Obituaries

Ann M. Riccio

Ann M. Riccio

Sep 19, 2013

GLENVILLE – Ann M. Riccio, 87, passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2013, she is now reunited in heaven with her loving son Michael. Ann was born in Schenectady, on August 14, 1926 the daughter of the late Louis and Elizabeth Madelone Bunk. Ann was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School. She worked as a glove maker for the...

Angelina Farone Sanchirico

Angelina Farone Sanchirico

Sep 13, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Angelina Farone Sanchirico, 103, formerly of Lenox Road, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday night, surrounded by her loving family. Angelina was born on February 12, 1910, in Schenectady, a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Ann Aceto Farone. She attended the former Schenectady High School and for a period of time, Angelina worked at the...

Michael J. Dean

Michael J. Dean

Aug 9, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Michael J. Dean, 28, died on Friday at Ellis Hospital, with his loving mother at his side, after suffering many years with kidney disease. Michael was born in Salem, Oregon, the son of Charles W. Dean and Connie Dean Cannizzaro. Michael was a natural artist, he loved photography and drawing. He liked to travel to the west coast...

Susan Deangelis Morrette

Susan Deangelis Morrette

Aug 9, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Susan DeAngelis Morrette died peacefully at her 11 North Jay Street home on Friday, August 9th, surrounded by her family. Sue was born in Schenectady on August 15, 1913, passing away six days before her 100th birthday. She was the daughter of Vincenzo and Maria Pedone DeAngelis. She was predeceased by her husband, of 57 years, Anthony Morrette,...

Frank A. Varriale

Frank A. Varriale

Aug 6, 2013

LAKE LUZERNE - Frank A. Varriale, 64, passed away on Tuesday at his residence, after an intensive battle with cancer. He now rests in eternal peace. Frank was born in Schenectady on April 5, 1949 a son of the late Albert and Ruth Painter Varriale. He was a 1966 graduate of Linton High School and honorably served his country in...

Frances Mahoney Bianchi

Frances Mahoney Bianchi

Aug 6, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Frances Mahoney Bianchi, 78, passed away peacefully at her daughter's home on Tuesday, after a long illness. Known as Frannie and Francie, she was born in Hornell, NY on September 17, 1934 a daughter of the late Emmett and Bertha Potts Mahoney. She worked at the American Locomotive Company from 1952 to 1970. After many years of being...

Richard J. Farry

Richard J. Farry

Jul 4, 2013

ROTTERDAM – Richard J. Farry, 66, died on Thursday the 4th of July at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, with his loving wife and children at his bedside. His earthly journey has ended and he is now enjoying his eternal reward. Rich was born in Schenectady on October 21, 1946, a son of the late Robert "Bucky" and Albina...

Ferdinand J. 'Fred' Venditti, Sr.

Ferdinand J. 'Fred' Venditti, Sr.

Jun 30, 2013

GLENVILLE – Ferdinand Joseph Venditti, Sr., 89, formerly of McDonald Ave, died Sunday morning after a short illness, at home surrounded by his loving family. Fred was born in Schenectady, the son of the late Luciano and Pasqua Benequista Venditti. He left the former Nott Terrace High School early to serve his country in Patton's 3rd Army in the Battle...

Janice Marie Iovinelli Gayowski

Janice Marie Iovinelli Gayowski

Jun 30, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Janice M. Gayowski, 56, went peacefully home to the Lord on Sunday at Ellis Hospital. Janice was born in Schenectady on August 6, 1956, the daughter of the late Salvatore 'Sammy' and Carmella Rosamino Iovinelli. She was a 1973 graduate of Linton High School and attended Europa Beauty School. She was a licensed beautician, locally and in New...

Giovanna D'Elia Augello

Giovanna D'Elia Augello

Jun 20, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Giovanna D'Elia Augello, 56, entered lovingly into the arms of the Lord on Thursday evening at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by her adoring family. Giovanna was born April 5, 1957 in San Rufo, province of Salerno, Italy a daughter of the late Michael and Marianna Somma D'Elia. She attended Castagneto School in Italy. At age 14 her family immigrated...

Barbara J. Tremante

Barbara J. Tremante

Jun 19, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Barbara Garcia Tremante, 79, of North Jay Street, entered into eternal peace on Wednesday at Ellis Hospital, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She is now reunited with her beloved husband Silvio and devoted son Patsy. Barbara was born in Schenectady, a daughter of the late Joseph Garcia and Mary "Mimi" DeAngelis Grzelecki. She was a...

Robert Bob Siatkowski

Robert Bob Siatkowski

Jun 17, 2013

GLENVILLE – Robert F. "Bob" Siatkowski, 82, died unexpectedly on Monday at Ellis Hospital. Bob was born in Rotterdam, a son of the late Frank and Eva Miller Siatkowski. He was a 1949 graduate of Draper High School. He worked for the New York Central Railroad, AC Body Works in Rotterdam and for over 20 years at Van Curler Motors,...

David A. Saburro

David A. Saburro

Jun 16, 2013

ALBANY –David A. Saburro, 61, entered into eternal rest on Sunday at his residence. David was born in Schenectady, the son of Fred Saburro and the late Jeannine Carmine Saburro. He was a 1969 graduate of Linton High School and attended Hudson Valley Community College and worked at the Teresian House and Union College. He was a loving and caring...

Patsy Tremante

Patsy Tremante

Jun 13, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Patsy Tremante, Sr. 58, now rests eternally with his Heavenly Father and beloved father Silvio. Patsy died Thursday, June 13, 2013 at Ellis Hospital surrounded by his loving family and friends after being stricken on June 5, 2013. Patsy was born in Schenectady, on December 9, 1954, an only son of Barbara Garcia Tremante and the late Silvio...

Professor William W. 'Bill' Thomas

Professor William W. 'Bill' Thomas

Jun 11, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Professor William W. "Bill" Thomas, 72, died at home on Tuesday, June 11, 2013. The College mourns the loss of William "Bill" Thomas, professor emeritus of French who for three decades dedicated himself to worrying over the many details of international study and accumulating lifelong friends who were transformed by a term abroad. He died at his home...

Madeline R. Gatti

Madeline R. Gatti

Jun 7, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Madeline R. Gatti, died peacefully on Friday, June 7, after a lengthy illness. The daughter of the late Vincenzo (Vincent) Ruggiero and Petronilla (Nellie) Vasta Ruggiero, Madeline graduated from the former Nott Terrace High School and Mildred Elley Business School. She was employed by the Prudential Insurance Co. for 33 years. When she retired in 1979, she married...

Mary E. "Marie" Villano

Mary E. "Marie" Villano

Jun 1, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Mary E. "Marie" Villano, 87, peacefully entered into the arms of the Lord on Saturday at Ellis Hospital. Marie was born in Schenectady, a daughter of the late Pasquale and Florence Lane Villano. She was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School, class of 1945. Marie worked as an accounting clerk for the Research Foundation of SUNY in...

Donald R. Kranick

Donald R. Kranick

May 20, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Donald R. Kranick, 69, passed away on Monday at Ellis Hospital after a short illness. Donald was born and educated in Schenectady. He was a tradesman in construction and painting fields. He was predeceased by his parents and his brother George Kranick. Don was loved very much by his family, he is survived by his beloved wife, Darla...

Theresa Ann Palkovic

Theresa Ann Palkovic

May 20, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Theresa Ann Palkovic, 64, entered into eternal rest on Monday, at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by her adoring family. Theresa was born in Amsterdam on December 15, 1948 a daughter of the late John Palkovic and Geneveive Babrowicz. She attended Schenectady schools and continued her education at Spencer Business Institute. For 23 years, Theresa worked devoutly for the YWCA...

Alfred J. Lombardi

Alfred J. Lombardi

Apr 22, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Alfred J. Lombardi, 95, entered into the Arms of the Lord on Monday at Ingersoll Place, surrounded by his loving family. Al was born in Schenectady a son of the late Francesco and Maria Caldara Lombardi. He was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School and enlisted in the United States Army. He honorably served his Country as...