Salma R. Assemany
Mar 4, 2026
COLONIE -
Dr. Salma Regina Sawabini Assemany, 90, of Colonie, passed away on March 4, 2026. Salma was born on May 18, 1935, to Hassib Assemany and Carlota Sawabini in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. The oldest of five children, she graduated from Colegio Nossa Senhora das Merces founded by Ursuline nuns. She received her medical degree in 1958, from the Escola Bahiana...
Eileen R. Davis
Feb 27, 2026
NISKAYUNA –
Eileen R. Davis, Niskayuna, died February 27, 2026. She was born in Albany, NY to the late Edward E. Davis and Dorothy (Brady) Davis.
Predeceased by brother Michael Davis, she is survived by: sisters Lynda Davis, Glenville and Patty Goodwin, Schenectady; nephew Matthew Goodwin, Latham, his son Theodore Goodwin and JayDon Jones.
Arrangements, per Eileen’s directive, are private through Simple Choices,...
John Logan
Feb 27, 2026
STILLWATER –
John Logan, 72, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, February 27, 2026, with his wife and sons by his side. He had been living with end-stage renal failure and passed from a heart attack.
John was born on August 20, 1953, in Syracuse, New York, to Roselyn M. Logan and Clair E. Logan. He built his life around...
William G. Reinecke, III
Feb 25, 2026
WESTERLO –
We mourn the loss of William G. Reinecke, III, of Westerlo, NY. Born to Irma (Slefka) Reinecke and William G. Reinecke, Jr on June 4, 1946.
During his working years, Bill was employed by both Henkel and Stiefel Labs.
Bill’s main objective on his journey in life, was to make those whom he came in contact with smile, laugh and feel...
Garry Gallimore
Feb 22, 2026
TROY -
Garry Gallimore, 80, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on January 18, 1946, in Myra, West Virginia, Garry later made his home in Troy, New York, where he met and married Nancy DeWalt. Together they welcomed their daughter, Amanda, who remained the pride of his life.
Garry was predeceased by his parents,...
Betty Gail Allard Murphy
Feb 21, 2026
SCHENECTADY –
Betty Allard Murphy, 84, of Schenectady, died on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
Betty was born on October 5, 1941, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the daughter of the late Hazel Howe and Clifford Thesenvitz.
She married Robert Allard of Green Island, NY in 1960 and they returned to New York to raise their family in Green Island and Ballston Spa.
Betty began...
David H. Fowler
Feb 20, 2026
REXFORD –
David H. Fowler, 71, of Rexford, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, February 20, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born in Schenectady, David was the son of the late Bernard H. Fowler and Theresa Rising.
A lifelong resident of the Schenectady and Rexford areas, he dedicated his professional life to his craft as a mechanic. Straight...
Joan Carol Vance
Feb 19, 2026
QUEENSBURY —
Mrs. Joan Carol Vance, 79, a lifelong resident of the North Country (including: Glens Falls, Queensbury and the Saratoga area), passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026.
Born on November 26, 1946, in Glens Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Glenn Walter Wood and Olive (Normandin) Wood. Joan was a proud graduate of Glens Falls High School...
Lorene Kay Lederer-Gist
Feb 17, 2026
SCHENECTADY –
Lorene Kay Lederer-Gist, aged 83, passed away peacefully at her home in Schenectady, New York, on February 17, 2026.
Born in Schenectady to the late Edwin H. and Doris E. (Lane) Lederer, Lorene spent much of her life in Syracuse before returning to her birthplace.
A woman of profound faith and intellect, Lorene graduated from Houghton College. She dedicated her professional...
James Jay Reilly
Feb 17, 2026
EAST GREENBUSH –
James Jay Reilly, known to many as “J.J.,” a lifelong resident of East Greenbush, New York, passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of 42. Born at St. Peter’s Hospital to Jay and Patricia Reilly (Colvin), James was a man deeply rooted in his community and his heritage.
A proud graduate of LaSalle Institute, James channeled his...
Patricia A. Fitzgerald
Feb 17, 2026
VALATIE –
Patricia A. Fitzgerald, aged 75, of Valatie and formerly of Schenectady, entered into eternal rest on February 17, 2026. Born in Corinth, New York, she was the beloved daughter of the late Franklin Cowles and Blanche Ovitt Cowles.
A woman of character and independence, Patricia was known for her contagious smile, her spirited laugh, and her steadfast commitment to living...
Gwenn Ann Saylors (Doty)
Feb 17, 2026
GLENS FALLS –
Gwenn Ann Saylors (Doty), 59, of Glens Falls, New York, passed away on February 17, 2026, in her hometown.
Born on April 17, 1966, in Glens Falls, Gwenn lived a life full of love, strength, and creativity that touched the hearts of those around her. Gwenn proudly served her country in the United States Air Force for two and...
John A. Chalmers
Feb 17, 2026
MIDDLE GROVE -
John A. Chalmers, age 80, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026, at his home in Middle Grove, New York, after a brief illness.
Born on March 10, 1945, in Port Chester, New York, to George John and Helen Bassi, John lived a life centered on his family. He was a loving husband and father whose greatest joy came...
Stacey Ann Harrje
Feb 15, 2026
CHESTERTOWN –
Stacey Ann Harrje of Chestertown passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026 at the Gateway House of Peace in Ballston Spa, NY following a January diagnosis of glioblastoma.
Stacey was a loving wife, mother, sister, friend, and educator. She enjoyed making her home a welcoming place by cooking delicious meals and beautifully decorating for every holiday. She loved with a...
William A. Ericsen
Feb 14, 2026
SCHAGHTICOKE -
It is with deep sadness that the family of William Ericsen announces his passing. Bill died Saturday, February 14, 2026 at St. Peter’s Hospital after a brief illness.
He is survived by his wife, Kathleen, his daughter Heather (Sal) Piparo, and his granddaughter, Emily. He is also survived by his brother, David (Lynn) Ericsen, his sister, Toni (George) Mero and...
Brian D. Plue
Feb 14, 2026
SCHENECTADY –
Brian D. Plue passed away surrounded by the love of his family on Saturday, February 14, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of laughter and warmth.
He was a graduate of Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School and the State University of New York at Cortland. An enthusiastic athlete, Brian played soccer and baseball, later continuing his love of the game with...
Lynne O'Neill
Feb 14, 2026
HAGAMAN –
Lynne O'Neill, 71, passed away following a long illness at her daughter's home in Hagaman, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday, February 14th, 2026.
Lynne was born on October 4th, 1954 at St. Mary's Hospital, Amsterdam, to the late Shirley Partridge, and lived most of her life in Amsterdam, until retiring to Waterloo, South Carolina in 2018.
Lynne spent many...
Sandra "Sandy" Lee Fain
Feb 14, 2026
ROTTERDAM –
Sandra "Sandy" Lee Fain, 71, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, surrounded by her family and friends.
Sandra was born in Schenectady, New York on November 14, 1954, to Raymer and Elizabeth Dean. Sandy attended Mohonasen High School in Rotterdam, NY. Sandy was a longtime employee of the Kesselring Site in West Milton, NY, where she was one of...
Lorraine Wilson
Feb 13, 2026
CLIFTON PARK –
Lorraine Wilson, 90, of Clifton Park, entered into eternal rest on February 13, 2026, at Wesley Community Care. Born in Albany, New York, she was a woman of profound grace and dedication to her loved ones.
She was predeceased by her beloved husbands, Marvin Wilson and DJ Purdy; her children, Marvin Wilson Jr. and Robin Wilson; as well as...
Jean S. Tann
Feb 13, 2026
ALBANY -
Jean Sylvia Tann passed away on February 13, 2026 in Albany, NY at age 90.
Youngest daughter of the late Elliott and Kathleen (Turner) Tann.
Jean (known as JT) was pre-deceased by Shirley Warren, her long-time friend and companion of many years.
Jean was pre-deceased by her siblings Curtis (Ethel), James (Rosemary), Carrie (John) and Kathleen (William). Survivors include nephews, Martin Tann...
