Obituaries
Arkron Jordan
Mar 16, 2023
SCHENECTADY – Arkron Jordan Ben Boaz, 40, passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2023, as he lived his life, with an Honor Walk, helping others in need. Arkron was born in Queens, NY the son of Richard Stewart and Vanessia Jordan. He was raised in Brooklyn and attended PS 213. Arkron was a dreamer, who loved his reggae music. He...
Sebrina Johnson
Mar 8, 2023
Sebrina Johnson, a Brooklyn NY native and a long time Schenectady resident was a beautiful, smart, loving and caring woman. She was a survivor and a fighter throughout her entire 54yrs of life. Sebrina was loved by everyone she crossed paths with. She will be missed and mourned by all especially her mother Dolores Johnson, husband Derick Henderson, her children...
Sapphira Eunique Washington
Mar 2, 2023
SCHENECTADY – Sapphira Eunique Washington, age 4, was embraced into the arms of her Lord on Thursday, March 2, 2023. She is now resting in eternal peace. Sapphira was born in Schenectady on October 25, 2018. She loved singing, dancing, learning, and spending time with family and friends. Her smile would light the room; her hugs were warm and loving....
David J. Pasquariello
Feb 27, 2023
Columbus, Ohio - David J. Pasquariello, entered the arms of his Lord on the day before his 67th birthday at Mount Carmel St Ann’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio after a 7-month struggle with failing health. David was born in Schenectady on February 28, 1956; he graduated from Mont Pleasant High School Class of 1974; and Siena College where he obtained...
Louise Potente Rayner
Feb 21, 2023
SCHENECTADY- Louise Potente Rayner, 83, passed away at home on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, with her loving husband at her side. Louise was born in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Joseph and Julia Lenta Potente. She was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School and Spencer Business College. Louise worked and lived in Canada and Texas, returning to Schenectady...
Scott Macnaughtan Morley
Feb 16, 2023
ALBANY, NY - Scott M. Morley, 54, of Albany, NY, passed away suddenly of natural causes on February 16, 2023. Scott was born on June 11, 1968, to James E. Morley, Jr. and Elizabeth W. Morley in Syracuse, NY. He graduated high school from La Salle Institute and earned an Associate’s Degree from Paul Smith's College. Scott enlisted in the...
Christopher "Gigs" Giglio
Feb 10, 2023
NISKAYUNA - Christopher Giglio (Chris or Gigs to his close friends and family) passed away on February 10th, 2023, born on June 25th 1962 in Hornell, NY. Predeceased by his parents, Angelo and Eileen Giglio. Chris lived his life with the motto that “everything happens for a reason,” and would want all of us to remember his quick-wit, roaring laughs,...
Roberta A. Olsen
Feb 5, 2023
SCHENECTADY – Roberta A. Olsen, 80, entered into eternal peace, on Sunday, February 5, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family. Roberta was born in Schenectady the daughter of the late Harold and Margaret Pirro Puccetti. She was a 1961 graduate of Linton High School and worked for the NYS Department of Corrections on the Harriman Campus for 30...
Domenic Capoccia
Jan 30, 2023
SCHENECTADY – Domenic Capoccia, 58, entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 30, 2023, at Ellis Hospital, after a long and hard-fought battle with kidney disease. Domenic was born in Schenectady, a devoted son of the late Giustino and Angelina DiCarlo Capoccia. He was a 1982 graduate of Linton High School and attended HVCC pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering....
Santina Dicocco
Jan 26, 2023
SCHENECTADY – Santina DiCarlo DiCocco, 88, returned to her Lord on Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Ellis Hospital with her loving family at her side after a brief illness from COVID 19. Santina was born and educated in Sora, province of Lazio, Italy, on August 28, 1934, the daughter of the late Angelo and Cristina Serafini DiCarlo. She immigrated to...
Clara A. "Cioc" Grzelecka
Jan 18, 2023
ROTTERDAM – Clara A.”Cioc” Grzelecka, 100, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. Clara was born in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Ladislous and Mary Grzelecki. She graduated from the former Nott Terrace High School and began a long and dedicated career at the General Electric Company as a clerical officer worker. Clara was a woman...
Claude A. 'Cliz-O" Anderson Iv
Jan 14, 2023
SCHENECTADY – Claude A. ‘Cliz-o’ Anderson, IV, 46, friend to all, passed away at Ellis Hospital on Saturday, January 14, 2023, after a long and courageous, well-fought battle. Claude was born in Albany, on September 22, 1976, a son of Claude Anderson, III, and Cynthia Smith. He graduated from Guilderland High School. Claude was a jack of all trades, especially...
Brenda Jean Bach
Jan 12, 2023
NISKAYUNA – Brenda Jean (Abdoo) Bach, 71, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Ellis Hospital, after being stricken at home. Brenda was born January 14, 1951, in Utica, the daughter of John G. and Susan (Bohanna) Abdoo. She graduated from Utica Free Academy and Schenectady Community College. She located to Schenectady in 1970 and wed her beloved...
Debra Dantz Collins
Jan 8, 2023
SCHENECTADY - Debra Dantz Collins, 65, passed away at St. Peter’s Hospital on January 8, 2023. Debra was predeceased by her husband, Ricky Collins, mother, Janice Dantz Chalfont; brothers, Dennis and Timmy Dantz. She is survived by her twin daughters, Kelly (David) Cabrera and Kaylene Collins; grandsons, Bishop McDaniel and Grayson Cabrera; siblings, Robert J. (Denelle) Dantz, Sharon Dantz, Janice...
Donald I. Closson Jr.
Jan 7, 2023
ALBANY – Donald I. Closson, Jr. 79, passed away at St. Peter’s Hospital on Saturday, January 7, 2023. Don was born in Saratoga Springs, the son of Donald and Stella Clark Closson. He graduated from Saratoga Springs High School and honorably served in the US Air Force. Don was employed at the General Electric Company as a machinist, retiring after...
Charles H. Tillman Jr.
Jan 7, 2023
SCHENECTADY – Charles H. Tillman, Jr., 66, passed away at Ellis Hospital on Saturday, January 7, 2023, after a brief illness. Chuck was born in Schenectady, the son of the late Charles H. and Joan Payne Tillman, Sr. He graduated from Mont Pleasant High School and began work as a machinist at General Electric. Chuck was a jack and master...
Debra J. 'Debbie' Coppola
Jan 6, 2023
SCHENECTADY – Debra J. ‘Debbie’ Coppola, 71, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, January 6, 2023, at Pine Haven Nursing Facility. Debbie was born on March 1, 1951, a daughter of Janet Barton Waldorph and the late Perry Waldorph. A natural caregiver, Debbie pursued a career in nursing, graduating from Ellis School of Nursing. She was a dedicated and...
Joseph P. Fusella Jr.
Jan 6, 2023
The Villages, FL - Joseph P. Fusella, Jr., 88, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2023, with his beloved wife, Joan, and his family by his side. Joe was born in Amsterdam, NY, on April 13, 1934, to Joseph and Carmela (Boscaino) Fusella. He graduated from Wilbur H. Lynch High School in 1952 and Bryant College in Providence, RI, in...
Alfred J. Articolo
Dec 30, 2022
ROTTERDAM – Alfred J. Articolo Sr, 98, entered into eternal life on Friday, December 30, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Al was born in Schenectady, the son of the late George and Maria LaTerra Articolo. He graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School and honorably served in the United States Army Air Force. Al worked as a guard at KAPL,...
Thomas S. Lanza
Dec 25, 2022
SCHENECTADY – Thomas S. Lanza, 66, entered into eternal life on Christmas Day, at Ellis Hospital. Tom was born in Albany, the son of the late John and Joan Lanza. He attended Albany High School and worked for the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance, retiring after 28 years as a proud civil servant. Tom was a free spirit, laid...
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