All Obituaries

Colonie – Robert F. Bauer, passed into eternal life on his 92nd birthday, February 26 at St. Peters Hospital. Born in Albany, NY, he was the son of the late Frederick, Jr. and Harriet Bauer. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 64 years, Marion Kwiatkowski Bauer. In addition, he was predeceased by his brothers Ronald Bauer and Kenneth Bauer Sr. Upon his honorable discharge from the Marine Corps, Bob and his wife founded the Robert F. Bauer insurance agency in 1957, which they...

LATHAM - Nancy Berkery was born Nancy Crayon to Harry and Helen Crayon. She died peacefully on February 25, 2021 in the very same place where she was born 92 years ago at the Hoosick Falls Health Center on April 10, 1928. She grew up in Hoosick Falls and moved to Latham where she married the late Fred Sheehan who passed away in 1969. She spent over 50 wonderful years in Latham where she raised her two surviving children Janice (Matt) Osborne and Edward (Sheila) Sheehan both of...

Colonie - Wayne F. Sivaslian passed away after a brief illness at the age of 76 on February 24th at home with his devoted wife Monica and loving daughter Nicole and son in-law Adam. Wayne was born on November 21, 1944, in Albany, NY.  Wayne is predeceased by his parents Jack & Eleanor Sivaslian, he is survived by his wife Monica, Daughter Nicole Hall (Adam), Uncle Jim Halburian and sister-in law Chris Marsh (Eric Larcom), Melaine Smith (Troy) & brother-in law Bill Marsh,...

COLONIE - Antonina Shevtchuk, 86, passed away February 24, 2021 after a short illness.  She was born in Poddubje, Russia on January 1, 1935 to Pavel and Olga Nikiforov.  In addition to her husband Anatolii, she was predeceased by siblings Viktor, Evgenia, Anastasia, and Misha. She is survived by her children, Sergei (Tracey) and grandson Samuel of Albany, Victor (Sera) of New Jersey, and Luba (Nick) of New Jersey.  Siblings Ludmial, Alexandra, and Alex.  Antonina worked...

Lori E. Carcia, 61, of Riverview Drive passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2021. Born on February 10, 1960 in Albany, she was the daughter of John T. and June (Broadhurst) Skopp. Lori was a graduate of South Colonie High School. On November 8, 1981, she married John F. Carcia. For more than 20 years, she was employed at the gift shop at Albany International Airport and then worked at The White Apron Restaurant in Colonie. She enjoyed travelling, especially on family vacations,...

LATHAM – Agustin De Jesus Merino of Latham, passed away on Friday February 19, 2021 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 5, 1964 in Ladera Copala Mexico. Agustin was the son of Juan De Jesus Lopez and Maria Merino. He came to the land of peace, freedom, and opportunities. Agustin achieved his goal of becoming a citizen of the United States while working in Latham at the 76’ Diner as a cook. He was a great father and grandfather, a man who...

ALBANY – Bettie L. Jefferson, 73, passed away on February 17, 2021. Mother of Cheryl (Poochie) Thompson, Cornelia (Lyn) Thompson and Raymond (Stevie) Thompson. Several grandchildren and great grandchildren also survive. Funeral Wednesday at 12 noon at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 269 Spruce St. Albany with Pastor Kimberly Hall, officiating. Viewing from 11-12 at the Church. To leave a message of condolence for the family visit www.CannonFuneral.com

John L. Wescott, 53, at rest Sunday, Feb 14 at Mt. Sinai Hospital West in Manhattan, following a brave battle with cancer. Born Sept 1, 1967 in Binghamton, NY, he was the son of late Alton A. and Joan M. (Waters) Wescott. John was a 1985 graduate of South Colonie High School and a 1989 graduate of Hudson Valley Community College. John spent his childhood on Natick Street in Colonie before moving to Albany. He was a professional musical theatre performer and tap dancer par excellence....

ALBANY  - Lounelle Jefferson, 79, passed away on February 11, 2021. She was predeceased by her husband Roosevelt Jefferson. She is the mother of James Buchanan and Sheila Jefferson. Sister of Velma (James) Ferrell and Alexander Buchanan. She is also survived by her aunt, Vella Nelson and several cherished grandchildren. The family offers special thanks to St. Peter’s Hospital and the Hospice Care Unit. Funeral services will be Monday at 12:00 pm at The Lord House of Deliverance...

LATHAM – Frank J. Lasch, 65, of Latham, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospital. He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Frank J.  and Ruth B. Lasch Sr. Frank was a bus driver for CDTA in Albany for twenty-five years. He later enjoyed driving for Wade Tours where he thought of every day as a vacation day. Frank was an avid fan of the New York Giants and New York Yankees. He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Linda...