Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas
Joanne Driscoll
June 8, 2023
Rensselaer- JoAnne Driscoll, age 80, passed away at home on Thursday June 8, 2023. JoAnne was born in Troy and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Thelma (Witherow) Pollay. JoAnne went to Shaker High School and worked at the NYS Attorney General’s Office as a Legal Secretary.
JoAnne is survived by her children Janis (Seth) Randall, JoAnna (Steve...
James J. Reith
June 5, 2023
East Greenbush- James J. Reith, age 85, passed away on Monday June 5, 2023, at The Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital. Jim was born in Albany and was the son of the late John and Sarah (Ford) Reith. James served his country honorably in the Air Force until his discharge in 1964. He later went on to work as...
Sr. Doris Rogers, Rsm
June 3, 2023
Rogers RSM, Sister Doris (formerly Sister Ruth Marie) died Saturday, June 3, at St. Peter’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Albany. She had been a Sister of Mercy for 61 years. Doris was born in Gloversville, New York, daughter of the late Floyd M. Rogers and Ruth E. Hoose. Doris was baptized at St. Patrick’s Church, Johnstown, when she was in...
Alphonso Raus
June 3, 2023
Rensselaer-It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alphonso Raus, age 55, who entered into eternal rest on June 3, 2023.
He is predeceased by his loving and adored father Tommaso Antonio Raus. He was a treasured family member and friend to many, with a trademark smile not soon forgotten.
Alphonso is survived by his mother Sandy; dear sons,...
Daniel P. Albertson
June 3, 2023
Rensselaer- Daniel P. Albertson age 54 of Rensselaer passed away unexpectedly Saturday, June 3, 2023 at home. Dan attended school at ICCS. He was a member of Local 7 Plumbers and Steamfitters Union. Survived by his mother Peggy Burke Albertson (Bobby); his father NYSP Ret. Sgt. Charles “Chuck” Albertson (Karen); his brother Tim Albertson (April); niece Breanna Albertson and his...
James E. Bradwell, Jr.
May 30, 2023
Gloversville- James E. Bradwell, Jr., age 71, passed away surrounded by his loving family on May 30, 2023 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Amsterdam. He was born on August 13, 1951 to the late James E. Sr., and Lillian (Foust) Bradwell from Rensselaer.
James is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Patricia A. Bradwell. He leaves behind his three...
Luella L. Buono
May 29, 2023
Rensselaer- Luella L. Buono, age 93, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 29, 2023, surround by her loving family. She was born in Albany and was a lifelong resident of the City of Rensselaer.
Luella was an avid knitter and enjoyed crocheting. She also loved traveling. Luella was a volunteer at the Robert C. Parker Preschool for many years, where she...
Frances J. Keneston
May 26, 2023
Rensselaer- Frances J. Keneston, age 88, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, May 26, 2023. She was the daughter of Manual and Rosa (Bubonia) Taibo.
Frances attended the Vincentian Institute in Albany and later went on to work at the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle.
Frances will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother who...
Ronald B. Collins
May 25, 2023
East Greenbush (formally of Rensselaer) - Ronald B. Collins, 76, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023 at St. Peter’s Hospital, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Archibald C. Collins and Helen E. Wagar. Ron was a graduate of Van Rensselaer High School class 1965. After...
William B. Fisk
May 22, 2023
Schodack- William B. Fisk, age 61, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2023, in New York City. He was the son of the late Robert and Edith (Persico) Fisk.
After high school graduation, Bill went on to work as an over-sized truck mechanic for Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., in Glenmont for almost 30 years. Bill will be remembered as a...
Sr. Kathleen O'Hara, Rsm
May 17, 2023
Albany- Sister Kathleen O’Hara RSM, died in St. Peter’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Albany, Wednesday, May 17, 2023. Born in Cohoes, New York, she was the daughter of the late Catherine F. Ruane O’Hara and Philip J. O’Hara. Sister Kathleen earned a B.S. Ed from the College of Saint Rose, and an M.S. Ed from Siena College as well as...
Wayne A. Rowe
May 16, 2023
Rensselaer- Wayne A. Rowe, age 65 of Rensselaer passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at home. He was born July 18, 1957, in Albany and was the son of the late Frances (Smith) and Raymond Rowe, Sr. After high school, Wayne worked at various locations as a busboy and as a laborer. He was an avid NASCAR fan and...
William S. Mcnab
May 15, 2023
Rensselaer – William (Bill) S. McNab passed away peacefully on Monday, May 15th, following his 90th birthday on Friday, May 12th. Born in Aberdeen, Scotland, Bill was one of the youngest of nine children of Agnes (Samson) and Andrew McNab. Bill immigrated to the United States at the age of 23 and became a naturalized citizen. He was a member...
Geraldine E. Snyder
May 13, 2023
Geraldine Eadie Snyder, age 84, passed away peacefully on Saturday May 13, 2023. She is survived by her husband Patrick of 51 years.
Geraldine is predeceased by her mother and father Marion and James Eadie. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at DCI in East Greenbush, Evergreen Commons, and Albany Medical Center, for the care...
Patricia M. Hogle
May 11, 2023
East Greenbush-Patricia M. Hogle passed away peacefully on Thursday May 11, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Albany to the late Thomas and Elizabeth Burgess.
Patricia resided in the East Greenbush area for most of her life and was a loving homemaker who helped run the family business, Hogle Trucking.
Patricia had many interests including traveling to...
Joan A. Gochee
May 11, 2023
Delmar – Joan A. Gochee, age 90, of Delmar, passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Albany, to parents Elbert and Mary (Burns) Cooley, who raised their children in Rensselaer. She later would move to Delmar where she lived most of her life.
Joan graduated Van Rensselaer High School and was later...
Joanne H. Mccarthy
May 6, 2023
East Greenbush- Joanne succumbed to Parkinson’s Disease and Dementia on May 6, 2023 at the age of 71. Joanne was a strong, intelligent, warm and friendly woman. The life she led was filled with love and excitement, living her life fully and with a passion for family and friends. Joanne had a phenomenal life journey.
She was the surviving twin (brother...
Karen M. Grignon
May 4, 2023
Rensselaer- Karen Marie Grignon, loving sister, aunt and friend passed away suddenly May 4, 2023 at the age of 72.
Born in Troy, she was the eldest of seven children of the late George and Rita (Bohrer) Grignon. She attended East Greenbush Schools and worked a variety of jobs. She was especially fond of working with children.
Karen lived a simpler life...
Judith Ann Fountain
May 4, 2023
Altamont - Judith Ann Fountain (Turner), 83 passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, May 4, 2023.
Born in Albany, NY on February 29, 1940, Judith was the daughter of the late Joseph T. and Olive E. Gregory (Bunce). Judith was a 1959 graduate of Van Rensselaer Senior High and a resident of Rensselaer, West Sand Lake...
Hazen E. Shambeau
May 4, 2023
Rensselaer-During the morning hours of Thursday, May 4, 2023, Hazen Ernest (Ernie) Shambeau (83), resident of Rensselaer, NY passed away peacefully at home.
Born April 19th, 1940, at Rutland, Vermont to Hazel May (Whitton) Shambeau and Okley Felix Shambeau. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57years, Lynn K. Shambeau, and their daughter Marie B. Shambeau. Also, left to...
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