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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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Frank E Depalma Sr

Frank E Depalma Sr

Jan 18, 2018

Frank E. DePalma Sr.,75, passed away on Thursday morning January 18th at Albany Medical Center. Born and educated in Schenectady, Frank was the son of the late John and Julia DePalma and a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. The owner of DePalma's Screen printing and Embroidery in Rotterdam for over 40 years, Frank was a former professional bowler,...

Jack M Livsey

Jack M Livsey

Jan 14, 2018

Jack M. Livsey,90, passed away early Sunday morning at the Joan Nicole Prince Home in Scotia, NY. Born in Schenectady, Jack was the son of the late Donald and Mary (Kulkin) Livsey. A graduate of Mont Pleasant High School, Jack attended both Skidmore College and Albany Business College. A Korean War veteran, Jack went to work for the General...

Marilyn Lois Bond (Fetter)

Marilyn Lois Bond (Fetter)

Jan 11, 2018

Marilyn L. Bond, 91, of South Daytona, passed away on January 11, 2018, with family by her side at Grace Manor in Port Orange. She was born Jan.26, 1926, in Schenectady, N.Y., daughter of the late Charles H. and Elsie (Lange) Fetter. She graduated from Scotia High School in 1944 and then received her R.N. diploma from the Nathan...

Geraldine F Patterson (Randolph)

Geraldine F Patterson (Randolph)

Jan 10, 2018

Geraldine F. Patterson, 73, of Schenectady passed away on Wednesday January 10, 2018 at Ellis Hospital. Born in Upper Jay, NY. she was the daughter of the late Robert Rudolph and Laura Roe of Duanesburg. Geraldine was a home maker. She was a member of the Pilgrim Holiness Church. Besides her father, she was predeceased by her late husband...

Gregory J Brown

Gregory J Brown

Jan 8, 2018

Gregory J. Brown, 53, of Schenectady passed away suddenly on Monday January 8, 2018 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born in Ogden, Utah, he was the son of Wayne Brown of Rotterdam and the late Roberta (Barrett) Brown. Greg received his bachelor's degree in science from the University of Albany, achieving high honors. Following graduation, he attended western New...

Domingo Ruiz

Domingo Ruiz

Jan 8, 2018

Domingo Ruiz, 57, of Schenectady passed away at St Peters Hospital on Monday January 8, 2018. He was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Domingo and Ana (Rodriguez) Ruiz Domingo was self employed in the construction industry. He was a member of the Jehovah Witnesses Kingdom Hall in Schenectady. Domingo is survived...

Lisa S Wainwright (Forster)

Lisa S Wainwright (Forster)

Jan 8, 2018

Lisa S. Forster-Wainwright, 51, of Schenectady passed suddenly on January 8, 2018. Born May 23, 1966, she is predeceased by her parents and younger brother. She is survived by her three children Zindel (Megan) Forster-Wainwright, Jonathan Wainwright and RebekahSue Wainwright, as well as her five grandchildren Aaron, Atalia, Aurora, Gabriel and Sydney. She is also survived by her brother...

Mary V Elia

Mary V Elia

Jan 6, 2018

Mary V. (Cozzolino) Elia, 80, formerly of Schenectady, passed away suddenly on January 6, 2018 in Azusa, California after a long and valiant battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was the daughter of the late Ralph and Margaret (Paolucci) Cozzolino. She is survived by her two loving sons, Michael Elia (Eileen) and Scott Elia (Amy) both of California, grandson Craig...

Rebecca L Zimmerman

Rebecca L Zimmerman

Jan 2, 2018

Rebecca L. Zimmerman,60, passed away after a brave battle with lung cancer on Tuesday morning January 2nd at the Joan Nicole Prince House in Scotia, NY. Born in Logan W.V., Rebecca was the daughter of the late Troy Zimmerman and Barbara (Noe) Hume of Orange Park, Fl. A graduate of Westland High School in Columbus, OH, Becky worked for...

E Lynn Cavanaugh (Leguire)

E Lynn Cavanaugh (Leguire)

Jan 2, 2018

Lynn Cavanaugh 74, passed away Tuesday evening January 2nd at her home surrounded by her family. Born and educated in Schenectady, Lynn was the daughter of the late Francis Amos and Ethel (Marx) Leguire and a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. A former Supervisor for the Department of Motor Vehicles in Albany for several years, Lynn loved spending...

David Joseph Van Buren

David Joseph Van Buren

Jan 1, 2018

David J. Van Buren, 57, of Schenectady passed away at home on January 1, 2018. Born in Rotterdam, he was the son of the late Howard and Gloria (Trembly) Van Buren. David was employed for many years in the roofing and siding industry. David is survived by his wife Darlene (LaPan) Van Buren of Schenectady, one son Francis Van...

Gary Styczynski

Gary Styczynski

Dec 31, 2017

Gary Styczynski, "Styz" 58, of Schenectady passed away on Sunday Decembe 31, 2017. He was born on March 6, 1959 in Niskayuna, NY to the late Stanley and Arlene Styczynski. He shared his childhood with his beloved sister Sharon Bonitatibus. Gary graduated from Mohonasen High School in 1977. He worked as a delivery coordinator for Imperial Pools Inc. for...

George Seeger

George Seeger

Dec 29, 2017

George M. Seeger,84, entered into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ Friday evening December 29th at Schenectady Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Schenectady. Born in Ilion, N.Y., George was the son of Paul and Stephania (Ziobro) Seeger and a 1951 graduate of Draper High School in Rotterdam, NY. An army veteran in the engineering department...

Charles F James

Charles F James

Dec 28, 2017

Charles (Chuck) F. James passed away peacefully at home on December 28, 2017, with his beloved wife and dear friend Kelly Trombley at his side. The cause of death was respiratory failure as a result of pneumonia. Chuck was born to the late Charles and Julia (Heffner) Drankoski on July 12, 1947 in Johnson City, NY and was a...

Dorothy C Hesler

Dorothy C Hesler

Dec 28, 2017

Dorothy C. Hesler, 87, passed away peacefully on December 28th, 2017 at the home where she was born. One of fifteen children, Dorothy was the daughter of the late Frederick C. and Mary (Dunn) Hesler and a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. A member of St. Joseph's Church, Dorothy was a member of the former Immaculate Conception Church...

Janice A Bogatka

Janice A Bogatka

Dec 25, 2017

Janice A. Bogatka, 59, of Rotterdam passed away at home on December 25, 2017. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Helen (Trzaskos) Bogatka. She was employed in sales at Macy's Department Store in the Crossgate Mall. Janice is survived by her brother David Bogatka (Lorraine) of Rotterdam, two sisters Cynthia Prater (David) of...

Christina J Danley

Christina J Danley

Dec 23, 2017

Christina J. Danley 58, passed away Saturday evening December 23, 2017 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born and educated in Evanston, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late John and Margie (Telander) Danley and a graduate of Randolph Union School . Christina received her Masters degree at S.U.N.Y. Albany. An artist and celloist in chamber music and the...

Catherine E Degenero (Askew)

Catherine E Degenero (Askew)

Dec 20, 2017

Catherine E. DeGenero, 57, passed away Wednesday evening December 20, 2017 at home surrounded by her family. Born in Schenectady, Catherine was the daughter of Richard Askew of Rotterdam and the late Pearl (Hebert) Askew. A graduate of Guilderland High School in 1978, Catherine worked for New York State Department of Tax and Finance as a computer specialist for...

Gladys Sandora (Relyea)

Gladys Sandora (Relyea)

Dec 18, 2017

Gladys Sandora,77, passed away early Monday morning December 18th at Schenectady Center of Rehabilitation and Nursing in Schenectady. Born in Albany, NY, Gladys was the daughter of the late William and Mary (Plue) Relyea. A former cashier for Rite Aid Pharmacy in Rotterdam, she was a member of New Life Ministries in Schenectady, NY. Predeceased by her husband Alfred...

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