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John T. "Jack" Degnan,  Jr.

John T. "Jack" Degnan, Jr.

Aug 6, 2018

TROY~ John T. Degnan, Jr., 99, formerly of North Lake Avenue in Troy, passed away on August 6, 2018 at the Van Rensselaer Manor. Born on June 27, 1919 in Providence, Rhode Island, John was the son of the late John T., Sr. and Irma (West) Degnan. He was the devoted husband of Marjorie T. (Bernier) Degnan, together they were...

William  John Bellows

William John Bellows

Jul 9, 2018

Johnsonville, NY William John Bellows, 62, passed away on Monday, July 9, 2018 at Samaritan Hospital in Troy. William was born and raised in Troy and was a graduate of Troy High School. William worked, 20 years, as a diesel mechanic for Valente Sand and Gravel in Troy. He is survived by his wife; Judith A. Bellows along with his...

William Louis "Lou" Schupp

William Louis "Lou" Schupp

Jul 9, 2018

William L. Schupp Lou passed peacefully into heaven on July 9, 2018. Lou graduated from Colgate University in 1954. From there, he enlisted in the Army. After being discharged, he went to work for Mobil Oil. Years later he started his own business Tri- Co- Lube (Oil Company) in Rensselaer, NY. After he retired, he volunteered for the Catholic Diocese...

Kerristen  Fawne Gibson

Kerristen Fawne Gibson

Jul 7, 2018

Kerristen Fawne Gibson, 38, died suddenly and unexpectedly on July 7, 2018. Kerristen is survived by her husband; Samson Dane, her three children: Alaura Dane, Deven Allman and Talon Dane; a sister, Tiffany Skinner; her mother, Tammy Skinner, a grandchild; Madden Allman and a nephew; Xiion Skinner. A Memorial Service will be conducted on Monday evening, July 16th at 7:30...

Michael  J. Zullo

Michael J. Zullo

Jun 27, 2018

Michael Zullo, 71, of Clifton Park, NY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 at Daughters of Sarah nursing center in Albany, NY. Born in Queens, NY, on February 2, 1947, Michael was employed as an air traffic controller while living with his wife, Judith, and their children in Shirley, NY. Later, he and his family moved to Bowie,...

Maris  Jean Lodge

Maris Jean Lodge

Jun 25, 2018

Troy, NY Maris Jean (Hackett) Lodge, 86, passed away peacefully Monday, June 25th, at Van Rensselaer Manor Nursing Home in Troy, New York. She was born in Saranac, New York to the late Ray Alton Hackett and Lillian Jetta (Craig) Hackett on February 18, 1932 and was a long time resident of the Saranac/Dannemora area. Besides her parents she is...

David  S. Urquhart

David S. Urquhart

Jun 8, 2018

Troy, NY David S. Urquhart, 78, passed away on Friday, June 8, 2018 at Samaritan Hospital after a short illness. Born in Cohoes, David spent most of his life in Troy. He was employed for 30 years as a groundsman for Albany Rural Cemetery in Menands. After retiring from Albany Rural, David worked maintenance, part-time at the Rensselaer County Courthouse...

Joyce  W. Hedberg

Joyce W. Hedberg

Jun 5, 2018

Troy, NY Joyce Hedberg Joyce Hedberg, 87, of Troy, beloved wife of the late Walter Hedberg, went home to be with the Lord on June 5, 2018. Born in Patchogue, NY, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Elizabeth Albin (Leo) and beloved step-daughter of Harold Leo. Joyce volunteered at St. Marys Hospital in Troy, NY. She enjoyed...

Susan  M. Gongola

Susan M. Gongola

May 24, 2018

Troy, NY Susan M. Gongola, 60 of Johnson Road, Cropseyville, died on Thursday, May 24, 2018 at Samaritan Hospital after a long illness. Susan was born in Troy, NY, daughter of the late Harry and Rose Talarico Cummins; she was a lifelong area resident. Susan was a former member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Hoosick Falls, enjoyed bingo,...

Raymond  E. Hughgill,  Iii

Raymond E. Hughgill, Iii

May 23, 2018

Troy, NY Raymond E. Hughgill, III, 38, passed away on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at the Community Hospice Inn at St. Peters Hospital. Raymond was born in Keene, NH, the son of Raymond Hughgill, Jr., and Margaret Hunt. Raymond was a Correctional Officer with the NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision. Besides his parents, Raymond is survived by his...

Walter  Edward Hedberg

Walter Edward Hedberg

May 13, 2018

Troy, NY Walter Hedberg, 90, of Troy, beloved husband of Joyce (Albin) Hedberg, went home to be with the Lord on May 13, 2018. Born in Patchogue, NY, he was the son of the late Gustav and Sarah (Wheeler) Hedberg. Walter served in the U.S. Army from 1950-1952. He worked at The Northport VA Hospital, Eastern Nazarene College and for...

Marie A. "Little Gram" Kennedy

Marie A. "Little Gram" Kennedy

Apr 27, 2018

Marie Little Gram Kennedy, 90, peacefully passed away on April 27, 2018 in East Greenbush, NY. Marie was born in Boston, Massachusetts and was the daughter of Charles and Caroline Kennedy. Marie lived a full and beautiful life. She loved to travel the world with both friends and family. She enjoyed the arts, golfing, reading, and most of all, spending...

Frankie W. "Big Daddy" Hathaway,  Sr

Frankie W. "Big Daddy" Hathaway, Sr

Apr 24, 2018

Frankie W. Big Daddy Hathaway 39, of Troy NY, passed away suddenly on April 24 2018. He was born in Troy, NY on October 30, 1978 Frankie worked for Millwood incorporated since 2004. He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Amber and his children; Brittany and Frankie Jr., Survivors also include his parents Hope Schermerhorn, James (Tammy) Hathaway...

Irene  B. Hegarty

Irene B. Hegarty

Apr 18, 2018

Irene B. Hegarty, 100 passed away on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at VanRensselaer Manor after a short illness. Irene was born in Troy, daughter of the late Herbert J. and Jennie E. Green King. Except for a 20-year period when she lived in East Troy, Wisconsin, Irene was a lifelong resident of Troy, NY. Irenes employment history was wide and...

Marylou  A. Pierre

Marylou A. Pierre

Apr 17, 2018

MaryLou Ann Stephanowski Pierre, of Waterford, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 17th, after a long illness. Born in Waterford, she was the daughter of the late John and Mildred Stephanowski, wife of the late Donald Pierre Sr. and sister of the late John R. Stephanowski. She is survived by her sister, Betty Gwinn, Sister in...

John E. "Johnny" Delap

John E. "Johnny" Delap

Apr 14, 2018

John Edward Delap, 37 of Watervliet died on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at Samaritan Hospital after a sudden illness. Born in Troy, NY on May 12, 1980, Johnny was the son of Jack and Cindy Forner Delap of Johnsonville, NY. He was employed for 10 years as a Courier with Fed Ex and was a highly respected member of the...

John  B. Russell

John B. Russell

Apr 10, 2018

John B. Russell, passed away on Tuesday, April 10, 2018, surrounded by his loving family, he was 77 years old. Born and raised in Troy, NY, he was the son of the late Omar and Florence Coyne Russell. John served his country proudly in the US Army and worked for Bendix in Green Island for over 30 years retiring in...

Linda  Keil

Linda Keil

Apr 9, 2018

Linda Keil, 63, died on Monday, April 9, 2018 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peters Hospital after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Linda was born in Niskayuna the daughter of Doris Wilson Bosc and the late Vincent Bosc. She lived most of her life in the Rotterdam area before moving to Guilderland 15 years ago, Linda was...

Patricia  A. Leach

Patricia A. Leach

Mar 22, 2018

Patricia A. Leach, 79, passed away at home on March 22, 2018 in Troy, NY. She was the widow of Gerald T. Leach Sr., they were married on November 11, 1959. Patricia was born in Jamaica Queens, NY. She was the daughter of Thomas and Veronica Mertz-Chewins. She graduated from Catskill High School and was the Broker and Owner of...

Theresa  A. Smith

Theresa A. Smith

Mar 16, 2018

Theresa A. Smith, 56 passed away on Friday, March 16, 2018, after being stricken at her home. Born in Troy, NY, Theresa spent most of her life in Green Island before moving to Cohoes 8 years ago. She was employed for the better part of twenty years as a housekeeper for both the Super 8 and Best Western Hotels. Theresa...

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