Scott A. LedDuke
Sep 24, 2025
LOUDONVILLE – Scott A. LedDuke, 45, passed away from a heart attack on Wednesday, Sept. 24. His family is devastated by his sudden passing, but they take comfort knowing Scott left this world doing what he loved most—fishing offshore with his brother. Earlier that day, he had described it as one of the best tuna trips of his life.
Scott was...
Gail A. Heinzl
Sep 23, 2025
Schenectady – Gail Ann Heinzl, 77 of Ballston Spa, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. She was born on August 11, 1948 to the late Frederick Clermont and Arlene (Cole) Terwilliger. She was a 1966 graduate of Linton High School.
Gail worked as a bus driver for many years for the Scotia-Glenville School District where she eventually retired from....
Monica M. Williamson
Sep 22, 2025
Monica Marjorie Williamson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025, in Schenectady, NY, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 1, 1949, in Cohoes, NY, Monica grew up in Round Lake and attended Shenendehowa High School.
She was the daughter of Marjorie Rovelli and Owen Murray, both of whom predeceased her—Marjorie in 1996...
David J. Spina
Sep 20, 2025
Glenville – David James Spina, 76, passed away peacefully at home on September 20, 2025. He was born July 9, 1949, to the late James A. and Angeline (Tersigni) Spina of Schenectady.
Dave was a 1967 graduate of Bishop Gibbons High School. He attended St. John’s University and became a pharmacist. He worked in healthcare his whole life, retiring from the...
Peter A. Mattioli
Sep 19, 2025
SCHENECTADY – Peter A. Mattioli, 79, of Schenectady, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025 at the VA Hospital in Albany.
He was born in Bronx, NY and was the son of the late Orlando and Olga Mattioli. Peter proudly served his country in the US Army. He was an active member of William F. Wigand VFW Post 8444. Pete enjoyed...
Joseph M. Eworonsky
Sep 17, 2025
COLONIE – Joseph M. Eworonsky, 67, of Colonie, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday September 17, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Joseph M. and Mary Crisafulli Eworonsky Sr. Joe had worked for many years with the Town of Colonie.
Joe was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a member and...
Jennifer L. Helferich
Sep 14, 2025
BRUNSWICK – Jennifer Lynne Helferich, 47, of Brunswick, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at her residence, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Schenectady and is the beloved daughter of James and Kathleen Dunn Helferich. Jennifer was a 1995 graduate of Colonie High School. She earned her Bachelor’s degrees at UAlbany and her Master’s of Pharmacology...
Ralph "Choco" Ponce
Sep 10, 2025
Ralph “Choco” Ponce
June 3, 1964 – September 10, 2025
With broken hearts, we share the sudden passing of Ralph “Choco” Ponce, 61, on September 10, 2025, in Schenectady, New York. Born on June 3, 1964, in Los Angeles, California, Ralph lived a life full of love, laughter, and music, leaving a lasting impact on everyone blessed to know him.
For more than...
Audrey J. Kelly
Sep 9, 2025
COLONIE – Audrey J. Kelly, 88, of Colonie, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at Evergreen Commons Nursing Center.
She was born in Albany and was the daughter of the late Charles and Elizabeth Young. Audrey was predeceased by her beloved daughter, Kathleen J. Kelly.
She enjoyed working at the former Nut Factory at the Empire State Plaza and at...
Domenic A. Barbalace
Sep 5, 2025
Niskayuna - Domenic A Barbalace,78, passed away Friday, September 5, 2025 in the company of family at the Albany Straton VA Hospital.
He was born in Rosarno Reggio Calabria, Italy. He was the eldest son of the late Vincent Barbalace Sr. and Pasqualina (D'Abbraccio) Barbalace. He is survived by his brother Frank Barbalace and sister Rose Rossi; predeceased by his brothers...
Lester J. Hynes
Sep 3, 2025
Albany - Lester John Hynes of Albany passed away peacefully after an extended illness on September 3, 2025. Born October 17th, 1942 to his parents Thomas and Julia (nee Murphy) Hynes in Brooklyn, New York.
Les attended historic PS39 for grammar school and graduated from John Jay High School in 1960. After High School he worked for a Wall Street Law...
Rosemary H. Khachadoorian
Sep 2, 2025
Glenmont -Rosemary Helen Demers Khachadoorian, age 79, of Glenmont died September 2, 2025, in Albany. Born August 1, 1946, Rosemary was the only child of Joseph and Margaret “Peggy” Demers. The family resided in her Hometown of Watervliet for majority of her upbringing. She graduated from Watervliet High School in 1964. After having two children, William C. Hamilton and Hollie...
William H. Hayes
Aug 29, 2025
Latham -William H. “Bill” Hayes V, devoted husband, accomplished musician, teacher, and faithful servant of God, entered eternal rest on August 29, 2025 at the age of 70, following a long and courageous battle with multiple sclerosis.
Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Bill graduated in 1973 from St. Louis University High School, and earned a dual degree in Musical Composition and...
Gerda Irena Barbara Rusnica
Aug 24, 2025
OXFORD, MA – Gerda “Oma” Irena Babara Rusnica, 85, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025 in Worcester, MA. She was born in Aschaffenberg, Germany and was the daughter of the late Justina and Richard Zeiss.
After immigrating to the US in 1964, Gerda worked at the Dunbar Shop in Schenectady, NY. She was self-taught, mastered speaking English while becoming a...
Joseph A. Ziter, Sr.
Aug 23, 2025
Joseph Ziter, 99, of Troy, NY passed away peacefully on August 23, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Joseph is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Margaret McGrath Ziter; and their eight children, Joseph A. Ziter Jr. (Lauren), Paul Ziter (Cathy), Laura Marro (the late Joseph), Amy Russo (Patrick), Maria Livolsi (Robert), Ann McAvoy (George), Victoria Lyden (Jeffrey)...
Colleen J. Murphy
Aug 20, 2025
Brunswick - Colleen J. Murphy, 72, of Brunswick, formerly of Colonie, passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
She was born in Albany and was the daughter of the late Joseph J. and Joan M. Nantista. Colleen was predeceased by her beloved husband John "Bud" Murphy Ill and her sister Maureen Dowen (John).
She had been employed with...
Doreen M. Reinemann
Aug 20, 2025
Altamont - Doreen M. Reinemann, 72, of Altamont passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday August 20, 2025.
Born on August 29, 1952 the daughter of the late Adam and Marion (Westervelt) Reinemann. In her younger years Doreen owned and operated the “Seek & Find Services” consignment shop in Duanesburg which she really enjoyed.
She also enjoyed hiking, reading, garage sales, couponing,...
George J. Rosko
Aug 19, 2025
Colonie - George Joseph Rosko, 75, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025. He was born in Troy to the late Theresa Richards Rosko and Joseph Rosko.
George graduated from Mechanicville High School in 1969 and then studied automotive technology at Hudson Valley Community College. He worked at Jack Byrne Ford and Mercury as a salesman from 1969-1976. More recently, George worked...
Marion G. Edwards
Aug 14, 2025
Colonie – Marion G. Edwards, 87, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 14, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Ravena and was the daughter of the late James and Rose Frangella Tompkins.
Today our Mom went to be with her family in Heaven, her original home! To say she just birthed us into this world would be...
Edward "Rusty" F. Skeals
Aug 13, 2025
Rotterdam - Edward “Rusty” Skeals, 92, passed away peacefully on Wednesday August 13, 2025 at his residence, surrounded by his beloved daughters. He was born on August 22, 1932, to Edward J. and Frances Skeals of Schenectady, New York. His parents’ own love story began with family — Edward J.’s brother Ted had married Frances’s sister Alice, and it was...
