Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas
Lois A. Wilson
October 5, 2022
SCHODACK - Lois A. Consolo Wilson, 79, passed away on October 5 at the Albany Medical Center Hospital after a battle with colon cancer.
Lois grew up in Rensselaer and graduated from Cardinal McCloskey High School, Albany in 1962.
She is predeceased by her parents A. John Consolo and Marguerite Hart Consolo and her grandparents, Andrew P Hart and Elizabeth...
Santa M. Motta
October 2, 2022
North Greenbush- Santa M. Motta, age 91, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at Van Rensselaer Manor in Troy. Born in Albany,
she was the daughter of the late Peter and Jenny (Pannetta) Milano.
She was the beloved wife of the late, Charles Motta, and mother of Lori (Chris) Chase and Karen (Robert) Mahle; adored grandmother to Crystal O’Quinn, Brittany...
Alejandro Reyes
September 28, 2022
Alejandro “Lalo” Reyes, 46, passed away suddenly on September 28, 2022. Born February 1, 1976 in New York City, Lalo was a graduate of Columbia High School, class of 1994, and RPI, class of 1998. At a young age, Lalo fell in love with baseball. Throughout his high school and collegiate career, Lalo excelled as a top-performing athlete. To date,...
Dominic P. Sterantino
September 28, 2022
North Greenbush- Dominic P. Sterantino, age 94, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2022, peacefully at home. He was born and raised in Rensselaer before moving to North Greenbush over 60 years ago.
He was a proud Army Veteran serving in the 28th Infantry. Dom spent his career as a truck driver and was a member of the Teamsters. He enjoyed camping...
Robert G. Giddings
September 27, 2022
North Greenbush-Robert G. Giddings, 82, passed away Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany after a long illness. He was born in Albany to the late George and Elizabeth Giddings. He was a proud U.S. Army Veteran, serving from 1959-1962. Bob worked at Sterling Winthrop in Rensselaer for 29 years. He was a lifelong member of the...
Daniel J. Albright
September 25, 2022
Rensselaer- Daniel J. Albright, age 62, of Rensselaer, died suddenly, Sunday, September 25, at St. Peter’s Hospital. Born in Albany and was the son of the late Richard Albright and Patricia Waldenmaier LaGoy.
In Dan’s younger years, he was the produce manager for both Price Chopper, and Hannaford Supermarkets, until he discovered his love of carpentry and remodeling. He was...
Mark W. Conroy
September 24, 2022
Mark W. Conroy, 84, lost his courageous battle to cancer on September 24, 2022. He was strong, powerful, and lived life with no complaints. He was an exemplary example of untold courage and strength. "Strong like bull" as people would say.
Mark was the grateful son of the late Mark J. Conroy and Dorothy Billingham, and brother to the late Patricia...
Deborah J. Reimann
September 20, 2022
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Deborah Jean Reimann, of Rensselaer, New York, on September 20, 2022, at the age of 66, following a courageous month-long battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her husband, sister and son. Deb was born on April 10, 1956, to her loving parents, the late William...
Sr. Marilyn Murray, Rsm
September 18, 2022
Albany-Murray RSM, Sister Marilyn Kay (formerly Sister Mary Terrence) died Sunday, September 18, at the Motherhouse of the Sisters of Mercy, Albany. She had been a Sister of Mercy for 67 years. Marilyn was born in Little Falls, New York, the daughter of the late Edward J. Murray and Gertrude Snedeker Murray. She earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the...
William F. Karl Jr.
September 13, 2022
William Frederick “Ricky” Karl Jr., age 73, of Rensselaer, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, September 13, 2022.
He was a loving brother, father, grandfather, uncle and great-uncle. Son of William F. Sr. and Vivian D. (Pier) Karl. Ricky is survived by his sisters; Mardette Shufelt and Dawn Schweiger, his children; Megan Karl and Monica Karl....
Michael V. Garrigan
September 12, 2022
It is with great sadness that the family of Michael Garrigan announce his passing. Michael lost his courageous battle with cancer on September 12, 2022. He passed peacefully at home in the comfort of family.
Born in Albany, NY, Michael was predeceased by his father Edward F. Garrigan Sr. and his sister Susan Garrigan-Brooks. He is survived by his devoted mother...
Joan L. Boulé
September 11, 2022
Rensselaer-Joan Lorraine Boulé, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2022, with her loving family by her side. Joanie resided on 9th Street in Rensselaer for over six decades; adoring her neighbors as they did her.
Joanie was the beloved wife of the late Robert Orville Boulé. She devoted her life to her husband and her three beautiful children, Robert Boulé (Celine),...
Biagino Mascolo
September 11, 2022
East Greenbush- Biagino Mascolo known to many as “Gigi,” 64, passed away Sunday, September 11, 2022, with his son Jonathan by his side and he was surrounded by family who comforted him in his final days. Biagino was born in Morhange, France, and immigrated to the United States in 1973 where he resided in East Greenbush. He worked at Armory...
Delores C. Van Dyk
September 10, 2022
Rensselaer-Delores “Dee” C. Van Dyk, age 97, from Rensselaer, passed peacefully on Sept. 10 at Van Rensselaer Manor.
Delores was born in Albany on Dec. 24, 1924 to the late Margaret Campbell Clas and William J Clas. She was a graduate of Van Rensselaer High School class of 1942 and lived in Rensselaer most of her life.
Delores was predeceased by James...
Eleanor C. Jones
September 9, 2022
North Greenbush- Jones, Eleanor C, "Ellie" passed away peacefully on September 9, 2022 at the Van Rensselaer Manor after an 8 year battle with COPD/Parkinsons. Born on December 21, 1943, in Albany, she was the daughter of the late William Jones and Catherine McCarty. Eleanor graduated from Albany High School. She spent most of her working years at Albany Public...
Cornelia J. Siligato
September 5, 2022
Rensselaer- Cornelia ”Corrie” J. (Fortuin) Siligato, 93, of Rensselaer, passed away peacefully on Monday September 5th, 2022, after a long illness.
Daughter of Hendrikus Fortuin and Anna CH (VanMegan) Fortuin, on June 30, 1929 in Rotterdam, NL.
She was educated in the Netherlands and grew up during WWII.
She came to America in January of 1957. When she first came to America, she...
Robert A. Grant
September 1, 2022
Rensselaer- Robert A. Grant, age 75, passed away Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022 at Livingston Hills Nursing and Rehabliliaion Center. Bob was born in Albany and was the son of the late James and Rita Grant. He is survived by his brother, Jim Grant.
Bob was a proud fireman, and was a member of the James Hill Hook and Ladder Company for...
Richard S. Schwarz
August 31, 2022
Defreestville-Richard Stephen Schwarz, Esq., of Defreestville, New York passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, August 31, 2022, with his family at his side.
Rich was born on October 31, 1947, in Passaic, New Jersey, grew up in Clifton, New Jersey, and came to New York State to attend college at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy. He earned a Bachelor of Science...
James D. Lanzilotti
August 31, 2022
Troy-James Lanzilotti, age 87, formerly of Troy, passed away August 31, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. James started his own business at the age of 16 and was the sole owner of “Jim’s Quick Shoe Repair”. He was a pillar of the community and his years in business brought him many friendships. Jim was an avid bowler and a...
Robert L. Little
August 30, 2022
It's with a deep appreciation of his life we share the passing of Bob Little on Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022, at the age of 70.
He was born January 29, 1952, to the late Louie and Marion Little.
Bob was the beloved and devoted husband of 48 years to Chris and cherished father to Jesse.
Bob was the proud owner of...
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