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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 E Dillenbeck
Jun 7, 2014
Jean E. Dillenbeck, 90, of Schenectady passed away Saturday at Kingsway Arms Nursing Home in Schenectady. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Ambler and Isabella (Ryan) Rowland. She was a graduate of Draper High School. Jean was a home maker. She was a member of Trinity Reformed Church in Rotterdam. Jean was active in the...
George W St John
Jun 6, 2014
George W. St. John passed away June 6th 2014 at the age of 91. George was the Son of the late John and Rose St. John and lived in Rotterdam, New York his whole life. In addition to his parents, George was predeceased by his brothers, Paul St.John, Raymond St.John and his sister Mary Fagel. George was a life...
George Leslie Bush
May 13, 2014
George Leslie Bush, of Rotterdam, NY, passed away peacefully in his sleep at age 88. The only son of Frank Leslie Bush and Ina Maria Carpenter, He was born in Amsterdam, NY and was a graduate of Wilbur Lynch High School and Hudson Valley Community College. He proudly served his country in the Merchant Marines. His lifelong passion was...
Doris Ann Simkins
May 12, 2014
Doris Ann Simkins, 83, of Charlton passed away at the Glendale Home on Monday May 12, 2014. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of Peter and Theresa (Paminger) Linscott. Doris was employed as a Rural Route Carrier for the Post Office for over 10 years. She was previously employed for the Wilson Baseball factory and Hyde Boats. Doris...
Donald James Pepper
May 11, 2014
Donald James Pepper, 55, formerly of Scotia passed away at Nathan Littauer Hospital in Gloversville. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of Francis and Mary (Cutter) Pepper. He was employed for many years as a cook at the former Brandywine Diner in Schenectady. Donald is survived by five brothers Joseph Pepper, Francis Pepper, David Pepper, Mike Pepper and...
Helen Elizabeth Adriance
May 10, 2014
Helen E. Adriance, 97, Rotterdam passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday May 10, 2014. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of Edward Joseph and Helen Mary (Crowley) Hayes. Helen was a graduate of Draper High School. She was employed for the YWCA in Schenectady as a cafeteria worker. Prior to that, she was...
Billie B Belshaw
May 8, 2014
Billie B. Belshaw, 65, of Rotterdam passed away Thursday May 8, 2014 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born in Rotterdam, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Alice (Premore) Burke. She was employed by MVP Health Care in Schenectady. Billie is survived by her two sons William McGrath of Rotterdam and Robert McGrath of Rotterdam, two sisters...
Margaret Peggy Mills
May 1, 2014
Margaret Peggy Mills, 58, of Schenectady passed away Thursday May 1, 2014 at Ellis Hospital after being stricken at home. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Mildred (Kergel) Mills. She was a graduate of Linton High School and attended Schenectady County Community College. Peggy was employed as a Clerk for OTB in Schenectady....
Richard L Lindstead
Apr 30, 2014
Richard L. Lindstead, 74, of Porter Corners after losing a courageous battle with cancer went home to the Lord on Wednesday April 30, 2014. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Charles and Genevieve (Smith) Lindstead. Richard is survived by his wife Toni (Oney)Lindstead, two sons Dean Lindstead (Lisa) of Virginia Beach, Dale Lindstead of Lusby,...
Edward W Van Patten
Apr 24, 2014
Edward W. Van Patten died Thursday, April 24th at Ellis Hospital. Born in Glenville, Edward was the son of the late Raymond and Johanna (Hale) Van Patten. The owner of Eddie's Body Shop in Glenville for over 40 years, Edward was an Army veteran. Predeceased in 2011 by his wife of 42 years Cheryl K. (Pohl) Van Patten and...
Theresa Rose Moran
Apr 15, 2014
Theresa R. (Morrette) (Nicolella) Moran (aka Nonny and Grandma Theresa ), 98 years young, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2014 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn. A resident of both Rotterdam and Scotia, Theresa retired from the General Electric Co. after over 30 years of service and later cleaned homes and offices until she was 81. She said the...
Margaret M Della Rocco
Mar 31, 2014
Margaret M. Della Rocco, 55, of Berne passed away on Monday March 31, 2014 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Albany, Margaret was one of ten children and the daughter of Elizabeth (Shellenback) and the late Dr. Thomas Riedy. After attending the Vincentian Institute and receiving her forestry degree from Paul Smith's College, Margaret went to work for Albany...
Ernest J Neverman
Mar 29, 2014
Ernest J. Neverman, 86, of Guilderland passed away at home on March 29, 2014. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Samuel and Minnie (Nichols) Neverman. He served in the Army in World War 2. Robert was employed as a mechanic for Burbank Motors in Schenectady. He was a member of the Church of the Nazarene....
Elmer R Woodbeck
Mar 14, 2014
Elmer R. Woodbeck, 84, passed away on Friday March 14, 2014 at home after a short illness. Elmer was the son of the late Elmer and Ethel (Blanchard) Woodbeck. Elmer was a driver all of his life. He loved horses and flirting. Elmer is survived by his children Howard, Bonnie, Maggie, Michael, Dorothy, Tammy, Jeff and Brian, two sisters...
Albert Simkins
Mar 14, 2014
Albert Simkins, 84, of Charlton passed away Friday March 14, 2014 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Albert and Harriett (Peters) Simkins. He served in the US Air Force as a Senior Master Sergeant. Albert was employed for 40 years as a Mechanic at the Stratton Air National Guard Base...
Bernice J Cole
Feb 28, 2014
Bernice J. Cole, 71, passed away following a long illness on Friday February 28, 2014 at home in Seattle, WA. Born in Schenectady, Bernice was the daughter of the late Clifford and Sally (Rockenstire) Nelson. A homemaker, Bernice enjoyed singing. Besides her parents, Bernice is predeceased by one daughter, Jean Pierce and 2 sisters, Ida Mae Figler and Melvina...
Pierina Mary Bond
Feb 7, 2014
Pierina Mary Bond, 90, of Guilderland passed away Friday February 7, 2014 at the Capital Living and Rehabilitation Center in Schenectady. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Franchesca Gabriele. Pierina was employed as a secretary for the Allstate Insurance Company. She attended Our Lady Queen of Peace Church in Rotterdam. Pierina is predeceased...
Dorothy Hawkey
Jan 11, 2014
Dorothy Hawkey, 91, of Schenectady passed away Saturday January 11, 2014 surrounded by her loving family at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late James and Helen (Gorecka) Carmichael. Dorothy was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School and Mildred Ellie Business School. She was a homemaker. Dorothy was a great Mother...
Paul M Pintavalle
Jan 4, 2014
Paul M. Pintavalle, 62, of Manhattan passed away Thursday December 26, 2013 at Bellevue Hospital in New York City. Born in Schenectady, Paul was the son of Michael G. Pintavalle of Las Vegas, NV and the late Yvonne (Marhafer) Pintavalle. After graduating from Mont Pleasant High School, Paul attended Colonna Beauty School in Albany and Vidal Sassoon in London....
Daniel Surin
Jan 4, 2014
Daniel Surin, 92, of Duanesburg passed away at home on January 4, 2014. Born in Pattersonville, NY, he was the son of the late Stephen and Elizabeth (Mocko) Surin. Daniel is predeceased by his longtime companion Helen, as well as five brothers- John Surin, Paul Surin, Samuel Surin, Martin Surin and George Surin and one sister Elizabeth Shafer. He...
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