Obituaries
Lois Sears
Feb 3, 2025
Valatie- Lois J. (Van Natten) Sears, 80, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at St. Peter's Hospital after a brief illness. Born in Cobleskill, NY, on February 17, 1944, Lois was the daughter of Myrtle E. Sherman and Lewis Van Natten, Jr.
Lois was a dedicated wife to Benjamin H. Sears, who predeceased her just one month earlier. Together, they...
Martin W. Harrington, II
Jan 31, 2025
Pittstown- Martin William "Marty" Harrington, II, aged 63, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, January 31, 2025. Born in 1961, Marty was a man of many passions. He enlisted in the Marines in 1980, serving on active duty until 1984 and in the reserves until 1986. His time in the military shaped him into a person of strength...
Ann Marie Burke
Jan 18, 2025
Scenic, AZ- Ann Marie Burke, 83, of Scenic, AZ passed away, on Friday, January 17, 2025. Ann Marie graduated from Troy High School (NY) in 1960 and went onto work as a homemaker, teacher’s aide, and childcare professional. She was a longtime communicant of St. Mary’s Church in Troy, NY and a member of the Rosary Altar Society. In the...
Lynn Church
Jan 14, 2025
Nassau- Lynn M. (Phelps) Church, age 69, passed away peacefully, in the comfort of her home, on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Lynn was born in Albany to the late Elizabeth Hungerford and Edward J. Phelps III. She grew up in Nassau with her ten siblings, where they were a staple of the Village. Lynn worked for the American Dog Owner's...
Benjamin H. Sears
Jan 3, 2025
Valatie- Benjamin H. Sears, 84, of Valatie passed away peacefully at Rosewood Nursing and Rehabilitation on Friday, January 3, 2025. Ben was born on January 6, 1940, in Huntington, New York to the late Mildred Bloxom and Albert Sears. He was married to Lois VanNatten, who survives. Ben spent his professional career as a paper worker at Fort Orange Paper...
James Buel
Dec 27, 2024
James William Buel was born on October 2, 1983, and died unexpectedly on December 27, 2024. He was the beloved son of Shirley and James Joseph Buel, brother of Cheryl Buel Clark(Jeffrey) and uncle of Sophia Clark. He was predeceased by his father and maternal and paternal grandparents. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Jim graduated from...
Helen R. Tomlin
Dec 22, 2024
Hudson - Helen Ruth (Cuthbert) Tomlin of The Firefighter's Home in Hudson, NY, died on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at the age of 106. Helen was the daughter of Emma S. (Mauger) Cuthbert and Harry L Cuthbert, born in Altoena, PA. She worked as a licensed practical nurse, both in New York and Florida until her retirement. She was a...
Raymond G. Morrill
Dec 14, 2024
East Schodack- On Saturday, December 14, 2024, Raymond G. "Ray" Morrill, passed over peacefully into eternal life with his beloved wife, Barbara, of 60 years and his two daughters, Dawn and Tami, by his side. Ray was born on October 5, 1938 in Brooklyn, NY, where he grew up with fond memories with his 8 siblings. Ray served in the...
William A. Defoe, Jr.
Dec 6, 2024
Rensselaer- William A. "Billy" Defoe, Jr., was born on December 15, 1974 in Plattsburgh, NY. He was the beloved son of William A. and Patricia Defoe.
He endured a short 4-month battle with cancer. William passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024, at the age of 49. William was predeceased by his parents.
William was a kind and gentle person who was...
Ivory Shuhart
Dec 5, 2024
An angel has gained her wings after just two short days on this earth. Ivory Sapphire Shuhart passed at Albany Medical Center on December 5th, 2024. She was the daughter of Stephania Dayton and Eddie Shuhart and though her time on this planet was short, the love for her by her family is, and forever will be strong.
She leaves her...
Susan Stammel-Huffer
Dec 4, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Susan R. Stammel-Huffer on December 4, 2024 at Albany Medical Center. Susan was born on January 30, 1955 in Albany. She grew up in Nassau, later moving to Chatham, NY. She graduated from Columbia High School in 1972. Susan had many jobs, personal caregiver, accounts receivable, and Legislative Assistant...
Donna Butt
Nov 30, 2024
Donna Butt passed away peacefully after a long illness on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at Evergreen Commons Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in East Greenbush, NY.
Donna was born May 31, 1955, in Warner Robins, GA. She is survived by her loving daughter Chasity (Dan) Burl; granddaughter, Alyssa Burl; grandson, Kyle Burl; mother, Helen Daniels; brother, Kevin Coon; sisters, Kim (John) Gallo...
Peter Morris
Nov 29, 2024
Peter Morris passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Friday, November 29, 2024 in Albany, New York at the age of 43. Pete was born February 14, 1981, in Albany, New York. He was the oldest of 3 children and is survived by his parents, Robert and Kristine Morris; his sister Michelle (Michael) Johnson; his brother Thomas (Nicole) Morris;...
Edward E. Mullet
Nov 29, 2024
Stephentown- Edward E. "Ed" Mullet, Jr., 90, of Stephentown, NY, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on November 29, 2024. Born on July 1, 1934, Edward lived a full and remarkable life. He will be remembered for his kind heart, many talents, and dedication to his family.
Ed is survived by his caring and devoted daughters, Nancy Mullet...
Kirt George
Nov 20, 2024
Valatie- On November 20, 2024, Kirt E. George Sr., 76 surrounded by family, left his home here on earth to go to his home in heaven where he was met with family lined up and waiting there. Born and raised in Pownal, VT to the late Clifford and Eleanor George, he then found himself with a family of his own...
Ronald Schueller
Nov 20, 2024
Ronald C. Schueller, 95, of Nassau passed away at Columbia Memorial Hospital on November 20, 2024. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Henry and Ethel (Bates) Schueller. Ron was a Korean War Veteran having served his country honorably in the United States Army. Ron was a talented artist who enjoyed painting and creating wood sculptures. He...
Thomas O'Brien
Nov 13, 2024
Nassau-Thomas Vincent O'Brien was a kind, sweet, and loving brother, husband, uncle, and friend. He was a lifelong model builder and flyer, and all-around aviation nut. He left this world on November 13, 2024, at the age of 80.
Thomas was born to John Frances O'Brien and Carmina Louise Petro, in Waterbury, Connecticut. While attending the Sacred Heart High School, he...
Selene Jocham Southard
Nov 3, 2024
Malden Bridge- Selene Jocham Southard, 66, passed away on November 3, 2024, at Evergreen Commons Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in East Greenbush, NY. Selene was born on August 31, 1958, in Jersey City, NJ, to Robert and Marjorie Jocham. During Selene's childhood, the Jocham family lived in New Jersey, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. As the third of eight children, Selene grew...
David Turnquist
Oct 13, 2024
Nassau- David R. Turnquist, 75, of Nassau passed away Sunday, October 13, at Albany Medical Center. Dave was born in Albany to the late Catherine (Moran) and David A. Turnquist. He was the proprietor of North Pearl St. Auto in Albany and worked for Chuck Scott Auto. Dave enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, and racing at Lebanon Valley. He was a...
Earl B. Hammell, IV
Sep 7, 2024
East Nassau- Earl B. Hammell, IV, 69 of East Nassau, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2024, after a long journey with cancer. Earl was born in Point Pleasant, NJ. He was the son of Doris Nagel and his stepfather, Walter Nagel. Earl retired from the Town of Nassau Highway Department and the Port of Albany.
Earl is survived by his two...
