Weeks, James W.
Dec 25, 2021
COHOES- James W. Weeks, 83 passed away peacefully at home on Christmas moring December 25, 2021. Born, educated and raised in Hudson, NY he was the son of the late Alvin and Louise (Girard) Weeks. After serving in the US Navy, Jim went to work for the former Dorn’s Transportation in Colonie with his brother Al for many years,...
Scarpellino, Mary L.
Dec 22, 2021
RENSSELAER- Mary L. Scarpellino, 73, passed away suddenly at home on Wednesday, December 22, 2021. Born and educated in Albany, she was the daughter of the late William and Helen Riley. Mary worked for the NYS Research Foundation and was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. She was the wife of John Scarpellino: mother of Robert Giacomino,...
Casillo, Robert H.
Dec 15, 2021
ALBANY- Robert H. Casillo, 86, passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at Shaker Place. Born in Keene, NH, he was the son of the late Guy and Louise (Bulley) Casillo. Bob was the husband of the late Marguerite (Fiato) Casillo. Bob served in the US Army during the 1950s. He was a firefighter for the City of Albany...
Dunbar, Joseph J. Jr.
Dec 14, 2021
GUILDERLAND- Joseph J. Dunbar, Jr. 88, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 in the comfort of his home. Born in New York City, Joe was the son of the late Joseph Dunbar and Doris Irene Hammond. Joe worked as a pressman for Williams Press and Boyd Printing. He was a member of the Elks Club and enjoyed spending...
Quinlan, Phillip D.
Dec 11, 2021
COHOES- Phillip D. Quinlan, 90 passed away on Saturday, December 11, 2021 Born in West Springfield, MA he was the son of the late Albert A and Cora (Jerdo) Quinlan. Phil worked for General Electric as a Nuclear Engineer for many years. He served in the US Navy during the Korean War. Husband of Beverly (Bower) Quinlan; father of...
Colfels, Philomena Gioeni
Dec 8, 2021
ALBANY- Philomena Gioeni Colfels, 93, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 08, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospital. Born in Troy, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Concetta Breda. Philomena was predeceased by her husband Anthony Gioeni, and second husband Benard Colfels; and her daughter Antoinette Gioeni. Philomena was the youngest and last remaining sibling in her family....
Martin, Neil E.
Dec 3, 2021
FEURA BUSH – Neil E. Martin, 71, passed away Friday, December 3, 2021 at home after he fought cancer valiantly for 3 years with his wife Wanda by his side. Born in Albany he graduated from Ravena-Coeymans High School and was the son of the late Fortis and Naomi Hannay Martin. Neil worked for BOC/Linde for over 35 years...
Snyder, Lita M.
Nov 30, 2021
ALBANY- Lita M. Snyder, 88, wife of the late Henry F. Snyder passed away peacefully on November 30, 2021 surrounded by family after a brief illness. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late William and Mary Ayers (Charles Hart). Lita was a graduate of St. James Grammar School and Vincentian Institute. She was the devoted mother...
Koch, Karl J.
Nov 28, 2021
ALBANY- Karl J. Koch, 79, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at St. Peter’s hospital from complications due to COVID -19. Karl was born in Albany, the son of the late Charles and Jessie (Wullschleger) Koch. He graduated from Albany High School and served in the National Guard. Karl was a Systems Analyst with BOCES. He was Past...
Finan, William J.
Nov 27, 2021
ALBANY- William J. Finan, 55, entered into eternal life on November 27, 2021. Raised in Bay Shore, NY Bill was the adored son of John F.X and Stella Finan. He is the cherished brother of Catherine (Michael) Fredette, Gerard (Christine) Finan, Jane (Victor) Arena, his “Irish twin” Sean (Janine) Finan with whom he shared a special bond, and the...
Barron, Kristin P.
Nov 26, 2021
ALBANY- Kristin P. Barron, 68, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2021. Born in Bedford, England, she was the daughterof the late Patrick and Elizabeth Barron. She is survived by her husband Steven Shashok, her daughters Kaitlyn and Tegan Barron-Shashok, her sister Maria Kenyon, and friends and family around the world. Kristin led a full life characterizedby her commitment...
Kent, Linda Marie
Nov 25, 2021
DELMAR - Linda Marie (Maine) Kent passed away on November 25, 2021 and went to be with our Lord and Savior. She will be deeply missed. She was known to be a partner-in-crime to some; to others she was the best storyteller; and to others, she was known for trying to make every situation better. She would give you...
Santiago, Juan Padua
Nov 18, 2021
ALBANY- Juan Padua Santiago,54, died Nov. 18, 2021. Graveside service Tuesday 10 am in Albany Rural Cemetery, Menands
Asprion, Frederick S.
Nov 13, 2021
ALBANY- Frederick S. Asprion, 77, passed away Saturday, November 13, 2021. Born and educated in Albany, he was the son of the late Frederick and Esther (Kosinski) Asprion. Fred was a Marine Corps. Veteran of the Vietnam Era. He was a licensed funeral director for several years in Ravena and later worked for Colonie Liquor Distributors. Fred was predeceased...
Anthony, Kori Patrice
Nov 9, 2021
ALBANY — Kori Patrice Anthony, 42, died unexpectedly on November 9, 2021. A beautiful free spirit, Kori leaves behind two daughters to cherish her memory - Jaida Cheyenne and Kiara Kiessence, and Jaida and Carlos’ soon-to-be-born son, Caiden. She also leaves behind her mother, Donna Burns Stewart (Nelson), and father, Phil Anthony. Kori is survived by her sister, Shayne...
Fazzio, Catherine A.
Nov 6, 2021
DELMAR – Catherine A. Fazzio, 90, passed away Saturday, November 6, 2021 at St. Peter’s Nursing and Rehab Center. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Dominick and Providence (Ravida) Fazio. Catherine is the sister of Rose Guidara and the late Santina Fazzio. She is also survived by many cousins. A special thanks to the staff...
Curcurito, Emily J.
Nov 5, 2021
ALBANY- In loving memory of Emily J. Curcurito, 98, who passed away peacefully at home on Friday, November 05, 2021 with her daughter Connie by her side. She was born in Amsterdam, NY and was predeceased by her parents John and Anna (Rupe) Kula; also her beloved husband of 70 years, Charles J. Curcurito and brothers Andrew, Michael, Joseph...
Holloway, Jack
Nov 5, 2021
ALBANY- John J. “Jack” Holloway, 67, passed away suddenly on Friday, November 05, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospital. Born in Colorado, Jack was the eldest son of the late James and Jean Holloway and was raised in Albany. Jack was a firefighter with the City of Albany for 20 years. He was an active member and past president of...
Rukwid, Constance M.
Nov 3, 2021
ELSMERE- Constance M. (Curnin) Rukwid, 83, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, November 3, 2021. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Philip and Agnes Curnin and graduated from the Academy of the Holy Names. She was a devoted wife and mother. Connie was a life member of the Elsmere...
Alfano, Michael E.
Oct 31, 2021
MALDEN, MA - Michael Eric Alfano, 49, born in Delmar and a graduate of Bethlehem Central High School and SUNY Oneonta passed away on October 31, 2021 after a short illness. Mike was predeceased by his mother Lea Alfano; aunt Fran (Don) Adelson and uncle Joe Alfano. He is survived by his aunts Delores (Kirk) Koenig, Michele Alfano, uncle...
