Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Joan N. Adam

Joan N. Adam

Sep 13, 2023

Rensselaer- Joan Nolan Adam, age 89, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2023.

She was born May 31, 1934 in Albany, to John and Ella Nolan of Rensselaer. Joan began her career with New York State Social Services when she was seventeen years old and worked there until her retirement. She married Stuart Adam and resided in her childhood home with...

Edith E. Wasula

Edith E. Wasula

Sep 12, 2023

Rensselaer- Edith E. Wasula, age 72, passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at home. Edie was born in Troy and has been a resident of Rensselaer since 1969.

Edie worked alongside her husband, Peter, in the family business, Pete's Painting for many years and in her retirement at Hannaford, East Greenbush.

Wife of 54 years to Peter Wasula; mother of...

Victor A. Eriole

Victor A. Eriole

Sep 5, 2023

Rensselaer- Victor Anthony Eriole passed away in the early morning of September 5, 2023. Victor was the 8th of 10 children born to Paul and Olympia Eriole, on October 15, 1943. He graduated from St. John's High School in Rensselaer in 1962, where he excelled in varsity basketball. Victor served honorably in the National Guard, and was a member of...

Paul R. Tremblay

Paul R. Tremblay

Sep 3, 2023

Paul Rene Tremblay, 68, of Rensselaer, passed away peacefully at Evergreen Commons Nursing Home in East Greenbush, on Sunday, September 3, 2023.

Paul was born to Rene and Phyllis Tremblay on December 1, 1954, in Albany. He graduated from Rensselaer High School in 1972. He earned a degree in Metal Machine Shop at Wake Technical College in Raleigh, NC, and then...

Audrey J. Brady

Audrey J. Brady

Aug 31, 2023

Rensselaer- Audrey JM Brady, 68, passed away on August 31, 2023, at her home surrounded by family. She was born on November 3, 1954, to Anita and Russell Jones. She was a lifelong resident of Rensselaer. She was a graduate of Rensselaer High School and Austin Beauty School. Audrey owned her own beauty salon, The Cutting Place, for many years...

Juanita T. Lochner

Juanita T. Lochner

Aug 29, 2023

Rensselaer – Juanita Theresa Lochner passed away after a long, courageous battle on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Albany and lived her life in the City of Rensselaer.

Juanita was a 1964 graduate of St. John’s Academy in Rensselaer. She dedicated her life to the American Legion Auxiliary and many years as an...

Catherine Catalfamo

Catherine Catalfamo

Aug 27, 2023

Tarpon Springs, FL – Catherine Catalfamo, 87, died Sunday, August 27, 2023 under hospice care.

Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Giuseppe and Victoria (Messia) Arduini. A graduate of Rensselaer High School, Catherine lived in Rensselaer for many years before moving to Florida in 1990.

Catherine enjoyed golfing, traveling and bingo. Most of all she loved spending time...

James N. Cant

James N. Cant

Aug 22, 2023

Rotterdam – James N. Cant, 68, of Rotterdam, passed away August 22, 2023, after a brief illness with cancer. Jim was the son of the late Barbara Dunn Cant and Henry Cant. He is survived by his wife, Susan (Driscoll) Cant, his beloved sister, Marcia Hanke (Roger) and his brother, Roger Cant as well as his nieces, Kayla Castellano (Michael)...

Giuseppe De Thomasis

Giuseppe De Thomasis

Aug 22, 2023

Giuseppe De Thomasis of Rensselaer passed away on August 22, 2023 after a short illness. Giuseppe, known by his family and friends as “Joe or Little Joe” was born on January 2, 1933 in Abbateggio (Pescara), a small town in Italy where he lived with his wife and two children. He served in the Italian Army “Alpini” where they specialized...

Donald D. Warner

Donald D. Warner

Aug 18, 2023

Donald D. Warner, 86, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023 at his residence. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Floyd and Marie (Deyo) Warner. Donald was in the US Army National Guard and was employed as a Quality Control Specialist at the Watervliet Arsenal, retiring there after 39 years of service. He enjoyed golfing, casinos,...

Colleen D. Clark

Colleen D. Clark

Aug 17, 2023

Rensselaer- Colleen D. Clark, age 89, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, August 17, 2023. Born in Rensselaer, she was the daughter of the late Wilson and Bertha M. (Snyder) Stedman.

Colleen enjoyed going out to eat, playing cards, bingo, and the casino. She loved pigs and butterflies and enjoyed watching golf on T.V. Most of all, Colleen...

Paul E. Brown

Paul E. Brown

Aug 16, 2023

Sand Lake - Paul E. Brown, 69 of Sand Lake, passed away suddenly on August 16, 2023. Paul was a lifelong resident of Sand Lake and the son of the late Harold and Marion (Chambers) Brown. He graduated from Averill Park High School in 1972. After graduation he enlisted in the Marine Corp where he served and was honorably discharged...

Lynne D. Rau

Lynne D. Rau

Aug 16, 2023

Rensselaer-Lynne Dorothy Rau, 58, of Troy, NY, passed away on August 16, 2023. She was born on April 8, 1965, in Jackson Heights, NY. Lynne was a hardworking and kind individual who was known for her sense of humor, generosity, and love for children. She was a loyal and caring person, always putting others before herself.

Lynne had a close-knit family...

Laverna E. "Lee" Mooney

Laverna E. "Lee" Mooney

Aug 16, 2023

Laverna “Lee” Mooney, age 95, a longtime resident of Glenmont, passed away at her home on August 16, 2023, with her family by her side.

Lee was born on February 10, 1928 in the South End of Albany, NY to William G. Cupps and Anna Mary (Lobinger) Cupps.

Lee attended Albany Schools and worked at Huyck’s Felt Company, where she met the...

Lawrence Nardacci

Lawrence Nardacci

Aug 7, 2023

Slingerlands-For 20 years, Lawrence "Larry" Nardacci, age 73, endured many health issues always meeting the challenges with strength. Unable to fight any longer, he lost his final battle on Monday, August 7, 2023, leaving behind his loving, devastated family to mourn him.

Larry was born on October 27, 1949 to Lawrence and Adeline Fiacco (Dolly) Nardacci, spending his early years on...

John A. "Jack" Nelson

John A. "Jack" Nelson

Aug 2, 2023

Rensselaer- John A. “Jack” Nelson, age 88, passed away at St. Peter’s Hospice, on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late Archibald and Martha (Maciariello) Nelson.

Jack was a graduate of Mechanicville High School and went on to attend HVCC. He later joined the Marine Corps, but also served in the US...

Albert V. Hanley, Jr.

Albert V. Hanley, Jr.

Aug 1, 2023

Albert V. Hanley Jr, 77, was called home on August 1, 2023 at his home in Coral Gables, Fl after several months of heart difficulties. Known by many as “Al” or “Buddy”, he had many passions, businesses, and countless accomplishments throughout his lifetime.

Al was predeceased by his parents, Albert and Mary (nee Polsinello) Hanley, his younger brother James Hanley,...

Thomas J. Traegler

Thomas J. Traegler

Jul 26, 2023

Colonie- Thomas “Tom” J. Traegler, age 92, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at home. Tom was born in Newark, NJ and raised in Albany, NY. He attended and graduated from Albany Public Schools. Tom served in the Navy on a Destroyer Escort in the North Atlantic during the Korean War. In 1960, he moved to Colonie alongside his...

Larry J. Hughes

Larry J. Hughes

Jul 24, 2023

Castleton- Larry J. Hughes, age 78, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, July 24, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Larry was born in Albany and was the son of the late Marjorie Weatherby Hughes and Willard Hughes. Larry worked for The National Elevator Constructors Local 35, in Albany. He had a love and passion for all things baseball,...

Timothy J. Tiernan

Timothy J. Tiernan

Jul 22, 2023

Timothy James Tiernan

September 24, 1953 - July 22, 2023

Today we say our final goodbye to our beloved brother Timothy (Tim) James Tiernan who went on to be with his mother; Sarah Judith Tiernan, father; Gerald Joseph Tiernan Sr., brothers; Gerald Joseph Tiernan Jr., and Channing Michael Tiernan, as well as nephew; Patrick Duane Tiernan and his mother Judy Tiernan. Timothy...

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