All Obituaries

Ann Patricia McGraw, 74, of Niskayuna, passed on April 15, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, after a long struggle. Ann was born July 2, 1949 in Wilkes-Barre, PA the daughter of the late William and Marie (Keenan) Foy. She graduated from Coughlin Highschool, class of 1967 and married her high school sweetheart John. The couple shared a devoted, loving relationship working together and raising their family. Ann paused her education and career to raise their family then returned to...

SCHENECTADY - Herbert T. Norris, of Schenectady, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 17, 2024, at the age of 92, surrounded by his loving family.  Born in Schenectady, NY on May 10, 1931, Herbert was the son of the late Elizabeth Walsh and Albert Norris.  Herbert graduated from St. Columba’s School in Schenectady and went on to achieve an Aircraft Engine Mechanics diploma.  Herbert retired from the Teamsters Local 294 after 36 years, in 1991.  In...

COLONIE – Maria Anna Blake, 74, of Colonie, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. She was born in Albany and was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary Cataldo Jr. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Frank K. Blake Sr. in 2018. Maria was devoted to her most cherished family. She was the epitome of goodness. Maria was generous, loving, accommodating and had a warm, caring heart. She will be remembered for her kindness and genuine concern for...

VOORHEESVILLE – Joseph E. Sheehan, 79, of Voorheesville, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at Albany Medical Center after a brief illness. Born in Albany on August 12, 1944, he was the son of the late Edmund J. and Helen R. Sheehan. After graduating from Vincentian Institute in 1961, he served in the US Air Force until 1966. Following the Air Force, Joe worked at New York Telephone as a Technician until retirement. Joe was predeceased by his beloved wife and soulmate, Janet...

Albany - Anthony E Lawless, 26, passed away quietly on Thursday, April 4 of a previously unknown heart defect. Anthony was born November 14, 1997 and spent his earliest years in the foster care system.  When “interviewing” his prospective parents, Colette and Martin Lawless, he quizzed them on what it would be like to be their little boy. Finding their answers satisfactory, he went home to join his new parents and brother Ed in November 2002. In the judges’ chambers...

Aline Heroux Laquidara, 91, of Albany, NY, formerly of Viera, Florida and Ballston Spa, NY, died April 3, 2024, peacefully with her family at her side. Aline was born on December 17, 1932, in Cohoes, NY to Albert Heroux and Ruth Heroux (Mimi). Aline was pre-deceased in 2018 by her husband Peter of sixty-four years. Aline is survived by her five children and their families: Karen Laquidara Howe, husband Barry Howe and son Daniel Dickinson, wife Lauren and son Crew; Denise Muller, husband...

Clifton Park - Robert G. DuBois, 93, died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on April 7, 2024 in Clifton Park, NY.  Born in Modena, NY on April 16, 1930, he was the son of the late Simon and Laura (Alsdorf) DuBois. He graduated from Wallkill Central High School in 1948 and attended West Virginia Wesleyan College from 1948-1951. In college, he was a member of Theta Chi Fraternity and the Benzine Ring Club. In 1951 he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and was a Pilot during...

East Greenbush - Harold “Guy” Gaunay, 85, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 8, 2024 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Troy, he was the son of the late Harold A. and Mary M. (Navojoskey) Gaunay. Guy grew up in Troy and was a 1956 graduate of Catholic Central High School. He proudly served in the US Navy from 1957-1960. On December 5, 1959, he married Margaret Brearton, his cherished wife 58 years until her passing in 2017. In addition to his...

ALBANY – Nicholas Easton Barr, 75, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at Riverside Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing.   Nick was born in West Haven, CT and was the son of the late Charles and Myrtle Kennedy Barr. Nick attended Hamden Hall and Mount Hermon, received his Bachelor's in Civil Engineering from New York University, and later earned an M.S. in Computer Science from SUNY Albany. He was a civil engineer with New York...

SLINGERLANDS – Anthony P. Carona, 45, passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening at his residence, surrounded by his loving family, after a long struggle with a chronic illness. He was born in Albany and was a graduate of Siena College and Albany Law School. Anthony was passionate about helping others through charity and community development. He was a talented fundraiser for the benefit of local charities. Anthony enjoyed traveling, geology and European history. Anthony is survived...