Obituaries
Marie B. Rockenstyre
Jan 5, 2025
ALBANY – Marie B. Rockenstyre, 86, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, in Fort Myers, FL. Marie was born in Albany, the daughter of the late Tuffield and Elizabeth Miller. She lived in the area all her life but had spent much of the last few years in Fort Myers.
To Marie, family was everything, and her favorite role was...
Mary Ellen Morelli
Dec 30, 2024
ALBANY - Mary Ellen Morelli, 94, beloved wife of the late Victor L. Morelli, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, December 30, 2024. Mary Ellen, or “Mema” as she was known by her family and many that knew her, was born in Albany on August 25th, 1930. She was the daughter of the late Helen and John Cassidy. Mary...
Robert Hockenbury
Dec 28, 2024
McKOWNVILLE - Dr. Robert Hockenbury, Associate Professor Emeritus at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, passed away on December 28 after a brief illness at the age of 96. He was the son of the late John and Lena Hockenbury. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Bernice Cehowski Hockenbury in 2022. Bob and Bernie were happily married for 66 years. He is...
Rose Mary Vergura
Nov 20, 2024
ALBANY - Rose M. Vergura passed peacefully on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, just a few weeks before her 102 birthday. She lived in Albany, NY her whole life and retired from the NYS Dept. of Tax and Finance. She was a devout Catholic and parishioner of All Saints Catholic Church.
Rose was predeceased by her parents Genaro and Lucia Gioeni; her...
Clara Harrison Sands
Nov 16, 2024
ALBANY – Clara H. Sands died on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Our Lady of Mercy Nursing Home. Clara was the fourth child of Samuel and Golda (Rothbard) Harrison. She was born on December 22, 1918, in Brooklyn, New York. Although Clara was raised in the Jewish faith, her best friend was Sister Mary Justine, CSAC, from childhood till Sister...
Lisa Andersson
Nov 15, 2024
CORINTH - Lisa (Schelmbauer) Andersson, a vibrant, passionate soul who embraced life with boundless energy and love, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her cherished family on Friday, November 15, 2024. Lisa’s life was a testament to her adventurous spirit, kind heart, and unwavering determination. Even in the face of her illness, she continued to inspire...
Marilyn LeRoy Kindl
Nov 15, 2024
BALLSTON SPA - Marilyn LeRoy Kindl passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, November 15, 2024. She was born in Syracuse on May 21, 1931 to Francis and Ottilie LeRoy of Oswego, NY. Marilyn was the eldest of three children. She grew up with her sister Margaret (Peg) and Francis (Frank). Marilyn graduated from Oswego High...
Marilyn Kindl
Nov 15, 2024
BALLSTON SPA - Marilyn LeRoy Kindl passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, November 15, 2024. She was born in Syracuse on May 21, 1931 to Francis and Ottilie LeRoy of Oswego, NY. Marilyn was the eldest of three children. She grew up with her sister Margaret (Peg) and Francis (Frank). Marilyn graduated from Oswego High...
Martin William Moakler, Jr.
Nov 8, 2024
SLINGERLANDS - Dr. Martin William Moakler, Jr., Colonel, US Army (retired) passed away peacefully on Friday, November 8, 2024. Marty was born in 1951 in Troy, NY, to Martin and Lillian (Mott) Moakler. He grew up in Loudonville, where he lived the typical life of a suburban boy in the 1950s. He attended Christian Brothers Academy (CBA) where he made...
Anna Marie Thorne
Nov 1, 2024
ALBANY – Anna Marie Thorne, 94, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024, at the St. Peter's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Albany. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Luigi and Angelina Calsolaro. Marie was a graduate of Cathedral Academy High School and a communicant of the former St. Teresa of Avila Church and the Parish...
Joseph R. Huba
Oct 28, 2024
GUILDERLAND – Joseph R. Huba, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on March 5, 1943 in Albany, Joe was the eldest of 7 children born to Walter and Betty Jean Pierce Huba.
A proud graduate of Vincentian Institute, Joe attended HVCC and Union College where he graduated Cum Laude...
Dale F. Jeffers
Oct 18, 2024
ELIZABETHTOWN - Dale F. Jeffers, 79, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 18, 2024, at his home in Elizabethtown, NY, one day before his 80th birthday. Dale was born and raised in Watertown, NY, son of Francis Byron Jeffers and Veronica L’Huillier Jeffers. After graduating from Watertown High School, he went on to receive an accounting degree from the University...
Shirley Bensinger
Oct 13, 2024
COHOES - Shirley Bensinger passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at home. Born in Ballston Spa, Shirley graduated from Galway High School. She was a homemaker for a time, but returned to work and retired from Sagamon Mills in Cohoes.
Shirley was a friend to all that knew her, with a heart of gold. There wasn't a place she...
Patricia Rose Latta
Oct 9, 2024
CLIFTON PARK - It is with great sadness that the family of Patricia Rose Latta, age 82 of Clifton Park, NY announces her passing on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at Samaritan Hospital in Troy. She leaves behind a large family including her sister Faith Thorne, brother Jeffrey Canna (Lynn) both of North Carolina. She also leaves behind four children, Laurel(Joe),...
Nancy M. O'Leary
Oct 5, 2024
ALBANY - Nancy Marie Schober O’Leary, 82 passed away at Glendale Nursing Facility on Saturday, October 5, 2024, after a short illness. Nancy was born in Yonkers on May 1st 1942, to Rose Soldatis Schober and Thomas Schober. She spent her early childhood on Griffiss Air Force Base before her family settled in Schenectady. Nancy attended St. Columba High School...
Dr. Fredrik A. Muller
Sep 22, 2024
NISKAYUNA - Dr. Fredrik Arthur Muller, aged 89, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024, in Albany, New York. Born on December 15, 1934 in Fevik, Norway, Fred led a life marked by continual learning, dedication, and kindness.
Fred's educational journey began at Saratoga Springs High School and continued at Union College where he earned a Bachelor of Science. He furthered...
Richard A. Diefendorf
Sep 9, 2024
GLOVERSVILLE - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard Diefendorf, who passed away peacefully on Monday, September 9th, 2024. Born on June 12, 1949 in Little Falls, NY, Richard lived life with gusto and was always able to find the joy in every situation. Even after he lost his sight, he never lost his lust...
Ronald E. Schott
Sep 2, 2024
BRUNSWICK, NY - Ronald E. Schott, 91, of Brunswick passed peacefully from this life on Monday, September 2, 2024 at home, surrounded by his family. A native of Lansingburgh, he was the son of Hans and Dora Olsen Schott. Ron graduated from Lansingburgh High School in 1950, where he was an all-time athletic standout and musical talent. He received his...
Karel M. J. Hoeberechts
Aug 14, 2024
Karel M. J. Hoeberechts, age 90, passed away on August 14, 2024, in Albany, NY. He was born on September 1, 1933, in Rosendaal, Netherlands.
While in Holland, Karel served in the Royal Dutch Air Force. After his military service, he emigrated to the United States where he ventured into various professional fields. He worked as an insurance salesman, was involved...
Letitia M. Stevens
Aug 14, 2024
GUILDERLAND – Letitia M. “Letty” Stevens, 88, went to her eternal home on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at the Teresian House. Letitia was born in Albany, the daughter of the late Edward T. and Margaret C. Donovan Stevens. She was a lifelong resident of the Albany area. Letitia was a graduate of Vincentian Institute, and St. Peter’s Hospital School of...
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