Obituaries
Roger J. Lapointe
Apr 12, 2018
GLENVILLE – Roger J. LaPointe, 58, entered peacefully into eternal life on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at Albany Medical Center, after complications of Muscular Dystrophy. Roger was born in Niskayuna on September 1, 1959, a son of Nancy Czub LaPointe and the late John C. LaPointe, Sr. He graduated from Niskayuna High School and served in the US Air Force....
Raymond J. Zyskowski, Sr.
Apr 9, 2018
ROTTERDAM – Raymond J. Zyskowski, Sr., 90, went home to the Lord on Monday, April 9, 2018 at Ellis Hospital after a short illness. Ray was born in Rotterdam, a son of the late Peter and Katherine Grezegorzewski Zyskowski, Sr. He honorably served in the Army Air Force from 1946-1949. Upon discharge from the service, Ray attended Veterans Vocational School,...
Cynthia "Cindi" Finnegan
Apr 2, 2018
SCHENECTADY – Cynthia A. Finnegan, 62, passed away on Monday, April 2, 2018 at Ellis Hospital after a lengthy illness. Cindi was born in Utica on July 20, 1955 a daughter of Jean Brown Brennan and the late Thomas Brennan. She worked in the dental field for over 34 years. Cindi was a sweet, kindhearted woman who loved animals. Cindi...
Eleanor M. Caruso
Apr 2, 2018
SCHENECTADY – Eleanor M. Caruso, 94, entered into eternal peace on Monday, April 2, 2018 at Ellis Hospital, after a brief illness. Eleanor was born in Schenectady, one of 15 children to the late Louis and Angela Rose (Morrell) Pirro. She was a Nott Terrace High School graduate and worked during the WWII war effort at the General Electric Co....
Dariann Teresa Pijanowski
Mar 27, 2018
SCHENECTADY – DariAnn Teresa Pijanowski, 62, entered peacefully into eternal peace on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. DariAnn was born in Baltimore, MD on May 7, 1955, a daughter of the late Dr. Walter Joseph and Mary Concetta (Salibeni) Pijanowski. She graduated from Haverling High School; received her Bachelor of Science degree from...
Robert A. "Bob" Papa
Mar 16, 2018
GLENVILLE – Robert Papa, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord surrounded by his loving wife of 52 joyful years Jocelyne and their loving son Marc André Papa. Robert known to many as Bob, graduated from Burnt Hills- Ballston Lake High School and Hartwick College with a bachelor's degree in business. He was a partner with his brother Dominick...
Mary Lou "Laporta" Tower
Mar 15, 2018
ROTTERDAM -Mary Lou (LaPorta) Tower entered into eternal rest on Thursday morning, March 15, at Ellis Hospital after a brief hospitalization, surrounded by her family and friends. Mary Lou was born in Schenectady of the late Pasquale "Patsy" and Filomena (Masucci) LaPorta. She graduated from Linton High School and Spencer Business School and worked at various places including the Kirby...
Mildred C. "Millie" Caracciolo
Mar 13, 2018
SCHENECTADY – Mildred C. "Millie" Caracciolo, 91, entered peacefully into eternal life on Tuesday, March 13, 2018. Millie was born on February 22, 1927, a daughter of the late Joseph and Lucy (Fusco) Patriarco. She attended St. Joseph's School. At an early age, with her unwavering wisdom and compassion, Mille helped in the care of her nieces and nephews. Millie...
R. Anthony Nocera
Mar 12, 2018
CLIFTON PARK – R. Anthony Nocera, 55, passed away on Monday, March 12, 2018 at Albany Medical Center after a brief illness. Anthony was born on January 10, 1963 a son of Ralph A. and Barbara (Pucci) Nocera. He was a 1981 graduate of ND-BG; attended Wagner College, on Staten Island and earned his BA from Russell Sage College. He...
Josephine Vitelli Riccio
Feb 15, 2018
SCHENECTADY - Josephine R. Vitelli Riccio, 93, of Seneca Street, entered into eternal life on Thursday, February 15, 2018 after a brief illness. Jo was born on April 27, 1924 in Schenectady the daughter of the late Rocco and Jennie (LaPorta) Vitelli. Jo was a January graduate of Nott Terrace High School, class of 1942, and began her long tenure...
Soynette S. Somerville
Feb 12, 2018
Soynette Sharlese Somerville (Utley) of Schenectady, New York entered into eternal rest on Monday February 12, 2018 at the age of 49. Soynette was born in Schenectady, New York on June 19, 1968. She was the first born to Charles and Cassandra Utley (Griffin). She graduated from Linton High School in 1986. Soynette was blessed to have met the love...
John Vincent Frese
Feb 10, 2018
CLIFTON PARK – John V. Frese, 94, entered into eternal life on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. John was born in Castel Campagnano, province of Benevento, Italy on February 22, 1923 a son of the late Angelo and Mary (Mazzaro) Frese. He was a 1941 graduate of Mont Pleasant High School and honorably...
Patricia Ann Dunn
Feb 9, 2018
GALWAY – Patricia Ann Dunn, 57, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 9, 2018, at home surrounded by her loving family after a short illness. Patty was born in New Brunswick, NJ, a daughter of the late Edgar and Martha (Mahon) Dunn. She loved music, her family, friends and all God's creatures great and small. Patty was predeceased by her...
Evan M. Hoy
Feb 6, 2018
COLONIE – Evan M. Hoy, 20, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, February 6, 2018. Evan was born in Schenectady on December 8, 1997, a son of Matthew R. Hoy and Suzanne M. (Kowalczyk) Hoy. He was raised and educated in Scotia. His passion for cooking led him to becoming a Chief de Partie at local restaurants and most...
Antoinette A. Carboni
Feb 4, 2018
NISKAYUNA - Antoinette A. Carboni, 96, entered into eternal life on Sunday, February 4, 2018. Antoinette was born in Schenectady a daughter of the late Angelo and Rose Gabriel Carboni. She was educated in Schenectady schools and a 1939 graduate of Schenectady Vocational High School. As a pioneer for women in her family and the workforce, Antoinette held various executive...
Brian S. Aunchman
Feb 2, 2018
ROTTERDAM – Brian S. Aunchman, 47, a man of great humility, respect and integrity, entered into eternal life at his residence on Friday, February 2, 2018, a day after being diagnosed with the Influenza B Virus. Brian was born on May 5, 1970, in Schenectady a son of the late Marvin and Dorothy (Roy) Aunchman. After a fun and loving...
Florence Kathrine Lippiello
Jan 29, 2018
NISKAYUNA – Florence Kathrine Lippiello, 101, entered into eternal peace on Monday, January 29, 2019 at Kingsway Arms. Florence was born on April 29, 1916, a daughter of the late Walter and Mary Ann Sherman Youngs. She was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School and worked locally for the Federal Bakery, Bigelow Carpet Mills and Mohawk Carpet Mills. In...
Carmella A. Coppola
Jan 20, 2018
SCHENECTADY – Carmella Coppola, 94, a lifelong servant of God, entered into eternal peace at home on Saturday, January 20, 2018, surrounded by her loving family. Carm was born on October 8, 1923, a daughter of the late Pasquale and Appolonia LaVecchia Coppola. She was a 1943 graduate of Nott Terrace High School and supported the efforts of the family...
Cesare A Bucci
Jan 16, 2018
SCOTIA- Cesare A. Bucci, 93, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 after a long battle with Alzheimer Disease. Cesare was born in1924 in Schenectady, son of the late Joseph and Antoinette Castelli Bucci. He was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School and he graduated from Union College in 1951 with a degree in Electrical Engineering....
Robert D. Barron
Jan 15, 2018
SCHENECTADY - Robert D. Barron, our beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, died Jan. 15 in Schenectady, NY, at age 92. Robert (Bob) was born in Friedens, Somerset County, PA, December 4, 1925. After high school he joined the Navy and served as an Aerographer's Mate in the Pacific Theater during WWII. He subsequently graduated from Penn State University with a...


