Obituaries

Harry Liddle

Harry Liddle

Jul 28, 2025

Liddle, Harry - Knox

Harry Liddle longtime resident of Knox passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday July 28, 2025 at the age of 95. Son of the late James and Catherine Bender Liddle. Husband of the late Gladys Liddle.

A retiree of General Electric in Schenectady, Harry was a 30 year career man for the company. An avid...

Christine L. Tice

Christine L. Tice

Jul 23, 2025

In loving memory of Christine Tice, April 18, 1966 - July 23, 2025.

With deep sorrow and love, we announce the passing of Christine (Condit) Tice. A beloved wife, cherished mother and grandma who left us far too soon.

Born in Schenectady on April 18, 1966, to Margaret (Ward) Button and Norman Condit Jr., and lovingly raised by her mother and step-father...

Sally J. McClaine

Sally J. McClaine

Jul 21, 2025

Sally J. McClaine 84 of Princetown died peacefully and went to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on Monday evening July 21, 2025.

Born in Schenectady N.Y. , Sally was a resident of Princetown where she lived most of her life. She graduated from Schalmont High School and attended Central College in Pella Iowa with a bachelors in psychology. She also...

Raymond C. Briggs

Raymond C. Briggs

Jul 15, 2025

Raymond C. Briggs of Guilderland passed away unexpectedly on July 15th, 2025.

Raymond C. Briggs of Guilderland, NY passed away unexpectedly at his home July 15, 2025. Survived by his wife Julie Cross-Briggs and his children Jonathan and Ariana. Additionally survived by his siblings Bill (Marites) Briggs of Katy TX, Ann (Joe) Briggs Paone of Clifton Park, NY Rob Briggs...

Glenn David Paris

Glenn David Paris

Jul 12, 2025

Glenn David Paris was born on May 25, 1946 in Great Neck, NY and died on July 12 at Albany Medical Center, surrounded by loving family. He is survived by three adult children Alexandra, Molly, and Arlo, many friends family and neighbors, and a roommate, Susan Paris, the cat. He graduated from Carnegie Mellon as an architect and lived his...

David K. Zwack

David K. Zwack

Jul 4, 2025

David K. Zwack longtime resident of Voorheesville passed away peacefully on Friday July 4th in St. Peter's Hospital in Albany, surrounded by his loving family. Dave was predeceased by his father John Zwack Jr. and mother Geraldine Dwyer Zwack, as well as his brother John Zwack III.

David's early years were spent in Albany where he was educated by Albany City...

M. Jennifer Hale

M. Jennifer Hale

Jun 12, 2025

M. Jennifer Danielle Brockley Hale, of Altamont, NY, passed away suddenly on June 12, 2025.

Born in March 1961 to Jean and Warren Brockley, Jennifer brightened every room she walked into with her emerald, green eyes and infectious smile.

Raised in the rolling hills along the Knox/Altamont line, Jennifer was one of 9 children, including 7 sisters, all but one first named...

Dennis M. Michaels

Dennis M. Michaels

May 25, 2025

Michaels, Dennis - East Berne

Dennis Michaels longtime resident of East Berne passed away peacefully in Albany on Sunday May 25,2025 with his loving family by his side. Son of the late Daniel Sr. and Sophie Mach Michaels.

A talented carpenter, Dennis retired from the local 370 carpenter union. An avid camper and bike rider, Dennis enjoyed the outdoors and...

Karen Dinardi

Karen Dinardi

May 5, 2025

For those who had the joy of knowing Karen, you were truly blessed to feel the warmth, kindness, and boundless love she so effortlessly gave. And for those who knew her best, you know she was a quiet warrior-strong, resilient, and full of grace.

Karen's presence brought peace, her love held the family together, and thanks to her, home was always...

Karen L. Polukort

Karen L. Polukort

Apr 28, 2025

Karen L. Polukort of Berne passed away peacefully in Schenectady on Monday April 28th at the age of 74. Daughter of the late Victor and Phyllis Leskowsky. Beloved wife of Peter Polukort with whom she shared 43 loving years of marriage.

Born in Schenectady, Karen worked for several years in GE Schenectady and ultimately retired from Bank of America in Albany....

Paulette A. Payne

Paulette A. Payne

Apr 15, 2025

Payne, Paulette A. - Altamont

Paulette A. Payne of Altamont passed away peacefully in her home on April 15th, 2025. Daughter of the late Giles Sr. and Hazel Swint. Beloved wife of Michael Payne whom she shared 45 years of marriage with.

In addition to her husband Michael, Paulette is survived by her siblings James (Kim) Swint, Margaret (John) Cintula, Giles...

Mary A. Mattice

Mary A. Mattice

Apr 14, 2025

Mary Mattice, of Altamont, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, at the age of 76 Born on October 8, 1948, in Albany, Mary lived a life defined by love, generosity, and quiet strength. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, James Mattice, who passed away in 2011. Their bond was a true testament to lasting love, and we take...

John J. Pieniazek

John J. Pieniazek

Apr 11, 2025

John J. Pieniazek (93) of Altamont NY passed peacefully at home surrounded by his family. John was predeceased by his wife Esther, sons John and Mikey, and daughter Carol. He was survived by his children, Jean (Keith), Rosie (Glen), Jody (Tony), Jenny (Billy), Linda, Kathy (Emmy), Billy (Sandy), Larry, and Jimmy (Marie). He was also survived by 24 grandchildren and...

Vera M. Lund

Vera M. Lund

Apr 9, 2025

Vera Marie Rivenburg Lund, - Slingerlands

The angels came to show Vera Marie (Rivenburg) Lund the way to her eternal home on April 9, 2025, at the age of 94. She was a much-loved mother, grandmother, and friend to so many. Vera passed away peacefully at Albany Medical Center, following a brief illness.

Born on January 7, 1931, in Hudson, New...

Burton E. Mintline

Burton E. Mintline

Apr 7, 2025

Burton Ellis Mintline - Burt passed into eternal rest on the evening of April 7th, 2025, exactly 18 years after his mother Helen died, finally pain-free after years of struggling with several medical issues.

Burt was born in Albany, NY on May 7, 1952, to an already overwhelmed family and was soon placed into foster care. He was taken in as...

Ann C. Moynihan

Ann C. Moynihan

Apr 5, 2025

Ann Cesira Lapolla Moynihan, founder of the Capital Region computer consulting firm Documentation Strategies, died April 5, 2025 after a brief illness. She was 78.

Born in Peekskill, Ann was one of four children and the only daughter of the late Fred and Helen Lapolla. She grew up in Crugers and graduated from Hendrick Hudson High School in Montrose.

Ann graduated...

Miranda L. Scholz

Miranda L. Scholz

Mar 29, 2025

In Loving Memory of Miranda L. Scholz

Miranda L. Scholz, fondly known as "Mandy," of East Berne, passed away peacefully in Albany on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at age 66. Born in Albany, NY, on October 14, 1958, she was the cherished daughter of Reinhold and Heidi Scholz.

Mandy spent her childhood in New Scotland and graduated from Voorheesville High School. For...

Paul D. Rothaupt

Paul D. Rothaupt

Mar 27, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Paul D. Rothaupt, known to many as "Skully." Paul will be remembered as a loving father, cherished companion, grandfather, and lifelong friend. He passed away peacefully on March 27, 2025, in the comfort of his home at the age of 59.

A skilled chef and experienced painter, Paul always had a story to...

Donna L. Flynn

Donna L. Flynn

Mar 9, 2025

In Loving Memory of Donna Lee (Millard) Flynn

Donna Lee (Millard) Flynn of Berne entered into eternal rest on March 9th 2025 in the Delmar Center for Rehabilitation and nursing with her loving family by her side.

Donna was born on July 24, 1943 to Earl and Catherine (Cross) Millard in Troy, NY. Donna grew up in Pittstown, the youngest of...

Kathleen D. Blakeman

Kathleen D. Blakeman

Mar 6, 2025

Kathleen Jayne "Merricat" Blakeman passed away Thursday March 6, 2025 at Albany Medical Center Hospital after a short illness. Born Kathleen Doetsch on October 21, 1948 in Albany, NY, she was raised in Selkirk, NY by her parent William F. Doetsch and Geraldine (Thiessen) Doetsch. She was a graduate of the Academy of the Holy Names in Albany, Ny and...