Obituaries
Jerri Lee McIntosh Scranton Hill
Dec 9, 2025
SCHENECTADY - Jerri McIntosh Scranton Hill, 64, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Ellis Hospital, after a short illness. She is now at peace, joined once again with her beloved husband Fred and those she loved who have gone before her.
Born on April 2, 1961, in Schenectady, Jerri was the daughter of the late William and Marjorie McIntosh....
Zeidy Rodriguez
Dec 8, 2025
ALBANY – Evette Zenaida ‘Zeidy’ Rodriguez, 56, whose gentle nature and boundless love made her a treasure to all who knew her, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 8, 2025.
Zeidy was born in Manhattan, on June 25, 1969, the daughter of Lewis Rodriguez and Ruth Pimentel. She graduated high school and earned her associate degree, a milestone that brought her...
Donna Taber Murphy
Dec 1, 2025
SCHENECTADY – Donna Taber Murphy, 65, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025 at home after a sudden illness.
Donna was born in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Walter and Julie Daversa Taber. She was a 1978 graduate of Linton High School and worked for the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance for 37 years. Donna was the heart of...
Bennie Izzo
Nov 30, 2025
SCHENECTADY-Benjamin “Bennie” Izzo, Sr., 85, passed peacefully into eternal rest on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at his home, surrounded by his loving family after a long, courageous and well fought battle with cancer.
Bennie was born in Schenectady, a son of the late Louis and Antoinette Lupi Izzo, Sr. He attended Nott Terrace High School and began work at Rayco Upholstery,...
Pamela S. Margas
Nov 26, 2025
GLENVILLE – Pamela S. Margas, 59, entered peacefully into eternal rest on November 26, 2025.
A wonderful mother, friend, sister and aunt. An accomplished operating room nurse for thirty five years. She loved her favorite music and movies. She loved to laugh. She loved doing things for and taking care of people. Everyone will always remember her for her homemade jam...
Robert Matarazzo
Nov 26, 2025
SCHENECTADY – Robert “Bobby” Matarazzo, 76, a lifelong resident of Schenectady, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Louis and Antoinette (Ciccarelli) Matarazzo. Bobby graduated from Linton High School and worked for Adirondack Beverage and later for the City of Schenectady in the Parks and Recreation Department, before beginning...
Angela Ferrandino
Nov 25, 2025
ROTTERDAM – Angela Ferrandino, 91, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Albany, Angela was the daughter of the late Samuel and Giovanna Florio DiMura. She grew up on Madison Avenue, raised by hardworking Italian parents who instilled in her a deep sense of dedication and strong work ethic....
Richard R. Scott
Nov 2, 2025
Richard Ray Scott was born on May 4 1934 in Mine Hill New Jersey. The son of Melba Mae Nichols and Richard Ray Scott. His father, Richard, was killed in the Hercules armament factory explosion on September 12, 1940. His mother Melba, who eventually remarried a combat veteran of WWII and Korea, moved the family to Aberdeen Maryland where they...
Gloria E. Leo
Oct 24, 2025
ROTTERDAM JUNCTION – It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Gloria E. Leo, on Friday, October 24, 2025 at home with her loving family at her side.
Gloria was born July 7, 1927, to John and May (Larabee) Dawson. She grew up in West Glenville and Scotia, surrounded by farm animals, cats and dogs.
Gloria worked...
Allen P. DeNegris
Oct 19, 2025
SCHENECTADY – Allen P. DeNegris, 79, went home to be with his Lord & Savior Jesus Christ, on Sunday, October 19, 2025 at Ellis Hospital, after a sudden illness.
Allen was born in Schenectady, the son of the late Pasquale and Tillie Serapilio DeNegris. He graduate from Linton High School and worked for the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles in Albany,...
Sharon Maria Latal
Oct 17, 2025
GLENVILLE – Sharon M. Latal, 66, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, October 17, 2025, at home, surrounded by love and with her devoted husband by her side.
Born in Niskayuna, Sharon was the beloved daughter of the late Gilles and Mary (Insero) Vautrin. She began her education at St. Columba’s and later graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in...
Robert 'Bob' P. Vannatten
Oct 12, 2025
ROTTERDAM – Robert ‘Bob’ Van Natten, 72, of Van Cortland Street, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025 after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born in Schenectady on St. Patrick’s Day, 1953, the beloved son of the late Chancellor D. and Winnifred Walrath Van Natten Sr. He grew up on Linden Street, where his roots...
Lynn Marie Gordon
Oct 6, 2025
SCHENECTADY – Lynn M. Gordon, 64, of Strong Street, passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025 at St. Peter’s Hospital, after a brief illness. Lynn was born in Schenectady on April 6, 1961, the daughter of the late Thomas Gordon and Janis (Nicklaw) Hopkins. She was a graduate of Linton High School and for the past 13 years worked for...
Johnny Lee Brown Jr.
Sep 28, 2025
SCHENECTADY – With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Johnny Lee Brown, who was born on January 31, 1979, and lived in Schenectady. Johnny passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Johnny was a man with a heart as big as his smile, a smile that could light up any room and lift any...
Doris Olbrich Pepicelli
Sep 20, 2025
NISKAYUNA – Doris Olbrich Pepicelli, 81, entered peacefully into the Arms of the Lord on Saturday, September 20, 2025, after a brief illness. Doris was born in Germany, a daughter of the late William and Olga Baumgarten Olbrich. She immigrated to the United States as a young girl and built a life rooted in love, hard work, and faith. She...
Maria Puglisi D'Alessandro
Sep 19, 2025
MELBOURNE, FL - Maria Puglisi D’Alessandro, beloved wife, daughter, sister, aunt and friend passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 19, 2025. Maria was born on February 16, 1943, in Fondachelli, Sicily, a daughter of the late Carmelo and Amelia Puglisi. The family immigrated to America, and over the years, each member pursued the American Dream in their own...
William Rodriguez
Sep 5, 2025
William Rodriguez, 67, passed away on September 5, 2025. William was born in New York City the son of the late Carlos and Maria Rodriguez. He was employed by Bon-Appetit Management Company and worked at Schenectady County Community College. He was the youngest of five children. William leaves behind a loving daughter, Priscilla Jurado; loving nephews, George Cruz, Anthony Rodriguez,...
Carol Lenartz
Aug 27, 2025
BALLSTON SPA - Carol Lenartz, a much loved mother, passed away peacefully at her home on August 27, 2025, after a long, brave, battle with cancer. Born in Schenectady, New York on August 5, 1945, Carol worked at St. Clare’s Hospital for 20 years, retiring in 2019. Her true passion was designing beautiful gardens for every season. Both her front...
Janet Belak Lake
Aug 24, 2025
Schenectady – Janet Belak Lake, 89, a lifelong Schenectady resident, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, August 24, 2025. Born in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Gaetano and Philomena (Cashera) Bacchi. Janet was a 1955 graduate of Nott Terrace High School. In 1970, she became one of the original employees hired by Capital District Off-Track Betting, where...
Shirley I. O'Connor
Aug 20, 2025
Niskayuna- Shirley I. O’Connor, 94, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025. Born in Nashua, NH on October 10, 1930, to the late Maxwell and Celia Libbey. She graduated from Nashua High School and went on to become a bookkeeper. Married her husband Richard on January 12, 1957. Shirley and Richard lived in Long Beach, CA; Norfolk, VA; Wrentham, MA...
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