady Police Department for over 33 years, Michael retired in 2010 as a Detective after 33...

Jan 16, 2023

We mournfully announce the passing of Milton M. Kirnon, 34, of Binghamton, NY. Milton passed away peacefully on the evening of 01/16/2023. Milton was born to Cheryl Boynton and Milton Kirnon on 01/02/1989 in Oyster Bay, NY. Milton was very charismatic and loved to make people laugh. Though he was a quiet child, Milton always had a bubbly personality....

Jan 13, 2023

Frank Fambo passed away on the morning of January 13, 2023 at the age of 79. He was a veteran of the U.S Marine Corps and the most magnificent man his youngest daughter knew. He is survived by his six children Heather Brown, Monique Boea, Levell McCarthy, Marcy Bethea, Kai Fambo and Nicole (Tyrone) Minton, three siblings Helen Kennedy,...

Jan 12, 2023

Everett William Dillon 81 passed unexpectedly on Thursday January 12th at Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born and educated in Schenectady, Everett was the son of the late James D. and Margaret N.(Tellock) Dillon and a graduate of Linton High School. A recipient of an associate's degree in engineering from Hudson Valley Community College, Everett had a 35-year...

Jan 7, 2023

James E. Hunt of Schenectady, New York passed away suddenly of January 7, 2023. Raised in Rotterdam, Jim was the son of the late James R. and Shirley M. (Cline) Hunt. Jim enjoyed spending time with his family, bowling, the New York Yankees and of course his coffee. In addition to his parents, Jim was also predeceased by his...

Jan 6, 2023

Mary Elizabeth Walz, 94, passed away Friday, January 6, 2023 at Albany Medical Center. Mary Elizabeth Yarck, the only daughter of Fritz and Johanna (Ahlf) Yarck, was born in Schenectady. Her father died when she was only 12, and to help make ends meet Mary had to work setting tables and cleaning for a wealthier neighbor’s boarding house. At...

Jan 5, 2023

John H. Walsh Jr. 76, of Fultonville passed away on Thursday January 5, 2023 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Cobleskill, NY. He was the son of the late John H. and Ethel Mae (Dauley) Walsh Sr. He served his country proudly in the Air Force. John was employed for many years as an electrician for the General Electric...

Jan 3, 2023

Enrica Benacquista 79, passed away on Tuesday morning January 3rd at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born in Sora, Italy Enrica was the daughter of the late Raphael and Antoinette Bianchi. A former employee of Pede Brothers in Schenectady prior to her retirement, Enrica was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was a member of the former Immaculate Conception...

Dec 31, 2022

Beverly E. Wilson-Fambo passed away on the morning of December 31, 2022. She was an extremely hardworking woman and unconditionally loved by her children and husband. She is survived by her husband Frank Fambo, two children Kai Fambo and Nicole (Tyrone) Minton, three siblings Joseph (Victoria) Cook Jr., Karen Cook and Gail Cook, an Aunt Annette Mobley, stepchildren, and...

Dec 30, 2022

Yolanda Gizzi 96, passed away on Friday December 30th at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center in Guilderland, NY Born and educated in Schenectady, NY Yolanda was the daughter of the late Teodoro and Francesca Gabriele and a 1944 graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother, Yolanda was a former head cashier and bookkeeper...

Dec 28, 2022

Virginia S. Barhydt, 93, beloved Nana to her family, passed away Wednesday morning December 28, 2022 in Jacksonville, Florida. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Felix and Katherine (Burkowski) Sendzicki. A graduate of Nott Terrace High School, Virginia worked for the Northeast Savings Bank in Schenectady until her retirement as a financial aid officer. She...

Dec 27, 2022

Daniel L. Thornton 88, passed away on Tuesday December 27th at Ellis hospital in Schenectady. Born and educated in Schenectady, Daniel was the son of the late Harry and Mary (Ryan) Thornton and a graduate of Both mont pleasant High School and Hudson Valley Community College. A Marine Corp Korean War veteran, Dan was a NYS Trooper for many...

Dec 26, 2022

Doris E. Wiley, 94, of Schenectady passed away at home on Monday December 26, 2022. Born in Niskayuna, she was the daughter of the late John and Gertrude (Sweet) Flower. She was a home maker. Doris was a member of the former Calvary Baptist Church in Schenectady. Doris is predeceased by her husband James J. Wiley, a brother John...

Dec 25, 2022

Dec 23, 2022

Gary M. La Roe, 60, of Irmo, SC, passed away suddenly on December 23, 2022. Raised in Rotterdam, NY, he was the son of the late Lawrence and Dorothy La Roe, Jr. On April 25, 1992, Gary married the love of his life and best friend, Theresa O'Cain La Roe. He enjoyed spending time in the mountains fishing, hunting...

Dec 21, 2022

Ruth “Sandra" McEwen Philion 88, passed away on Wednesday morning December 21st at the Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing. Born in New York City, Sandy was the daughter of the late Dr. Frederick and Ruth (Lee) McEwen. A former resident of Ft. Edward, Sandy was a graduate of Fort Edward High School. A former postal worker in the...

Dec 19, 2022

Ellsworth E. Tweedie 89, died Monday December 19th at The Grand Nursing Home in Guilderland, NY Born and educated in Albany, Ellsworth was the son of the late Ellsworth and Ida (Wasson) Tweedie. An Army veteran of the Korean War, Ellsworth worked as a Design Draftsman Engineer for Cooper Surgical for Many years prior to his retirement. A former...

Dec 18, 2022

Mary E Dyrgall, 97, passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2022. Born and educated in Schenectady, Mary was the daughter of the late Jacob (Fred) and Katherine (McGrath) Schoeffler and a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School. Mary was united in marriage on June 24, 1950, to Victor J Dyrgall and they made their home in Fort Lee, NJ...