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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Lore M. Ellis

Lore M. Ellis

Mar 15, 2025

Lore Ellis – 101, passed away at the Glendale Home on Saturday March 15, 2025.Born May 6, 1923 in Wilbach, Germany to the late Fredrick and Marie (Lenzer) Mayer.

Predeceased by her husband David, twin sister Elfriede Van Wormer and Marie Seck of Schenectady.

When she was two years old, her family immigrated to the...

Quran Whitman

Quran Whitman

Mar 14, 2025

Quran Whitman 28 of Niskayuna passed away suddenly on Friday March 14, 2025. Born in Saratoga Springs, he was the son of Cheryl Whitman and Kenneth Morrison

He was employed at Hoffman Carwash in Latham.   Quran was a good kid and a great man !  He would do anything and help anyone at anytime. He did everything...

Wilma J. Stekeur

Wilma J. Stekeur

Mar 12, 2025

Wilma J. Stekeur passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at the age of 87 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady after a swift bout of illnesses.

Wilma was born on August 14, 1937, to William & Mildred Mathias of Schenectady, NY. When “Jimmy” walked into her classroom as a new student when she was 10, she...

Larry E. Clink

Larry E. Clink

Mar 12, 2025

Services are Private.

James Gerard Filkins

James Gerard Filkins

Mar 7, 2025

James Gerard Filkins a cherished, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend passed away March 7, 2025 at the age of 68.  Jim was born to Alexander & Norma (Ashton) Filkins on December 23, 1956 in Albany, New York.  He was the beloved husband to his childhood sweetheart Cynthia Grant, an amazing father to Richard Grant,...

David J. Wilkinson

David J. Wilkinson

Mar 7, 2025

David J. Wilkinson

January 13, 1961 - March 7, 2025

David J. Wilkinson of Schenectady, NY passed away of natural causes Friday, March 7, 2025 at the age of 64. David was predeceased by his parents John and Jean Wilkinson. He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law Beth and John Flanagan and nieces Kayla,...

David G. Prichard

David G. Prichard

Mar 6, 2025

David George Prichard, (“Dave”), age 63, or Rotterdam, NY, passed peacefully to Jesus on March 6, 2025. He is preceded in death by his father, Arnold Prichard and survived by his Mother, Joyce Prichard, 93, of Selkirk, NY, and his loving wife, Jenette Prichard, 56, of Rotterdam, NY.

Dave was a longtime member of the Spitzie’s Harley...

Kim M. Dorsey

Kim M. Dorsey

Mar 4, 2025

Services are Private.

Reta Lee Dupont

Reta Lee Dupont

Feb 21, 2025

Reta Lee DuPont, 93, passed away Friday afternoon February 21st. She passed peacefully, at home, with her daughter by her side.

Reta Lee was born in Lowell, Mass on March 7, 1931, to the late Charles and Viva White. She was also predeceased by her beloved sister Kerry Ann Williams.

After graduating from Draper High...

Lisa Marie Delollo

Lisa Marie Delollo

Feb 20, 2025

obituary will be posted shortly

Thomas M. Cieszynski

Thomas M. Cieszynski

Feb 19, 2025

Thomas M. Cieszynski, 79, of Schenectady passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday February 19, 2025. Born in  Niskayuna on April 28th 1945 to the late Zygmont and Ruth (Gillespie) Cieszynski.

He was a graduate of Mohonasen High School. Thomas was a proud member of the Larborers' Local 157 for 56 years. Thomas...

Lenora H. Countermine

Lenora H. Countermine

Feb 16, 2025

Lenora H. Countermine, 83, of Rotterdam passed away on Sunday February 16, 2025 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. She was the daughter of the late Albert and Ruth (Crawn) LaFreniere.

She worked as a bus driver for Schalmont School District, retiring after 35 years.

Lenora enjoyed camping. Her greatest joy was spending time with...

Ronald A. Baron

Ronald A. Baron

Feb 15, 2025

Ronald A. Baron of Schenectady passed away unexpectedly at Ellis E.R on February 15th with his loving family by his side.

Son of the late Frank and Connie (Ippolliti) Baron, Ron is survived by the love of his life and he the love of her life, Kathleen Cromme Baron, his stepson Milton J. Cromme III., his granddaughter...

Maria Korzenietz

Maria Korzenietz

Feb 11, 2025

Maria Korzenietz (Gliebe), 90, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025, in Schenectady, NY.

She was born on November 7, 1934 in the German city of Gottschee, in what is now Slovenia. She and her mother and siblings survived WWII and fled to Austria where she spent most of her formative years.  As the oldest of her...

Mary L. Hotaling

Mary L. Hotaling

Feb 10, 2025

No Obituary Published.

Russell T. Markham

Russell T. Markham

Feb 10, 2025

Russell Thomas Markham, 33, unexpectedly passed away on February 10, 2025, in Troy, New York. Born on March 1, 1991, in San Luis Obispo, California, Russell had a creative and entrepreneurial spirit that shaped his life. His unique laughter, kindness, and vulnerable spirit will be missed. Russell enjoyed glass blowing, organic farming, and collecting art while supporting local artists....

Pearl L. White

Pearl L. White

Feb 9, 2025

Pearl L. White, 96, of Glenville passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday February 9, 2025 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Cleveland, Ohio she was the daughter of the late Albert and Evelyn (McKim) Avery.

Her family lived for many years in Ohio and later moved to Brooklyn, NY, there she graduated from Girls...

Derek J. Bridger

Derek J. Bridger

Feb 8, 2025

Derek J. Bridger, 68, of Schenectady passed away in his sleep with his beloved wife by his side on Saturday February 8, 2025. Born in Troy, NY, he was the son of the late Raymond and Beatrice Yeary.

He proudly served his country in the Army.  Derek retired from Petrecky Excavation Company where he was employed as...

Gary E. Avery

Gary E. Avery

Feb 7, 2025

Burial will be Private

Mary F. Cater

Mary F. Cater

Feb 6, 2025

Mary F. Cater passed away peacefully at her home on February 6th with her family at her side. Mary was born on August 17th, 1944 in the Bronx, NY, to John Horgan and Mary (Fregeau) Horgan. Mary is survived by the love of her life and husband of 60 years, Melvin Cater, her son Matthew Cater (Donna), her daughter...

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