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Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas
Karen A. Hotchkiss
Dec 14, 2023
Rensselaer- Karen A. Hotchkiss, age 77, passed away peacefully on, December 14, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.
At the request of the family, funeral services will be private.
Rita L. Brown
Dec 11, 2023
Rensselaer- Rita L. Brown age 78 of Rensselaer passed away peacefully on Monday, Dec. 11, 2023, at Evergreen Commons. She was born in Rensselaer to the late John and Margaret Lopez. Rita was extremely devoted to her family. She always had a smile on her face, loved life to the fullest and will be remembered as a true optimist. She...
Denise D. Miller
Dec 10, 2023
Voorheesville- On December 10, 2023, Denise Miller passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. She was married to Patrick Miller, the love of her life for 46 years. She was a devoted mother to Donna (Phillip McKay), Patrick, Jeremy (Christina) and many children who came into her life along the way. She was MEMA aka MENA to Joey, Alicia, Riliegh,...
Sharon A. Sauer
Dec 5, 2023
Rensselaer-Heaven gained another angel as Sharon A. Poole Sauer, passed away peacefully in her home on December 5, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.
Sharon was born in Albany in May of 1953 to Thomas Poole, Sr. and Agnes Farrell and lived in Rensselaer her entire life. She married the love of her life Boyce ‘Buzz’ Sauer in May of 1980,...
Sandra M. Kenna
Dec 4, 2023
Rensselaer- Sandra Michelle Kenna, 65, of Rensselaer passed away peacefully at Samaritan Hospital on Monday, December 4, 2023. Sandra was born to the late Helen (Milos) and John Kenna, in Troy, NY, on October 18, 1958. She graduated in 1977 from Rensselaer High School and later continued her education at Russell Sage College where she graduated with honors in 1992....
Randall L. Mann
Dec 3, 2023
Rensselaer - Randall L. Mann, known to his friends as Randy, age 64, passed away suddenly but peacefully at home on December 3, 2023. Randy was born in Buffalo, NY to Louis F. and Carole A. Mann.
Randy graduated from Southside High School in Elmira, NY where he grew up. Randy was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Jeff Gordon racing fan....
Susan M. White
Dec 1, 2023
North Greenbush- Susan M. White, 64, passed peacefully in her North Greenbush, New York home on December 1, 2023, surrounded by her immediate family. Born in Huntington, New York, she attended Holy Family High School and graduated with a BA from SUNY Geneseo. After college, Susan lived in Stony Brook, NY, and worked her entire 31-year career at Stony Brook...
Kathryn L. Vooris
Nov 29, 2023
East Greenbush- Kathryn L. Vooris, 79, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, in Scottsdale, AZ. The youngest child of Herbert and Helen Kypke Vooris, she was born in Freeport, NY.
Predeceased by her loving wife, Doreen Anderson, they were partners and best friends for 38 wonderful years, married five. Kathy lived her life authentically, marrying Doreen almost as soon as...
Kathleen M. Haggerty
Nov 28, 2023
Rensselaer- Kathleen M. Haggerty, age 65, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle, on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at St. Peter’s Hospice. Born in 1958, she was the eldest daughter of the late George J. Jr., and Jane (McDermott) Smith.
Kathleen attended St. Mary’s High School and then went on to graduate with a four-year degree from the College of St....
Bernard A. Duffy, Jr.
Nov 19, 2023
North Greenbush- It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bernard “Jake” Duffy, on November 19, 2023. Jake departed this world surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on March 9, 1943, Jake was a man of ambition, intelligence, and compassion. His dedication to his family was unparalleled. Jake’s legacy extends beyond his family, as he was...
Robert J. Grimaldi, Sr.
Nov 19, 2023
Schodack-Robert J. Grimaldi, Sr., age 94, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, November 19, 2023. He was the son of the late Anthony and Anna Grimaldi.
Upon high school graduation, Robert entered the United States Army and was stationed In Puerto Rico, which he held fond memories of, until his honorable discharge in 1949. He would later...
Margaret E. Petroni
Nov 12, 2023
Rensselaer-Margaret “Marge” Elizabeth (Forgea) Petroni, age 94, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Sunday, November 12, 2023.
Marge was born in Albany to Ernest and Elizabeth (Gage) Forgea in 1929 and was raised in Rensselaer. She graduated from St. John’s Academy in 1947. Margaret went on to work for the State of New York where she retired after...
Patrick W. Sturn
Nov 11, 2023
WYNANTSKILL – Patrick W. Sturn, 76, passed away quietly at home, late Friday evening, November 10th, 2023. He was comfortable according to his wishes and in the presence of his wife and daughter.
Born in Albany in 1947, Patrick was the son and the eldest of three children born to the late Ursula M. (Boyle) Sturn and Willard E. Sturn of...
Patricia H. Warriner
Nov 7, 2023
Troy - Patricia Warriner “Queen Mum”
Pat was born on March 27, 1928, during the Golden Age of Hollywood. She carried that era all throughout her lifetime. She liked to dress lovely, put on her makeup, and have her hair done. For 35 years she worked at Standard Manufacturing sewing, many days arriving for work with high heels on.
Pat loved people...
Sandra J. Vanvorst
Nov 3, 2023
Rensselaer- Sandra “Sandy” J. VanVorst, 76, passed away peacefully in her home on November 3, 2023.
Sandy was born on January 7, 1947, in Albany, NY, to the late Earl T. LaMay and Jennie M. Sterling. She was the oldest of four children, with two surviving siblings: Earl (Kathy) T. LaMay, Gary LaMay, and one predeceased sibling, Paul T. LaMay....
Sharon L. Cicero
Nov 1, 2023
Rensselaer – Sharon L. Cicero (Aggen), 73, passed away suddenly in her home with family by her side on Wednesday, November 1, 2023.
Sharon was born on September 30, 1950 in Schenectady, to the late Martin and Norma (Crowningshield) Aggen, Sr. Along with her parents, Sharon is now reunited in Heaven with her brother, Martin Aggen, Jr. and granddaughter, Alessia Galarneau.
Sharon...
John P. Kilmartin, Jr.
Oct 30, 2023
Rensselaer- John P. “Red” Kilmartin, Jr., age 76, of Rensselaer, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023 at home. John was born in Albany and has resided in Rensselaer since 1980.
He loved watching the Hallmark channel, Notre Dame Football and the NY Giants, but most of all he loved spending time with his family and beloved pets. John retired from...
Mark E. Carignan
Oct 26, 2023
Rensselaer-Mark Carignan, born in 1943, passed away suddenly at his home in Rensselaer, on October 26, 2023. A man of many trades, Mark was a retired bus mechanic of 20 plus years at Schalmont Central School District and had also been working at Dave Hunt’s Auto for the last 38 years. He was a proud veteran of the United States...
Deborah L. Delaney
Oct 24, 2023
Rensselaer- Deborah Giel Delaney, age 74, passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at St Peter’s Hospital in Albany. Debbie was born in Pittsfield, MA, and resided in Rensselaer for most of her life. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Florence Giel.
Debbie is survived and will be missed by her beloved children, Jennifer McNally (Michael) and David...
Rosina P. Huntington
Oct 21, 2023
Rensselaer-Rosina P. Huntington, age 95, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2023. She was born in Germany in 1928 and proudly became a United States citizen in 1961.
Rosina was an accomplished seamstress and a member of the North Nassau Community Church.
Rosina is survived and will be missed by her son, Robert J. Huntington; her brother, Peter Pfaffenberger (Edith), Germany;...
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