Sharon Ann Durdaller
Jan 16, 2026
HALFMOON –
Sharon Ann Durdaller (Barber) passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, at Albany Medical Center in Albany, New York surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on July 5, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Morris and Geraldine Barber. Sharon lived life entirely on her own terms and made no apologies for who she was. Strong-willed, independent, and...
Irene M. Mulyca
Jan 14, 2026
FULTONVILLE –
Irene M. Mulyca, 69, of Fultonville, passed away peacefully at her home on January 14, 2026. She bravely fought a long battle with Scleroderma, an autoimmune disease, for over 50 years but ultimately, cancer took her life.
Irene was born in Schenectady County on a small farm in Mariaville, where she grew up with her 13 siblings, who now live...
Richard W. Sutliff, IV
Jan 13, 2026
SCHENECTADY –
Mr. Richard W. Sutliff IV, age 72, of Schenectady, New York, passed away on January 13, 2026, at the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center, in Albany, New York.
Born in Glens Falls, New York, he was the son of the late Richard W. Sutliff III and Lois (Larich) Sutliff. Richard was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School, class of...
David Theodore Lang
Jan 12, 2026
VALLEY FALLS-
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of David Theodore Lang, age 64, of Valley Falls, New York, who died peacefully at his home on January 12, 2026.
Born on October 17, 1961, in Ticonderoga, NY, David was the beloved son of the late Frank Gorman and Barbara (St. Claire) Gorman. He was a proud graduate of...
Elizabeth "Betty" (Retajczyk) McGuire
Jan 11, 2026
SCHENECTADY –
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Elizabeth (Retajczyk) McGuire who left us peacefully on January 11, 2026 at 82 years of age, surrounded by her family.
Born on September 5, 1943 in Schenectady, New York to the late Helen Retajczyk and Stanley Retajczyk. Betty was a devoted mother, wife, and grandmother, whose life was defined by her unwavering...
Paul "Skeeter" Lengyel
Jan 11, 2026
ROTTERDAM -
Paul “Skeeter” Lengyel, born December 17, 1955, in Stuttgart, Germany, passed away on January 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of those who knew him best. Skeet was truly one of a kind, and his absence leaves a space that cannot be filled.
He grew up in Slingerlands, NY, graduating from Guilderland High School and later attending Hudson Valley Community...
Elaine Elizabeth Wood
Jan 10, 2026
SARATOGA SPRINGS -
On January 10, 2026, Elaine peacefully passed away at the age of 83 in Glens Falls with family by her side. She is predeceased by her parents Cecil Richard and Edna May Sandercox, her husband Thomas Wood, former husband George Kunkle, and siblings: George Foremon, Donald Sandercox, Dorothy Maltais, Chucky Sandercox, Billy Sandercox, Tommy Sandercox, Carol VanAlstyne, Johnny...
Marion R. Marino
Jan 10, 2026
ROTTERDAM -
Marion Davey Marino, 101 years old, passed away peacefully January 10, 2026, at home.
Marion was born August 18,1924 to the late Anthony L and Angelina ( Attanasio )Davey. She was the loving wife of Albert Joseph Marino for 29 years until his passing in March 1980.Her siblings , Danial (Joan) Davey, John (Katherine) Davey, and Anthony (Dee) Davey, all...
Helen E. Rifenburgh
Jan 7, 2026
JOHNSONVILLE -
Helen E. (Eriksen) Rifenburgh, 82, of Johnsonville, New York, passed away on January 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family at Samaritan Hospital in Troy, New York.
Born on July 2, 1943, in Troy, New York, Helen was the daughter of the late John Eriksen and Mary (Hughes) Eriksen. One of eight children, Helen grew up in a...
Richard A. Yingling, Jr.
Jan 5, 2026
ROTTERDAM –
Richard A. Yingling Jr., born September 14, 1953, passed away unexpectedly at home on January 5, 2026.
Richard was a devoted husband, father, and family man whose life revolved around the people he loved. He shared 42 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Lisa (Ross) Yingling, whom he married in 1984. Their love story was one for the ages—Richard...
Dean Morris McDonald
Jan 4, 2026
ALBANY -
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dean "Booma" McDonald, who died unexpectedly on January 4, 2026, at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, New York, at the age of 61.
Born on January 22, 1964, in Kingston 14, Jamaica, Dean was the son of the late Vincent and Venette McDonald. After being raised in Jamaica, he relocated...
James J. Cullen
Dec 30, 2025
WYNANTSKILL -
James J. Cullen of Wynantskill passed away peacefully at his home on December 30, 2025.
He was born in Albany to Joseph H. Cullen Jr. and Dorothy Cullen (née Egnatosky). In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his brother Donald Cullen. He is survived by brothers Michael Cullen, Douglas Cullen, Gregory Bruce Cullen (Lisa), Peter Cullen, and Thomas...
Kenneth Hjalmar Roinos
Dec 22, 2025
GLENVILLE -
Kenneth Hjalmar Roinos: a husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away in peace on Monday, December 22, 2025 at home with family.
Ken’s eighty-four years of sharing his wisdom, love, and humor to anyone he touched will define his legacy.Born on August 4, 1941 in Brooklyn, NY, Ken graduated from New Jersey Institute of Technology and built a successful career...
Ronald VanAlstyne
Dec 21, 2025
SLINGERLANDS –
Ronald VanAlstyne, age 70, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025 surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on October 4, 1955 in Albany, NY, Ronald lived a life defined by his devotion and love for his family.
He had a joy for many different hobbies such as fishing, bowling, and golfing. He was always our handy-man and spent time...
Nancy A. MacDonald
Dec 15, 2025
DELMAR –
Our beloved Mother passed away peacefully with family at her side. She just celebrated her 95th Birthday.
She was raised in Buffalo and married her high school sweetheart and husband for over sixty years. She was predeceased by her husband, Alexander MacDonald and two brothers Richard and Bruce. They were blessed with six healthy children, Sue (Richy), Tom (Lynn), Ken...
Dominica Julia Romeo
Dec 15, 2025
TROY - Dominica Romeo Scott, age 48, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025, at Samaritan Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, after a long illness. Born in Troy, she was the daughter of Judith Hogan (Diallo) and the late Richard Scott. Dominica was a 1996 graduate of Fonda-Fultonville High School. She was quietly contemplative and mild-mannered, best known for...
Deborah Ann Plumadore
Dec 14, 2025
TROY -
Deborah Ann Plumadore, a true daughter of Troy, New York, passed away on December 14, 2025, at the age of 73, surrounded by the love that defined her life. A lifelong resident, Deborah was a beacon of warmth and a constant, friendly presence in the neighborhoods she called home since birth. Her memory will be forever cherished by those...
Angele Marie Balzer
Dec 12, 2025
COHOES –
Angele Marie Balzer, born September 7, 1971 was gifted her angel wings on December 12, 2025 while at home in Cohoes where she grew up. She bravely fought pancreatic cancer with everything she had. She is the beloved daughter of Jeanne Peltier Balzer and the late, Benjamin J. Balzer, Sr., cherished sister of Rhea and Benjamin, Jr., an amazing...
Peter P. Robyck
Dec 11, 2025
MECHANICVILLE – Peter P. Robyck, a devoted husband, amazing father, and positive spirit who would never complain no matter what curveballs life threw his way, passed away at home, surrounded by his immediate family, on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the age of 74. Born in Troy, NY, on August 24, 1951, Peter was the beloved son of Stephen Robyck...
Mary June Strain Ross
Dec 10, 2025
NEW LEBANON –
Mary June Strain Ross was born October 28, 1928 in Greencastle, Indiana of the late James Franklin Strain and Gladys Kersey Ellen Strain. She died of lung cancer in her home in New Lebanon on December 10, 2025.
She is survived by her brother Edwin Helt Strain and her children and their families, Dorothy Ross & Charles Stewart, Eric...
