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...
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...
MaryAnne O'Connell
Feb 12, 2026
WYNANTSKILL -
MaryAnne (Benoit) O’Connell, aged 86, of Wynantskill and formerly of West Sand Lake, New York, peacefully entered into eternal rest on February 12, 2026, in Wynantskill.
Born in Troy, New York, she was the beloved daughter of the late Leon and Mary Benoit. Raised in Watervliet, MaryAnne was a proud graduate of the Watervliet High School Class of 1958. On...
JoAnn Elizabeth Bratge-Lockrow
Feb 12, 2026
BALLSTON SPA –
JoAnn Elizabeth Bratge-Lockrow, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, friend, and devoted caretaker, passed away unexpectedly on February 12, 2026, surrounded by family and loved ones.
JoAnn Elizabeth Bratge was born on June 23, 1965, in Saratoga Springs, New York, and grew up in Schuylerville, New York, where she graduated from Schuylerville High School in 1983. She later earned her...
Virginia J. Murphy
Feb 10, 2026
EAST GREENBUSH –
Virginia J. Murphy, 94, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, left this world on February 10, 2026 to enjoy eternal life with our Lord.
Virginia was born on December 16, 1931 in New York City. She married Arthur J. Murphy in 1950. The Murphys had three sons: Arthur, Jr., Anthony, and Edward. She was an ardent believer in the value...
Giovanni A. Law-D'Angelo
Feb 10, 2026
SHARON SPRINGS –
Giovanni A. Law-D’Angelo, aged 19, of Sharon Springs, New York, passed away unexpectedly at his home on February 10, 2026. In this time of profound loss, his family finds comfort in the assurance that Giovanni is safely in Heaven, cradled in the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Born on July 4, 2006, in Schenectady, Giovanni was...
Yvonne Berschwinger
Feb 9, 2026
ALTAMONT -
Yvonne's soul left peacefully on the evening of Feb 9, 2026 with her daughters by her side, holding her hands.
She was predeceased by her loving husband of 66 years Richard (Dick).
Yvonne was a life well lived, full of family, friends, her home, gardening, sewing, and travel. She was proud of her RN degree and worked at many health care...
John Frederick Schenck, MD PhD
Feb 8, 2026
SCHENECTADY—
John F. Schenck, M.D., Ph.D., a physicist, research scientist and physician, whose work on high-field Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) revolutionized modern medicine, passed away on Feb. 8, 2026. He died at home in Voorheesville, NY, after a long illness. He was the central figure in the development of the first clinically viable 1.5 Tesla MRI scanner for General Electric, a...
Susan Lindgren Sullivan
Feb 6, 2026
ALBANY –
The angels guided her into heaven in the willow hour. Susan Sullivan, 71, born November 2, 1954, who was affectionally called swedey by her husband, departed February 5, 2026 after a brief but nagging illness. She was the loving daughter of the late Edwin Lindgren and Margaret Austin Lindgren. She grew up in Latham and was a graduate of...
Samuel Rowan Lopez
Feb 3, 2026
TROY –
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Samuel Rowan Lopez, who departed this life on February 3, 2026, at the age of 1.
Born on January 21, 2025, Samuel brought an abundance of joy and light to all who knew him during his brief but meaningful time with us.
Affectionately known as "Ham Ham," Samuel was a...
Mona (Guay) McQuillen
Feb 2, 2026
SELKIRK –
Daughter of Madeline (Genazzi) Guay and Paul Guay. Predeceased by her daughter, Erica Romanowski on September 9, 2022, and her daughters’ Dad Robert McQuillen January 10, 2003. Mona is survived by her Daughter Marlies McQuillen Peters (Bryan) and Granddaughter Aleah Peters; Granddaughter Kayla (Connor) Simpson and Great Grandsons Parker and Carter; Granddaughter Jenna (Eli) Maupin, Great Granddaughter Millie and...
Danny H. Bigness
Feb 1, 2026
GANSEVOORT –
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Danny H. Bigness, 68, of Gansevoort, formerly of Greenwich, who departed this life on February 1, 2026, at Saratoga Hospital. Born on April 12, 1957, in Albany, New York, he was the son of the late Donald K. Bigness Sr. and Mary Bigness.
Raised in Albany and East Greenbush,...
