Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Susan M. Falkouski

Susan M. Falkouski

Jul 16, 2023

Rensselaer- Susan M. Falkouski, age 78, passed away peacefully at home on, Sunday, July 16, 2023. She was the daughter of Frank N. and Mary G. (Baugh) Scully.

Susan was a lifelong resident of Rensselaer, where she married Michael D. Falkouski in 1966 and raised their family. She was a graduate of Rensselaer High School and went on to attend and...

Josefina C. Cunningham

Josefina C. Cunningham

Jul 7, 2023

Rensselaer- Josefina C. Cunningham, age 3, passed away unexpectedly, on July 7, 2023. Born on July 25, 2019, Josefina is predeceased by her grandparents Catherine & Willie Stewart. She leaves behind her mother, Lakeisha Stewart of Rensselaer and father, Joseph Cunningham; three brothers, Jyquan Stewart of Rensselaer, James and Conway Cunningham in Jamaica; her grandmother, Peaches in Jamaica; her auntie,...

Robert B. Guillaume

Robert B. Guillaume

Jul 7, 2023

Rotterdam- Robert “Bob” B. Guillaume, age 73, died unexpectedly on July 7, 2023. Bob was born in Buffalo the late Wilfred and Dorothy (Gunthrup) Guillaume. Robert spent his adult life in the Capital District. As a child he and his family followed his dad along to various military bases including Puerto Rico, Texas and the Dakotas.

Bob was an architect at...

Ann R. Malatesta

Ann R. Malatesta

Jul 5, 2023

Rensselaer – Ann R. Malatesta, 80, passed away on July 5, 2023. She was born on September 18, 1942, in North Albany.

Ann went to Albany Public Schools and enjoyed being a homemaker. She was interested in family genealogy, spending time at the library tracing family ancestry. Ann raised Shih Tzu puppies years ago and cherished her animals. She enjoyed gardening,...

Carmen P. Patti

Carmen P. Patti

Jul 4, 2023

East Greenbush-Carmen Peter Patti , age 91, passed away peacefully at Van Rensselaer Manor on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023. The family would like to express our heartfelt appreciation for the wonderful care Carmen received from Van Rensselaer Manor, 3rd floor wing A staff. Thank you all for your hard work, dedication and attentiveness.

Carmen was a graduate of Troy High School,...

Kathleen R. Beers

Kathleen R. Beers

Jun 27, 2023

East Greenbush-Kathleen R. Beers, age 71, of East Greenbush, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, surrounded by her loving family and friends at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany.

Formerly from Mt. Carmel, Pennsylvania, Kathleen was the daughter of the late Samuel and Josephine (Procopio) Mariano. She was a 1970 graduate of Our Lady of Lourdes Regional High School...

Charles W. Stock, Sr.

Charles W. Stock, Sr.

Jun 26, 2023

Rensselaer - Charles W. Stock Sr., age 91, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2023. He was the son of Charles M. and Clara D. (Carman) Stock.

Charlie was a graduate of Van Rensselaer High School. In 1952 he enlisted in the Air Force where he became a member of the Air Police. He was very proud of his military service...

Catherine E. Arduini

Catherine E. Arduini

Jun 26, 2023

Rensselaer-Catherine E. Arduini, age 72, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 26, 2023. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of William H. and Isabelle (Halleran) Owens.

Catherine was a 1968 graduate of Mercy High School in Albany and later went on to attend and receive a degree from Mildred Elly in Albany. Following her graduation, she worked at Huyck Felt...

Joan M. Pladel

Joan M. Pladel

Jun 25, 2023

Rensselaer- Joan M. Pladel, age 88, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, June 25, 2023. She was the daughter of Marvin J. and Grace B. (Crowe) Peacock.

Joan was a graduate of Van Rensselaer High School. After graduation she went on to marry John Pladel and raise their family in Rensselaer. Joan was part of the Festival...

Jill M. Mcloughlin

Jill M. Mcloughlin

Jun 19, 2023

Averill Park- Jill M. McLoughlin, 74, of Averill Park, NY passed away peacefully on Monday, June 19, 2023. Jill was born to William D. and Rita (Ryan) McGuirk in Troy. She attended Catholic Central High School in Troy and graduated from Hudson Valley Community College. Jill was a homemaker and also worked as a home health aide for many years.

Jill...

Dominick F. Casullo

Dominick F. Casullo

Jun 17, 2023

Wynantskill - We are sad to announce the passing of Dominick “Nick” F. Casullo on June 17, 2023 at the age 72, after a courageous battle with cancer. Throughout his entire life and at the time of his passing, Dominick was surrounded by his loving family.

Nick was born in Albany on April 15, 1951, to Dominick and Louise Casullo....

Anthony J. Billetts, Jr.

Anthony J. Billetts, Jr.

Jun 15, 2023

Feura Bush– Anthony J. Billetts, Jr. passed away on June 15, 2023. Born on May 30, 1935 in Plattsburg, NY. He is survived by his wife Margaret Billetts (VandenBergh), his children Victoria Lamoree (Jerry), Kevin Billetts Sr. (Linda), Layne Billetts (Linda), Sandra Carroll (Jeff), Diana Arduini (Joseph), Paula Reinhart (late Gary), Anthony J. Billetts, III (Joyce), Shawn M. Billetts (Ashley)...

Elmer V. Lanci

Elmer V. Lanci

Jun 13, 2023

Schodack-Elmer Vincent Lanci, age 71, died on June 13, 2023 at home, under hospice care through St. Peter’s Hospital, after a long battle with pancreatic cancer.

He graduated from Columbia High School in 1969 and SUNY Brockport with a BS degree in 1973. After college he joined the US Navy and earned his wings as a Naval Aviator in 1975. Vince...

Michael W. Lord

Michael W. Lord

Jun 12, 2023

Michael Lord Sr., 81, of East Greenbush died Monday, June 12. Surrounded by his family, he passed away following a brief battle with cancer.

Born in Albany, he was the son of the late William and Eunice Lord. Michael served in the United States Air Force and was a proud veteran of the Vietnam War. Michael was a devoted husband,...

Sr. Mary Claude Ruehl, Rsm

Sr. Mary Claude Ruehl, Rsm

Jun 10, 2023

Sister Mary Claude Ruehl, RSM (Elizabeth Ruehl) died Saturday, June 10, 2023, at Saint Peter’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Albany. Born in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of the late Carl G. Ruehl and Catherine Hagan Ruehl. She had been a Sister of Mercy for 72 years. Sister earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the College of St. Rose,...

Joanne Driscoll

Joanne Driscoll

Jun 8, 2023

Rensselaer- JoAnne Driscoll, age 80, passed away at home on Thursday June 8, 2023. JoAnne was born in Troy and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Thelma (Witherow) Pollay. JoAnne went to Shaker High School and worked at the NYS Attorney General’s Office as a Legal Secretary.

JoAnne is survived by her children Janis (Seth) Randall, JoAnna (Steve...

James J. Reith

James J. Reith

Jun 5, 2023

East Greenbush- James J. Reith, age 85, passed away on Monday June 5, 2023, at The Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital. Jim was born in Albany and was the son of the late John and Sarah (Ford) Reith. James served his country honorably in the Air Force until his discharge in 1964. He later went on to work as...

Sr. Doris Rogers, Rsm

Sr. Doris Rogers, Rsm

Jun 3, 2023

Rogers RSM, Sister Doris (formerly Sister Ruth Marie) died Saturday, June 3, at St. Peter’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Albany. She had been a Sister of Mercy for 61 years. Doris was born in Gloversville, New York, daughter of the late Floyd M. Rogers and Ruth E. Hoose. Doris was baptized at St. Patrick’s Church, Johnstown, when she was in...

Alphonso Raus

Alphonso Raus

Jun 3, 2023

Rensselaer-It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alphonso Raus, age 55, who entered into eternal rest on June 3, 2023.

He is predeceased by his loving and adored father Tommaso Antonio Raus. He was a treasured family member and friend to many, with a trademark smile not soon forgotten.

Alphonso is survived by his mother Sandy; dear sons,...

Daniel P. Albertson

Daniel P. Albertson

Jun 3, 2023

Rensselaer- Daniel P. Albertson age 54 of Rensselaer passed away unexpectedly Saturday, June 3, 2023 at home. Dan attended school at ICCS. He was a member of Local 7 Plumbers and Steamfitters Union. Survived by his mother Peggy Burke Albertson (Bobby); his father NYSP Ret. Sgt. Charles “Chuck” Albertson (Karen); his brother Tim Albertson (April); niece Breanna Albertson and his...

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