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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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Robert Molloy
Jan 16, 2020
Robert E. Molloy 85, passed away on Thursday January 16th at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born and educated in Schenectady, Bob was the son of the late James and Lucy (Roth) Molloy and was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. A United States Army veteran stationed in Germany, Bob was a carpenter by trade and master stair builder....
Margaret Hair
Jan 16, 2020
Margaret C. Hair, 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday evening January 16th at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born in Waverly, NY, Margaret was the daughter of the late John A. and Margaret (Grace) Cahill. A 1952 graduate of Elmira College, Margaret retired from the Dept. of Social Service in Albany as an Affirmative Action Administrator. She was also a...
Joseph D "Jay" Degasperis
Jan 12, 2020
Joseph D. “Jay” DeGasperis, 71, passed away on Sunday January 12th at Albany Medical Center. Born in Niskayuna, Jay was the son of the late Nicholas and Clorinda (Mone) DeGasperis and a 1966 graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. A welder with Local 301 at the General Electric Company for over 37 years, Jay retired in 2004. A member...
Raymond J Young
Jan 11, 2020
Schenectady-Raymond J Young 75, of Schenectady NY died suddenly of Cardiac Arrest January 11,2020 at home in his favorite recliner chair relaxing while watching tv. Born in Philadelphia Pennsylvania September 22, 1943. He was the son of the late Raymond N Young and Helena (Young) Loveless. He was a outstanding basketball player and graduate of Linton high School 1963...
Joseph (Pep) Matura
Jan 11, 2020
Joseph (Pep) Matura,97, passed away on Saturday January 11, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Schenectady in 1922 to the late Cyril and Blazena (Marecek) Matura. He was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School and attended Union College through the General Electric Apprentice Program. Joseph proudly served his country in the US...
Susan M (Heckman) Magner
Jan 8, 2020
Susan Marie (Heckman) Magner, 76, beloved wife of Patrick Magner of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died Jan. 8, 2020, with her husband by her side. Sue was born May 21, 1943, in Pittsfield, Mass., to Jane Elizabeth Wilner Heckman and George Remington Heckman, arriving minutes before her twin sister, Sally Aline (Heckman) Peck. Sue was a 1961 Niskayuna High School...
Phillip Blackstone
Jan 7, 2020
Phillip E. Blackstone,75, passed away Tuesday evening January 7th at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady surrounded by his family. Born in Garrett, Indiana, Phillip was the son of the late Virginia (Peters) Crone and the late Gerald and Mary (Cary) Blackstone. A graduate of Mohonasen High School in 1963, Phillip joined the United States Air Force and served during the...
Donna Hooper
Jan 3, 2020
Donna M. Hooper,69, passed away on Friday afternoon January 3rd at Columbia Memorial Hospital in Hudson, NY. Born in West Carthage, NY, Donna was the daughter of the late Donald and Ruby (Ecker) Hooper. A former secretary at the State University of New York at Binghamton, Donna was a longtime Schenectady resident. Donna is survived by her brother, Bryon...
Elizabeth D "Betty" Lynch (Spring)
Jan 1, 2020
Betty (Elizabeth D.) Spring Lynch, 95, of Schenectady went home to the Lord on January 1, 2020. Betty was born on November 7, 1924 to Theodore and Johanna Semerad Spring. She graduated from Mont Pleasant High and went to work for GE where she met Philip Lynch. They were married on August 23, 1947 and raised their 2 daughters...
Joshua J Hosier
Dec 22, 2019
Joshua J. Hosier, 27, of Schenectady passed away suddenly on Sunday December 22, 2019 at home. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of Raymond Hosier and Deanne Van Vranken. He was employed as a roofer for B and B Roofing Company in Schenectady. Joshua was predeceased by two brothers Joseph Hosier and Nicholas Fioriti. Besides his parents, Joshua...
Kingston David Abraham
Dec 18, 2019
Kingston David Abraham, infant son of Sabrina Sponable and Eric Abraham entered into eternal life at Bellevue Women’s Center in Niskayuna on Wednesday December 18, 2019. Besides his parents, he was survived by his maternal grandparents Kevin Sponable of Voorheesville and Margaret Moss of Schenectady, his paternal grandparents Barbara and Daryll Jackson of Schenectady, three sisters London Abraham, Iyani...
Cheryl Lynn Olsen
Dec 18, 2019
Cheryl Lynn Olsen 56 of Holyoke and formerly of Schenectady N.Y. passed away Dec.18,2019 at Care One of Holyoke. Born in Schenectady June 27, 1963 she was the daughter of the late Earl Sr. and Dorothy (Deamer) Olsen, she attended Mount Pleasant High School in Schenectady. Cheryl was a laborer in many fields of work. Besides her parents, Cheryl...
Victor Ramos
Dec 14, 2019
Victor S. Ramos,67, passed away on Saturday morning December 14th at his home in Ballston Lake, NY. Born and educated in Schenectady, Victor was the son of the late Jenaro and Mary (Calderon) Ramos and a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School in Schenectady. A counselor for New York State for over 32 years, Victor worked for the Department...
John F Macejka Jr
Dec 13, 2019
John F. Macejka Jr. 85, was peacefully guided into heaven by his mom Bernice, who passed away 27 years ago on the same day, December 13, 2019. Born and educated in Schenectady, John was the son of the late John F. and Bernice (Yaniec) Macejka Sr. He was a 1953 graduate of Mont Pleasant High School and received an...
David P Lamphier
Dec 1, 2019
David P. Lamphier, 66, Passed away on Sunday December 1, 2019 at his home. Born and educated in Schenectady, David was the son of the late Donald C. Lamphier and the late Eleanor (VanAllen) Mereness. A former employee of the Adirondack Woodshed in Niskayuna, David was a talented drawer and love to play the drums. Predeceased by his parents...
Ernest Agresta
Dec 1, 2019
Ernest (Ernie) Agresta passed away on December 1, 2019, at the age of 91 years old. After months of failing health, he died peacefully at home. Born and raised in Schenectady, he was the son of Arcangelo and Marta Agresta. Ernest grew up in Bellevue with his two brothers Edwin and Anthony. Not only were they his brothers but...
Sheila Wiley
Nov 30, 2019
Sheila M. Wiley,54, passed away at her home on Saturday November 30th surrounded by family. Born in Schenectady, Sheila was the daughter of the late Elizabeth (Dickson) Lyons and Timothy Lyons of Galway. A graduate of Mildred Ellie Business School, Sheila received an Associate’s degree in Graphic Design. A call center representative for the New York State Office of...
Addison Seyboth
Nov 30, 2019
Addison E. Seyboth,62, passed away on Saturday November 30th at his home. Born in Schenectady, Addison was the son of the late Frederick E. and Leona Mae (Tice) Seyboth. A United States Army veteran, Addison was a former farmer. He worked for Jewett’s Egg Farm in Duanesburg and later work for Green Mountain Coffee Roaster for 7 years. Survived...
Dale Mancini
Nov 30, 2019
Dale B. Mancini, 77, passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Saturday November 30, 2019. Born in Niskayuna, Dale was the daughter of the late John and Marie (Healey) Sutton. A graduate of Draper High School, Dale received an Associates Degree from Schenectady County Community College. A bookkeeper for over 40 years, Dale was member of...
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