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Paul  H. Bellows

Paul H. Bellows

Jul 29, 2016

TROY ~ Paul H. Bellows entered into eternal rest on July 29, 2016 after a long illness. He was born in Troy, NY to the late Harold R. Bellows and the late Mary Ann Ross-Bellows, and lived in Troy all of his life. He was a graduate of Troy High School and a Veteran of the United States Armed Forces...

Sean  Gerald Wakeley

Sean Gerald Wakeley

Jul 20, 2016

Sean Wakeley was born at St. Peter's Hospital on February 17, 1970 to Gail Sherman who predeceased him, and Gerald Edward Wakeley. He was a sweet, active, clever child who captured everyones' hearts. He lived in New York, Arizona and Texas, and then became a citizen of the world. He moved to Madrid and later Barcelona to teach English, and...

John  J. Minehan

John J. Minehan

Jul 12, 2016

TROY ~ John J. Minehan, 85, of Troy, died July 12, 2016 after a long battle with heart disease. Survivors include his wife Judith A. Minehan, sons; Jack, David and Michael Minehan. Stepfather of Tom (Monique), Linda, Steve, Diane, Jon (Amy) and David (Catherine) Duval. Burial will be at the Saratoga National Cemetery at the convenience of the family. There...

Francis  "Mike" Maloney

Francis "Mike" Maloney

Jul 8, 2016

Wantagh, NY ~ Our beloved husband and father, Francis Edward "Mike" Maloney, passed away on Friday, July 8, 2016. He fought till the end with dignity and courage. He was 85 years old. Francis, fondly remembered as "Mike", was born in Troy and raised in Speigletown, where he was a longtime resident. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and served...

Albert  G. Anderson,  Ii

Albert G. Anderson, Ii

Jun 11, 2016

Albert G. Anderson, II of Cohoes, NY died peacefully on Saturday, June 11, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. He was 58 years old. Born in Troy, NY on May 3, 1958, he was a lifelong area resident. Upon his retirement from the United States Air Force, Al went on to become a leader and mentor in the airline mechanics...

Daniel Wayne Morell, I

Daniel Wayne Morell, I

May 28, 2016

TROY Daniel W. Morell, I., 46, of Troy, passed away suddenly on May 28, 2016. Dan was born in Brooklyn, NY on November 22, 1969. He was the son of the late William E. Morell and his surviving mother, Irene Zawasky of St. Petersburgh, FL. Dan attended Lansingburgh High School and worked for Gardenway of Troy and later for Mohawk...

Mai  Tran

Mai Tran

May 28, 2016

TROY - Mai Tran, 70, died May 28, 2016. Calling 4-8PM Tuesday (May 31st) at RIVERVIEW FUNERAL HOME, 218 2nd Ave., Troy. Prayers will be offered Wednesday (June 1st), at 9AM, within the funeral home, followed by a mass of Christian burial at 10 AM at Our Lady of Victory Church, 55 North Lake Avenue, Troy. Celebrated by Fr. Randall...

Mary  Jean Capen

Mary Jean Capen

May 25, 2016

SCHENECTADY Mary Jean Capen of Schenectady, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2016 surrounded by her family. She was born November 4, 1929 in Brandon, VT to the late Harold and Ruth Bishop. She was formerly employed by the Van Dyck Restaurant, Schenectady School District, and Loblaws. She was a member of the Wesleyan Church for the past 70 years....

Paul  J. Barnes,  Sr.

Paul J. Barnes, Sr.

May 24, 2016

BALLSTON SPA Paul J Barnes Sr., 75, passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at Saratoga Hospital in Saratoga Springs. He leaves behind his 4 children Starr Durkee, Paul J Barnes Jr., Rita Trombley and her husband Jay, and Alisa Barnes; 9 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren; and his brother John "Jack" Barnes and his wife Alice. He was predeceased by his...

Harold Thomas "Tommy" Allen

Harold Thomas "Tommy" Allen

May 14, 2016

TROY - Harold Thomas Allen (Tommy, Tom & Gigga) 52, passed away suddenly on Saturday May 14, 2016. Tom was born in Troy, New York, was the son of the late Harold and Jane Allen. He was a construction worker most of his life and enjoyed listening to his loud music, riding his motorcycle and being the life of the...

Lorraine  "Rainy" Lawson

Lorraine "Rainy" Lawson

May 13, 2016

TROY - Lorraine "Rainy" Lawson was granted her heavenly angel wings on Friday, May 13th, 2016 surrounded by family and friends whose lives she touched during her memorable life here on earth. Rainy was born February 3rd, 1961 in Troy, New York to B.J. Lawson and the late Mary Wallace. She received her formal education in the Troy Public School...

Barbara  Brenenstuhl

Barbara Brenenstuhl

Apr 24, 2016

Barbara (Hammond) Brenenstuhl, 76, of Melrose, New York, passed away on April 24, 2016 at her home after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Barbara was the daughter of the late John and Mildred Hammond of Stillwater, N.Y. She graduated from Stillwater High School in 1956 and attended Samaritan School of Nursing graduating in 1960. Barbara was employed by Leonard...

Ruth  Wilkinson

Ruth Wilkinson

Apr 21, 2016

Bolivia, N.C. Ruth (Jeffers) Wilkinson of Bolivia, N.C., passed away April 21, 2016 surrounded by her family that she loved so much. She was born in Latham, NY to Ernest and Marion Jeffers. Ruth attended Shaker High School, worked many odd jobs but settled in and later retired from the Campbell Plastics company after 20 plus years of working there....

Paul  Hans,  Jr.

Paul Hans, Jr.

Apr 3, 2016

TROY - Paul Hans, Jr., retired postal worker of over 35 years and long-time resident of Troy, died on April 3, 2016 at the age of 73. His wife of 44 years, Kate, as well as his sons David and Sean, a brother Michael, and many nieces and nephews survive. Paul was a lifetime member of the Watervliet Ancient Order...

Korey  M. Collins

Korey M. Collins

Mar 31, 2016

Schenectady, NY- Korey M (Kippy) Collins, 60, entered into eternal peace after a long illness on March 31st 2016. Kippy was born in Albany, NY on March 5, 1956 to Kolleen Brimberry and Robert Collins. He graduated from Linton High School and later studied Culinary Arts at Schenectady Community College. He had a longtime career in sales. Kippy had a...

Patrick  F. Ratigan

Patrick F. Ratigan

Mar 30, 2016

Troy, NY- Patrick F. Ratigan, 58, of Troy, died on March 30, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of Jean (Vale) Ratigan and the late Lloyd Ratigan. Patrick attended Lansingburgh High School and was employed at Coburg Village in Rexford, NY. He loved his family and enjoyed family gatherings. Patrick always had a smile on his...

Jose  R. German

Jose R. German

Mar 23, 2016

Amsterdam, NY - Jose R. German, 60, of Amsterdam, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 surrounded by his loving wife and family. For the last 20 years Jose made his home in Amsterdam and was employed at Fiberglass Industries in Amsterdam for 16 years. Jose loved music and chilling on the beach. He will fondly...

Mary  S. Burch

Mary S. Burch

Mar 19, 2016

Troy, NY- Mary S. Burch, 90, of Troy, died peacefully after brief illness on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at St. Mary's Hospital in Troy. Mary resided in Troy most of her life. She was a graduate of Catholic Central High, class of 1943. She graduated from Pratt Institute with her Master's Degree in law library science. She also attended Empire...

Florence  M. Albert

Florence M. Albert

Mar 16, 2016

South Glens Falls, NY- Florence M. Albert, formerly of South Glens Falls, died on Wednesday, March 16, 2016 after a long illness at Diamond Hill Nursing & Rehab in Troy. She was 70 years old. Ms. Albert was born in Glens Falls on November 29, 1945. She was the daughter of the late Azade Joseph and Irene Lena (Allaire) Albert....

Ada  C. O'Donnell

Ada C. O'Donnell

Mar 7, 2016

Lansingburgh, NY- Ada C. O'Donnell, 67, of Lansingburgh, has passed onto her next adventure on March 7, 2016. A daughter of the late Blaine Sumner Atkins and Catherine Magdeline Atkins, Ada was born on a farm in Averill Park and was raised by her grandfather, Frederick Alexander Atkins. She moved to Wynantskill where she met her "best friend from third...

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