Joseph Schmidt
Feb 12, 2026
Joseph Alan Schmidt, 74, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026. Born in Albany, New York, Joseph was the son of John Schmidt and Clara Schmidt.
Joseph earned his associate’s degree and went on to work as a Network and Computer Systems Administrator for Shaker Computer until his retirement. Computers were not just his career; they were his passion. He had...
Patricia A. McDuffee
Feb 12, 2026
Patricia Ann McDuffee, 88, of Rotterdam passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. Patricia was born March 30th, 1937 in Irvington, N.J. She was the daughter of Dorothy and Lawrence Sterling and stepfather Duane Lettis. Patricia was a graduate of Draper High School and Albany Business College, then employed by General Electric Company at Knolls...
Roland R. Dinsmore
Feb 9, 2026
Roland R. Dinsmore passed away on February 9, 2026. His greatest love was that of his family. He loved music from an early age and went on to perform professionally. Early in his career, he played and sang in local bands and quartets. He later toured the U.S. as part of a duo. He spent his retirement years singing and...
Sandra Dingley
Feb 8, 2026
Sandra (“Sandie”, “Ding”) Lee Enright-Dingley, 82, born on March 26,
1943, died peacefully in her home in Schenectady, New York on February
8, 2026. The daughter of the late Elinor Louise (Morris) and Joseph William
Enright, Sandie was born in Haverhill, Massachusetts and schooled in
Haverhill and Portland, Maine. After high school Sandie graduated from
Bay State Academy in Boston, training to become an airline...
Shirleen Lucas
Feb 7, 2026
Shirleen Lucas, affectionately known as “Leen” by her sisters, was born on July 31, 1953, and entered into eternal rest on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
She was the fourth child of Gladys and John T. Lucas. Born in Coleman, Florida, Shirleen grew up in a large family totaling 11 siblings. She always kept her hometown close to her heart and cherished...
Clyde V. Maughan
Feb 7, 2026
Clyde V. Maughan, 99, died peacefully in his sleep Saturday, February 7, 2026. A native of Lava Hot Springs, Idaho, he was born July 5, 1926, the ninth and youngest child of the late John Raymond and Lera Clark Maughan. Clyde was a dedicated member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he served in many capacities....
Norman A. Seymour
Feb 6, 2026
Norman A. Seymour, age 82, of Rotterdam, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 6, 2026. Born in Niskayuna, New York, he was the son of the late Arthur and Theresa Seymour.
Norman proudly served his country as a United States Navy veteran aboard the USS Ticonderoga (CV-14). Following his military service, he dedicated his professional life to the U.S....
Helene M. Palumbo
Feb 5, 2026
Helene M. Palumbo, 95, of Rotterdam passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on Thursday February 5, 2026. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Gallo) Delafano.
She was employed for many years as a bank teller for the former Mohawk National Bank in Schenectady. Helene was a member of Our Lady Queen...
Alexis Lopez
Feb 4, 2026
This obituary is a celebration of the life of our beloved Alexis. To him, life was family—a sacred gift from God.
Alex was a cherished son, a loving brother, and a second father to his nieces and nephews. He left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him. His smile, kind heart, love for music, and unique...
Nancy Bedard
Jan 26, 2026
Nancylee Bedard peacefully entered the loving arms of her lord and savior on January 26, 2026, at age 85. She was embraced by the angels and those loved ones who welcomed her home. She departed with dignity with family by her side; her abundant love filling the room and our hearts.
Nancy was born to John and Dorothy Gerding, January 1,...
Warren B. Gifford
Jan 26, 2026
Warren B. Gifford, 91, of Princetown passed away on Monday January 26, 2026 unexpectedly after dealing with numerous health issues. Born in Princetown, he was the son of the late Harlan and Irena (Blessing) Gifford.
He served his country in the Army during the Korean War. Warren had jobs driving milk trucks (how he met his wife) and dump trucks for...
Ellen C. Buehler
Jan 16, 2026
Ellen C. Buehler
February 2, 1939 – January 16, 2026
Ellen C. Buehler, age 86, of Rotterdam, New York passed away in her sleep on Friday, January 16, 2026 at the Glendale Nursing Home in Glenville, New York.
Ellen was born in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Harold and Gertrude (Bunk) Buehler. She graduated from Draper High School in 1957. After graduation,...
Theresa A. Pollacek
Jan 13, 2026
Theresa A. Pollacek, age 89, of Rotterdam, New York, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Baptist Health and Rehabilitation Center in Scotia, New York.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Theresa was the daughter of the late Alesio and Angelina Capobianco. As a young girl, her family moved from Brooklyn to Rotterdam, where she later graduated from Draper High...
Marjorie L. Mangrum
Jan 11, 2026
Marjorie L. Mangrum, 89, of Rotterdam passed away at Albany Medical Center on Sunday January 11, 2026. Born in Rotterdam, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Gladys (Bradt) Chrysler.
She was a graduate of Draper High School. Marjorie was a homemaker.
She is predeceased by her loving husband Jack R. Mangrum and her sister, Melva Palmer.
Marjorie was passionate about...
Kathy A. Cook
Jan 9, 2026
Kathy A. Cook
Sunrise – 11/29/70 Sunset – 1/9/26
With profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Kathy.
Born in Schenectady Kathy was the daughter of the late Athanasios and Mary (Kerner) Tsamis.
Kathy dedicated her life to the service of others, most notably through her work as a Clinical Assistant for more than 20 years at the Center for Disability Services....
Virginia M. Hall
Jan 8, 2026
Virginia was the middle daughter of Edward and Estelle (Croote) Ostrander: born on September 28, 1927, in the Town of Rotterdam m the house her father built a few years previously. She grew up, married and resided in the same house her. entire life until she could no longer care for herself and moved into assisted living.in 2021.
She attended Draper...
Christopher M. Sheroka
Jan 6, 2026
Christopher M. Sheroka, 36, of Schenectady, NY, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, after a brief illness.
Chris’s greatest joy in life was his family especially his cherished children and his wife and best friend of ten years, with whom he shared endless laughter, happiness, and unwavering love. He found freedom and peace on the open road, riding his...
