Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Francis A. Adams

Francis A. Adams

Apr 1, 2021

Rensselaer- Francis "Frank" Atwood Adams 79, of Rensselaer, NY passed away on April 1, 2021 after a long battle with chronic illnesses. Frank was born in Albany, NY on January 13th, 1942. He is survived by his wife Patricia Jean (Pratt) Adams, of 38 years. His children, including Lisa, Timothy, Steven, Todd Adams, Tina (Balls) Biette, Maria (Balls) Nardacci and...

James S. Anastasio

James S. Anastasio

Mar 27, 2021

Albany- James “Saby” Anastasio age 75 passed away Saturday, March 27, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany. He was born in Albany, was raised in Rensselaer and has been a lifelong resident of the Capital District. He was a chef at various locations in Albany. Saby owned and operated a delicatessen in Rensselaer and a restaurant in Albany and...

Emeline M. Vanvalkenburg

Emeline M. Vanvalkenburg

Mar 25, 2021

West Sand Lake- Emeline Whalen VanValkenburg, 85 of West Sand Lake, NY passed away peacefully on March 25, 2021.  Born in Albany, NY to Daniel and Eleanor (Mitchell) Whalen.  Emme worked for Mountainview Coach Lines in Rensselaer and retired from Blue Cross/Blue Shield.   She was a quiet presence but the biggest fan at all of her grandchildren’s sporting events.  She...

Richard G. Billetts

Richard G. Billetts

Mar 12, 2021

Rensselaer- Richard Gene Billetts, 83, of Rensselaer died peacefully Friday, March 12, 2021 surrounded by his loved ones. Richard was born in Plattsburgh, NY and served in the Army. He enjoyed bowling, darts, road trips, war films and spending time with friends at the VFW Post. Richard was the husband of late Beverly J. Billetts; Significant other to Linda Hiller;...

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