Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Roger Schreffler

Roger Schreffler

Jun 13, 2024

Albany-Roger C. Schreffler entered eternal life on June 13, 2024 after a lengthy illness. A ham radio enthusiast, Roger was also known for his love of riding motorcycles and flying radio-controlled helicopters and drones. His career choices reflected these passions, as he pursued positions as a photographer and later in life, as a truck driver.

Roger was born in the New...

Eric Hill

Eric Hill

Jun 13, 2024

Troy- Eric T. Hill, age 53, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 13, 2024. He was born in Albany and was the son of Frederick and the late Marlene Hill. Father of Jennifer A. Hill. Brother of Steven and Mark Hill. Grandfather of Kayleb Hill, Libertyrose Hill, Harmoneysandra Hill and Karizma Hill. Funeral services will be offered on...

Ruthann (Palladino) Cust

Ruthann (Palladino) Cust

Jun 11, 2024

Rexford- It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ruthann (Palladino) Cust, who departed from this world on June 11, 2024, at the age of 67, peacefully at the Delmar Center. Born in Albany, she was the cherished daughter of the late Charles F. and Ruth Palladino.

A dedicated individual, Ruthann devoted her professional life to enriching the...

Charles Campbell

Charles Campbell

Jun 9, 2024

Albany- Charles L. Campbell, age 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at Eddy Memorial in Troy. He was the son of the late Franklin and Ella Mae (Carpenter) Campbell.

Charles is survived by his beloved children, son, Charles E. Campbell and daughter, Karen Campbell, as well as his six grandchildren.

Services will be held at a later date.

Philip Restifo

Philip Restifo

Jun 9, 2024

Loudonville - Philip A. Restifo of Loudonville, entered into eternal life peacefully on June 9, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 100 years old.

Phil was born and raised in the South End of Albany and was the loving son of the late Angelo and Maria Restifo.

Phil was a street kid spending many nights at the St....

Richard Dodt

Richard Dodt

Jun 5, 2024

Rensselaer - Richard Dennis Dodt age 66 died suddenly at Albany Medical Center. He is survived by his sister, Mary Hammond (James) and his niece Brittany (Matt). He is predeceased by his parents, Mary Laura Leazotte and Richard Otto Dodt. No service will be held.

Eileen Herbert

Eileen Herbert

Jun 4, 2024

Defreestville- Eileen M. "Ollie" Herbert, age 80, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. Ollie was born in Troy and was the daughter of the late James F. Herbert, Sr., and Preget (Funaro) Herbert.

She attended and graduated from St. John's Academy in Rensselaer and received her Nursing degree from St. Peter's Hospital School of...

Brian Miller

Brian Miller

May 31, 2024

Malta- Brian M. Miller, age 53, passed away on May 31, 2024, in Malta. He was born in Albany and was the son of Eileen Conroy Miller and the late Thomas Miller. Father of Anthony (Shatisha) Orsi. Grandfather of Mila Joy Eileen Orsi. Brother of Thomas J. (Julie) Miller, Pamela (Daniel) Corbett and Jeffrey Miller. Also survived by his longtime...

Alvin Dubois, Sr

Alvin Dubois, Sr

May 26, 2024

Schodack- Alvin W. Dubois, Sr., age 89, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2024, at home with his wife of 58 years, Joyce (Smallenbroek) Dubois, and his son, Eric A. Dubois, and his wife Lynne (Howell) Dubois.  He was the son of the late Rachel Snyder and his stepfather, William Snyder. He is also predeceased by his brother Albert Dubois (survives,...

John Brennan

John Brennan

May 21, 2024

Rensselaer- John "Jack" P. Brennan age 87, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at home. John was born in Brooklyn and was the son of the late Luke and Nellie Brennan. After high school, Jack served four years in the Air Force during the Korean War Crisis. Jack later moved to Cornwallville with his wife to raise their children....

Ralph A. Viola

Ralph A. Viola

May 17, 2024

Rensselaer - Ralph “Ralphie” A. Viola, aged 76, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 17, 2024, surrounded by his beloved family. Ralph was born in Brooklyn but raised on Long Island, the cherished son of the late Raphael and Marie (Mazza) Viola.

A dedicated worker, Ralph commuted tirelessly to Manhattan for his career in typesetting and photo engraving for many years....

Russell D. Jones

Russell D. Jones

May 16, 2024

Russell “Rusty” Jones, 67, of Rensselaer, passed away on Wednesday, May 16, 2024, at the Stratton VA Hospital surrounded by his loving wife Theresa and family.

Rusty was predeceased by his parents Russell Jones and Anita Lauer, and his sisters Nancy Gootz, Yvonne Daniel, and Audrey Brady. He is survived by his wife Theresa, sisters Annette Freeman, and Roslynn Zimbler, many...

Frank Cicio

Frank Cicio

May 9, 2024

North Greenbush-Frank (Chick), age 84, passed peacefully on Thursday, May 9, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born in Jamaica, Queens near the end of the depression where an impeccable work ethic was instilled in him while making bricks with his grandfather at age nine.

Frank took many jobs over the years, including selling poultry out of the iconic...

Sandra A. Chiera

Sandra A. Chiera

May 7, 2024

Albany-On Tuesday, May 7, 2024, the world lost a shining beacon of love, laughter, and compassion with the passing of Sandra A. Chiera. A woman of remarkable wit, boundless empathy, and unwavering love, Sandra leaves behind a legacy that will forever echo in the hearts of those who were blessed to know her.

Sandra was a woman whose very presence could...

Jane Marie Fischer

Jane Marie Fischer

May 1, 2024

Valatie-Jane Marie Fischer, 92, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. She was born on September 22, 1931, in Hudson, NY and grew up on her family's farm where she lived most of her life.

As a child, Jane took dance lessons and would often perform at community events. As an adult her hobbies included walking with friends and grandchildren,...

Michael Palumbo

Michael Palumbo

Apr 29, 2024

California-Michael A. Palumbo, age 70, passed away on April 29, 2024, at his home in Staatsburg. Born in Albany to Bruno J. Palumbo and Leah (Gardner) Palumbo, he was a graduate of Columbia High School in East Greenbush and later went on to study at SUNY at Geneseo. Michael began his career at the Sunshine Biscuit Company, later accepting a...

William E. Winnie

William E. Winnie

Apr 29, 2024

Schodack- William Edward Winnie, age 91, passed on to eternal life on April 29, 2024. He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Clinton and Catherine (McCarthy) Winnie, descendants of a Dutch settler, Pieter Winne who came to this area circa 1630’s. William leaves behind his partner of 62 years Dale L. Morgan from the home...

Erin Roche Lanpher

Erin Roche Lanpher

Apr 22, 2024

Troy- We sadly announce the passing of Erin Roche Lanpher, at St. Peter’s Hospital on Monday, April 22, 2024, at the age of 56, from complications of pancreatitis. Erin, originally from Troy, NY, was born on August 23, 1967. She was a beloved daughter, sister, stepmother, and aunt. Erin was caring and generous to all she met, finding joy in...

Gail E. Moxon

Gail E. Moxon

Apr 18, 2024

Gail E. Moxon, 81, passed away at Van Rensselaer Manor on April 18, 2024. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Burton E. Hulsopple and Jessie E. Henry. Gail was employed by the Rensselaer County Department of Social Services for over 20 years as a case worker prior to her retirement. She was a very loving and...

Guido J. Gabriel, Sr.

Guido J. Gabriel, Sr.

Apr 17, 2024

Troy-Guido J. “Giggy” Gabriel, Sr., age 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in 1929 to the late Frederick V. and Pasqualena (Paisano) Gabriel, in Troy.

Guido attended St. Lawrence School and was a graduate of Troy High School. He was a businessman and owned Gabriel’s White House Pizza, Pawling Ave....

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