Obituaries

Bernice Frankoski

August 27, 2024

Rensselaer- Bernice Cirrincione Frankoski, age 82, passed away suddenly. She was the daughter of the late Salvatore and Mary Cirrincione.

Bernice was the wife of Steve Frankoski; mother to Denise (Ron) Meyers and Katria Frankoski, and grandmother of Kyle and Korrey Meyers. She is also survived by her sister, Rosemary (Roger) Dames, and brother, Anthony Cirrincione and several nieces and nephews.

Along...

George Cotugno

August 26, 2024

George Angelo Cotugno, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away suddenly on August 26, 2024, at the age of 66. Born on September 1, 1957, George was a lifelong resident of East Greenbush.

George is predeceased by his parents, Mary and George Cotugno, which he loved dearly. He is survived by his loving children, Edward (Jennifer) Cotugno, Ericka (Trina) Battistoni,...

Ethan Call

August 25, 2024

Coxsackie- Ethan M. Call, age 33, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at Albany Medical Center, with his family by his side. Ethan was born in Hudson, NY and was the beloved son of Kathleen P. Call Kibbey.

Ethan played football in high school, was in the chess club and sang in the choir. He enjoyed model cars and had...

Thomas J. Lasher, Jr.

August 19, 2024

Thomas J Lasher Jr, age 73, of Castleton passed away after a long battle with cancer on Monday, August 19, 2024. Thomas was born on April 1, 1951, in Albany, to the late Thomas and Theresa Lasher. 

Thomas is predeceased by the love of his life Cynthia Ann Lasher who came to welcome him home on their 46th wedding anniversary. Thomas...

Barbara Forcinella

August 17, 2024

Rensselaer- Barbara M. Forcinella, at the age of 97, entered into eternal life on Saturday, August 17, 2024. Barbara was born on January 28, 1927 in Shelton, Connecticut to the late Michael and Mary Mehaylo. Barbara was predeceased by her brothers Michael and James.

She attended St. Joseph's Academy and graduated from Albany High School in 1944.

Barbara...

Fredric Malmberg, Sr.

August 16, 2024

Chatham - Fredric Wallace Malmberg, Sr., age 81, passed away on August 16, 2024, after fighting a long battle with health concerns from Agent Orange. He was born in Chatham, NY in 1943 and was the son of the late Wallace and Lyla Malmberg.

Fredric is survived by his son Fredric Wallace Malmberg, Jr., his four stepchildren Ricky, Linda, Terry, and...

João Pestana

August 16, 2024

João Pestana age 92, formerly of Rensselaer, passed away peacefully at home in Dixon, California on August 16, 2024. He was born in São Vicente, Madeira Island, Portugal, and was the son of the late António Pestana and Maria de Jesus. João is also predeceased by his brothers Manuel, Marculino, and Alexandre as well as his sisters Teresa and Maria,...

Michael Knauf

August 14, 2024

It is with deep sadness that I share the passing of our father, Michael J. Knauf, 71, of Wynantskill, who sadly left us on August 14, 2024, at the Evergreen Commons Rehab and Nursing Center after a brief illness.

Husband to the late Maureen Knauf; the proud father of Michele (Daniel) Lewitinn, Cindy (Michael) Stocklas, and TJ (Tina) Vanvorst; son of...

James Juliano, Sr.

August 9, 2024

James J. Juliano Sr., lovingly referred to as "Doc or Doctor J",  age 86, from Stephentown NY passed away early Friday morning, August 9, 2024 at Berkshire Medical hospital. James is the son of late Sylvestro "Samuel" and Hilda Juliano. James is also predeceased by his wife Patricia M. Juliano, his son Daniel F. Juliano Sr., and his grandson Maxim...

Audrey E. Higgins

August 9, 2024

Rensselaer - Audrey E. Higgins, 96, formerly of Washington Avenue, died August 9, 2024 at the St. Peter's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Albany. She was the daughter of the late Alfred J. and Emily Hart Higgins, and was predeceased by her brother Lt. Alan Kent Higgins. She is survived by some cousins and friends.

Born in Rensselaer, Audrey...

Brian T. Hennigan

July 18, 2024

Rensselaer-Brian T. Hennigan, age 80, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at St. Peter's Hospice. He was born in Brooklyn, NY, to the late Patrick J.  and Bridget A. (Halligan) Hennigan in 1944.

Brian earned a bachelor's degree from Catholic University in Washington, D.C., and later a master's degree from Smith College in North Hampton, MA. He started his career...

Desiree A. Warner

July 15, 2024

Menands- Desiree A. Warner, age 59, of Menands, passed away suddenly on July 15, 2024.

Employed for over 25 years in retail sales, her favorite pastimes were reading books and cooking.

Desiree is survived by her son, Richard Warner of Rensselaer, her mother, Thomasine (Tammy) Clarkin of East Greenbush, her sisters, Theresa School of Florida, and Jacqueline (Harry) Schermerhorn of East Greenbush,...

Ellen K. Eames

July 12, 2024

Glenmont - Ellen K. Eames, age 74, passed away peacefully at home on July 12, 2024. She was born in Albany and was the daughter of the late John and Helen Kircher.

Ellen was a graduate of St. John's Academy in Rensselaer. Wife of Dennis M. Eames Sr., mother of Dennis M. Eames Jr. (Jamie) and John H.K. Eames (Mary), grandmother...

Sr. Patricia A. Newell

July 4, 2024

Newell RSM, Sister Patricia (formerly Sister Mary Redempta) died at the Teresian House in Albany Thursday, July 4, 2024. Born in Albany, New York, Pat was the daughter of the late Ann Biagiotti and Edward F. Newell. Over the years, she earned a bachelor’s degree in Education from the College of St. Rose, Albany; a master’s degree in Earth Science...

Betty Bonner

June 29, 2024

East Schodack - Betty Jane Bonner, age 87 passed away on June 29, 2024, at Albany Medical Center after a fall. Betty was born on September 7, 1936, raised and lived her entire life in Rensselaer County. Betty was the loving wife to Boyd W. Bonner, Sr. for over 64 years and a loving, caring and dedicated mother to their...

Lou Roan

June 28, 2024

Gerta Lou (Lou) Wright Roan, 86, passed away peacefully Friday, June 28, 2024, at her home in Delmar, New York surrounded by family.

 

Born in Burlington, North Carolina on July 31, 1937 to Cora and McKinley Wright. Lou graduated from Sylvan High School, Snow Camp North Carolina, where she was on their girls’ basketball team. Lou’s quest for knowledge led her...

Sr. Mary Albertus Mathis

June 22, 2024

Albany-Mathis RSM, Sister Mary Albertus, (Frances Josephine Mathis) died in St. Peter's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Albany, Saturday, June 22, 2024. She was 102 years old. Born in East Meredith, New York, she was the daughter of German immigrants, Albertine Eisele and Sebastian Mathis. Sister Albertus earned a BA from the College of Saint Rose and an MA from Siena...

Trista Memmerth

June 20, 2024

Trista G. Memmerth, age 36, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Memorial Sloan Kettering in NYC. She was born in Albany and raised in Troy by her loving parents, the late Kurt and Jacqueline Memmerth (survives).

Trista attended Troy High School and later went on to work at the Department of Labor, the Division...

Roger Schreffler

June 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

June 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...