Obituaries
Pamela S. Pedinotti
Nov 4, 2023
BONITA SPRINGS, FL – Pamela Spaulding Pedinotti, entered into eternal peace, after a long and courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, November 4, 2023, with her loving husband at her side. Pam was born in Schenectady the daughter of the late Gordon and Katherine Miner Spaulding. She graduated from Mohonasen High School and received her Associate's degree from Fisher College....
Bettymae Belli
Oct 31, 2023
ROTTERDAM – BettyMae Belli, 75, passed away at Ellis Hospital on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, with her loving family at her bedside. BettyMae was born in Scotia on June 9, 1948, the daughter of the late Frank and EllaMae Pangburn Hildreth. She graduated from Scotia-Glenville High School, class of 1967. She was a Certified Nursing Aide for over 30 years,...
Antoinette Durante
Oct 30, 2023
SCHENECTADY - In the early morning hours of Monday, October 30, in the comfort of her own home, Antoinette Durante transitioned peacefully from this earthly life with her beloved daughters by her side. Antoinette was born in Schenectady NY in 1926 and was a faithful communicant of St. Anthony’s Church. She graduated from the former Nott Terrace High School and...
James J. Schwind Jr.
Oct 30, 2023
ROTTERDAM - James Schwind, Jr. of Schenectady passed away on October 30th, 2023. Jim was born on January 30, 1938, to his late parents, James Sr. and Mary Schwind. He graduated from Philip Schuyler HS and received an AAS degree in Accounting from SCCC. Jim enjoyed baseball, softball, and bowling and traveling to destinations like Las Vegas, Florida, Martha’s Vineyards,...
Kathie Ellen Ference
Oct 29, 2023
NISKAYUNA - Kathie E. Ference died at peace surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, October 29, 2023. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Jacqueline R Hart
Oct 19, 2023
SCHENECTADY – Jacqueline Renee Laviolette Hart, 66, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2023, at home after struggling with cancer. Jacqueline was born in Schenectady on July 12, 1957, the daughter of the late Lawrence Laviolette and Eunice Rafferty Laviolette. She was educated in the Schenectady schools and attended the former Linton High School, class of 1975. She was a...
Roger W. Griffin
Oct 10, 2023
Niskayuna – Roger W. Griffin passed away peacefully on October 10, 2023, after a valiant fight with a rare and debilitating neurological disorder known as PSP (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy). Born April 18, 1941, Roger was the son of the late Francis E. Griffin and Holly (Sauter) Griffin. A lifelong resident of Niskayuna, he spent summers at the family camp on...
Linda Jane Devivo
Oct 8, 2023
GLENVILLE - Linda Jane DeVivo, age 75, passed away in the early morning hours of October 8, 2023, at Ellis Hospital. Born December 26, 1947, in Plattsburgh NY; Linda was the first of Betty Prime and Gerard McGee’s two daughters. Linda grew up in AuSable Chasm, NY, and spent her younger years in the Adirondacks. As a child, Linda explored...
A'Mon Isaiah Willis
Oct 7, 2023
ALBANY – A’Mon, Isaiah Willis, 14, passed away as a result of a tragic automobile accident on Saturday, October 7, 2023. A’Mon was born on January 2, 2009, the younger brother of 30 minutes to his twin A’Mir in Albany, and the son of Alphonso and Jessica Rivera Willis. He is currently a 9th-grade student at Albany High School. A’Mon...
Annemarie Maré
Sep 21, 2023
SCHENECTADY - AnneMarie Maré, 81, passed away peacefully after a brief illness at Ellis Hospital on Thursday, September 21, 2023. AnneMarie was born on December 29, 1941, in Schenectady, NY. She was the second of two children of Paul J. Sr. and Beatrice Lattanzio Landolfo. AnneMarie was a graduate of Linton High School, in Schenectady, NY, and was employed in...
Hildreth E. 'Gene' Simmons Jr.
Sep 12, 2023
MIDDLE GROVE – Hildreth E. ‘Gene’ Simmons, Jr., 85, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2023. Gene was a man of few words, but he was known for his generosity, compassion, and knowledge. His calm demeanor was appreciated by many, in times of need. He was born Hildreth Eugene Simmons Jr., to the late Eugene and Sylvia Simmons. He lived...
Robert R. Alesio
Sep 9, 2023
SCHENECTADY – Robert R. Alesio, 73, of Avenue A, passed away on September 9th, 2023 after a long illness. Bobby was born in Schenectady on August 26, 1950, the son of Samuel and Gilda Nigro Alesio. He graduated from Linton High School, class of 1969, then attended Schenectady County Community College and SUNY at Plattsburg, earning his Bachelor’ in Business...
Norman E. Martin
Sep 9, 2023
ROTTERDAM - Norman E. Martin, 93, formerly of Delmar Avenue, passed away on September 9th, 2023 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center after a short illness. Born in North Adams, MA to George Martin and Sarah Turner, Norman and his family moved to Schenectady in 1943. Norman held many jobs over the course of his life. He was a paper carrier...
Thomas A. Burns Jr.
Sep 4, 2023
NISKAYUNA - Thomas A. Burns Jr., 86, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023, after suffering a stroke. Mr. Burns was born on July 18, 1937, a son of the late Thomas A. Burns Sr. and Marie (Sullivan) McElhone. Tom was a lifelong resident of Schenectady County. He worked as a welder at General Electric, retiring after many years of...
Madeline Albanese Zieliski
Aug 29, 2023
ROTTERDAM JUNCTION- Madeline F. Albanese Zielinski, 96, lifetime resident of Rotterdam Junction, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, with her loving family at her side. Madeline was born in Rotterdam on January 31, 1927 a daughter of the late Joseph and Nellie Albanese, and attended Draper School. Madeline along with her brother Joe, owned and operated...
Tammy M. Bell Mccarroll-Lence
Aug 21, 2023
SCHENECTADY – Tammy Bell-Lence, 53, of the Stockade, passed away at home after a long and courageous battle with cancer on Monday, August 21, 2023. Tammy was born on October 6, 1969, to Harold T. Bell, Sr., and Geraldine Randolph in Schenectady. She attended Mt. Pleasant High School, where she was a cheerleader and studied Nursing. She became a CNA...
Robert L. Newell Jr.
Aug 8, 2023
ROTTERDAM – Robert L. Newell, Jr., 72, gracefully transitioned to his Eternal Rest on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, surrounded by the music of Bob Dylan and his loving daughters. Born in Schenectady on January 30, 1951, Bob was the son of Antoinette ‘Dolly’ Gazzillo Newell and the late Robert L. Newell, Sr. He graduated in 1969 from Schalmont High School...
Michael S. Maloney
Aug 6, 2023
ROTTERDAM – Michael S. Maloney, 79, suddenly entered Eternal Life on Sunday, August 6, 2023. Michael was born in Albany on April 10, 1944, the son of Edwin & Mary Maloney Dennis. He spent his childhood in Averill Park and graduated from Averill Park High School and enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving in Vietnam in the 101st Air Borne,...
Elisabetta Stegagno
Jul 26, 2023
SCHENECTADY – Elisabetta Stegagno, 92, a lifelong resident and loving guardian of N. Jay Street, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at home, surrounded by her loving family. Elisabetta, lovingly known as Tina, was born in Montepagano, Italy, the daughter of the late Antonio and Viola Esposito Braccili. In 1955 she immigrated to America with her infant...
Dominic Scavia
Jul 22, 2023
ROTTERDAM – Dominic Scavia, 96, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at home surrounded by his loving children. Dom was born in Schenectady, son of the late Dominic and Natalina Ferro Scavia, Sr. He graduated in 1945 from Nott Terrace High School, where he played football and wrestled. Dom enlisted in the US Marine Corps and served as a...


