Obituaries
Patricia Burnell
Aug 16, 2023
Patricia A. Burnell, 81, of West Lebanon, NY passed away on August 16, 2023 after a brief illness. Born on March 17, 1942 in Great Barrington, MA, being the daughter of Natale E. and William R. Huggins.
As a child, Patricia lived in Glendale, MA, later moving to New Lebanon, NY. Patricia began her career, as a research Document Proof Reader...
George H. Field Jr.
Aug 15, 2023
George H. "Skip/Uncle Buck" Field, Jr.
George H. Field Jr., 76, of Veering Lane, Castleton, died suddenly at home on August 15, 2023.
Born in Albany, he resided most of his life in East Schodack and Castleton.
He served in the Armed Forces in Vietnam in 1966 as a Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic. He was honorably discharged from service in 1968 with a National...
Kyle A. Lauster
Aug 11, 2023
Kyle Andrew Lauster, 33, of Rensselaer, formerly of Valatie, passed away peacefully at St. Peter's Hospital on Friday, August 11, 2023 due to longtime medical issues. He leaves behind his parents, Steven and Susan Lauster of Valatie; brother, Toby Lauster of Valatie; girlfriend, Victorianna Ortiz and his fifteen month old daughter Charlotte of Rensselaer. He also leaves many aunts, uncles,...
Bette Jean Tefft
Aug 8, 2023
Bette Jean “BJ” (Montemurro) Tefft, 72, of Nassau passed away on August 8, 2023, at Albany Medical Center Hospital. Born in Yonkers, NY on Feb. 3, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Rocco and Margaret (Cutbill) Montemurro. BJ was a graduate of Gorton High School in Yonkers, NY and went on to attend SUNY Plattsburgh where she earned...
Ethan D. Grossman
Aug 3, 2023
Ethan D. Grossman, 32, of Guilderland passed suddenly at home on August 3, 2023. Born in Albany, he was the son of Cathy Ciriani Grossman and Mitchell (Linda Addario) Grossman. Ethan was a graduate of Chatham High School where he excelled on the football field. He went on to attend SUNY Albany where he earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology,...
Clarise M. Moak
Jul 16, 2023
Nassau- Clarise M. (Therrien) Moak, 94, passed away at Columbia Memorial Hospital, on Sunday, July 16, 2023. Clarise was born to the late Florian and Marion (Fisher) Therrien, as she would say "in the little town of Bethlehem," on July 9, 1929. Clarise was the wife of the late William H. Moak.
Clarise spent most of her life as a homemaker....
Robert D. Hilton
Jul 4, 2023
Robert “Bobby” Hilton, 38, of Castleton, passed away unexpectedly at home on July 4, 2023. Born in Troy, he was the son of Robert and Barbara Hilton. Bobby enjoyed riding his bicycle, listening to music, especially rap, fishing, and was a movie buff.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his grandparents Richard (the late Mary Ann) Hatch...
John S. Barrows Iii
Jul 2, 2023
John Barrows III (26) of Nassau passed away on July 2, 2023. Johnny graduated from Columbia high school in East Greenbush and finished an adult education program for auto mechanics at Questar III in Troy. He worked at Mavis Tire and had a promising career and future as a
mechanic. He was an avid video gamer and computer whiz. A caring...
Daniel A. Crawley
Jun 15, 2023
East Nassau- Daniel A. Crawley, 70, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at St. Peter’s Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Daniel was born in Albany, on October 30, 1952, to the late Francis and Elizabeth (Troskowski) Crawley. Daniel was a route salesman for Heluva Good Cheese and Sure Winner Foods. He was also a car detailer for...
Leylani Everlee Kellar
Jun 11, 2023
Leylani Everlee Kellar
September 19, 2022 to June 11, 2023
Leylani Everlee Kellar gained her wings and joined the angels unexpectedly on June 11th. Leaving behind a grieving mother, Taylor Swanson, and father, Dylan Kellar. Her beautiful soul is now resting with those who predeceased her: Great Grandmother JoAnn Kellar, Great Grandparents David and Susanna Swanson, Great Grandmother Ruth Jarvis, and Great...
Mark J. Wasserbach
Jun 11, 2023
Mark Wasserbach, 65, of Nassau, NY, passed away on June 11th, 2023. He passed peacefully in his sleep.
Mark was born on April 24th, 1958, to William and Annie Wasserbach. An artistic and independent spirit from day one, Mark was lucky enough to have parents who fully supported and embraced his individuality. He was given room to embrace his talents and...
William J. Mcgrath
Jun 8, 2023
William J. McGrath, 74, of North Chatham passed away on June 8, 2023 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Yonkers, NY, he was the son of the late William and Margaret (Forcelli) McGrath. Bill lived in Nassau and North Chatham most of his life, was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy and a member of the American Legion Post...
Anthony Castiglia
Jun 7, 2023
Nassau- Anthony "Ace" Castiglia passed away at home, on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. Anthony was born to the late Jack and Jean (Ancora) Castiglia, in Brooklyn, NY. Anthony was a Porter with Union 32 BJ of New York, NY. Anthony loved everything that involved music, especially playing the guitar. He was a member of the band Roxzura, where he was...
Barry S. Poppey
Jun 3, 2023
Barry Steven Poppey, 74, of New Lebanon, New York, passed away suddenly on June 3, 2023. Barry was the youngest son of Cora (Wildermuth) Poppey and Michael Poppey and brother of Patricia (Poppey) Fisher and Michael Poppey, Jr.
Barry began his career in the early 70’s leasing the Sunoco Station on Red Mill Road in East Greenbush. He loved working...
Joelyn R. Peterson
May 13, 2023
Joelyn R. Peterson, 74, of Wynantskill passed away on May 13, 2023. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late John and Eleanor Peterson. Joelyn was a fun-loving person who liked spending time with her neighbors in her community and playing bingo. She loved life and was always happy, especially when she was enjoying the company of her...
Lawrence L. Cooper
May 8, 2023
Nassau- Lawrence L. “Coop” Cooper passed away peacefully, at the age of 77, at St. Peter’s Hospital on Monday, May 8, 2023, after a brief battle with cancer. Larry was born in Troy, NY, was raised in Nassau, NY, and was a graduate of the Columbia High School Class of 1964. Coop retired from General Electric/General Dynamics and National Grid....
Richard A. Carpentier
May 3, 2023
Averill Park- Richard A. Carpentier passed away peacefully, at the age of 91, at the Van Rensselaer Manor Nursing Home on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Rich was born in Albany, NY, on November 26, 1931, to the late Louis and Bertha (Surprise) Carpentier. Richard lived most of his life in Averill Park and was an equipment operator for the New...
Denise M. Wurzburg
Apr 26, 2023
Schenectady- Denise Michelle Wurzburg passed away peacefully, at Ellis Hospital, on April 26, 2023. Born in Hudson, NY on March 29, 1976, Denise graduated from Averill Park High School. She continued her studies at Hudson Valley Community College, in Troy. Denise was a long-time resident of Schenectady. Denise will be remembered for being a loving and caring person, who was...
Joseph Hacker
Apr 21, 2023
Joseph Hacker, 87, of Nassau passed away on April 21, 2023, at Albany Medical Center. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Adam and Mary Hacker. Joe was a Columbia High School graduate who went on to serve in the National Guard. He spent close to 40 years as a Plant Operator at Troy Sand & Gravel...
Jeanne M. Carpentier
Apr 17, 2023
Averill Park- Jeanne M. Carpentier passed away peacefully, at the age of 86, at the Van Rensselaer Manor Nursing Home on Monday, April 17, 2023. Jeanne was born in Albany, NY, on September 12, 1936, to the late Lucien and Marie (DeGonzague) O’Keefe. She was a lifelong resident of Averill Park, graduated from the Averill Park Central School District and...
