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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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Laurie A Coton

Laurie A Coton

Mar 15, 2016

Laurie Coton passed away peacefully on Monday morning March 15. Born in Schenectady, Laurie was 51 predeceased by her parents H. Richard and Beverly (Hurst) Coton, also brothers Larry and David Coton. Laurie is survived by sister Barbara (Coton) Vanyo, her daughter Kristen Brazell, her son Ryan Chapman and her companion Victor. She also leaves behind numerous loving relatives...

Casper H Bonk

Casper H Bonk

Mar 11, 2016

Casper H. Bonk, 93, of Rotterdam passed away peacefully at home on Friday March 11, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Rotterdam, NY, he was the son of the late Joseph and Ida (Schmuckmeier) Bonk. He was a graduate of Draper High School and attended Union College in Schenectady. Casper served his country in the US Army...

Jason J Myers

Jason J Myers

Mar 11, 2016

Jason J. Myers, 33, passed away unexpectedly at Ellis Hospital on Friday March 11, 2016. Born and educated in Schenectady, Jason was the son of Sherry A. (Younes) Rios of Schenectady and the late James W. Myers. A very talented mechanic, with aspirations of attending Barber School, Jason was the beloved uncle of Neveah and Jay-ceon. Beside his mom...

Iona M Salisburg (Mattison)

Iona M Salisburg (Mattison)

Mar 10, 2016

Iona M. Salisburg 83 passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday afternoon March 10th with her son Wendell holding her hand. Born in Jamaica, Vermont, Iona was the daughter of the late Rodney and Greta (Bridgeo) Mattison, Iona attended schools in Delanson. A waitress at the Hub Restaurant for many years, Iona was active in music all of...

Arthur C Everetts Jr

Arthur C Everetts Jr

Mar 9, 2016

Arthur C. Everetts Jr. 85 passed away peacefully Wednesday March 9th at Ellis Hospital. Born in Schenectady, Arthur was the son of the Late Arthur and Anna Martha (Voss) Everetts Sr. and a graduate of Scotia Schools. A former employee of the General Electric Company, Arthur later worked as the department manager in Home Décor for the former Two...

Katha Goodrich London

Katha Goodrich London

Mar 8, 2016

Katha Goodrich London, 80, of Frank Street Schenectady passed away Tuesday March 8, 2016 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Oakdale, TN, Katha was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Johnella (Langston) Goodrich. A homemaker, Katha was a former nutritionist for O.D. Heck for several years. Survivors include her husband and life long companion of over 58 years...

Doris E Palmer (Ellis)

Doris E Palmer (Ellis)

Mar 6, 2016

Doris E. Palmer. 89. of Schenectady, formerly of Rotterdam passed away on Sunday March 6, 2016 at the Capital Living and Rehabilitation Center in Schenectady. Born in Gilboa, NY, she was the daughter of the late Clarence D. and Madeline (Hubbard) Ellis. She was employed in the draft design department for the General Electric Company in Schenectady. Doris was...

Vito Tony Pasquariello

Vito Tony Pasquariello

Mar 1, 2016

Vito T. Pasquariello, 96, passed away on Monday morning March 1st at Albany Medical Center. Born and educated in Schenectady, Vito was the son of the late Dominick and Marguerite (Christie) Pasquariello. A World War II Army Air Force Veteran, Vito served with the 426th Bombardment 305th Bombardment Group, he was a Purple Heart recipient and a former Prisoner...

Frederick T Cullen

Frederick T Cullen

Feb 27, 2016

Frederick Thomas Cullen was born in Schenectady 90 years ago. Fred Cullen passed away peacefully on February 28 at Ellis Hospital after a brief illness. His wife of 67 years Vera (Doris Vera Andrews) was by his side. He is also survived by his daughter Bonnie Nuendel (Don); son Andrew (Jan-Marie Spanard); four grandchildren, Thomas Nuendel (Amanda Ellis), Andrew...

Donald K Dupont

Donald K Dupont

Feb 24, 2016

Donald K. DuPont, 86 passed away Wednesday evening February 24th at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Albany, Donald was the son of the late George and Alice Jeannott DuPont. A graduate of Draper High School, Donald served with the United State Army during the Korean War. A police officer for the Town of Rotterdam for over...

John Joseph "Jack" Joslin Jr

John Joseph "Jack" Joslin Jr

Feb 23, 2016

John "Jack" Joslin Jr. 63, Passed away Tuesday morning February 23rd at his home in Rotterdam. Born and educated in Lansingburgh, Jack was the son of Ahlene (Morris) Smith of Tarentum, PA and the late John J. Joslin Sr. A Navy veteran, Jack honorably served from June 3, 1971 to February 18, 1975. A machinist by trade, he worked...

John R Wright

John R Wright

Feb 23, 2016

John R. Wright 61 passed away Wednesday February 24th at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Niskayuna, John was the son of the Late Eugene and Jane (Richardson) Wright and brother of the late William Wright. An Automotive Technician at Keeler Motor Car in Latham for the past 20 years, John was a graduate of Schalmont High...

Leona J Hoffman (Taber)

Leona J Hoffman (Taber)

Feb 20, 2016

Leona J. Hoffman, age 84, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully in Community Hospice at Ellis Hospital, Schenectady, NY on February 20, 2016. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Jessie and Mary (Kaley) Taber. Leona was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking and baking for her family. She loved family gatherings and always made sure holidays were...

Barbara J Foti (Tourtellot)

Barbara J Foti (Tourtellot)

Feb 19, 2016

Barbara Jean Tourtellot Foti, died peacefully at Ellis Nursing Center on February 19, 2016. She was born February 23, 1937, on the farm which is now Clifton Commons, where five generations of her family lived from 1856-1963. Barbara was the daughter of Gertrude King Colton and Charles Tourtellot and step daughter to Harold Colton. Her grandparents were Henry and...

Joseph W Bordeau

Joseph W Bordeau

Feb 19, 2016

Joseph W. Bordeau, 90, of Rotterdam, passed away at home on February 19, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Delphis and Dorothy (Tess) Bordeau. Joseph attended Draper School, served in the US Navy, and then retired from the D & H Railroad. Joseph enjoyed creating furniture for family members...

Irene Sarnowski

Irene Sarnowski

Feb 16, 2016

Irene Sarnowski 91 passed away Tuesday morning February 16th at Capital Living Nursing and Rehabilitation center in Schenectady. Born in Rotterdam, Irene was the daughter of the late Gabriel and Clara (Aniolek) Regula. A graduate of Draper High School, Irene worked as a secretary for the G.E. Research and Development Center in Niskayuna and later at St Clare's Hospital....

Lucy Mary Liberatore

Lucy Mary Liberatore

Feb 13, 2016

Lucy Liberatore of Schenectady, NY passed on to the Lord on February 13, 2016. Ms. Liberatore was born in Ansonia, Connecticut on October 17, 1928. The daughter of Josephine Cremonie and William Liberatore, she attended Schenectady schools and graduated from Royal Beauty School. Lucy worked as a child day care provider for many years in Schenectady and Virginia. She...

Peter Kukulich Jr

Peter Kukulich Jr

Feb 13, 2016

Peter Kukulich. Jr., 93 passed away Saturday evening February 13th at home in Rotterdam. Born in New York City, Peter was the son of the late Peter and Josephine (Manas) Kukulich Sr. A graduate of Nott terrace High School, he attended Hudson Valley Community College. A former wireman for the former ALCO, Peter retired from the Knolls Atomic Power...

Lois A Craig (Rashaw)

Lois A Craig (Rashaw)

Feb 10, 2016

Lois A. Craig, 90, of Wilton, NY., passed away on Wednesday February 10, 2016 at the Wesley Health Care Center in Saratoga Springs. Born in St. Albans, VT, she was the daughter of the late Frances and Mildred (Shea) Rashaw. Lois was a homemaker. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Galway Lions Club. Lois is...

Donald F Schermerhorn

Donald F Schermerhorn

Feb 9, 2016

Donald F. Schermerhorn, 82, formerly of Rotterdam passed away Tuesday February 9, 2016 at the Westwood Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Fort Walton Beach, Fl. Born in Rotterdam, NY, he was the son of the late Simon J. and Renice (Ballou) Schermerhorn. Don graduated from Pasadena City College and North Carolina State College. During college, Don was a...

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