OBITS: Albany Times Union 15 Aug 2004; Albany, Albany co., New York text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen for The USGenWeb Archives Project *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/ny/nyfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: Albany Times Union http://www.timesunion.com Bartholomew Jr., Paul G. SARATOGA Paul G. Bartholomew Jr., age 32, died suddenly August 14, 2004 at Saratoga Hospital. Born in Albany and was a resident of Albany and Voorheesville. Paul graduated from Albany High School in 1989 and also received a degree from Hudson Valley Community College in environmental science. He was employed with Empire State Carpenters Union Local 370. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Son of Barbara Kipp and Paul Bartholomew; grandson of Barbara Caracci and Shirley Bartholomew; brother of Marybeth Carter, Paula Bartholomew, Joseph Bartholomew and Edward Coviello; nephew of Joseph Caracci; uncle of Andrea and Eric. Predeceased by his brothers, Michael and David. Also survived by his lifelong companion, Lia Morina. Funeral services will be held at the Magin and Keegan Funeral Home, 891 Madison Ave., Albany Monday at 6:30 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/15/2004 - 8/16/2004. Bonomo, Vincent A. (Memoriam) BONOMO Vincent A. In loving memory on your 8th Anniversary today. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Your Family Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/15/2004. Brace, Payton Augustus ALBANY Payton Augustus Brace, born August 3, 2004, died August 10, 2004 at the Albany Medical Center Hospital. He is the son of Deon and Lori Brace. Payton is one of triplets and is survived by his brother, Preston and sister, Madison; older sisters, Chevonne, Maya and Cheonne; maternal grandmother, Ms. Brenda Scott Wilkinson, N.Y., N.Y.; maternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Ella Mae Wilkinson, Bayside, N.Y.; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Doreathea Brace, Albany; paternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Abbie Lee Brace, Albany. Also a host of aunts, uncles and cousins. The family wish to thank the Wilborn Temple First Church of God Christ and the Metropolitan New Testament Baptist Church for their support at this difficult time. Services will be private. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/13/2004 - 8/15/2004. Buehler, Helen (Memoriam) BUEHLER Helen Died December 18, 1995 In memory of my dearest friend Helen, on her birthday August 15th. I love you and miss you very much. Olga Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/15/2004. Cira, Rose CLIFTON PARK Rose Lamantia Cira, age 89, entered into eternal life, Friday, August 13, 2004. Born in Chicago, Ill., she lived in the Albany area most of her life. A homemaker, she was the daughter of the late Salvatore and Jennie Virzi Lamantia. Beloved wife of the late Anthony D. (Andy) Cira; loving mother of Mary JoAnn Legge of Clifton Park and the late Daniel J. Cira. Also survived by six grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A service of memory will be held Wednesday, August 18, 2004 at 10 a.m. at the Grace Chapel, Main Street, Jonesville, N.Y. with the Rev. Shad Baker officiating. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. There will be no calling hours. Entombment will be in Edgewood Mausoleum, Memory's Garden, Colonie. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may send a remembrance in Rose's name to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1818, Memphis, TN 38101. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/15/2004 - 8/16/2004. Dasiukiewicz, Mary Agnes LOUDONVILLE Mary Agnes Dasiukiewicz, 76, of Loudonville passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, August 13, 2004 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born October 7, 1928 to the late Salvatore and Rose Colonno Melucci. Mary had worked for Tobin Packing Company for 35 years. She had also worked for the Albany County Nursing Home and part time at the Zaloga Post, Italian Benevolent Society and the Polish American Club. Regardless of the weather, she enjoyed jogging three miles a day until very recently. Mary also enjoyed playing cards, bowling, watching baseball and playing games of chance. Mary's family would like to express their grateful appreciation for the special care provided by Barbara, Cheryl, Tess and the entire staff at Community Hospice of Albany. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Edward Dasiukiewicz. She is the beloved sister of Josephine Taylor, Angeline Sickles, Daniel, James, Salvatore Melucci and the late Michael Melucci; several nieces and nephews also survive. She will be missed by her beloved dog, Esther. Funeral services will be Tuesday morning at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave.) then to St. Francis DeSales Church, Maria Drive at a time to be announced. Calling hours will be Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany NY 12205 in memory of Mary A. Dasiukiewicz. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/15/2004 - 8/16/2004. DiBella, Albert S. COLONIE Albert S. DiBella, (affectionately known as Big Al) born January 19, 1925, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 12, 2004 after a lengthy illness at St. Peter's Hospital. He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Anthony and Lucy Laviano DiBella. Al was a 1943 graduate on Vincentian Institute and a 1949 graduate of Siena College, two educational institutions he was extremely proud of. He served in World War II, 36th division, T-Patchers, 143rd Infantry, where he earned a Purple Heart upon the invasion of Southern France. After his graduation from college, Al began his career with C.K. Rabineau Food Brokerage where he was employed for 27 years. He later became the general manager for the Italian American Community Center from 1976 to 1983. Al then opened DiBella's Restaurant and House of Banquets until 1991. Through his love and passion of the food industry, Al introduced the New York City Style wedding reception to the Capital District. He was a communicant of St. Paul the Apostle Church, a charter member of the Italian American Community Center, a member of the Rotterdam Elks and the Disabled American Veterans. He was an avid New York Yankee fan. He is the beloved husband of 56 years to Anne Battisto DiBella; he is the devoted father of Albert J. DiBella of Albany, Michael (Lorri) DiBella of Guilderland, Stephen (Karen) DiBella of Voorheesville and Robert (Marcia) DiBella of Rotterdam. He is the beloved Poppi of Chad, Beth, Nicole, Lisa, Lindsey, John and Manny. He is the brother of Rudy DiBella of San Diego, Calif. and the late Joseph DiBella. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Through his sense of humor and compassion, Big Al achieved what most men only dream of. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral services will be Monday morning at 10:00 at New Comer Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave.) then to St. Paul the Apostle Church, Schenectady at 11:00 where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be Sunday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Entombment will be in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to National Kidney Foundation, 99 Troy Rd., East Greenbush, NY 12061 in memory of Albert S. DiBella. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/14/2004 - 8/15/2004. Early, Priscilla R. WATERVLIET Priscilla R. Early passed peacefully on August 11, 2004 at Evergreen Commons with her beloved children at her side. She was the devoted mother of Joseph R. Early and Sharon Early Wemple. She was also the loving sister of George Derbyshire. She leaves behind Charlotte Daley, Mia Mauro and Joshua Wemple, her grandchildren. She was also blessed with Andromeda and Aphrodite Daley and Alexi Nino, her great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph H. Early. Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/15/2004. Faber, Sophie SCHENECTADY Sophie Faber, 86, died Friday, August 13, 2004 at her residence. Beloved sister of Irene Holler, Marguerite Slater and the late Rose Emeneth, Alexander, Frank, James and George Faber. Sister-in-law of Marjorie Faber. Funeral service Monday 11 a.m. at the DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home, 1605 Helderberg Ave., Rotterdam. Calling 10-11 prior to service. Interment, Evergreen Memorial Park. Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/15/2004. Gamarra, Christy (Memoriam) GAMARRA E. Christina Loving Wife and Mom: Christy one year ago, your candlelight that illuminated my life for 20 years went to meet God, and I know you are the brightest star in the sky. Your daughters and I remember you every day of our lives. There are moments when I feel you so close to me, I feel that you are right behind me and I do not want to turn my back because I know that with my eyes I will not be able to see you, but I feel your presence very close to us. Many times when the phone rings, for an instant I think that you are calling me to say hi and to tell me that you love me. Christy you were a very special wife and mother. I remember how happy you were, your smile, your laugh and the very special mother for our daughters. Love Always and Forever, Carlos & Daughters Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/15/2004. Geiss, Dorothy M. SCOTIA Dorothy M. Geiss (nee:Smith), 89, formerly of Westchester Drive in Colonie, died Friday, August 13, 2004 at the Baptist Health Rehabilitation Center. Dorothy was the daughter of the late Elizabeth T. Stapleton Smith and stepdaughter of the late George Miller. She was a graduate of Cathedral Academy. For a time, Dorothy was in a clerical position with the state and also with H & R Block. In addition, she was a housewife and a homemaker. On September 26, 1942, Dorothy married George Arthur Geiss. He predeceased her on February 24, 1981. Dorothy is survived by her dear friends and caregivers, Jim and Lorraine Clute of Colonie as well as their children, Amy Kimball and her husband Scot of Clifton Park, and Jennifer Phelps and her husband William of Scotia and their son, Eric. Also surviving are her cousins, Joe Stapleton and his wife Marcia of Loudonville, Robert Stapleton and his wife Wyona of Albany, and Beatrice (Coffey) Crounse of Schoharie and her family, Patrick Coffey and Kathy Stephens, both of Schoharie, and Joseph Coffey of Phoenicia, N.Y. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, August 17, 2004 from the Church of St. Clare, 1947 Central Avenue, Colonie. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to calling hours at the church from 4-7 p.m. on Monday, August 16, 2004. Memorial contributions in Dorothy's name are requested to be made to the Church of St. Clare, 1947 Central Ave., Colonie, NY 12205. Dorothy's family and friends would like to thank the nurses and staff of the Baptist Health and Rehabilitation Center for the wonderful care Dotty received. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/14/2004 - 8/15/2004. LeBuis, Doris F. BERNE Friends and loved ones should be comforted by knowing that Doris F. LeBuis died gracefully and peacefully with a strong spiritual presence guiding her way on Friday, August 13, 2004 at the Community Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital with family by her side. She was born January 17, 1914 to the late Fred Hazael Filkins and Nettie S. Filkins and was a lifelong resident of the Town of Berne. She worked for the New York State Department of Transportation, retiring in 1980. She was a longtime member of the First Reformed Church of Berne, the Berne Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary and the Hilltown Senior Citizens, along with many other community service organizations. She was the dedicated and loving wife for 50 years of Leo N. LeBuis, who predeceased her in November of 1985. She was the friend and mother of Janice Bassler and her husband Fred (Pete) of Berne, Diane Chamberlain and her husband Merritt of Scottsdale, Ariz., Robert LeBuis and his wife Roberta of Barneveld, N.Y., Marlene Boomhower and her husband Dennis of Westerlo, Donald LeBuis and his wife Donna of Mokena, Ill., Charis Cummings and her husband Dennis of Wilton, N.Y. and Dennis LeBuis of Selkirk, N.Y. She is also survived by a brother, Clyde L. Filkins and his wife Margaret of Westerlo; 20 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by one great-granddaughter. It was Doris' wish to donate her body to the Albany Medical College for medical research. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 10, 2004 at the First Reformed Church of Berne, Rte. 443, Berne, N.Y. Those who wish may make contributions in Doris' name to the First Reformed Church of Berne, 1664 Helderberg Trail, Berne, NY 12023. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/15/2004 - 8/16/2004. Madanowski, Stanley ALBANY Stanley Madanowski, 92, passed away at Child's Nursing Home on Friday, August 13, 2004. Born January 6, 1912 in the Zlakow District, Lowicz, Poland, he was the son of the late Andrej and Josefa Madanowski. Stanley was a member of the Polish Army during World War II. He served in a German POW camp until liberation by the U.S. Army. Stanley then became a member of the United States Army Labor Service as a civilian until his discharge and was given the option to return to Poland or come to the United States at the end of the war. He was an Albany resident since 1950 and had worked at the Tobin Packing Company for 23 years until his retirement in 1977. He was also a communicant of St. Casimer's Church for many years. Stanley was the husband of the late Helen T. Topolski Sawczak Madanowski. He is the stepfather of Edward Sawczak and wife Nancy of Colonie, Patricia Sager and late husband Edward of Colonie, Ronald Sawczak and wife Vivian of Poway, Calif. He is the brother of Zosia Madanowski. He is also survived by six step-grandchildren, 11 step-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews in Poland. Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. Memorial contributions may be made to the Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Road, Colonie, NY 12205 in memory of Stanley Madanowski. Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/15/2004. McCormick, Mary J. TROY Mary Joan McCormick, 44, of Spring Ave., Troy died suddenly at home Thursday, August 12, 2004. Born and raised in Guilderland, she was the daughter of Joseph C. and Margaret Dugan McCormick, long time residents of Guilderland who recently resettled in Troy. Mary graduated from Guilderland High School in 1980. She attended Schenectady County Community College and worked at Menands Sheltered Workshop. Over the last several years, Mary worked at Fleet Bank and at the Goodwill in Brunswick. Mary was an avid cat lover and a regular at local eateries, Mr. Subb and Friendly's. She loved to share her dreams and political vision with all who would listen as well as her fascination with Mars and love of Jeopardy. Mary was a well known personality around town and was loved by all those who knew her. She was a proud member of the Democratic Party. Daughter of Joseph C. and Margaret Dugan McCormick; sister of Katherine (Paul) Bishop and Michael (Sharon) McCormick; aunt of David and Jacob Bishop and Michele McCormick; niece of Ruth McCormick and Jane Dugan; also survived by many cousins. Funeral services will be held at Christ the King Church, Guilderland Monday morning 11 o'clock. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call at the Magin & Keegan Funeral Home, 891 Madison Ave. Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. The parish family of Christ the King Church will gather at 4:30 at the funeral home for a service of prayer and remembrance. All are welcome. Interment, St. Mary's Cemetery, Troy. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/14/2004 - 8/15/2004. McCoy Jr., Donald W. (Memoriam) McCOY Donald W. Jr- Donny, twenty years ago today God called you home. Not a day goes by that we don't think of you. You will always be in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. On the 18th give Dad a big hug and tell him all of us wish him a Happy Birthday. Our Love, Always Mom, Kevin, Brian, Kimberly, Michelle, Daniel and Shawn and All Your Nieves and Nephews and Aunt Arlene Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/15/2004. Minersagen, Margaret SCHENECTADY Margaret Marge Minersagen, 84, at rest August 13, 2004. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Minersagen; mother of Kurt (Janet) Minersagen, Lorie Minersagen; grandmother of Daniel Minersagen, Nicole Minersagen; sister of the late Lucia Forti and Joseph Aldini. Funeral services Tuesday 8:15 a.m. at the DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home, 9 a.m. at the Church of St. Paul the Apostle. Calling Monday 7-9 p.m. Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/15/2004. Montie, Edith (Memoriam) MONTIE Edith- In loving memory of our mother, grandma and great grandma on her 88th birthday. Memories of you will never part, for we carry you always in our heart. Love, Marlene, Stan and Family Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/15/2004. Multori, Marie (Memoriam) MULTORI Marie R In loving memory of Marie R Multori on your second anniversary in Heaven, August 15, 2004. I wish I could join you. I still love and miss you every day. Love, Husband Jim Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/15/2004. Mundy, Joseph P. BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. Joseph Paul Mundy, 67, of Shadow Wood Way, died on Thursday, August 12, 2004 at the Saratoga Hospital after a long illness. He was born in Philadelphia on May 20, 1937 and was the son of the late Sinclair and Anna Kringe Mundy. He graduated from Germantown Friends High School in Pa., the University of Pennsylvania and received his master's degree in engineering from Penn State. He retired in 1999 from the MTI Corp. in Albany and earlier he had worked for the Matthey Bishop Co. in Malvern, Pa. where he had worked for about 20 years. Following retirement, Mr. Mundy had been a sales representative for the Realty USA Co. in Clifton Park. He was a member and past worshipful master for the Masonic lodge in West Chester, Pa. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and outdoorsman. He had also been an enthusiastic member of the N.R.A. He was the husband of Sandra Beinhauer Mundy, whom he married on February 18, 1961. He was the father of Christopher Paul (Katie) Mundy of Potomac, Md., Scott Joseph Mundy of Schenectady, Erik John (Ann) Mundy of Millis, Mass. and Heather Lynn (Glenn) Lajeunesse of Fairfield, Conn.; brother of Mrs. Charles (Julianne) Bestwick of Hazelton, Pa.; cherished grandfather of Ryan, Connor, Ally, Erin and Caroline Mundy, Julia, Olivia and Meghan Lajeunesse; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held on Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. in the Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home, 1550 Rt. 9 in Clifton Park. A calling hour will precede the service. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/15/2004 - 8/16/2004. Neal, Vida Wheeler NISKAYUNA Vida Wheeler Neal, 84, of Baker Avenue died on Monday, August 9, 2004 after a long illness. She was born January 6, 1920 in Albany, N.Y., daughter of David and Blanche Benjamin and attended Milne High School in Albany. She than graduated from the Katherine Gibbs School in Boston. After graduation, she held several administrative positions in the New York State government and most enjoyed her assignment as an assistant for Owen D. Young when he directed the state commission for the creation of the New York State University System. As a Red Cross volunteer, she was recognized for her dedication to the pheresis program and, at one time, had contributed more platelets than any donor in this district. In particular, her rare red blood type was used to maintain the lives of two children in Albany. She was a magnificent floral arranger and gardener and an accomplished pianist. Also, she was active in the aerobics dance groups and a member of the Mohawk Golf Club. Vida was an assistant to Father Darwin Kirby at Saint George's Episcopal Church, where she was also a member for many years. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Stanford Neal and her daughter, Mary Kathryn Naftzger and her husband Frederick of Ballston Lake, N.Y.; grandmother of Sarah and David Naftzger. Services were held on Saturday at Saint George's Episcopal Church. Memorial contributions may be made to St. George's Church in Vida's memory. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/12/2004 - 8/15/2004. Park, Eunhe Eunice LOS ANGELES, Calif. Eunhe Eunice Park, age 22. Born November 26, 1981 in Lincoln, Neb., she moved to heaven on Sunday, August 1, 2004. She was the second daughter of Chang Hwan Park and Young Ai Park, and younger sister to Soonki Sue Park and older sister to Paul Inki Park. She went to Kamerer Middle school in Louisville, Ky. and graduated from Shenendahowa High School in Clifton Park, N.Y. She attended SUNY Cobleskill and Los Angeles City College and had plans to study child psychology at University of Southern California. While she was going to school, she also worked at Cali Fashions as an assistant manager, where her fashion sense went from college grunge to super trendy. From the beginning, Eunice showed incredible strength and courage in the face of adversity, and still managed to keep a lively sense of humor. Her love for life has brought joy to many lives and will continue to put a smile on the faces of those who remember her. Memorial services have been held in Los Angeles, Calif. and all donations have been sent to the American Heart Association. You may visit her website at: www.remembereunicepark.com We would like to thank the Lord for allowing us 22 wonderful, memorable years. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/14/2004 - 8/15/2004. Sellitti, Rosaria ORMOND BEACH, Fla. Rosaria Sadie Sellitti, 86, died Tuesday, August 10, 2004 after a brief illness at the Ormond Beach Memorial Hospital surrounded by her children. Mrs. Sellitti was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. on April 20, 1918. She was a life long Brooklyn resident until she moved to Florida three years ago to be with her daughter. Mrs. Sellitti loved antiques and ran her own antique shop. Mrs. Sellitti was the beloved wife of Anthony Sellitti for 54 years until his death in 1989. She is survived by her beloved children, Dr. Vincent Sellitti and his wife Claire of Slingerlands and Constance Louise Taylor and her husband Fred of Fla. She was the beloved grandmother of Marisa, Parise and Renata Sellitti, Lisa Guilianno and Kimberly Bandorf. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Church of St. Thomas the Apostle, 35 Adams Place, Delmar on Monday, August 16, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. Internment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Brooklyn on Monday afternoon. Friends may call on Sunday from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Applebee Funeral Home, 403 Kenwood Avenue, Delmar. Contributions in Mrs. Sellitti's memory may be sent to the St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/13/2004 - 8/15/2004. Sevinsky, Christine (Memoriam) SEVINSKY Christine The days and months go by and once again it is your birthday. You'll be partying with the Angels and we will be partying here. You are our special angel. Missing you and loving you. Happy Birthday. Josie, Matt and Erika Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/15/2004. Shrivastav, Ramakant LOUDONVILLE Mr. Ramakant Shrivastav, 78, died August 13, 2004 at the Albany Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Born in Chindwara, India, he came to the Capital District in 1996. A loving family man, he is survived by his wife, Usha; one son, Anupam and his wife Sarojini; one daughter, Priti and her husband Anil Sahai of Saratoga, Calif.; four grandchildren, Swupnil, Harshil, Akahshu and Suhina; survived also by several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Services will be held Monday, August 16 at 1 p.m. at the Oakwood Crematory Chapel, Oakwood Ave., Troy, N.Y. Arrangements by Feeley-Nuzback Funeral Home. Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/15/2004. Solomon, Rose Marie SLINGERLANDS Rose Marie Solomon, formerly of Loudonville, died suddenly on Saturday, August 14, 2004 at home. Born in N.Y., N.Y., Rose Marie was the devoted wife of the late Manny Solomon. Two children, son, Robert J. Murray of Slingerlands and daughter, Deborah Solomon of N.J., survive Mrs. Solomon. Cherished grandchildren, Ashley and Dean Murray as well as devoted friends, Tina and Harold Solomon, Rose Simpson, Connie Zak, Jean Gibson and Everette and Patrick Walters also survive. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, August 17, 3:30 p.m., at Beth Emeth Cemetery, Loudonville. Friends may call at the funeral home from 1-3 p.m. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/15/2004 - 8/16/2004. Strazzeri, Dorothy I. ALBANY Dorothy I. Strazzeri, 76, passed away peacefully Thursday, August 12, 2004 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center in Guilderland, N.Y. Born November 11, 1927 in Churubusco, N.Y., she lived most of her adult life in Albany. Dorothy was the daughter of the late Felix and Stella (Decosse) Trombly. Dorothy was the loving wife of the late Harold D. Strazzeri. A graduate of Chateaugay High School, she worked for Albany Felt Company and later as a crossing guard for the City of Albany. Surviving are her daughter, Nancy Strazzeri and her son David Strazzeri, both of Albany; step-daughter, Mary Meyer of Voorheesville, N.Y.; granddaughter, Holly (Tim) Caufield; grandson, Kristopher Boice; sisters, Jean Ryan of Merrill, N.Y. and Rita Geroux Hall of Massena; brothers, Chester Trombly of Massena, David Trombly of Buffalo and Bob Geroux of Ancram, N.Y.; dearly beloved nieces and nephews, Patricia and Donald Covey, Susan and Tom Leahy, Cindy and Chris DuFore, Joe and Lillie Ryan, Michael and Peggy Ryan, James and Kim Ryan, Jennifer and Eddie Lockwood, Scott, Kim and Jay Trombly of Broadalbin, Diane Major and Danny Francia, Stephanie, Valerie and Jason Trombly, Christa and Scott Hall and Christopher and Brenda Geroux. She was predeceased by her brothers, Floyd, Kem and Ross Trombly; and sisters, Luva Malloy and Irene Francia. Dorothy will be dearly missed by her many friends and relatives. She loved to do arts and crafts, go berry picking, bake and attend church dinners and auctions. Calling hours will be at the Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Ave., Albany, N.Y. (518-463-1594) on Monday, August 16 from 4 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be celebrated at Holy Family Chapel, 45 West 4th Street, Fulton, N.Y. on Tuesday, August 17 at 11 a.m. Burial will follow the Mass in St. Mary's Cemetery, Fulton. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Dorothy's memory may be made to Our Lady of Mercy Life Center, 2 Mercycare Lane, Guilderland, NY 12084. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/15/2004 - 8/16/2004. Tepedino, Michael V. ALBANY Judge Michael V. Tepedino of Albany passed away Wednesday, August 11, 2004. Beloved husband of the late Lillian DeBonis Tepedino; loving father of Carole Monticup and her husband Anthony, Michelle Monticup and her husband Thomas and Vincent M. Tepedino and his wife Kimberlee, all of Clifton Park; cherished grandfather of Anthony Monticup III, Andrea McNeary, Kristen Carl and Michael V. Monticup, Kerry Monticup, Thomas Monticup, Victoria, Kristina and Michael W. Tepedino; dear great-grandfather of Michael P., Matthew, Nicholas, Hunter and Christopher; loving brother of the late Margaret Avitable and her husband George; uncle of Elaine Crowther and her husband Dan. The Judge was born in Albany on June 1, 1913. He was a graduate of Cathedral Academy, Niagara University and received his law degree and Juris Doctorate from St. John's University Law School. After graduation, he opened his law practice in Albany and was a partner in the law firm of Tepedino and Fisher. For many years, he served the Democratic Party as a committeeman. He was elected to Albany City Court in 1963 and served until 1966. He then became justice of Albany City Police Court until 1972, when he was elected Albany County family court judge, serving until 1982. After retiring, he became judicial hearing officer, serving Albany County Supreme Court until 1993. Then he served from 1993 to 2002 in the same capacity in Albany County Family Court. Judge Tepedino was a member of the Albany County Bar Association, the Justice Society of Jurists in America and the Catholic Lawyers Guild. He was a member of Wolfert's Roost Country Club, Albany Knights of Columbus and Elks Club for over 50 years. He was a charter member of the Sons of Italy and the Italian American Community Center. The family would like to offer special thanks to Schenectady County Community Hospice for their care and support. Funeral services Tuesday at 9:15 from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 N. Allen Street, Albany thence to St. Catherine of Siena Church at 10:00 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Monday 3 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow the Mass at St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Those wishing to remember Judge Tepedino in a special way may send contributions to the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205 or St. Anne's Institute, 160 N. Main Avenue, Albany, NY 12206. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/15/2004 - 8/16/2004. Vona, Assunta (Memoriam) VONA Assunta Happy Birthday Mom. It is so hard without you, we miss you beyond words. Love, Your Daughter and Family Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/15/2004. Welsh, Thomas T. LOUDONVILLE Thomas T. Welsh, 80, of Loudonville, died Saturday, August 14, 2004 at his home. Born in South Troy, he was the son of the late Harry J. and Catherine (Dwyer) Welsh. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Helen Hurley Welsh; daughters, Diane M. Welsh of New York, N.Y., Suzanne W. Linsley of Loudonville; and two grandsons, Timothy M. Welsh of Providence, R.I. and W. David Linsley of Loudonville. Tom was the brother of the late Harry, Elizabeth (Senesky), James and Francis Welsh and is also survived by a brother, Captain Lawrence Welsh; sisters-in-law, Elizabeth, Marie and Margaret Welsh; and 13 nieces and nephews. He was a longtime friend of John Maloney and William Johnson and the late James Byrne and David Wales. A graduate of Catholic Central High School in Troy, he served with the 69th Infantry Division in Europe during World War II and was awarded the Combat Infantry Badge and Bronze Star with Oak Cluster for Meritorious Service. Tom worked for 29 years as a supervisor at the Tobin Packing Company before joining the New York Power Authority. He was an avid follower of thoroughbred racing and college basketball. Tom was a longtime member of the Watervliet VFW Post #729 and the Watervliet Lodge of Elks #1500. The funeral will be Tuesday morning at 9:15 from the Parker Bros. Memorial, 2013 Broadway, Watervliet and at 10:00 a.m. at St. Pius X Church in Loudonville where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment will be in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home on Monday from 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Catholic Central High School, 625 7th Avenue, Troy, NY 12182 or to Community Hospice of Albany County, 445 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205. For directions and condolence book, www.parkerbrosmemorial.com Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/15/2004 - 8/16/2004. Wilson, Brian C. RAVENA Brian C. Wilson, 31, of Magnolia Circle, Ravena died peacefully on August 14, 2004 after a brief illness. Brian was employed by Dan's Moving in Selkirk. He is survived by his parents, Donald and Diane Wilson; loving brother of Tammy (Scott) Schneider, Megan (Roy) Hasan and Kerri Wilson; devoted uncle of Erica, Heather and Tyler Schneider; and grandson of Joseph Werner. Brian leaves many cousins, aunts, uncle and friends. Funeral services will be held 9:30 Tuesday morning, August 17, 2004 at St. Patrick's Church, Ravena. Friends may call at the Babcock Funeral Home, Ravena on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. Burial will take place at a later date in Holland, N.Y. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Brian may be made to the American Liver Foundation, 75 Maiden Lane, Suite 603, New York, NY 10038. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/15/2004 - 8/16/2004.