Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas
Carmen L. Rosano
February 8, 2023
North Greenbush-Carmen Louis Rosano, 95, passed away at home on February 8, 2023.
Carmen was born in Albany to Philip and Mary (Lomonoco) Rosano. He was a graduate of the Christian Brothers Academy, where he obtained the rank of Cadet Captain. Following his graduation from high school, Carmen enlisted in the United States Navy at the age of seventeen, serving until...
James H. Fordley
February 3, 2023
Nassau- James Fordley, 90, of Nassau passed away on Feb. 3, 2023, after a long illness. He was born on September 9, 1932, to parents, Frederick Fordley and Nellie Mae Scoville. He grew up surrounded by many siblings, including his twin sister, Skipper, whom he adored until her passing.
Jim held many jobs over the years, retiring from Nelson House,...
James S. White, Jr.
February 2, 2023
Rensselaer-It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our brother, James “Jimmy” S. White, Jr. on February 2, 2023.
Growing up in the 60’s in Rensselaer he was a “character” in his own right, with the black hair of his father and the blue eyes of his Irish mother. He was the mischievous one of the six kids.
He was...
Nathaniel P. Fisher
January 28, 2023
SCHODACK-Nathaniel Paul Fisher, tragically passed on January 28, 2023. Nate leaves behind his loving wife Erica (Petrone) and two beautiful children Violet Fisher and Ethan Fisher. Predeceased by his parents, Paul Fisher and Nancy Adams and his daughter Annabelle Elisa Fisher (2001) who was forever and always in his heart.
Brother of Tabitha (Sandy) Fronk, and stepson of Barry (Gwen) Fronk....
Eileen C. Kennedy
January 27, 2023
Rensselaer- Eileen Cross Kennedy age 76, passed away peacefully Friday, Jan. 27, 2023, at home with her loving family by her side. She was born in Albany and lived most of her life in Rensselaer. Wife of the late Richard Kennedy. Mother of Richard (Jennifer Menzies) Kennedy and Donald (Rebecca) Kennedy. Sister of Douglas Cross. Grandmother of Olivia and Grace...
Anastasia H. Traegler
January 25, 2023
Colonie- Anastasia “Nancy” H. Traegler, age 91, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany. Nancy was born and raised in Rensselaer, attended and graduated from St. John’s School. In 1960 she moved to Colonie alongside her husband to raise her family. She was a woman of great faith and loved her church. She was a...
Charles W. Stark
January 23, 2023
West Sand Lake- Charles W. Stark, age 93 passed away Monday, January 23, 2023, at Samaritan Hospital in Troy. Charles was born and raised in Rensselaer and was the son of the late Charles and Tina Stark. He began his career in retail at Steefel Bros. in Albany, then went on to work at Marshall Ray in Troy, and ended...
Gregory P. Schreffler
January 22, 2023
Gregory P. Schreffler entered eternal life on January 22, 2023 after a lengthy illness. He was born in Mount Vernon, NY to the late Charles and Ann (Carensky) Schreffler and spent his teen age years in Columbia County, where his mother owned a farm. Gregory was the beloved husband of Lynna Kreeber Schreffler, who passed away in 1977. In addition...
Michael W. Spenard
January 19, 2023
Michael W. Spenard, age 56, of Brunswick died suddenly in his sleep at home. He was born on March 17, 1966 in Troy. He was the son of the late Ellen Jones Spenard and Jeffrey Spenard Sr. He was the brother of Jeffrey Spenard Jr., Thomas Spenard (Karol), Ellen Heller Spenard (Michael), and the late William Spenard. He was the...
Dorothy I. Schermerhorn
January 16, 2023
East Greenbush- Dorothy I. Schermerhorn passed at her home on January 16, 2023 after 96 years of a life well lived; wife of Raymond A. Schermerhorn, daughter of Arthur and Dorothy Ruth, sister of Lucille Bennett and Arthur “Bud” Ruth and mother of Betty Rice and Harry Schermerhorn (Jacqueline). With her positive attitude and beautiful smile, Dorothy endeared herself to...
John R. Thorsen
January 13, 2023
Averill Park-John R. Thorsen, 84, of Averill Park, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2023, with his wife Nancy by his side.
John was born on January 6, 1939, in Newburgh, to the late John and Irene Sigmund Thorsen. He was a 1957 graduate of Guilderland High School. John was the owner of Rayge Display, Inc. in Albany for 40 years...
Sara A. Crain
January 5, 2023
East Greenbush- Sara A. Crain age 76, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023, at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital after a brief illness. Sara was born in Troy, was raised in Watervliet before moving to North Greenbush to raise her own family. For the past 30 years, she has resided with her sister Sue in East Greenbush. Sara...
Shirley M. Beebe
January 5, 2023
Rensselaer- Shirley M. Beebe, age 87 , passed away peacefully at home on January 5, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 4, 1935, and was the daughter of Joseph and Marion (Brady) Kretzler.
Shirley worked for the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, until 2003, retiring after 25 years of service. She loved playing...
Eva A. Fredricks
January 3, 2023
Troy- Eva A. Fredricks 87, a longtime resident of Troy, passed away surrounded by her loving family on January 3, 2023. Born in Corinth, she was the daughter of the late William F. Smith and Grace and Cameron Connors. In her younger days Eva was a waitress and a homemaker. She had many interests including enjoying the sun by the...
Wallace J. Malek
January 2, 2023
Defreestville- Wallace J. Malek of Defreestville passed away Monday January 2, 2023, at Rosewood Gardens with his family by his side. Wally married the love of his life, Evelyn Mrozowski Malek in 1956. Wallace opened Malek’s Mobil Station in 1956 and was known for providing excellent service to his customers. He was a proud US Army veteran of the Korean...
Patricia A Whitcher
January 1, 2023
Defreestville- Patricia Ann (Coffey) Whitcher, 72, of Defreestville passed away at her family home on January 1, 2023. She was born in Albany to her loving parents Daniel and Henrietta (Tanner) Coffey and her two older brothers. Patty was a graduate of Columbia High School. She continued her education at Russell Sage College where she received a Bachelor’s degree. Patty...
Paul J. Desarbo
December 31, 2022
Troy-Paul Joseph DeSarbo, 85, entered into eternal rest on December 31, 2022. He was born to the late Joseph and Margaret DeSarbo of Schenectady on July 16, 1937.
Paul began his lifelong career as a professional photographer working at Crest Litho as a lithographer, followed by employment at Universal Photo, Berkey Photo (Color Craft) and later, Bicknell Photo. He had...
Janet S. Mccauley
December 23, 2022
Rensselaer- Janet S. McCauley, age 84, of Rensselaer passed away peacefully at Albany Medical Center on Friday, December 23, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. Janet was born on August 3, 1938, and was the first child of the late Myron Guy and Helen (Sweet) Butler. After their mother’s untimely death, Janet took on the role as matriarch and helped...
Viola T. Santore
December 20, 2022
Viola T. Santore, 99, passed away on December 20, 2022. Viola was the daughter of the late Lucille and Gaetano DeValentino, sister of the late Jean Barnard, and Nacey DeValentino. She was also predeceased by her husband of 45 years, Selvo Santore.
Viola was the loving mother of Michael (Barbara) Santore, and Sylvia (Frank) Bruno; grandmother of Tracy (Brian) Goodman,...
Robert H. Brown
December 19, 2022
Robert H. Brown, 79, of Rensselaer, beloved husband of the late Theresa Mercier Brown, peacefully entered into eternal life surrounded by his loving family on Monday evening December 19, 2022.
Born in Albany, New York, he was the son of the late John J. and Catherine Robinson Brown and was a graduate of St. John’s Academy in Rensselaer.
Having a strong work...
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