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...
Thomas E. Armbruster
Jan 4, 2026
Halfmoon/Clifton Park - On January 4th at Ellis hospital with family, Thomas Edgar Armbruster 79 went home to be with the lord, after a brief illness.
Born May 14th, 1946 in Michigan the son the late Edgar Ottomar and Katherine (Decker) Armbruster.
Thomas was survived by his loving wife, Linda Gabel Armbruster and his devoted sons and their wives Shawn (Catherine W....
Marta Figueroa
Jan 4, 2026
Marta Figueroa, 101, of Schenectady, passed away on Sunday January 4, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Gil and Polonia (Torres) Figueroa.
She was a homemaker.
Marta was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great great grandmother.
She is predeceased by her children- Tito Garcia, Martin Garcia and Juan Garcia.
Marta...
Agnes M. Taylor
Jan 4, 2026
Agnes M. Taylor, 70, of Schenectady passed away on Sunday January 4, 2026 at Ellis Hospital. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Evelyn (Hawks) Kelly.
She was employed for over 40 years as a nurse at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady.
Agnes was a member of the Rotterdam Elks, the Eagles Club and Princetown Senior Citizens.
She is...
Ingeborg Gifford
Dec 30, 2025
Ingeborg Gifford, 87, of Princetown passed away suddenly on Tuesday December 30, 2025 after battling several health issues. Born in the Bronx, she was the only child of the late Kurt and Albine (Filler) Haslberger.
In the early 1950's she moved with her parents to a farm in Princetown where she lived for the rest of her life. Through the farm...
Earlene Hyman-Payne
Dec 27, 2025
Earlene Hyman-Payne 68, born June 18, 1957, in New York City, passed away on December 27, 2025. The cherished only child of James Earl Hyman and Cynthia Smithen, she was raised in New York City, where she completed her high school education and later served in the military.
Earlene dedicated her life to helping others, including roles at the YWCA and...
