Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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...
James E. Barrett
December 23, 2023
Rensselaer- James Edmund Barrett of Rensselaer died December 23, 2023, after a period of declining health. He was born in Albany on December 28, 1946, the second child of John A. and Elizabeth Hawk Barrett.
Jim graduated from St. John's Academy, in Rensselaer, a proud member of the Class of ‘64, Hudson Valley Community College, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with...
Gerald H. Lauer
December 22, 2023
Schenectady-Gerald “Muzzy” H. Lauer, age 70, passed away on Friday, December 22, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late William H. and Margaret (Fisher) Lauer.
Muzzy was a graduate of Van Rensselaer High School and went on to obtain a degree in computer programming. He later spent most of his working career as a Computer...
Romana Salvagni
December 21, 2023
Romana (Pasquali) Salvagni, 96, North Greenbush, surrounded by her family passed peacefully into eternal life at St. Peter’s Hospital on Thursday December 21, 2023. Born on November 26, 1927 to Giuseppe and Valentina (Ranellucci) Pasquali in Maenza, Italy Romana attended school in Rome before immigrating to the United States in 1948. After attending English and Citizenship classes with her best...
Daniel J. Sanchez, Jr.
December 18, 2023
Rensselaer- Daniel. J. Sanchez, Jr., age 75, passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023, at Albany Medical Center. Daniel was born in Albany and was the son of Mary, and the late Daniel Sanchez, Sr.
He was an avid whitetail hunter, enjoying every moment he spent in the woods. Danny was a race car driver and won a sportsman championship in...
Rose A. Smith
December 18, 2023
Rensselaer- Rose A. Smith, age 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on, December 18, 2023. She was born in 1930, in Albany, to the late Carmine and Caterina (Baggetta) Filippini.
Rose was a graduate of the Phillip Schuyler School. She then went on to become supervisor at Albany Med Food Service. Rose later worked for the East...
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