Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Frederick J. Martin, Sr.

Frederick J. Martin, Sr.

January 15, 2024

Selkirk-Frederick J. Martin Sr, age 62, of Selkirk, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on January 14, 2024. He was born March 6th, 1961 to the late Leroy T. and Joan H. (Leno) Martin.

Fred was a man who enjoyed making others laugh and was happiest when spending time with his dog Nala and cruising in...

Mary Bridget Nettleton

Mary Bridget Nettleton

January 12, 2024

NORTH GREENBUSH- Bridget Nettleton, PhD passed away Friday, January 12, 2024. Bridget was born on December 6, 1954 in Troy, NY to the late Thomas and Margaret (Herbert) McMahon.

Bridget obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University at Albany, a Master of Science in Nursing from Russell Sage College, and a Doctorate in Educational Administration and Policy Studies...

Joan M. Campetelle

Joan M. Campetelle

January 8, 2024

Port Richey, FL- Joan “Joanie” Campetelle, 76, of Port Richey, FL, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 8, 2024, with her husband John by her side.

Joan was born on November 7, 1947, youngest daughter to the late Alfred Kelly and Rose (Woods) Kelly of Rensselaer, NY. She was the beloved wife of John James Campetelle....

Douglas J. Lamountain

Douglas J. Lamountain

January 5, 2024

Rensselaer- Douglas J. LaMountain, age 60, passed away on January 5, 2023 at lbany Medical Center. He was the son of the late Orville Louis LaMountain Sr., and Harriet Ann Sager.

Doug was a lifelong resident of the city of Rensselaer.

He is survived by his brothers, John and Richard LaMountain and his beloved sister Veronica DeNoil.

Funeral service will be private...

Marie A. Montgomery

Marie A. Montgomery

December 31, 2023

North Greenbush – Marie Anderson Montgomery passed away Sunday, December 31, 2023 at St. Peter’s Hospice. Marie was born February 26, 1933, in Troy and resided in North Greenbush since 1959.

Marie graduated from Troy High School in 1951. She worked for New York State Department of Taxation and Finance from 1951 – 1955 and at Hudson Valley Community College for...

Richard C. Rosbrook

Richard C. Rosbrook

December 30, 2023

Kinderhook- Richard C. “Dick” Rosbrook of Kinderhook, NY passed away Saturday, December 30th with his daughters and grandchildren at his side. He was 79 years young. Born May 19, 1944 in Albany, NY to Alden and Pauline Rosbrook, Richard, also known throughout his life as Richie, Roz and Dick, grew up in East Greenbush, NY, the youngest of three boys....

Diane W. Crosby

Diane W. Crosby

December 30, 2023

EAST GREENBUSH - Diane W. (Smith) Crosby, of East Greenbush, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2023, after a brief illness. Born in Albany, N.Y., she was the youngest daughter of the late Robert and Henrietta (Venema) Smith. Diane graduated from Van Rensselaer High School. She enjoyed a 30+ year career as a dental assistant, building lasting friendships with colleagues...

Thomas J. Watterson

Thomas J. Watterson

December 29, 2023

Albany, NY – Thomas J. Watterson, age 66, passed away peacefully at his home on, December 29, 2023, with family by his side. He was born at Shirley US Army Hospital, Shirley, MA on January 7, 1957, and was one of seven children born to the late Robert T. and Julie A. Watterson of North Greenbush, NY. He attended several...

Grace Camilla Hart

Grace Camilla Hart

December 28, 2023

Grace Camilla Hart passed away peacefully on December 28, 2023. Born April 26, 1934, the fifth and youngest child of William and Grace Doran, she grew up in Albany and graduated in 1952 from Vincentian Institute. Grace was predeceased by her parents, William and Grace, her sister Ethel and brothers William B. Jr, Frank J., and Edward C. Sr, her...

Charles Van Alstyne, Jr.

Charles Van Alstyne, Jr.

December 27, 2023

Troy- Charles Van Alstyne, Jr., age 68, died on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at Samaritan Hospital in Troy. He was born in Albany, raised in Rensselaer, and resided in Troy for 20 years, with his wife Kathy. He then moved to East Greenbush with his daughter, son-in-law, grandchildren and dog Stella.

Charlie was a hardworking man...

Irving William Beardsley

Irving William Beardsley

December 26, 2023

Rensselaer – I. William Beardsley “Briz”. Bill Beardsley passed away peacefully at home on December 26, 2023. He was born on May 14, 1953, son of the late Irving and Geraldine (Goode) Beardsley.

A lifelong resident of the City of Rensselaer, he was a truck driver for over 40 years, until his retirement in 2021.

Bill loved being a truck driver, NASCAR,...

Marilyn T. Hart

Marilyn T. Hart

December 24, 2023

Rensselaer-Marilyn T. Hart passed away peacefully December 24, 2023 at St. Peter’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Albany, of complications from a massive stroke she suffered more than 6 years ago. Marilyn was the daughter of the late Thomas Hart and Florence Endres Hart. She grew up in Rensselaer, New York and graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy in Albany. Marilyn was...

James E. Barrett

James E. Barrett

December 23, 2023

Rensselaer- James Edmund Barrett of Rensselaer died December 23, 2023, after a period of declining health. He was born in Albany on December 28, 1946, the second child of John A. and Elizabeth Hawk Barrett.

Jim graduated from St. John's Academy, in Rensselaer, a proud member of the Class of ‘64, Hudson Valley Community College, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with...

Gerald H. Lauer

Gerald H. Lauer

December 22, 2023

Schenectady-Gerald “Muzzy” H. Lauer, age 70, passed away on Friday, December 22, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late William H. and Margaret (Fisher) Lauer.

Muzzy was a graduate of Van Rensselaer High School and went on to obtain a degree in computer programming. He later spent most of his working career as a Computer...

Romana Salvagni

Romana Salvagni

December 21, 2023

Romana (Pasquali) Salvagni, 96, North Greenbush, surrounded by her family passed peacefully into eternal life at St. Peter’s Hospital on Thursday December 21, 2023. Born on November 26, 1927 to Giuseppe and Valentina (Ranellucci) Pasquali in Maenza, Italy Romana attended school in Rome before immigrating to the United States in 1948. After attending English and Citizenship classes with her best...

Daniel J. Sanchez, Jr.

Daniel J. Sanchez, Jr.

December 18, 2023

Rensselaer- Daniel. J. Sanchez, Jr., age 75, passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023, at Albany Medical Center. Daniel was born in Albany and was the son of Mary, and the late Daniel Sanchez, Sr.

He was an avid whitetail hunter, enjoying every moment he spent in the woods. Danny was a race car driver and won a sportsman championship in...

Rose A. Smith

Rose A. Smith

December 18, 2023

Rensselaer- Rose A. Smith, age 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on, December 18, 2023. She was born in 1930, in Albany, to the late Carmine and Caterina (Baggetta) Filippini.

Rose was a graduate of the Phillip Schuyler School. She then went on to become supervisor at Albany Med Food Service. Rose later worked for the East...

Janet E. Pearson

Janet E. Pearson

December 16, 2023

Averill Park-Janet E. Pearson (Jaycie Ganance) age 66, of Averill Park passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, December 16, 2023 surrounded by her loving family and friends. Jaycie was born in Albany and was the daughter of the late Herbert Ganance and Janet Folmsbee.

Janet was raised in Rensselaer, attending Rensselaer City Schools and finishing her studies at Saint Anne’s...

Karen A. Hotchkiss

Karen A. Hotchkiss

December 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

Rita L. Brown

December 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...

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