Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Dominick F. Casullo

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.

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

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

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

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,...

Joanne Driscoll

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...