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Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas
Patricia E. Lanz
Apr 2, 2023
Rotterdam-It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Patricia Ellen Lanz, married to Frederick William Lanz, Sr. for 66 years. Patricia passed away peacefully on April 2, 2023 after a long illness. She is survived by her loving husband, children; Cynthia Lanz-Desso (Jim), Frederick Lanz, Jr. (Louise), Michelle Lanz Correll, and Philip Lanz, grandchildren; Alison, Erin,...
Owen F. Morrison
Mar 29, 2023
Rensselaer- Owen F. Morrison “Mr. Nick”, of Rensselaer passed away peacefully at his home on March 29, 2023. Nick was born in Albany and was the son of the late Arthur and Marguerite Morrison.
Nick was a baker at Freihofer's, collected Antiques, a musician, and lifelong party planner extraordinaire. Nick loved his home and his community. Every holiday dinner Nick entertained...
Shirley A. Tilley
Mar 29, 2023
Poestenkill- Shirley Anne Tilley age 89, passed away March 29, 2023, at Van Rensselaer Manor. She was born in Rensselaer on July 12, 1933 and was the daughter of the late Albert and Ruth Mallory. Shirley was a devoted homemaker and mother. Shirley was a loving wife and the best mother a child could have, always with a smile on...
Joan M. Henchey
Mar 27, 2023
Joan M. (Gardner) Henchey, 85 of Rensselaer passed peacefully into heaven on the morning of Monday, March 27th at Evergreen Commons.
The daughter of the late Edward J. Gardner and Eleanor O. (Carlson) Gardner, Joan was born in Albany on February 22, 1938.
She was raised in Rensselaer and attended school there. Joan was married to her former spouse Joseph T....
Barbara A. Loftus
Mar 25, 2023
It is with great sadness that the Loftus family announce the death of their devoted mother, loving grandmother, protective sister, proud aunt and cousin, faithful friend, and earthly angel. Barbara Anne (Coe) Loftus earned her angel wings on March 25th, 2023.
Born on July 9, 1949 to Eleanor B. (Mathers) Coe and Robert W. Coe in Utica, NY. She attended Utica...
Daniel F. Hannon, Iii
Mar 21, 2023
On Tuesday, March 21, 2023, Daniel F. Hannon III, loving father and grandfather, passed away at the age of 76.
Dan was born on Oct. 13, 1946 in Albany, NY to Daniel and Mary Hannon. Dan was a longtime resident of Rensselaer, NY. He attended Rensselaer schools & HVCC. Dan retired from NYS Comptroller’s office and worked for Lia Auto Group...
Polly S. Embree
Mar 20, 2023
Rensselaer- Polly Susanne (White) Embree, 81, of Rensselaer, NY passed away on March 20, 2023, surrounded by her loving husband and family after a sudden illness.
Polly was born in Mt. Kisco, and was the daughter of the late Reginald and Hazel (Lobdell) White and spent her childhood years in Pleasantville and Chappaqua NY. She was a graduate of Hartwick...
Michael W. Rice, Sr.
Mar 17, 2023
Wynantskill- Michael W. “Mike” Rice, Sr. age 62, passed away at home Friday, March 17, 2023. Mike was born in Springfield, Mass. and was a resident of the capital district most of his life. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying time hunting and fishing. Mike was known to tinker with cars and electronics on the weekends. He was a true...
Catherine M. Sterling
Mar 14, 2023
Catherine M. Sterling, 93, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2023. She was born to parents Willis and Letha Kilbara, in August of 1929. Catherine is predeceased by her husband of 45 years George G. Sterling (1994), her son Ronald (1975), grandsons, Joseph (1980) and Daniel (2021). She is survived by her three children Paul (Sara), George (Patti) and Richard...
Patricia A. Daoust
Mar 11, 2023
East Greenbush- Patricia A Daoust, age 85, of East Greenbush passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at home surrounded by her loved ones. Patricia was born in Albany and resided in East Greenbush since 1971. She was also a part time resident of Bayonet Point, Fla. from 2001 to 2010. She attended St. John's Academy in Albany, NY....
Tanya R. Reed
Mar 5, 2023
Averill Park- Tanya R. Reed, age 60, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at Albany Medical Center. Tanya was born in Albany to the late Whitney Sr., and Delores Reed. She attended and graduated from Averill Park High School and worked for the New York State Criminal Justice Service in Albany, retiring in 2020 after 37 years of...
Karol L. Kirschenheiter
Feb 28, 2023
East Greenbush- Karol (Lantry) Kirschenheiter, 70, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, in East Greenbush. Born June 7, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Michael Lantry and Frieda (Stoll) Lantry. She grew up in Dix Hills and was a graduate of Commack South High School in Suffolk County, Long Island.
Karol is survived by her husband of...
Janice M. Paquin
Feb 26, 2023
Wynantskill- Janice Mary Paquin (Wayand) 76, of Wynantskill passed away peacefully at Samaritan Hospital on February 26, 2023.
Janice was born and raised in Morris, NY to the late Leon A. and Harriet Wayand. After graduating from Morris Central School in 1964, Janice spent time in Morrisville, NY where she attended college for business. She then moved to Albany in 1968...
John J. Haggerty, Iii
Feb 23, 2023
Rensselaer- John James “Jim” Haggerty, III, age 81, passed away surrounded by his loving family on February 23, 2023.
Jim was born in Albany to the late John J. Jr., and Kathlyn Gilbert Haggerty. He attended St. John’s School in Rensselaer and graduated in 1960. He worked for the Albany Times Union, and later as a Firefighter for 26 years, with...
Daniel J. Cavanaugh
Feb 18, 2023
Rensselaer- Daniel J. Cavanaugh, age 78, passed away unexpectedly on February 18, 2023, at his home in Rensselaer.
Dan was born on January 14, 1945 to William J. and Virginia (Malone) Cavanaugh.
Daniel attended Averill Park Schools and lived most of his life in Snyders Lake. After high school, he had various jobs throughout his life, but his main two were...
Elliot F. Stiles
Feb 17, 2023
Schodack-It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Elliot F. Stiles aka “Elliot from Schodack.” Elliot passed away on February 17, 2023, in his home with his loving family by his side, after a brief illness. He was 85 years old.
Elliot was born on June 27, 1937, to William and Mary (Kimball) Stiles. He graduated...
Helen K. Arnos
Feb 12, 2023
Rensselaer- Helen Konstantakis Arnos, 96, Rensselaer, passed peacefully February 12, 2023 at home surrounded by family and friends. Helen was born June 23, 1926, in Perth Amboy, N.J., to James Simatos and Margaret Mouatsos, who both emigrated here from Kefalonia, Greece. She was the wife of the late Harry Konstantakis (1960) and Louis P. Arnos (1999). She is survived by...
Carmen L. Rosano
Feb 8, 2023
North Greenbush-Carmen Louis Rosano, 95, passed away at home on February 8, 2023.
Carmen was born in Albany to Philip and Mary (Lomonoco) Rosano. He was a graduate of the Christian Brothers Academy, where he obtained the rank of Cadet Captain. Following his graduation from high school, Carmen enlisted in the United States Navy at the age of seventeen, serving until...
James H. Fordley
Feb 3, 2023
Nassau- James Fordley, 90, of Nassau passed away on Feb. 3, 2023, after a long illness. He was born on September 9, 1932, to parents, Frederick Fordley and Nellie Mae Scoville. He grew up surrounded by many siblings, including his twin sister, Skipper, whom he adored until her passing.
Jim held many jobs over the years, retiring from Nelson House,...
James S. White, Jr.
Feb 2, 2023
Rensselaer-It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our brother, James “Jimmy” S. White, Jr. on February 2, 2023.
Growing up in the 60’s in Rensselaer he was a “character” in his own right, with the black hair of his father and the blue eyes of his Irish mother. He was the mischievous one of the six kids.
He was...
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