Obituaries
Clementina Popolizio Dicocco
Jan 25, 2020
SCHENECTADY- Clementina M. DiCocco, 98, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at home surrounded by her loving family. Clementina was born in Schenectady on October 23, 1921 a daughter of the late Stephen and Justine Stella (Alfonzo) Popolizio. She was raised on Barrett Street and educated at Oneida School. Clem worked at a glove factory in...
Eleanor G. 'Ellie' Lamalfa
Jan 6, 2020
ROTTERDAM – Eleanor G. ‘Ellie’ LaMalfa, 87, entered into eternal peace on Monday. Eleanor was born in South Schenectady a daughter of the late Peter and Grace Eats Delory. She worked many years in housekeeping at the Kingsway Arms. She and her husband enjoyed retirement in Northport, FL. Ellie was a loving, spunky and strong woman, with great faith. She...
Janet Maclachlan
Dec 27, 2019
SCHENECTADY – Janet MacLachlan, 78, entered into eternal peace on Thursday December 27, 2019. Janet was born in Schenectady on May 5, 1941 the daughter of the late Anthony and Antoinette Masucci Palleschi. She was a 1959 graduate of Linton High School and devoted 45 years of service to St. Clare’s Hospital, working in the Admitting Office. Her professionalism, loyalty...
Annette 'Cam' Soroka
Dec 26, 2019
NISKAYUNA - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Annette (Cam) Soroka who died peacefully on the evening of Thursday, December 26, 2019, surrounded by loving family and friends. Born January 16, 1934 in Schenectady, New York, she was the daughter of the late Dominick and Mary Cammarota who passed away in 2002. Her beloved husband,...
Elizabeth S. Suriano
Dec 12, 2019
Elizabeth Salamone Suriano, 91, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at Glendale Nursing Home. Liz was born in Schenectady on December 15, 1927 and was the daughter of the late Matteo and Maria Carmela (Luisi) Salamone. She was a 1947 graduate of Nott Terrace High School and worked for over 20 years at General Electric. Liz...
Sr. Norina L. Mastro, Mpv
Dec 10, 2019
SCHENECTADY - Sr. Norina L. Mastro, MPV, 88, entered gracefully into eternal peace on Tuesday, December 10, 2019. Sr. Norina was born in Schenectady on April 9, 1931 the daughter of the late Giustino and Laura (DiCintio) Mastro. She was educated locally and entered Religious life on February 2, 1952 and First Professed as a Venerini Sister on September 4,...
Robert Charles Vanhatten
Dec 8, 2019
Robert C. Van Hatten July 13, 1937 - December 8, 2019 Robert C. Van Hatten, 82, of Schenectady, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 8, 2019 at home surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born in Rensselaer, NY to the late Lawrence and Evelyn (Guenther) Van Hatten. Robert was a graduate of Philip Schuyler High School and attended...
Katherine Mae (Watrous) Tucker (Kay)
Nov 30, 2019
SCHENECTADY -Katherine Mae (Watrous) Tucker (Kay), 92 passed away on Saturday, November 30th peacefully at home. Kay was born on September 1, 1927 in the little town of Smith Basin, NY weighing only 2 lbs, the daughter of the late Clifton and Alice (Huntley) Watrous. Originally from Whitehall NY, Kay move to and settled in Schenectady in the early 1940’s....
Sandra Jean Dithomas
Nov 21, 2019
AMSTERDAM – Sandra Jean DiThomas, 75, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, surrounded by her loving family. Sandra was born in Amsterdam on November 28th, 1943, the daughter of the late Joseph Marotta and Eleanor Countryman Marotta Spagnola. She graduated from Wilbur H. Lynch High School in 1961 and later in life became a talented Hairstylist. Sandra took great...
Henry E. Blaize
Nov 12, 2019
SCHENECTADY – Henry E. Blaize, 83, formerly of Lincoln Avenue entered peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 12, 2019. Henry was born on May 18, 1936 in Jay, NY to Henry and Helen Blaise. Henry proudly served in the US Air Force. During his service he was stationed in many locations both in the US and overseas. It was...
Carol Ann Garofalo
Nov 10, 2019
CLIFTON PARK, NY and DENNIS, MA – Carol Ann Garofalo, 85, entered peacefully into eternal rest on November 10, 2019. Carol was born in East Boston, MA on November 17, 1933 the daughter of the late Enrico and Ellen (Carrigan) Camerlengo. Carol pursued a degree in home economics at State Teachers College of Framingham. Carol, and her late husband Armand,...
Alberto Biasiucci
Nov 3, 2019
SCHENECTADY – Alberto Biasiucci, 81, entered peacefully into eternal life on Sunday at Ellis, surrounded by his loving and devoted family. Alberto was born in Dragoni, province of Caserta, Italy on March 31, 1938 the son of the late Angelo and Teresa Morelli Biasiucci. He served in the Italian Army and was a self-employed painter. He immigrated to the United...
Steven R. Jones
Oct 22, 2019
ROTTERDAM – Steven R. Jones, 62, passed away on October 22, 2019 at Ellis Hospital. Steve was born in Schenectady on March 28, 1957 to the late Robert and Katherine Silaika Jones. He was employed at one time as the parts manager at Metro Ford retiring at the onset of his illness. He is survived by his loving companion, Rita...
Rosaria "Rose" Coppola
Oct 16, 2019
COLONIE – Rosaria “Rose” Coppola, 90, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 16, 2019, with her loving family at her side. Rose was born in Schenectady on February 10, 1929 the daughter of the late Gaetano and Angela (Gullota) Negri. She was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School. Rose worked as a secretary for the NYS Department...
Marcus J. "Mark" Miranda
Oct 13, 2019
ROTTERDAM – Marcus J. “Mark” Miranda, 86, went to his Heavenly home on Sunday, October 13, at Ellis Hospital, with his loving family at his side. Mark was born and educated in Scotia, the son of the late Patsy and Marion (Judway) Miranda. He honorably served his Country during the Korean War. Mark owned and operated an interior design company...
Dorothy A. Bell
Oct 10, 2019
SCHENECTADY – Dorothy A. Bell, 96, entered peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Thursday. Dorothy was born in Schenectady, a daughter of the late Joseph and Angeline Dagastine Landry. She was a 1940 graduate of Nott Terrace High School and began work at the General Electric. Dorothy was later employed for 20 plus years at the Galesi Group...
Eileen T. Merkel
Oct 9, 2019
SCHENECTADY – Eileen T. Merkel, 60 passed away October 9, 2019 after a long illness. Eileen was born October 8, 1959 at Bellevue Hospital, the daughter of the late Mary P. Merkel (McCreesh). Eileen grew up in Niskayuna, NY where she attended Niskayuna High School. Eileen also attended The College of Saint Rose in 2005 and was certified as a...
Arthur G. "Holmes" Doucette
Oct 1, 2019
CLIFTON PARK – Arthur G. “Holmes” Doucette, 68, passed away on Tuesday at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by the love and devotion of his family. Art, known lovingly as “Holmes” was born in Brooklyn and was a 1969 graduate of Linton High School. Art was self-employed as a Notary Signing Agent. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed his camp in...
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