Obituaries

Nov 27, 2024

Paul A. Surin, 82, of Fort Pierce Florida, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at the Hospice in Vero Beach, Florida.

Born in Schenectady, NY Paul was the son of the late Paul and Ann (Mitskus) Surin. He graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in Schenectady.

Paul faithfully served his country in The...

Nov 25, 2024

Services are private.

Nov 22, 2024

Marilynn B Smith, 73 of Amsterdam, NY lived in Schenectady most of her life, was born in Niskayuna, NY, passed away on November 22, 2024, at home on hospice care due to a long time illness and battle with COPD and emphysema. She was constantly fighting with the battle with the COPD, at first she only needed oxygen every...

Nov 18, 2024

Edward Thomas Cavanaugh, 84, passed away peacefully on Monday November 18, 2024.  Edward aka “Skip” was born on April 5, 1940 in Schenectady to Mary L. & Edward P. Cavanaugh. He grew up in the town of Bellevue and graduated from Mont Pleasant High School. He loved James Dean and music; especially the music of Elvis Presley.

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Nov 15, 2024

Mary Jane Bartlett Curtis, 75, of Florida passed away on Friday November 15, 2024. Graveside services will be on Monday November 25, 2024, at 1PM at Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery in Niskayuna. Relatives and Friends are invited to attend.

Nov 9, 2024

David Charles Rickson of Schenectady NY, passed away on  November 9th,  2024 at the age of 85 at Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. David was the beloved son of Paul and Intha (Everetts) Rickson.

David enjoyed dancing, singing, playing the harmonica and he had a passion  for the Saratoga Race Track.

He is predeceased...

Nov 8, 2024

Roberta Elaine Kelly, 63, of Schenectady passed away on Friday, November 8th, 2024 at Ellis Hospital. Born in Rochester NY, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Myrna (Marlin) Hasman.

She is the loving mother of Daniel Kelly and Angela Carroll (Patrick).

Roberta dedicated her professional life for 19 years as a Computer...

Nov 6, 2024

Edward A. Albright Sr., lovingly referred to as Dad, Papa, Grandpa, Poppy Ed and Big Ed, passed away on November 6, 2024.

Son of Stanley and Leona Albright, he was born on January 21, 1950, in Niskayuna, New York. Edward graduated from Colonie Central High School in 1968, and shortly after entered the United States Airforce serving...

Nov 4, 2024

Lorraine M. Rockstroh

Guilderland - Lorraine M. Rockstroh, 96, passed away Monday November 4, 2024 at home surrounded by her family.

Lorraine was born in New Jersey, and grew up in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Lillian (Campbell) Shatley.

She worked at General Electric in her early years...

Nov 4, 2024

Deborah A. Harding, 64, of Schenectady passed away on Monday November 4, 2024 at St. Peter’s Hospice Inn with her family at her side. Born in Cohoes, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Frances (Waz) Snay.

She was employed for many years as a custodian for the Niskayuna School District. Deborah loved camping and...

Nov 2, 2024

Kurt (Butch) J. Huba of South Glens Falls, NY lost his battle with cancer on November 2nd of 2024 at Saratoga Hospital.  Kurt was born in Albany, NY.  He was the son of the late Earl J. and Marie E. (Breeding) Huba.

He was a graduate of the former Linton High School (Schenectady, NY) in 1979.  Kurt...

Nov 1, 2024

Eunice Royer, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed peacefully on November 1 at the age of 92. Born on November 20, 1931 in Schenectady, NY. Eunice dedicated her life to serving others and cherishing time with family and friends.

A devoted nurse at Ellis and St Clares, Eunice was known for her compassion, warmth, and unwavering...

Nov 1, 2024

Warren M Starr, 81 of Rotterdam passed away on Friday November 1, 2024 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady.

He was born in Rotterdam, the son of the late Myron and Beatrice (Swatling) Starr.

He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.  Warren was employed  for Niagara Mohawk as an Underground Electrical Mechanic...

Oct 31, 2024

Roselyn P. Graziane, 82, of Rotterdam passed away at Ellis Hospital on Thursday October 31, 2024.  Born in Niskayuna, she was the daughter of Ralph and Phyliss (Battitaglia) Barone.

She was employed for many years as a hairdresser and also worked in bridal sales.  Later Roselyn became a homemaker.  Roselyn was passionate about her family and bringing...

Oct 27, 2024

Lois L. Askew, 87, of Fultonville passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at the Wells Nursing Home in Johnstown. Born in Niskayuna, NY, she was the daughter of the late Keith and Emma (Squires) Johnson.

She was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School in Schenectady. Lois was employed by the Imperial Department Store in Schenectady...

Oct 24, 2024

Burial was private in Vale Cemetery

Oct 23, 2024

Francis “Ricky” Potter

Born in Schenectady on September 21, 1965. He was the beloved son of Frank and Antoinette Potter, Loving husband to Julie Potter and Father of Isabella and Frankie Potter, Boyfriend to Nicole Noel and Stepfather to Morgan Donovan. Brother to Bill (Nikki) Potter, Brother-in-Law to Amy Saries, Rene (Angela) Teerlinck, Uncle to Alyssa Potter,...

Oct 20, 2024

Marguerite Ann(Nichols) Burns, 87, of Schenectady, NY, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, October 20, 2024. Born in Central Village, CT, Marguerite was the cherished daughter of the late Marguerite and James Nichols. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Robert Burns.

Marguerite dedicated 25 years to the Schenectady School District, where she...

Oct 16, 2024

Kenneth P. Meyers, 63 of Schenectady passed away unexpectedly on October 16, 2024 at his home.

Born in Schenectady NY, Ken was the son of the late Kenneth Meyers and Judith (Leonard) Nichols.

Ken graduated from Mont Pleasant High School and served in the United States Air Force.  He was employed as a cook at...

Oct 14, 2024

Douglas E. Gray, 75, of Princetown passed away on Monday October 14, 2024 at Albany Medical Center after a brief illness. Born in Niskayuna, he was the son of the late Evan and Margaret (Gregg) Gray.

He served his country in the U.S. Navy Seabees in Vietnam. Doug later was employed as a heavy machine operator with...