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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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Michael Lorenzo Deveaux Jr

Michael Lorenzo Deveaux Jr

Jun 27, 2010

Michael DeVeaux Jr., 21, of Schenectady died Sunday June 27, 2010 in Schenectady. Born in Schenectady he was the son of Michael and Sharon (Rouse) DeVeaux. Michael was a student at Schenectady Community College. He was a member of the Out of the Box Family Worship Tabernacle. Besides his parents, he is survived by his maternal Grandparent Rendi Rouse-Jackson,...

Katherine Pytlovany

Katherine Pytlovany

Jun 24, 2010

Katherine (Kate) Pytlovany, 58, of Scotia, New York passed away Thursday June 24, 2010 surrounded by her loving family after a long, courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Niskayuna, New York the daughter of the late Donald and Marguerite Bates. One of three children she was predeceased by her two younger brothers, Thomas and David Bates. Kate...

John J Lacagnina Jr

John J Lacagnina Jr

Jun 14, 2010

John Joseph LaCagnina Jr. died Monday June 14, 2010 at Andrew Michaud Nursing Home in Fulton, NY. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late John and Beatrice (Foley) Canin. John was employed at the General Electric Company for over 40 years and was a member of the Quarter Century Club, Past President of the Holy...

Robert Achenbach

Robert Achenbach

May 18, 2010

Robert Achenbach Jr., 46, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully at Ellis Hospital on Saturday May 15, 2010. Born in Schenectady, Robert was the son of the late Robert and Margaret (Winchester) Achenbach.. Robert worked in sales at K-Mart in Schenectady. Robert was a Native American. He is survived by his loving wife Theresa Metallo Achenbach whom he married October...

Adrienne Hall Crossley

Adrienne Hall Crossley

May 2, 2010

Adrienne Hall Crossley 55 died Sunday May 2, 2010 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born and educated in Schenectady, Adrienne was the daughter of the late Annise and Mattie (Miller) Crossley. A Substance Abuse Counselor for several years, Adrienne worked for Conifer Park. A member of Refreshing Springs church, Adrienne is survived by her daughter, Averil D. Hall (Rayshawn...

Kevin T Lucier

Kevin T Lucier

May 2, 2010

Kevin T. Lucier, 42, of Charlton Rd, died suddenly at his residence on Sunday May 2, 2010 due to a severe allergy related attack. Born in Schenectady, NY, he was the son of Winifred & Vince Lucier. He was educated in the Schenectady school system. He attended Delhi and Hudson Valley Community College earning a degree in Automotive Technology....

Elfriede M Van Wormer

Elfriede M Van Wormer

Apr 2, 2010

Elfriede Mayer Van Wormer,86,of Rotterdam died Friday April 2, 2010 at home. Born in Germany, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Marie (Lenzer). After High School, she worked for a short time for the General Electric Company in Schenectady. Elfriede then became a Homemaker. She was a member of the Messiah Lutheran Church in Rotterdam and...

Eileen M Kelly

Eileen M Kelly

Mar 28, 2010

Eileen M. Kelly 64 died Sunday March 28th at Northwoods Rehabilatation Center in Niskayuna, NY. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late William and Gertrude (Bodin) Kelly. A high school graduate , Eileen had been disabled for many years. A member of Christ Church, she was also a member of the Women's Aglow. Eileen is survived...

Christopher M Adams

Christopher M Adams

Mar 19, 2010

Christopher M. Adams, 50, of Burnt Hills died Friday March 19, 2010 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Joseph Adams Sr. and Joan (Boink) Adams of Scotia. Christopher was self employed as a General Contactor for Triangle Construction Northeast LLC since 2001. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in...

Beverly Grosso

Beverly Grosso

Mar 17, 2010

Beverly Grosso, 77, died Tuesday March 16th at Northwood's Rehabilitation Center at Hilltop. The daughter of Peter and Ann Grosso, Beverly has no immediate living survivors. A graveside funeral service will be held at Vale Cemetery on Friday March 19, 2010 at 1 pm. Arrangements are by Bond Funeral Home in Schenectady

Laura S

Laura S

Mar 14, 2010

Laura S. VanEps 93 died Sunday morning March 14th at Ellis Hospital. Born in Clifton Park, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Alta Shultes. A graduate of Oneonta Teachers college, Laura was a special education and reading teacher at Brown's School in Schenectady for over 15 years. Devoted to her family, she was a member of...

Kermit J Gordon

Kermit J Gordon

Feb 24, 2010

Kermit J. Gordon 95 formerly of Schenectady died Wednesday at the Vitas Inpatient Care Unit in Orlando. Born in Rotterdam, he was the son of the late Joseph and Edith (Fisher) Gordon. A WWII Army veteran, Kermit worked as a salesman for the former Hudson Hardware and Central Plumbing and Heating for many years. He was also a Tractor...

Charles E Mcnulty Jr

Charles E Mcnulty Jr

Feb 24, 2010

Charles E. McNulty Jr., 54, of Rotterdam died Wednesday February 24, 2010 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Charles McNulty Sr. and his mother Betty (Munn) McNulty of Guilderland. He was a graduate of Guilderland High School. Charles was a Construction Worker for the McNulty and Sons Construction Co. in...

Helen G Larson

Helen G Larson

Feb 5, 2010

Helen G. Larson, 91, of Wilmington Delaware, formerly of Rotterdam died Friday February 5, 2010 at Christiana Care Hospital in Newark, Delaware. Born in Amsterdam, she was the daughter of the late Emory and Alma (Johnson) George. Helen was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School and the Albany Business College. She was employed as a Secretary for the...

Robert A Young

Robert A Young

Jan 27, 2010

Robert A. Young 52 died Wednesday January 27, 2010 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born in Schenectady, Bob is the son of Gloria (Corraro) Young of Waterford and the late William Young. A mechanic and owner of Bobby's Auto in Rotterdam Junction for over 29 years, Bob was a devoted family man who cherished his granddaughter Adriana. He enjoyed...

Michael Anthony Famiano

Michael Anthony Famiano

Jan 15, 2010

Michael Anthony Famiano, 62, died peacefully January 15, 2010 with his wife and children by his side. Michael was born in Schenectady, NY and raised his family in nearby Rotterdam. Michael relocated his family in 1987 to Bucks County, PA and again moved to Louisville, KY in 1998. He and his wife retired to Summerfield, FL in 2002. Michael...

Thomas J Berlin

Thomas J Berlin

Jan 15, 2010

Thomas J. Berlin 86 died Friday morning January 15, 2010 at Dutch Manor Nursing Home. Born in Scotia, he was the son of the late Louis and Ann (Jursoko) Berlin. A WWII Army veteran, Thomas was a former security guard at Condec Manufacturing in Niskayuna and had also worked for the General Electric Co. and ALCO. A member of...

Victor R

Victor R

Jan 1, 2010

Victor R. Mastriani, 88, died Friday January 1, 2010 at Saint Luke Hospital in Houston, Texas. He was born in Schenectady, New York. The son of John Mastriani and Mary Grace (Pasquarella) Mastriani. He was a graduate of Mount Pleasant, High School and Siena College, where Vic excelled in Basketball. After graduation he played basketball professionally for the Schenectady...

Elizabeth S

Elizabeth S

Dec 30, 2009

Elizabeth S. Carruthers, 95, of Burlington, Vt. and formerly of Schenectady N.Y., died December 30, 2009, in Burlington. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Mary Hart Sorenson. She was a graduate of Schenectady High School. Elizabeth was formerly a piano teacher and church organist in Schenectady and in Burlington. As a member of...

Wesley G Curtis

Wesley G Curtis

Dec 21, 2009

Wesley G. Curtis, 52, of Schenectady died Monday December 21, 2009 at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Stuart and Barbara (Zapp) Curtis. He served in the Army from 1974-77. He was employed as a Mail Carrier for the Blackburn Company. He is survived by one daughter Sarah...

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