Obituaries
John E. Crosier Jr.
Mar 3, 2026
John E. Crosier Jr., a lifelong resident of East Berne, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026. Son of the late John Sr. and Helen Rendo Crosier and beloved husband of the late Mariana "Vicki" Crosier with whom John shared 64 loving years of marriage at the time of her passing in 2021.
John proudly served his...
Beverly A. Gordon
Feb 22, 2026
Born on November 4,1950 in Geneva, New York, Beverly embraced the principles of family and education early in life. She lived a purposeful life, full of love and care, always giving to others.
Beverly was the fourth child born to the union of the late Fletcher and Ida Mae Simpson. At an early age, she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord...
Linda A. Hosking
Feb 18, 2026
Linda A. Hosking of Westerlo died in her residence on February 18th, 2026.
Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Troy on Wednesday, March 4th at 10am.
William W. Vojnar
Feb 10, 2026
William W. Vojnar passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on February 10, 2026. William was the devoted father of William V. Vojnar and Connor W. Vojnar. He was predeceased by his partner and mother of his sons Patricia M. Suhalla.
William was the son of Sharon T. Vink Vojnar, William W. (Dorothy Gallo) Vojnar Sr. William was...
Richard C. Bell Sr.
Feb 8, 2026
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Richard C. Bell Sr., 81, of Fort Edward, New York, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2026, surrounded by his family at Glens Falls Hospital. Born in Wright, New York, on June 7, 1944, Richard built his life on hard work and personal responsibility. He spent his career as a Construction Superintendent, a role that reflected his practical nature and...
Shannon M. Huber
Jan 31, 2026
Shannon M. Huber of East Berne passed away unexpectedly on Sunday January 31, 2026. Daughter of Shameeka and the late James Grant-Huber.
A full obituary will be posted here shortly.
Services were held privately. Interment will be in the spring in Woodlawn Cemetery, Berne.
Vaughan M. Simons
Jan 18, 2026
Vaughan M. (Fredendall) Simons , 96 died on January 18 in Shaker Place Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Colonie. Born in Altamont, Vaughan was the daughter of the late Harold and Gladys Keenholts Fredendall. Wife of the late Charles C. Simons.
Vaughan attended school in Altamont, living just outside of the Village as an adult. An avid collector Vaughan had...
Howard W. Borden
Jan 7, 2026
Howard (Howie) Waymark Borden, age 93, passed away on January 7, 2026. He was born in Albany on March 4, 1932, to the late William D. Borden and Helen R. (Heacox) Borden. Howie was a graduate of Altamont High School, Class of 1948.
Howie graduated from SUNY Cobleskill in 1950 and worked in food service at Knolls Atomic Lab in Schenectady....
Judith A. Wilson
Dec 30, 2025
Judith A. Wilson, 78, passed peacefully on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at the home she and her husband built in Knox. Born in Delmar, she was the eldest daughter of the late Marjorie and William Murphy. She was married to her husband, Frederick (Rick) W. Wilson Jr. for 29 years before his passing.
Judi is survived by her two sons, Frederick...
R. Allan "Al" Sholtes
Dec 29, 2025
Robert Allan (Al) Sholtes passed away at his home in Altamont, NY on December 29, 2025. He was born on February 16, 1932 in Guilderland Center to Ida and Clyde Sholtes. He graduated in 1950 from Voorheesville High School where he was a three sport athlete. After graduating from Colgate University in 1954 with a degree in English, he served...
Evelyn I. Taylor
Dec 28, 2025
In the early hours of December 28, after a holiday filled with family, friends, and celebration, Evelyn Irene Taylor passed away peacefully with her family at her side. She was born on Feb. 17, 1927 in Schenectady to Arthur Brust and Irene Wallard after which she was a lifelong resident of Guilderland and Altamont.
Evelyn was grateful to have lived when...
Patricia A. Vanderwarker
Dec 27, 2025
Patricia A. Vanderwarker of Berne passed away peacefully in Albany on Saturday December 27th, 2025. Daughter of the late Francis and Mamie Deavers Sady. Beloved wife of Marcus Vanderwarker.
Pat was a retiree of Little Falls Hospital where she worked as a secretary for many years and also worked at the Pine Crest Bible College. Pat welcomed Jesus Christ into her...
Judith M. Wright
Dec 22, 2025
Judith Mae Wright, "Judy", went home to the Lord surrounded by her loved ones on December 22, 2025, at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany, following a brief illness. She was 82 years old. Judy was predeceased by her parents, Roger and Leah (Gross) Moorhead, 3 brothers Loren, Gordon and Edward Moorhead, 3 sisters Jane Moran, Carol Wilcox and Donna Moorhead...
Susan E. Brooks
Dec 21, 2025
Susan E. Brooks longtime resident of Princetown passed away peacefully on Sunday December 21, 2025 in Hudson Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Daughter of the late Donald and Joyce Vanderpool Tiffany. Beloved wife of Ronald D. Brooks whom she shared 26 years of marriage with.
A loving and kind woman Sue will be missed by her many neighbors and friends. Ronald...
Tara M. Pitcher
Dec 18, 2025
With extreme heavy hearts we announce the passing of our cherished Tara Marjorie Pitcher (Foster) on December 18, 2025. Though she fought harder than most knew, Tara has finally found peace. May God Rest Her Soul.
She is survived by her two children, Courtney Sperry and Carson Pitcher, her mother, Laurie Lawler (David) and Timothy Foster (Nureen), her sister Patricia Magin...
Wayde G. Bush
Dec 9, 2025
Wayde G. Bush born in Altamont on April 1, 1987, to Wayde & the late Monica Bush has passed away peacefully.
Wayde resided in Altamont most of his life and was a graduate of Guilderland High School. He worked for Golub for many years. When Wayde wasn't working he was riding 4 wheelers, motorcycles, and snowmobiles. He built a boat to...
Wayne Crounse
Dec 6, 2025
Guilderland - Wayne Crounse, 83, of Guilderland, passed away Saturday, December 6th, 2025, at home surrounded by his family.
Wayne was born in Schenectady, NY the son of the late Gordon Crounse and Beatrice (Hotaling) Crounse. Wayne attended Simmons School of funeral service and was a well-known funeral director in the capital region for many years. He later worked in the...
William J. Casey
Dec 1, 2025
William "Bill" J. Casey of Rotterdam passed away at Albany Medical Center under Comfort Care on
December 1st, 2025 after battling cancer. He was 65 years old.
Born on August 5th, 1960 in Faribault, MN, then moved to Lawndale, CA shortly thereafter. Bill loved being outdoors, especially riding his bike and playing baseball. He was a fast shortstop and coached several...
Barry James Schinnerer
Nov 24, 2025
Barry Schinnerer born June 19, 1954, passed on November 24, 2025. Barry attended Christian Brother's Academy before he went off to Lowell University to become a meteorologist. Fate would have it that while at home in the summer 1977, Barry got a job with a local carpenter that led him to his future wife Terry and the two become inseparable....
David M. Warner
Nov 20, 2025
David Madison Warner touched countless lives with his warmth, creativity, and humor. He was a brother, father, and husband, as well as a loyal friend. Known for his dynamic talents, David was a gifted musician, an accomplished writer, and an avid reader with a deep love for books. Beyond his artistic pursuits, David embraced life with energy and curiosity. He...
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