Obituaries

Charlotte Ann Pagnotti

Charlotte Ann Pagnotti

Jun 24, 2020

Rotterdam - Charlotte Ann Pagnotti, 69, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at Albany Medical Center after a brief illness. Charlene was born in December 31, 1950, the daughter of the late Frederick f and Alma Viola Krawn LaFrenier. She was predeceased by her husband Carmen Pagnotti on July 16, 2013. She is survived by her sisters, Donna Herhol...

Kathleen M. Brisson

Kathleen M. Brisson

Jun 17, 2020

Town of Halfmoom – Kathleen M. Brisson, 69, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at home in the loving presence of her Lord and family. Kathy was born in Cohoes a daughter of the late William and Margaret Lauer Brisson. She was a 1968 graduate of Waterford Half-Moon High School and began her career with the...

Sgt. Dominick M. Potts

Sgt. Dominick M. Potts

Jun 15, 2020

SCHENECTADY – Sgt. Dominick M. Potts, 74, passed away on Monday June 15, 2020 at Ellis Hospital. Dom was born in Schenectady a son of Elizabeth Snale Potts Greco and the late Dominick Potts. He was a graduate of Linton High School and entered the NYS Army National Guard. He was honored to serve 33 years of active duty with...

Daniel J. Defrancisco

Daniel J. Defrancisco

Jun 3, 2020

SCHENECTADY – Daniel J. DeFrancisco, 60, passed away on June 3, 2020 after a long battle with illness. Danny was predeceased by his parents, Joseph DeFrancisco and Carol Ray and his older brother, Dennis DeFrancisco. He is survived by his brother, Brian Ray, of IL and his daughter, Leah Danielle DeFrancisco Abbatiello, of Rotterdam; many special friends. A small gathering...

Barbara G. Mcguire Kirkham

Barbara G. Mcguire Kirkham

Jun 2, 2020

SCOTIA –Barbara G. Kirkham, 75, entered into eternal rest on June 2, 2020 at Ellis Hospital. Barbara was born in Little Falls, NY a daughter of the late Lyman and Ursula (Carter) McGuire. She graduated from Linton High School. For many years, Barbara was an iconic presence at Honey Land Pharmacy; she loved being part of the Sessa family. She...

Noreen E. King

Noreen E. King

May 10, 2020

SCHENECTADY - Noreen E. King, 83, entered peacefully into eternal rest on May 10, 2020 at Albany Medical Center. Noreen was born on January 11, 1937, in Kingsley, Iowa a daughter of the late Foriest and Elizabeth Wetrosky Fitzpatrick. Noreen graduated in 1955 from Kingsley High School, and later located to the capital region. Noreen worked for several years as...

Gloria Alberta Teabout Mclean-Perryman

Gloria Alberta Teabout Mclean-Perryman

May 7, 2020

SCHENECTADY – Gloria Alberta Teabout McLean- Perryman, 94, went to be with our Lord on Thursday, May 7, 2020 at the Barnwell Nursing Service after a valiant battle with Covid-19. Gloria was born in Amsterdam, a daughter of the late Douglas and Margaret (Ellis) Teabout. She was a graduate of Wilbur Lynch High School attended Spenser Business Institute and Hudson...

Carmela Iorio Pidgeon

Carmela Iorio Pidgeon

May 5, 2020

ROTTERDAM – Carmela Iorio Pidgeon, 97, entered into the arms of The Lord on May 5, 2020 at Ellis Hospital. Carmela was born in Pietramelara, Province of Caserta, Italy, a daughter of the late Peter and Maria Natale Iorio. She immigrated to America with her family at the age of 6 and was educated in Schenectady Schools. She worked for...

Mia Jo Dobbs

Mia Jo Dobbs

Apr 26, 2020

ROTTERDAM - Mia Jo Dobbs, 20, was peacefully called from this earthly life, to live eternally with her Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ on Sunday, April 26, 2020 at Ellis Hospital. Mia, aka “Mimi, Princess, Punk, Face and her “favorite” Booger, Mia was born in Albany Medical Center on July 13, 1999, a precious daughter of Malcolm A. Dobbs and...

Edith M. Desarbo

Edith M. Desarbo

Apr 24, 2020

SCHENECTADY – Edith M. DeSarbo, 95, entered peacefully into eternal rest at Ellis Hospital on April 24, 2020. Edith was born in Schenectady the daughter of the late Salvatore and Jennie Barresi Trifilo. She graduated from Nott Terrace High School, class of 1942 and worked as a secretary for Bache & Company in Schenectady. Edith was a faithful communicant of...

Nancy A. Czub Lapointe

Nancy A. Czub Lapointe

Apr 24, 2020

GLENVILLE – Nancy A. Czub LaPointe, 83, entered into eternal rest on April 24, 2020 at Ellis Hospital. Nancy was born in Schenectady the daughter of the late Joseph Czub and Helen Burlinski Czub Miller. She was a 1956 graduate of Nott Terrace High School. She was a vibrant spirited woman who cherished her family and took enormous pride in...

Nicholas S. Iovinella

Nicholas S. Iovinella

Apr 23, 2020

SCHENECTADY – Nicholas S. Iovinella, 85, passed peacefully at home on April 23, 2020. Nick was born in Schenectady, a son of the late Vincent and Sarah Scott Iovinella. He graduated from Mount Pleasant High School, class of 1953 and honorably served in the US Army during the Korean War. Nick founded and operated Superior Rug Cleaning; before working for...

Richard R. 'Dick' Marx

Richard R. 'Dick' Marx

Apr 23, 2020

SCHENECTADY – Richard R. ‘Dick’ Marx, 87, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2020 at home. Dick was born at Ellis Hospital on December 1, 1932. He was the son of the late Raymond and Anna (Loudis) Marx. Dick was a graduate of Draper High (1951), a General Electric Drafting course (1952), and received his college degree from Siena College...

Elena 'Helen' Scripa Collins

Elena 'Helen' Scripa Collins

Apr 20, 2020

SCHENECTADY – Elena ‘Helen’ Scripa Collins, 92, died on Monday from complications of congestive heart failure. Due to the current restrictions, Elena’s services will be announced at a later date.

Elena (Helen) Collins

Elena (Helen) Collins

Apr 20, 2020

Elena (Helen) Collins Schenectady – Elena (Helen) Collins passed away on Monday, April 20th, 2020 at home with her devoted children by her side. A lifetime resident of Schenectady, Elena was born on September 20, 1929.She is predeceased by her loving husband John M. Collins Sr., parents Louis Sr. and Mary Scripa, sisters Angelina Scripa and Eleanor Coons, and brothers...

Steven J. Scarchilli

Steven J. Scarchilli

Apr 18, 2020

ALBANY- Steven J. Scarchilli, 67, peacefully entered into eternal life from Covid-19 on April 18,2020 at St. Peter’s Hospital. Steve was born in Troy, NY, on July 29, 1952, the son of the late Anthony J. and Elizabeth A. Scarchilli. He graduated from Keveny Memorial High School, Cohoes, NY before starting a career with Bausch and Lomb. He was hardworking...

Sharon L. Faraone

Sharon L. Faraone

Apr 13, 2020

ROTTERDAM – Sharon L. Faraone, 74, was united for eternity with her Lord and her beloved husband Mike on Monday, April 13, 2020. Sharon was born in Schenectady on August 3, 1945. She was a 1963 graduate of Linton High School and was employed by the NYS Department of Health. She was a genuine woman who truly sparkled and shined....

Gertrude A. Silaika Moraski

Gertrude A. Silaika Moraski

Apr 3, 2020

ROTTERDAM - Gertrude A. Silaika Moraski, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2020. Gertrude was born on March 25, 1932 in Schenectady to Anthony and Gertrude Flouton Silaika. A graduate of Nott Terrace High School, she was employed for many years at the Navy Depot. “ Whoosie” her family nickname was married to William Moraski, now deceased for over 30...

Thomas C. Bublak

Thomas C. Bublak

Apr 2, 2020

SCHENECTADY – Thomas C. Bublak, 68, passed away on April 2, 2020 at Ellis Hospital. Tom was born in Ballston Spa, and graduated from Linton High School. He honorably served as an MP in the US Army during the Vietnam War. Tom was a skilled carpenter/craftsman and worked for Amedore Builders. He loved his family and enjoyed Nascar. He was...

Elena Gabriele Domanico

Elena Gabriele Domanico

Mar 29, 2020

ROTTERDAM – Elena Gabriele Domanico, 92, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, March 29, 2020 at Ellis Hospital. Elena was born on October 12, 1927 the daughter of the late Theodore and Francesca Gabriele. She grew up in the Bellevue neighborhood, attended Van Corlaer School and Mount Pleasant High School. Elena met her future husband John while working as a...