Obituaries

Sandra Jean Dithomas

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Sabrina E. Berko

Sabrina E. Berko

Sep 29, 2019

SCHENECTADY – Sabrina E. Berko, 34, passed away suddenly at home on September 29, 2019. Sabrina was born and educated in Schenectady. She was a devoted homemaker and mom. She is survived by her husband, Stephen Berko, children, Dylon White, Eric White, Stephen (Kofi) Berko and Ashanti Berko; mother and step-father Arleen Matay and Joseph Bleau; father, Michael and JoAnn...

Lillian M. Parson

Lillian M. Parson

Sep 25, 2019

SCHENECTADY – Lillian M. Parson, 76, passed away peacefully at Ellis Hospital on September 25, 2019. Lillian was born on April 29, 1943 in Plattsburgh, NY, the daughter of Henry and Elizabeth (Collins) Roberts. She worked as a Home Health Aid and took pride in those she cared so lovingly for. Lillian was a very giving and generous woman who...

William R. "Bill" Evers

William R. "Bill" Evers

Sep 25, 2019

SCHENECTADY – William “Bill” Evers, 74, passed away at Ellis Hospital on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Odell, NE, Bill was raised and educated in Algona, IA the son of the late Elmer and Ellen Johnson Evers. Bill began his service to his Country, enlisting in the US Navy in 1965, specializing in nuclear...

Jessica Lee Greenwood

Jessica Lee Greenwood

Sep 14, 2019

SCHENECTADY – Jessica Lee Greenwood, 38, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday at home. Jessica was born in Syracuse, a daughter of Joan Maier and David Serson. She was educated in Syracuse and located to Schenectady in 1999. With her kindness and helpful ways, and love of people, Jessica worked in retail. She was employed for Hanaford Markets and most recently...

Angelo Joseph Miano

Angelo Joseph Miano

Sep 8, 2019

SCHENECTADY - Angelo J. Miano, 86, passed away on September 8, 2019, surrounded by his loving children. Angelo was born on January 9, 1933 to the late Frank and Grace Miano. Angelo graduated from Nott Terrace High School in 1951 and then entered into the Army, serving in the Korean War as a Corporal. Angelo later worked for 33 years...

B. Elizabeth "Libby" Carmine

B. Elizabeth "Libby" Carmine

Sep 1, 2019

BATON ROUGE, LA - Birdie Elizabeth Carmine (Libby), 91, who resided at Southside Gardens, Baton Rouge Louisiana, was carried by angels to her eternal reward, on September 1, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond M. Carmine, in 1986 and by her daughter, Mona Raye Jones, in 2012. She is survived by her two daughters and one...

Gloria Jean Fusco

Gloria Jean Fusco

Sep 1, 2019

SCHENENCTADY – Gloria Jean Fusco, 84, entered into eternal peace on Sunday, September 1, 2019 at Ellis Hospital. Gloria was born on October 13, 1934 in Weirton, WV a daughter of the late Erenesto and Lena Ceroy. Gloria received her Bachelor’s Degree from Liberty State University and her Master’s Degree from the University of West Virginia. Gloria taught 1st grade...

Seth Lodge

Seth Lodge

Aug 24, 2019

SCHENECTADY – Seth T. Lodge, 40, died on Saturday, August 24, 2019. Seth was born in Schenectady on December 11, 1978 a son of Lennard and Shawne (Filkins) Lodge. He graduated from Gilboa –Conesville Central High School. He enjoyed cooking and was employed as a cook at Broadway Joe’s. Seth was a minimalist camper bringing the bare essentials and then...

Angela Dicarlo Capoccia

Angela Dicarlo Capoccia

Aug 15, 2019

Schenectady- Angela Capoccia, 88, died surrounded by her family on August 15, 2019. She was born in a family of 8 children on July 17, 1931 in the village of Fontechiari, Italy to AnnaMaria and Giovanni DiCarlo. She immigrated to America in 1948 to begin a new life. She moved to Schenectady New York where family had established. She quickly...

Roland J.F. Witmer

Roland J.F. Witmer

Aug 10, 2019

NISKAYUNA – Roland J.F. Witmer, 78, entered peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Saturday, August 10, 2019 at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Roland was born September 22, 1940 in Schenectady, a son of the late Roland J and Catherine Weast Witmer. He graduated from South Colonie High School in 1958, where he set the longstanding...