Obituaries
Lillian Mae Macejka
May 9, 2026
SCHENECTADY - Lillian Mae Macejka, 87, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026 at home, with her loving family at her side.
Lillian was born in Schenectady a daughter of the late Joseph and Julia Ganley Lipinski. She worked in the housekeeping department at Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital for many years. She was a loving woman who taught her children love, respect...
Sandra G. Laudato Anderson
May 7, 2026
Sandra L. "Sandy" AndersonFebruary 13, 1942 – May 7, 2026Sandra L. "Sandy" Anderson, a lifelong resident of Niskayuna, New York, passed away suddenly on May 7, 2026. Born on February 13, 1942, she was the cherished daughter of the late Esther and Sylvester William Laudato.Sandy dedicated decades of service to her community as a beloved bus driver, greeting every passenger...
Paula A. Colucci
May 7, 2026
SCHENECTADY - Paula A. Colucci, 74, entered into eternal rest peacefully on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Saratoga Hospital, surrounded and supported by the love and comfort of her family. Strong-willed and independent, Paula handled her health struggles quietly and in her own way.
Born in Schenectady, Paula was the daughter of the late Clifford and Louise (Rosa) Wood. She was...
Rita "Lela" Bradt
May 6, 2026
Rita “Lela” Bradt, 89
January 16, 1937 – May 6, 2026
On May 6, 2026, beloved grandmother, Lela passed away peacefully in her sleep. As of her passing, Lela will be reunited in open arms with many of her loved ones.
Lela is predeceased by her late husband, Charles Bradt Sr, her parents Anthony and Antoinette (Corraro) Farina, her sisters, Rose “Dolly” Gentile,...
Louisa A. Aunchman
Apr 20, 2026
Schenectady – Louisa A. DeVincenzo Aunchman, 75, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Monday, April 20, 2026, at home surrounded by her loving family.
Louisa was born on April 3, 1951, a daughter of the late Frank DeVincenzo and Anna Ballone. She was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School and then went on to fulfill a successful career at St....
Victor O. Nava
Apr 17, 2026
ALBANY – Victor O. Nava, 95, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, April 17, 2026. Victor was born in Mexico City, Mexico, on December 23, 1930, the son of the late Luis and Carmen Echeverria Nava. He was raised and educated in Mexico City, where he also attended college. In the summer of 1954, Victor immigrated to the United...
Nancy Lecce
Apr 15, 2026
Obituary – Nancy Lecce
LECCE, NANCY, 98, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15. Born in 1927, Nancy was the beloved daughter of Rosa and Guiseppe Pironi of Schenectady. Upon her parents’ deaths when she was 13 years old, Nancy and her siblings were cared for by Helen and Carmel Lauracella.
Nancy was the loving wife of Joseph Lecce (deceased), and sister...
Karen Farber
Apr 6, 2026
Karen Farber Obituary
July 29, 1943-April 6, 2026
Karen was much loved by her parents, J.A. Cobb, Jr. and Johnnie Melba Payne Cobb. Karen was born in Hugo, Oklahoma, where Johnnie was living with her parents while J.A. served in the Army Air Corps. In 1946, Karen welcomed a sister Sharon to the family. Karen was very close to her maternal grandparents,...
Patricia J. Jacobson
Apr 3, 2026
GLENVILLE – Patricia J. Jacobson, 85, entered into eternal rest, on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, at home surrounded by her loving family.
Pat was born in New London, CT, the daughter of the late Thomas and Evelyn DeWitt Henry. She located to Schenectady and was a graduate of Linton High School. She worked as a cashier at Save Way and...
Gere H. Brostrand
Apr 3, 2026
SCHENECTADY – Gere Brostrand, 78, passed peacefully into eternal life on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Gere was born in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Carl and Lois Harding Brostrand.
She retired from Sylvestri Dry Cleaners, in Albany, after many years of service.
Gere was predeceased by her parents, her beloved son, Randy Myers; cherished...
Philomena "Phyllis" "Mrs. D" Derenske
Mar 29, 2026
Philomena (Phyllis – Mrs. ‘D’) Derenske
After 58 years of marriage and nearly 14 years of waiting, on March 29, 2026 the Lord sent the angels and butterflies to escort our Mom and Grandma to finally reunite her – for all eternity – to the love of her life, her husband and our Dad and Grandpa – Al Derenske, Sr.
Born March...
Americo Cerrone
Mar 26, 2026
SCHENECTADY - Americo Cerrone, 90, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026, at home surrounded by his devoted family. Born October 20, 1935, in Broccostella, Province of Frosinone, Italy, he was the beloved son of the late Loreto and Loreta Iafrate Cerrone.
Americo immigrated to Schenectady in 1961, like so many seeking opportunities and a better life. He was employed by...
Father Albin Fusco, O.F.M.
Mar 7, 2026
SCHENECTADY - Father Albin Fusco, O.F.M., 96, a native of Schenectady, passed to eternal life on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Teresian House, where he had resided for the past several years.
Born Dominic Armando Fusco in Schenectady on December 28, 1929, he was the son of Pasquale and Albina (Fracasso) Fusco. He was a graduate of Nott Terrace High...
Richard G. Samulovitch
Mar 4, 2026
Richard Glenn Samulovitch, an extraordinary person, left this world after months of declining health and within a week of a diagnosis of a brave cancer battle peacefully at Ellis Hospital. Born to Fred and Rosemary on February 6, 1964, Richard embodied the spirit of resilience. Richard possessed a unique ability to uplift those around him even during sorrow. During early...
Malachi X. Fennicks
Mar 3, 2026
Malachi X Fennicks, 21, of Schenectady passed away unexpectedly on March 3, 2026.He was born on August 14, 2004 to Nikol Fennicks. Along with his twin sister, Micah Fennicks. He graduated from Schenectady High School, class of 2022.He loved anime and gaming. He had his own YouTube channel and loved streaming.In addition to his mother and twin sister, he is...
Lewis A. Pepicelli
Feb 14, 2026
NISKAYUNA – Lewis A. Pepicelli, 89, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
Lewis was born in Schenectady the son of the late James and Louise (DeLuke) Pepicelli. He graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School, where he excelled in track. Lewis entered the US Air Force, serving from 1959-1964, where he received his Associate’s degree from Gunter Branch...
Arthur William DeBraccio, Jr.
Feb 12, 2026
ARTHUR WILLIAM DEBRACCIO JR
Rotterdam- Arthur passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026 after a short illness.
Arthur was born November 30, 1932 to Arthur Sr and Agnes Mae (Bovaird) DeBraccio. Characteristic of a true child of the Depression years, he started working at a young age and never stopped. He once made a list of all of his occupations but stopped...
Maria E. Farina
Feb 10, 2026
ROTTERDAM – Marie E. Glennon Farina, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at Ellis Hospital.
Marie was born in Schenectady, the daughter of the late William and Isabel Pellegrino Glennon, and was a 1963 graduate of Linton High School. She began her working life at the Schenectady Library and later worked alongside her Aunt Edith at the...
Angelo Coppola
Feb 8, 2026
SCHENECTADY – Angelo Coppola, 88, of Carrie St. entered peacefully into eternal rest, at home in the comfort of his loving family. He went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
Angelo was the son of the late Pasquale and Mariangela Coppola and the husband of the late Titina Coppola for over 60 years.
Angelo was predeceased by...
Mark John Glodny, Jr.
Feb 4, 2026
SCHENECTADY – It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Mark on February 4, 2026.
Mark was a kind and gentle man, with a warm heart and deep love for his family and friends. His humor and caring nature touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Mark was a devoted companion, friend, and above all,...
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