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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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Jean M Schultz

Jean M Schultz

Apr 4, 2019

Jean Marie Schultz, 76, of Wallingford, CT passed away peacefully at Yale - New Haven Hospital on April 3rd, surrounded by her family. Jean was born in Amsterdam, NY on January 26, 1943 to Patricia (Kehoe) and Frank Schultz. She was a graduate of the Mildred Elley Secretarial School. Jean loved working with children. She spent most of her...

Gene P Vrooman Sr

Gene P Vrooman Sr

Apr 2, 2019

Gene Paul Vrooman Sr. 85 of Princetown, N.Y. passed away peacefully in his home on April 2nd 2019 after a long illness. There will be a private service held for the family on April 13th 2019. Gene Sr. was born on January 2nd 1934 to Edgar and Stella Vrooman. Gene attended school, where he later on worked at G.E....

Edith M Murphy (Clairmont)

Edith M Murphy (Clairmont)

Apr 1, 2019

Edith M. Murphy,97, passed away on Monday afternoon April 1st at the Nathan Littauer Nursing Home in Gloversville, NY. Born and educated in Schenectady, Edith was the daughter of the late Joseph and Marie (Favreau) Clairmont and a graduate of Nott Terrace High School. A former secretary at both the General Electric Company and the former Immaculate Conception Church...

Constance Katherine Guilbeau (Pieronek)

Constance Katherine Guilbeau (Pieronek)

Mar 29, 2019

Constance K. Pieronek Guilbeau, 79, of Schenectady passed away on Friday March 29, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Katherine (Zablocki) Pieronek. She was a 1957 graduate of Mont Pleasant High School in Schenectady. Long after school, she enjoyed being a part of the MP Girls Lunch...

Phyllis C Kaiser (Zmyewski)

Phyllis C Kaiser (Zmyewski)

Mar 28, 2019

Phyllis C. Kaiser, 74, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday morning March 28th at Sunnyview Hospital in Schenectady, NY. Born in Niskayuna, Phyllis was the daughter of the late Julius and Wanda (Horton) Zmyewski and a 1962 graduate of the former Draper High School. For more than 30 years, Phyllis worked in the healthcare industry prior to her retirement from...

Norma Ollari

Norma Ollari

Mar 26, 2019

Norma Ollari 95, passed away peacefully at her home in Schenectady surrounded by family. Born in Manhattan,Norma was the daughter of the late John and Mae (Altini) Ollari. A homemaker and former antique dealer, Norma was devoted to her family and dogs. Predeceased by her daughters, Carol Fiero and Gilda Giordano, Norma is survived by her children, Wanda Giordano...

Salvatore A Fazzone

Salvatore A Fazzone

Mar 25, 2019

Salvatore A. Fazzone 59, passed away on Monday evening March 25th at the home of his sister Rose in Amsterdam. Born and educated in Schenectady, Salvatore was the son of Betty (Lindemann) Fazzone of Rotterdam and the late Anthony Fazzone. A was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School, Sal attended the Culinary Arts Program at Schenectady County Community...

Janet E Sangalli Hardwicke

Janet E Sangalli Hardwicke

Mar 20, 2019

Janet Sangalli Hardwicke, 78, of Atlantic City formerly of Schenectady passed away at home on Wednesday March 20, 2019 after a courageous battle against cancer. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late William and Dorothea (Feen) Snowden. She was a graduate of Scotia Glenville High School. Janet was employed for many years for Central Supermarkets later...

Vivian M Kukulich

Vivian M Kukulich

Mar 20, 2019

Vivian M. Kukulich 91, passed away peacefully on Wednesday March 20th at Capstone Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Amsterdam. Born in Rotterdam, Vivian was a lifelong resident and the daughter of the late Patrick and Mary (Piarno) Pasquarella. For more than 22 years , Vivian worked for the Golub Corporation in Schenectady, retiring in 1985 as the assistant...

Shawn D Dominy Jr

Shawn D Dominy Jr

Mar 19, 2019

Shawn D. Dominy Jr.28, passed away unexpectedly early Tuesday morning at his home in Rotterdam. Shawn is survived by his beloved wife Jamie L. (Wilkins) Dominy who he married on December 2nd of 2016, his daughter’s; Lylah A. Dominy and Paisley Grace Dominy of Rotterdam, his parents; Lisa (Waterson) Loehr (Robert) of Rotterdam and Shawn D. Dominy Sr (Sara)...

Rose Astemborski (Desantis)

Rose Astemborski (Desantis)

Mar 18, 2019

Rose (DeSantis) Astemborski, 93, passed away early Monday morning March 18th surrounded by her family at home in Rotterdam. Born and educated in Schenectady, Rose was the daughter of the late Giuseppe and Cristina (DiCosmo) DeSantis and a graduate of Draper High School. A homemaker, Rose was a member of St. Paul the Apostle Church in Schenectady. She loved...

Martha Louise Kurowski (Payette)

Martha Louise Kurowski (Payette)

Mar 18, 2019

Martha Louise Kurowski, 92, of Charlton passed away surrounded by her loving family on Monday March 18, 2019 at home. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Olive (Fecteau) Payette. She was a home maker. Martha was a member of the Greater Grace Community Church and was very active in the church. Martha was...

Douglas M Becker

Douglas M Becker

Mar 15, 2019

Douglas M. Becker, 83, of Schenectady passed away on Friday March 15, 2019 at Capstone Nursing and Rehabilitation in Amsterdam. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Milton and Eileen (Houteling) Becker. Douglas was employed in asbestos testing and removal. He is predeceased by his son David Becker. Douglas is survived by his daughter Eileen Jurewicz,...

John Cassius Pierce Sr

John Cassius Pierce Sr

Mar 13, 2019

John Cassius Pierce Sr.,86, passed away Wednesday evening March 13th at the Glendale Nursing Home in Glenville, NY Born and educated in Schenectady, John was the son of the late Cassius and Carolyn (Harris) Pierce and a 1950 graduate of the former Mont Pleasant High School. John was employed at GE from 1950-1959. In 1960 he began a 32-year...

Dawn R Schrom (Ellis)

Dawn R Schrom (Ellis)

Mar 8, 2019

Dawn R. Schrom 83, passed away on Friday morning March 8th at the Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing. Born and educated in Buffalo, Dawn was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Agnes (Brooks) Ellis and a graduate of Cobleskill Community College with an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. A housemother for the Children’s Home in both...

Catherine P Barrie (Brower)

Catherine P Barrie (Brower)

Mar 8, 2019

Catherine P. Barrie,91 passed away Friday afternoon at Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Scotia, NY. Born and educated in Schenectady, Catherine was the daughter of the late William and Anna (Greenwood) Brower. A homemaker and avid N.Y. Yankee fan, Catherine was a former member of Christ Church Episcopal. She also enjoyed playing bingo and was an avid...

Maude E Wilson (Ellison)

Maude E Wilson (Ellison)

Mar 6, 2019

Maude E. Wilson 100, passed away on Wednesday March 6th, 2019 at Miami Jewish Health Systems, in Miami FL. Born in Batchellerville, NY on June 22, 1918, Maude was the daughter of the late Floyd and Katherine (Edwards) Ellison. Maude was one of the first people from her town to attend college. She received her Bachelor’s degree in French...

Nicklas P Delella

Nicklas P Delella

Mar 5, 2019

Nicklas P. DeLella,100, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday evening March 5th with his family by his side. Born and educated in Schenectady, Nicklas was the son of the late Vincent and Mary (Ciaella) DeLella and a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. A World War II Army veteran serving with the 89th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, Nicklas was...

Edward Pavlic

Edward Pavlic

Feb 28, 2019

Edward Pavlic of Sarasota Florida and Rotterdam New York passed away on Thursday February 28, 2019 in the early morning. Born in East Worcester, New York on February 5, 1923 he was the son of Martin and Ann Pavlic. The youngest of the family of four brothers and three sisters, he was the last of the family. Edward was...

Robert C Gannon

Robert C Gannon

Feb 22, 2019

Robert C Gannon, passed on Friday, February 22, 2019 in Dunedin, FL. A lifelong resident of Schenectady Rob was born June 11, 1971 at Ellis Hospital. He graduated from Niskayuna High School. Rob was an avid Grateful Dead fan and followed concert trails all the way through tribute bands. His second passion was landscaping, which reflected in his work....

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