Obituaries
Linda Burl
Aug 4, 2021
Linda Burl, 65, of Nassau, died peacefully at Rosewood Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on August 4. The daughter of the late David and Marjorie Mehleisen, Linda was a Columbia High School graduate and served her community as a driver for children with disabilities at Rejah Group School Bus. In addition to her parents, Linda was predeceased by her beloved husband...
Jeanette Reed
Jul 30, 2021
Jeanette Brown Reed, 79, of Old Chatham passed away at her home on July 30, 2021, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Jeanette is survived by her siblings Dolores (Dutch) and Spouse Bill Heilmann, Terrance and spouse Regina Brown, and The James Brown; children, Bonnie M. Brennan, Jacob R. Reed Jr., Theresa A. Reed and Sherry J. Bashaw; grandchildren...
Karen Ayer-Distaula
Jul 22, 2021
Karen Ayer-DiStaulaWakefield, MAOn July 22, 2021, our wonderful daughter passed into the Lord’s arms after a three-year battle with cancer. The daughter of William and Barbara Ayer; sister of Leann Ayer and Michael (Theresa) Ayer; loving mother of Michael John and William James DiStaula; grandmother of William and Jonathan DiStaula; aunt of Alexander Ayer and loving companion to Gene Frances...
Elizabeth M. Bishop
Jul 21, 2021
Elizabeth "Liz" Mary Bishop (Sgambelluri/Conti) of Carman Senior Living Community in Schenectady, NY (formerly of Nassau, NY) with great sadness has been sent on her Heavenly Journey home on July 21, 2021 at Samaritan Hospital Troy, NY at the age of 75. Elizabeth was born October 15, 1945 in NYC, the daughter of Joseph J. Sgambelluri, Anthony J. (Clara H.Pelton)...
Colleen Dollard
Jun 28, 2021
Colleen Elizabeth Dollard, 73, of East Schodack, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2021 with her family at her bedside. Born March 17, 1947, Colleen was a free spirit who enjoyed reading a good book. She also enjoyed watching TV with her friend, Joseph Berrios. She is predeceased by her mother, Mary McKenzie Dollard and sister, Kay Dollard Chester. She...
Richard Leavenworth Jr.
Jun 28, 2021
Richard Leavenworth Jr. 77 of West Lebanon passed away at the Hospice Inn in St. Peter’s Hospital on June 28, 2021. Born in Pittsfield MA, he was the son of the late Richard and Alice Leavenworth. Richard was a self-employed carpenter who took on many projects including building his own house and his latest project, his son’s house. He worked...
Irene Rings
Jun 20, 2021
Irene Rose Rings went home to be with her lord on Sunday, June 20, 2021, passing peacefully in her sleep with family at her side.Irene was born on September 3, 1921 to the late Frank W. and Catherine Murray, founders of Murrays Beach Lyons Lake. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph E. Rings. Beloved mom of sons, Robert, William,...
Anna Mary Dacey
Jun 19, 2021
Anna Mary Dacey, 87, of Nassau passed away June 19, 2021 at the Grand @ Barnwell in Valatie after a long battle with dementia.Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late William T. and Mary Coyle. While having many jobs during her life, her favorite was the 12 years she spent as a teacher's aide for Questar 3...
Lisa M. Rossello
Jun 18, 2021
Lisa M. Rossello, 56, of Nassau passed away June 18, 2021 in the Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital. Born in Albany she was the cherished daughter of Virginia and Paul Doherty and the late George Myers. Lisa started her career with the State of New York immediately after high school and retired in 2020 after 37 years of service....
Jean F Klimack
May 25, 2021
Klimack, Jean FJean F. Klimack, 76, of Schodack, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 25, 2021. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late John and Pearl Wiltsey. Jean is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Andrew R Klimack. Jean graduated from Vincentian Institute in Albany. She went on to work for the New...
Dolores J Gruber
May 16, 2021
Dolores June Gruber, 90, of Nassau, NY passed away peacefully at home on May 16, 2021. Born in Kingston, NY, Dolores was the daughter of the late Dionisio and Fannie Mauro of Glasco, NY. Dolores was a lifetime resident of Saugerties, NY, and graduated from Saugerties High School in 1948. Following graduation, she immediately began to work for Ulster County...
Gary R. Pulsifer
May 14, 2021
Gary R. Pulsifer, 83, of East Greenbush passed away at home on May 14, 2021. Born in Lewis, NY he was the son of the late Raymond and Carrie Pulsifer. Gary graduated from Schuyler High School, enlisted with the Army National Guard and went on to apprentice as a carpenter and a welder before joining the Carpenters Local #370, now...
John Lewis Jr.
May 14, 2021
It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of John Lewis Jr. on May 14, 2021. He was the beloved husband of Jody Lewis, loving father of daughters, Lindsay Anne Lewis Walford (Rick) and Jaime Michelle Lewis and loved grandpa to Eric and Logan Walford. He also leaves behind his cousins Jackie Ward, Diane Williams Streety and...
Russell E. Decker Jr.
May 10, 2021
Russell “Hoppy” E. Decker Jr., of the Village of Nassau, who was a memorable character to all who knew him, passed away May 10, 2021 at Samaritan Hospital. He was 97 years old. Hoppy was born in 1923 in Niagara Falls, NY, the son of the late Russell E. Decker Sr. and Marjorie (Haven) Decker. Hoppy’s family moved to the...
Rosemary Varian
Apr 24, 2021
Rosemary Varian, 82, of East Schodack passed peacefully at home on April 24, 2021 surrounded by family. Born in Stephentown she was the daughter of the late George and Ella Scrum. Rosemary was employed by the East Greenbush Central School District as a bus driver for 26 years. She enjoyed painting, bird watching, flowers and animals. Her greatest love was...
John Jacobie Sr.
Apr 16, 2021
John (Jack) Jacobie, 84, of Mims, FL, passed away on April 16, 2021. Wife, Jan, and son, John (Jackie) preceded Jack in death. Jack is survived by his son Ken of Delmar, NY, his sister Joanne Septer, and her spouse Richard (Dick) of Marietta, Georgia. Jack was a long-time resident of Nassau. He has been interred at Nassau-Schodack Cemetery.
Homer P. Lavoie
Apr 14, 2021
Homer P. LaVoie, 90, of Schodack, passed away at home on April 14, 2021. Homer, a beloved husband and father who always gave of himself through his love, laughter and unwavering support; was “Born in a Boat House” - the name of his recently published book about growing up in Tupper Lake and the Adirondacks. Throughout his life, Homer was...
Patricia A. Gilliland
Mar 31, 2021
Patricia A. Gilliland, 69, of West Sand Lake passed away on March 31, 2021 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Albany she was the daughter of the late Warren and Rose (Mahoney) Kunsman. Patricia was an avid bird watcher and overall wildlife enthusiast. She enjoyed taking rides to look for deer and was known to lure wildlife to her backyard...
Doris M Mckever
Mar 24, 2021
Doris M. McKever passed away peacefully on March 24, 2021 in Orlando, Florida. She was born in West Hazelton, PA on May 20, 1930. After graduating from high school in Elmira, NY, she moved with her family to Nassau, NY. In 1951, she married William D. McKever, who preceded her in death in 2019. She is also preceded in death...
William J Platel
Mar 20, 2021
William J. Platel, 80, of Rensselaer passed away at St. Peter’s Hospital on March 20, 2021. Born in Rensselaer he was the son of the late Casper and Lillian Platel. William worked in the maintenance department for the East Greenbush Central School District for 30 years. He enjoyed camping, trips to Florida and Rhode Island and his scotch and cigars....
