Pocius, Eva H.
Jan 20, 2023
DELMAR- Eva H. (Aleschus) Pocius, 91, passed away Friday, January 20, 2023 at the Delmar Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing. Born in Albany she was the daughter of the late George and Edith (Cook) Aleschus and graduate of Philip Schuyler High School Class of 1950. She worked for the NY Telephone Company (Verizon) for 36 years, retiring in 1986....
Fox, Thomas H. Sr.
Jan 20, 2023
SELKIRK- Thomas Henry Fox Sr., age 89 of Selkirk, passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, January 20, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born on April 10, 1933, to William C. and Anne E. (Bensinger) in Albany. He is survived by his children: Thomas Jr. (Barbara), Joseph (Michele), Jane Conway (Joseph), Timothy (Chantal); grandchildren Henry (Carla),...
Smith, Jaclyn J.
Jan 18, 2023
East Greenbush, NY- Jaclyn J. Smith known to many as “Jackie"and/or Aunt “Ka” passed away at her home suddenly Wednesday, January 18, 2023. She was born in October 1984. Jackie was a graduate of Columbia High School in 2002. Jaclyn worked with disabled adults and took great pride while doing so. Jaclyn was recently predeceased by her mother Mary...
Devost, Timothy A.
Jan 14, 2023
GLENMONT- Timothy A. DeVost, 83, passed away peacefully at home with his daughters by his side on Saturday, January 14, 2023. Tim was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass on Monday, January 23, 2023 at 10:30 am at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 35 Adams Place, Delmar. Interment...
Archer, Mary A.
Jan 13, 2023
ALBANY- Mary A. Archer, 76, passed away Friday, January 13, 2023 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Albany and educated in Ravena, she was the daughter of the late Felix and Anna Mae Haynes. Mary worked for over 30 years at Albany Medical Center, first in the food service department and later with the SITS program. She loved taking...
Guest, Harry R.
Jan 7, 2023
LOUDONVILLE- Harry Russell Guest, 89, passed peacefully January 7, 2023 at home with his wife and sons at his side. He was born in Albany in 1933, the son of the late Amy and Russ Guest,Harry was a graduate of Albany High School Class of 1952. He received both his bachelor and Master’s degree from Siena College. Harry was...
Riley, James Donald
Jan 7, 2023
ALBANY- James Donald Riley, “Don”, 95, passed away peacefully at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital on January 7, 2023. A life-long Albany resident, Don was the son of the late Jim and Kathryn Riley and husband for66 years of the late Anita “Nettie” Riley. A graduate of St. James Institute and Christian Brothers Academy, he enlisted in...
Rukwid, Heidi A.
Dec 31, 2022
ALBANY- Heidi A. Rukwid, 56, passed away suddenly December 31, 2022 at home. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Paul Sr. and Constance Rukwid. Heidi was a graduate of Bethlehem Central High School. She was a bus driver for the South Colonie School District, the Center for Disability Services and served as Transportation Specialist with...
Harrington, Dr. George
Dec 30, 2022
ALBANY- Dr. George Harrington, 82, passed away following a short illness on December 30, 2022 in the comfort of his home. Born in Liverpool, United Kingdom during the bombings of World War II, he was the son of Alexander and Susannah Harrington. A much beloved father, brother, uncle and friend, he is survived by his daughter, Dr. Alexandra Harrington,...
Wong, Lucy E.
Dec 29, 2022
ALBANY - Lucy Esther Wong, 89, died peacefully in her sleep at Kingsway Arm Nursing Center Thursday, December 29,2022. Lucy was born in Albany in 1933. She attended Livingston Junior High, and graduated from Albany High School in 1951. From an early age, Lucy dedicated her life to service and activism. Whether caring for family, friends and her beloved...
Fedele, Helen L.
Dec 26, 2022
ALBANY- Helen L. (Cross) Fedele, 85, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on December 26, 2022. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late William and Helen Kallner Cross, Sr. Helen graduated from St. Ann’s Academy and attended the College of St. Rose. She worked for the New York State Dept. of Education and NY...
Perez, Gladys
Dec 22, 2022
ALBANY- Gladys Perez, 73, passed away on December 22, 2022 at Albany Medical after suffering an illness on November 5, 2022. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by her passing. She was born on October 16, 1949. Gladys is survived and missed by her 7 children, Virginia, Jessica, Fausto (Jimmy), Jose (Papito), Madeline, Michelle, and Carlos. She is...
Dejoie, Mary Jane
Dec 19, 2022
ALBANY- Mary Jane DeJoie, 92, passed away Monday, December 19, 2022. Mary Jane was born in Coeymans, NY to her beloved parents Pasquale and Angeline Zampella DeJoie and in 1947 she moved with her family to Albany. Mary Jane was a graduate of Albany High School and worked for the NYS Department of Transportation for nearly four decades until...
Ragone, Donald E.
Dec 18, 2022
DELMAR - Donald E. Ragone, 83, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family following an 18-year battle with prostate cancer on Sunday, December 18, 2022. He was born in 1939, the son of the late Donald A. Ragone and Marion (Stewart) Weidman. Donald was raised in Albany by his grandparents Leonard and Catherine Ragone. He graduated from...
Smith, Mary Ellen
Dec 11, 2022
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL- Mary Ellen Smith also affectionately referred to as “Pudsy, Mom or Nana” passed away peacefully at home with her eldest daughter and grandsons on Sunday, December 11, 2022. She was born in August 1958. Predeceased by her parents, William (Bill) and Virginia Robinson (Williams), and her sister, Kathleen (Kathy) Klimek. Mary Ellen leaves behind many...
Mccann, William F.
Dec 5, 2022
ALBANY-William F. McCann, 88, passed away peacefully Monday, December 5, 2022, at The Teresian House. Bill was born in Utica, NY and attended St Francis De Sales High School. He was the son of the late Edward P. McCann and Margaret McGuinness McCann. Bill McCann started his career as a Union Steamfitter for Local in 79 in Utica in...
Hall, Otis L.
Dec 4, 2022
ALBANY- Otis Lee Hall, was born in Albany, NY on May 23, 1946 and entered into eternal rest on December 4, 2022. He was educated in the Albany School District, received a certificate of construction and maintenance from Hudson Valley Community College, and served in the United States Navy. He retired from NYS Office of General Services after over...
Augello, Carmella Dc Sr.
Dec 2, 2022
MENANDS- Sister Carmella Augello, DC baptized Anna, Daughter of Charity, died at St. Louise House in Menands, on Friday December 2, 2022, one day before her 104thbirthday. She was born in the North End Neighborhood of Boston, MA on Dec. 3, 1918 to Grazia Gioia and Mateo Augello. She had one sister Marie. After high school, she worked as...
Denninger, Susan E.
Nov 29, 2022
ALBANY- Susan Tesch Denninger, 74, passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at home. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late William and Rita Tesch. Susan graduated from Philip Schuyler High School, where she met her future husband Robert. She worked in the medical records department at St. Peter’s Hospital and retired from Albany Medical Center as...
Bartley, Edward J. Iii
Nov 27, 2022
BOLTON LANDING- Edward J. Bartley III (Ed) of Bolton Landing, NY and Ft. Lauderdale, FL, passed away peacefully at Albany Medical Center on November 27, 2022 at the age of 82, having lived an incredible life. Ed was born in Albany, New York to Louise Crisorio and Edward J. Bartley, Jr., who predeceased him. He graduated from Vincentian Institute...
