Obituaries

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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Arlene J Styczynski (Borkowski)

Arlene J Styczynski (Borkowski)

May 23, 2016

Devotion to family, love for life and the warmth and beauty of Florida are what defined Arlene Josephine Styczynski, 80, of Rotterdam, N.Y. Married at only 18 years of age, Arlene knew exactly what she wanted in life. Arlene and her beloved husband, Stanley of whom she is predeceased by, wanted nothing more than each other, children and happiness....

Edward E Sorenson

Edward E Sorenson

May 22, 2016

Edward E. Sorenson, 85, of Scotia, NY passed away peacefully at his home, on May 22, 2016 after an extended and courageous battle with cancer. Son of the late Edward E. Sorenson and Alice Sorenson, Ed was born in Schenectady, NY and graduated from Whitehall High School in 1949. On September 2, 1951 he met and married the love...

Delores M Peterson (Sheldon)

Delores M Peterson (Sheldon)

May 18, 2016

Delores M. Peterson, 88, of Schenectady passed away on Wednesday May 18, 2016 at the Joan Nicole Prince Home in Scotia surrounded by her loving family. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Sanford and Susan Sheldon. She was a homemaker. Delores was a member of the Rotterdam United Methodist Church. To all who knew her,...

Doris A Ross (Garnsey)

Doris A Ross (Garnsey)

May 17, 2016

Doris Ann Garnsey Bishop Ross, 80, longtime resident of Colonie, passed away Tuesday, May 17 with her loving daughters at her side. Beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, sister and friend, Doris was born March 10, 1936 in Oneonta, NY to Benjamin and Gertrude Garnsey. After raising her 3 daughters here in Colonie, and the loss of her first...

Marian R Bosy

Marian R Bosy

May 14, 2016

Marian R. Bosy, 84, of Scotia passed away at home on Saturday, May 14, 2016. Born in Auburn, NY, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Mildred (Nettleton) Erickson. Marian was employed as a dispatcher for the Glenville Police department. She also was employed for many years as a school crossing guard in Scotia at the corner...

Virginia M Barkley

Virginia M Barkley

May 12, 2016

Virginia Barkley, 94, of Schenectady passed away peacefully at home with her loving family on May 12, 2016. Born in Amsterdam, she was the daughter of the late Roland Baillargeon and Ethel Benton. She was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School. Virginia was predeceased by her husband James Barkley and a brother Ralph Baillargeon. In the early years,...

Lena Caserta

Lena Caserta

May 11, 2016

Lena Caserta, 91, of Rotterdam passed away on Wednesday May 11, 2016 at the Ellis Residential and Rehabilitation Center in Schnectady. Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Antonino and Serfina (Cuffari) Orefice. Lena was employed as a seamstress for Vinnie-Lou Fashions. Lena is survived by her two children Basilio (Debbie) and Theresa (Late...

Bernice J Lamalfa (Lamp)

Bernice J Lamalfa (Lamp)

May 11, 2016

Bernice J. LaMalfa, 81, of Rotterdam passed away Wednesday May 11, 2016 at the Kingsway Arms Nursing Home in Schenectady. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Mildred (Peterson) Lamp Sr. Bernice was a graduate of Draper High School. She was employed as Secretary for the Schenectady Insurance Agency. Bernice is predeceased by her...

Mary Irene Marra

Mary Irene Marra

May 10, 2016

Mary Irene Marra, 61, of Schenectady passed away at home on Tuesday May 10, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. Born in New Orleans, she was the daughter of the late Donald Eichmeyer and Marjory (Feeney) Eichmeyer of Schenectady. Irene was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School and the Schenectady County Cooperative Program for Nursing. She was employed...

Elina Belle Allen (Cuff)

Elina Belle Allen (Cuff)

May 9, 2016

Elina Belle Allen, 83, of Altamont, passed away on Monday May 9, 2016 at Ellis Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born in Bonavista, Newfoundland, Canada, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Katherine (Fisher) Cuff. Belle was employed for many years as a bartender at Devine's Pub in Schenectady and the Blue Jay Tavern in Rotterdam....

Virginia H Guyette (Cegelski)

Virginia H Guyette (Cegelski)

May 8, 2016

Virginia Helen Cegelski Guyette 92 of Rotterdam passed away peacefully after a brief illness Sunday evening, May 8th at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born in Schenectady, Virginia was the daughter of the late Walter and Anna (Tomac) Cegelski, Sr. and was a 1940 honor student and graduate of Draper High School. A former employee of the General Electric Company,...

Doris Insero (Kountouros)

Doris Insero (Kountouros)

May 4, 2016

Doris Insero passed away May 4th at her home in Schenectady, NY. She was the daughter of Tops Diner's original founder, Stellios Kountouros Doris was married to Bob Insero and worked in production at WMHT, Television. Doris was preceded in death by her husband as well as her parents, her son, Steven and cousin Peter. She is survived by...

Joseph J Loehr

Joseph J Loehr

May 2, 2016

Joseph J. Loehr, 60, of Rotterdam passed away on Monday May 2, 2016 at his son's home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of Robert and Elizabeth (Seifer) Loehr. Joseph was a graduate of Bishop Gibbons High School in Schenectady. He was employed as a security guard for LaFarge Security Company. Joseph was...

Daniel Christopher Whelan

Daniel Christopher Whelan

Apr 30, 2016

On April 30th, 2016, Daniel Christopher Whelan passed away suddenly and unexpectedly in Miami, South Florida. He was born September 25th, 1975 and graduated from Duanesburg High School. He received his further degrees from SCCC, University at Albany and Florida International University - Professional MBA. He was pursuing his MSIRE degree at Florida International University. He was a Boy Scout...

Jean Riha Hauptman

Jean Riha Hauptman

Apr 29, 2016

Jean Riha Hauptman 89, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2016 after a fifteen year illness with Alzheimer's at her son Brian's house. She was born on April 3, 1927 at 4th Avenue Schenectady in the Mont Pleasant section at her Grandfathers Rudy Riha's Hotel. She attended Schenectady Schools and graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in January 1946....

John Kocak Jr

John Kocak Jr

Apr 28, 2016

John Kocak Jr. passed away Thursday afternoon April 28th at home in Princetown. Born in Budapest, Hungary, John was the son of the late john And Anna Kocak Sr. A Marine Corps. Veteran, John worked for United Van Lines as a truck driver for many years before retiring from Schaap Moving Systems. Survived by his siblings, Frank Kocak of...

Michael R Zimolka

Michael R Zimolka

Apr 25, 2016

Michael R. Zimolka 68 passed away peacefully at home on Monday evening April 25th after a 5 year battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Born and educated in Schenectady, Michael was the son of the late Joseph and Emma "Peggy" (Lee) Zimolka and a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. Following graduation in 1965, Michael enlisted in the United State...

Mary F "Biddy" Harley (Chelf)

Mary F "Biddy" Harley (Chelf)

Apr 23, 2016

Mary F. "Biddy" Harley, 91, of Rotterdam passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday April 23, 2016. Born on April 6, 1925 in Abilene, Texas, Biddy was the daughter of the late Etheridge and Ida Chelf. Biddy was the beloved mother of Sylvia "Mary" James (Chuck) of Niskayuna. She is also survived by her grandchildren Bryan Therriault and...

Sherwood Lee Dugan

Sherwood Lee Dugan

Apr 20, 2016

Sherwood Lee Dugan 87 passed away Wednesday April 20th at his home in Schenectady. Born in Gloversville, Sherwood was the son of the late Paul and Luella (Reed) Dugan. A Korean War Navy veteran, Sherwood worked as an appliance repairman for Sears for many years prior to his retirement. He is survived by his wife of over 59 years,...

Victor E Jones

Victor E Jones

Apr 18, 2016

Victor E. Jones 58 passed away Monday April 18th at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born in Albany, NY, Victor was the son of the late George and Eva (Hampton) Jones and a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. A maintenance mechanic for over 30 years with Schenectady Municipal Housing Authority, Victor loved fishing and was also an avid golfer....

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