McCormick, Helen

WATSONVILLE, Calif. Helen Lomas McCormick passed away on December 29, 2005 in Watsonville. Helen was born in New York City and grew up in Westhampton, N.Y. In 1993, Helen moved to Calif. to be near her extended family. She will be remembered for her friendliness and caring, her interest in people, her intellectual curiosity and keen intellect, her energy and her active participation in her community. Helen is survived by her daughters, Margaret (Peggy) Beer of Napa, Calif., Virginia (Ginny) McCormick of Watsonville and Janet Sharron of Aptos, Calif.; her two sons-in-law, five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Valley Heights Senior Community on Saturday, January 14, 2006 at 1:30. Helen's ashes will be laid to rest in Bethlehem Cemetery in Delmar, N.Y. at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be sent to the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.

Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/2/2006.

McCue, Eileen H.    [Photo]

STAATSBURG, N.Y. Eileen H. McCue, CSW-R, 57, died Thursday, December 29, 2005 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Poughkeepsie, after a brief battle with cancer. Eileen's professional career started with an education that includes an associates degree from Dutchess Community College, a bachelor's degree from Marist College, from which she received the Social Work Award in 1985, and a master's degree from SUNY Albany's School of Social Welfare. In 1996, she was named Social Worker of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers, based on her community work that went over and above what is required of a social worker. Additionally, Eileen received the JC Penney Golden Rule Award in 1999, among other awards and honors. She lent her expertise to many boards and committees for various community groups, and was also a Hospice volunteer and a Mental Health Disaster Relief Provider for the American Red Cross. Eileen most recently worked at the Taconic DDSO Clinic in Poughkeepsie along with being in private practice. She also worked at various other local mental health facilities during the course of her accomplished career. Eileen said that she always felt that her work was a calling that she was born to do, as opposed to a career or job. I was always one of those people that others confide in. I was able to empower and help. I helped people see the light at the end of the tunnel. I just always knew that I could help people. I absolutely really love what I do. I am proud to say that I am a social worker. I live and breathe social work. It was meant to be. Eileen loved to travel, but she told everyone that the most outstanding trip was to Africa with the student tour from SUNY. Her experience was filled with a variety of emotions for the beauty, poverty, and for the people. She said, if she never traveled again, that this trip was the epitome of all she had taken. A longtime area resident, she attended the Episcopal Church of the Messiah in Rhinebeck. Born on March 31, 1948 in Kingston, she was the daughter of George and Mary Kruszenski Hallenbeck. Her parents survive in Albany. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a daughter, Rebecca McCue of Poughkeepsie; a son, Brian McCue of Staatsburg; two sisters, Sandy McCabe of Schenectady, and Lisa Reid and her husband Brian of Red Hook; a brother, Steve Hallenbeck and his wife Mary of Albany; nieces and nephews, Kyle and Brea McCabe, Andrew and Victoria Hallenbeck and Logan Reid; several aunts, uncles and cousins; and her former husband, George McCue of Hyde Park. Calling hours will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc., Rte. 9, Hyde Park. A funeral service will take place at 8 p.m. during the calling hours. Rev. Gerald Gallagher will officiate. In accordance with Eileen's wishes, cremation will take place at the convenience of her family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Eileen's memory to the University at Albany Foundation, and sent to School of Social Welfare, 135 Western Ave., RI 183, Albany, NY 12222 to support a University at Albany School of Social Welfare Student Scholarship for the Summer Study Tour to Africa. To send her family a condolence or for directions, please visit: www.sweetsfuneralhome.com

Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/1/2006.

Neri, Carol A.    [Photo]

SELKIRK Carol A. Keim Neri, 72, entered eternal life on Thursday, December 29, 2005 at Albany Medical Center. Carol was born and lived all her life in Selkirk. Carol was a lifelong waitress, employed by many area restaurants including Alteri's. She spent her entire life caring for others. Carol was predeceased by her husband, Albert Neri, and father, Raymond Keim. Survivors include her children, Louis and Margaret Neri of Voorheesville, Tina and Michael Grisanti of Galway, Thomas and Darla Neri of Selkirk and Lawrence and Kristin Neri of Schenectady; her mother, Edna Keim of Delmar; sister, Dorothy of Texas; seven grandchildren, Matthew, Brian and John Neri, Thomas Grisanti and Jacob, Joseph and Samuel Neri; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Friends may call at the Babcock Funeral Home, Ravena on Sunday, January 1 from 5 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, January 2 at the First Reformed Church of Bethlehem, Rte. 9W, Selkirk. Burial will take place in the spring. Those who wish may make a contribution in memory of Carol to the Bethlehem Volunteer Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 246, Selkirk, NY 12158.

Published in the Albany Times Union from 12/31/2005 - 1/1/2006.

O'Lena, Joan Michele

ROTTERDAM Joan Michele McGann O'Lena, 70, of Peter Rd., Rotterdam, passed away after a short illness surrounded by her loving and devoted family, Saturday morning, December 31, 2005. Mrs. O'Lena was a lifelong area resident. When her children were young, she was very active with St. Paul the Apostle Church and its school. She was a den mother for the Boy Scouts, and helped the Girl Scouts. Joan was also active with the Carmen Little League and was a devoted Red Sox fan. Joan's unwavering unconditional love for her family and friends was beyond compare. She was the wife of Thomas O'Lena. Tom and Joan were to be joined by family and friends on January 28, 2006 for their 50th wedding anniversary. Also survived by two sons, Mark O'Lena and his wife Suzanne of Guilderland and Tommy O'Lena and his wife Loribeth of Maybrook, N.Y.; two daughters, Jean Spoor and her husband Robert of Gilbert, Ariz. and Michele Feathers and her husband E. Robert of North Greenbush; her twin sister, Jean Defilippo of Schenectady; grandchildren, Kenzie and Riley O'Lena, Daniela O'Lena, Sarah Joan Spoor, Olivia and Logan Feathers. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her siblings, Billy, Joseph, Donald and Jack McGann, Maura Loehr and Erlene Philips. Services Thursday morning at 8:30 from the Daly Funeral Home, 242 McClellan St., and 9:00 at St. Paul the Apostle Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be Wednesday 5-7 p.m. Burial will be in Evergreen Memorial Park. Contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation Northeastern NY Chapter, 1717 Central Ave., Albany, NY 12205.

Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/1/2006.

O'Neil, John Kimball

ALBANY John Kimball O'Neil, 53, of Albany, died sadly and suddenly at home on Thursday, December 29, 2005. John Kimball was born in Albany on June 10, 1952; he was the beloved son of Eleanor (Fairchild) O'Neil and the late Colonel Dennis Emard O'Neil. He was the devoted husband of 34 years to Maryjoy (Brady) O'Neil, and father to their three adored children, Nancy (Fred) Andersen, Meghan Jane O'Neil, and John Whitney O'Neil. He was the proud and loving Papa of Jason Kimball Andersen (his number one buddy!) Mr. O'Neil is survived by his mother, wife and children, as well as his siblings, Dennis F. O'Neil, Scott K. (Barbara) O'Neil, Melissa A. Macri, Randall P. (Mary Teresa) O'Neil, and his uncle, Dr. David Fairchild. He was also the loving uncle of Lisa Hendley, Dennis P. O'Neil, Alexandra, Gregory and Whitney Macri, Giovanna and Gabriella O'Neil, and a great-uncle to Julia, Sarah, and Benjamin. He was predeceased by a sister, Nancy B. O'Neil, and a brother, Whitney M. O'Neil. Mr. O'Neil had a distinguished career in law enforcement. He was an officer with the Winooski, Vt. and Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Police Departments. He returned to Albany in 1989 and was currently employed as an Associate Training Technician with the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services. He supported and promoted police professionalism through his work with the NYS Law Accreditation Program. Mr. O'Neil also served as a citizen-soldier as both an enlisted and officer member of the N.Y. and Vt. Army National Guard, first in the 1-210th Armor Bn. in Albany, and later in the 27th Armor Div. in Vermont. He rose to become a 1st Lt., commanding an Armor Platoon. Kim was a true family man - He loved his family and the friendships he made along the way in his life more than anything else. He was respected and loved, and will certainly be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him as he touched the lives of everyone he met with his friendly smile and happy heart. Kimball very much missed his father and his siblings, and we hope he is with them now and finding peace in his heart. He left the world a better place because he was in it. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial wake on Monday, January 2 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen St., Albany. Interment will take place privately at a later date.

Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/2/2006.

Pelletier, Shirley E.

SELKIRK Shirley E. Pelletier, 78 years, entered eternal life on Thursday, December 29, 2005 at home surrounded by her loving family. Shirley was a lifelong resident of Selkirk. Shirley is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, William; daughter, Nancy (Russell) McBride; sons, William (Donna) Pelletier, John (Kathy) Pelletier and Stephen (Heather) Pelletier, all of Selkirk; and her brother, Randall Finley of Coxsackie. Shirley was the proud grandmother of William, Robert, John, Jamie, Ashley and Kristina, as well as two great-grandchildren, Spencer and Robert. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and many friends. Friends may call at the Babcock Funeral Home, Ravena on Monday, January 2 from 5 to 7 p.m. with the funeral service to follow at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205.

Published in the Albany Times Union from 12/31/2005 - 1/1/2006.

Pidgeon, Filomena

SCHENECTADY Filomena Phil Pidgeon, 88, passed away December 30, 2005. Predeceased by husband, Louis Pidgeon. Survivors, daughters, Rita (Greg) Ames, Donna (Richard) Dennis; sisters, Ann DiCocco, Clementina Clem DiCocco, Eleanor Cioccke; grandchildren. Services Tuesday 11 a.m. at Light's Funeral Home. Calling hours Monday 4-7 p.m.

Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/1/2006.

Powers, Robert J.

SELKIRK Robert Joseph Powers, 83, graduated and went home with the Lord on Thursday, December 29, 2005. He had been recently hospitalized at the Community Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital. Mr. Powers was born on September 11, 1922 in Plattsburgh, N.Y. and spent his early youth living in Vergennes, Vt. He was the son of the late John Edward Powers and Agnes Lashwa Sansone. Bob entered the United States Army in 1943, serving a tour in India until his honorable discharge in 1946. He worked as a brakeman for the New York Central Railroad, later ConRail, and retired in 1983 after 42 years of dedicated service. Mr. Powers spent many years as a volunteer fireman for the Selkirk Fire Department #1. He taught a Bible study for a number of years, opening his own home to many people seeking the Word of God. In his later years, he gained immense enjoyment contributing weather data to the CBS6 WeatherNet weather spotter project. He also had the company, love and enjoyment of his 13 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren over the past 40 years. His loving manner and gentle ways will be missed. Mr. Powers is survived by his loving wife of 62 years and best friends, Alice R. Turner Powers of Selkirk and their four children and spouses, Alice and Frank Korzatkowski of Selkirk, Marianne and Robert Powers of Earlton, Kathleen and John Pelletier of Selkirk and Joan and Eddie Smith of Auburn, Mass. His sisters, Beulah Watrous and Betty Day, and brother, Jim Powers, also survive him. Mr. Powers was predeceased by his sisters, Margaret Dunn, Catherine Dingman and brother, John Lashwa. All services will be private at the convenience of the family. The family has requested no flowers please; however, in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Bethlehem Volunteer Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 246, Selkirk, NY 12158.

Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/1/2006.

Rogers, Wilmer J. Willie    [Photo]

ALBANY Wilmer J. Willie Rogers, 80, died on Thursday, December 29, 2005. Born in Chesire, Mass., he was the son of the late Alexander and Bridget Rogers. Wilmer was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving his country during World War II, receiving an honorable discharge on August 29, 1946. He was a local musician, playing guitar in the area for a number of years for various bands. Wilmer is predeceased by two sisters, Margaret Peleski and Mary Kurtzner; and six brothers, Clifford, Alexander, Gilbert, Francis, William and Charles Rogers. Wilmer is survived by his three sons, Wayne, Wilmer Jr. and Jimmy Rogers and their mother Nellie. He is also survived by his two sisters, Martha Soloyna and Theresa O'Connor, and his three brothers, Buck, Robert and Richard Rogers. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/1/2006.

Roney, Hubert M.

SCHENECTADY Hubert M. Roney, 72, of Schenectady and Myrtle Beach, passed away at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Pensacola, Fla. on Monday, December 26, 2005. He was born in Preston Hollow, N.Y. on March 8, 1933, the son of the late Hector and Eva Mae Alger Roney. In addition, he was predeceased by four brothers, Malcolm, Vincent, Floyd, and Allan. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Anne Meade Roney of Schenectady; a son, Allan Roney and his wife Brooke of Clifton Park, N.Y.; a daughter, Mary Pitt and her husband Dave of Schenectady; five grandchildren, Ava and Logan Roney, Amanda, Anna and David Pitt Jr.; a sister, Ethelyn Bates of Medusa, N.Y.; many nieces, and nephews including Albert Bates and his wife Carole; a grandnephew, Kevin Bates. Hubert was a longtime resident of the area, working for the NYS Office for General Services for over 35 years as a construction designer. He retired in 1995 and shared his love for camping and traveling with his wife. They spent time at Dagget Lake, Warrensburg and Pops Lake in Galway, as well as traveling the United States in their R.V. They were members of the Good Sam Club and the Family Motorcoach Association. He was a Korean Conflict veteran with the USAF and a member of the American Legion. Hubert and Anne worked with Bishop Joseph Estabrook to help form the Marriage Encounter of the Capitol District and served on the National Board of Directors for the World Wide Marriage Encounter. He was a communicant of St. Paul the Apostle R.C. Church in Schenectady. Hubert was an avid Yankee fan and loved his beer. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Monday, January 2, 2006 at St. Paul the Apostle R.C. Church with Rev. George Brucker, pastor of St. Paul's, as celebrant. Prayers will be offered at 8:30 a.m. prior to Mass at the funeral home. The family will receive visitors from 2-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 1, 2006 at the Griswold Funeral Home, 1867 State St., Schenectady, N.Y. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 810 Seventh Ave., New York, NY 10019.

Published in the Albany Times Union from 12/31/2005 - 1/1/2006.

Saxton Jr., Dr. George    [Photo]

WEST SAND LAKE Early Christmas morning, December 25, 2005, Dr. George A. Saxton Jr. died peacefully in the arms of his wife Anne, the sweetheart he had married 59 years ago. His family had celebrated Christmas together on December 23 and 24 at his home in West Sand Lake, N.Y. At this gathering, he had said, I want to give a toast to all who are gathered here. It takes all of us together to get through life's hard times. I am grateful we have each other because in the end that's all we have. We, his family, will miss him. He had a great sense of humor. He spoke his mind. He led us on many adventures and world travels. He did all this in spite of the highs and lows of bipolar disorder. In recent years, he suffered from Parkinson's disease, but on Christmas morning he simply stopped breathing. George leaves behind his beloved wife, Anne K. Sage Saxton, and four children, daughters, Nathalie Saxton de Perez of West Sand Lake, Melinda White Bronson and her husband Leman Bronson of Burlington, Vt. and Holly Heyman and her husband Richard Heyman of West Sand Lake, and a son, George O. Saxton and his wife Amy of Arlington, Va. He leaves eight grandchildren, Amalia, Joshua and Omar Perez Saxton and Nathaniel, Gavin and Henry White, and Katrinka and Vaimoana Heyman. He leaves a brother, David Saxton and his wife Susan of York, Maine, as well as sisters-in-law, Mary S. Shakespeare of Brookline, Mass., Barbara Barus Marshall and her husband James Marshall of Swarthmore, Pa. and Dorothy Sage of Peace Dale, R.I. A Quaker since adolescence, George was passionate in working for world peace and social justice. He was a founding member of Physicians for Social Responsibility, for which he shared the Nobel Peace Prize. He was a World Federalist and member of the UN Association. Recently, he has taught the Alternatives to Violence Project in prisons in the Albany area. George graduated from the George School in 1940 and from the wartime accelerated program at Harvard College and Medical School in 1946. He served in the Army Air Corps until 1949, studying the effects of atomic radiation on the human body and blood oxygen saturation in Army pilots. He then studied at the Mayo Clinic one year, taught at Peter Bent Brigham and worked in the heart catheter lab in Boston, Mass., one year, and then taught cardiopulmonary medicine at the University of Illinois in Chicago, 1952-59, working with polio patients with respiratory involvement. George brought his enormous curiosity and inventiveness to his medical work, doing early research on blood oximeters, artificial heart pumps and valves and positive pressure respirators. He recognized the power of preventive medicine after observing the effects of the Salk polio vaccine and changed his focus from curative to preventive medicine. He believed that, by bringing medical care to a developing country, the increase in well-being would help prevent the need for war. He also wanted to broaden his children's view of the world. In a gigantic act of faith, he quit his job and returned to school, studying preventive medicine and public health at Harvard, 1960-62. He had no idea where he and his wife and four children would end up. Then, in 1962, the Rockefeller Foundation hired him to teach at Makerere College, University of East Africa, in Uganda. Funding from Planned Parenthood International, the American Friends Service Committee, the Pathfinder Fund and Makerere allowed him to work in Uganda until 1971. He also helped the UN High Commission on Refugees to assess the nutritional status of Sudanese refugees, and he found funding for refugee education. Since his return to the U.S. in 1971, he has practiced and taught medicine in Worcester, Mass., Wilmington and Brattleboro, Vt., University of Illinois, Chicago and in the New York Capital District. His wife Anne often worked with him. They focused on maternal and child health, planned parenthood, the delivery of medical care to underserved areas, the elderly and the uninsured. They received the Margaret Sanger award in 1976. A memorial service in the manner of Friends (Quakers), and in the care of the Albany Friends Meeting, will be held in the community hall of Westminster Presbyterian Church, on 85 Chestnut Street, Albany, on February 12 at 2 p.m., followed by a reception at the church and a bonfire at his home in West Sand Lake. All are welcome. George donated his body for medical research, so interment will be delayed. Gifts in memory of Dr. George Saxton may be sent to Albany Friends Meeting, 727 Madison Ave., Albany, NY 12208. Please indicate whether you would like your donation to go to the Alternatives to Violence Program, Physicians for Social Responsibility, the American Friends Service Committee or Planned Parenthood. Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/1/2006.

Scarfo, Filomena Fanny

SALEM Filomena Fanny Scarfo, 85, died December 30, 2005. Survived by children, Pat (Don) Allen and Joe (Debi) Scarfo; four grandchildren, Stephanie (Keith) Londrigan, Scott Allen, Jeffrey (Sommer) Scarfo and Jason Scarfo; great-grandson, Seth Londrigan. Services Tuesday 9:30 a.m., McClellan Funeral Home, 19 East Broadway, Salem, 10 a.m. Holy Cross Church. mcclellanfuneralservice.com

Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/1/2006.

Short M.D., John Y.    [Photo]

DELMAR, N.Y. John Y. Short, MD, 80, died Wednesday, December 28, 2005 at his home, surrounded by his family, after a three-month battle with glioblastoma. Dr. Short was born June 13, 1925, in Philadelphia, Pa., son of the late George B. and Elizabeth Young Short. He graduated from Olney High School in Philadelphia in 1943 and served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Saratoga from 1943-1946. Dr. Short graduated with a B.S. from Ursinus College in Pa. in 1950 and an M.D. from Temple University School of Medicine in 1954. He served an internship at Swedish Hospital in Seattle, Wash. and completed a residency in internal medicine at Mary Fletcher Hospital in Burlington, Vt. in 1958, under the tutelage of the indomitable Dr. E.L. Amidon. He was married August 9, 1958 to Janice Larrabee of Shoreham, Vt. and they moved to Chester, Vt. where he established a private practice with the Ellsworth Medical Group in Chester. During this time, he served as chief of medicine and president of the medical staff for Springfield Hospital. He and his wife also had four children. Dr. Short and his family moved to Delmar in 1968, where he worked as assistant director, division of clinical research for Sterling-Winthrop Research Institute in Rensselaer, N.Y. through 1975. In 1975, he resumed private practice in internal medicine in Albany, N.Y., which he continued full time through 1996. He was a highly respected member of the medical community and St. Peter's staff and loved by his patients and colleagues for his medical skills, diagnostic abilities, patient and caring heart as well as his extremely dry sense of humor. At St. Peter's Hospital, he served as member and chair of the pharmacy committee, member of the executive committee of the medical staff, head of the section on internal medicine for the department of medicine, member of the quality assurance committee and the research committee. After closing his private practice in 1996, he continued to work part-time for St. Peter's Ambulatory Care Network, cared for the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet at the Provincial House in Latham, worked for the County Health Department and volunteered his time to provide health care for those without physicians at the Poverella Center in Albany. He was a member of the Amidonian Society, the American College of Physicians and the Vt., N.Y. State and Albany County Medical Societies. Dr. Short was a devoted husband and father. He maintained a lifelong interest in philately, railroading, the Philadelphia Phillies as well as the Boston Red Sox, classical music, history and literature. He also enjoyed time in his adopted state of Vt. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Janice Larrabee Short of Delmar, as well as his four children: a son, Jeffery L. Short, his wife Susan of Drexel Hill, Pa. and their children, Matthew, Emily and Colin; a daughter, Dr. Cynthia L. Short and her husband Michael McGuire of Burlington, Vt.; a son, Timothy L. Short and his wife Deborah Holmes of Weybridge, Vt. and their four sons, Cameron, Andrew, Samuel and Lewis; and a son, David G. Short and his wife Diana of North Attleborough, Mass. and their son Daniel; also survived by many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Elizabeth Short Kreckmann. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Community United Methodist Church, 1499 New Scotland Road, Slingerlands, N.Y. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call at the Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Ave., Albany, N.Y. on Monday 4 to 7 p.m. Spring burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery, Shoreham, Vt. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Peter's Hospital Foundation, 319 So. Manning Blvd., Suite 309, Albany, NY 12208.

Published in the Albany Times Union from 12/31/2005 - 1/2/2006.

Snyder, Louise M.

COLONIE Louise M. Snyder, 81, of Colonie, passed away on Friday, December 30, 2005 at St. Peter's Hospital, after a brief illness. Born in Scranton, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Peter and Mary Scholz. Louise was a 1942 graduate of St. Mary's High School in Scranton. Mrs. Snyder has lived in Colonie since 1956. Louise is the beloved wife of 59 years to Willard F. Snyder Sr. She is the beloved mother of Willard F. (Susan) Snyder Jr. of Monroe, N.Y., James J. (Kathleen) Snyder of Colonie and Paul F. (Patty) Snyder of Galway. She is the sister of Frederick (Sally) Scholz of Scranton and the late Robert Scholz; also surviving are eight grandchildren, one great-granddaughter and her dear friends, Warren and Mary Louise Duff. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be Tuesday morning at 8:15 at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155 - south of Central Ave.) then to St. Clare's Church at 9:00 a.m. where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be Monday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Clare's Church, 1947 Central Ave., Albany, NY 12205 or Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, Inc., 800 Stony Brook Ct., Newburgh, NY 12550 in memory of Louise M. Snyder.

Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/2/2006.

Tishler, Victor I.

MALVERNE, N.Y. Victor I. Tishler, born Israel Tishler, died December 25, 2005. Victor was born in Brownsville, Brooklyn on September 26, 1917, and owned Tishler Hardware in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn with his father and brother, Eli, until his retirement in 1988. Victor was predeceased by his first son, Steven, who worked for many years with the New York County District Attorney's Office and the Special Narcotics Prosecutor. Victor is survived by his wife of 64 years, Nina and one son, Harvey, who continue to live in Malverne, N.Y. Victor's youngest son, Nicholas, lives with his wife Alison D. Curley, and their two daughters, Rebecca and Sarah, in Niskayuna, N.Y. Victor was buried in the Beth David Cemetery in Elmont on Friday, December 30.

Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/3/2006.

Valle Sr., Thomas William

RENSSELAER Thomas William Valle Sr., 71, of First Street, Rensselaer, died on Thursday, December 29, 2005 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. Born in Rensselaer on March 29, 1934, he was the son of the late Angelo and Yolanda Baccari Valle. Mr. Valle retired from Conrail in Selkirk, where he had been employed for over 25 years as a diesel mechanic. Devoted father of Thomas W. Valle Jr. of Oahu, Hawaii, Kimberli Marie Valle and Timothy W. (Kathy) Valle of Kinderhook; brother of Gwendolyn Walsh of Ft. Meyers, Fla. and the late Mary Christopher and Virginia Valle; cherished grandfather of Shane, George, Eric, Troy, Asia, Hayden and Brenna; also survived by the mother of his children, Barbara Ann (LaRose) Becker of Valatie; and his longtime friend and companion, Catherine Wieland of Rensselaer. Funeral will be private at the convenience of the family. Morris-Stebbins-Miner & Sanvidge Funeral Home, 312 Hoosick Street, Troy, NY 12180. (518)-272-3930.

Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/1/2006.

Wager, Elizabeth C.

EAST GREENBUSH Elizabeth C. Wager, 84, of Evergreen Commons, formerly of Plank Rd., Poestenkill, died on Friday, December 30, 2005 after a long illness. Born in Poestenkill, she was the daughter of the late Delton H. and Carrie Horton Flint and was wife of 62 years of the late M. George Wager. A lifelong resident of Poestenkill before moving to East Greenbush, she was a member of the Poestenkill Senior Citizens, the Poestenkill Hills Home Bureau and the First Baptist Church of East Poestenkill. Survivors include a daughter, Carolyn (John) Callary of Daytona Beach, Fla.; two sons, Glenn Wager of Castleton and Ross (Cathy) Wager of Poestenkill; a brother, Wallace Flint of Poestenkill; two granddaughters, Jacquelyn Heffner and Sarah Wager, both of Poestenkill, and two great-grandchildren. Elizabeth was the sister of the late Marion Legenbauer, Elwin, Eva, Floyd and Irene Flint. Funeral services Tuesday 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of East Poestenkill with Rev. Jay Bucci officiating. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call at the Perry-Komdat Funeral Chapel, 2691 NY 43 at Glass Lake, Averill Park on Monday 3-7 p.m. Interment, Woodside Cemetery, East Poestenkill. If desired, donations in memory of Elizabeth Wager may be made to the Poestenkill Ambulance, P.O. Box 93, Poestenkill, NY 12140.

Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/1/2006.

Obituary Notices for 1/2/2006


Barkley, Elaine C.
NISKAYUNA Elaine C. Barkley, 42, at rest Saturday, December 31, 2005. Wife of Daniel Barkley; mother of Shawna and Kristina Barkley; daughter of Joseph and Helen Christopher; sister of David Christopher; daughter-in-law of Doris Barkley. Calling Tuesday, 5-7 p.m., DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home, Rotterdam. Service Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., Faith Baptist Church, Rexford. Burial, Memory's Garden.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/2/2006.


Blabey, Margaret
SLINGERLANDS Margaret Ellis Blabey, 95, of Beverwyck Retirement Community, Slingerlands, died December 27, 2005 following a brief illness. Mrs. Blabey, a former teacher at Bethlehem Central High School, was the widow of the late Robert G. Blabey, counsel to the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. She is the mother of Eugene H. Blabey II of Forestburgh, N.Y., the late Dr. Robert G. Blabey Jr. of New Canaan, Conn., David E. Blabey of Delmar, N.Y. and Richard J. Blabey of Alexandria, Va. She is survived by a sister, Sarah E. Ward of Slingerlands; grandchildren, Nancy B. Bailey of Sebastopol, Calif., Eugene H. Blabey III of Lewisville, Texas, Robert G. Blabey III of Naples, Fla., Elizabeth B. Janiga of New York City, Sarah L. Blabey-Rossi of Delmar, N.Y., David E. Blabey Jr. of New York City, Virginia A. Blabey of Boston, Mass., Thomas B. Blabey of Goleta, Calif., Margaret H. Blabey of Anchorage, Alaska and Anna B. Blabey of Alexandria, Va.; also three nieces and five great-grandchildren. She was born on February 3, 1910 to Sam and Margaret Ellis of Utica, N.Y. Her father was a Welsh author and a Bard of the Welsh National Eisteddfod. Growing up in a Welsh-speaking household inspired a lifelong interest in Welsh music and involvement with the St. David's Society, a Welsh cultural organization. After receiving a bachelor of arts degree from Cornell University in 1931, she accepted a position as a social studies teacher with Bethlehem Central School District. She taught in Delmar until her marriage in 1938. During 65 years as a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church of Albany, she participated in many aspects of congregational life including teaching Sunday school, singing in the church choir and serving as a trustee and moderator of the church. With her husband, she co-authored a history of Emmanuel Baptist Church on the occasion of its 125th anniversary and revised it for the church's 150th anniversary. In 1993, after moving to Beverwyck Retirement Center, she continued to manifest a devotion to Christian Worship by organizing Sunday ecumenical services for residents of the retirement center. She played the piano in the services until her recent illness. Other volunteer activities included the presidency of the PTA at School 16 in Albany and leading a Cub Scout pack. She organized the Call for Action problem referral service at station WROW and directed that program for ten years. In 1998, the Capitol Region Senior Housing Project recognized her service by presenting her with a Senior Lifetime Achievement Award. A memorial service is scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday, January 14, 2006 at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 275 State St., Albany. Contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be made to Emmanuel Baptist Church or to Equinox, 95 Central Ave., Albany NY 12206.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/2/2006.


Coffey, Grace
GUILDERLAND Grace Conklin Coffey, 95, passed away on December 30, 2005 of natural causes at the Guilderland Center Nursing Home. She has accompanied her only son, George Miller. She is survived by her three daughters, Nellie Holt, Christina Price and Betty Myers; 13 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 o'clock Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at the Reilly & Son Funeral Home, Voorheesville. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery in Albany. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. in the funeral home. For those who wish, contributions to the Guilderland Center Nursing Home in memory of Grace would be appreciated.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/3/2006.


Cooper, Jeffry A. [Photo]
ALBANY Jeffry A. Cooper, 39, of Albany, passed away on Friday, December 30, 2005 after a long courageous battle. Born in Albany, Jeff is the loving son of James A. and Frances E. Cooper. He resided in Albany for all of his life. Jeff worked in the forestry division at the Department of General Services in Albany. He was an avid outdoorsman and Boston Red Sox and New York Giants fan. Jeff always wanted to own a Harley, and just acquired his first one a year ago. In addition to his parents, he is the beloved husband of Lisa DiSanto Cooper. He is the devoted father of Jeffry A. Cooper Jr., 14, Mariah Mo L. Cooper, 11 and Dylan S. Cooper, 7. He is the cherished brother of James A. (Kate) Cooper Jr., John A. (Donna Donga) Cooper and Joseph A. (Sharon) Cooper. Jeff is the loving son-in-law of Anna DiSanto and the late Joseph DiSanto. He is the beloved brother-in-law of Joanne (Scott) Ferri, Joseph (Gina) DiSanto Jr. and Michele (Paul) Celello. Jeff is the life long and very dedicated friend of Eric Williams. Also surviving are several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and many close friends. Jeff's family would like to extend a special thank you to Jim and Sharon Brown for all of their care, love and support during this long and difficult time. Funeral services will be Wednesday morning at 8:00 at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave.) then to Blessed Sacrament Church at 9:00 a.m. where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Glenmont. In lieu of flowers, an education fund is being set up for the Cooper children, c/o Trustco Bank, 301 New Scotland Ave., Albany, NY 12208.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/2/2006 - 1/3/2006.


DiCarlo, Vincent
REXFORD, N.Y. Vincent DiCarlo, 81, of Grooms Road, entered into the arms of the Lord on Saturday, December 31, 2005 at St. Peter's Hospital with his loving family by his side. Vincent was born January 1, 1924 in Arpino, Frosinone, Italy, the son of the late Serafino and Elizabeth Benaquisto DiCarlo. He was educated in Italy and was a veteran of World War II with the Italian Army. Vincent was a mason in Italy and when he came to America he worked for the Labor Union in Schenectady until his retirement in November of 1986. Vincent was a member of the Labor Union and former member of the Holy Name Society. He was a former member of St. Anthony's Church in Schenectady. Vincent enjoyed cooking, which he did while serving in World War II for the Italian Army. He also cooked at Mama Maria Cucina Restaurant in Clifton Park. Vincent is survived by his loving and devoted wife Maria Giovannoni DiCarlo, whom he married February 2, 1948; one loving daughter and son-in-law, Marisa and Pietro Mastracci of Rexford; two dear grandsons and their wives, Fabio and Stefania Mastracci of Clifton Park, Giuseppe and Pompea Mastracci of Victor, N.Y.; four precious great-grandchildren, Sonya, Giuseppe, Simona and Romina Mastracci. Vincent is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services to which relatives and friends are invited to attend will be held 9:15 a.m. Wednesday at the Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home, 1550 Route 9, Clifton Park, thence to St. Edward the Confessor Church, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Entombment will follow in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Niskayuna. Memorials in Vincent's memory may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Blvd. Suite 1010, Rockville, MD 20852.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/2/2006.


Dolan, George T.
VALATIE George T. Dolan, 75, of Valatie, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2006 in his home. Born December 15, 1930 in Milford, Conn., he was the son of the late George T. and the late Marguerite (Golden) Dolan Sr. Mr. Dolan retired on October 19 as a principal administrative law judge for the New York State Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board in Albany and New York City. After 20 years of service, he retired from the United States Air Force in 1972 as a lieutenant colonel and then retired as a brigadier general in the New York State Guard where he was instrumental in starting the Guards Air Wing Division. During Vietnam, he was chief of bomb and navigation out of Guam for the Strategic Air Command. Mr. Dolan was a former public defender, county attorney and assistant DA for Columbia County. He was a member of the Military Officers Association of America and the Horse Thieves Society. Also he was past president of the state and local chapters of MOAA. George was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle to his, wife Nina (Barnard) Dolan; one son, Michael J. Dolan of Acton, Mass.; one daughter, Molly Barnard Dolan of Valatie; one brother, Robert L. Dolan of Yarmouth, Mass.; two grandchildren, Eric and Jessica Dolan; and one niece, Gretchen Lerach; and four nephews, Elliot Schultz and Ben, Taylor and Jay Barnard. Friends may call on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. in the Raymond E. Bond Funeral Home, Rt. 9, Valatie. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home with a day and time to be announced in Tuesday's paper. Burial will follow in the Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/2/2006.


Faiola, Beverley J.
SARATOGA SPRINGS Beverley J. Faiola, at rest on December 30, 2005. She is survived by her children, Patrick (Winnie) Faiola and Jan (Michael) Faiola Morrissey; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be planned at a later date. Arrangements, William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Home, 584-5373. burkefuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/2/2006.


Gefken, Emma J.
ALBANY Emma Jane Gefken, 90, December 24, 2005. Wife of the late Dietrich Gefken, mother of Leonard Gefken (Frances) of Ramona, Calif. and Betty Thompson (James) of Albany. A graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 3 in Albany Rural Cemetery.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/2/2006.


Hacker, Mary A.
VALATIE Mary A. (Mazur) Hacker, 93, formerly of Castleton, died at the Barnwell Nursing Home Thursday, December 29, 2005 after a lengthy illness. Born in Amsterdam, she had been a resident of the Capital Region for many years. She was a custodian for the NYS Department OGS at State University in Albany prior to retiring in 1977. Mary was a member of the Southern Tier Seniors in Nassau, St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Castleton and AARP for many years. She was a former member of Schodack Valley Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary. Predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Libbie (Apolinia) Mazur, and her husband, Adam S. Hacker. Survivors include her two daughters, Bertha Rivers of Castleton and Martha (Bruce) Rowe of Hudson; two sons, Joseph (Donna) Hacker and Thomas (Michele) Hacker, all of Nassau; her grandchildren, Michael Rivers, Jeanne Morris, Brenda Jenkins, Douglas Rivers, Donna Goodall, Dawne Kelly, Denise Leggett, Joseph Hacker, Patrick and Kristofer Rowe and Ashley Hacker. She is also survived by 17 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral 1:00 p.m. Tuesday from the Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpk., Rensselaer, N.Y. Friends may call in the funeral home on Tuesday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. prior to the service. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, East Schodack, N.Y.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/2/2006.


Huneau, Arthur J. [Photo]
COHOES Arthur J. Ozzie Huneau, 58, of Colonial Circle, Cohoes, died on Friday, December 30, 2005 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Cohoes and graduated from Cohoes High School, he was the son of the late Edmund and Josephine Shagalski Huneau. He owned and operated Ozzie's Bar on Main Street for a number of years. He also worked at Mohawk Paper Mill in Cohoes until his retirement in 2000 due to disability. He was a life member of the Cohoes Rod & Gun Club and was a union member in the papermakers union. He belonged to the Cohoes Community Adult Swim Program. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Linda Ryan Huneau of Cohoes; devoted father to his son, Jeffery Huneau of Cohoes and his wife Lori and his daughter, Stacey Szwetkowski of Clifton Park and her husband Todd; beloved PIP (grandfather) to Olivia and Madison Huneau of Cohoes; his faithful companion, his dog, Chelsea; also survived by his sisters, Patricia Fogarty of Troy, Geraldine Russell of Calif. and Theresa McGuirk of Fla.; his brothers, Terrance Huneau of Cohoes, Joseph Huneau of Ticonderoga, Frank Huneau of Rotterdam, Craig Huneau of Calif. and James Huneau of S.C.; also survived by his sister-in-law, Shirley Huneau of Cohoes. Brother of the late Stephen and Edmund Huneau. Nephew of Theresa Joslin of Troy; also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews; and cousins. The family would like to thank the Community Hospice of Albany County for the excellent care Ozzie received. Funeral Wednesday 8:15 a.m. from the Dufresne Funeral Home Inc., 216 Columbia Street, Cohoes and 9:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, Cohoes where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Waterford. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Contributions may be made in Ozzie's memory to the Cohoes Community Center. For directions and guest registry: dufresnefuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/2/2006.


Jacobs, Mary C.
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. Mary C. Jacobs, 53, died Friday morning, December 30, 2005 at home after a long illness. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late James and Gertrude (Scrafford) Hyatt. A graduate of Linton High School and Central City Business Institute in Syracuse, Mary worked as a tax preparer for Jackson Hewitt in Schenectady. She was a talented crafter who enjoyed needlepoint and crochet. Survivors include her husband, Michael J. Jacobs, whom she married May 11, 1974; four children, Honora Tucker and husband Ken, Michelle Martin and husband Stephen, Michael Jacobs and Elyse Jacobs, all of Schenectady; a sister, Amy Stott and husband James of Argyle; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Tuesday afternoon, January 3, 2006 at 1 p.m. at Bond Funeral Home, Broadway & Guilderland Avenue, Schenectady. Interment in Memory's Garden. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the American Diabetes Association, 7 Washington Square, Albany, NY 12205; Community Hospice, 1411 Union Street, Schenectady, NY 12308; or to Visiting Nurses Association, 108 Erie Blvd., Schenectady, NY 12305.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/2/2006.


Jones, Nannie [Photo]
ALBANY On Friday, December 30, 2005, the Angel of Death came into Albany County Nursing Home to guide our beloved Nannie Jones into eternal life. She was born in Halifax, Va., to the late Mary Adams and Jack Jones. She leaves to cherish her memories, two sisters, Gladys Davis, Halifax and Katherine Devore, Jamaica, N.Y.; four brothers, L.C. Jones and Carl Jones of Jamaica, Calvert Jones of Roosevelt, N.Y. and Hugh Jones of Albany and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral service 12 noon Tuesday at Garland Bros. Funeral Home, 75 Clinton Ave. Calling hour Tuesday 11:00-12 noon at the funeral home.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/2/2006.


Kawka, Pauline [Photo]
WATERVLIET Pauline Ksenich Kawka, 86, passed away Friday, December 30, 2005 at the Springs Nursing Center following a brief illness. Born in Maplewood, she was the daughter of the late John and Melina Urban Ksenich and the beloved wife of Peter Kawka. Pauline was a lifelong resident of Maplewood and attended Maplewood School, Watervliet High School, and the Troy Business School. She was employed by the Unity Life Ins. Co. of Syracuse for over 40 years. She was a skilled homemaker, devoted mother and grandmother who enjoyed her family, crossword puzzles, gardening and tending to her flowers at home. In recent months, Pauline enjoyed and was popular with her fellow residents at the Springs. She was a long time communicant of St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church. Survivors, in addition to her husband, include her cherished daughter, Diane Patricia Sadlemire-Chabra and her husband Douglas of Endwell and her treasured grandchildren, Amanda Leah Tomsa of Vestal, Alisha Marie Sadlemire of Binghamton and Austin Ryan Sadlemire of Endwell and three great grandchildren, with a fourth due to arrive in January. Her sister, Libbie Gloak of Watervliet also survives. Pauline was predeceased by her other siblings, Andrew Ksenich and Eva Donlon. The family would like to sincerely thank the staff of The Springs Nursing Center for the excellent care that Pauline received during her stay there. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 3, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Parker Bros. Memorial Funeral Home, 2013 Broadway, Watervliet and at 11:30 a.m. at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church. Interment will follow in St. Nicholas Cemetery. Friends are invited and may call on Monday from 4-7 p.m. Memorial contributions would be appreciated to the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205. Condolence page and directions at www.parkerbrosmemorial.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/2/2006.


Kutey, Jason
LATHAM Jason, 28, entered Heaven on Wednesday, December 28, 2005. Jason was born in Niskayuna, grew up in Watervliet and then moved to Latham. He graduated from Shaker High School. Jason is survived by his devoted and loving mother, Rhonda (Jeseo) Kutey and predeceased (1994) by his cherished father, David Richard. He left his respected sister, Jennifer (Eric) Larson and nephew, Tyler David of Galway; beloved brother, Damien James; devoted sister, Courtney Kutey and her infant child, Damien Austin Kutey of Latham. He will be sadly missed by his maternal grandfather, Charles A. Jeseo of Watervliet. He left his caring, respected godmother and aunt, Cynthia (Robert) Grimaldi of Nassau, and his aunt, Diane (Donald) Shanley of Saratoga. Jason was predeceased in 1998 by his maternal grandmother, Josephine (Valente) Jeseo and in 2005 by his paternal grandmother, Julie Kutey, and his uncles, Bradford Jeseo in 2002 and Darrell Kutey in 1990. Jason also left behind several loving aunts, uncles, cousins and caring friends. He is survived by his beloved, dearest friends, known as his extended family, Tracy and Peter Klein, their children, Maddie, Gwen and Griffin of Latham and Jason's dear friend, Amy Hudson. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Thursday, January 5, 2006 from 4-8 p.m. at Clinton Funeral Home, 256 Washington Street, Troy. Funeral services will be at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, January 6, 2006 at Jason's home, 34 Dussault Drive, Latham where a Mass of Christian Death and Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Paul Smith. Interment will follow the Mass in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Immediately following interment, family and friends are welcome to a reception being held at the Klein's home, 31 Dussault Drive, Latham. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Jason are asked to share their memories with his family. Jason has laid to rest but will always remain in the thoughts and hearts of those who loved and cherished him.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/4/2006.


LeCuyer, Paul A. [Photo]
LATHAM Paul A. LeCuyer, 86, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, December 31, 2005 at the Albany County Nursing Home. Born in St. Cloid, Canada on October 3, 1919, he was the son of the late Felix and Ida Archambeault LeCuyer. Paul grew up in Watervliet moving to Troy in his adult life and finally to Latham. He graduated the first class of the new Watervliet High School in 1938 where he was captain of the baseball, basketball and soccer teams. Paul served in the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers in Iran Persia from 1943-1945. He entered Siena College in 1946 where he played basketball, graduating in 1949 with a BS in economics. He was employed by Davis Distributing as a sales manager until 1966 when he purchased Clyde Lower Inc. and Gary's Automatic Phono Inc. and served as president until his retirement in 1974. Paul enjoyed racquetball and was a member of several baseball, softball, bowling and golf leagues. He was a member of the Watervliet VFW Post #729 and was a 50 year member of the Watervliet Elks Lodge #1500. Paul is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Barbara Rentz LeCuyer; two children, Rosemary (Robert) Porter of Latham and Paul D. (Donna) LeCuyer of Brunswick; his grandchildren, Chad (Christine) Fowler, Gregor (Joanne) Fowler, Christopher (Dawn) Fowler, David Porter, Monique (Todd) Grimm and Chandree (Nino) Cagliandro; and his great-grandchildren, Noah, Rachel, Ethan and Isabel Fowler and Chloe Grimm. He is the brother of James (Angie) LeCuyer of Watervliet and the late Rene, Alphonse and Albert LeCuyer and Jeanette Haver Berghammer. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the Albany Co. Nursing Home 5th floor staff and the Hospice unit for the excellent care given to Paul. The funeral will be Wednesday at 9:15 a.m. from the Parker Bros. Memorial, 2013 Broadway, Watervliet and at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Latham. Interment, St. Patrick's Cemetery, Watervliet. Calling hours Tuesday 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 498 Watervliet-Shaker Road, Latham, NY 12110. www.parkerbrosmemorial.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/2/2006.


McCormick, Helen
WATSONVILLE, Calif. Helen Lomas McCormick passed away on December 29, 2005 in Watsonville. Helen was born in New York City and grew up in Westhampton, N.Y. In 1993, Helen moved to Calif. to be near her extended family. She will be remembered for her friendliness and caring, her interest in people, her intellectual curiosity and keen intellect, her energy and her active participation in her community. Helen is survived by her daughters, Margaret (Peggy) Beer of Napa, Calif., Virginia (Ginny) McCormick of Watsonville and Janet Sharron of Aptos, Calif.; her two sons-in-law, five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Valley Heights Senior Community on Saturday, January 14, 2006 at 1:30. Helen's ashes will be laid to rest in Bethlehem Cemetery in Delmar, N.Y. at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be sent to the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/2/2006.


Morgan, Myrtle W.
LATHAM Myrtle W. Morgan, 77, of Latham, entered into eternal rest Friday, December 30, 2005, at Albany Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. She was the beloved wife of John C. Morgan for the past 56 years. Born and educated in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Franklin and Edna Wetzel. She was a graduate of John Hay Business School in Cleveland. Myrtle resided in several states before moving to Rockville, Md., where she was employed as a bookkeeper at Rockville Fuel and Feed Company for 11 years. She moved to Latham in 1967 and was a bookkeeper at A&B Optical in Latham for 10 years, retiring in the late 1970s. A member of the Latham Community Baptist Church, she was also a member of the Women's Mission Fellowship Committee of the church. She previously taught Sunday school while living in Md. Myrtle was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who loved to cook for her large family. Besides her husband, she is survived by three children, Gary John (Lisa) Morgan of Fishkill, N.Y., Randy L. (Donna) Morgan of Ballston Spa and Kathy Lynn (Grant) Staats of East Greenbush; 11 grandchildren, Andrea Morgan, Tracy (Derek) Coleman, Alexis, Matthew, Jessica and Justin Morgan, Daniel (Jennifer), T.J. and Alexander Kirsch, Ethan and Evan Staats; her sister, Carol Hutchison of Sunnyvale, Calif. and her brother, Richard Wetzel of Port Richey, Fla. She was predeceased by her grandson, Benjamin Morgan, and siblings, William and Robert Wetzel and Beverly Rebel. The family would like to thank the physicians, nurses and staff of Albany Memorial Hospital's intensive care unit for the wonderful care given to Myrtle. Funeral service 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at Latham Community Baptist Church. Friends are invited and may call Tuesday 4-8 p.m. at the Bowen Funeral Home, 97 Old Loudon Road, Latham. Interment, Albany Rural Cemetery, Colonie. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Memorial Fund of Latham Community Baptist Church, 109 Forts Ferry Road, Latham, NY 12110. Condolence page and directions at: www.bowenfuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/2/2006 - 1/3/2006.


O'Neil, John Kimball
ALBANY John Kimball O'Neil, 53, of Albany, died sadly and suddenly at home on Thursday, December 29, 2005. John Kimball was born in Albany on June 10, 1952; he was the beloved son of Eleanor (Fairchild) O'Neil and the late Colonel Dennis Emard O'Neil. He was the devoted husband of 34 years to Maryjoy (Brady) O'Neil, and father to their three adored children, Nancy (Fred) Andersen, Meghan Jane O'Neil, and John Whitney O'Neil. He was the proud and loving Papa of Jason Kimball Andersen (his number one buddy!) Mr. O'Neil is survived by his mother, wife and children, as well as his siblings, Dennis F. O'Neil, Scott K. (Barbara) O'Neil, Melissa A. Macri, Randall P. (Mary Teresa) O'Neil, and his uncle, Dr. David Fairchild. He was also the loving uncle of Lisa Hendley, Dennis P. O'Neil, Alexandra, Gregory and Whitney Macri, Giovanna and Gabriella O'Neil, and a great-uncle to Julia, Sarah, and Benjamin. He was predeceased by a sister, Nancy B. O'Neil, and a brother, Whitney M. O'Neil. Mr. O'Neil had a distinguished career in law enforcement. He was an officer with the Winooski, Vt. and Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Police Departments. He returned to Albany in 1989 and was currently employed as an Associate Training Technician with the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services. He supported and promoted police professionalism through his work with the NYS Law Accreditation Program. Mr. O'Neil also served as a citizen-soldier as both an enlisted and officer member of the N.Y. and Vt. Army National Guard, first in the 1-210th Armor Bn. in Albany, and later in the 27th Armor Div. in Vermont. He rose to become a 1st Lt., commanding an Armor Platoon. Kim was a true family man - He loved his family and the friendships he made along the way in his life more than anything else. He was respected and loved, and will certainly be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him as he touched the lives of everyone he met with his friendly smile and happy heart. Kimball very much missed his father and his siblings, and we hope he is with them now and finding peace in his heart. He left the world a better place because he was in it. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial wake on Monday, January 2 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen St., Albany. Interment will take place privately at a later date.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/2/2006.


Russo, Carol Ann (McMahon) [Photo]
ALBANY Carol Ann Russo (McMahon), 63, passed away at home December 31, 2005 surrounded by her family following a long illness. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Tom and Rose McMahon. She attended Cardinal McClosky High School and was a former matron for the Albany County Sheriff's Department. Carol was the beloved wife of 44 years to John S. Russo; devoted mother of John M. (Anne) and Thomas F. (Andrea) Russo; proud grandmother of Michael, Nicholas, Thomas, Shanon, Anthony and Justin; cherished sister of Janet McMahon Flint and Janice (Mickey) Gardner; and loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Carol also leaves behind a loyal circle of friends and extended family, including her lifelong friends, Eileen Forlani Nichols, Betty Evans Campoli, Doris Flanagan Barr and Pat Boyd McDermott. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, 9 a.m. at the Historic Church of St. Mary's, Lodge and Pine Sts. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call at Magin & Keegan Funeral Home Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Interment, St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. The family has requested that those wishing to make memorial contributions in lieu of floral arrangements to please do so to The Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/2/2006 - 1/3/2006.


Short M.D., John Y. [Photo]
DELMAR, N.Y. John Y. Short, MD, 80, died Wednesday, December 28, 2005 at his home, surrounded by his family, after a three-month battle with glioblastoma. Dr. Short was born June 13, 1925, in Philadelphia, Pa., son of the late George B. and Elizabeth Young Short. He graduated from Olney High School in Philadelphia in 1943 and served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Saratoga from 1943-1946. Dr. Short graduated with a B.S. from Ursinus College in Pa. in 1950 and an M.D. from Temple University School of Medicine in 1954. He served an internship at Swedish Hospital in Seattle, Wash. and completed a residency in internal medicine at Mary Fletcher Hospital in Burlington, Vt. in 1958, under the tutelage of the indomitable Dr. E.L. Amidon. He was married August 9, 1958 to Janice Larrabee of Shoreham, Vt. and they moved to Chester, Vt. where he established a private practice with the Ellsworth Medical Group in Chester. During this time, he served as chief of medicine and president of the medical staff for Springfield Hospital. He and his wife also had four children. Dr. Short and his family moved to Delmar in 1968, where he worked as assistant director, division of clinical research for Sterling-Winthrop Research Institute in Rensselaer, N.Y. through 1975. In 1975, he resumed private practice in internal medicine in Albany, N.Y., which he continued full time through 1996. He was a highly respected member of the medical community and St. Peter's staff and loved by his patients and colleagues for his medical skills, diagnostic abilities, patient and caring heart as well as his extremely dry sense of humor. At St. Peter's Hospital, he served as member and chair of the pharmacy committee, member of the executive committee of the medical staff, head of the section on internal medicine for the department of medicine, member of the quality assurance committee and the research committee. After closing his private practice in 1996, he continued to work part-time for St. Peter's Ambulatory Care Network, cared for the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet at the Provincial House in Latham, worked for the County Health Department and volunteered his time to provide health care for those without physicians at the Poverella Center in Albany. He was a member of the Amidonian Society, the American College of Physicians and the Vt., N.Y. State and Albany County Medical Societies. Dr. Short was a devoted husband and father. He maintained a lifelong interest in philately, railroading, the Philadelphia Phillies as well as the Boston Red Sox, classical music, history and literature. He also enjoyed time in his adopted state of Vt. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Janice Larrabee Short of Delmar, as well as his four children: a son, Jeffery L. Short, his wife Susan of Drexel Hill, Pa. and their children, Matthew, Emily and Colin; a daughter, Dr. Cynthia L. Short and her husband Michael McGuire of Burlington, Vt.; a son, Timothy L. Short and his wife Deborah Holmes of Weybridge, Vt. and their four sons, Cameron, Andrew, Samuel and Lewis; and a son, David G. Short and his wife Diana of North Attleborough, Mass. and their son Daniel; also survived by many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Elizabeth Short Kreckmann. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Community United Methodist Church, 1499 New Scotland Road, Slingerlands, N.Y. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call at the Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Ave., Albany, N.Y. on Monday 4 to 7 p.m. Spring burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery, Shoreham, Vt. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Peter's Hospital Foundation, 319 So. Manning Blvd., Suite 309, Albany, NY 12208.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 12/31/2005 - 1/2/2006.


Snyder, Louise M.
COLONIE Louise M. Snyder, 81, of Colonie, passed away on Friday, December 30, 2005 at St. Peter's Hospital, after a brief illness. Born in Scranton, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Peter and Mary Scholz. Louise was a 1942 graduate of St. Mary's High School in Scranton. Mrs. Snyder has lived in Colonie since 1956. Louise is the beloved wife of 59 years to Willard F. Snyder Sr. She is the beloved mother of Willard F. (Susan) Snyder Jr. of Monroe, N.Y., James J. (Kathleen) Snyder of Colonie and Paul F. (Patty) Snyder of Galway. She is the sister of Frederick (Sally) Scholz of Scranton and the late Robert Scholz; also surviving are eight grandchildren, one great-granddaughter and her dear friends, Warren and Mary Louise Duff. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be Tuesday morning at 8:15 at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155 - south of Central Ave.) then to St. Clare's Church at 9:00 a.m. where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be Monday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Clare's Church, 1947 Central Ave., Albany, NY 12205 or Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, Inc., 800 Stony Brook Ct., Newburgh, NY 12550 in memory of Louise M. Snyder.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/2/2006.


Tishler, Victor I.
ALVERNE, N.Y. Victor I. Tishler, born Israel Tishler, died December 25, 2005. Victor was born in Brownsville, Brooklyn on September 26, 1917, and owned Tishler Hardware in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn with his father and brother, Eli, until his retirement in 1988. Victor was predeceased by his first son, Steven, who worked for many years with the New York County District Attorney's Office and the Special Narcotics Prosecutor. Victor is survived by his wife of 64 years, Nina and one son, Harvey, who continue to live in Malverne, N.Y. Victor's youngest son, Nicholas, lives with his wife Alison D. Curley, and their two daughters, Rebecca and Sarah, in Niskayuna, N.Y. Victor was buried in the Beth David Cemetery in Elmont on Friday, December 30.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/3/2006.


Wager, Elizabeth C.
EAST GREENBUSH Elizabeth C. Wager, 84, of Evergreen Commons, formerly of Plank Rd., Poestenkill, died on Friday, December 30, 2005 after a long illness. Funeral services Tuesday 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of East Poestenkill. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call at the Perry-Komdat Funeral Chapel, 2691 NY 43 at Glass Lake, Averill Park on Monday 3-7 p.m. Donations in memory of Elizabeth Wager may be made to the Poestenkill Ambulance, P.O. Box 93, Poestenkill, NY 12140.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/2/2006.


Obituary Notices for 1/3/2006

Ambrose, Timothy Allen
KING, N.C. Timothy Allen Ambrose, 37, passed away December 30, 2005. He was born March 5, 1968 in Spring Valley, N.Y. to Teresa Ambrose-Breault. He was a 1986 graduate of North Rockland High School. He was a Gulf War veteran. Surviving are a son, William A. Ambrose; a daughter, Alicia C. Ambrose; his mother, Teresa Ambrose-Breault of Mount Kisco, N.Y.; sisters, Sheila Ambrose of Albany, N.Y., Anna Vargas and Mable Gutierrez of Rockland County, N.Y.; brothers, Ariel and David Vargas. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. TODAY at the First Baptist Church in King, N.C. Burial with military honors will follow. Arrangements, Slate Funeral Home, King, N.C.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


Coffey, Grace
GUILDERLAND Grace Conklin Coffey, 95, passed away on December 30, 2005 of natural causes at the Guilderland Center Nursing Home. She has accompanied her only son, George Miller. She is survived by her three daughters, Nellie Holt, Christina Price and Betty Myers; 13 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 o'clock Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at the Reilly & Son Funeral Home, Voorheesville. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery in Albany. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. in the funeral home. For those who wish, contributions to the Guilderland Center Nursing Home in memory of Grace would be appreciated.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/3/2006.


Cooper, Jeffry A.
ALBANY Jeffry A. Cooper, 39, of Albany, passed away on Friday, December 30, 2005 after a long courageous battle. Born in Albany, Jeff is the loving son of James A. and Frances E. Cooper. He resided in Albany for all of his life. Jeff worked in the forestry division at the Department of General Services in Albany. He was an avid outdoorsman and Boston Red Sox and New York Giants fan. Jeff always wanted to own a Harley, and just acquired his first one a year ago. In addition to his parents, he is the beloved husband of Lisa DiSanto Cooper. He is the devoted father of Jeffry A. Cooper Jr., 14, Mariah Mo L. Cooper, 11 and Dylan S. Cooper, 7. He is the cherished brother of James A. (Kate) Cooper Jr., John A. (Donna Donga) Cooper and Joseph A. (Sharon) Cooper. Jeff is the loving son-in-law of Anna DiSanto and the late Joseph DiSanto. He is the beloved brother-in-law of Joanne (Scott) Ferri, Joseph (Gina) DiSanto Jr. and Michele (Paul) Celello. Jeff is the life long and very dedicated friend of Eric Williams. Also surviving are several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and many close friends. Jeff's family would like to extend a special thank you to Jim and Sharon Brown for all of their care, love and support during this long and difficult time. Funeral services will be Wednesday morning at 8:00 at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave.) then to Blessed Sacrament Church at 9:00 a.m. where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Glenmont. In lieu of flowers, an education fund is being set up for the Cooper children, c/o Trustco Bank, 301 New Scotland Ave., Albany, NY 12208.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/2/2006 - 1/3/2006.


DeMura Jr., Thomas G.
COLONIE Thomas G. DeMura Jr., 66, of Colonie, passed away on Monday, January 2, 2006. He was born in Albany and is the beloved son of Thomas and Mary DeMura. Tommy was a Colonie resident for 39 years and a communicant of St. Clare's Church. In addition to his beloved parents, he is the cherished brother of Donna (Wayne) Carignan of Ballston Spa. Tommy is the devoted uncle of Wayne (Aurora) Carignan and their son, Titus and Brian (Amy) Carignan. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday morning at 9:00 at St. Clare's Church, Colonie. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave). Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


DiCarlo, Vincent [Photo]
REXFORD, N.Y. Vincent DiCarlo, 81, of Grooms Road, entered into the arms of the Lord on Saturday December 31, 2005 at St. Peter's Hospital with his loving family by his side. Vincent was born January 1, 1924 in Arpino, Frosinone, Italy, the son of the late Serafino and Elizabeth Benaquisto DiCarlo. He was educated in Italy and was a veteran of World War II with the Italian Army. He also cooked at Mama Maria Cucina Restaurant in Clifton Park. Beloved husband of Maria Giovannoni DiCarlo; devoted father of Marisa and Pietro Mastracci of Rexford; grandfather of Fabio and Stefania Mastracci of Clifton Park, Giuseppe and Pompea Mastracci of Victor, N.Y.; great-grandfather of Sonya, Giuseppe, Simona and Romina Mastracci; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 9:15 a.m. from the Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home, 1550 Route 9, Clifton Park thence to St. Edward the Confessor Church in Clifton Park where at 10: 00 a.m. the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Entombment will be in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Niskayuna. Memorials contributions made to the American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Blvd., Suite 1010, Rockville, MD 20852.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


Dolan, George T.
VALATIE George T. Dolan, 75, of Valatie, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2006 in his home. He was the husband of Nina (Barnard) Dolan Friends may call on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. in the Raymond E. Bond Funeral Home, Rt. 9, Valatie. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial will follow in the Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


Durocher, John Jack G.
COHOES John Jack G. Durocher, 75, of Diane Ct., Cohoes, died Sunday, January 1, 2006 at Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany, N.Y. embraced by his loving family. Born in Cohoes, he was the son of the late Eugene and Irene Pelkey Durocher Sr. and husband of the late Eileen Legnard Durocher. Jack was a lifelong resident of Cohoes and graduated from the former St. Patrick School and Cohoes High School. He was employed as a foreman with St. Regis Paper and Georgia Pacific in Scotia retiring in 1992. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Korean Conflict. He enjoyed fishing and the excitement of the casinos. His true enjoyment was spending time with his treasured grandchildren. They were the focus of his life. Jack was a communicant of Holy Trinity Parish in Cohoes. he is survived by his devoted children, Debra DerGurahian and her husband Laurence, Karen Amedio and her husband Stephen, all of Latham, Paul T. Durocher of Fresno, Calif. and Kevin Durocher and his wife Mary Beth of Waterford; his adored grandchildren, Jeffery, Amy, Julie, Matt and Sarah; his siblings, Arthur Durocher and his wife Agnes of Schenectady, Bertha Durocher of Waterford, Florence Guild and her husband Chuck of Clifton Park and Barbara Gibbs of Troy. Many nieces and nephews also survive. He was predeceased by his son, John Durocher and his sisters, Irene Cooper and Mildred A. Charbonneau and his brother, Eugene Durocher Jr. Funeral from the Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ltd., 105 Vliet Blvd., Cohoes, Thursday morning at 9 o'clock. Mass of Christian Burial will be from Holy Trinity Parish in Cohoes at 9:30. Interment in St. Agnes Cemetery, Cohoes. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/3/2006 - 1/4/2006.


Entwistle, Grace Katherine
LITCHFIELD Grace Katherine Entwistle was delivered into the hands of God on Thursday, December 29, 2005. Grace is survived by her loving parents, Matthew and Kathleen (Kate) Entwistle; her twin brother, Lucas Xavier Entwistle; older sister, Caroline Ashley Entwistle; her maternal grandparents, Linda and Raymond Hutchins of Niverville, N.Y. and Thomas Connell IV of Troy, N.Y.; her paternal grandparents, Robert and Janice Entwistle of Litchfield; her maternal great-grandparents, Thomas and Shirley Connell of Troy; her paternal great-grandparents, Robert and Alma Entwistle of Litchfield. Her survivors also include aunts and uncles, Thomas Connell of Troy, Michael (Mickey) Connell of Troy, Joann Entwistle, Melissa and Michael Moxham, Rebecca Entwistle and Jason Garguilo, all of Litchfield; many special great-aunts and great-uncles; her cousin, Hannah Moxham; and several second cousins. She was predeceased by her maternal great-grandmother, Caroline Carey and paternal great-grandmother, Grace Ethel Smith. In keeping with the family's wishes, there will be no public visitation. Funeral services and interment will take place privately and at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Smith's Funeral Home, Sauquoit.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


Faiola, Beverley J.
SARATOGA SPRINGS Beverley J. Faiola, at rest on December 30, 2005. She is survived by her children, Camille Hord, Patrick (Winnie) Faiola and Jan (Michael) Faiola Morrissey; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be planned at a later date. Arrangements, William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Home, 584-5373. burkefuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


Gordon, Susan M. [Photo]
ALBANY Susan M. Gordon, 59, died Sunday, January 1, 2006 after a long illness. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Alfred L. and Mary Eva Olmstead Gordon. She was a graduate of the Academy of the Holy Names and Maria College. Ms. Gordon was a registered nurse and certified diabetes educator. She worked at Albany Medical Center in the AIDS/HIV clinical research unit retiring in 2000. She was a communicant of St. Margaret Mary's Church in Albany and Blessed Sacrament Church in Bolton Landing. Survivors include several cousins, her fiance, David Baglione and friends, Carol Beebe and Dottie Dack. Funeral services will be held Friday at 9:30 a.m. in the Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Ave., Albany with Rev. Peter Young officiating. A funeral Mass and spring burial will take place in Bolton Landing, NY. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to the Bolton Volunteer Fire Company, Inc., Advanced EMT-Critical Care, 5003 Lakeshore Dr., Bolton Landing, NY 12814.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/3/2006 - 1/4/2006.


Grasso, Vivian D.
COHOES Vivian D. Grasso, 82, died Friday, December 30, 2005 at the Eddy Ford Nursing Home in Cohoes. Born in Middle Falls, N.Y., she had lived most of her life in Cohoes and was the daughter of the late Sanford and Mabel Baker Humphrey. She was the wife of the late Salvatore (Sam) Grasso. Vivian had been a homemaker but had also worked at Abraham Lansing School, Brennan's Bus Service and Troy 5th Avenue School Bus Co. She was a member of the United Church of Cohoes and enjoyed gardening, flowers, travel and loved all animals She was the loving mother of Christine Grasso and Nancy Peck, both of Cohoes, Judy Perrotta of Greenwich and Brent Nelson of Astor, Fla.; grandmother of Michele (Roger) Evans, Scott Gilligan, Valerie (Jim) Pelc, Leitha (Michael) Germain and Sherrie (Greg) Danio; also survived by several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. from the Marra Funeral Home, corner of Remsen and Columbia Streets, Cohoes with Rev. Nick TeBordo, pastor of United Church of Cohoes officiating. Interment will be in St. Agnes Cemetery, Cohoes. Relatives and friends may call Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


Huneau, Arthur J. Ozzie
COHOES Arthur J. Ozzie Huneau, 58, of Colonial Circle, Cohoes, died on Friday, December 30, 2005 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Funeral Wednesday 8:15 a.m. from the Dufresne Funeral Home Inc., 216 Columbia Street, Cohoes and 9:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, Cohoes where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Waterford. Calling hours TODAY from 4 to 8 p.m. For directions and guest registry: dufresnefuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


Johnson, Herbert J.
ROUND LAKE, N.Y. Herbert J. Johnson, 80, of George Avenue, Round Lake, died Sunday, January 1, 2006 at his home. Born in Beekmantown, April 22, 1925, he was the son of the late Herbert and Alyce Johnson. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Mr. Johnson worked for NYSEG in Plattsburgh and Mechanicville for 37 years, retiring in 1985. He was a deputy for the Saratoga County Sheriff's Department and worked for the Village of Round Lake Department of Public Works. He served on the board of trustees for the Village of Round Lake. He was a member of the Ondawa Lodge 820 of Mechanicville, Clifton Park American Legion, Round Lake Hose Co. and Malta Ambulance Corp. He was predeceased by three brothers, John, Gerald and Lawrence Johnson, and a sister, Bernyce Jaramillo. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Doris M. Hicks Johnson; four children, Cheryl Johnson of Manassas, Va., Karen Wickham of Schenectady, Michael (Amanda) Johnson of Ballston Spa, Jimmy Johnson of Round Lake; a stepdaughter, Janice (Joseph) McConnell of Lewisville, N.C.; three brothers, Bernard (Barbara) Johnson of Del., Richard (Rita) Johnson of Morrisonville, and William Johnson of Champlain. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m., Wednesday at Round Lake United Methodist Church, George Avenue, Round Lake. Memorial contributions may be made to Round Lake Hose Co, Round Lake Road, Round Lake, NY 12151 or Round Lake United Methodist Church, George Avenue, Round Lake, NY 12151.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


Jones, John F.
SARATOGA SPRINGS John F. Jones, 57, died December 31, 2005 at home. Survived by parents, Ellsworth and Betty Jones; two brothers Mark and Matthew Jones; one sister, Dr. Susan E. Jones and a nephew and niece Ryan and Logan Jones. Calling Thursday from 4-7 p.m. at William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, followed by services at 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


Julian Sr., Frederick E.
COLONIE Frederick E. Julian Sr., 92, formerly of Lancaster Street, Cohoes, died at Albany County Nursing Home on Sunday, January 1, 2006, after a short illness. He was born and educated in Troy and was the son of the late Frederick and Betty Deignan Julian. He was a communicant of St. Joseph's Church. He was a Cohoes fireman for 26 years, retiring in 1975. Husband of the late Isabel H. Oliver Julian. He is survived by his son, Frank T. Julian and his wife Sandra of Clifton Park and father of the late Frederick E. Julian, Jr.; father-in-law of Noretta Julian of Cohoes. Brother of the late Frank Julian, Elizabeth Bulson, Helen Bulson and Joseph Julian. Grandfather of Michael and Matthew Julian of Cohoes, Melissa Huneau of Key West, Fla.; Gregory Julian of Stillwater and Tracy Margosian of N.C.; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Funeral Thursday 8:30 a.m. from the Dufresne Funeral Home, Inc., 216 Columbia Street, Cohoes and 9:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Churchwhere a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment in St. Agnes Cemetery, Cohoes. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. For directions and guest registry dufresnefuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/3/2006 - 1/4/2006.


Kutey, Jason
LATHAM Jason, 28, entered Heaven on Wednesday, December 28, 2005. Jason was born in Niskayuna, grew up in Watervliet and then moved to Latham. He graduated from Shaker High School. Jason is survived by his devoted and loving mother, Rhonda (Jeseo) Kutey and predeceased (1994) by his cherished father, David Richard. He left his respected sister, Jennifer (Eric) Larson and nephew, Tyler David of Galway; beloved brother, Damien James; devoted sister, Courtney Kutey and her infant child, Damien Austin Kutey of Latham. He will be sadly missed by his maternal grandfather, Charles A. Jeseo of Watervliet. He left his caring, respected godmother and aunt, Cynthia (Robert) Grimaldi of Nassau, and his aunt, Diane (Donald) Shanley of Saratoga. Jason was predeceased in 1998 by his maternal grandmother, Josephine (Valente) Jeseo and in 2005 by his paternal grandmother, Julie Kutey, and his uncles, Bradford Jeseo in 2002 and Darrell Kutey in 1990. Jason also left behind several loving aunts, uncles, cousins and caring friends. He is survived by his beloved, dearest friends, known as his extended family, Tracy and Peter Klein, their children, Maddie, Gwen and Griffin of Latham and Jason's dear friend, Amy Hudson. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Thursday, January 5, 2006 from 4-8 p.m. at Clinton Funeral Home, 256 Washington Street, Troy. Funeral services will be at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, January 6, 2006 at Jason's home, 34 Dussault Drive, Latham where a Mass of Christian Death and Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Paul Smith. Interment will follow the Mass in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Immediately following interment, family and friends are welcome to a reception being held at the Klein's home, 31 Dussault Drive, Latham. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Jason are asked to share their memories with his family. Jason has laid to rest but will always remain in the thoughts and hearts of those who loved and cherished him.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/4/2006.


Liuzzi, Lena Bontempo (Carmelina) [Photo]
ALBANY Lena (Carmelina) Bontempo Liuzzi, 94, entered eternal rest Sunday, January 1, 2006 at the Hospice Inn of St. Peter's Hospital after a short illness. She was the widow of her beloved husband of 58 years, Leonard Liuzzi Sr. She is survived by her loving sons, Vincent C. (Bobbie) Liuzzi of Troy and Leonard Liuzzi, Jr. of Mich. She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Leonard of Albany, Kathleen of Salt Lake City, Utah, Richard of Schenectady, Debra of Jamaica, L.I. and Rebecca of Los Angeles, Calif.; nine great-grandchildren, eight great-great-grandchildren and her extended family of Joseph and Marcia Rosen and their sons, Lawrence and Roger. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Liuzzi was born on August 16, 1911 in the Province of Campobasso, Italy. The daughter of the late Angelo and Ermilia Terreri Bontempo, she immigrated to the U.S. in 1913 and was married in 1929. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and friend who enjoyed her family. She was kind and caring of all who came in contact with her. Mrs. Liuzzi was a communicant of St. Teresa of Avila Church. The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the staff at St. Peter's Hospital and especially the Hospice Inn staff for the compassion, care and kindness shown to them during her illness. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 8:45 a.m. from the Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Ave., Albany thence to St. Teresa of Avila Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. Entombment will be in Memory's Garden, Colonie. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205 or St. Teresa of Avila Church, 435 New Scotland Ave., Albany, NY 12208.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/3/2006 - 1/4/2006.


Menegio, Mario
CHATHAM After a long good-bye, Mario Menegio's spirit left his body on January 1, 2006 at his home in Chatham. His wife, Ellen; children, Mark, Robert and Kristin; grandchildren, Meagan and Ryan; his sisters, Nancy and Josephine; and brother, John, will love him always. Memorial service will be held Saturday, January 7, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from the Wenk Funeral Home, Chatham. Spring inurnment will be in the St. James Cemetery, Ghent, N.Y. There are no calling hours. For those who wish, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Crellin-Morris Association, Chatham, NY 12037.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


Morgan, Myrtle W.
LATHAM Myrtle W. Morgan, 77, of Latham, entered into eternal rest Friday, December 30, 2005, at Albany Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. She was the beloved wife of John C. Morgan for the past 56 years. Born and educated in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Franklin and Edna Wetzel. She was a graduate of John Hay Business School in Cleveland. Myrtle resided in several states before moving to Rockville, Md., where she was employed as a bookkeeper at Rockville Fuel and Feed Company for 11 years. She moved to Latham in 1967 and was a bookkeeper at A&B Optical in Latham for 10 years, retiring in the late 1970s. A member of the Latham Community Baptist Church, she was also a member of the Women's Mission Fellowship Committee of the church. She previously taught Sunday school while living in Md. Myrtle was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who loved to cook for her large family. Besides her husband, she is survived by three children, Gary John (Lisa) Morgan of Fishkill, N.Y., Randy L. (Donna) Morgan of Ballston Spa and Kathy Lynn (Grant) Staats of East Greenbush; 11 grandchildren, Andrea Morgan, Tracy (Derek) Coleman, Alexis, Matthew, Jessica and Justin Morgan, Daniel (Jennifer), T.J. and Alexander Kirsch, Ethan and Evan Staats; her sister, Carol Hutchison of Sunnyvale, Calif. and her brother, Richard Wetzel of Port Richey, Fla. She was predeceased by her grandson, Benjamin Morgan, and siblings, William and Robert Wetzel and Beverly Rebel. The family would like to thank the physicians, nurses and staff of Albany Memorial Hospital's intensive care unit for the wonderful care given to Myrtle. Funeral service 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at Latham Community Baptist Church. Friends are invited and may call Tuesday 4-8 p.m. at the Bowen Funeral Home, 97 Old Loudon Road, Latham. Interment, Albany Rural Cemetery, Colonie. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Memorial Fund of Latham Community Baptist Church, 109 Forts Ferry Road, Latham, NY 12110. Condolence page and directions at: www.bowenfuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/2/2006 - 1/3/2006.


Notter, Grace E.
ALBANY Grace E. Notter, 98, died on December 29, 2005 at the Julie Blair Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, after a long illness. Born in Plattsburgh, N.Y., Grace was the daughter of the late Henry and Elizabeth Chase Noakes. She was predeceased by her husband, Frederick Notter. Grace worked as a nurses aide and retired from the Ann Lee Home in Colonie. Grace is survived by her step-daughter, Barbara McCaffery of Syracuse, N.Y. as well as her dear friends, Mary Flanagan of Albany, Janet Hamer and Winifred Burchalewski of Atco, N.J. Calling hours will be 9 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at the Tebbutt Funeral Home, 633 Central Avenue, Albany. Interment to follow in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


Russo, Carol Ann (McMahon)
ALBANY Carol Ann Russo (McMahon), 63, passed away at home December 31, 2005 surrounded by her family following a long illness. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Tom and Rose McMahon. She attended Cardinal McClosky High School and was a former matron for the Albany County Sheriff's Department. Carol was the beloved wife of 44 years to John S. Russo; devoted mother of John M. (Anne) and Thomas F. (Andrea) Russo; proud grandmother of Michael, Nicholas, Thomas, Shanon, Anthony and Justin; cherished sister of Janet McMahon Flint and Janice (Mickey) Gardner; and loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Carol also leaves behind a loyal circle of friends and extended family, including her lifelong friends, Eileen Forlani Nichols, Betty Evans Campoli, Doris Flanagan Barr and Pat Boyd McDermott. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, 9 a.m. at the Historic Church of St. Mary's, Lodge and Pine Sts. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call at Magin & Keegan Funeral Home Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Interment, St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. The family has requested that those wishing to make memorial contributions in lieu of floral arrangements to please do so to The Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/2/2006 - 1/3/2006.


Sickles, Shirley Kittell (Bisner)
WATERVLIET Shirley Kittell Sickles (Bisner), of Watervliet, died Saturday, December 31, 2005 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. She was the wife of the late Joseph Sickles. Born in Detroit, Mich., she resided in Watervliet most of her lifetime. Shirley had been employed by the AAA in Troy for 20 years, retiring as office manager 20 years ago. She was a member of Jermain Memorial Presbyterian Church in Watervliet. She is survived by her sons, Howard (Fran) Bisner of Albany, Keith (Anne Marie) Bisner of Troy and Dennis (Zee) Bisner of Ariz. She is also survived by four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service to be led by Rev. Laurence Greenwold at Jermain Memorial Presbyterian Church, Fifth Avenue, Watervliet on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Northeast Association of the Blind, 301 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12206 or the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205, in memory of Shirley.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


Tishler, Victor I.
MALVERNE, N.Y. Victor I. Tishler, born Israel Tishler, died December 25, 2005. Victor was born in Brownsville, Brooklyn on September 26, 1917, and owned Tishler Hardware in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn with his father and brother, Eli, until his retirement in 1988. Victor was predeceased by his first son, Steven, who worked for many years with the New York County District Attorney's Office and the Special Narcotics Prosecutor. Victor is survived by his wife of 64 years, Nina and one son, Harvey, who continue to live in Malverne, N.Y. Victor's youngest son, Nicholas, lives with his wife Alison D. Curley, and their two daughters, Rebecca and Sarah, in Niskayuna, N.Y. Victor was buried in the Beth David Cemetery in Elmont on Friday, December 30.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/3/2006.


Watson, Walter L.
CHATHAM Walter L. Watson, 88, of Harmon Heights Rd., Chatham, died Monday, January 2, 2006, suddenly at Columbia Memorial Hospital Hudson, N.Y. Mr. Watson, born May 21, 1917 in Brooklyn, N.Y., is the son of the late Louis H. and Anna (Johnson) Watson. He received his master's in architecture from RPI. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II as a flight instructor. Mr. Watson was an architect most of his life in Long Island, N.Y. until his retirement in 1987. He was a member of the Garden City Rotary Club and the Northern Columbia Rotary Club in Chatham, a member of the Sagamore Yacht Club in Oyster Bay., L.I. and the Columbia Golf and Country Club. Mr. Watson is survived by his wife of 63 years, Margie (Miller) Watson of Chatham; daughters, Wendy Fuller of Chatham, Laurie Watson of Storrs, Conn.; and two grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, George. Inurnment will be at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are with the Wenk Funeral Home, Chatham, N.Y.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


White, Wayne W.
STEPHENTOWN Wayne W. White, 60, died January 1, 2006. Survived by daughters, Sarah (Carl) Nazarian and Lauren White; grandchildren, Adrianna, Carl, Jordan and John; siblings, Martha (Thomas) Maynard, Darlene White, William , John (Mary Ann), and Kenneth (Chris) White; special friend, Bert Higginbotham. Services Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Cohoes. Calling Tuesday, funeral home 5-8 p.m.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.


Wolff, Bertha S.
STILLWATER Mrs. Bertha Smodell Wolff, 100, died January 1, 2006. Survived by siblings, Bernard (Dorothy) Luskin Sr., Albert J. (Jacqueline) Wolff, George (Ann) Wolff, Kathryn Guilianelle, Jean Wolff; 12 grand, 18 great-grand and four great-great-grandchildren; brother, Edward Smodell. Mass Thursday 9:30 a.m., St. Peter's Church. Calling DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, Wednesday 2-4 & 6-8 p.m.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/3/2006.

Obituary Notices for 1/4/2006

Alt, Clayton C.
WEBSTER, N.Y. Clayton C. Alt, age 89, died Wednesday, December 28, 2005. Predeceased by his first wife, Virginia, and son, David. He leaves his wife, Alice; daughters, Elizabeth (Henk) Keesom and Barbara Alt; grandchildren, Jeffrey, Sarah and Katie Keesom, Ashley Alt of Fla.; nieces, nephews and cousins; nine stepchildren, 12 step-grandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren. Clayton served as a chaplain's assistant in the Army during World War II and retired as director of visitor's services at Kodak Park in 1981 after 35 years of service. Since 1968, Clayton had been a certified lay speaker in the United Methodist Church. He served as president of the board at the United Methodist Home (Wesley on East) from 1971-1975. An Eagle Scout, Clayton was active in Scouting for 77 years and had earned the Silver Beaver Award for his distinguished service to Boy Scouting. He had participated in Webster's Troop 112 for over 40 years. Friends are invited to a memorial service celebrating Clayton's life, 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 7 at the United Methodist Church of Webster, 169 East Main St., Webster, NY 14580. Spring interment, Webster Rural Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in Clayton's memory to the United Methodist Church of Webster Memorial Fund, or Boy Scouts of America, Otetiana Council, 474 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14607.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/5/2006.


Buchinsky, Edward J. Butch
BINGHAMTON Edward J. Butch Buchinsky, died peacefully New Year's Day morning, January 1, 2006 at Evergreen Commons, East Greenbush, N.Y. He was predeceased by his father, Justin Michael Buchinsky; his mother, Mary Puzinaite Buchinsky; his sisters, Melane Marchuska, Wanda Kolpakas, and Mary Zalner; and his granddaughter, Katherine Lewin. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Lillian Bialczak Buchinsky; daughters, Nancy Buchinsky of Santa Fe, N.M. and Patricia Lewin and her husband Mark of Averill Park, N.Y.; and grandson, Benjamin N. Lewin of Taunton, Mass. of whom he was very proud. Edward was a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army Quartermaster Corp and served in Europe during World War II. After the war, he was a member of the Officers' Reserve Corp. He was a member of the Binghamton Police Department and the Binghamton Fire Department from 1942 until his retirement as captain in 1975. He and his father ran the Buchinsky Insurance Agency for many years. Edward was a graduate of Woodrow Wilson School, Binghamton Central High School and the Albany Business College. Edward was an active member of the Broome County Police and Fire Retirees Association, the First Ward American Legion Post 1254 and their Last Man's Club for 43 years and the Disabled American Veterans Memorial 60 Chapter. His family was one of the founding families of St. Joseph's Lithuanian Church which he attended until its closing. Funeral services will be held Friday at 11:00 a.m. from the Bednarsky Funeral Home, Inc., 96 Glenwood Avenue, Binghamton and at 11:30 a.m. at the Church of the Holy Trinity, 346 Prospect Street, Binghamton, where a funeral Mass will be offered. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call at the Bednarsky Funeral Home, Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels, P.O. Box 1176, Binghamton, NY 13902.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Crounse, Katharine E.
DANVILLE, Ky. Katharine E. Crounse, 85, passed away January 2, 2006 at Charleston Health Care in Danville. Born May 23, 1920 in Niskayuna, N.Y. to the late Virgil and Elizabeth Hommel Payne, she was the widow of the late Rev. Ernest Crounse. Graveside services will be Saturday, January 7, 2006, 1 p.m. at Memory's Garden Cemetery in Colonie, N.Y. Arrangements by Preston-Pruitt Funeral Home, Danville, Ky.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Deeb, Pauline J.
COHOES Pauline J. Deeb, 75, of Cayuga Plaza, Cohoes, died at Albany Medical Center Hospital, Monday, January 2, 2006 after a brief illness. She was born in Yorkshire, N.Y. and educated at Troy High School and was the daughter of the late Karl and Winifred Conaire Koch. She was employed at the Palace Diner in Troy for 20 years as a waitress and was a cashier at Price Chopper in Rotterdam for 17 years. She was a member of Waterford Wesleyan Church. Wife of the late Edward Deeb. Mother of Daniel Deeb of Pattersonville, N.Y., David Deeb of Cohoes, Douglas Deeb of Schenectady and Donetta DeCaro of Glenville; sister of Carl Koch of Valley Falls and Winnifred Smith of Fla. and the late Josephine Meisner, Bertha St. Clair, Marie Buchanan and George Koch; also survived by seven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday 11:00 a.m. at the Dufresne Funeral Home Inc., 216 Columbia Street, Cohoes with Pastor Paul Barna officiating. Interment in St. Mary's Cemetery, Troy. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. For directions and guest registry: dufresnefuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Dufty, Warren A.
DALTON, Mass. Warren A. Dufty, 84, of Speigletown, died peacefully in his sleep on January 2, 2006 at Craneville Place Nursing Home. Born in Troy, he was the son of the late Harold M. Dufty and Marion Mealy Dufty and husband for nearly 60 years to Constance Ackart Dufty of Speigletown. Raised in Melrose, Warren helped operate the family's dairy and vegetable farms in Melrose and Raymertown. He was a 1938 graduate of Troy High School. Mr. Dufty served in the U.S. Navy as a chief petty officer in the South Pacific during World War II. He returned to civilian life and finished a machinist apprenticeship at the Watervliet Arsenal, later becoming a quality assurance officer and retiring in 1972 after 35 years. Warren was active in the Speigletown Volunteer Fire Department and the Brunswick Elks. Among other activities, he enjoyed swimming, bowling, going to auctions and working with his son in the antique business. Warren was a faithful provider to his wife Constance and his three children and was a source of strength, compassion and calm to the family throughout his life. He was always there for anyone who needed a helping hand, giving freely of his talents and time to friends, neighbors and family. He was admirably and selflessly devoted to his mother Marion, to whom he provided companionship and care in her later years. A quiet man with a wry sense of humor, Warren was much more focused on the needs and desires of others than on his own wants or wishes, a trait that endeared him to all who knew him. His family loved him dearly, and we will sorely miss him, although we are glad for him that he is now free from physical limitations. Survivors in addition to his beloved wife, Constance, include two daughters, Linda D. McGill (Michael Ryan) of Freeport, Maine and Jayne Morgan (Gary Loitch) of Rochester; a son, Kenneth Dufty (Mary) of Troy; four grandchildren Christopher, Timothy, Allison and Amelia; two great-grandchildren; a brother, James Dufty of Buskirk; several nieces and nephews. Mr. Dufty was predeceased by two brothers, Kenneth and Harold Lee Dufty. The family would like to thank the exemplary staff and administrators at Craneville Place in Dalton, Mass., for the excellent care Warren received during his stay. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 6, 2006 at the McLoughlin & Mason Funeral Home, corner of 109th Street and Third Avenue, Lansingburgh with Rev. E. Allen Siebold, officiating. Burial will take place in the spring in Elmwood Cemetery, Schaghticoke. Calling hours are 4 to 7 p.m., Thursday in the funeral home. Contributions to the First Presbyterian Church of Lansingburgh, P.O. Box 239, Troy, NY 12182 in Warren's memory, would be appreciated. For guest book please visit mcloughlinmason.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Dugan, Dorothy A.
WATERVLIET Miss Dorothy A. Dugan, 72, a lifelong Watervliet resident, died Monday, January 2, 2006 at the home of her niece in Watervliet, following a long illness. Born in Troy on February 21, 1933, Dorothy was a daughter of the late Charles and Dorothy Archambeault Dugan. She was raised and educated in Watervliet and graduated from the former Sacred Heart of Mary Grammar School and Watervliet High School. Dorothy was employed by the NYS Department of Labor in Albany for 32 years and retired as a clerk ten years ago. Dorothy enjoyed being with family and loved spending time with her brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews. She was a member of the Watervliet Senior Citizens. Dorothy was a communicant of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Watervliet and attended Mass at the former Sacred Heart of Mary Church in Watervliet. She was the dear sister of Charles Dugan of Watervliet, Edward Dugan of Mechanicville, Joan DeGiorgio of Troy and the late Walter and James Dugan and Mary Seney Follett. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews. A heartfelt thank you is extended to the Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, and especially Raymond and Trish, for the care and support extended to Dorothy and her family during Dorothy's illness. Funeral from the Parker Brothers Memorial, 2013 Broadway, Watervliet on Friday at 9 a.m. and at 9:30 a.m. in St. Patrick's Church, Watervliet where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Watervliet. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call at the funeral home on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. Contributions may be made to the Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY, 12144 in memory of Dorothy A. Dugan. For directions and online guest registry, please visit: parkerbrosmemorial.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Durocher, John Jack G.
COHOES John Jack G. Durocher, 75, of Diane Ct., Cohoes, died Sunday, January 1, 2006 at Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany, N.Y. embraced by his loving family. Born in Cohoes, he was the son of the late Eugene and Irene Pelkey Durocher Sr. and husband of the late Eileen Legnard Durocher. Jack was a lifelong resident of Cohoes and graduated from the former St. Patrick School and Cohoes High School. He was employed as a foreman with St. Regis Paper and Georgia Pacific in Scotia retiring in 1992. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Korean Conflict. He enjoyed fishing and the excitement of the casinos. His true enjoyment was spending time with his treasured grandchildren. They were the focus of his life. Jack was a communicant of Holy Trinity Parish in Cohoes. he is survived by his devoted children, Debra DerGurahian and her husband Laurence, Karen Amedio and her husband Stephen, all of Latham, Paul T. Durocher of Fresno, Calif. and Kevin Durocher and his wife Mary Beth of Waterford; his adored grandchildren, Jeffery, Amy, Julie, Matt and Sarah; his siblings, Arthur Durocher and his wife Agnes of Schenectady, Bertha Durocher of Waterford, Florence Guild and her husband Chuck of Clifton Park and Barbara Gibbs of Troy. Many nieces and nephews also survive. He was predeceased by his son, John Durocher and his sisters, Irene Cooper and Mildred A. Charbonneau and his brother, Eugene Durocher Jr. Funeral from the Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ltd., 105 Vliet Blvd., Cohoes, Thursday morning at 9 o'clock. Mass of Christian Burial will be from Holy Trinity Parish in Cohoes at 9:30. Interment in St. Agnes Cemetery, Cohoes. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/3/2006 - 1/4/2006.


Endres, Marion A. [Photo]
ALBANY Marion A. Endres, 89, died Monday, January 2, 2006 at her home. Born in Jersey City, N.J., she was the daughter of the late Peter and Maude Lenihan Mulhern. She retired in 1995 as a clerk after 15 years with the New York State Department of Tax and Finance. She previously worked as a supervisor for the US Geological Survey Department. Mrs. Endres was a member and former president of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians JFK Division 1, Albany. She was a former Columbiette and member of the Siena Alumni Association and Holy Cross Rosary Society. Marion was predeceased by her husband in 1971, Matthias J. Endres. She was the beloved mother of Paul Endres and the late Brenda A. Endres-Dame, who died February of 2005; sister of Peter Lenihan; sister-in-law of Mary Endres, Josephine Pellerin and Steven Endres; several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. The family would like to thank St. Peter's Homecare, Interim Healthcare and Albany Fire Department for the care given to Marion during her illness. Funeral services Saturday at 9:30 a.m. from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to St. Vincent de Paul Church, Albany at 10:00 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Friday 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment, St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Gordon, Benjamin
The Albany Jewish War Veterans Post #105 announce with deep regret the passing of their comrade Benjamin Gordon. Members are requested to pay their respects at Congregation Ohav Sholom, New Krumkill Road, Albany, N.Y. on Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at 12:00 noon. NORMAN SHAPIRO Commander AL WEISKOPF Quartermaster
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Gordon, Benjamin
ALBANY, N.Y. Benjamin Gordon, age 94, of Quail Street, Albany, died Monday, January 2, 2006 at the Child's Nursing Home in Albany. Mr. Gordon was born in Beaver Falls, Pa. and resided there for several years, later moving to Passaic, N.J. and then to Nassau, N.Y. He had been an Albany resident most of his life. He had been employed at the Voorheesville Depot in Voorheesville, N.Y. for several years and later had been employed at the Watervliet Arsenal. He was a longtime member of Congregation Ohav Sholom in Albany and was very active on their bingo committee as well as their choir. He was an Army veteran, served during World War II and was a member of the Jewish World Veterans Post 105 in Albany. He was married to Hilda Drezner Gordon until her passing in 1997. Devoted father of Charles Gordon and his wife Margery of Succasunna, N.J.; grandfather of Marc and Jeffrey; loving devoted cousin of Mary (Fay) Roth of Albany; uncle of Michael and Michelle Roth of Clifton Park, N.Y., Leila Bogan of Scottsdale, Ariz., Bill Gaes of Clifton Park, Rose Sheila and Steve Davidson of N.J., Paul and Shelah Drezner of Mass., Steve and Ruth Rich of Albany and Gerry and Jean Gaes of Md. He also leaves many other loving grandnieces and nephews. Services at Congregation Ohav Sholom, New Krumkill Road, Albany on Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at 12:00 noon (TODAY). Interment will follow services in Ohav Sholom Cemetery, Guilderland, N.Y. The period of mourning will be observed at the Gordon residence, 352 Quail Street, Albany on Wednesday following the interment through Friday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hilda Gordon Memorial Fund at Congregation Ohav Sholom or the Rabbi's Discretionary Fund at Congregation Ohav Sholom.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Gordon, Susan M.
ALBANY Susan M. Gordon, 59, died Sunday, January 1, 2006 after a long illness. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Alfred L. and Mary Eva Olmstead Gordon. She was a graduate of the Academy of the Holy Names and Maria College. Ms. Gordon was a registered nurse and certified diabetes educator. She worked at Albany Medical Center in the AIDS/HIV clinical research unit retiring in 2000. She was a communicant of St. Margaret Mary's Church in Albany and Blessed Sacrament Church in Bolton Landing. Survivors include several cousins, her fiance, David Baglione and friends, Carol Beebe and Dottie Dack. Funeral services will be held Friday at 9:30 a.m. in the Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Ave., Albany with Rev. Peter Young officiating. A funeral Mass and spring burial will take place in Bolton Landing, NY. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to the Bolton Volunteer Fire Company, Inc., Advanced EMT-Critical Care, 5003 Lakeshore Dr., Bolton Landing, NY 12814.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/3/2006 - 1/4/2006.


Hawthorne, John W. Cuppy "Jack"
SARATOGA SPRINGS John W. (Jack) Cuppy Hawthorne, 87, died January 2, 2006. Survived by wife, Grace Hawthorne; children, Nancy (Peter) Fareri, David (Tracey) Hawthorne; siblings, Doris Hawthorne, Helen Smead, Guy Hawthorne Jr., Robert Hawthorne. Service Thursday, 1 p.m., United Methodist Church of Saratoga Springs. No calling hours.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Julian Sr., Frederick E.
COLONIE Frederick E. Julian Sr., 92, formerly of Lancaster Street, Cohoes, died at Albany County Nursing Home on Sunday, January 1, 2006, after a short illness. He was born and educated in Troy and was the son of the late Frederick and Betty Deignan Julian. He was a communicant of St. Joseph's Church. He was a Cohoes fireman for 26 years, retiring in 1975. Husband of the late Isabel H. Oliver Julian. He is survived by his son, Frank T. Julian and his wife Sandra of Clifton Park and father of the late Frederick E. Julian, Jr.; father-in-law of Noretta Julian of Cohoes. Brother of the late Frank Julian, Elizabeth Bulson, Helen Bulson and Joseph Julian. Grandfather of Michael and Matthew Julian of Cohoes, Melissa Huneau of Key West, Fla.; Gregory Julian of Stillwater and Tracy Margosian of N.C.; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Funeral Thursday 8:30 a.m. from the Dufresne Funeral Home, Inc., 216 Columbia Street, Cohoes and 9:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Churchwhere a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment in St. Agnes Cemetery, Cohoes. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. For directions and guest registry dufresnefuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/3/2006 - 1/4/2006.


Kowalski, Kimberly S.
EAST GREENBUSH Kimberly S. Kowalski, age 42, of Chinquipin Avenue, East Greenbush, died January 2, 2006 after a brief illness at Memorial Hospital, Albany. Born in Albany, she was a resident of the Capital Region all of her life. She was a claims adjuster for many insurance agencies, including the Lawrence Group and One Beacon Insurance, retiring due to illness. She was the beloved wife of Scott Coonradt; cherished daughter of Thomas and Rosalyn Kowalski of Albany; devoted mother of Jaclyn Kowalski of Waldren, Ark. and Zachary Coonradt of East Greenbush; sister of Susan Stark of Ft. Worth, Texas and Rosalyn Santella of Hewitt, N.J.; proud grandmother of Kobe and Jenna Evans. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock at the Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpk., Rensselaer, NY 12144. Friends are invited and may call Thursday 11-1 immediately prior to the funeral. The family has requested that those who wish make memorial contributions to the Zachary Coonradt Education Fund, c/o Citizens Bank, 596 Columbia Tpk., East Greenbush, NY 12061.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Kutey, Jason
LATHAM Jason, 28, entered Heaven on Wednesday, December 28, 2005. Jason was born in Niskayuna, grew up in Watervliet and then moved to Latham. He graduated from Shaker High School. Jason is survived by his devoted and loving mother, Rhonda (Jeseo) Kutey and predeceased (1994) by his cherished father, David Richard. He left his respected sister, Jennifer (Eric) Larson and nephew, Tyler David of Galway; beloved brother, Damien James; devoted sister, Courtney Kutey and her infant child, Damien Austin Kutey of Latham. He will be sadly missed by his maternal grandfather, Charles A. Jeseo of Watervliet. He left his caring, respected godmother and aunt, Cynthia (Robert) Grimaldi of Nassau, and his aunt, Diane (Donald) Shanley of Saratoga. Jason was predeceased in 1998 by his maternal grandmother, Josephine (Valente) Jeseo and in 2005 by his paternal grandmother, Julie Kutey, and his uncles, Bradford Jeseo in 2002 and Darrell Kutey in 1990. Jason also left behind several loving aunts, uncles, cousins and caring friends. He is survived by his beloved, dearest friends, known as his extended family, Tracy and Peter Klein, their children, Maddie, Gwen and Griffin of Latham and Jason's dear friend, Amy Hudson. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Thursday, January 5, 2006 from 4-8 p.m. at Clinton Funeral Home, 256 Washington Street, Troy. Funeral services will be at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, January 6, 2006 at Jason's home, 34 Dussault Drive, Latham where a Mass of Christian Death and Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Paul Smith. Interment will follow the Mass in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Immediately following interment, family and friends are welcome to a reception being held at the Klein's home, 31 Dussault Drive, Latham. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Jason are asked to share their memories with his family. Jason has laid to rest but will always remain in the thoughts and hearts of those who loved and cherished him.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/1/2006 - 1/4/2006.


Liuzzi, Lena Bontempo (Carmelina)
ALBANY Lena (Carmelina) Bontempo Liuzzi, 94, entered eternal rest Sunday, January 1, 2006 at the Hospice Inn of St. Peter's Hospital after a short illness. She was the widow of her beloved husband of 58 years, Leonard Liuzzi Sr. She is survived by her loving sons, Vincent C. (Bobbie) Liuzzi of Troy and Leonard Liuzzi, Jr. of Mich. She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Leonard of Albany, Kathleen of Salt Lake City, Utah, Richard of Schenectady, Debra of Jamaica, L.I. and Rebecca of Los Angeles, Calif.; nine great-grandchildren, eight great-great-grandchildren and her extended family of Joseph and Marcia Rosen and their sons, Lawrence and Roger. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Liuzzi was born on August 16, 1911 in the Province of Campobasso, Italy. The daughter of the late Angelo and Ermilia Terreri Bontempo, she immigrated to the U.S. in 1913 and was married in 1929. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and friend who enjoyed her family. She was kind and caring of all who came in contact with her. Mrs. Liuzzi was a communicant of St. Teresa of Avila Church. The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the staff at St. Peter's Hospital and especially the Hospice Inn staff for the compassion, care and kindness shown to them during her illness. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 8:45 a.m. from the Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Ave., Albany thence to St. Teresa of Avila Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. Entombment will be in Memory's Garden, Colonie. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205 or St. Teresa of Avila Church, 435 New Scotland Ave., Albany, NY 12208.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/3/2006 - 1/4/2006.


Mann, Margaret Ann (McAuley) [Photo]
MENANDS Margaret Ann Mann, 64, passed away January 2, 2006 at home, surrounded by her family after a brief illness. Born in Manhattan to the late John L. McAuley and Margaret Merna. She relocated to the Capital District in 1977. She was predeceased by her twin sister, Marie, shortly after birth, her eldest son, John Michael Hudor and grandson, Johnathan Hudor. She is survived by her brothers, John McAuley, Frank McAuley and Joseph McAuley; her daughter, Theresa M. Montanye and son-in-law Kirk Montanye, daughter Karen L. Ortolano; and son, Patrick R. Weber of N.C. She is also survived by her grandchildren, James Ortolano, Joshua, Kaitlyn and Cassidy Montanye, Justin Hudor of Fla.; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial Mass will be held at St. Joan of Arc Parish in Menands Saturday, January 7, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. Her ashes will be laid to rest at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made in her memory to the Rensselaer County Hospice, 2 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the French, Gifford, Preiter and Blasl Funeral Home, Chatham, N.Y.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


McCabe, Joan M.
TROY Joan M. Agars McCabe, 73, of Troy, died Tuesday, January 3, 2006 at her residence after a short illness. Born in Troy, she was the daughter of the late Sylvester and Anna Schwartz Agars and was the wife of the late Thomas J. McCabe. Joan was educated in the Troy Public School System and was employed by New York State Department of Taxation and Finance prior to her retirement. Survivors include two sisters, Virginia McGrath of Maine and Barbara Pisanelli of Troy; two brothers, Lawrence (Bernadette) A. Agars of Troy and George (Mary) D. Agars of DeFreestville; several nieces, nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews; sister-in-law of Theresa Agars. She was the sister of the late Marjorie Agars, John Agars, Bernadine Gully, James Agars, Sylvester Agars, Robert Agars, Blanch Moore and Alfred Agars. Funeral services will be held on Thursday morning at 9:30 from the John H. Clinton Funeral Home, Washington Park and Third St., Troy and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Church. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer NY 12144.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Melms, Jude S.
ALBANY Jude S. Melms, 55, of Albany, passed away on Monday, January 2, 2006 at the Inn of Community Hospice after a brief illness. He was born in New York City and has been a resident of the Capital Region for the past 11 years. Jude is survived by father, William Melms (late Jane) of Lyndhurst, N.J. He is the son of the late Frances Melms; father of Jamie Melms of N.J. He is also survived by several brothers and sisters in N.J. and Va. He is the beloved companion of Darlene Bennett of Albany. Jude's family wishes to extend their sincere thanks and appreciation to the wonderful staff at Child's Nursing Home and at the Inn of Community Hospice for all of their care and compassion. Funeral services will be Thursday afternoon at 3:00 at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155 - south of Central Ave). Calling hours will precede the service from 1:30 to 3:00 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Monserrate, Virginia "Ginger" (Delucia)
LOUDONVILLE Ginger Monserrate, 69, succumbed to her valiant 30-year battle with breast cancer at her home in Loudonville on January 2, 2006. She went peacefully in the arms of her family. She was the wife for over 47 years of Patrick D. Monserrate of Loudonville; and the mother of three daughters, Martha McDade (Bart) of Rye, Michele Doolan (Sean) of Loudonville and Nicole Monserrate (Lance Sullenberger) of Washington, D.C. She leaves five beloved grandchildren, Conor and Colin McDade, Sean and Caroline Doolan and Mary Kate Sullenberger. Ginger was born as Virginia Lee DeLucia in the Commonwealth of Va. on January 31, 1936. She lived most of her life in Binghamton, N.Y. Ginger was the youngest of six children. She was predeceased by her parents, Stanley and Margaret DeLucia, and three of her siblings, Bertha (Fuss), Alice (Keller) and Lawrence. She is survived by sisters, Dorothy (Baxter) and Ruth (Ziska); as well as several nieces and nephews. After graduating from Binghamton Central High School and the Georgetown University School of Nursing, class of 1958, she spent two decades as a homemaker before embarking on a teaching career in the nursing programs at Broome Community College and Binghamton University, from which she retired in 1995. A memorial Mass will be offered for Ginger at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church on Lodge Street in Albany on Thursday, January 5 at 10 a.m. At the request of the family, there will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Ginger's memory to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309, (888) 888-3317. www.komen.org
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/5/2006.


Motler, James J. [Photo]
ALBANY James Joseph Motler, son of the late George E. and Tressa Mullany Motler, died suddenly Tuesday, January 3, 2006. He was born at Brady Maternity Hospital, Albany, N.Y. at a record weight of 13 pounds. He was the beloved husband of A. Theresa (Terry) Maloney for 43 years. Jim is survived by his six loving and adoring children, Deborah Ann of Charleston, S.C., Theresa Lee and her husband William Cahill of Rocky Hill, Conn., James Joseph Motler Jr. and his wife Maureen A. of Guilderland, Christopher Motler and his wife Pamela J. of Ballston Lake, Daniel Patrick Motler and his wife Janice M. of Shark Rivers Hills, N.J. and Katherine Anne and her husband Chanderdeep Singh of Niskayuna. He was blessed with 12 grandchildren who affectionately called him Pop and Poppy, Liam Finbarr, Declan Terrence, Kellyanne Marie and Elena Theresa Cahill, Eric James, Julia Louise and Emma Mary Motler, Caroline Joyce and Allison Elaine Motler, Blaise James Motler and Aidan Ajit and Amandeep James Singh. Also survived by his sisters, Martha Ragule; brother-in-law of Franklinette Motler, Mark Maloney and Kathleen McHale; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, John, George E. and John J., and sister, Mary. A dedicated child, Jim spent many weekends on the Freihofer's Bread truck and Motler family store. He was also an altar server for Bishop Edmund F. Gibbons. Jim was a lifelong resident of Albany and graduated from the former Vincentian Institute, class of 1950, and Siena College, class of 1954. After ROTC at Siena, he was stationed at WeisBaden, Germany as a First Lt. in the 44th Division as a field artillery specialist. Upon returning to the States, he furthered his education by completing his M.B.A. at Siena College in 1960. He went to work for the State of New York, concluding his 28-year career in 1991 with the department of transportation. Jim was past president of the Holy Cross Men's Association and elected Man of the Year in 1978. He also served as financial secretary for the Ancient Order of Hibernians and secretary of BPOE, #49. He spent well over 30 years in the Western Turnpike Golf League. He was a loyal Democrat committeeman and actively supported Westland Hills Little League. Jim was a devoted communicant and usher at Holy Cross Church, Albany for over 35 years. His hobbies included tinkering in his tool shop, marveling at air travel, especially World War II vintage P51-D fighter jets, family camping and collecting wood working tools. Funeral services Friday at 12:30 from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to Holy Cross Church, Albany at 1:00 p.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited. Interment will follow the Mass in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Contributions can be made to Holy Cross School, Rosemont St., Albany, NY 12203.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Mullahey, Mandy L. [Photo]
LOUDONVILLE Mandy L. Mullahey, 27, of Nolan House-Center for Disabled Residential Program, Loudon Rd., entered into eternal life on Tuesday, January 3, 2006. Born April 9, 1978 in Troy, she was the beloved daughter of J. Michael and Sue Rouleau Mullahey of Brunswick. Mandy is survived by her twin brother, J. Michael Mullahey Jr. of Brunswick; her maternal grandparents, Alphadge and Eva Rouleau of Troy and paternal grandparents, James Thomas and Joan Mullahey of Waterford; also survived by two nephews, Zachary and Anthony Mullahey; one niece, Marrisah Mullahey; as well as aunts, uncles and cousins. Mandy's family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the staff at Nolan House and the Center for Disabled for the love and care that they showed to Mandy over the years. Funeral will be held on Friday at 9:00 a.m. from the John J. Sanvidge Funeral Home, Inc. (corner of 115th Street and Fourth Avenue), Lansingburgh, thence to Our Lady of Angels Chapel at Siena College in Loudonville where at 10:00 a.m. the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Center for the Disabled, 314 Manning Boulevard, Albany, NY 12208, in memory of Mandy L. Mullahey.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Pino, Hector M.
TROY Hector M. Pino, 52, died December 30, 2005. Husband of Hilda Alicea Morales. Survived by children, Carmen and Virgin Mary; their mother, Doris Pino; stepchildren, Raphael, Walter, Edgar, Larry, Alberto, Mara, Felicia, Delia, Marilyn. Services TODAY, 4 p.m., John J. Sanvidge Funeral Home, Lansingburgh. Calling Wednesday, TODAY 3-7 p.m. at funeral home.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Salomon, Mark A.
HUDSON Mark A. Salomon, 59, of Jenkins Parkway in Hudson, died Monday, January 2, 2006 at Columbia Memorial Hospital. Born February 14, 1946 in Hudson, he was the son of the late Theodore and Pearl (Caplan) Salomon. He was employed as a case worker for the Columbia County Department of Social Services for over 18 years and the former owner of Jet Travel in Hudson. Mr. Salomon was a graduate of the University of Miami. He was a member of Congregation Anshe Emeth and past president of B'Nai B'Rith, a former member of the Hudson Jaycees, a member of the Hudson Lions Club and a life member of the J.W. Hoystradt Hose #8 Fire Company. Surviving are his wife, Debera (Wheeler) Salomon of Hudson; a daughter, Robin Laurel Salomon of Chicopee, Mass.; a son, Michael Aaron Salomon of New York City and Hudson; and a sister and brother-in-law, Roberta and Ronald Mason of Port Saint Lucie, Fla. Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. (TODAY) Wednesday at the Bates & Anderson-Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home, 110 Green St., Hudson. Interment will be in Cedar Park Cemetery in Hudson. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 7 Washington Square, Albany, NY 12205 or to Congregation Anshe Emeth, 240 Joslen Blvd., Hudson, NY 12534.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Seifert, Gisela (Ella)
EAST GREENBUSH Ella Seifert, 82, of Defreestville, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 2, 2006, while visiting her sister, Frieda in Albany. Born in 1923 in Steinwiesen, Germany, she emigrated to the United States in 1956. Ella worked for Sterling Drug before retiring in 1988. Ella was the loving wife of 44 years of Martin Seifert who predeceased her in August 2005. She is survived by her sisters, Frieda Uellenberg and Lanie Corrine of Albany and Marga Wachter of Kronach, Germany as well as her nephew, Fred Simon and his wife Marianne and her beloved goddaughter, Jennifer of Albany. Also surviving are a brother-in-law, sister-in-law and several nephews and nieces in Germany. Calling hours will be on Thursday, January 5, 2006 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Cross Church, Western Ave. and Rosemont St., Albany on Friday, January 6, 2006 at 9 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited. Her interment will be held privately at a later date.
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Sicley, Dorina [Photo]
TROY Dorina Dee Sicley, 57, of Troy, died December 29, 2005 at Van Rensselaer Manor, surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late Bertram E. and Georgiana Rupp Sicley. Her mother was a founding member of Rensselaer Co. ARC and Dee was one of ARC's first clients. She was an avid bowler and was the #1 fan at her nieces' and nephews' ball games. Dee was a camper for many years at Skye Farm Camp, and belonged to West Sand Lake Grange and Rensselaer Co. Pomona Grange. Her family includes sister, Elaine Clements and late brother-in-law Douglas Clements and sister, Joan (John) Zweig. She had nine nieces and nephews, Karen (Mark) Gleason, Sandra (John) Reardon, David (Deborah) Clements, Susan (Steven) Martin, Russell (Maria) Clements, Kelly (David) Murray, Jennifer Zweig (Kerry) Hebert, Jessica Zweig (Peter) Wrenn and Janine (Zweig) Edwin Corbin. In addition, she had 19 grandnieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff of units 2-B and 1-A of Van Rensselaer Manor as well as the group from Hospice for their compassionate care during her recent illness. Relatives and friends are invited to her funeral Mass Saturday at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory Church. Contributions may be made to Rensselaer Co. Community Hospice, 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144 or to Rensselaer Co. ARC, 415 River St., Troy, NY 12180.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Sugrue, William N.
LATHAM William N. Sugrue, 62, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2006 at the Albany Memorial Hospital. William was born on July 19, 1943 in Albany and was the son of the late Norman and Dorothy Brockley Sugrue. He graduated from St. Joseph's Academy and attended HVCC. William worked for over 34 years for the U.S. Postal Service. He was a member of St. Ambrose Church and the Holy Name Society, and Mended Hearts Chapter 13. William is survived by his wife of 38 years, Maureen R. (Sinnott) Sugrue; his sons, Paul and Brian Sugrue; his grandson, Aaron Sugrue; his sisters, Anne McTavey and her husband John and Dorothy Metzger and her husband Malcolm; his sisters-in-law, Mary Frances Sinnott, Kathleen Shepard and Elizabeth Duncan; his brother-in-law, Patrick Sinnott; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 11 a.m. at St. Ambrose Church. Interment will follow in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery in Niskayuna. Calling hours will be held at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie (Rt. 155 - south of Central Ave.) on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Ambrose Church Food Pantry, 347 Old Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110 or to Mended Hearts Chapter, 13 Riviera Dr., Latham, NY 12110 in memory of William N. Sugrue.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/5/2006.


Thorns, Mary A. (Gramm)
WATERVLIET Mary A. Smith Gramm Thorns, 94, died Monday, January 2, 2006 at St. Mary's Hospital in Troy. A resident of Watervliet for many years, Mrs. Thorns had most recently resided at Clare Bridge of Niskayuna. She was born on May 2, 1911 in Troy and was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Johanna McManus Smith. Mrs. Thorns was a retiree of the former Allegheny Ludlum Steel Company in Watervliet, where she was employed for many years as a secretary. She was a communicant of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Watervliet and attended Mass at St. Brigid's Church there. She was the widow of Thaddeus Gramm and Thomas H. Thorns and mother of the late John J. and George R. Gramm. Surviving are several grandchildren. Her funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Brigid's Church, Watervliet. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call at the Cummings Funeral Home, 643 Third Avenue, Watervliet on Thursday from 9 a.m. until 9:45 a.m., prior to the funeral Mass. Burial will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery, Cohoes.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Valentine, Albert A.
ROTTERDAM Albert August Valentine, 84, passed away Saturday, December 31, 2005 quietly at his home. Husband of the late Josephine Valentine. Survived by sisters, Victoria Famiano and Louise Tori; several nieces and nephews. Funeral Saturday, January 7, 2006 12 noon Griswold Funeral Home. Calling 10 to 12 noon at the funeral home prior to the service.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Walker-Quidgeon, Pamela A. [Photo]
GRAFTON Pamela Ann Walker-Quidgeon, 43, of Route 2, died on Saturday, December 31, 2005 at Samaritan Hospital after being stricken at her home. Born in Bennington, Vt. on October 27, 1962, she was the daughter of Shirley H. Leonard Carroll of Petersburgh and the late David S. Walker. She was also predeceased by her stepfather, William Carroll. A 1981 graduate of Berlin Central High School, she has been employed for the past 25 years by the New York State Department of State Division of Corporations. She was a member of CSEA Local 1000 and enjoyed snowmobiling. Her true love was that of family and friends, along with her dog Gretchen. Survivors include her mother, Shirley; her children, Casaundra Quidgeon of Troy, William T. Quidgeon of Uncasville, Conn., Katlyn A. Quidgeon of Grafton; her companion, Bill Irish of Averill Park; her siblings, Katherine Woodward and Maureen Coon, both of Pownal, Vt., James Walker of Morgan City, La., Michael Walker, Kelley Greene and Colleen Manchester, all of Petersburgh; along with many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be on Friday at 11 a.m. in the Thomas M. Barber Funeral Home, 66 Armsby Road, Petersburgh with burial to follow in the Berlin Community Cemetery. Following the burial, a celebration of Pam's life will be held at the Petersburgh Veterans Memorial Hall on Route 2. Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral home on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. for visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grafton Rescue Squad.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/4/2006.


Wenzl, Pauline B.
DELMAR Pauline Wenzl, 95, a resident for many years of Delmar, died peacefully on Saturday, December 31, 2005 at Child's Nursing Home in Albany. She was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. on August 18, 1910, the daughter of the late Caroline and Charles Bader. She was a graduate of what is now SUNY Albany and received her master's degree from Teachers College at Columbia University. She taught in Middleburgh and Baldwin, N.Y. and also substituted for many years in the Bethlehem Central School District. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Delmar and had been active for many years in the League of Women Voters and the Delmar Progress Club. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Theodore C. Wenzl, and her sister, Helen B. Richter. Mrs. Wenzl is survived by her sons, Thurman B. Wenzl of Cincinnati, Ohio, Warren T. Wenzl (Ann) of Charlotte, N.C.; daughter, Paula A. Gaimari of Silver Spring, Md.; grandsons, Peter G. Wenzl (Tami) of Crawfordsville, Ind. and Eric D. Wenzl (Michelle) of Asheville, N.C.; and great-grandchildren, Kara, Kelsey, Isaac and Caroline (Carney) Wenzl. A memorial service will be held on January 7, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the Meyers Funeral Home, 741 Delaware Ave., Delmar, NY 12054. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society at 1650 South Avenue, Suite 100, Rochester, NY 14620-3901.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/5/2006.


Obituary Notices for 1/5/2006

Alt, Clayton C.
WEBSTER, N.Y. Clayton C. Alt, age 89, died Wednesday, December 28, 2005. Predeceased by his first wife, Virginia, and son, David. He leaves his wife, Alice; daughters, Elizabeth (Henk) Keesom and Barbara Alt; grandchildren, Jeffrey, Sarah and Katie Keesom, Ashley Alt of Fla.; nieces, nephews and cousins; nine stepchildren, 12 step-grandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren. Clayton served as a chaplain's assistant in the Army during World War II and retired as director of visitor's services at Kodak Park in 1981 after 35 years of service. Since 1968, Clayton had been a certified lay speaker in the United Methodist Church. He served as president of the board at the United Methodist Home (Wesley on East) from 1971-1975. An Eagle Scout, Clayton was active in Scouting for 77 years and had earned the Silver Beaver Award for his distinguished service to Boy Scouting. He had participated in Webster's Troop 112 for over 40 years. Friends are invited to a memorial service celebrating Clayton's life, 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 7 at the United Methodist Church of Webster, 169 East Main St., Webster, NY 14580. Spring interment, Webster Rural Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in Clayton's memory to the United Methodist Church of Webster Memorial Fund, or Boy Scouts of America, Otetiana Council, 474 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14607.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/5/2006.


Backer, Sherrill A.
TROY Sherrill A. Backer, 65, of Northwoods Extended Care, died on Tuesday, January 3, 2006. Friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Friday 1 p.m. at Memory's Garden Cemetery, 983 Watervliet Shaker Rd., Colonie.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/5/2006.


Berardi, Lena Lee
MALTA Lena Lee Berardi, 80, of Malta, died January 4, 2006 with her family by her side. She had lived in Malta for the past eight years, formerly a 50 year resident of Poughkeepsie. She was predeceased by her son, Dominick in 1998. Survivors include her loving husband of 44 years, James Berardi of Malta; two sons, James and Kim Berardi Jr. of Ballston Spa and Robert DeMichele of Singer Island, Fla.; six grandchildren also survive. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 12:30 Saturday, January 7 at St. Mary's Church, Ballston Spa. Friends may visit with the family from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon Saturday preceding the funeral at the Wheeler Funeral Home, 25 Hyde Blvd., Ballston Spa, N.Y. Interment, St. Peters Cemetery, Saratoga Springs.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/5/2006.


Bowes, Patricia A.
COHOES Patricia A. Bowes, 73, of Elaine Court, Cohoes, died at Samaritan Hospital, Troy Wednesday, January 4, 2006 after a long illness. She was born in Cohoes and graduated from Cohoes High School. She was the daughter of the late William and Florence Belanger Bowes. She was a supervisor for New York Telephone Company for 38 years and was a member of the Telephone Pioneers. She liked to travel and do crafts. She is survived by her sisters, Margaret LaHue of Cohoes and Lourdes Sherwin and her husband Chester of Colonie and sister of the late Eileen Kuzmich Kipp; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral Saturday 8:30 a.m. from the Dufresne Funeral Home, Inc., 216 Columbia Street, Cohoes and 9:00 a.m. from St. Joseph's Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment in St. Agnes Cemetery, Cohoes. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. For directions and guest registry: dufresnefuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Burns, Helen E.
NORTH ALBANY Helen E. McAuley Burns, age 88, entered into eternal life Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at home. Born in Ilion, N.Y., she lived in North Albany most of her life. She was retired from the N.Y.S. Department of Corrections. Daughter of the late Bernard T. and Clara McEneany McAuley. Beloved wife of Paul W. Burns; loving mother of Paul Burns of Albany; sister of Jean Wickert of Guilderland Center, and the late Thomas B. McAuley; cherished grandmother of Christopher M. Burns and his wife Stephanie and Justin D. Burns and his wife Cindy; great-grandmother of Luke and Marc Burns. Funeral services will be held in the Lasak & Gigliotti Funeral Home, 8 Dudley Heights, Albany (opposite the Philip Livingston School on Northern Blvd.) Saturday morning at 9 o'clock. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend and may also call at the funeral home Friday 4 to 7 p.m. Interment will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, East Greenbush.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Deeb, Pauline J.
COHOES Pauline J. Deeb, 75, of Cayuga Plaza, Cohoes, died at Albany Medical Center Hospital, Monday, January 2, 2006 after a brief illness. Funeral Friday 11:00 a.m. at the Dufresne Funeral Home, Inc., 216 Columbia Street, Cohoes with Pastor Paul Barna officiating. Interment in St. Mary's Cemetery, Troy. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. For directions and guest registry: dufresnefuneralhome.com
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Dugan, Dorothy A.
WATERVLIET Dorothy A. Dugan, 72, died January 2, 2006. Daughter of the late Charles and Dorothy Archambeault Dugan; sister of Charles Dugan of Watervliet, Edward Dugan of Mechanicville, Joan DeGiorgio of Troy and the late Walter and James Dugan and Mary Seney Follett. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews. Funeral from the Parker Brothers Memorial, 2013 Broadway, Watervliet on Friday at 9 a.m. and at 9:30 a.m. in St. Patrick's Church, Watervliet. Interment in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Watervliet. Visiting hours on Thursday from 4 until 8 p.m. Contributions may be made to the Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144. For directions and online guest registry, please visit: parkerbrosmemorial.com
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Endres, Marion A.
Members of the L.A.O.H. and A.O.H. are requested to meet at McVeigh Funeral Home on Friday at 6:00 p.m. for prayers in remembrance of our dear departed sister, Marion. CECILIA LEONARD President L.A.O.H. STEVE DOWNS President A.O.H.
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Endres, Marion A.
ALBANY Marion A. Endres, 89, died Monday, January 2, 2006 at her home. Born in Jersey City, N.J., she was the daughter of the late Peter and Maude Lenihan Mulhern. She retired in 1995 as a clerk after 15 years with the New York State Department of Tax and Finance. She previously worked as a supervisor for the US Geological Survey Department. Mrs. Endres was a member and former president of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians JFK Division 1, Albany. She was a former Columbiette and member of the Siena Alumni Association and Holy Cross Rosary Society. Marion was predeceased by her husband in 1971, Matthias J. Endres. She was the beloved mother of Paul Endres and the late Brenda A. Endres-Dame, who died February of 2005; sister of Peter Lenihan; sister-in-law of Mary Endres, Josephine Pellerin and Steven Endres; several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. The family would like to thank St. Peter's Homecare, Interim Healthcare and Albany Fire Department for the care given to Marion during her illness. Funeral services Saturday at 9:30 a.m. from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to St. Vincent de Paul Church, Albany at 10:00 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Friday 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment, St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Green, Victoria A.
PETERSBURGH, N.Y. Victoria Allen Green, 94, lifetime resident of Petersburgh, died on Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at the Hoosick Falls Health Center. Born in Petersburgh on October 22, 1911, she was the daughter of the late State Senator Victor M. and Blanche Percy Allen. She was the widow of Paul C. Green, who died on August 25, 1971. They were married on April 9, 1950. Mrs. Green was a 1929 graduate of Hoosick Falls High School, a 1933 graduate of Smith College and was awarded her master's degree in education from Columbia University. She worked for the Taconic Valley Bank during World War II and was the town clerk for the Town of Petersburgh for many years. She, along with her son, were the owner/operators of Evergreen Farm in Petersburgh. She was a member of the Petersburgh Baptist Church and their DORCAS Society. Mrs. Green was also on the board of directors for the Petersburgh Library and a member of the Women's Home Bureau. She traveled with her father to Russia and with her mother to South America and Fla. Her hobbies included playing bridge and researching the history of the town. Survivors include her two sons and their wives, Edward Allen (Rebecca Bell) Green of Castleton and David Gardner (Leslie D.) Green of Petersburgh; a granddaughter, Rachel V. Green; a nephew, Timothy Holzhauer; a sister-in-law, Mae Green; and nieces, Karen Kelley, Hilda Allen and Molly Brown. She was predeceased by siblings, Percival Allen and Mary Sweet. Funeral services will be on Saturday at noon in the Thomas M. Barber Funeral Home, 66 Armsby Road, Petersburgh with Rev. Mark Norlund, pastor of the Petersburgh Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will follow in the Hoosick Rural Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral home for visitation on Saturday at 10 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hoosick Falls Health Center in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 361, Petersburgh, NY 12138.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/5/2006.


Koenig, Frank X.
DELMAR Frank X. Koenig, age 81, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2006, due to complications of diabetes at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center where he had received compassionate and excellent care. He is survived by his wife, son and grandson. Frank was born in Bavaria, Germany and came to the U.S. in early 1950. He worked until his retirement for Process Engineering Co. in Plaistow, N.H. Memorial services will be held at the convenience of the family and his body was donated to Albany Medical College Anatomical Gift Program.
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Lepore Jr., Mario J. [Photo]
WEST SAND LAKE Mario J. Lepore Jr., aka Happy Roy, 67, of East Greenbush, N.Y., died suddenly Friday, December 30, 2005. Born in Montreal, Canada, Mario, at the age of 10, immigrated to the US in 1948 and became a US citizen in 1956. He had been a resident of the Capital Region for many years and was a semi-retired, self-employed contractor. Mario was predeceased by his brother, Anthony Lepore; son, John F. Lepore; and his wife of 41 years, Mildred V. Lepore. Mario is survived by his brothers, John Lepore and Dante Lepore; his sister, Mary Lepore; his daughters, Kim Lepore and Angela Lepore-Bennett; and by his sons, Mark Drozddzal, Mario J. Lepore and Anthony M. Lepore. Mario is also survived by his nine grandchildren, Erica Nusbaum, Megan Lepore, Jimmy Lepore, Katie Lepore, Anthony Lepore Jr., Nicholas Lepore, Abigail Lepore, Jeremy Lepore and Victoria Lepore. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral 8:30 a.m. Saturday, January 7, 2006 from the Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpk., Rensselaer and 9:00 a.m. at Church of St. Mary Clinton Heights where the Liturgy of Christian Death and Burial will be celebrated. Friends may call in the funeral home on Friday, January 6, 2006 from 4-8 p.m. Interment will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Castleton, N.Y.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Menegio, Mario A.
CHATHAM Mario A. Menegio, of Chatham, died January 1, 2006. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 7 at 2:00 p.m. For those who wish, memorials may be made to the Crellin-Morris Association, Chatham, NY 12037.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/5/2006.


Miller, Marcella E.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. Marcella E. Miller died at Twinbrook Nursing Home in Louisville on Wednesday, January 4, 2006. She was born in Bluffton, Ind. on May 12, 1918. She was the widow of The Rev. Dr. John U. Miller who served churches in Ind., Pa., Mass., N.Y., Fla. and Ky. Marcella complimented her husband's ministry in many ways. She was a student as well as a teacher of the Bible. She enjoyed singing and traveled extensively with the Mennonite Men's Chorus in Berne, Ind. She was an accomplished pianist who performed music therapy at several hospital and nursing facilities. She initiated many intercessory prayer groups. Marcella had four children, The Rev. John U. Miller, Evangelical Protestant United Church of Christ, Albany, N.Y., The Rev. Gretchen L. Micka, First Presbyterian U.S.A., North East, Pa., Mark C. Miller (deceased) and Mary Kay Bolin (deceased); 10 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. A service of celebration for her life and ministry will be Wednesday, January 18 at 12:30 p.m. followed by a luncheon at St. Mark United Methodist Church, 4607 Lowe Road in Louisville, KY 40220. No flowers please, as her wonderful hat collection will be her only flowers. Her son requests memorial monies to Evangelical Protestant UCC in Albany.
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Monserrate, Virginia "Ginger" (Delucia)
LOUDONVILLE Ginger Monserrate, 69, succumbed to her valiant 30-year battle with breast cancer at her home in Loudonville on January 2, 2006. She went peacefully in the arms of her family. She was the wife for over 47 years of Patrick D. Monserrate of Loudonville; and the mother of three daughters, Martha McDade (Bart) of Rye, Michele Doolan (Sean) of Loudonville and Nicole Monserrate (Lance Sullenberger) of Washington, D.C. She leaves five beloved grandchildren, Conor and Colin McDade, Sean and Caroline Doolan and Mary Kate Sullenberger. Ginger was born as Virginia Lee DeLucia in the Commonwealth of Va. on January 31, 1936. She lived most of her life in Binghamton, N.Y. Ginger was the youngest of six children. She was predeceased by her parents, Stanley and Margaret DeLucia, and three of her siblings, Bertha (Fuss), Alice (Keller) and Lawrence. She is survived by sisters, Dorothy (Baxter) and Ruth (Ziska); as well as several nieces and nephews. After graduating from Binghamton Central High School and the Georgetown University School of Nursing, class of 1958, she spent two decades as a homemaker before embarking on a teaching career in the nursing programs at Broome Community College and Binghamton University, from which she retired in 1995. A memorial Mass will be offered for Ginger at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church on Lodge Street in Albany on Thursday, January 5 at 10 a.m. At the request of the family, there will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Ginger's memory to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309, (888) 888-3317. www.komen.org
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/5/2006.


Motler, James J.
ALBANY James Joseph Motler, son of the late George E. and Tressa Mullany Motler, died suddenly Tuesday, January 3, 2006. He was born at Brady Maternity Hospital, Albany, N.Y. at a record weight of 13 pounds. He was the beloved husband of A. Theresa (Terry) Maloney for 43 years. Jim is survived by his six loving and adoring children, Deborah Ann of Charleston, S.C., Theresa Lee and her husband William Cahill of Rocky Hill, Conn., James Joseph Motler Jr. and his wife Maureen A. of Guilderland, Christopher Motler and his wife Pamela J. of Ballston Lake, Daniel Patrick Motler and his wife Janice M. of Shark Rivers Hills, N.J. and Katherine Anne and her husband Chanderdeep Singh of Niskayuna. He was blessed with 12 grandchildren who affectionately called him Pop and Poppy, Liam Finbarr, Declan Terrence, Kellyanne Marie and Elena Theresa Cahill, Eric James, Julia Louise and Emma Mary Motler, Caroline Joyce and Allison Elaine Motler, Blaise James Motler and Aidan Ajit and Amandeep James Singh. Also survived by his sisters, Martha Ragule; brother-in-law of Franklinette Motler, Mark Maloney and Kathleen McHale; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, John, George E. and John J., and sister, Mary. A dedicated child, Jim spent many weekends on the Freihofer's Bread truck and Motler family store. He was also an altar server for Bishop Edmund F. Gibbons. Jim was a lifelong resident of Albany and graduated from the former Vincentian Institute, class of 1950, and Siena College, class of 1954. After ROTC at Siena, he was stationed at WeisBaden, Germany as a First Lt. in the 44th Division as a field artillery specialist. Upon returning to the States, he furthered his education by completing his M.B.A. at Siena College in 1960. He went to work for the State of New York, concluding his 28-year career in 1991 with the department of transportation. Jim was past president of the Holy Cross Men's Association and elected Man of the Year in 1978. He also served as financial secretary for the Ancient Order of Hibernians and secretary of BPOE, #49. He spent well over 30 years in the Western Turnpike Golf League. He was a loyal Democrat committeeman and actively supported Westland Hills Little League. Jim was a devoted communicant and usher at Holy Cross Church, Albany for over 35 years. His hobbies included tinkering in his tool shop, marveling at air travel, especially World War II vintage P51-D fighter jets, family camping and collecting wood working tools. Funeral services Friday at 12:30 from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to Holy Cross Church, Albany at 1:00 p.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited. Interment will follow the Mass in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Contributions can be made to Holy Cross School, Rosemont St., Albany, NY 12203.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Pace, Rose Marie [Photo]
ALBANY Rose Marie Pace, 88, died Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at Teresian House. Born in New Haven, Conn., she was the daughter of the late Gennaro and Carmela Tedesco Colandro. She retired in 1979 as a secretary with the Schenectady City School District. Rose Marie had also worked for General Electric as a secretary in the engineering department. She was a member of the Northside Seniors and former secretary/treasurer of the Retired Secretaries Association. She was predeceased by her husband, Samuel N. Pace. She was the beloved mother of Carmen J. Pace (Sarah) of Woodbridge, Conn., Mary Anne Quadrini (Armand) of Loudonville and Rose Marie Caffarelli of Lake Oswego, Ore.; dear grandmother of Stephen, Laurel, Megan, Armand S., Eric, Brandon and Garett; predeceased by one sister and six brothers; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services Friday at 11:00 a.m. at the Infant of Prague Chapel at Teresian House where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited to call Friday morning after 10:00 at Teresian House. Interment will follow the Mass in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Schenectady. Those wishing to remember Rose Marie and her family in a special way may send a contribution to the American Diabetes Association, 7 Washington Sq., Albany, NY 12205.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/5/2006.


Roehr, Kathryn A.
GUILDERLAND Kathryn A. Roehr entered eternal rest on January 3, 2006 at the Hospice Inn of St. Peter's Hospital. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Edwin N. and Dorothy C. Roehr. She was a graduate of SUNY Morrisville. Ms. Roehr was a recent retiree of the New York State Comptrollers Office, Retirement Division. Kate was an avid horsewoman, traveler and quilter. She was a member of the Tennessee Walker Horse Club, Helderberg Home Bureau, Quilts North and Q.U.I.L.T.S. She is survived by her brother, Thomas E. Roehr of Guilderland. Special thanks to the staff of St. Peter's Hospice Inn for the compassion, care and kindness shown to Kate during her illness. A memorial service, to which relatives and friends are invited, will be held 11 a.m. Friday at DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home, 5216 Western Turnpike, Guilderland (west of Rt. 146, Carman Rd). Those who wish may send memorial contributions to Community Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, NY 12208.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Rogers, Earlyne [Photo]
ALBANY Earlyne Rogers entered into eternal rest on December 31, 2005 at Albany Medical Center Hospital. Mother of Jermel and Utopia Rogers, Sharnell and Mykelti Cunningham; wife of the late John Rogers; sister of Scott and James Windham and Gellie Mae Echols; niece of Theodore Boyd; great-granddaughter of Boyd. Funeral service Friday 11:00 a.m. at Metropolitan Baptist Church, 105 Second Street. Viewing 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the church prior to the service. Interment, Albany Rural Cemetery.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/5/2006.


Rohacek, Eric Gary
NEW HARTFORD, N.Y. Eric Gary Rohacek, 32, at rest Tuesday, January 3, 2006. Survived by parents, Gary and Doreen Rohacek; grandmothers, Mary Petkovsek and Connie Rohacek; a special feline companion, Nicky. Calling TODAY 5-8 p.m., Enea Family Funeral Home, Little Falls. Funeral Friday 10:15 a.m. at funeral home; Mass 11 a.m., Holy Family Parish, Little Falls. eneafamilyfuneralhomes.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/5/2006.


Schisa, Louis William [Photo]
LATHAM Louis William Schisa, 84, died Tuesday, January 3, 2006 at Eddy-Ford Nursing Home in Cohoes. Born in Syracuse, he was the son of the late Rev. Ettore Schisa and Anita (Stella) Schisa and husband for 51 years of Clare M. Toolajian Schisa. Lou earned his bachelor of arts degree in economics from Syracuse University and completed the master program in economics at Syracuse University. He was in ROTC at Syracuse and the Glee Club and Pershing Rifles. He served as a 1st Lt. in the U.S. Army Infantry during World War II and was wounded in action during the Battle of the Bulge. After the war, he served in military government as property control officer in Germany. He received the Purple Heart, World War II Victory Medal, Army Occupation Medal, European-African Middle Eastern Medal and Combat Infantry Badge. He was employed at the New York State Department of Labor, Division of Employment as a labor market analyst in Binghamton. He was transferred to Albany as chief of labor market information and later became director of the division of research and statistics. He received the Vladimir Chavid Memorial Award for promoting and fostering excellence in the field of labor market information and employee security research. He was a former member of the International Association of Personnel in Employment Security and the American Economic Association. He attended Loudonville Presbyterian Church where he sang in the choir and was a former member of the worship committee and was a member of Troy Chromatics Concerts. Lou enjoyed playing golf and tennis, was an avid reader, loved music, especially opera, and did woodworking and other crafts. His greatest joy was his family. Survivors in addition to his wife include his daughters, Dr. Elizabeth D'Angelo and husband Dr. Kevin D'Angelo of Orchard Park, Nancy Porter and husband Dr. Michael Porter of Bennington, Vt. and Carol O'Grady and husband Terrance O'Grady, Esq. of Rochester, N.Y.; seven grandchildren, William and Alexandra D'Angelo and Tara, Christopher and Alyssa Porter and Thomas and Leigh O'Grady; a sister, Esther Schisa; brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law, Rev. Donald Pichaske, Jack Burroughs and Marion Schisa. He was predeceased by several brothers and sisters, Raymond (Eileen) and Hector Schisa, Bertha (James) Ashcraft, Martha Pichaske, Marion Burroughs and Martha (Albert) Rokow. Also survived by 12 nieces and nephews and 19 grandnieces and nephews and 11 great-grandnieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held Monday at 11:00 a.m. at Loudonville Presbyterian Church, 22 Old Niskayuna Road, Loudonville with Rev. Elaine Woroby, pastor, officiating. Relatives and friends may call at the Bryce Funeral Home Inc., 276 Pawling Avenue, Troy on Sunday from 4-8 p.m. Interment, Elmwood Hill Cemetery in Troy. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Louis Schisa to the Loudonville Presbyterian Church, 22 Old Niskayuna Road, Loudonville, NY 12211 or the Northeast Health Foundation, 2224 Burdett Avenue, Troy, NY 12180. For a private family guest book and service directions, visit: www.brycefh.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Seifert, Gisela (Ella)
EAST GREENBUSH Ella Seifert, 82, of Defreestville, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 2, 2006, while visiting her sister, Frieda in Albany. Born in 1923 in Steinwiesen, Germany, she emigrated to the United States in 1956. Ella worked for Sterling Drug before retiring in 1988. Ella was the loving wife of 44 years of Martin Seifert who predeceased her in August 2005. She is survived by her sisters, Frieda Uellenberg and Lanie Corrine of Albany and Marga Wachter of Kronach, Germany as well as her nephew, Fred Simon and his wife Marianne and her beloved goddaughter, Jennifer of Albany. Also surviving are a brother-in-law, sister-in-law and several nephews and nieces in Germany. Calling hours will be on Thursday, January 5, 2006 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Cross Church, Western Ave. and Rosemont St., Albany on Friday, January 6, 2006 at 9 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited. Her interment will be held privately at a later date.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/5/2006.


Skoney, Winnie
GUILDERLAND Winnie Skoney, 81, died Tuesday, January 3, 2006 at St. Peter's Hospital. Born in Manchester, N.H., she was the daughter of the late John and Catherine Polchopek Grzywacz. She had been a bakery clerk for Price Chopper in Guilderland. Mrs. Skoney was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Skoney. She was the beloved mother of David J. Skoney (Kathy) of Albany, Barbara Miles of Albany and Nancy Skoney of Largo, Fla.; dear grandmother of Kolleen and David Jr.; sister of Florence Witkowski of Amsterdam and the late Stephen Grzywacz; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services Friday at 9:30 a.m. from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to the Historic Church of St. Mary on Capitol Hill at 10:00 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Friday morning after 8:00 in the funeral home. Interment, Calvary Cemetery, Glenmont. Contributions can be made to the Western Turnpike Rescue Squade, 200 Centre Drive, Albany, NY 12203.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Snyder, Dehra L.
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. Dehra L. Snyder, 83, a registered nurse, died January 2, 2006 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center in Schenectady. Mrs. Snyder was born November 6, 1922 in Olean, N.Y. and lived with her parents, Leona and Charles Smith in Ithaca, N.Y., where she attended high school, and was subsequently employed as a secretary at Cornell University. In March 1945, she married Stuart H. Snyder and they lived several years in Carlisle, Pa. They relocated to Syracuse, N.Y. in 1953 and, in 1963, they moved to Manlius, N.Y. In 1974, she earned her nursing degree from SUNY, Morrisville. She then, at the age of 52, began her nursing career as a registered professional nurse at Syracuse area hospitals. After moving to Chatham, Cape Cod in 1974, she continued to practice nursing on a case-to-case basis with the Hyannis Medical Personnel Pool until her retirement in 1986. She received several commendations for her outstanding performance in psychiatric and geriatric patient care. In 1999, they moved back to New York State, where they built a new home near Wynantskill. Only one year later, Dehra was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and, in February 2004, she entered Evergreen Commons Nursing Center in East Greenbush, N.Y. In October 2004, Dehra was transferred to Kingsway Arms Nursing Center. Dehra is survived by her husband, Stuart of Kingsway Village Apartments; two sons, Eric of Thailand and Carl of Niskayuna, N.Y., and a daughter, Karen Laird of Margate, Fla. Dehra will be buried in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. No memorial services are planned at this time. Donations may be made to the Community Hospice of Schenectady County, 1411 Union Street, Schenectady, NY 12308. For a private family guest book and service directions, visit: www.brycefh.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/5/2006.


Stokes Jr., Leonard E.
ALBANY Leonard E. Stokes Jr., 79, of Albany, formerly of Latham and Menands, died Tuesday, January 3, 2006, at Community Inn at St. Peter's Hospice, Albany, after a long illness. He was the husband of Mary Jane Stokes since 1947. Born and educated in Albany, he was the son of the late Leonard E. Stokes and Ruth Stokes Shaver. A graduate of Philip Schuyler High School in 1944, he joined the US Navy, serving on the USS Cowpens CVL 25 during World War II. After the war, he moved to Latham in 1949, then to Menands in 1981, and finally to Albany in 2005. Mr. Stokes worked for State Bank of Albany, now Fleet Bank, and the former Cohoes Savings Bank, from which he retired as vice president and branch manager (Latham) in 1979. He was a member of the Latham Little League, SCOR, Latham Kiwanis (past president), VFW Post 7411 Latham, Colonie Elks, a member of Evening Star Masonic Lodge #75 F&AM (past master) and the Royal Arch Masons. He finally retired in 1994 to travel in his motorhome with his wife. A communicant of St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, Latham since 1952, he served as a Sunday school teacher, member of the vestry, treasurer and warden for 20 years. Besides his wife, he is survived by his children, Dr. Leonard E. (Susan) Stokes III of Loudonville, Bruce V. (JoAnn) Stokes of Coxsackie, Dawn (Mitchell) Lester of Mauldin, S.C. and Faith D. Stokes of Ravena; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brother, Kenneth L. Stokes. The family wishes to thank the staff of Drs. James Puelo, Samuel Feldman and Bruce Lyman for their compassionate care of Leonard. Funeral service 10:00 a.m. Saturday at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, Latham where a Holy Eucharist will be celebrated. Friends are invited and may call Friday 5-8 p.m. at the Bowen Funeral Home, 97 Old Loudon Road, Latham. Interment in Memory's Garden, Colonie. Contributions in Leonard's memory may be made to St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 129 Old Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110 or St. Peter's Hospice, 315 South Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208. Condolence page and directions: www.bowenfuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Stokes Jr., Leonard E.
Members of Evening Star Masonic Lodge #75, F&AM of Latham are requested to meet at the Bowen Funeral Home, Latham at 7:00 p.m. Friday to conduct services for Past Master Leonard E. Stokes Jr. ROBERT HAAKONSON Master LEE PERRY Secretary
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/5/2006.


Stricos, Jacqulyn M.
GLENMONT Jacqulyn M. Stricos, 79, at home on January 2, 2006 after a courageous battle with cancer. Mrs. Stricos was a Troy native. She worked in the gift shop at Albany Medical Center Hospital for 35 years. She was a member of the East Side Seniors in Troy. Mrs. Stricos was the wife of the late Arnold Riede and Charles Stricos. She is the mother of Donald B. Riede and his wife Marilyn of North Port, Fla. and Donna M. Riede of Glenmont; stepmother of Robert and Jack Stricos and the late Carol Stricos; sister of Evelyn Martin and the late Ray Trembly; grandmother of Craig and Traci Scalzo, Geoffrey (Tina) Riede, Lisa Williams, Jacqui (Daniel) Papalia and Brandi Riede; great-grandmother of Trevor, Maya, Brennah and Jake; aunt of Bob, Bill, Ken and Bev. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, January 7, 2006 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, Delmar. Friends may call Friday 3-6 p.m. at the Durant Funeral Home, 17 Languish Pl., Glenmont. Spring interment, Sand Lake Union Cemetery. Contributions may be made to either the Gynecological Cancer Foundation, 401 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60611 or the Community Hospice of Albany County, 445 New Karner Road, Albany, 12205.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Sugrue, William N.
LATHAM William N. Sugrue, 62, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2006 at the Albany Memorial Hospital. William was born on July 19, 1943 in Albany and was the son of the late Norman and Dorothy Brockley Sugrue. He graduated from St. Joseph's Academy and attended HVCC. William worked for over 34 years for the U.S. Postal Service. He was a member of St. Ambrose Church and the Holy Name Society, and Mended Hearts Chapter 13. William is survived by his wife of 38 years, Maureen R. (Sinnott) Sugrue; his sons, Paul and Brian Sugrue; his grandson, Aaron Sugrue; his sisters, Anne McTavey and her husband John and Dorothy Metzger and her husband Malcolm; his sisters-in-law, Mary Frances Sinnott, Kathleen Shepard and Elizabeth Duncan; his brother-in-law, Patrick Sinnott; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 11 a.m. at St. Ambrose Church. Interment will follow in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery in Niskayuna. Calling hours will be held at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie (Rt. 155 - south of Central Ave.) on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Ambrose Church Food Pantry, 347 Old Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110 or to Mended Hearts Chapter, 13 Riviera Dr., Latham, NY 12110 in memory of William N. Sugrue.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/5/2006.


Welch, Elizabeth (Clark)
BRUNSWICK Elizabeth Clark Welch, 89, of Muriel Drive in Troy, died Tuesday, January 3, 2006 at Van Rensselaer Manor in North Greenbush after a brief illness. Born and raised in Williamstown, Mass., she was the daughter of the late Edward Clark and Izola (Montague) Clark and wife of the late Edward B. Welch. She had resided in Newport, R.I. before moving to Brunswick in 2005 and was a graduate of Williamstown High School and Mildred Elley School in Albany. Mrs. Welch was employed in retail banking for 20 years, retiring from Valley Bank and Trust Company in Springfield, Mass. in 1972. She is survived by her son, Christopher C. Welch of Newport; her daughter, Alicia J. Welch (James Watt) of Brunswick; and two grandchildren, Jesse Edward Watt of Berlin, Germany and Ian William Watt of Brunswick. She was predeceased by two sisters, Katherine McGoldrick and Edna Miner. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Williamstown. For a private family guest book and service directions, visit: www.brycefh.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/5/2006.


Wenzl, Pauline B.
DELMAR Pauline Wenzl, 95, a resident for many years of Delmar, died peacefully on Saturday, December 31, 2005 at Child's Nursing Home in Albany. She was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. on August 18, 1910, the daughter of the late Caroline and Charles Bader. She was a graduate of what is now SUNY Albany and received her master's degree from Teachers College at Columbia University. She taught in Middleburgh and Baldwin, N.Y. and also substituted for many years in the Bethlehem Central School District. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Delmar and had been active for many years in the League of Women Voters and the Delmar Progress Club. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Theodore C. Wenzl, and her sister, Helen B. Richter. Mrs. Wenzl is survived by her sons, Thurman B. Wenzl of Cincinnati, Ohio, Warren T. Wenzl (Ann) of Charlotte, N.C.; daughter, Paula A. Gaimari of Silver Spring, Md.; grandsons, Peter G. Wenzl (Tami) of Crawfordsville, Ind. and Eric D. Wenzl (Michelle) of Asheville, N.C.; and great-grandchildren, Kara, Kelsey, Isaac and Caroline (Carney) Wenzl. A memorial service will be held on January 7, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the Meyers Funeral Home, 741 Delaware Ave., Delmar, NY 12054. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society at 1650 South Avenue, Suite 100, Rochester, NY 14620-3901.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/5/2006.


Wilsey Sr., Donald M.
SELKIRK Donald M. Wilsey Sr. entered eternal life on Monday, January 2, 2006 at Albany Medical Center. He was a lifelong resident of Selkirk. Donald was a professional engineer and had worked for General Electric, the NYS Department of Labor, Schenectady Housing Authority and established Wilsey Engineering Co. in Selkirk. He was a member and past president of the Professional Engineers, member and past president of the Instrument Society of America and a member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers. Survivors include his wife, Mary Bettie McDonald Wilsey of Selkirk; children, Carol (Brian) Rose of Voorheesville, Wendy (Stephen) Mantor of Coeymans Hollow, Donald (Pam) Wilsey Jr. of Miss. and A. Curtis (Denise) Wilsey of Ravena; 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. All services were private at the convenience of the family. Contributions in memory of Donald may be made to the Bethlehem Volunteer Ambulance, P.O. Box 246, Selkirk, NY 12158.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/5/2006.


Obituary Notices for 1/6/2006

Ayers, Pliny L.
BROOKSVILLE, Fla. Pliny L. Whitey Ayers, 69, of Brooksville, Fla., formerly of Rotterdam, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 3, 2006 in Brooksville, Fla. He was born in Plattsburgh, N.Y., the son of Margaret Abbie Martin, who currently resides in Gansvoort, N.Y. Whitey relocated to the Brooksville, Florida area one year ago from Rotterdam. He was a union carpenter for 32 years for Local #370. He worked for Quay Construction for 15 years. He loved fishing and was an avid golfer. He loved his family and will be dearly missed by them. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his loving wife, Roxanne of Brooksville, Fla.; a son, Pliny Joe Ayers Jr. and his wife Lisa of Rotterdam; daughters, Tammy Zitzmann and her husband Chick Matties of Rensselaer, Myra Swain and her husband Charlie of Westerlo, N.Y., Deborah Burgess of Maine and Pamela Lounsbury and her husband Billy of Gallupville, N.Y.; a brother, Henry Sonny Ayers and his wife Mary of Gansevoort, N.Y.; ten grandchildren Anthony, Shane, Kathleen, Cara, Jenny, Jamie, Jacob, William, Jeremy, and Jessica; one great-granddaughter, Jillian; one stepson, John J. Grieco and his wife Christine of Kissimmee, Fla. and one step-granddaughter Anna. Friends may call on Sunday, January 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Light's Funeral Home, 1428 State Street, Schenectady, N.Y. Services will be Monday, January 9, 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow in St. Cyril and Method Cemetery, Rotterdam. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the charity of one's choice in loving memory of Whitey.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/6/2006.


Berghammer, Catherine A.
SCOTIA Catherine Ann Berghammer, 64, of Scotia died January 5, 2006. Survived by her husband, John Berghammer; children, John Berghammer, Eric Berghammer, Lori Kelleher; sister, Patricia O'Donnell and six grandchildren. Services Saturday 9:15 a.m. at The White Funeral Home, followed by a Mass at St. Joseph's Church. Calling 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/6/2006.


Bondi, Anthony J. [Photo]
ALBANY Anthony J. Bondi, 89, of Albany, suddenly entered eternal rest on Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at St. Peter's Hospital. Mr. Bondi was born in Troy but lived all his married life in Albany. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, serving in the medical corps including the New Guinea Campaign. He later was employed by the Ford Motor Co. in Green Island for 32 years and, after retiring, was employed by Sears Roebuck & Co. in Colonie for 10 years. He was a communicant of St. Margaret Mary's Church in Albany, and a member of the Guilderland Elks. Mr. Bondi is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Marie LaCavera Bondi; his son, Gerald A. (Colleen) Bondi of Westmere; his daughter, Margaret A. Bondi of Latham; his sister, Mary Rose Bondi of Troy; his brothers, Paul B. (Mary) Bondi of Latham and Henry Bondi of Schenectady; his grandchildren, Stephanie Robinson (Christopher Robinson, M.D.) of Mount Pleasant, S.C. and Bryan Bondi of Hartford, Conn.; his great-grandson, C.J. Robinson; and by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Maria Bondi, and his sisters, Amelia, Jean and Josephine Bondi. Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Saturday morning at 8:15 and from there to St. Margaret Mary's Church, Homestead St., Albany at 9:00. Relatives and friends are invited. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/6/2006 - 1/7/2006.


Bowes, Patricia A.
COHOES Patricia A. Bowes, 73, of Elaine Court, Cohoes, died at Samaritan Hospital, Troy Wednesday, January 4, 2006 after a long illness. She was born in Cohoes and graduated from Cohoes High School. She was the daughter of the late William and Florence Belanger Bowes. She was a supervisor for New York Telephone Company for 38 years and was a member of the Telephone Pioneers. She liked to travel and do crafts. She is survived by her sisters, Margaret LaHue of Cohoes and Lourdes Sherwin and her husband Chester of Colonie and sister of the late Eileen Kuzmich Kipp; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral Saturday 8:30 a.m. from the Dufresne Funeral Home, Inc., 216 Columbia Street, Cohoes and 9:00 a.m. from St. Joseph's Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment in St. Agnes Cemetery, Cohoes. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. For directions and guest registry: dufresnefuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Burns, Helen E.
NORTH ALBANY Helen E. McAuley Burns, age 88, entered into eternal life Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at home. Born in Ilion, N.Y., she lived in North Albany most of her life. She was retired from the N.Y.S. Department of Corrections. Daughter of the late Bernard T. and Clara McEneany McAuley. Beloved wife of Paul W. Burns; loving mother of Paul Burns of Albany; sister of Jean Wickert of Guilderland Center, and the late Thomas B. McAuley; cherished grandmother of Christopher M. Burns and his wife Stephanie and Justin D. Burns and his wife Cindy; great-grandmother of Luke and Marc Burns. Funeral services will be held in the Lasak & Gigliotti Funeral Home, 8 Dudley Heights, Albany (opposite the Philip Livingston School on Northern Blvd.) Saturday morning at 9 o'clock. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend and may also call at the funeral home Friday 4 to 7 p.m. Interment will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, East Greenbush.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Cuddihy, Richard J. [Photo]
HOOSICK FALLS, N.Y. Richard J. Cuddihy peacefully joined his son, David, on Wednesday, January 4, 2006. He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Virginia (Murphy) Cuddihy. He was born on November 8, 1921 in Hoosick Falls, son of the late Richard J. and Helen (Early) Cuddihy. An alumnus of St. Mary's Academy 1938, he enlisted in the United States Marines in 1942 and saw action on the Islands of Okinawa and Ryukyu. Following an honorable discharge in 1946, he married Virginia Murphy on October 12, 1946. A graduate of Paul Smith College, he was an employee of Fairbanks Express for over 30 years as traffic manager. A man of faith, he was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Hoosick Falls. Richard loved Hoosick Falls and belonged to the Elks Lodge #178 and the American Legion Post #40, both in Hoosick Falls. For many years, he served on the board of directors for the Hoosick Falls Credit Union. He especially enjoyed his frequent visits to Thorpe's. He was beloved father of Janis (Michael) Soscia of Latham, N.Y., Richard J. Cuddihy, Virginia Lynn Cuddihy (John Taylor), all of Hoosick Falls and Mark (Lisa) Cuddihy of Cambridge, N.Y. He is also survived by grandchildren, Amy, Tricia, Eric, Bridget and Sarah Cuddihy, Erin and Elizabeth Soscia, Benjamin Taylor; his great-grandchild, Michaela Soscia; his sister, Rita Hunt; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his grandchildren, Jennifer, Michele, Christopher and Timothy Cuddihy, his sisters, Helen and Marie and his brother, Jack. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 7 at 10:15 a.m. from the Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main Street in Hoosick Falls. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11:00 a.m. from the Immaculate Conception Church on Main Street in Hoosick Falls. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Members of the Elks will hold their service at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Academy through the funeral home. He was a generous and loving man who truly had a wonderful life. Arrangements by Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, Falls, NY 12090.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/6/2006.


Culora, Mary Jane
MECHANICVILLE Mary Jane Lupo Culora, 71, lifetime resident of Mechanicville, died Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at Schuyler Ridge Health Center, Clifton Park after a long illness. A full obituary and details of services for Mary Jane, will be published Wednesday, January 11. Arrangements by the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, Mechanicville.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/6/2006.


Endres, Marion A.
ALBANY Marion A. Endres, 89, died Monday, January 2, 2006 at her home. Born in Jersey City, N.J., she was the daughter of the late Peter and Maude Lenihan Mulhern. She retired in 1995 as a clerk after 15 years with the New York State Department of Tax and Finance. She previously worked as a supervisor for the US Geological Survey Department. Mrs. Endres was a member and former president of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians JFK Division 1, Albany. She was a former Columbiette and member of the Siena Alumni Association and Holy Cross Rosary Society. Marion was predeceased by her husband in 1971, Matthias J. Endres. She was the beloved mother of Paul Endres and the late Brenda A. Endres-Dame, who died February of 2005; sister of Peter Lenihan; sister-in-law of Mary Endres, Josephine Pellerin and Steven Endres; several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. The family would like to thank St. Peter's Homecare, Interim Healthcare and Albany Fire Department for the care given to Marion during her illness. Funeral services Saturday at 9:30 a.m. from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to St. Vincent de Paul Church, Albany at 10:00 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Friday 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment, St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Hammon, Emily
EAST GREENBUSH Emily (Amelia) Vigilone Hunsinger Hammon, formerly of Voorheesville, passed away on January 2, 2006 with her granddaughter Kristin by her side. Born on April 27, 1922, in Pittston, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Pascal and Josephine Magrio. Amelia was the widow of the late Albert Hammon and the mother of James and Emily Hunsinger of Albany and Patrick (Ellen) Hunsinger of Punta Gorda, Fla. She is also survived by two granddaughters, Maria (Jimmie) Sorriento Brown of Georgetown, Texas and Kristin Lynne (Scott) Blais of Castleton, and four great-grandchildren, Walter Patrick (WP) and Shea Elizabeth Humphrey and Olivia Lynne and Scott Joseph Blais. Other survivors include a brother, Michael (Stephanie) Vigilone of Schenectady and several nieces and nephews. Her siblings, Anthony and Dominick Vigilone and Ann Vigilone Primero, predeceased her. Arrangements are planned for a later date.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/6/2006 - 1/7/2006.


Keeler, Edward J.
CLAVERACK Edward J. Keeler, 87, of Claverack, died Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at Community Hospice at Columbia Memorial Hospital in Hudson. Born October 29, 1918 in Hudson, he was the son of the late Frank and Rose (Brennan) Keeler. He was co-founder of Wilbert Vault Works in Claverack and a lifelong area resident. Mr. Keeler served as a sergeant major in the United States Army with the 1st Infantry Division during World War II. He was a charter member of the Claverack Lions; the Hudson American Legion; the Hudson VFW; the Knights of Columbus and St. Mary's Church. Father of Margaret (James) McLane of Niskayuna, Joe (Cindy) Keeler of Hudson, Kevin (Robyn) Keeler of Ghent, Timothy (Deet) Keeler, George (Susan) Keeler and Mary (John) Daly, all of Claverack, Patrick (Donna) Keeler of Mellenville and Terrance (Elizabeth) Keeler of Ghent; brother of William Keeler of Utica; also survived by 18 grandchildren, a great-grandson and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Mary (O'Brien) Keeler; three brothers, James, Paul and Francis, and a sister, Mary Walsh. Calling hours will be 5-8 p.m. TODAY (Friday) at the Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home, 110 Green St., Hudson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary's Church, 429 East Allen St., Hudson. Burial will be in Cedar Park Cemetery in Hudson. Memorial donations may be made to the Hudson Lions Club, Box 843, Hudson, NY 12534 or to Community Hospice of Columbia/Greene, 47 Liberty St., Catskill, NY 12414.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/6/2006.


Kirker, William H.
PALATINE BRIDGE, N.Y. Mr. William H. Kirker, 91, a retired New York State Police Officer of Palatine Bridge, died on Tuesday, January 3, 2006. Mr. Kirker was born on December 27, 1914 in Albany, N.Y., the son of John Edward and Mary Barringer Kirker. He was a graduate of Christian Brothers Academy, class of 1933, and also of Albany Business College, class of 1936. Mr. Kirker entered the New York State Police, Troop C of Sidney, N.Y. in 1937. He retired in 1967 as a zone sergeant in Fonda, N.Y. He then served for five years in South Vietnam as a public safety advisor for the U.S. Agency for International Development. Upon his return to the U.S., he became the chief of police for the VA Hospital in Albany, finally retiring in 1974. A veteran of World War II, Mr. Kirker entered the U.S. Coast Guard in 1942 and was honorably discharged in 1946. He was an area resident for 54 years and was a communicant of St. Peter's & Paul's Roman Catholic Church as well as an Eucharist minister. Mr. Kirker was a 65-year member of the Smith-Schultz American Legion Post #222 and served as past county commander, a 65-year member of the VFW Earl Stock Memorial Post #3275. He served on the local council review board for the Boy Scouts of America and served on the parish council of St. Peter's & Paul's Catholic Church. He was also a member of the Association of Former State Troopers and served as chairperson for the Canajoharie/Palatine/Root Community Chest for several years. On December 15, 1945, he married Alice Cheatham in Albany, N.Y. Survivors include his wife, Alice B. Kirker of Palatine Bridge; daughter, Mary L. and her husband Ronald Chiesi of Middlevillage, N.Y.; son, John Edward Kirker of Cortland, N.Y.; brother, James Kirker of Fla.; sister, Marge McCaffrey of Fla.; six grandchildren, Amanda and Nathan Kirker, Ashley Shafer, Brittany Kirker, Allison and Kimberly Chiesi; great-granddaughter, Kayla Shafer. A 9:00 a.m. prayer service will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2006 at the Chapel of Houghtaling & Smith Funeral Home, 20 Otsego St., Canajoharie followed by a 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at St. Peter's & St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church, Cliff St., Canajoharie with Father William J. Gaffigan officiating. Burial will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery in Menands, N.Y. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to either, Mid-County Volunteer Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 126, Canajoharie, NY 13317 or St. Peter's & Paul's Catholic Church, Cliff St., Canajoharie, NY 13317.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/6/2006.


Lepore Jr., Mario J.
WEST SAND LAKE Mario J. Lepore Jr., aka Happy Roy, 67, of East Greenbush, N.Y., died suddenly Friday, December 30, 2005. Born in Montreal, Canada, Mario, at the age of 10, immigrated to the US in 1948 and became a US citizen in 1956. He had been a resident of the Capital Region for many years and was a semi-retired, self-employed contractor. Mario was predeceased by his brother, Anthony Lepore; son, John F. Lepore; and his wife of 41 years, Mildred V. Lepore. Mario is survived by his brothers, John Lepore and Dante Lepore; his sister, Mary Lepore; his daughters, Kim Lepore and Angela Lepore-Bennett; and by his sons, Mark Drozddzal, Mario J. Lepore and Anthony M. Lepore. Mario is also survived by his nine grandchildren, Erica Nusbaum, Megan Lepore, Jimmy Lepore, Katie Lepore, Anthony Lepore Jr., Nicholas Lepore, Abigail Lepore, Jeremy Lepore and Victoria Lepore. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral 8:30 a.m. Saturday, January 7, 2006 from the Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpk., Rensselaer and 9:00 a.m. at Church of St. Mary Clinton Heights where the Liturgy of Christian Death and Burial will be celebrated. Friends may call in the funeral home on Friday, January 6, 2006 from 4-8 p.m. Interment will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Castleton, N.Y.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Moore, Robert Garrison
WILMINGTON, N.C. Robert Garrison Moore, son of the late David S. and Ethel Garrison Moore, died December 30, 2005, at the age of 87. He was born in East Greenbush, N.Y. on May 24, 1918 and lived in the Albany area until moving to N.C. in 2003. Robert graduated from the Albany Academy and St. Lawrence University. He taught at Columbia High School in East Greenbush before joining the Army Air Forces and serving honorably in World War II. He spent the remainder of his career as an engineer for General Electric in Schenectady, retiring in 1980. Robert married Jean Wallace, currently of Scotts Hill, N.C., on December 27, 1941, and was the beloved father of David Moore of Scotts Hill and Lorna Moore Day of Kirkland, Wash. In addition to his wife and children, he is also survived by four granddaughters, Nicole Day of Omaha, Neb., Erica Hutchison of Macawao, Hawaii and Tanya Moore and Carrie Moore, both of Durham, N.C.; and three great-grandchildren, Chase, Jessica and Afton. Robert had two brothers, George and Ira, who predeceased him, and is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Robert will be buried with his family in East Greenbush, where funeral services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made in Robert's memory to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements, Andrews Mortuary, Market Street Chapel, Wilmington.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/6/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Motler, James J.
ALBANY James Joseph Motler, son of the late George E. and Tressa Mullany Motler, died suddenly Tuesday, January 3, 2006. He was born at Brady Maternity Hospital, Albany, N.Y. at a record weight of 13 pounds. He was the beloved husband of A. Theresa (Terry) Maloney for 43 years. Jim is survived by his six loving and adoring children, Deborah Ann of Charleston, S.C., Theresa Lee and her husband William Cahill of Rocky Hill, Conn., James Joseph Motler Jr. and his wife Maureen A. of Guilderland, Christopher Motler and his wife Pamela J. of Ballston Lake, Daniel Patrick Motler and his wife Janice M. of Shark Rivers Hills, N.J. and Katherine Anne and her husband Chanderdeep Singh of Niskayuna. He was blessed with 12 grandchildren who affectionately called him Pop and Poppy, Liam Finbarr, Declan Terrence, Kellyanne Marie and Elena Theresa Cahill, Eric James, Julia Louise and Emma Mary Motler, Caroline Joyce and Allison Elaine Motler, Blaise James Motler and Aidan Ajit and Amandeep James Singh. Also survived by his sisters, Martha Ragule; brother-in-law of Franklinette Motler, Mark Maloney and Kathleen McHale; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, John, George E. and John J., and sister, Mary. A dedicated child, Jim spent many weekends on the Freihofer's Bread truck and Motler family store. He was also an altar server for Bishop Edmund F. Gibbons. Jim was a lifelong resident of Albany and graduated from the former Vincentian Institute, class of 1950, and Siena College, class of 1954. After ROTC at Siena, he was stationed at WeisBaden, Germany as a First Lt. in the 44th Division as a field artillery specialist. Upon returning to the States, he furthered his education by completing his M.B.A. at Siena College in 1960. He went to work for the State of New York, concluding his 28-year career in 1991 with the department of transportation. Jim was past president of the Holy Cross Men's Association and elected Man of the Year in 1978. He also served as financial secretary for the Ancient Order of Hibernians and secretary of BPOE, #49. He spent well over 30 years in the Western Turnpike Golf League. He was a loyal Democrat committeeman and actively supported Westland Hills Little League. Jim was a devoted communicant and usher at Holy Cross Church, Albany for over 35 years. His hobbies included tinkering in his tool shop, marveling at air travel, especially World War II vintage P51-D fighter jets, family camping and collecting wood working tools. Funeral services Friday at 12:30 from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to Holy Cross Church, Albany at 1:00 p.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited. Interment will follow the Mass in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Contributions can be made to Holy Cross School, Rosemont St., Albany, NY 12203.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/4/2006 - 1/6/2006.


O'Hara, Ethel L.
COHOES Ethel L. O'Hara, 95, of Ogden Mill Apartments, Cohoes, died at St. Mary's Hospital, Troy, Monday, January 2, 2006 after a short illness. She was born and educated in Whitehall, N.Y. and was the daughter of the late Henry and Delia Martin. She was a member of the Cohoes Senior Citizens and Waterford Auxiliary VFW. Wife of the late John W. O'Hara. She is survived by her daughter, Mary (Del) O'Hara of Cohoes and mother of the late John (Marty) O'Hara; grandmother of Scott O'Hara and his wife Caryn of Speigletown; great-grandmother of Ashley Marie and Kathleen Elizabeth O'Hara of East Greenbush, Scott Martin and Camryn Adeline O'Hara of Speigletown. She was predeceased by six sisters and one brother. Also aunt of Tonita and Robert Gagnon of Troy and several great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral Saturday 10:00 a.m. from the Dufresne Funeral Home, Inc., 216 Columbia Street, Cohoes and 10:30 a.m. at St. Bernard's Church, Cohoes where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Watervliet. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Contributions may be made in Ethel's memory to Seton Health Advance Illness/Palliative Care, 1300 Mass. Ave., Troy, NY 12180. For directions and guest registry: dufresnefuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/6/2006.


Rivenburg, Dorothy
RENSSELAERVILLE Dorothy Rivenburg, 80 years, of Rensselaerville, N.Y., passed away on January 5, 2006 at the Good Samaritan Lutheran Health Care Center in Delmar, N.Y. She was born in Westerlo, N.Y. on April 16, 1925, daughter of the late Winford and Blanche (Weinberger) Rivenburg. Dorothy was a homemaker and lifelong resident of the Westerlo and Rensselaerville communities. Dorothy was Miss Westerlo of 1943. She was a devoted wife and mother. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Francis (Bud) Rivenburg, in 1986; a brother, Earl Rivenburg; and a sister, Mildred Frederick. Surviving are her daughter, Phyllis Fitzgerald of Westerlo, N.Y.; her brother, Glenn Rivenburg of Selkirk, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Cunningham Funeral Home, 4898 SR 81, Greenville, N.Y. 12083. There will be no calling hours. Interment will be in the Rensselaerville Cemetery in the spring at the convenience of the family. Those who wish may contribute in Dorothy's memory to the Rensselaerville Volunteer Fire Co. or to the Rensselaerville Ladies Battalion, 4990 Delaware Tpk., Rensselaerville, NY 12147.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/6/2006.


Roehr, Kathryn A.
GUILDERLAND Kathryn A. Roehr entered eternal rest on January 3, 2006 at the Hospice Inn of St. Peter's Hospital. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Edwin N. and Dorothy C. Roehr. She was a graduate of SUNY Morrisville. Ms. Roehr was a recent retiree of the New York State Comptrollers Office, Retirement Division. Kate was an avid horsewoman, traveler and quilter. She was a member of the Tennessee Walker Horse Club, Helderberg Home Bureau, Quilts North and Q.U.I.L.T.S. She is survived by her brother, Thomas E. Roehr of Guilderland. Special thanks to the staff of St. Peter's Hospice Inn for the compassion, care and kindness shown to Kate during her illness. A memorial service, to which relatives and friends are invited, will be held 11 a.m. Friday at DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home, 5216 Western Turnpike, Guilderland (west of Rt. 146, Carman Rd). Those who wish may send memorial contributions to Community Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, NY 12208.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Schisa, Louis William
LATHAM Louis William Schisa, 84, died Tuesday, January 3, 2006 at Eddy-Ford Nursing Home in Cohoes. Born in Syracuse, he was the son of the late Rev. Ettore Schisa and Anita (Stella) Schisa and husband for 51 years of Clare M. Toolajian Schisa. Lou earned his bachelor of arts degree in economics from Syracuse University and completed the master program in economics at Syracuse University. He was in ROTC at Syracuse and the Glee Club and Pershing Rifles. He served as a 1st Lt. in the U.S. Army Infantry during World War II and was wounded in action during the Battle of the Bulge. After the war, he served in military government as property control officer in Germany. He received the Purple Heart, World War II Victory Medal, Army Occupation Medal, European-African Middle Eastern Medal and Combat Infantry Badge. He was employed at the New York State Department of Labor, Division of Employment as a labor market analyst in Binghamton. He was transferred to Albany as chief of labor market information and later became director of the division of research and statistics. He received the Vladimir Chavid Memorial Award for promoting and fostering excellence in the field of labor market information and employee security research. He was a former member of the International Association of Personnel in Employment Security and the American Economic Association. He attended Loudonville Presbyterian Church where he sang in the choir and was a former member of the worship committee and was a member of Troy Chromatics Concerts. Lou enjoyed playing golf and tennis, was an avid reader, loved music, especially opera, and did woodworking and other crafts. His greatest joy was his family. Survivors in addition to his wife include his daughters, Dr. Elizabeth D'Angelo and husband Dr. Kevin D'Angelo of Orchard Park, Nancy Porter and husband Dr. Michael Porter of Bennington, Vt. and Carol O'Grady and husband Terrance O'Grady, Esq. of Rochester, N.Y.; seven grandchildren, William and Alexandra D'Angelo and Tara, Christopher and Alyssa Porter and Thomas and Leigh O'Grady; a sister, Esther Schisa; brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law, Rev. Donald Pichaske, Jack Burroughs and Marion Schisa. He was predeceased by several brothers and sisters, Raymond (Eileen) and Hector Schisa, Bertha (James) Ashcraft, Martha Pichaske, Marion Burroughs and Martha (Albert) Rokow. Also survived by 12 nieces and nephews and 19 grandnieces and nephews and 11 great-grandnieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held Monday at 11:00 a.m. at Loudonville Presbyterian Church, 22 Old Niskayuna Road, Loudonville with Rev. Elaine Woroby, pastor, officiating. Relatives and friends may call at the Bryce Funeral Home Inc., 276 Pawling Avenue, Troy on Sunday from 4-8 p.m. Interment, Elmwood Hill Cemetery in Troy. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Louis Schisa to the Loudonville Presbyterian Church, 22 Old Niskayuna Road, Loudonville, NY 12211 or the Northeast Health Foundation, 2224 Burdett Avenue, Troy, NY 12180. For a private family guest book and service directions, visit: www.brycefh.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Simone, Anthony P.
GUILDERLAND Anthony Pasquale Simone, 87, of Guilderland, died Tuesday, January 3, 2006 at his home in Fla. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Passarella Simone. A veteran of the United States Navy, Anthony served during World War II and the Korean War. Later, he worked for the General Electric Co. in Schenectady as a millwright leader, retiring in 1978. He was a member of the Rotterdam VFW Post 1895. His hobbies included golf, gardening and fishing. He is survived by his wife, Angelina Tedesco Simone; two daughters, Mary Ann Coffey of Guilderland and Lisa A. (Gerry) Faucett of Satellite Beach, Fla.; three sons, Anthony P. Simone Jr. of Cohoes, Joseph A. (Jone) Simone of Guilderland and Garry D. (Barbara) Simone of Central Bridge; six grandchildren, George W. Zounes, Andrea N. (Chad) Lilley of Guilderland, Anthony P. (Lisa) Simone III of Long Island, Todd Simone of Latham, Angela C. and William A. Simone, both of Central Bridge; great-grandchildren, Cameron and Courtney Zounes, Michael Simone and Jackson Lilley. Funeral services will be held 9:15 a.m. Monday at DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home, 5216 Western Turnpike, Guilderland (just west of Rt. 146, Carman Rd.) followed by a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Madeleine Sophie Church, Guilderland. Calling hours, to which relatives and friends are invited, will be held Sunday from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Entombment, with full military honors, will follow in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Niskayuna. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be made to the Stratton VA Medical Center, Patient Projects, in care of volunteer services, 113 Holland Ave., Albany, NY 12208.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/6/2006 - 1/7/2006.


Skoney, Winnie
GUILDERLAND Winnie Skoney, 81, died Tuesday, January 3, 2006 at St. Peter's Hospital. Born in Manchester, N.H., she was the daughter of the late John and Catherine Polchopek Grzywacz. She had been a bakery clerk for Price Chopper in Guilderland. Mrs. Skoney was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Skoney. She was the beloved mother of David J. Skoney (Kathy) of Albany, Barbara Miles of Albany and Nancy Skoney of Largo, Fla.; dear grandmother of Kolleen and David Jr.; sister of Florence Witkowski of Amsterdam and the late Stephen Grzywacz; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services Friday at 9:30 a.m. from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to the Historic Church of St. Mary on Capitol Hill at 10:00 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Friday morning after 8:00 in the funeral home. Interment, Calvary Cemetery, Glenmont. Contributions can be made to the Western Turnpike Rescue Squade, 200 Centre Drive, Albany, NY 12203.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Solomonik, Beylya
ALBANY Beylya Solomonik, age 81, of the Daughters of Sarah Nursing Center, formerly of Hudson Avenue, Albany, N.Y., died Thursday morning, January 5, 2006 at the nursing center. Mrs. Solomonik was born in Belarus, Russia and has been a Capital District resident since 1979. While residing in Russia, Mrs. Solomonik taught Russian language and literature. She was well known for knitting, sewing and cooking, and was an avid reader. She is survived by her loving son, Leonid and his wife Sofiya Ginzburg of Loudonville, N.Y.; beloved grandmother of Serge and Victoria Ginzburg. Services at Temple Israel Cemetery, Western Avenue, Guilderland, N.Y. on Friday, January 6, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/6/2006.


Stokes Jr., Leonard E.
ALBANY Leonard E. Stokes Jr., 79, of Albany, formerly of Latham and Menands, died Tuesday, January 3, 2006, at Community Inn at St. Peter's Hospice, Albany, after a long illness. He was the husband of Mary Jane Stokes since 1947. Born and educated in Albany, he was the son of the late Leonard E. Stokes and Ruth Stokes Shaver. A graduate of Philip Schuyler High School in 1944, he joined the US Navy, serving on the USS Cowpens CVL 25 during World War II. After the war, he moved to Latham in 1949, then to Menands in 1981, and finally to Albany in 2005. Mr. Stokes worked for State Bank of Albany, now Fleet Bank, and the former Cohoes Savings Bank, from which he retired as vice president and branch manager (Latham) in 1979. He was a member of the Latham Little League, SCOR, Latham Kiwanis (past president), VFW Post 7411 Latham, Colonie Elks, a member of Evening Star Masonic Lodge #75 F&AM (past master) and the Royal Arch Masons. He finally retired in 1994 to travel in his motorhome with his wife. A communicant of St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, Latham since 1952, he served as a Sunday school teacher, member of the vestry, treasurer and warden for 20 years. Besides his wife, he is survived by his children, Dr. Leonard E. (Susan) Stokes III of Loudonville, Bruce V. (JoAnn) Stokes of Coxsackie, Dawn (Mitchell) Lester of Mauldin, S.C. and Faith D. Stokes of Ravena; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brother, Kenneth L. Stokes. The family wishes to thank the staff of Drs. James Puelo, Samuel Feldman and Bruce Lyman for their compassionate care of Leonard. Funeral service 10:00 a.m. Saturday at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, Latham where a Holy Eucharist will be celebrated. Friends are invited and may call Friday 5-8 p.m. at the Bowen Funeral Home, 97 Old Loudon Road, Latham. Interment in Memory's Garden, Colonie. Contributions in Leonard's memory may be made to St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 129 Old Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110 or St. Peter's Hospice, 315 South Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208. Condolence page and directions: www.bowenfuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Stricos, Jacqulyn M.
GLENMONT Jacqulyn M. Stricos, 79, at home on January 2, 2006 after a courageous battle with cancer. Mrs. Stricos was a Troy native. She worked in the gift shop at Albany Medical Center Hospital for 35 years. She was a member of the East Side Seniors in Troy. Mrs. Stricos was the wife of the late Arnold Riede and Charles Stricos. She is the mother of Donald B. Riede and his wife Marilyn of North Port, Fla. and Donna M. Riede of Glenmont; stepmother of Robert and Jack Stricos and the late Carol Stricos; sister of Evelyn Martin and the late Ray Trembly; grandmother of Craig and Traci Scalzo, Geoffrey (Tina) Riede, Lisa Williams, Jacqui (Daniel) Papalia and Brandi Riede; great-grandmother of Trevor, Maya, Brennah and Jake; aunt of Bob, Bill, Ken and Bev. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, January 7, 2006 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, Delmar. Friends may call Friday 3-6 p.m. at the Durant Funeral Home, 17 Languish Pl., Glenmont. Spring interment, Sand Lake Union Cemetery. Contributions may be made to either the Gynecological Cancer Foundation, 401 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60611 or the Community Hospice of Albany County, 445 New Karner Road, Albany, 12205.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/6/2006.


Williams, Virginia R.
NISKAYUNA Virginia R. Williams, 84, of Carrie Court, died Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at Ellis Hospital. Mrs. Williams was born in Schenectady and was a lifelong area resident. She was a graduate of Scotia Glenville High School and Russell Sage College, receiving a bachelor's and master's degree. Mrs. Williams worked for the former Carl Company as a buyer and later for the National Bureau of Labor and Statistics. Subsequently, she was a school teacher at Glencliff in the Niskayuna School District. Mrs. Williams was a member of the Grace Chapel in Clifton Park. She did volunteer work for the Schenectady County Public Library and was a member of the Rexford Women's Art Group. Mrs. Williams was predeceased by her husband, Clifford H. Williams; he died in 1992; and a brother, Robert R. Mitchell. She is survived by one son, Stephen R. Williams and his wife Laura of Calif.; two daughters, Charlotte W. Mack and her husband Howard of Glenville and Joan E. Durgin and her husband John of Pa.; 11 grandchildren, Meredith, Elizabeth, Daniel, Seth and Benjamin Williams, Virginia and Andrew Mack, Paul, Joy, Amy and Kitty Durgin and one great-grandchild; one sister-in-law, Susan Mitchell of Cambridge, N.Y.; one cousin, Ruth Turner of Niskayuna. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service which will be conducted Sunday afternoon at 3:00 at the Grace Chapel, Main Street, Clifton Park. Calling hours will be Saturday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 at the Gleason Funeral Home, 730 Union Street, Schenectady. Interment will be in the Jonesville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grace Chapel, 996 Main Street, Clifton Park, NY 12065.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/6/2006.


Obituary Notices for 1/7/2006

Austin, Robert B. [Photo]
ALBANY Robert B. Austin, 87, a lifelong resident of Albany, died Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at Child's Nursing Home in Albany. He was born in Canajoharie and was the son of the late William and Catherine Diefendorf Austin. Mr. Austin was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in the 30th Infantry (Old Hickory) in the European Theater during World War II. After the war, Robert and his brother John owned and operated Austin Distributing Company. At the age of 50, Robert started scuba diving and was a seasonal visitor to the shores of Maine. For several years before his retirement, he worked for the U.S. Postal Service in Colonie. The New York Yankees were Robert's favorite team in any season. Robert is the father of Robert B. Austin Jr. and his wife Mary Ann of Norwalk, Conn., Karen E. Harris of Slingerlands, Joan E. Stanton of East Berne, David J. Austin of Tampa, Fla., Lynn M. Kudlack and her husband Richard of Guilderland and Michael J. Austin of Nutley, N.J. He is the brother of Eugenia (Genie) Burke of Rensselaer and Marion Phinney of Ormond Beach, Fla. He is the grandfather of Elanor, Katy, Katherine, Christopher, Patrick and Lan Jin; also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Robert was predeceased by his brother, John. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 12:00 p.m. at St. Madeleine Sophie Church, Guilderland. Calling hours will be Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155 - south of Central Ave). Interment will be in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions would be appreciated to the Disabled American Veterans, 3725 Alexandria Pike, Cold Spring, KY 41076 in memory of Robert B. Austin.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/7/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Ayers, Pliny L.
BROOKSVILLE, Fla. Pliny L. Whitey Ayers, 69, passed away January 3, 2006. Friends may call on Sunday, January 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Light's Funeral Home, 1428 State Street, Schenectady N.Y. Services will be Monday, January 9, 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow in St. Cyril and Method Cemetery, Rotterdam.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/7/2006.


Bondi, Anthony J.
ALBANY Anthony J. Bondi, 89, of Albany, suddenly entered eternal rest on Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at St. Peter's Hospital. Mr. Bondi was born in Troy but lived all his married life in Albany. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, serving in the medical corps including the New Guinea Campaign. He later was employed by the Ford Motor Co. in Green Island for 32 years and, after retiring, was employed by Sears Roebuck & Co. in Colonie for 10 years. He was a communicant of St. Margaret Mary's Church in Albany, and a member of the Guilderland Elks. Mr. Bondi is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Marie LaCavera Bondi; his son, Gerald A. (Colleen) Bondi of Westmere; his daughter, Margaret A. Bondi of Latham; his sister, Mary Rose Bondi of Troy; his brothers, Paul B. (Mary) Bondi of Latham and Henry Bondi of Schenectady; his grandchildren, Stephanie Robinson (Christopher Robinson, M.D.) of Mount Pleasant, S.C. and Bryan Bondi of Hartford, Conn.; his great-grandson, C.J. Robinson; and by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Maria Bondi, and his sisters, Amelia, Jean and Josephine Bondi. Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Saturday morning at 8:15 and from there to St. Margaret Mary's Church, Homestead St., Albany at 9:00. Relatives and friends are invited. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/6/2006 - 1/7/2006.


Bosco Jr., Samuel [Photo]
TROY Samuel Bosco Jr., 84, of Lansingburgh, died Thursday, January 5, 2006 at St. Peter's Hospital, Albany after a brief illness. Born in Oswego, N.Y., he was the son of the late Samuel Bosco Sr. and Mary Mondello Bosco and loving husband of the late Mary Coreno Bosco, who died July 3, 2005. They were married for 50 years. Raised in Oswego, he was a graduate of Oswego High School and the Rochester Business Institute. He was a Lansingburgh resident for 51 years. A veteran of World War II, he served in the Army Air Corps and Army Infantry, where he taught water survival and self-defense techniques to our troops. Sam was a sales representative and sales manager for the Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. in the Capital District area for more than 40 years, retiring in 1979. He was looked to as a respected and valued resource by his colleagues and a mentor to new agents entering the insurance field. He received several sales and leadership awards while with the company. He was a member and past president of the board of directors of the Lansingburgh Boys and Girls Club, where he currently served as trustee. He was a member, past president, long-time treasurer and Paul Harris Fellow of the Lansingburgh Rotary Club. He was co-recipient, with his wife Mary, of the sixth annual Frank W. Kennedy Memorial Award on October 1, 2000. He was an active member of St. Augustine's Church. He also gave of his time and energy to help at Van Rensselaer Manor, St. Joseph's Provincial House and the Trinity Church Meal Program to feed the poor in the community. Service above self, was his mantra; he always showed care and compassion for others. Sam was a generous, loving man and was always devoted to his family and friends. Survivors include a son, Samuel F. Bosco, M.D. and his wife Carol of Wynantskill; two brothers, Frank E. Bosco of Clifton, N.J. and Joseph A. Bosco of Oswego; three sisters, Theresa Bosco, Mary Musacchio and Ann Geers, all of Oswego; several nieces and nephews and very close friends. Funeral services will be at 9:00 a.m. Monday from the McLoughlin & Mason Funeral Home, corner of 109th Street and Third Ave., Lansingburgh and at 9:30 a.m. in St. Augustine's Church, where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Burial will be in St. Paul's Cemetery, Mechanicville. Calling hours are 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. Memorial donations to the Lansingburgh Boys and Girls Club, 501 4th Ave., Troy, NY 12182 or to McAuley Living Services, 308 S. Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208 would be appreciated. For directions and guest book, please visit: www.mcloughlinmason.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/7/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Brunner Jr., John F.
MIAMI, Fla. John (JB) F. Brunner Jr., 90, formerly of Vic's Court, Colonie, passed away peacefully at home on January 3, 2006. Father of Dorothy (Dottie) Hilligrass of Loudonville, Mary Ann (John) Sesock of New Port Richey, Fla., John (Jack) Brunner of Colonie, Lonnie (Joe) Navejas of Sugar Land, Texas; grandfather of Kenneth Sesock, Matthew, Jason (Bhavna) and Jennifer Hilligrass. JB was predeceased by his wife, Inez, and sister, Anna Mae Brunner. He is also survived by sister, Barbara Mahar of Colonie, as well as longtime companion, Laura Luckett and family. He proudly served in the Coast Guard during World War II upon the U.S.S. General William Mitchell. He was a gunner who fought at Normandy on D-Day. JB was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 106 in Albany for 54 years. He was also an active Member of the Elk's #1835, Moose #1656, VFW #471 and American Legion Post #67, all of North Miami. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember JB in a special way may contribute to a charity of their choice or to the American Legion Post #67, 14901 West Dixie Highway, North Miami, Fla. 33181-1013.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/7/2006 - 1/8/2006.


D'Aprile, Margaret V. [Photo]
ALBANY Margaret V. D'Aprile, 88, died Friday, January 6, 2006 in the Community Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Loretta Murphy Welter. She worked at Winthrop Chemicals in Rensselaer for 12 years and then the City of Albany Public Baths for 16 years. She was a member of the Albany Columbiettes. Margaret was predeceased by her husband, Carmelo C. D'Aprile. She was dear mother of Robert J. D'Aprile of Albany; dear grandmother of Robert J. D'Aprile, Jr.; sister of Anna Isabella and the late Marion Bianchino, Regina Cornell and Joseph E. Welter; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services Monday at 8:45 a.m. from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to St. John's-St. Ann's Church in Albany's South End at 9:30 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Sunday 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment, Calvary Cemetery. Those wishing to remember Margaret and her family in a special way may send a contribution to Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/7/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Haley, Wm. Edward [Photo]
LATHAM Wm. Edward Haley, 69, of Latham, died Friday, January 6, 2006, at his residence after a brief illness. He was the husband of Nancy E. Haley. Born in Barre, Vt., he was the son of the late Elmer and Helen Haley. A resident of the Town of Colonie for the past 60 years, he was a graduate of Colonie High School. Ed owned and operated Edco Auto Trim in Latham for over 45 years. Ed and Nancy had operated Haley Amusements for 25 years. He served in the US Army during the Korean War, and was a member of the E.T. Ruane American Legion Post #476, Cohoes. For many years he enjoyed his residence in the Adirondacks. Besides his wife, he is survived by his children, Terri Haley of Niskayuna, Timothy (Roberta) Haley of Clifton Park, Tamie (Tom) Hadden of Lansingburgh, Nancy (Michael) Apisa and Kelly (Edward) Kuhn of Latham; two stepsons, Douglas (Allison) Akins of Saratoga and Edward Akins of Rock City Falls; a special niece and nephew, Karen and Stan Batko; 17 grandchildren and two great-granddaughters. He was predeceased by his brother, Elmer Alan Haley. Friends are invited to call Sunday 4-8 p.m. at the Bowen Funeral Home, 97 Old Loudon Road, Latham. Private funeral services will be followed by cremation at Albany Rural Crematory. Contributions in Ed's memory may be made to the Activities Fund of Stratton VA Medical Center, 116 Holland Avenue, Albany, NY 12208, or Community Hospice of Albany County, 445 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205. Condolence page and directions @ www.bowenfuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/7/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Hammon, Emily
EAST GREENBUSH Emily (Amelia) Vigilone Hunsinger Hammon, formerly of Voorheesville, passed away on January 2, 2006 with her granddaughter Kristin by her side. Born on April 27, 1922, in Pittston, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Pascal and Josephine Magrio. Amelia was the widow of the late Albert Hammon and the mother of James and Emily Hunsinger of Albany and Patrick (Ellen) Hunsinger of Punta Gorda, Fla. She is also survived by two granddaughters, Maria (Jimmie) Sorriento Brown of Georgetown, Texas and Kristin Lynne (Scott) Blais of Castleton, and four great-grandchildren, Walter Patrick (WP) and Shea Elizabeth Humphrey and Olivia Lynne and Scott Joseph Blais. Other survivors include a brother, Michael (Stephanie) Vigilone of Schenectady and several nieces and nephews. Her siblings, Anthony and Dominick Vigilone and Ann Vigilone Primero, predeceased her. Arrangements are planned for a later date.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/6/2006 - 1/7/2006.


Kiernan, Edwin
ROTTERDAM Edwin (Ed) Kiernan died suddenly on Wednesday, January 4, 2006, at St Clare's Hospital in Schenectady. He was born in Albany, N.Y. on May 6, 1924. He served in the Army with Merrill's Marauders during World War II. He was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Veterans of Overseas Service of America, and Disabled American Veterans. He was predeceased by his parents, Patrick Kiernan and Ruth Critcher Kiernan, and brothers, Charles Kiernan and Patrick Kiernan Jr. He is survived by sisters, Catherine Welch, Ruth Lyons and Louise Graves; brother, William Kiernan; daughter, Karen Stella; sons, Kevin (Mary Jo), Michael, and Keith (Beth); granddaughter, Helene Hansen; numerous nieces and nephews. It was his wish that his body be donated to Albany Medical College for research purposes. Memorial service to be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 21, 2006 at Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Avenue, Albany, N.Y. All are invited to attend. A gathering will precede the service 10:00 a.m. The family wishes to thank the Critical Care Unit and Emergency Room staff at St Clare's Hospital for the respect and compassion they extended to us during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Critical Care Unit or Emergency Room at St. Clare's Hospital, 600 McClellan St., Schenectady, NY 12304.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/7/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Kilburn, Jerome F.
COSSAYUNA, N.Y. Jerome F. Kilburn, 88, died January 5, 2006. Predeceased by wife, Amy. Survivors, daughters, Joan Kilburn, Nancy (Dale) Foss; brother, Elmer (Martha); sisters, Jessie (Marshall) Pregent, Elsie Bodkin. Services Sunday 2 p.m., West Rupert Church of Christ, West Rupert, Vt. No calling hours. Arrangements, McClellan Funeral Service, 19 East Broadway, Salem, N.Y. www.mcclellanfuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/7/2006.


Langton, Kathryn F.
TROY Kathryn F. Langton, 89, of Pawling Avenue in Troy, died January 5, 2006 at St. Mary's Hospital after a short illness and surrounded by her family. Born in Troy, she was the daughter of the late William A. Burke and Bridget Ryan Burke and the wife of the late William J. Langton. She was a graduate of St. Joseph's School and Catholic Central High School, class of 1934. Kathryn retired from the New York State Department of Labor in 1979 after 20 years of service. She was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church and a member of the altar rosary society. Survivors included her four daughters, Carol (Brian) Carroll of Clifton Park, Kathleen (Fred) Weber of Troy, Janet DeMento of Fla. and Ann (James) Verhey of Napa, Calif.; nine grandchildren, Colleen (Steve) Blake and Kathleen (Chris) Stinson, Richard Weber, William (Pam) Weber, Nancy (Patrick) Hogan, Michael Weber, Lisa (Doug) Bonaquist, Anthony DeMento and Ryan Verhey; and nine great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her brothers, James F. Burke and William A. Burke. The funeral will be on Monday at 9:00 a.m. from the Daniel D. Purcell Funeral Home, 510 Pawling Ave. at Parkview Court, Troy and at 9:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, Troy where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment will be in Saint Joseph's Cemetery, Troy. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home Sunday from 3:00 until 5:00 p.m. Donations in Kathryn's memory may be made to Sacred Heart Church, 310 Spring Ave., Troy, NY 12180 or to Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, 295 Valleyview Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/7/2006 - 1/8/2006.


McClintock, Beverly A.
NEW LEBANON Beverly A. (Acker) McClintock, 63, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 5, 2006 at Community Hospice of Albany in St Peter's. She was born in Albany, January 25, 1942. Beverly was a senior upgrader for Matthew Bender Law Book Co. in Menands, prior to retiring in 1992 after 25 years of service. Predeceased by her parents, Milton and Claire (Moore) Acker; a brother, Leslie Acker; her stepmother, Florence Acker. Beverly is survived by her beloved husband, David A. McClintock Sr.; loving mother of Roxann King of New Lebanon, David A. (Kim) McClintock Jr. of Castleton, Brian S. (Patrice) McClintock of Rensselaer; cherished grandmother of Amanda and Nicholas McClintock, Amy Paul and Jessica Faresta, Thomas, Austin, Amber and Aaron King; also survived by several nieces and nephews, cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral 9:00 a.m. Monday from the Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpk., Rensselaer, N.Y. Friends may call in the funeral home on Sunday from 4-7 p.m. Interment will be in New Rural Cemetery, East Greenbush in the spring. The family has requested that those who wish to remember Beverly make contributions to the Arthritis Foundation, NE New York Chapter, 1717 Central Ave., Suite 105, Albany, NY 12205 or American Lung Association, 3 Winners Circle, Albany, NY 12205 in her memory.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/7/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Moore, Robert Garrison
WILMINGTON, N.C. Robert Garrison Moore, son of the late David S. and Ethel Garrison Moore, died December 30, 2005, at the age of 87. He was born in East Greenbush, N.Y. on May 24, 1918 and lived in the Albany area until moving to N.C. in 2003. Robert graduated from the Albany Academy and St. Lawrence University. He taught at Columbia High School in East Greenbush before joining the Army Air Forces and serving honorably in World War II. He spent the remainder of his career as an engineer for General Electric in Schenectady, retiring in 1980. Robert married Jean Wallace, currently of Scotts Hill, N.C., on December 27, 1941, and was the beloved father of David Moore of Scotts Hill and Lorna Moore Day of Kirkland, Wash. In addition to his wife and children, he is also survived by four granddaughters, Nicole Day of Omaha, Neb., Erica Hutchison of Macawao, Hawaii and Tanya Moore and Carrie Moore, both of Durham, N.C.; and three great-grandchildren, Chase, Jessica and Afton. Robert had two brothers, George and Ira, who predeceased him, and is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Robert will be buried with his family in East Greenbush, where funeral services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made in Robert's memory to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements, Andrews Mortuary, Market Street Chapel, Wilmington.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/6/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Race, Mary M.
ALBANY Mary M. Penders Race, 75, entered into eternal life Thursday, January 5, 2006 at Albany Memorial Hospital after a short illness. Born in Cohoes, she was the daughter of the late William J. and Rhea Durocher Penders and step-daughter of the late May Foster Penders. She grew up in Cohoes and lived in Albany since 1960. A graduate of Keveny Memorial Academy, she attended Troy Business College. Mrs Race was employed for 40 years by the NY Telephone company retiring in 1990. While with NY Tel, she was a secretary in the directory department for many years. She retired from the engineering department with the title of manager. Mrs. Race was a member of the Directory Alumni Council, NY Chapter, serving on the board of directors as secretary . She was also a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. A Communicant of St. Catherine of Siena Church, she was a member of the St. Catherine Senior Citizens, Albany Columbiettes #173, AARP, Capital District Chapter #78 and the Kusky Seniors Bowling League. She is survived by her husband, Nathan S. Race; sister-in-law, Ann Marie (Joseph) Tegiacchi of Guilderland; nieces, Carol (Daniel) Bristol, Helen (Jack) Pedersen, Donna Wright; nephews, James (Sharon) Mohr, Thomas Penders, Joseph R. Tegiacchi and Nicholas (Lisa) Tegiacchi; several grand-nieces and grand-nephews, and one great-grand-nephew. Funeral services will be held Monday at 9:15 a.m. from the Daniel Keenen Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Ave., Albany thence to St. Catherine of Siena Church, 40 Hopewell St., Albany, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 3-7 p.m. Interment in the Race family lot in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, E. Greenbush.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/7/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Ribley, Joan A.
ALCOVE Joan A. (Hanson) Ribley, 74, died peacefully on Thursday, January 5, 2006 in the comfort of her home. Born in Albany, she has resided in Alcove for 30 years. Joan was employed in the offices of the former Bond Bread Company for many years. Recently, she was a homemaker. Joan is survived by her husband of 56 years, Harry E. Ribley; her children, Mark J. Ribley of Ravena, Julia K. Ribley of Schenectady, Stephen J. Ribley of Ravena and Melissa Apjohn of Delmar; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She is the sister of Helen Mendleson of Albany, Sally Nesbit of Boulder, Colo., James Hanson of Mission, Texas, Richard Hanson of Andersonville, Ga. and the late Joseph Hanson, Mary Limmer and Fred Hanson; also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends may call at Caswell Funeral Home, Ravena on Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. Funeral and burial services will be private.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/7/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Schisa, Louis William
LATHAM Louis William Schisa, 84, died Tuesday, January 3, 2006 at Eddy-Ford Nursing Home in Cohoes. Born in Syracuse, he was the son of the late Rev. Ettore Schisa and Anita (Stella) Schisa and husband for 51 years of Clare M. Toolajian Schisa. Lou earned his bachelor of arts degree in economics from Syracuse University and completed the master program in economics at Syracuse University. He was in ROTC at Syracuse and the Glee Club and Pershing Rifles. He served as a 1st Lt. in the U.S. Army Infantry during World War II and was wounded in action during the Battle of the Bulge. After the war, he served in military government as property control officer in Germany. He received the Purple Heart, World War II Victory Medal, Army Occupation Medal, European-African Middle Eastern Medal and Combat Infantry Badge. He was employed at the New York State Department of Labor, Division of Employment as a labor market analyst in Binghamton. He was transferred to Albany as chief of labor market information and later became director of the division of research and statistics. He received the Vladimir Chavid Memorial Award for promoting and fostering excellence in the field of labor market information and employee security research. He was a former member of the International Association of Personnel in Employment Security and the American Economic Association. He attended Loudonville Presbyterian Church where he sang in the choir and was a former member of the worship committee and was a member of Troy Chromatics Concerts. Lou enjoyed playing golf and tennis, was an avid reader, loved music, especially opera, and did woodworking and other crafts. His greatest joy was his family. Survivors in addition to his wife include his daughters, Dr. Elizabeth D'Angelo and husband Dr. Kevin D'Angelo of Orchard Park, Nancy Porter and husband Dr. Michael Porter of Bennington, Vt. and Carol O'Grady and husband Terrance O'Grady, Esq. of Rochester, N.Y.; seven grandchildren, William and Alexandra D'Angelo and Tara, Christopher and Alyssa Porter and Thomas and Leigh O'Grady; a sister, Esther Schisa; brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law, Rev. Donald Pichaske, Jack Burroughs and Marion Schisa. He was predeceased by several brothers and sisters, Raymond (Eileen) and Hector Schisa, Bertha (James) Ashcraft, Martha Pichaske, Marion Burroughs and Martha (Albert) Rokow. Also survived by 12 nieces and nephews and 19 grandnieces and nephews and 11 great-grandnieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held Monday at 11:00 a.m. at Loudonville Presbyterian Church, 22 Old Niskayuna Road, Loudonville with Rev. Elaine Woroby, pastor, officiating. Relatives and friends may call at the Bryce Funeral Home Inc., 276 Pawling Avenue, Troy on Sunday from 4-8 p.m. Interment, Elmwood Hill Cemetery in Troy. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Louis Schisa to the Loudonville Presbyterian Church, 22 Old Niskayuna Road, Loudonville, NY 12211 or the Northeast Health Foundation, 2224 Burdett Avenue, Troy, NY 12180. For a private family guest book and service directions, visit: www.brycefh.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/5/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Schraver, Olive M. (Mausert)
ROCHESTER, N.Y. Olive M. (Mausert) Schraver died Wednesday, January 4, 2006. Predeceased by her husband, Martin C. Schraver. Survived by her sons, David (Nancy) of Rochester, N.Y. and Carl (Edrie) of Morrisonville, N.Y.; grandchildren, Beth (Michael) of Rocky Hill, Conn. and Jeffrey (Melanie) Schraver of Fairport, N.Y.; and five great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bethany Community Church, New Scotland Avenue, Albany, N.Y.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/7/2006 - 1/8/2006.

Schultz, Margaret M. [Photo]
ALBANY Margaret M. Schultz, 84, died Thursday, January 5, 2006 at Community Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary Anne Mohr Edwards. She retired from Tobin Packing Co. as a packer. She had also worked at the Central Curtain Shop and General Analine Die Co. Margaret was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Wigand VFW Post 8444 and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Joseph E. Zaloga American Legion Post 1520. She was the wife of the late Michael Schultz; beloved sister of Charles P. Edwards of Albany; Blanche Wagner (Paul) of Delmar and the late Francis and George Edwards; stepmother of Mickey Schultz of Saratoga. Funeral services Monday at 9:45 a.m. from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany and thence to Blessed Sacrament Church, Albany at 10:30 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment, St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Contributions can be made to Whiskers Animal Benevolent League. PO Box 11190, Albany, NY 12211.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/7/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Shpigler, Samuel Alexander [Photo]
MONTEBELLO, N.Y. Samuel Sammy Alexander Shpigler died January 1, 2006. Sammy was born June 28, 2002 to Lauren and David Shpigler. Sammy was a happy, bright, loving and extremely witty 3 1/2-year-old little boy. Sammy attended preschool at the Goddard School in Suffern and enjoyed his karate lessons. Sammy's life ended tragically while on vacation with his family in Hawaii. Sammy is survived by his loving parents, Lauren and David Shpigler; two beloved sisters, Amanda (14) and Hannah (4); one beloved brother, Danny (6); his loving maternal grandparents, John and Janet Vergare; his loving paternal grandparents, Moshe and Sara Shpigler; his loving godparents, Danny and Paula Fitzpatrick; his loving aunts, Vivian Shpigler and Christine Vergare; his loving uncles, Christopher and John Vergare; and loving cousins. The family will be present to receive friends and relatives on Sunday, January 8, 2006 from 4-7 p.m. at the Wanamaker & Carlough Funeral Home, 177 Rt. 59, Suffern, N.Y. 10901. A funeral service will be celebrated at the funeral home on Monday, January 9, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Kensico Cemetery in Valhalla, N.Y. Shiva Minyon services will be held at the family residence at 7:30 p.m. from Monday, January 9, 2006 through Thursday, January 12, 2006. Inquiries can be directed to the Reform Temple of Suffern, (845) 357-5872.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/7/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Simone, Anthony P.
GUILDERLAND Anthony Pasquale Simone, 87, of Guilderland, died Tuesday, January 3, 2006 at his home in Fla. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Passarella Simone. A veteran of the United States Navy, Anthony served during World War II and the Korean War. Later, he worked for the General Electric Co. in Schenectady as a millwright leader, retiring in 1978. He was a member of the Rotterdam VFW Post 1895. His hobbies included golf, gardening and fishing. He is survived by his wife, Angelina Tedesco Simone; two daughters, Mary Ann Coffey of Guilderland and Lisa A. (Gerry) Faucett of Satellite Beach, Fla.; three sons, Anthony P. Simone Jr. of Cohoes, Joseph A. (Jone) Simone of Guilderland and Garry D. (Barbara) Simone of Central Bridge; six grandchildren, George W. Zounes, Andrea N. (Chad) Lilley of Guilderland, Anthony P. (Lisa) Simone III of Long Island, Todd Simone of Latham, Angela C. and William A. Simone, both of Central Bridge; great-grandchildren, Cameron and Courtney Zounes, Michael Simone and Jackson Lilley. Funeral services will be held 9:15 a.m. Monday at DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home, 5216 Western Turnpike, Guilderland (just west of Rt. 146, Carman Rd.) followed by a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Madeleine Sophie Church, Guilderland. Calling hours, to which relatives and friends are invited, will be held Sunday from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Entombment, with full military honors, will follow in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Niskayuna. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be made to the Stratton VA Medical Center, Patient Projects, in care of volunteer services, 113 Holland Ave., Albany, NY 12208.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/6/2006 - 1/7/2006.


Smith, Josephine B.
SCOTIA Josephine B. Smith, 85, passed away December 31, 2005. Survivors, son, William Gallmon Jr.; daughter, Joanne McNeal; sisters, Ruth Nettelford, Rebecca Mency. Services will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. at Refreshing Spring C.O.G.I.C., 327 Georgetta Dix Plaza, Schenectady. Interment, Parkview Cemetery, Schenectady. Calling Tuesday at the church 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. just prior to the service.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/7/2006.


Trifilo, Nancy
ROTTERDAM Nancy Trifilo, 76, of Rotterdam, at rest Thursday January 5, 2006, after a short courageous battle with cancer, at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Manlius, N.Y. the daughter of the late Emilio and Mary Giammatteo, Nancy was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School (1947). Nancy was a secretary of guidance for Schalmont schools, for over 20 years, retiring in 1990. She was a member of Our Lady of the Assumption Church. Nancy's greatest joy was her grand-daughters. She also enjoyed bird watching, tending her garden and knitting. Nancy was the beloved wife of 57 years of Arthur Bud Trifilo; beloved mother of David Trifilo, Lynn (Thomas) Fiorillo, all of Rotterdam, Scott Trifilo of Saratoga Springs; beloved sister of Marlene Brown of Phoenix, Maryland, Marie Giammatteo of Rotterdam; loving grandmother of Amanda Bishop, Jessica Trifilo, Laura and Nicole Fiorillo. Also survived by nieces and nephews. A calling period will be held Monday from 8:00 to 9:15 a.m. at the DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home, 1605 Helderburg Ave., Rotterdam followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Princetown Rd. at Ford Avenue, Rotterdam. Burial will take place in the spring in Viewland Cemetery, Rotterdam. Contributions in Nancy's memory may be made to Community Hospice of Schenectady, 1411 Union St., Schenectady, NY 12308.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 1/7/2006 - 1/8/2006.


Vogel, Dorothy Louise
SARATOGA SPRINGS Dorothy Louise Vogel, 80, died January 6, 2006. Daughter of the late Andrew and Margaret (Fuelner) Vogel. Survivors include her brother, Robert J. Vogel of Saratoga Springs and several nieces. Christian Burial Mass at 9:00 a.m. Monday at the Church of St. Peter, 241 Broadway. Interment in the family plot at St. Peter's Cemetery, West Avenue. No public calling hours.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/7/2006.


Winarowski, Mary Ranken
TROY Mary Ranken Winarowski, 59, of St. Luke's Avenue, died Friday, January 6, 2006 at Samaritan Hospital in Troy after a brief illness. Funeral service will be private at the convenience of the family. Contributions may be made in memory of Mrs. Winarowski to the American Lung Association, 3 Winners Circle, Albany, NY 12205-1187. For a private family guest book and service directions, visit: www.brycefh.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 1/7/2006.

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