Rossi & Ditoro Funeral Home
Our commitment to the community we serve is to be True to a Sacred Trust.
Caring for and servicing the needs of each individual family, with a personal touch in a beautiful setting to celebrate a life.
We understand the importance of developing a relationship of trust with the families we serve and the community. We are proud of our heritage, service and integrity. The Rossi & Ditoro Funeral Home believes in educating families so that informed decisions can be made.
Our experienced staff prides itself on helping families find traditional as well as unique ways to memorialize their loved ones, discovering meaning and comfort in the process.
Our Obituaries
David A. Saburro
November 7, 1951 - June 16, 2013
ALBANY –David A. Saburro, 61, entered into eternal rest on Sunday at his residence.
David was born in Schenectady, the son of Fred Saburro and the late Jeannine Carmine Saburro. He was a 1969 graduate of Linton High School and attended Hudson Valley Community College and worked at the Teresian House and Union College. He was a loving and caring son, brother and friend. David's relationship...
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Patsy Tremante
December 9, 1954 - June 13, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Patsy Tremante, Sr. 58, now rests eternally with his Heavenly Father and beloved father Silvio. Patsy died Thursday, June 13, 2013 at Ellis Hospital surrounded by his loving family and friends after being stricken on June 5, 2013.
Patsy was born in Schenectady, on December 9, 1954, an only son of Barbara Garcia Tremante and the late Silvio 'Sonny' Tremante. He attended local...
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William W. 'Bill' Thomas
December 5, 1940 - June 11, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Professor William W. "Bill" Thomas, 72, died at home on Tuesday, June 11, 2013.
The College mourns the loss of William "Bill" Thomas, professor emeritus of French who for three decades dedicated himself to worrying over the many details of international study and accumulating lifelong friends who were transformed by a term abroad. He died at his home on at the age of 72.
The...
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Madeline R. Gatti
June 7, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Madeline R. Gatti, died peacefully on Friday, June 7, after a lengthy illness.
The daughter of the late Vincenzo (Vincent) Ruggiero and Petronilla (Nellie) Vasta Ruggiero, Madeline graduated from the former Nott Terrace High School and Mildred Elley Business School. She was employed by the Prudential Insurance Co. for 33 years. When she retired in 1979, she married Dr. Arno...
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Mary E. "Marie" Villano
May 4, 1926 - June 1, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Mary E. "Marie" Villano, 87, peacefully entered into the arms of the Lord on Saturday at Ellis Hospital.
Marie was born in Schenectady, a daughter of the late Pasquale and Florence Lane Villano. She was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School, class of 1945. Marie worked as an accounting clerk for the Research Foundation of SUNY in Albany, retiring in 1986 after 23 years of...
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Donald R. Kranick
October 25, 1943 - May 20, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Donald R. Kranick, 69, passed away on Monday at Ellis Hospital after a short illness.
Donald was born and educated in Schenectady. He was a tradesman in construction and painting fields.
He was predeceased by his parents and his brother George Kranick.
Don was loved very much by his family, he is survived by his beloved wife, Darla Phillips Kranick; loving children, Paul...
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Theresa Ann Palkovic
December 15, 1948 - May 20, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Theresa Ann Palkovic, 64, entered into eternal rest on Monday, at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by her adoring family.
Theresa was born in Amsterdam on December 15, 1948 a daughter of the late John Palkovic and Geneveive Babrowicz. She attended Schenectady schools and continued her education at Spencer Business Institute. For 23 years, Theresa worked devoutly for the YWCA in...
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Alfred J. Lombardi
June 15, 1917 - April 22, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Alfred J. Lombardi, 95, entered into the Arms of the Lord on Monday at Ingersoll Place, surrounded by his loving family.
Al was born in Schenectady a son of the late Francesco and Maria Caldara Lombardi. He was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School and enlisted in the United States Army. He honorably served his Country as a corporal during WWII in the Central Pacific. On...
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Robert J. Tower, Jr.
January 21, 1947 - April 14, 2013
ROTTERDAM – Robert J. Tower, Jr., 72, entered into eternal rest on Sunday morning at home after a brief illness, surrounded by his devoted wife and family.
Bob was born in Staten Island, son of the late Robert J. and Rita (McCaffery) Tower. He graduated from Curtis High School, received a business and accounting degree from Albany Business College and a BA in Sociology from Russell Sage...
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Anthony 'Tony' Randazzo
October 14, 1929 - April 13, 2013
GLENVILLE – Anthony S. Randazzo, 83, died peacefully at St. Peter's Hospice, on Saturday with his loving family at his side.
Anthony was born in Schenectady, the son of the late Frank and Rose Guisto Randazzo. He was a 1947 graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. Anthony worked for the gas turbine department of the General Electric Company and retired after 39 years of service in 1986....
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Margaret Pirro Puccetti
November 22, 1914 - April 10, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Margaret Puccetti, entered into eternal peace on Wednesday at her residence, she was 98 years old.
Margaret was born in Schenectady on November 22, 1914 the daughter of Luigi and Angela Morrell Pirro. She attended vocational school and graduated as an LPN. She worked her entire career with Ellis Hospital, retiring in 1977 after many years of dedicated service. Margaret was a...
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Mark W. "Sparky" Siatkowski
November 12, 1955 - March 30, 2013
Hagaman – Mark William "Sparky" Siatkowski, 57, passed away peacefully on Saturday at his residence after a valiant battle with illness.
Mark was born on November 12, 1955, the son of Robert Siatkowski and the late Mary "Nina" Badalucco Siatkowski. He graduated from Scotia-Glenville High School and received his ASS degree from Fulton Montgomery Community College. He was employed at Agway...
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Mary Giovanina Emmi Spezza
December 5, 1920 - March 28, 2013
Mary Giovanina Emmi Spezza entered into eternal peace March 28, 2013 on Holy Thursday at the age of 92.
Mary was born on December 5, 1920 in Canastota, NY. She was the third child of ten. Her parents Joseph and Angela (Alibrandi) Emmi were from Linguaglossa and Castiglione, Sicily. She attended Phoenix High School and was unable to finish her schooling due to the Great Depression. She always...
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Marilyn Carringi Mormile
November 29, 1935 - March 27, 2013
ROTTERDAM – Marilyn J. Mormile, 77, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday at Ellis Hospital.
Marilyn was born and raised in Schenectady. She was the daughter of the late Henry and Mary Marcelli Carringi. She graduated from Nott Terrace High School. Marilyn worked as a nursing aid and then as an LPN for Albany County Nursing Home. She later worked as a pin tester and wire winder for...
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Gloria Manilla Vergine
October 20, 1926 - March 24, 2013
SCHENECTADY – On Palm Sunday, Gloria A. Vergine, 86, now sits at the Table of the Lord.
Gloria was born on October 20, 1926 in Saratoga Springs, a daughter of the late Frank and Josephine Isgro Manilla. She moved to Schenectady with her family as a young girl. She worked for the General Electric Company during WWII and later for Ellis Hospital. Gloria was a devoted wife and mother, taking...
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Virginia Crotty
April 4, 1921 - March 23, 2013
SCOTIA – Virginia Crotty, 91, entered into eternal peace on Saturday at home.
Virginia was born in Clay, WV a daughter of the late Samuel and Nancy Miller. She located to the area as a young woman. Virginia worked as a waitress for many years. Later in life she was a devoted homemaker to her family. She was a member of the Scotia Seniors and attended Scotia United Methodist Church.
She was...
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Angela M. Cafferillo
June 22, 1954 - March 22, 2013
CLIFTON PARK – Angela M. Cafferillo, 58, passed away on Friday at Ellis Hospital, with her loving family at her side, after a very courageous battle with ovarian cancer.
Angela was born on June 22, 1954, a daughter of Theresa M. Pannone Cafferillo and the late Lawrence Cafferillo. She was a 1972 graduate of Linton High School. Angela attended Schenectady County Community College and began her...
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Anthony Tony Pallotolo
October 2, 1923 - March 21, 2013
SCHENECTADY- Anthony "Tony" Pallotolo, 89, entered into eternal rest on Thursday.
Tony was born in Schenectady, a son of the late Carmen and Angelina Rainone Pallotolo. He worked as a crane operator for the former ALCO Products for 27 years and then with the General Electric Company for 18 years retiring in 1988. Tony had a passion for music, which began as a young boy. He played the harmonica...
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Tina Bianchi
November 19, 1948 - March 17, 2013
Niskayuna – Elvira "Tina" Micieli Bianchi, 64, of Angelina Drive, died, surrounded by her loving family, at home on Sunday, March 17, 2013 after a brief illness.
Tina was born in Goshen, New York on November 19, 1948. She was the beloved daughter of Dolores "Dolly" Micieli and the late Victor J. Micieli of Walden, New York.
She is survived by her loving husband whom she married in 1972,...
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Elsie Perillo
July 15, 1918 - March 16, 2013
SCHENECTADY -Surrounded by her loving family, Elsie Perillo. 94 of Schenectady, passed away peacefully at the Teresian House on Saturday, March 16th.
Born on July 15, 1918 in Schenectady, Elsie was the daughter of Luigi DeMeo and Catherine (Famiano) DeMeo. She was predeceased by Joseph, her beloved husband of 56 years, her sisters Mary DeSarbo, Philamena Friguletto, Florence Tiscione, Rose...
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Leonard A Curzi
May 31, 1931 - March 12, 2013
CLIFTON PARK ~Leonard "Lalo" Curzi 81, of Clifton Park passed peacefully at home on Tuesday March 12, 2013, after a short illness.
He was born on May 31, 1931, in Schenectady, the son of the late Guglielmo and Amalia Curzi. Lalo was a 1950 graduate of Nott Terrace High School. He was a staff sergeant with the Air Force during the Korean War. Lalo was very proud of his service having enlisted...
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Virginia Anderson DeLuke
December 12, 1920 - March 10, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Virginia "Ginny" Dorothy DeLuke, died peacefully on Sunday, March 10, 2013.
She was born December 12, 1920 in Washington, VA. Ginny grew up between Henderson, NC and Emporia, VA. She moved to New York City to attend Columbia Presbyterian Nursing School and graduated with her R.N. degree in 1942. She was employed at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in the neurological unit....
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Frances McNamara Spada
April 23, 1920 - March 7, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Frances C. Spada, 92, entered peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Thursday at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
Frances was born in Schenectady on April 23, 1920. She was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School, and began working at Barney's, the former Maqua Company, then continued her employment with the General Electric Company as a reproductions and photo...
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Mary Varriale Pallante
November 30, 1911 - March 5, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Mary L." Marie" Pallante, 101, of Bradford St., entered into eternal rest on Tuesday at home with her daughter by her side.
Born in Schenectady on November 30, 1911, she was the daughter of the late Alfonso and Josephine Monzo Varriale. Mary was educated in Schenectady Schools. She worked throughout the years as a waitress at Carl Co., a housemother caretaker for Schenectady...
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Rose Colangelo Guely
February 18, 1916 - March 3, 2013
Rose Guely, nee Colangelo, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 3, at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center, Guilderland, with family by her side. She was 97 years old.
Rose was born in Pietragalla (Potenza), Italy to the late Donato Colangelo and the late Angela Maria DeBonis. In 1930, she immigrated to America with her family and settled in Schenectady. She worked as a seamstress at Wooltex in...
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Dolores Serapiglio Gonyea
February 6, 1927 - March 2, 2013
AYER, MA- Dolores M. Gonyea, 86, entered into the arms of the Lord on Saturday, March 2, 2013.
She was born in Schenectady on February 6, 1927 a daughter of the late Gaetano and Maria DiPace Serapiglio. She was a 1945 of Nott Terrace High School. Dolores worked at the Navy Depot in Scotia and then for the US Army, at Ft. Devens, MA retiring after many years of service.
Dolores was predeceased...
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Vivian Ferraro Zingoni
July 11, 1922 - March 1, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Vivian E. Zingoni, 90, entered into eternal rest on Friday at Ellis Hospital.
Vivian was born in Schenectady a daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine Morino Ferraro. She graduated from Nott Terrace High School and started her career with the General Electric Company, wiring turbines. Vivian retired after 40 years of dedicated service. She and her family were faithful...
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Nancy Burke Gannon Lee
November 21, 1922 - February 28, 2013
Schenectady - Nancy Gannon Lee died peacefully in her daughter's home in Schenectady on February 28th 2013, a couple of months after her 90th birthday.
Nancy was born on November 21, 1922 in Stamford, CT. Nancy was a great inspiration to her children and her students during her life. At age 42 Nancy completed her lifelong dream of becoming a teacher. She taught in various schools in the...
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Dilia Ramirez
February 27, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Dilia Ramirez passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, at age 97. She now rests with our Heavenly Father.
Dilia was born in Colombia, South America. She immigrated to the United States in 1958. Dilia lived her life with strength, dignity and love and shared those virtues with those surrounding her. She was a devoted homemaker, and loved gardening and baking.
She is...
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Laurie Anette Powers
December 6, 1950 - February 23, 2013
ROTTERDAM – Laurie A. Powers, 62, entered into eternal peace on Saturday after a brief battle with Pancreatic Cancer.
Laurie was born in Schenectady, the daughter of Rudy and Antoinette Valentino. She was a 1968 graduate of Linton High School, with proficient Stenographer skills. She worked for the Department of Taxation and Finance for ten years, before starting her 34 year long career with...
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Mark R. Nocera
January 28, 1967 - February 9, 2013
TAMPA BAY, FL – Mark R. Nocera, 46, passed away suddenly at home on Saturday, February 9, 2013.
Mark was born in Schenectady on January 28, 1967, a loving son of Ralph and Barbara Pucci Nocera. He graduated as a Deans List Student first from Merrimack College, in North Andover MA, receiving his BS in Civil Engineering and then from RPI in Troy, NY with his Masters in Environmental Engineering...
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Gail Campo Cieszynski
August 1, 1948 - February 9, 2013
ROTTERDAM – Gail Campo Cieszynski, born August 1, 1948, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer. Gail was born in Schenectady a daughter of the late Eugenio "Gene" and Shirley Campo. She worked as a clerk for the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance for over 30 years. She will be remembered as being loving and caring. She...
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Antoinette Ginger Wilson
February 8, 2013
SCHENTCTADY- Antoinette M. "Ginger" Wilson, 84, entered into eternal rest on Friday, February 8, 2013.
Ginger was born in South Schenectady, the daughter of the late Anthony and Onesta DeBartomeo Brandolino. She attended Jefferson School and Draper High School. She worked many years as a matron for the Schenectady School System. She was a life time member of the V.F.W 357 Auxiliary, holding...
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Edith Joyce St. John-DeCesare
February 2, 1919 - February 1, 2013
SCHENECTADY- The Lord has called our beloved mother home, Edith Joyce St. John- DeCesare, born February 2, 1919 passed on February 1, 2013, with the love and support of her family by her side.
Edith was born the daughter of the late Ralph and Concetta Vergine -St. John. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Jack DeCesare who she married on April 18, 1948, her siblings, Molly Sabatini,...
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Michelle Lynn Phelan
October 9, 1968 - January 25, 2013
Albuquerque, NM – Michelle Lynn Phelan, 44, made her peaceful journey home to the Lord on Friday January 25, 2013 at her residence after a sudden illness. Michelle was born in Albany on October 9, 1968 the oldest child of David and Jeanette Bilobran Phelan. She was a loving and lively spirited child. She attended local schools and was a 1986 graduate from Notre Dame-Bishop Gibbons High School....
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Rita Mangino
October 10, 1923 - January 16, 2013
SCHENECTADY- Rita Mangino, died peacefully on January 16, 2013 at the Ellis Health Center following a brief illness.
Rita was born Rita Patrignani on October 10, 1923 daughter of the late Enrico and Candida and married Jack Mangino in November 1947. She was a loving and devoted daughter, wife, mother and sister. Rita always had an eye for fashion. She shared her special talent for women's...
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Mary E. Mell Mennillo
August 27, 1920 - January 10, 2013
CHANDLER, AZ – Mary E. Mell Mennillo, 92, entered into eternal rest on Thursday at her residence in Arizona.
A daughter of immigrant parents, Andrew and Mary Rose Fiorentino, Mary was born August 27, 1920 in Schenectady. She was a 1939 graduate of Draper High School, and she received a degree in Secretarial Science from Mildred Elley Business School in 1940. Mary worked as an...
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Lewis J. Valentino
November 28, 1921 - January 10, 2013
SCHENECTADY – Lewis, J. Valentino, 91, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Thursday at his residence with his loving family at his side after a long illness.
Lewis was born and raised in the Goosehill neighborhood, a son of the late Dominick and Sperenza Mariello Valentino. He attended Oneida elementary school and was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School. He enlisted in the US...
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Martin A. Palkovic
November 27, 1925 - January 5, 2013
ROTTERDAM- Martin A. Palkovic, 85, passed peacefully in his sleep, Sunday at Ellis Hospital with his adoring daughter at his side.
Martin was born in Schenectady on November 9, 1927 a son of the late Vendelin and Theresa Stelik Palkovic. He attended local schools and was a 1945 graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School. Martin honorably served his country during WWII in the United States Army....
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Carmella Cannizzo Armstrong
November 27, 1925 - January 5, 2013
NISKAYUNA- Carmella B. Armstrong, 87, passed peacefully into eternal rest on Saturday at the Glendale Home.
Carmella, a daughter of the late Frank and Chloe Lyon Cannizzo was born and educated in Gloversville. She was a devoted homemaker to her husband and six children. Carmella was the office manager and business partner with her husband for many years at ERA Business Machines on Jay Street...
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CatherineAnn "Cathy" Patierno
November 3, 1960 - January 4, 2013
NISKAYUNA- CatherineAnn "Cathy" Patierno, 52, passed away at home on Friday with her loving family at her side after nine years as a cancer fighter. She now rests in eternal glory.
Cathy was born in Schenectady on November 3, 1960, the daughter of Catherine Truscello Patierno and the late Donald L. Patierno. She graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School and received her Bachelor's degree from...
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Charlotte C. Ody
September 7, 1949 - December 26, 2012
ROTTERDAM- Charlotte C. Ody, 63, entered into eternal peace on Wednesday at Ellis Hospital after a sudden illness.
Charlotte was born in Schenectady on September 7, 1949 a daughter of the late Charles and Christine Caracciolo Ody. She was an executive chef at Ody's Inn in The Hague and at Bella Italiano in Schenectady. She will be remembered as being loving and caring. She was a communicant...
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Ida Gardino
November 30, 1920 - December 22, 2012
SCHENECTADY- Ida Gardino, 92, of Sheridan Village, died on Saturday morning with her loving family at her side.
She was born in Schenectady on November 30, 1920 a daughter of the late Henry and Candida Gresta Patrignani.
Ida will be remembered as a devoted daughter, wife, sister and aunt.
She was predeceased by her husband Joseph 'George' Gardino and her first husband Raymond 'Red'...
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Frank T. Salvino
November 28, 1939 - December 20, 2012
SCHENECTADY- Frank T. Salvino, 73, passed away on Thursday at home surrounded by his adoring family, after a warriors battle with cancer. He has now gone into the arms of Mary and Jesus to his eternal rest.
Frank was born on November 28, 1939 a son of the late Raphael and Bernice Grigoleit Salvino. He was a 1958 graduate of Linton High School. Frank began working for the International Union...
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Virginia Grasso Samler
May 4, 1935 - December 15, 2012
NISKAYUNA – Virginia Grasso Samler, 77, formerly of Whitmyer Drive, entered into God's presence on Saturday at Kingsway Arms after a short illness.
Ginny was born in Schenectady, on May 4, 1935 a daughter of the late Salvin and Mary Schettine Grasso. She was a 1953 graduate of Nott Terrace High School. She was a Secretary for various companies including European Health Spa; GE Research &...
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Christianne Cummings
November 6, 1918 - November 21, 2012
SCHENECTADY –Christianne Cummings, 94, of Union Street died on Sunday at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
Christianne was born in St. Nazaire, France on November 6, 1918 and was the widow of John J. Cummings.
She is survived by her devoted sons, John and his wife Barbara Cummings and David Cummings; and a brother, Jean Gaillard.
Private Services were held on Wednesday at...
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Norman Roy Johnson
October 17, 1933 - November 21, 2012
SCOTIA –Norman Roy Johnson, 79, entered into the arms of the Lord on Wednesday, November 21st at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by his family and friends.
Norman was born in Lake Placid on October 17, 1933, a twin son of the late Jesse Roy and Agnes Peck Johnson. He was raised and educated in Schenectady. Norman enlisted in the US Air Force at the age of 19 and served ten years as a Crew Chief...
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Henry Hank Fulton, Jr.
November 22, 1946 - October 30, 2012
SCHENECTADY- Henry "Hank" Fulton, Jr., friend to all, was born into eternal life on Tuesday at home with his loving wife at his side.
Hank was born in Hudson, NY, the eldest of twelve children born to the late Henry and Anna Lee Bradshaw Fulton, Sr. He was a 1965 graduate of Hudson High School and enlisted in the United States Marines Corp, stationed in Vietnam until 1970. He served as a...
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Irma Violet Redmond Giardono
January 17, 1925 - October 26, 2012
SCHENECTADY- Irma Violet Redmond Giardono, 87, entered into eternal rest on Friday at the Diamond Hill Nursing Center.
Irma was born in Wilmington, NY a daughter of the late George and Susan Winch Redmond. She graduated from Lake Placid High School and located to Schenectady in 1942. Irma worked for the American Locomotive Company and then for the Laborers Local 157 Welfare Fund, retiring in...
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Gary John Neapolitano
October 1, 1942 - October 25, 2012
Gary John Neapolitano Saratoga LakeGary John Neapolitano of Saratoga Lake, and a former resident of Schenectady and Niskayuna, NY and Myrtle Beach, SC, died on Thursday, October 25 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, after a long illness. The beloved son of Gaetano (Tom) Neapolitano and Amelia (Amy) Pirro, he was born on October 1st, 1942 in the city of Schenectady, NY. Gary graduated from Linton...
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Edward G. Stella
October 20, 1926 - October 16, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Edward G. Stella, 85, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday after a long illness.
Ed was born on October 20, 1926 a son of the late Nicholas and Mary Stella. He graduated from Nott Terrace High School in 1944 and enlisted in the United States Army, serving with the 1st Command Squadron Air Forces in Japan. Ed started in career with the General Electric Company upon...
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Robert P. DeCann
November 23, 1952 - October 12, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Robert P. DeCann, 59, of Watt Street, died suddenly Friday evening at his home.
Bob was born on November 23, 1952 in Clifton Springs, NY a son of the late Robert and Paula Burditt DeCann. Bob worked in sales for a variety businesses. He was an avid fisherman and loved watching his NY Yankee's and playing cards.
Survivors include his two sons, RJ DeCann and Nicholas P. DeCann,...
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Adelia A Bucci
November 3, 1922 - October 11, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Adelia A. Bucci, 89, formerly of Park Place, entered into the Kingdom of the Lord on Thursday at St. Peter's Hospice Inn.
Ms. Bucci was born in Schenectady, a daughter of the late Antonio and Lucia Antinone Bucci. Adelia was a pioneer of her day, graduating in 1940 from Nott Terrace High School; Albany Teachers College in 1944 with a Bachelor's degree and in 1950 obtaining her...
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Albino Del Vecchio
August 22, 1930 - October 10, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Albino Del Vecchio, 82, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday at Ellis Hospital, after a recent illness.
Albino was born and educated in Caiazzo, CE, Italy on August 22, 1930, one of nine children of the late Francesco and Maria Antonia Cammarota Del Vecchio. He served in the Italian Military and worked as a dairy farmer. He made the courageous decision to leave Italy with his...
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Judith Falvo McClosky
September 6, 1923 - September 24, 2012
ROTTERDAM – Judith A. McClosky, 89, eternally joined her Lord on Monday at Ellis Hospital, after a recent admission.
Judy was born in Scranton PA, on September 6, 1923, a daughter of the late Nicholas and Rose Bianco Falvo. She was educated in Schenectady and was a licensed real estate agent in the states of New York and Florida. She and her husband Edward, owned and operated the Dari-Treet...
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Norma Delory Iannotti
March 24, 1930 - September 15, 2012
ROTTERDAM – Norma L. Iannotti, 82, entered into eternal rest on Saturday after a long illness.
Norma was born March 24, 1930 a daughter of the late Peter and Grace Eats Delory. She was a graduate of Draper High School and an employee of Central Markets/Price Chopper Supermarkets retiring in 1995 with 27 years of service. Norma was a spirited and loving woman devoted to her family and...
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Sally Ballone Ragozzino
August 2, 1945 - September 14, 2012
MERRITT ISLAND, FL – Sally Ballone Ragozzino, 67, formerly of Schenectady, entered into God's presence on Friday at her residence after a long illness.
Sally was born in Schenectady on August 2, 1945 a daughter of the late Louis and Tecla Bettini Ballone. She was a 1964 graduate of Linton High School. Sally lived locally and relocated to Florida in 1996.
She was predeceased by her...
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Tino Santoro, Sr.
September 6, 1936 - September 3, 2012
NISKAYUNA – Tino Santoro, Sr. 76, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2012.
Tino was born in Taormina, Sicily on September 6, 1936 the son of the late Alfio and Catena Santoro. He was educated in Sicily and came to the United States in 1956. Shortly after arriving in America, he met his wife Linda Popolizio Santoro and they were married in 1957.
Tino worked for General Electric and retired...
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Dominick 'Dick' Faraone
June 7, 1924 - August 25, 2012
SCHENECTADY- Dominick R. 'Dick' Faraone, 88, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord at home on Saturday morning.
Dick was born in Schenectady on June 7, 1924 a son of the late Louis and Carmella Marotta Faraone. He attended Nott Terrace High School and enlisted in the US Army. He served in Ardennes, Central Europe and Rhineland Battles and was honorably discharged in 1946. Dick worked for...
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Vera VanDerHyden Montone
October 30, 1928 - August 23, 2012
SCHENECTADY- Vera C. Montone, 83, formerly of Oneida Street, entered into eternal peace on Thursday at Pathways with her family by her side.
Vera was born in Schenectady, on October 30, 1928 a daughter of the late Ralph and Ella Atkins VanDerHyden. Vera was employed at Ellis Hospital as a supervisor retiring after 30 years of dedicated service. She was a lifelong communicant of Blessed Kateri...
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Philomena Bandy
August 18, 1911 - August 19, 2012
Philomena Bandy, passed away peacefuly on August 19, 2012 the day after her 101st. birthday.
For the past three years, she resided at Capstone, formerly Mt. Loretto Nursing Home in Amsterdam. A lifelong resident of Schenectady, Miss Bandy lived on Devine Street and will long be remembered for her pleasant dispositon and her kindness to animals.
Miss Bandy is survived by her sister...
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Mary Pezzano
September 29, 1923 - August 19, 2012
Schenectady- Mary Pezzano, 89, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Sunday August 19 at the Glendale Nursing Home.
Mary was born in Schenectady, on September 29, 1923 a daughter of the late James and Raffaela Cosenzia Pezzano. She was a life-long resident of Foster Avenue and then Edison Senior Apartments.
She was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School. She was a communicant of St....
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Alfred J. Derenske, Sr.
December 30, 1924 - August 10, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Alfred J. Derenske, Sr., 87, of Avenue B, went home to his Lord and entered eternal rest on Friday, August 10, 2012 at the Ellis Residential Center after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease.
Al was born in Amsterdam, NY, a son of the late Edward & Anna Dulczewski Derenske. He was a 1943 graduate of Wilbur H. Lynch High School. Following graduation, he was...
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Valerie Rybak Famiano
February 23, 1921 - August 1, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Valerie Rybak Famiano, 91, formerly of Mason Street, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday at the Glendale Home, with her daughter-in-law at her side.
Valerie was born February 23, 1921 in Schenectady, a daughter of the late Frank and Catherine Hiitter Rybak. She was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School. Valerie worked at the Wallace Co. and for ALCO, before starting her...
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Antoinette Santina Iorio Peck
July 1, 1935 - July 29, 2012
Schenectady - Antoinette Santina Iorio Peck , 77, passed away on July 29, 2012 with her loving family by her side.
She was born in Schenectady on July 1, 1935 , the daughter of the late Pietro and Maria Natale Iorio. She graduated from Nott Terrace High School class of 1953. She retired in 1996 after 25 years of service from Ellis Hospital. She was a communicant of St. Anthony's Church....
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Gloria DeSantis
March 23, 1922 - July 26, 2012
GLORIA DESANTIS
With heartfelt sadness, we announce the passing of our mother, Gloria DeSantis 90, of Schenectady on Thursday July 26th at Ellis Hospital.
Gloria was born at Ellis Hospital on March 23,1922 to the late Pat Volpicelli and Lena Miranda Volpicelli. She fought a long, courageous battle with deteriorating health issues from the effects of a major stroke in 2008.
Gloria was a...
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Americo 'Mid' Massaroni
May 10, 1928 - July 20, 2012
Americo Mid R. Massaroni, of Schenectady passed away after a long illness on Friday, July 20, 2012 surrounded by his loving family . Born in 1928, he was the son of the late Ignazio and Luisa (Papetti) Massaroni. Mid was raised in Schenectady and graduated from Nott Terrace High School. He joined the army in 1946 and served in post war Japan. After his discharge he came back to Schenectady to...
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Mary L. Santore DiCerbo
January 20, 1916 - July 18, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Mary L. Santore DiCerbo, 96, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday at the Glendale Home.
Mary was born on January 20, 1916 in Watervliet, a daughter of the late Pasquale and Angelina Notartvasio Santore. She attended Schenectady schools and aided the war effort, working at the Navy Depot during WWII. Mary worked as an office assistant for the General Electric Company. She was a...
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Victoria E. 'Vicky' Flory
July 7, 1913 - July 11, 2012
ROTTERDAM – Victoria E. "Vicky" Flory, 99, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Wednesday.
Vicky was born July 7, 1913 a daughter of the late Phillip and Josephine Pasquarella Eats. She attended local schools and worked a short time at the General Electric, before beginning her career at Millivac Instruments, Rotterdam, in 1955 where she made circuit boards and meters for the...
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David L. Reali
August 12, 1930 - July 10, 2012
SCHENECTADY – David L. Reali, 81, entered into eternal peace on Tuesday at his residence, with his loving family at his side.
David was born in Schenectady on August 12, 1930, a son of the late Edward and Vincenza Pannicia Reali. David attended St. Joseph's Academy and graduated at the age of 15. He received his Bachelors of Science degree in physics at 19 from Siena College. After honorably...
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Francis Cicci Marotta, Sr.
October 27, 1929 - June 28, 2012
GLENVILLE - Francis J. "Cicci" Marotta Sr., 82, of Glenville, died Thursday at home after a short illness.
Born in Scotia, Mr. Marotta was a 1947 graduate of Scotia-Glenville High School. He was a charter member of the 139th Fighter Group of the New York National Guard, now Stratton Air Base, serving for 8 years.
He worked for the Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation for 37 years, serving as a...
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Sadie 'Sally' Rush
May 4, 1912 - June 27, 2012
SCHENECTADY –Sadie 'Sally' Rush, formerly of Chrisler Ave, died Wednesday June 27, 2012 at The Avenue.
Sadie, the daughter of the late Jacob and Victoria Walkowiak was born and educated in Schenectady. She worked for the General Electric Company, retiring in 1967 after many years of dedicated service.
A special thank you to the staff at The Avenue for Sadie's care.
She was predeceased...
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Angela N. Wade
December 26, 1926 - June 27, 2012
GLENVILLE- Angela N. Wade, of Heritage Arms Apartments, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 27, 2012.
Angela was born on December 26, 1926, the daughter of Angelo and Felippa (Conti) Messina and raised by her foster parents Vincenzo and Nunziata Emmi. She was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School and a lifelong Schenectady resident. She was employed briefly at the General...
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The Reverend Father Anthony R. DeFranco
August 28, 1912 - June 24, 2012
SCHENECTADY – The Reverend Father Anthony R. DeFranco, 99, the beloved Pastor Emeritus of St. Anthony's Church, entered into Eternal Life on Sunday, June 24th at his residence at the Teresian House in Albany. He was but 2 months short of 100 years old.
He was born in Mormanno, Cosenza, Province of Calabria, Italy on August 28, 1912, the son of the late Joseph and Josephine Fortunato DeFranco....
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Timothy C. Woods
December 2, 1962 - June 15, 2012
Glenville - Timothy C. Woods 49, of Bellaire Drive, passed away peacefully Friday evening June 15, 2012 as a result of a motorcycle accident.
Tim was born in Schenectady on December 2, 1962 the youngest son of Thomas E. and Anna Mae Morelli Woods. He graduated from Linton High School, class of 1980. Tim worked for The Golub Corporation for 17 years and for the Niskayuna School District for the...
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Stephen J. Honicki
November 13, 1933 - June 9, 2012
GLENVILLE – Stephen J. Honicki, 78, passed away peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Saturday at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.
Steve was born in Hageman, NY on November 13, 1933 a son of the late Stefan and Frances Chojnowski Hojnicki. He was a member of the 1951 graduating class at Mt. Pleasant High School. Steve continued his education and received his Bachelor of...
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Robert Lee Newell, Sr.
May 24, 1928 - June 6, 2012
ROTTERDAM- Robert Lee Newell, Sr., 84, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday evening at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.
Robert was born May 24, 1928 in Oneonta, a son of the late Julian and Mary Ingalls Newell. He was educated in Oneonta and located to Schenectady with his family. He honorably served for his Country in the US Navy during the Korean War. Bob was a plumber...
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Jennie V. Meola
June 24, 1918 - June 3, 2012
BOCA RATON – Jennie Meola, loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 6th, at the Hospice by the Sea.
Jennie was born in Schenectady on June 24, 1918. She worked for Macy's for 15 years and was a lifetime member of St. Anthony's Church. After residing in Schenectady for 93 years, she had recently moved to Boca Raton, Florida. Her...
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Louise M. Bologna
February 11, 1946 - May 31, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Louise M. Bologna, 66, passed away on Thursday at Albany Medical Center, after a brief illness.
Louise was born February 11, 1946, in Schenectady, a daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret Wimette Bologna. She was a 1964 graduate of Notre Dame High School, received her Applied Science degree from SUNY Cobleskill and her Bachelors of Science degree in food service from RIT....
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Israel Vazquez
May 8, 1987 - May 28, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Israel Vazquez, 25, of Park Avenue, entered into the arms of the Lord on Monday at the Wintergreen Park in Canajoharie.
Israel was born in Yauco, PR on May 8, 1987, the son of Marcos Vazquez and Damaris Valez. He was educated and became a US Citizen. Israel had been employed at the MCI Global Industrues in Amsterdam. He was a kind and loving person. He always put others,...
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Amelia 'Molly' Cercone
May 27, 2012
GLENVILLE- Amelia 'Molly' Cercone, entered into eternal rest on Sunday at Ellis Hospital, after a short illness.
Molly was born in Schenectady a daughter of the late Joseph and Rose Isabella Caracciolo. She graduated from the former Nott Terrace High School and earned a degree from Spencer Business School. Molly worked for the Tax Compliance Division of NYS Department of Taxation & Finance,...
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Lenora Pezzano
October 3, 1928 - May 27, 2012
Schenectady- Lenora Pezzano, 83, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Sunday May 27 at the Glendale Nursing Home.
Lenora was born in Schenectady, on October 3, 1928 a daughter of the late James and Raffaela Cosenzia Pezzano. She was a life-long resident of Foster Avenue.
She was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School. She was a communicant of St. Anthony's Church, the former Holy...
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Constance C. Dagostino
April 13, 1941 - May 26, 2012
LAKE PLEASANT- Constance C. Dagostino, 71, entered into eternal rest on Saturday at Ellis Hospital with her loving family at her side.
Connie was born in Delanson on April 13, 1941 the daughter of the late Paul and Laura Scranton Panas. She graduated from Duanesburg Central School and attended Colona School of Beauty. Connie worked as a self-employed hairdresser for many years. Connie was...
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Pauline Corvino
June 12, 1923 - May 24, 2012
ROTTERDAM – Pauline DiCaprio Corvino, 88, passed away peacefully on Thursday at home, surrounded by her loving family after a long illness.
Pauline was born June 12, 1923 , in Schenectady a daughter of the late Joseph and Emerina Lippiello DiCaprio. She attended local schools and worked many years as a matron for the Schenectady City School District. She was a devoted homemaker and she...
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Pauline A. Pasquarella
April 1, 1917 - May 21, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Pauline A. Pasquarella, 95, formerly of Raymond Street, died May 21, 2012, at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center.
Pauline was born April 1, 1917, in Schenectady a daughter of the late Michael and Agnes Riccitello Malgiere. She was educated in Schenectady schools and graduated from the former Nott Terrace High School, class of 1935. She was employed as a waitress for Riccitello's...
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Catherine Savignano
June 24, 1913 - May 15, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Catherine L. Savignano, 98, entered into the arms of the Lord on Tuesday at the Ellis Residential and Rehabilitation Center.
Catherine was born in Amsterdam June 24, 1913 a daughter of the late Nicola and Carmella Bursese DiGennaro. She graduated from Amsterdam High School, an attended St. Joseph's School of Nursing in Paterson, NJ, graduating in 1936. Catherine worked at the...
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Joseph Conto
September 10, 1922 - May 11, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Joseph Conto, 89, of Foster Avenue, entered peacefully into heaven on Friday at Ellis Hospital.
Joseph was born in Bridgeport, CT, on September 10, 1922 a son of the late Carmino and Elizabeth Santoro Conto. The family moved to Schenectady and Joe was educated and raised in the Bellevue area. He enlisted in the United States Navy, and served on the USS Chester in the Pacific...
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Sr. Giulia Morzillo
January 27, 1938 - May 10, 2012
Grottaferrata, Italy – Sr. Giulia Morzillo, 74, entered into the arms of the Lord on May 10, 2012 at Villa De Sole Hospital in Rome, Italy, after a long illness.
Sr. Giulia was born in Moiano, Benevento, Italy on January 27, 1938 a daughter of the late Nicola and Alfonsina Morzillo. At the age of 14 she entered her holy life with the Order of San Vincenzo Pallotti in Rome Italy. She served...
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Susan H. Page
August 15, 1917 - May 4, 2012
ITHACA - Susan H. Page, 94, formerly of Schenectady and Argyle,NY passed away peacefully on Friday May 4,2012 at Oakhill Manor Nursing Home in Ithaca,NY.
Susan was born in Schenectady and moved to Argyle with her husband to establish Page's Market.
After the death of her husband Anthony Page in 1958, Susan and her son Robert continued to operate Page's Market . In 1969, Susan sold the...
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Mark S. Catroppa
March 31, 1955 - May 4, 2012
ROTTERDAM – Mark S. Catroppa, 57, of St Jude Drive, died suddenly Friday at Ellis Hospital, after being stricken.
Mark was born in Schenectady on March 31, 1955, son of the late Roy and Mary Terrenzio Catroppa. He was a graduate of St Luke's School; Mt Pleasant High School and received an associate's degree in accounting from Hudson Valley Community College.
After graduating he went to...
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Richard F. Hotaling
April 4, 1932 - May 1, 2012
ALBANY – Richard F. Hotaling, 80, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at Columbia Hospital.
Richard was born in Albany on April 4, 1932 a son of the late William and Emma DeForge Hotaling. He attended St. Ann's Academy and honorably served in the Unite State Army during the Korean War from 1950 to 195 receiving the Korean Service Medal with four bronze service stars and...
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Robert M. Pidgeon
February 27, 1952 - April 19, 2012
CLIFTON PARK – Robert M. Pidgeon, 60, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 19, at his home after a brief illness with his wife at his side.
Bob was born on February 27, 1952 in Schenectady, a son of Carmela (Iorio) Pidgeon and the late Anthony Pidgeon. He was a 1970 graduate of Draper High School and received a Bachelor's degree from Empire State College.
He started his long and...
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Vincenza 'Vin' Esposito
March 1, 1915 - April 11, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Vincenza 'Vin' Esposito, 97, entered into eternal peace on Wednesday at the Baptist Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Vin was born on March 1, 1915, a daughter of the late Francesco and Rosalia Caracciolo. She graduated from Schenectady High School and worked for the American Laundry and Central Market. She married the late Louis Esposito in September 1937 and together they...
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Mary Carrieri Sabatini
June 8, 1920 - March 20, 2012
ROTTERDAM- Mary T. Sabatini, 91, entered peacefully into the arms of the Lord at the Baptist Health, Nursing & Rehabilitation Center on Tuesday with family at her side.
Mary was born in Howe's Cave, NY a daughter of the late Louis and Maria Mastrandea Carrieri. She lived in Jessup, PA and relocated with her family to Schenectady in 1927. Mary graduated from Mont Pleasant High School and worked...
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Pasquale Patsy DiLorenzo
April 5, 1943 - March 16, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Pasquale S. DiLorenzo, 68, of Front Street, entered into eternal rest on Thursday at Albany Medical Center, succumbing to injuries he sustained when he was hit by a car while out jogging.
Pat was born in Schenectady on April 5, 1943, a son of the late Anthony and Anna DellaVilla DiLorenzo. He was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School and retired in 2002 after 42 years of...
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Louise L. Bunome
March 12, 1931 - March 15, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Louise L. Buonome, 81 entered into eternal rest on Thursday at St. Peter's Hospital surrounded by her loving family.
Louise was born on March 12, 1931, a daughter of the late Constantine and Santina Cashera Rotundo. She was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School. Louise worked for the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance, retiring after 25 years of devoted service from the...
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James F. Kingsland
September 3, 1937 - March 15, 2012
GLENVILLE – James F. Kingsland, 74, died Thursday morning at his residence with his loving sister and son by his side.
Jim was born in Niskayuna on September 3, 1937, a son of the late Merrill and Theresa Bourdeau Kingsland. He attended Nott Terrace High school and served as a fireman in the military. Jim was a master carpenter and lived for over 40 years in Okeechobee, Florida, he returned...
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Timothy J. Bates
April 5, 1961 - March 14, 2012
SCHENECTADY – Timothy J. Bates, 50, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday at Ellis Hospital after a brief illness.
Tim was born in Schenectady on April 5, 1961, the son of Patricia A. Clark and the late Thomas F. Bates. He was a 1979 graduate of Linton High School and attended SUNY at Cortland. He honorably served in the US Marine Corps in Okinawa. He had a passion for food and...
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Nicholas S. Sorrentino
May 28, 1930 - March 9, 2012
NISKAYUNA – Nicholas S. Sorrentino, 81, entered into eternal rest on Friday after a long illness.
Nicholas was born May 28, 1930, a son of the late Ralph and Jennie Russo Sorrentino. He was a 1949 graduate of the former Nott Terrace High School. Nick honorably served his Country in the US Navy aboard the USS Newport News. He worked and retired from the General Electric, gas turbine division....
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Joseph Torre
March 5, 2012
SCHENECTADY- Joseph Torre, 100, formerly of Schenectady, entered into rest on Monday surrounded by his loving family.
Joe was born in Schenectady a son of the late Nicola and Angela Torre of Sicily, Italy. Joe was raised in Castroreale, Sicily, where at the age of 8 started barber training from a neighbor barber. He relocated to Schenectady and for over 67 years, owned and operated Joe's...
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