Obituaries
William H. Anthony Jr.
Sep 22, 2024
SCHENECTADY - William H. "Willy" Anthony, Jr., 81, of Schenectady, entered eternal peace on September 22, 2024, in Albany, NY. Born on November 8, 1942, in Schenectady, Willy was raised in his beloved hometown, where he graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in 1960. Shortly after, Willy served his country with honor in the U.S. Navy from 1961 to 1963...
Claudia Barrett Jenkinson
Sep 14, 2024
GLENVILLE - Claudia B. Jenkinson, 88, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Saratoga Hospital. Born in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Frank and Helen Nadler Barrett. Claudia graduated from Nott Terrace High School and dedicated her professional career as a wage reporting supervisor with the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance in...
Antonio Sparano
Sep 3, 2024
Caserta, Italy-Dr. Antonio Sparano, 58, passed away on September 3, 2024 in Caserta, Italy surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife, Stefania Dell’Aquila; daughters, Francesca and Alessia Sparano; and siblings, Paolo Francesco Sparano and Angela Tebano. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, September 28 at 10 AM at St. Madeleine Sophie Church, 3500 Carman...
Donna Bielawski Riccitello
Aug 23, 2024
GLENVILLE - Donna Riccitello, 78 , beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and esteemed professional, passed away peacefully at her home with her husband and daughter n law by her side on Friday, August 23, 2024.Donna's final moments were filled with love and comfort. Donna was born in Niskayuna on November 5, 1945. She was the daughter of Wadsworth and Catherine...
Florindo Simone Sr.
Aug 23, 2024
REXFORD – Florindo Simone, Sr., 95, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, August 23, 2024, with his devoted family at his side, leaving a legacy of love, dedication and craftsmanship. Florindo was born and raised in Massa, di Faicchio, province of Benevento, Campania, Italy, the son of Anthony and Gelsomina (Frese) Simone. Florindo served in the Italian Army during...
Dorinda 'Dee' Hamm
Jul 31, 2024
SCHENECTADY – Dorinda J. “Dee” Hamm, 79, a longtime resident of Goose Hill, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, with her beloved partner at her side. Dee faced a four-year battle with breast cancer with remarkable courage and grace. Born in Hudson on March 11, 1945 to the late Harry B. and Marcia...
Giuseppe Di Legge
Jul 19, 2024
SCHENECTADY - Giuseppe Di Legge, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and master mason, passed away peacefully at the age of 90, on July 19, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. Born and educated in Fontechiari, province of Frosinone, Italy, Joe honorably served as a Municipale Consigliere (Town Councilman) in Fontechiari and with the Fanteria Regiment in the Italian...
Sharon E. Wilson Fazio (Putrock)
Jul 9, 2024
CLIFTON PARK - Sharon E. Fazio, 77, entered peacefully into the Arms of the Lord on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at St. Peter’s Hospice, after a year’s long battle with cancer, with her loving husband Joe by her side. Sharon was born in Schenectady, the daughter of the late James and Marjorie Fountain Wilson. She was a 1965 Notre Dame...
Virginia H. Catalfamo
Jul 5, 2024
COLONIE – Virginia H. Catalfamo, 96, passed away on Friday, July 5, 2024. Virginia was born and educated in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Fred and Angelina Diana Morrell. She was a 1945 graduate of the former Nott Terrace High School and worked as a nurse in area hospitals for over 30 years. Virginia was an avid fan of...
Anna P. Goska
Jun 28, 2024
Anna P Goska, 86 passed away peacefully into the embrace of the Lord on Friday, June 28, 2024, at home, surrounded by the love of her daughters at her bedside. Anna was born in Schenectady, NY and attended Nott Terrace High School and graduated from Venerini Academy in 1955 in Worcester Mass. She started her career working for New York...
Katherine Marie Bianchi (Detrick)
Jun 26, 2024
Katherine Marie Bianchi (Detrick) NISKAYUNA - It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Kathy on June 26, 2024. She was born, raised, and educated in Niskayuna, NY. She attended Niskayuna High School, and always looked forward to her high school reunions. She obtained a B.Sc. Degree at the College of St. Rose, and then...
Jose Madathil Samuel
Jun 22, 2024
Jose Samuel, age 61, of Kerala, India, passed away on Saturday, June 22nd surrounded by loved ones. Jose Madathil was born on April 23rd, 1963 in Kerala, India to Madathil Samuel and Podiyamma Samuel. He grew up in Murinjakal and graduated from Government High School in 1979. In 1997, Jose married his wife, Suja and they went on to have...
Ann R. Salamone Stella
Jun 17, 2024
SCHENECTADY – Ann R. Stella, 94, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 17, 2024, with her devoted son at her side. Ann was born in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Michael and Rose Martarano Salamone. She was a 1947 graduate of the former Nott Terrace High School and was employed at the General Electric for many years,...
Lorraine F. Casey Zotta
Jun 17, 2024
SCHENECTADY – Lorraine F. Zotta, 92, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Monday, June 17, 2024, at Ellis Hospital after living a faith-filled full life. Lorraine was born and educated in Schenectady, the daughter of the late William and Audrey Scott Casey. She was a 1949 graduate of the former Mt. Pleasant High School. Lorraine spent her younger years, raising...
Louise M. Demasi Percenti
Jun 13, 2024
SCHENECTADY – Louise M. DeMasi Percenti, 99, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, June 13, 2024. Louise was born and educated in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Stephen and Pauline Wirth DeMasi. She was a 1943 graduate of the former Nott Terrace High School, where she enthusiastically participated as a cheerleader. Louise worked as an Account Clerk in...
Anthony J. Landolfo
Jun 4, 2024
ROTTERDAM - Anthony J. Landolfo, 57, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at home, after being stricken. Tony was born in Schenectady, the son of the late Ralph F. Landolfo and Charlotte Perretta Landolfo. He was a graduate of Linton High School and worked for Clune Electric for many years. Tony was a dedicated member of the Pattersonville Volunteer...
Donna Kim Dicocco
Jun 2, 2024
SCHENECTADY – Donna Kim Allen DiCocco, 63, entered into eternal peace on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at home surrounded with the support, love, and warmth of her loved ones. Donna was born in Schenectady, on September 16, 1960, the daughter of Marlene Edna (Thomas) Allen and the late Richard Dick Allen. Donna was a truly generous and compassionate woman; she...
Joseph D. Long Jr.
Jun 2, 2024
GUILDERLAND – Joseph D. Long, Jr. 60, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at Ellis Hospital, after a courageous 2 year battle with cancer. Joe was born in Troy, the son of Patricia A. Arndt Long and the late Joseph D. Long, Sr. who he shared his birthday with. Joe was a graduate of Colonie Central High School –...
John W. "Johnny" Weidman Jr.
May 30, 2024
SCHENECTADY – John William Weidman, Jr., 54, passed away peacefully with his wife Cynthia at his side on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at Ellis Hospital. Johnny was born in Schenectady on September 19, 1969, the son of John W. Weidman, Sr. and the late Charlotte Frederico Weidman. He was a graduate of Draper High School and worked for Schenectady Steel,...
Priscilla L. Oakley
May 24, 2024
SCHENECTADY – Priscilla L. Oakley, 81, beloved, wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 24, 2024, with her loving husband at her side. Priscilla was born in Grand Gorge, NY, the daughter of the late Clinton and Madeline Helljas Stone. She was educated in Stanford, NY. Priscilla moved to Schenectady in 1968 and began a long...


