Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Troy, New York

The obituaries in the Troy area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of New York's history and identity.

Richard Douglas James Fuller

Richard Douglas James Fuller

Oct 14, 2026

Richard Douglas James Fuller

Schenectady - Richard died at home in the company of his loved ones after being diagnosed with multiple cancers of unknown origin.

A stubborn man, much like the rest of his family. Despite being sick, he refused to slow down up until the end. Showing much love and excitement to his granddaughter Ophelia, playing keyboard and doing the...

Kimberly A. LaChance

Kimberly A. LaChance

Oct 10, 2026

Kimberly A. LaChance (Joslin) of Troy,NY passed away on Saturday, October10, 2026 at Riverside Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Castleton, NY. 

Born in Troy,NY, she was the daughter of Mary Therese Shagalski and James W Joslin. She is survived by her very loyal husband of 30 years Robert J. LaChance. 

Kim worked at various jobs including crossing guard in Troy, NY...

Eileen L. Neville

Eileen L. Neville

Oct 4, 2026

Eileen L. Neville passed away at age 90 on Sunday, October 4, at her daughter’s home in Troy, NY, following a valiant battle with Lewy body disease. She was predeceased by her former husband and lifelong friend, Matthew P. Fitzgerald; her mother, Kathleen McNevin Neville Cain; her uncle Edward McNevin; her stepfather Franklin Cain; and her father Thomas Neville. 

She is...

Richard Galkiewicz

Richard Galkiewicz

Sep 27, 2026

Richard Galkiewicz, a proud Navy veteran and dedicated family man, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2026 at the age of 96.

Born in Schenectady, New York, Richard was one of eight children born to Amelia and John Galkiewicz. At the young age of 17, Richard enlisted in the United States Navy, where he earned his GED and trained as an...

Richard F. Donah

Richard F. Donah

Sep 24, 2026

Richard F Donah, formerly of Schaghticoke, NY, died peacefully at home in Troy, NY on September 24, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Marilyn Mercier Donah.

Born to Richard J and Marie (Myers) Donah, Dick grew up in Plattsburgh, NY and graduated from Mount Assumption Institute and SUNY Plattsburgh.  He taught American history at Hoosic Valley Central School in Schaghticoke,...

Joanne Wallace Fahrenkopf

Joanne Wallace Fahrenkopf

Sep 17, 2026

Joanne Berschwinger Wallace Fahrenkopf passed away peacefully on September 17th after a long illness. 

Joanne was raised in Voorheesville, the daughter of Richard and Yvonne Berschwinger and was a graduate of Voorheesville High school. 

She joined the USAF where she met her first husband Steve Wallace. They lived in California for 20 years. She later moved back to the Albany area with...

Carolyn D. St. Gelais

Carolyn D. St. Gelais

Sep 16, 2026

Saratoga, NY

Carolyn D. St.Gelais, 79, passed away on September 16, 2026, at Saratoga Hospital. Born in Troy, N.Y. on July 16, 1947, she was the cherished daughter of the late Daniel P. and Florence (Prouty) Whinnery. Carolyn grew up in Cohoes and graduated from Cohoes High School. Throughout her life she resided in Clifton Park and Mechanicville. 

Carolyn dedicated years of...

Jonathan Edward Kozel

Jonathan Edward Kozel

Sep 15, 2026

Jonathan Kozel passed away peacefully on September 15, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. 

Born on March 15, 1956, Jon lived a life devoted to family, hard work, and community.

The son of Edward and Barbara Kozel, Jon dedicated his career to the family business, Meadowgreens, where he found a true passion for maintaining the golf course and its...

Brian Keith Casler, Sr.

Brian Keith Casler, Sr.

Sep 12, 2026

Saratoga Springs, NY – Brian Keith Casler Sr., 62, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving sons.

Born May 5, 1964 in Ravena, NY to Robert and the late Helen (Guyer) Casler, Brian was the youngest of four children.

A homebody with a passion for mechanics and nostalgia, Brian was an "Antiques Road Show on...

Susan L. Crounse

Susan L. Crounse

Sep 11, 2026

Susan Crounse

1955 - 2026

Susan L. Crounse, 71, of Saratoga passed after a long battle with cancer on September 11, 2026, at Saratoga Hospital in Saratoga Springs, NY, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on May 28, 1955 in Kingston NY, daughter of late Joseph and Agnes (Shekus) Straub.

She will be remembered as passionate and spirited, and as someone who...

Linda M. Linsley

Linda M. Linsley

Sep 6, 2026

Linda Linsley

TROY – Linda Linsley, 78, of Troy, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2026, at Eddy Heritage House. Born in Albany on July 24, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Thomas W. Crosby, Jr. and Ruth L. (Teeling) Crosby. 

Linda grew up in Berne and attended Berne-Knox-Westerlo Central School, later making her home in Albany and Troy.  For...

Joann Youngs

Joann Youngs

Sep 6, 2026

Joann Youngs April 28, 1958 – September 6, 2026

Joann Youngs, 68, of Queensbury New York, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2026, at Glens Falls Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.

Joann was born on April 28, 1958, in Amsterdam, New York. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend whose greatest joy in life was her family. Family was...

Margaret "Peggy" Polenberg

Margaret "Peggy" Polenberg

Sep 4, 2026

Peggy Polenberg, 77, whose unmistakable laugh and instinct for connecting people followed her through a life in comedy, philanthropy, business and public service, died September 4, 2026, at home in Hudson, N.Y.

Peggy spent the 1980s at Caroline’s Comedy Club, working in publicity and talent booking during a formative period in New York comedy. Behind the scenes, she worked with comedians,...

Diane Nita DesBois

Diane Nita DesBois

Sep 4, 2026

On September 4, 2026, Dee (Diane) DesBois of North Ft. Myers, FL passed away at her daughter's home in Glenville, NY. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior. We can only imagine what you saw when you found yourself surrounded by his peace and glory! We do know that daddy, Wesley DesBois met you as you entered...

Robert DeWitt Choppy

Robert DeWitt Choppy

Sep 3, 2026

Robert D. Choppy, 83 passed away peacefully at his residence in Averill Park on September 3, 2026.

Born to the late Phyllis and Patrick J. Choppy. Bob was the beloved husband of Margaret "Peg" Choppy. 

He dedicated 33 years of his career to Southworth Caterpillar, where he worked as a Master Mechanic. Bob took great pride in his work in the many...

Peter David Hobert

Peter David Hobert

Sep 3, 2026

Peter David “Chip” Hobert, 56, of Castleton, New York, died on September 3, 2026, following a medical emergency.

Chip was born June 9, 1970, in Landstuhl, Germany, the son of Peter and Susan (Bourlon) Hobert. After spending several of his early years in Phoenix, Arizona, his family returned to Schodack in 1980, and it remained his home for the rest of...

Donald Ralph Turner, Jr.

Donald Ralph Turner, Jr.

Sep 3, 2026

Donald TurnerDecember 21, 1968 – September 3, 2026

​Donald “Donnie” Ralph Turner, 57, of Troy, NY, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Samaritan Hospital in Troy.

​Donnie was born to Vivian (Flavin)Tomaski. He had a healthy childhood, but began a lifelong battle with mental illness in his early 20s. He was often misunderstood by those around him and his struggles...

Craig Donald Mulyca

Craig Donald Mulyca

Aug 27, 2026



Craig Donald Mulyca of Rotterdam, NY, aged 48, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Schenectady, NY. Born in Schenectady, NY, on January 22, 1978, to William Donald Mulyca and Margaret Janet (Price) Mulyca. Craig grew up in Charlton, NY, and was a graduate of Burnt Hills Ballston Lake High School.

After High School, Craig went out to Arizona to...

Michael "Mickey" Izzo

Michael "Mickey" Izzo

Aug 22, 2026

Michael “Mickey” Izzo LANSINGBURGH, NY – Michael “Mickey” (Eates) Izzo, 90, of Lansingburgh, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Born in Troy, he was the son of the late Anthony Izzo and Margaret (Giordano) Izzo. He grew up in Troy and was a graduate of Troy High School.

Mickey spent 40 years working in the mail room at the Rensselaer...

Zoila Ivonne Jackson

Zoila Ivonne Jackson

Aug 21, 2026

In Loving Memory of Zoila Jackson

Zoila Jackson, 43, fought each day for one more minute—to love her children, to watch them grow, and to make as many memories with them as she could. She faced every challenge with determination, strength, energy, and an unwavering love for her family. When her body could no longer do all the things her heart...

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