Obituaries

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...

Robert J. Tower, Jr.

Robert J. Tower, Jr.

Apr 14, 2013

ROTTERDAM – Robert J. Tower, Jr., 72, entered into eternal rest on Sunday morning at home after a brief illness, surrounded by his devoted wife and family. Bob was born in Staten Island, son of the late Robert J. and Rita (McCaffery) Tower. He graduated from Curtis High School, received a business and accounting degree from Albany Business College and...

Anthony 'Tony' Randazzo

Anthony 'Tony' Randazzo

Apr 13, 2013

GLENVILLE – Anthony S. Randazzo, 83, died peacefully at St. Peter's Hospice, on Saturday with his loving family at his side. Anthony was born in Schenectady, the son of the late Frank and Rose Guisto Randazzo. He was a 1947 graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. Anthony worked for the gas turbine department of the General Electric Company and retired...

Margaret Pirro Puccetti

Margaret Pirro Puccetti

Apr 10, 2013

SCHENECTADY – Margaret Puccetti, entered into eternal peace on Wednesday at her residence, she was 98 years old. Margaret was born in Schenectady on November 22, 1914 the daughter of Luigi and Angela Morrell Pirro. She attended vocational school and graduated as an LPN. She worked her entire career with Ellis Hospital, retiring in 1977 after many years of dedicated...

Mark W. "Sparky" Siatkowski

Mark W. "Sparky" Siatkowski

Mar 30, 2013

Hagaman – Mark William "Sparky" Siatkowski, 57, passed away peacefully on Saturday at his residence after a valiant battle with illness. Mark was born on November 12, 1955, the son of Robert Siatkowski and the late Mary "Nina" Badalucco Siatkowski. He graduated from Scotia-Glenville High School and received his ASS degree from Fulton Montgomery Community College. He was employed at...

Mary Giovanina Emmi Spezza

Mary Giovanina Emmi Spezza

Mar 28, 2013

Mary Giovanina Emmi Spezza entered into eternal peace March 28, 2013 on Holy Thursday at the age of 92. Mary was born on December 5, 1920 in Canastota, NY. She was the third child of ten. Her parents Joseph and Angela (Alibrandi) Emmi were from Linguaglossa and Castiglione, Sicily. She attended Phoenix High School and was unable to finish her...