Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas
John A. "Jack" Nelson
August 2, 2023
Rensselaer- John A. “Jack” Nelson, age 88, passed away at St. Peter’s Hospice, on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late Archibald and Martha (Maciariello) Nelson.
Jack was a graduate of Mechanicville High School and went on to attend HVCC. He later joined the Marine Corps, but also served in the US...
Albert V. Hanley, Jr.
August 1, 2023
Albert V. Hanley Jr, 77, was called home on August 1, 2023 at his home in Coral Gables, Fl after several months of heart difficulties. Known by many as “Al” or “Buddy”, he had many passions, businesses, and countless accomplishments throughout his lifetime.
Al was predeceased by his parents, Albert and Mary (nee Polsinello) Hanley, his younger brother James Hanley,...
Thomas J. Traegler
July 26, 2023
Colonie- Thomas “Tom” J. Traegler, age 92, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at home. Tom was born in Newark, NJ and raised in Albany, NY. He attended and graduated from Albany Public Schools. Tom served in the Navy on a Destroyer Escort in the North Atlantic during the Korean War. In 1960, he moved to Colonie alongside his...
Larry J. Hughes
July 24, 2023
Castleton- Larry J. Hughes, age 78, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, July 24, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Larry was born in Albany and was the son of the late Marjorie Weatherby Hughes and Willard Hughes. Larry worked for The National Elevator Constructors Local 35, in Albany. He had a love and passion for all things baseball,...
Timothy J. Tiernan
July 22, 2023
Timothy James Tiernan
September 24, 1953 - July 22, 2023
Today we say our final goodbye to our beloved brother Timothy (Tim) James Tiernan who went on to be with his mother; Sarah Judith Tiernan, father; Gerald Joseph Tiernan Sr., brothers; Gerald Joseph Tiernan Jr., and Channing Michael Tiernan, as well as nephew; Patrick Duane Tiernan and his mother Judy Tiernan. Timothy...
Susan M. Falkouski
July 16, 2023
Rensselaer- Susan M. Falkouski, age 78, passed away peacefully at home on, Sunday, July 16, 2023. She was the daughter of Frank N. and Mary G. (Baugh) Scully.
Susan was a lifelong resident of Rensselaer, where she married Michael D. Falkouski in 1966 and raised their family. She was a graduate of Rensselaer High School and went on to attend and...
Josefina C. Cunningham
July 7, 2023
Rensselaer- Josefina C. Cunningham, age 3, passed away unexpectedly, on July 7, 2023. Born on July 25, 2019, Josefina is predeceased by her grandparents Catherine & Willie Stewart. She leaves behind her mother, Lakeisha Stewart of Rensselaer and father, Joseph Cunningham; three brothers, Jyquan Stewart of Rensselaer, James and Conway Cunningham in Jamaica; her grandmother, Peaches in Jamaica; her auntie,...
Robert B. Guillaume
July 7, 2023
Rotterdam- Robert “Bob” B. Guillaume, age 73, died unexpectedly on July 7, 2023. Bob was born in Buffalo the late Wilfred and Dorothy (Gunthrup) Guillaume. Robert spent his adult life in the Capital District. As a child he and his family followed his dad along to various military bases including Puerto Rico, Texas and the Dakotas.
Bob was an architect at...
Ann R. Malatesta
July 5, 2023
Rensselaer – Ann R. Malatesta, 80, passed away on July 5, 2023. She was born on September 18, 1942, in North Albany.
Ann went to Albany Public Schools and enjoyed being a homemaker. She was interested in family genealogy, spending time at the library tracing family ancestry. Ann raised Shih Tzu puppies years ago and cherished her animals. She enjoyed gardening,...
Carmen P. Patti
July 4, 2023
East Greenbush-Carmen Peter Patti , age 91, passed away peacefully at Van Rensselaer Manor on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023. The family would like to express our heartfelt appreciation for the wonderful care Carmen received from Van Rensselaer Manor, 3rd floor wing A staff. Thank you all for your hard work, dedication and attentiveness.
Carmen was a graduate of Troy High School,...
Kathleen R. Beers
June 27, 2023
East Greenbush-Kathleen R. Beers, age 71, of East Greenbush, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, surrounded by her loving family and friends at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany.
Formerly from Mt. Carmel, Pennsylvania, Kathleen was the daughter of the late Samuel and Josephine (Procopio) Mariano. She was a 1970 graduate of Our Lady of Lourdes Regional High School...
Charles W. Stock, Sr.
June 26, 2023
Rensselaer - Charles W. Stock Sr., age 91, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2023. He was the son of Charles M. and Clara D. (Carman) Stock.
Charlie was a graduate of Van Rensselaer High School. In 1952 he enlisted in the Air Force where he became a member of the Air Police. He was very proud of his military service...
Catherine E. Arduini
June 26, 2023
Rensselaer-Catherine E. Arduini, age 72, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 26, 2023. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of William H. and Isabelle (Halleran) Owens.
Catherine was a 1968 graduate of Mercy High School in Albany and later went on to attend and receive a degree from Mildred Elly in Albany. Following her graduation, she worked at Huyck Felt...
Joan M. Pladel
June 25, 2023
Rensselaer- Joan M. Pladel, age 88, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, June 25, 2023. She was the daughter of Marvin J. and Grace B. (Crowe) Peacock.
Joan was a graduate of Van Rensselaer High School. After graduation she went on to marry John Pladel and raise their family in Rensselaer. Joan was part of the Festival...
Jill M. Mcloughlin
June 19, 2023
Averill Park- Jill M. McLoughlin, 74, of Averill Park, NY passed away peacefully on Monday, June 19, 2023. Jill was born to William D. and Rita (Ryan) McGuirk in Troy. She attended Catholic Central High School in Troy and graduated from Hudson Valley Community College. Jill was a homemaker and also worked as a home health aide for many years.
Jill...
Dominick F. Casullo
June 17, 2023
Wynantskill - We are sad to announce the passing of Dominick “Nick” F. Casullo on June 17, 2023 at the age 72, after a courageous battle with cancer. Throughout his entire life and at the time of his passing, Dominick was surrounded by his loving family.
Nick was born in Albany on April 15, 1951, to Dominick and Louise Casullo....
Anthony J. Billetts, Jr.
June 15, 2023
Feura Bush– Anthony J. Billetts, Jr. passed away on June 15, 2023. Born on May 30, 1935 in Plattsburg, NY. He is survived by his wife Margaret Billetts (VandenBergh), his children Victoria Lamoree (Jerry), Kevin Billetts Sr. (Linda), Layne Billetts (Linda), Sandra Carroll (Jeff), Diana Arduini (Joseph), Paula Reinhart (late Gary), Anthony J. Billetts, III (Joyce), Shawn M. Billetts (Ashley)...
Elmer V. Lanci
June 13, 2023
Schodack-Elmer Vincent Lanci, age 71, died on June 13, 2023 at home, under hospice care through St. Peter’s Hospital, after a long battle with pancreatic cancer.
He graduated from Columbia High School in 1969 and SUNY Brockport with a BS degree in 1973. After college he joined the US Navy and earned his wings as a Naval Aviator in 1975. Vince...
Michael W. Lord
June 12, 2023
Michael Lord Sr., 81, of East Greenbush died Monday, June 12. Surrounded by his family, he passed away following a brief battle with cancer.
Born in Albany, he was the son of the late William and Eunice Lord. Michael served in the United States Air Force and was a proud veteran of the Vietnam War. Michael was a devoted husband,...
Sr. Mary Claude Ruehl, Rsm
June 10, 2023
Sister Mary Claude Ruehl, RSM (Elizabeth Ruehl) died Saturday, June 10, 2023, at Saint Peter’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Albany. Born in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of the late Carl G. Ruehl and Catherine Hagan Ruehl. She had been a Sister of Mercy for 72 years. Sister earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the College of St. Rose,...
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