Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Joseph Nunzio Giagni

Joseph Nunzio Giagni

January 30, 2024

East Greenbush- Joseph Nunzio Giagni, age 83, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on January 30, 2024. He was born in Albany to the late Benjamin and Marion (Winne) Giagni.

Joe was the proud owner of Peanut Land Express at the Empire State Plaza in Albany for 38 years, which was a special spot to enjoy a...

Judith B. Ernye

Judith B. Ernye

January 28, 2024

North Greenbush- Judith B. Ernye, age 77, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024. Judith was born in Albany and was the beloved daughter of the late Forrest and Frances (Longtemps) Benjamin and daughter in law of Steven and Lucy Ernye of Defreestville.

Judith, known affectionately as Jude, dedicated her life to helping others. Her warm smile and kind demeanor brought...

Charles M. Ungermann, Sr.

Charles M. Ungermann, Sr.

January 26, 2024

North Greenbush-Charles Michael Ungermann, Sr. passed away unexpectedly on January 26, 2024. Charley, as he was affectionately known, was born in Dearborn, Michigan on Christmas Day, 1934.

Charley was predeceased by his parents Norman Sr. and Mary Ungermann, brother Richard (Belle) Ungermann, and a son Michael Ungermann. He is survived by his wife Gerry, son Charles (Kathy) Ungermann Jr., stepson...

Daniel E. Tipton

Daniel E. Tipton

January 24, 2024

North Greenbush-Daniel Eugene Tipton of North Greenbush NY passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 24, 2024 after a long illness.

Dan was born on July 11, 1948 in Knoxville, Tennessee to Kathryn and DC Tipton. He grew up surrounded by family in eastern Tennessee. Dan grew to be 6’10”; although never playing basketball he did play in the...

Denise F. Muller

Denise F. Muller

January 23, 2024

Denise F. Muller (Keneston), of North Greenbush, passed away suddenly on Tuesday January 23, 2024, at age 73, at Samaritan Hospital while surrounded by her family. She was born on March 10, 1950 to Walter and Alice Keneston in Albany NY, and immediately brought joy and laughter into the world.

Denise grew up in Rensselaer NY, went to school at Van...

William J. Bonacker

William J. Bonacker

January 23, 2024

William "Billy" J. Bonacker, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend to many, passed away on January 23rd, 2024, in Albany, NY. Born on January 25th, 1947, to Harold and Rita Bonacker in Albany, Billy lived a life filled with love for his family and friends.

As a young man growing up in Albany during the tumultuous years of the Vietnam...

Edward J Kellman

Edward J Kellman

January 22, 2024

East Greenbush- Edward J. Kellman, age 91, passed away Monday, January 22, 2024 at Ellis Hospital, in Schenectady. He was born in Albany to the late Joseph and Frances (Potaski) Kellman.

Edward served in the U.S. Army during the Korean war. Following his honorable discharge, he came home and began a career as a truck driver that lasted over 40 years....

Charles J. Filkins

Charles J. Filkins

January 20, 2024

Hampton Manor, Rensselaer – Charles J. Filkins, age 79, passed away on Saturday January 20, 2024, after succumbing to illness.

He was born on February 26, 1944, and was the oldest son of the late James and Marie (Bielawa) Filkins of Troy, New York.

Charles grew up in Troy, NY and went to Troy High School, followed by Hudson Valley Community College....

Frederick J. Martin, Sr.

Frederick J. Martin, Sr.

January 15, 2024

Selkirk-Frederick J. Martin Sr, age 62, of Selkirk, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on January 14, 2024. He was born March 6th, 1961 to the late Leroy T. and Joan H. (Leno) Martin.

Fred was a man who enjoyed making others laugh and was happiest when spending time with his dog Nala and cruising in...

Mary Bridget Nettleton

Mary Bridget Nettleton

January 12, 2024

NORTH GREENBUSH- Bridget Nettleton, PhD passed away Friday, January 12, 2024. Bridget was born on December 6, 1954 in Troy, NY to the late Thomas and Margaret (Herbert) McMahon.

Bridget obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University at Albany, a Master of Science in Nursing from Russell Sage College, and a Doctorate in Educational Administration and Policy Studies...

Joan M. Campetelle

Joan M. Campetelle

January 8, 2024

Port Richey, FL- Joan “Joanie” Campetelle, 76, of Port Richey, FL, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 8, 2024, with her husband John by her side.

Joan was born on November 7, 1947, youngest daughter to the late Alfred Kelly and Rose (Woods) Kelly of Rensselaer, NY. She was the beloved wife of John James Campetelle....

Douglas J. Lamountain

Douglas J. Lamountain

January 5, 2024

Rensselaer- Douglas J. LaMountain, age 60, passed away on January 5, 2023 at lbany Medical Center. He was the son of the late Orville Louis LaMountain Sr., and Harriet Ann Sager.

Doug was a lifelong resident of the city of Rensselaer.

He is survived by his brothers, John and Richard LaMountain and his beloved sister Veronica DeNoil.

Funeral service will be private...

Marie A. Montgomery

Marie A. Montgomery

December 31, 2023

North Greenbush – Marie Anderson Montgomery passed away Sunday, December 31, 2023 at St. Peter’s Hospice. Marie was born February 26, 1933, in Troy and resided in North Greenbush since 1959.

Marie graduated from Troy High School in 1951. She worked for New York State Department of Taxation and Finance from 1951 – 1955 and at Hudson Valley Community College for...

Richard C. Rosbrook

Richard C. Rosbrook

December 30, 2023

Kinderhook- Richard C. “Dick” Rosbrook of Kinderhook, NY passed away Saturday, December 30th with his daughters and grandchildren at his side. He was 79 years young. Born May 19, 1944 in Albany, NY to Alden and Pauline Rosbrook, Richard, also known throughout his life as Richie, Roz and Dick, grew up in East Greenbush, NY, the youngest of three boys....

Diane W. Crosby

Diane W. Crosby

December 30, 2023

EAST GREENBUSH - Diane W. (Smith) Crosby, of East Greenbush, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2023, after a brief illness. Born in Albany, N.Y., she was the youngest daughter of the late Robert and Henrietta (Venema) Smith. Diane graduated from Van Rensselaer High School. She enjoyed a 30+ year career as a dental assistant, building lasting friendships with colleagues...

Thomas J. Watterson

Thomas J. Watterson

December 29, 2023

Albany, NY – Thomas J. Watterson, age 66, passed away peacefully at his home on, December 29, 2023, with family by his side. He was born at Shirley US Army Hospital, Shirley, MA on January 7, 1957, and was one of seven children born to the late Robert T. and Julie A. Watterson of North Greenbush, NY. He attended several...

Grace Camilla Hart

Grace Camilla Hart

December 28, 2023

Grace Camilla Hart passed away peacefully on December 28, 2023. Born April 26, 1934, the fifth and youngest child of William and Grace Doran, she grew up in Albany and graduated in 1952 from Vincentian Institute. Grace was predeceased by her parents, William and Grace, her sister Ethel and brothers William B. Jr, Frank J., and Edward C. Sr, her...

Charles Van Alstyne, Jr.

Charles Van Alstyne, Jr.

December 27, 2023

Troy- Charles Van Alstyne, Jr., age 68, died on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at Samaritan Hospital in Troy. He was born in Albany, raised in Rensselaer, and resided in Troy for 20 years, with his wife Kathy. He then moved to East Greenbush with his daughter, son-in-law, grandchildren and dog Stella.

Charlie was a hardworking man...

Irving William Beardsley

Irving William Beardsley

December 26, 2023

Rensselaer – I. William Beardsley “Briz”. Bill Beardsley passed away peacefully at home on December 26, 2023. He was born on May 14, 1953, son of the late Irving and Geraldine (Goode) Beardsley.

A lifelong resident of the City of Rensselaer, he was a truck driver for over 40 years, until his retirement in 2021.

Bill loved being a truck driver, NASCAR,...

Marilyn T. Hart

Marilyn T. Hart

December 24, 2023

Rensselaer-Marilyn T. Hart passed away peacefully December 24, 2023 at St. Peter’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Albany, of complications from a massive stroke she suffered more than 6 years ago. Marilyn was the daughter of the late Thomas Hart and Florence Endres Hart. She grew up in Rensselaer, New York and graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy in Albany. Marilyn was...