Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas
William Sheldon
February 4, 2025
Rensselaer- William H. Sheldon, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, passed away on February 4, 2025, at the Stratton VA Hospital. Born on March 26, 1944, in Schenectady, NY, the son of the late Warren and Grace Darrigo Sheldon.
Bill was proud to be an Operating Engineer with Local 106 in Albany, where he earned a reputation as an...
Judith E. Buono
February 3, 2025
Rensselaer- Judith E. Buono age 82, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Van Rensselaer Manor Nursing Home after a brief illness Judy was born in Albany on March 15, 1942, and was the daughter of the late Mary Margaret (Smith) and Richard P. Hughes, Sr. She was a lifelong resident of North Greenbush before moving with her husband...
William K. Mahar
February 1, 2025
East Greenbush- William Kevin Mahar, 90, passed away peacefully at home on February 1, 2025, with family at his side. Born on November 24, 1934, he was the son of John Aloysius Mahar and Anna Gabriel May. He was predeceased by four brothers, John, Thomas, Joseph, Edward and five sisters, Edith Mahar, Aileen Quigley, Sarah Matochik, Ann Gallagher and Mary...
Mildred Cooley
January 31, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mildred R. Cooley, who left us peacefully on January 31, 2025, at the age of 100. Born in New York Mills, on November 8, 1924. She was the daughter of Joseph Ziemian and Rosalia Tomasik, and also was lovingly cared for by her stepfather, John Poczatek.
Mildred dedicated her life...
Angelina Rose Kenealy
January 30, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce that our Mother Angie Kenealy entered into eternal life on January 30, 2025, passing peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. Born in Lexington, Ma., Angie was one of eight children of the late Paul and Lena (Mercadente) Marashio.
Angie was predeceased by the love of her life, James P. Kenealy, and her...
John Craver, Sr.
January 29, 2025
Troy- John P. Craver, Sr., lovingly referred to as Moose, age 85, passed away surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at Albany Medical Center. He was born in 1940 to the late William and Helen Craver in Troy, NY.
John attended Sacred Heart School in Troy and graduated from Catholic Central High School, Class of 1957. In...
Khin Kyaw
January 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce Khin Maung Kyaw's sudden passing at age 52 years old at his home on January 27, 2025. Khin was a beloved husband, father, and friend, whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of everyone who met him.
Khin was born on April 10, 1972, in Shwe Goon Village in Hpa-An, Burma. He was...
Mary Ellen Agars
January 21, 2025
Troy – Mary E. Agars, 84, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at Van Rensselaer Manor. Mary was born in Troy and was a longtime resident of Best Road in North Greenbush. She was the oldest daughter of Albert and Emily (Bennaway) Colarusso. Mary is survived by her loving children Carolyn (Anthony) D’Agostino, and Mark (Viara) Agars. She will...
M. Christine Yonkers
January 20, 2025
East Greenbush- M. Christine Yonkers, beloved sister, aunt, and friend, died at home on January 20, 2025. Christine was predeceased by her parents, Mary and Chris Yonkers of Rensselaer, NY. Born in Albany in 1962 and raised in Rensselaer, she was a graduate of Rensselaer Junior/Senior High School where she was a varsity cheerleader all 4 years of high school....
Sr. Francesca Husselbeck
January 19, 2025
Albany- Sister Mary Francesca (Alice) Husselbeck, died Sunday, January 19, 2025 in St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, New York. Born in Latham, New York, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Margaret LaBombard Husselbeck. Fran earned an associate degree from Maria College, Albany; a bachelor's degree in education from Russell Sage in Troy; and a master's degree from St....
Barry R. Gavigan, Sr.
January 19, 2025
Rensselaer- Barry R. Gavigan, Sr., 81, passed away at Samaritan Hospital on Sunday, January 19, 2025. Barry was born in Chicago, IL to the late Rose Yakich and John F. Gavigan. Barry lived in Catskill, NY prior to moving to Florida. While in Florida, Barry spent over 30 years as a Corrections Officer, based in Ocala. A proud Vietnam Veteran,...
Mary Sandstrom-Hennigan
January 18, 2025
East Greenbush- Mary M. Sandstrom-Hennigan passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2024, at her home. She was born on September 26, 1939, to the late Mary C. and Frederick P. Sandstrom. Mary grew up in Parkchester, Bronx, NY. She graduated from the former Ladycliff College, Highland Falls, NY with a BA in Biology, as well as obtaining an MA and...
Wayne Heimroth
January 17, 2025
Niverville-Wayne Heimroth, 88, loving husband of Sally L. Heimroth (McComb), of Niverville, NY, passed Friday, January 17, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.
Wayne was born at home in Niverville - a place he called home his entire life. Son of the late John J. Heimroth and Marie B. Heimroth (Faye). He spent his formative years with his brother John, and...
Eleanor J. Nielsen
January 17, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce Eleanor Joan Nielsen, 86, of Vero Beach, FL and Albany, NY, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025.
Eleanor was born in New York City in 1938. She was the daughter of Charles Hamel and Erna Hamel (Schmidt), and wife to Ronald Nielsen. After graduating from Julia Richmond High School in New York...
Laura N. McGlynn
January 12, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Laura Catherine Northrop McGlynn. Laura was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister-in-law, and friend. Her greatest achievement, however, was the unwavering foundation she created as a wife and mother for 56 years.
Laura's world was vast and full of love. She embraced everyone and was loved in return...
John G. Cebula
January 9, 2025
Rensselaer-John G. Cebula, age 69, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2025 after a brief illness. John was born and raised in Amsterdam, NY and was the son of the late John P. Cebula and Sara Jane (Schulz) Cebula. He resided for many years in Averill Park, NY.
John was a graduate of Bishop Scully High School in Amsterdam, NY and...
William M. Coyne
January 9, 2025
Rensselaer- William M. Coyne, age 94, of Rensselaer, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany, NY. Bill was born in Albany to the late Ethel M. Teator and Louis J. Coyne, Sr. Bill served his country honorably in the United States Navy for six years and then for eighteen years...
Donna M. Burnham
January 4, 2025
Donna M. Burnham, age 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at Albany Medical Center. She was born in 1947, the daughter of the late Raymond and Eva (Maskell) Roberts and was a lifelong resident of the Schodack area before spending many years in Titusville, Florida.
Donna was a graduate of Rensselaer City Schools...
Dolores A. "Do" De Thomasis
December 31, 2024
Rensselaer- Dolores A. "Do" (D'Ambrosi) De Thomasis entered into eternal life on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Do is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 37 years, Joseph De Thomasis, and the pride and joy of her life, their sons, Nicholas (Alicia) and Zachary. Her family was her life. She is also survived by her father Louis A. D'Ambrosi,...
Mary G. Bissaillon
December 30, 2024
Rensselaer- Mary G. Bissaillon, 82, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born and raised in the South End of Albany, she was the daughter of the late John Fernandez and Rose Mary (Lostritto) Fernandez.
Mary was married to her beloved husband, John Bissaillon, on March 5, 1960, in Albany. Together, they shared a loving...
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