Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Delmar, New York
Helen "Nitsa" Thomas
Sep 20, 2024
Helen “Nitsa” Thomas, residing in Glenmont, NY, passed peacefully on September 20, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Helen was born on December 9, 1929, in Volos, Greece, to Andreas and Athena Foroulis. The youngest of four and only girl she was doted on by her three older brothers. She grew up in Volos surviving the premature death of her mother...
Richard Cyril Radko
Sep 20, 2024
Richard Cyril Radko passed away at home with his family on September 20, 2024, after a long illness. He was 78 years old. Rich was born and raised in Yonkers, NY, the son of Cyril Radko and Mary Haraschak. He loved his hometown, and remained close with his childhood friends throughout his life.
Rich served with the US Army in Vietnam...
James C. Smith
Sep 17, 2024
James C. Smith of Delmar, 75, passed away peacefully on Sept 17, 2024 after a prolonged illness. He was born Feb 06, 1949 in Lowell, MA to James C. Smith Jr. and Mary McNamara Smith. The family returned to Albany when he was 4 years old. He attended Our Lady of Angels, Vincentian Institute (‘66) and graduated from Siena College...
John David Moser
Sep 16, 2024
John David Moser, 83, of Delmar, NY passed away on Monday, September 16, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.
John is survived by his wife, Lynda Spielman, daughters Holly Congiusta (Frank) of Latham and Katherine Hughes (John) of Hyde Park, and grandchildren Elizabeth Grace, Francesco and Robert Congiusta as well as brother William (Ellen) of Goodyear, AZ and many brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws,...
Elaine R. Parker
Sep 15, 2024
Elaine Richey Parker 99 of Frederick, MD, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 15, 2024 at Somerford Assisted Living.
Born on July 15, 1925 in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of James Richey and Jane Cox Richey.
She was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 67 years, Russell L. Parker, her son Douglas Parker, and...
Tom D. Birdsey
Sep 7, 2024
Tom Dwight Birdsey passed away peacefully following brief hospice care at his New Scotland home on Saturday, September 7th, surrounded by family. Tom was a beloved husband, father and brother; a prominent Capital Region business leader, and a mentor to those in the fields of architecture and engineering. His loss will be felt by many, and his professional legacy will...
Marti McSharry
Sep 6, 2024
Marti McSharry, a warm and gracious spirit, was born on February 2, 1940, in Columbia, Tennessee. Her life came to a close at home on September 6, 2024, after a brief illness, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and an enduring love for her family and community.
A trailblazer in her own right, Marti was one of only two women from...
Yvonne M. Simpson
Sep 2, 2024
Albany NY- Yvonne M. Simpson “Mimi”, 86 of Albany passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, September 2, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Jack and Lura Ruland McCarthy.
She was born in Brooklyn on March 19, 1938. She met the love of her life and future husband Gordon Simpson after they were set up...
Andrew "Drew" Kendrick
Aug 30, 2024
It is with great sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved brother, Andrew “Drew” John Kendrick, of Delmar, New York, at the age of 64.
Drew was born on September 30, 1959, in Albany, New York, to Carroll “Pat” Joseph Kendrick, Jr., and Anne B. Kendrick. He attended Bethlehem Central schools.
Growing up, Drew loved spending summer weekends at...
Richard C. Merges
Aug 28, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of (Dick) Richard Clark Merges (85), a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend, who departed this world peacefully on August 28, 2024. Born in Albany on July 19, 1939, he was the second of five sons of the late Frank J. and Ann (Clark) Merges. He was a graduate of the...
William Frederick Drew
Aug 25, 2024
William Frederick Drew, fondly known as Bill, graced this world with vibrant spirit on December 11, 1947, in Albany, New York. He departed this life on August 25, 2024, leaving a legacy woven from hard work, devotion, and an everlasting love for family and music.
Bill’s childhood was shaped by his father’s Coast Guard career, splitting his time between Long Island...
Paulette P. Chadraoui
Aug 25, 2024
Paulette Chadraoui, 66, of Albany, NY, known as “Coco” by her family, passed away peacefully at home on August 25, 2024, after a short battle with liver cancer.Paulette was born Clementine Mawad, the oldest of 5 children, on August 12, 1958 to the late Robert and Theresa Mawad in Zgharta, Lebanon. She moved to the US with her family at...
Eleanor J. Bolduc
Aug 22, 2024
Eleanor J. Bolduc, born on December 17, 1923, in Troy, New York, passed away on August 22, 2024, at Eddy Village Green in Slingerlands, New York. A woman of remarkable talent and unwavering dedication to her family, Eleanor's legacy will be cherished by all who knew her.
Eleanor spent her early years moving to Canton, New York, at the age of...
Bernice B. Norman
Aug 19, 2024
Bernice "Bea" Norman, 97, of Delmar, NY passed away August 19, 2024 at Albany Medical Center, surrounded by members of her loving family.
Bea was born March 15, 1927 in Yonkers, NY to Sidney and Harriet (Cohen) Berney. She was the youngest of four children, all daughters. They grew up in Crestwood, NY, and graduated from Roosevelt HS. Bea would remain...
Gary Eugene VanAlstyne
Aug 16, 2024
CLARKSVILLE - Gary Eugene VanAlstyne, born on November 25, 1959, in Catskill, NY, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024, in Albany, NY. He is remembered fondly as a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend, whose impact on those around him was profound.
Gary had a fulfilling career as a tractor trailer driver for the Golub Corporation. He was also a...
Patricia Y. Burnett
Aug 16, 2024
Patricia Yvonne Burnett, 91, entered eternal life on Friday, August 16, 2024.
She was born to Leonard and Gladys (Tuttle) Shultes on May 8, 1933 in Albany, NY and grew up on the family farm in Delmar with her five siblings. Patricia was a long time member of the Unionville Reformed Church. On October 1974, she married John "Jack" Burnett in...
Joseph M. Brennan
Aug 11, 2024
Joseph Michael Brennan, beloved father, passed away on August 11, 2024, in the care of his loving daughters and sons.
Born August 21, 1945, son of Mary Louise Brennan and James E. Brennan, Jr., Joseph graduated Shaker High School class of 1963 and Colgate University class of 1967. Joseph went on to graduate Albany Law School class of 1970 and began...
Clarence "Khaki" Markel
Aug 9, 2024
Clarence "Khaki" Markel, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 96 on August 9, 2024, surrounded by his loving family in Selkirk, NY. Born on July 27, 1928, in Cobleskill, NY, Clarence led a remarkable life filled with love, laughter, and memories.
Clarence, fondly known as "Khaki," proudly served in the US Navy during WWII,...
Michael V. Ferraro
Aug 3, 2024
Michael Vincent Ferraro, age 45 of Wynantskill, NY, died on Saturday August 3 very suddenly and unexpectedly while vacationing with his family. Michael was known simply as Mike, ‘Raro, and when in trouble with his mom, his full legal name.
Mike was born in Syracuse, NY on February 14, 1979 to Vincent and Elizabeth Ferraro. Mike was the younger brother of...
Mary McKee Mantaro
Jul 30, 2024
Mary Helen McKee Mantaro, formerly of Delmar, New York, passed away on July 30th after suffering with Alzheimer’s disease for many years. She grew up in Syracuse, New York, spending summers on Owasco Lake. She attended St. Mary’s Academy in Los Angeles, California, then moved back east to attend Le Moyne College, graduating in 1959. At Le Moyne, she met...
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