Apr 4, 2026

ROTTERDAM – Frederick J. Dedrick Jr, 78, of Rotterdam, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 04, 2026 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Frederick J. and Lola Mae Phillips Dedrick. Fred served 1 year boots on the ground during the Vietnam War as part of the US...

Apr 3, 2026

COLONIE - L. David Suits, 80, of Colonie, passed away peacefully on Friday, April, 3, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Little Falls, NY and was the son of the late Harry B. and Marion Glave Suits. Dave was a graduate of Clarkson University where he earned his Masters degree in Civil Engineering. He was employed with...

Apr 2, 2026

Glenville – Joan E. Whinnery, 84, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026. She was born on August 4, 1941.

Joan enjoyed doing puzzles and plastic canvas, as well as watching movies. She loved looking at photos of her relatives, her stuffed animals and her solar dancers she collected over the years. Joan belonged to the Altamont Post 7062 Ladies Auxiliary...

Apr 1, 2026

Apr 1, 2026

Rotterdam – Debra Ann Enos Waters, 69, of Rotterdam, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born June 7, 1956 to the late Elmer Enos and Eleanor Hildenbrandt Enos. She was predeceased by her brother Robert Enos, her sister Donna Santore Gregory and her cherished dog Oreo that she loved so much.

Deb was a...

Mar 31, 2026

Guilderland - Stephen Haggerty, 71, passed away peacefully at home on March 31, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on October 24, 1954, in Albany, New York, Stephen was the son of Angela (Prior) and Robert Haggerty, and the third of nine children. He was a graduate of Bishop Gibbons High School, where he excelled in athletics and proudly served...

Mar 31, 2026

Lam V. Nguyen, 89, husband to Thuy Nguyen, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Born June 2, 1936, he was the son of the late To and Ngan Nguyen.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026, which will begin at 4:00 pm, with a Funeral Service at 5pm, continued by visitation until 8:00 pm. 

On Tuesday, April 7, 2026,...

Mar 27, 2026

COLONIE – Thomas A. Catino, 77, of Colonie, passed away suddenly on Friday, March 27, 2026 at St. Peter’s Hospital. He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Anthony and Margaret Casey Catino.

Tom served in the US Army from 1968 through 1970. He enjoyed a twenty-year career with the Town of Colonie Police Department, retiring as...

Mar 25, 2026

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life on Thursday, April 02. 2026 from 4 to 6 pm at Cannon Funeral Home, 2020 Central Ave. Colonie.

Mar 25, 2026

Jeffrey “Jeff” Stevens, 72, of Colonie, NY, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Albany Medical Center.

Born on September 27, 1954, in Troy, he was the son of the late James and Irene Stevens. Jeff spent many years working for the United States Postal Service in Colonie before his retirement. He was known for his steady work ethic and...

Mar 24, 2026

Schenectady - After a brief illness, Julio Angel Vazquez transitioned from earth to his heavenly home on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

Julio’s early years were spent in Puerto Rico. As a teenager he moved to the city of Albany where he finished his formal education at Albany High School, and he went on to complete the Culinary Arts program through BOCES.

He...

Mar 23, 2026

Lois Anne O’Brien of Colonie, NY passed away on March 23, 2026 at Schenectady Center Nursing and Rehabilitation after a long illness.

Lois was born in Albany, NY to Calvin Maurice and Jeannette (Quinn) Mallery. Lois graduated from Philip Schuyler High School in 1959.

Lois enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Celebrating holidays and special occasions.

Lois was preceded in death by...

Mar 21, 2026

Richard P. Baestlein, 91, entered into eternal rest on March 21, 2026, at Shaker Place Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

Born in Schenectady on June 22, 1934, and raised in Albany, he was the son of the late Hugo V. and Lucy (Hartung) Baestlein.

He attended Albany High School and left before graduating to join the US Army. He was stationed at Fort...

Mar 19, 2026

Troy- Phyllis A. Perrrotto, 84, of Troy, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at the Community Hospice Inn after a brief illness.

She was born in Troy and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Marro Perrotto. Phyllis had worked for many years at the New York State Bar Association. She was an avid bingo player.

Phyllis is the...

Mar 18, 2026

Marion (Covey) Fazzone, 97, passed away peacefully at home in Dover, PA with her loving family by her side on March 20, 2026.

Born November 16, 1928 in Albany, NY, Marion was the daughter of the late Fred Covey and Florence Covey Tryon. Marion was predeceased by her beloved husband of 69 years, Arthur A. Fazzone in 2023.

Marion created a legacy...

Mar 17, 2026

David McGuire, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and longtime area educator and civic leader died on March 17 after a brief illness at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. He was 89.

David Ryan McGuire was born in Amsterdam, N.Y., to James and Helen Ryan McGuire on February 4, 1937. He was baptized at St. Patrick's Church in Johnstown, NY, and graduated from...

2026

Jane Marie Briggs, 71, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026, leaving behind a life filled with connection, care, and a deep sense of purpose. She was born on January 22, 1955, in Manhattan, New York, to Bernard Rivkind and Elaine (Greenblatt).

Jane graduated from Syosset High School in 1973 and went on to attend SUNY Albany, where she earned her...

Mar 13, 2026

Lester L. Railine “Les,” born to Barbara and Gene Railine on September 7, 1962, passed on to the next phase of existence on March 13, 2026.

Anyone who had the privilege of knowing this man can agree there was a power in his presence. He was honest, fair, and unapologetically authentic. His energy was as contagious as his smile. To know...

Mar 13, 2026

Constance “Connie” Strazzi, lovingly known as “Moma,” age 86, of Schenectady, New York, passed away suddenly on March 13, 2026, at Albany Medical Center, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on August 3, 1939, in North Elba, Lake Placid, New York, Connie was the daughter of the late Arlington and Theresa Myatt. She attended Duanesburg High School, graduating in...

Mar 12, 2026

Mary was born on March 28th, 1949, in Albany, NY, beloved daughter of the late Louis and Catherine (Piazza) Gallucci. Mary was the youngest of her siblings, James (Elizabeth) Gallucci and Louis (late Georgiana) Gallucci.

Mary is survived by her husband Ronald Ranellucci, and their six children; Ronald Ranellucci Jr., Vikki (Domonick) Ogborn , Lisa (David) Nicklaus, Michael Barton (Claudia Miranda),...