Obituaries
Janet M. Craig Johnson
Oct 22, 2017
SCHENECTADY – Janet M. Craig Johnson, 75, passed into eternal rest on Sunday, October 22, 2017 at Focus Rehabilitation in Utica, with her loving sister Suzi at her side. Janet was born in Albany on November 8, 1941 a daughter of the late Thomas Craig and Helen (Stevens) Ippoliti. Janet attended Hudson Valley Community College and was the first woman...
Garry F. Cognetti
Oct 18, 2017
SCHENECTADY – Garry F. Cognetti, 67, passed away at Ellis Hospital on October 18, 2017 as the result of a pedestrian/automobile accident. Garry was born in Niskayuna on May 2, 1950 a son of the late Fred and Elizabeth (Rocissano) Cognetti. He was a kind and generous man. Garry was an avid fan of muscle cars. He was predeceased by...
Cecelia K Bianchi
Oct 12, 2017
SCHENECTADY – Cecelia K. Bianchi, 93, entered into eternal peace on Thursday, October 12, 2017. Cecelia was born in Elizabeth, PA on August 15, 1924 a daughter of the late Vincent and Wladyslawa Kwiatkowski. Cecelia graduated from Draper High School in 1942. She began working during WWII at Mica Co and later as a secretary for Lou Golub, before retiring...
Dierdre Mcgrath
Oct 7, 2017
Chattanooga, TN - Dierdre McGrath, a loving and devoted wife, mother, daughter, and sister passed away Saturday, October 7, 2017. Dierdre proceeds her late father Robert Smith, parents Valerie and Charles Campbell, her husband of 30 years, John C. McGrath, her son, John M. McGrath, and daughter, Megan B. McGrath, her siblings Deanna S. Smith, Bonnie Williams, Kelly Hayes, Cassandera...
Patricia A. Duquette
Oct 2, 2017
CLIFTON PARK – Patricia A. Duquette, 70, entered into eternal peace on Monday, October 2, 2017 at her residence. Pat was born and raised in Schenectady a daughter of Vivian Messier Eagan and the late James Eagan. She attended Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT and worked as a flight attendant for American Airlines. Pat later worked in Clifton Park...
Elaine "E" Iovinelli
Sep 13, 2017
SCHENECTADY – Elaine T. "E" Iovinelli, 73, entered peacefully into eternal rest after a sudden illness on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at Ellis Hospital. "E", as so passionately know to all, was born in Garfield, NJ on July 18, 1944 a daughter of the late Edward and Mary (Kwarta) Chyla. She was a 1962 graduate of Linton High School. E...
Peter P. Boland
Sep 5, 2017
SCHENECTADY – Peter P. Boland, passed away from cancer on September 5, 2017 at home with his loving girlfriend Jean Franz for 20 years at his side. Pete was born March 18, 1956 and raised in Guilderland a son of Joseph Boland and Virginia Horan. He worked over 40 years for NYS, retiring August 26, 2016. Pete is survived by...
Nathan D. Reo
Sep 5, 2017
MALTA- Nathan D. Reo, 40, peacefully entered into eternal life on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at Saratoga Hospital. Nate was born in Troy on January 15, 1977, a son of Daniel and Elizabeth "Betty Ann" (Scarchilli) Reo. He attended Lansingburgh High School before starting his own landscaping business. Nate was hardworking and independent. He had great mechanical aptitude and was...
Bennie Izzo
Sep 4, 2017
SCHENECTADY- Bennie Izzo, 51, entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 4, 2017 at Ellis Hospital after being stricken, surrounded by his loving family. Bennie was born in Schenectady and attended Mt Pleasant High School. He was a self employed roofer and the owner of Izzo's Roofing. He was a communicant of St. Luke's. He is survived by his loving...
Vivian F. Consalvo
Aug 2, 2017
SCHENECTADY – Vivian F. Consalvo, 101, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at home, surrounded by her loving family. Vivian was born in Schenectady on October 27, 1915, a daughter of the late Angelo and Maria (Dente) Consalvo. She graduated from Nott Terrace High School, Class of 1933; she graduated from the College of St Rose...
Pasquale A. Caschera
Aug 2, 2017
SCHENECTADY – Pat Caschera, 74, of Gerling Street, died early Wednesday morning after being stricken. Pat was born in Schenectady on September 22, 1942 a son of the late Pasquale and Julia Zampella Caschera. He was a member of the first graduating class of Linton High School. He joined the Military service, being stationed in Germany and later serving in...
Lois J. Lloyd
Jul 29, 2017
SCHOHARIE – Lois J. Lloyd, 71, passed away on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at Ellis Hospital, after a brief illness, surrounded by her children. Lois was born in Argusville, NY, on May 27, 1946 a daughter of Evelyn (Eckerson) Hatalsky and the late Michael Hatalsky. She graduated from Sharon Springs High School and worked as a waitress at Borealis Restaurant...
Dawn C. Gallagher
Jul 26, 2017
SCHENECTADY – Dawn C. Gallagher, 49, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at Ellis Hospital with her loving family at her side. Dawn was born in Somerville, MA, a daughter of Lorraine G. (Yore) Wilson and the late John Dussault. She was a 1985 graduate of Ayer High School and pursued a career in health care....
Margaret L. Paniccia
Jul 20, 2017
ROTTERDAM – Margaret L. Paniccia, 94, formerly of Elliott Avenue, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at St. Peter's Hospital. Margaret was born in Schenectady on July 10, 1923 a daughter of the late Carmen and Jenny (Audi) DiVirgilio. She was a 1941 graduate of Mt Pleasant High School. Margaret volunteered as a Red Cross nurse during WWII....
Robert J. Lapointe
Jul 19, 2017
GLENVILLE – Robert J. LaPointe, 56, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning embraced with the love and prayers of his family. Bob was born in Schenectady a son of Nancy Czub LaPointe and the late John C. LaPointe, Sr. He was raised in Glenville and graduated from Niskayuna High School, class of 1979. He was a sports enthusiast; NY Yankee's,...
Angelina F. Brunetti
Jul 17, 2017
SEVERNA PARK, MD – Angelina F. Brunetti, 82, entered into eternal rest on Monday, July 17, 2017 at her residence. Angelina was born in Schenectady on March 22, 1935, daughter of the late James and Antoinette Costello. She worked many years as a fine jewelry assistant manager at Macy's in Colonie Center. Angelina was an excellent seamstress, often helping to...
Manuel A. Rodriguez
Jul 12, 2017
Schenectady – Manuel Rodriguez, 67, passed away on Monday, July 12, 2017 after fighting a long and hard illness. Manny worked in all praises of construction and was a master locksmith. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother and devoted friend. Services will be held at 2 pm on Sunday at the Rossi & Ditoro Funeral Home, 501 Union St....
Thomas H. Tierney Iii
Jul 3, 2017
ROTTERDAM – Thomas H. Tierney, III., 88, passed away on Monday, July 3, 2017 after a brief illness. Tom was born in Schenectady on July 31, 1928 a son of the late Thomas and Ascunsion Mecada Tierney, Jr. He was a 1946 graduate of Mt. Pleasant and began work at ALCO. Tom honorably served in the US Army during the...
Americo Ruzza
Jun 23, 2017
ROTTERDAM - Americo Ruzza, 57, entered peacefully into eternal rest at home on Friday, surrounded by his loving mother and family. Americo was born on April 6, 1960 a son of Maria DiPalma Ruzza and the late Antonio Ruzza. He as a graduate of Draper and Bryant and Stratton College. He worked as a long haul truck driver and later...
Junita "Nicki" Cornick
Jun 7, 2017
BAYTOWN, TX – Junita F. Cornick, 92, passed away peacefully on Wednesday. Nicki was born in Idalia, CO, on October 2, 1924, a daughter of the late Andrew and Hazel Lightle. She honorably served her country during WWII as a surgical tech with the US Army WAC's. Nicki worked as a nurse for many years at St. Clare's Hospital, and...


