Obituaries
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...
Michael A. Winnie
Apr 16, 2023
Michael A. Winnie, 59, of Cohoes passed away at Albany Medical Center on April 16, 2023. Born in Catskill, he was a graduate of Ravena-Coeymans High School and later attended Utica college where he was a member of Alpha Phi Delta. Michael enjoyed painting, good music, and watching football and college basketball, especially the Duke Blue Devils. He was a...
Irene M. Smead
Apr 9, 2023
Irene M. "Sissy" Smead, 92, of New Lebanon, NY passed away peacefully on April 9, 2023 at Albany Medical Center. She was born in Pittsfield Mass. on May 31, 1930 to the late James and Mary (Gwara) O'Boyle. Irene was a St. Joseph's High School class of 1948 Graduate. She was a substitute teacher for many years in the Pittsfield...
Kathleen Villeneuve
Mar 25, 2023
Kathleen “Kathy” Villeneuve whose love brightened the lives of everyone around her, passed on the morning of March 25, 2023 under the compassionate support of AccentCare Hospice Center in Largo, FL. She did her very best to live every day to its fullest while battling cancer. She was 70 years old when she passed away. Kathy is survived by her...
Virginia H. Brown
Mar 25, 2023
Virginia E. Brown neé Haber, “Ginny,” 81, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2023 after a long illness.
She was born in Albany on August 16, 1941 to the late Madeline and Alexander “Skip” Haber. She graduated with the Class of 1959 from Columbia High School, now Genet Middle School, and in 1996 obtained an Associate's Degree in Science from Hudson...
Willem Westman
Mar 23, 2023
Willem Westman, of Castleton, New York, beloved husband of Mia, passed away on March 23, 2023. Wim was born on November 22, 1929 in Sappemeer, a Dutch town in the province of Groningen in The Netherlands. He emigrated to the U.S.A. in 1957 with Mia and her family, and they became Naturalized Citizens. Wim was always a hard worker. He...
Elizabeth Ann Chamberlain
Mar 19, 2023
Elizabeth "Beth" Ann Chamberlain, 48, of North Chatham passed away peacefully at home on March 19, 2023. Born in the Bronx, NY she was the daughter of Barbara and the late Edward Wurzburg Sr. Elizabeth was a loving and compassionate woman who was devoted to giving her children the best life they could possibly have. She had a flair of...
Lawrence Schell
Mar 10, 2023
Lawrence E. Schell, 86, lifelong resident of East Schodack passed away at home on March 10, 2023. Born in Albany he was the son of the late David and Eva (Johnson) Schell. Larry attended the East Schodack School and was a graduate of Columbia High School. He served in the Unites States Navy Reserves and was honorably discharged as an...
Gail N. Tobio
Mar 6, 2023
Gail N. Tobio, 85, of Nassau passed away on March 6, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Albany she was the daughter of the late Louis and Ruth Allrich. Gail was a lifelong area resident and was very devoted to her family and her community. She enjoyed cooking and traveling, especially to Spain where she and her late...
