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Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas
Catherine E. Arduini
Jun 26, 2023
Rensselaer-Catherine E. Arduini, age 72, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 26, 2023. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of William H. and Isabelle (Halleran) Owens.
Catherine was a 1968 graduate of Mercy High School in Albany and later went on to attend and receive a degree from Mildred Elly in Albany. Following her graduation, she worked at Huyck Felt...
Joan M. Pladel
Jun 25, 2023
Rensselaer- Joan M. Pladel, age 88, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, June 25, 2023. She was the daughter of Marvin J. and Grace B. (Crowe) Peacock.
Joan was a graduate of Van Rensselaer High School. After graduation she went on to marry John Pladel and raise their family in Rensselaer. Joan was part of the Festival...
Jill M. Mcloughlin
Jun 19, 2023
Averill Park- Jill M. McLoughlin, 74, of Averill Park, NY passed away peacefully on Monday, June 19, 2023. Jill was born to William D. and Rita (Ryan) McGuirk in Troy. She attended Catholic Central High School in Troy and graduated from Hudson Valley Community College. Jill was a homemaker and also worked as a home health aide for many years.
Jill...
Dominick F. Casullo
Jun 17, 2023
Wynantskill - We are sad to announce the passing of Dominick “Nick” F. Casullo on June 17, 2023 at the age 72, after a courageous battle with cancer. Throughout his entire life and at the time of his passing, Dominick was surrounded by his loving family.
Nick was born in Albany on April 15, 1951, to Dominick and Louise Casullo....
Anthony J. Billetts, Jr.
Jun 15, 2023
Feura Bush– Anthony J. Billetts, Jr. passed away on June 15, 2023. Born on May 30, 1935 in Plattsburg, NY. He is survived by his wife Margaret Billetts (VandenBergh), his children Victoria Lamoree (Jerry), Kevin Billetts Sr. (Linda), Layne Billetts (Linda), Sandra Carroll (Jeff), Diana Arduini (Joseph), Paula Reinhart (late Gary), Anthony J. Billetts, III (Joyce), Shawn M. Billetts (Ashley)...
Elmer V. Lanci
Jun 13, 2023
Schodack-Elmer Vincent Lanci, age 71, died on June 13, 2023 at home, under hospice care through St. Peter’s Hospital, after a long battle with pancreatic cancer.
He graduated from Columbia High School in 1969 and SUNY Brockport with a BS degree in 1973. After college he joined the US Navy and earned his wings as a Naval Aviator in 1975. Vince...
Michael W. Lord
Jun 12, 2023
Michael Lord Sr., 81, of East Greenbush died Monday, June 12. Surrounded by his family, he passed away following a brief battle with cancer.
Born in Albany, he was the son of the late William and Eunice Lord. Michael served in the United States Air Force and was a proud veteran of the Vietnam War. Michael was a devoted husband,...
Sr. Mary Claude Ruehl, Rsm
Jun 10, 2023
Sister Mary Claude Ruehl, RSM (Elizabeth Ruehl) died Saturday, June 10, 2023, at Saint Peter’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Albany. Born in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of the late Carl G. Ruehl and Catherine Hagan Ruehl. She had been a Sister of Mercy for 72 years. Sister earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the College of St. Rose,...
Joanne Driscoll
Jun 8, 2023
Rensselaer- JoAnne Driscoll, age 80, passed away at home on Thursday June 8, 2023. JoAnne was born in Troy and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Thelma (Witherow) Pollay. JoAnne went to Shaker High School and worked at the NYS Attorney General’s Office as a Legal Secretary.
JoAnne is survived by her children Janis (Seth) Randall, JoAnna (Steve...
James J. Reith
Jun 5, 2023
East Greenbush- James J. Reith, age 85, passed away on Monday June 5, 2023, at The Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital. Jim was born in Albany and was the son of the late John and Sarah (Ford) Reith. James served his country honorably in the Air Force until his discharge in 1964. He later went on to work as...
Sr. Doris Rogers, Rsm
Jun 3, 2023
Rogers RSM, Sister Doris (formerly Sister Ruth Marie) died Saturday, June 3, at St. Peter’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Albany. She had been a Sister of Mercy for 61 years. Doris was born in Gloversville, New York, daughter of the late Floyd M. Rogers and Ruth E. Hoose. Doris was baptized at St. Patrick’s Church, Johnstown, when she was in...
Alphonso Raus
Jun 3, 2023
Rensselaer-It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alphonso Raus, age 55, who entered into eternal rest on June 3, 2023.
He is predeceased by his loving and adored father Tommaso Antonio Raus. He was a treasured family member and friend to many, with a trademark smile not soon forgotten.
Alphonso is survived by his mother Sandy; dear sons,...
Daniel P. Albertson
Jun 3, 2023
Rensselaer- Daniel P. Albertson age 54 of Rensselaer passed away unexpectedly Saturday, June 3, 2023 at home. Dan attended school at ICCS. He was a member of Local 7 Plumbers and Steamfitters Union. Survived by his mother Peggy Burke Albertson (Bobby); his father NYSP Ret. Sgt. Charles “Chuck” Albertson (Karen); his brother Tim Albertson (April); niece Breanna Albertson and his...
James E. Bradwell, Jr.
May 30, 2023
Gloversville- James E. Bradwell, Jr., age 71, passed away surrounded by his loving family on May 30, 2023 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Amsterdam. He was born on August 13, 1951 to the late James E. Sr., and Lillian (Foust) Bradwell from Rensselaer.
James is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Patricia A. Bradwell. He leaves behind his three...
Luella L. Buono
May 29, 2023
Rensselaer- Luella L. Buono, age 93, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 29, 2023, surround by her loving family. She was born in Albany and was a lifelong resident of the City of Rensselaer.
Luella was an avid knitter and enjoyed crocheting. She also loved traveling. Luella was a volunteer at the Robert C. Parker Preschool for many years, where she...
Frances J. Keneston
May 26, 2023
Rensselaer- Frances J. Keneston, age 88, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, May 26, 2023. She was the daughter of Manual and Rosa (Bubonia) Taibo.
Frances attended the Vincentian Institute in Albany and later went on to work at the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle.
Frances will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother who...
Ronald B. Collins
May 25, 2023
East Greenbush (formally of Rensselaer) - Ronald B. Collins, 76, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023 at St. Peter’s Hospital, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Archibald C. Collins and Helen E. Wagar. Ron was a graduate of Van Rensselaer High School class 1965. After...
William B. Fisk
May 22, 2023
Schodack- William B. Fisk, age 61, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2023, in New York City. He was the son of the late Robert and Edith (Persico) Fisk.
After high school graduation, Bill went on to work as an over-sized truck mechanic for Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., in Glenmont for almost 30 years. Bill will be remembered as a...
Sr. Kathleen O'Hara, Rsm
May 17, 2023
Albany- Sister Kathleen O’Hara RSM, died in St. Peter’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Albany, Wednesday, May 17, 2023. Born in Cohoes, New York, she was the daughter of the late Catherine F. Ruane O’Hara and Philip J. O’Hara. Sister Kathleen earned a B.S. Ed from the College of Saint Rose, and an M.S. Ed from Siena College as well as...
Wayne A. Rowe
May 16, 2023
Rensselaer- Wayne A. Rowe, age 65 of Rensselaer passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at home. He was born July 18, 1957, in Albany and was the son of the late Frances (Smith) and Raymond Rowe, Sr. After high school, Wayne worked at various locations as a busboy and as a laborer. He was an avid NASCAR fan and...
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