OBITS: Albany Times Union 22 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 Aldering, Flora ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Flora M. Aldering, 81, died Monday, August 16, 2004 in Albuquerque. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Amaziah and Martha Travis Eaton. Wife of the late Robert J. Aldering; mother of late infant daughter, Thelma; sister of George Eaton (Betty), Raymond Eaton (Barbara), Amaziah Eaton (Judy), Barbara Turner, Catherine Eaton and the late Kenneth Eaton and Evaleen Cinnamon; several nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews also survive. Lifelong companion of Leon Humphrey. Funeral services Monday at 10 a.m. from the Dreis Funeral Home, 208 North Allen St., Albany thence to St. John's-St. Ann's in the South End at 10:30 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Sunday 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment, Chestlawn Cemetery, New Baltimore. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/21/2004 - 8/22/2004. Brennan, John J. GREEN ISLAND John J. Brennan, 74, of Paine Street, Green Island, died Thursday, August 19, 2004 at the Samaritan Hospital in Troy. Born in Green Island, son of the late Joseph and Mary Scally Brennan, he was a lifelong resident of the village. Jack served in the US Army from 1951 to 1953 and had been employed by the former Bendix Corporation in Green Island for 32 years, retiring in 1980 as a manufacturing scheduler. He was a communicant of St. Joseph's Church in Green Island and also served as an usher and the church custodian. Jack was a member of the Legnard-Curtin Post American Legion and an avid Yankee, Giants and Notre Dame fan. Survivors include his beloved wife Norma Arnold Brennan; four devoted children, James (Madelyn) Brennan of Schenectady and Terrance, Thomas and Jeanne Brennan, all of Green Island; two cherished grandchildren, Timothy and Kelly Brennan; a sister, Marie Hare of Poughkeepsie; a special sister-in-law, Mary Ella Casey Whitten of Stuart, Fla.; a brother-in-law, Howard Whitey Zielke of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; and his extended grandchildren, Michele, Katrina and Saraya. Funeral from the McNulty Funeral Home, 147 Hudson Avenue, Green Island on Monday at 11:00 a.m. thence to St. Joseph's Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Interment in Saratoga National Cemetery. Calling hours will be on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Jack's memory to St. Joseph's Church, Green Island or Community Hospice of Rensselaer County. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/21/2004 - 8/22/2004. Cadbury, Warder Henry ALBANY Warder Henry Cadbury of Albany, N.Y., died suddenly on August 17, 2004 at his summer home in Indian Lake, N.Y. with his wife, Judy at his side. Born a birthright Quaker 3, January 1925 in Cambridge, Mass., the son of Henry J. and Lydia C. Cadbury. Warder was educated at Westtown School, Haverford College and Yale University. He taught philosophy at Boston University and Earlham College before coming to Albany in 1963 to join the newly created philosophy department at the University of New York at Albany. He was beloved and much admired by his students, respected by his colleagues and achieved tenure an associate professor in 1970. He retired in 1994. Soon after arriving in Albany, through serendipity he met Julia M. Graham, then director of the International Center. They married in 1965. Warder was an extraordinarily sensitive husband and father of their two children, Joel, 37, of Ithaca, N.Y. and Adrianne, 35, of Seattle, Wash. He is also survived by a sister, Elizabeth of Kennett Square, Pa. and brother, Christopher of Rhinebeck, N.Y., in addition to numerous loving nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his sister, Winifred Beer, who died in 1996. Cadbury's family ran a Quaker retreat for adults, Back Log Camp, on the shores of Indian Lake in the Adirondack Mountains from 1910 to 1968. The camp remains in the family. This association with the wilderness of upstate New York led to Cadbury's lifelong interest in and scholarship on North Country history and the arts. He was the biographer of two 19th century figures in Adirondack history: lecturer and writer, William H. H. Adirondack Murray [Adventures in the Wilderness (Syracuse University Press, 1969)], and landscape artist, Arthur Fitzwilliam Tait [Arthur Fitzwilliam Tait: Artist in the Adirondacks (University of Delaware Press, 1986)]. Cadbury was a research associate for the Adirondack Museum in Blue Mountain Lake since its inception in 1957, helping the museum build their collection of Adirondack literature and art, and generously sharing his knowledge with others doing research in Adirondack culture. He was a recipient of the Adirondack Museum's Founder's Award in 1997. Two memorial services are planned, the first will be held at the Adirondack Museum on Sunday, August 29 at 2 p.m., a celebration of Warder's life by Adirondack associates and friends. The second memorial service will be held in Albany this autumn, under the care of the Albany Friends Meeting, at a date to be determined. Those wishing to remember Warder can send a donation to the Cadbury Fund for professional staff and visiting scholars at the Adirondack Museum, Blue Mountain Lake, NY 12812 or to the Indian Lake Volunteer Ambulance Corps, Indian Lake, NY 12842. The family is most appreciative of the Brewer Funeral Home in Lake Luzerne. Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Cammarota, Edward D. NISKAYUNA Edward D. Cammarota, 89, of Barcelona Road, passed peacefully into eternal life on Friday, August 20, 2004 at St. Clare's Hospital. Edward was born on June 4, 1915 in Schenectady, a son of the late Pasquale and Josephine (Matarazzo) Cammarota. He graduated from Nott Terrace High School and received his bachelor's degree in civil engineering from Union College, graduating in 1937. Edward became involved with politics at an early age and remained actively involved. He served as committeeman in the 12th ward and president of the GOP committee of the 12th ward. He was elected and served as Schenectady County Republican Chairman for many terms. For several years, Edward served as a Niskayuna committeeman. He was invited to the White House and met President Gerald Ford. During World War II, he built dry docks for the Navy war ships in N.J. He constructed many roads, bridges and buildings locally during his lifetime. Edward was a faithful member of the Gariele D'Annunzio Order Sons of Italy, Union College Club and many local and national chapters of Republican Associations. He later contributed to many philanthropic causes for the people of Schenectady. He was predeceased by his siblings, Alexander A. Cammarota, Armand A. Cammarota and Dr. C. Gloria Cammarota. Survivors include his nephew, Armand A. Cammarota Jr. of Chicago, Ill.; his sister-in-law, Gloria S. Cammarota of Chicago, Ill.; close cousins and many dear friends. His companion, Dorothy L. Carringi, died in 2001. Services will be held Tuesday morning at 8:30 from the Daly Funeral Home, 242 McClellan Street then to St. Anthony's Church, Seward Place where a Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Entombment will follow the Mass in St. Anthony's Cemetery Mausoleum, Glenville. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Daly Funeral Home on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Rossi & Ditoro Funeral Home, Union at N. Jay Streets, Schenectady. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/22/2004 - 8/23/2004. Cassidy, Sister Rolande ALBANY Sister Rolande Cassidy (M. James Edward), a Sister of the Holy Names for 67 years, died August 20, 2004 at St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, N.Y. Sister resided at Teresian House in Albany. She taught at Mont Royal and St. Dominic's in Montreal, Canada, St. John the Evangelist in Schenectady three different times, St. Peter Claver in Tampa, Fla., St. Michael's in Silver Spring, Md., Immaculate Conception in New Bedford, Mass. and at the Academy of the Holy Names in Albany. She was a religious education coordinator teacher at Holy Redeemer in Kissimmee, Fla. and a volunteer religious education teacher at Our Lady Star of the Sea in New Smyrna Beach, Fla. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Plans for a memorial service will be announced at a future time. In memory of Sister Rolande, donations may be made to the Sisters of the Holy Names, 1061 New Scotland Avenue, Albany, NY 12208. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/21/2004 - 8/22/2004. Cervini, Josephine MECHANICVILLE Mrs. Josephine Jeff Cervini, 76, of Chestnut St., and longtime resident of Leonard St., died Thursday morning, August 19, 2004 at Albany Medical Center after an extended illness. A native and lifelong resident of Mechanicville, she was born March 16, 1928, daughter of the late Ambrose and Rose Fusco DiNata and wife of the late Theodore Cervini Jr., who died in 1991. Mrs. Cervini was a homemaker who, years ago, worked at the Grand Union in Mechanicville. A communicant of Assumption-St. Paul Church in Mechanicville, Mrs. Cervini also enjoyed bocci at the Italian Fraternal Society and bowled for many years in the WIBC Women's Tuesday night league. She enjoyed traveling about this country with her family and friends. A very interested and proud grandmother, Mrs. Cervini attended most of all her grandchildren's academic and sporting events. Survivors include her daughters, Joan and husband Andy Gagliardi of Clifton Park, Rose Marie Cervini of Mechanicville; sons, Theodore and wife Paula Cervini III and Carmine and wife Kelli Cervini, all of Mechanicville; along with grandchildren, Andrew and Michael Gagliardi, Maria, Theodore IV and Christina Cervini, Alexandra and Nicholas Cervini, and Dan and Kevin Auman. Also two brothers, Carmen DiNata of Mechanicville and Anthony DiNata of Brooklyn; along with in-laws; nieces and nephews. The Cervini family thanks Mary Leclaire and Phyllis Verdile for their love, care and concern shown their mother over these many months. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 11:30 a.m. at the Assumption-St. Paul William Street Church with burial in St. Paul's Cemetery. Calling hours at the William Street Church on Sunday from 3-6 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson Disease Research or the John Ahearn Rescue Squad, Mechanicville. Arrangements by the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, Mechanicville. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/21/2004 - 8/22/2004. Crannell, Lansing W. LATHAM Lansing W. Crannell, 81, of Latham, passed away peacefully at St. Peter's Hospital on Friday, August 20, 2004 after a long illness. Mr. Crannell was the past president of Lance/Merrill Distributors in Albany and General Millwork Corp. in Utica. He had served on the board of directors at the Albany Country Club for several years. He was a longtime dedicated Albany River Rats fan. Lansing was predeceased by his wife Donna Campbell Crannell. He is the father of Kathy Hettick and her husband Maline of Calif., William Crannell and his wife Georgianna of Latham, David Crannell and his wife Micky of Maine and Jeffrey Crannell and his wife Jackie of Utica. He is the brother of Winifred Asher of Troy and the late Wilbur H. Crannell. He is also survived by several stepchildren and grandchildren. A private memorial service and interment will be held at Albany Rural Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cam Neely Foundation for Cancer Care, 30 Winter Street, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02108, in memory of Lansing W. Crannell. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/21/2004 - 8/22/2004. Creater, Nicholas C. NASSAU Nicholas Nick Creater, 23, of Route 20, died suddenly on Thursday, August 19, 2004 at his residence. He most recently worked at Thoma Tire in Nassau and was also a member of the South Schodack Fire Company. He is survived by his father, Henry Creater of Schodack; his mother, Sherry Creater of Bristol, Tenn.; two brothers, Jesse Creater of Nassau and Diego Creater of Schodack Landing; a sister, Linda Creater of Nassau; two nieces, two nephews; and many friends. Calling hours will be Monday morning, August 23, 2004 from 10-12 at the Ray Funeral Home, 59 Seaman Ave., Castleton, N.Y. A graveside service will be held immediately after the calling hours in Horizonview Cemetery, Brookview Station Rd., Castleton, NY. Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Dellehunt, Charlotte (Memoriam) DELLEHUNT Charlotte In loving memory of my Mom, Charlotte C. Dellehunt, who passed away 2 years ago today. We know you are once again looking after Dad and Trevor. Love You and Miss You, Alan and Jean Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. DeMarco, Ruth DELMAR Ruth Evelyn DeMarco of Delmar, August 21, 2004, at St. Peter's Hospital. Born in N.Y. State, she has lived in this area a number of years. Ruth was daughter of the late William and Jeanette Bradt and wife of the late Guy DeMarco. She had been a waitress at Tool's Restaurant in Delmar for many years. Mother of the late Eleanor Martinez; grandmother of Aaron McElroy, Mass., Shannon McElroy, Watervliet, Heather Peterson, Albany, Brenda LaCombe, Waterford; also survived by six great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to her viewing hours Monday 6-8 p.m. at the Wm. Leahy Funeral Home, 336 3rd Street, Troy, N.Y. Interment, Albany Rural Cemetery. Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Dugan, Jocelyn Mary (Memoriam) DUGAN Jocelyn Mary (Jocie) Happy Birthday my darling daughter Jocie. For 36 years you have been celebrating your birthday in Gods Heaven. Your Dad loves and misses you every day and I Thank You for our daily conversations. OXOXOX...Daddy Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Edwards, Dennis Alan ALBANY Dennis Alan Edwards, 51, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, August 17, 2004. Dennis was born in Albany on November 21, 1952 to Ralph and Alice Edwards. Dennis graduated from Milne High School. He then furthered his education at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy and at American International College in Springfield, Mass. Dennis played basketball both in high school and college. He was an avid sports fan. Dennis was a good neighbor and helpful to everyone in his community. Dennis worked at the Westfield State Detention Center in Westfield, Mass. and the NYS Office of Children and Family Services. Dennis is survived by his wife Marla Stanley Edwards of Springfield, Mass.; two sons, Dennis Alan Edwards II of Columbus, Ohio and Anthony Raphael Edwards of Middletown, Conn.; one daughter, Alexandria Corrine Edwards of Springfield, Mass.; and one stepson, Dwight DeWeaver of Dayton, Ohio; his devoted mother, Alice L. Edwards; and two brothers, David W. (Tanya) Edwards of Cicero, N.Y. and Douglas J. (Yolanda) Edwards of Summerville, S.C. Dennis also leaves to cherish his memory, five uncles, Judge Dennis Edwards (Dorothy) of New York City, Emmett Foster of Ocala, Fla., Clayton Thomas of Patchogue, N.Y., Lorenzo Jackson of Philadelphia, Pa. and Francis Jackson of Bay Shore, N.Y.; five aunts, Mabel Copeland of Bay Shore, N.Y., June Foster of Ocala, Fla., Phyllis Patrick of Central Islip, N.Y., Sylvia Thomas of Patchogue, N.Y. and Mary Jackson of Bay Shore, N.Y.; three nephews, David Edwards II of Syracuse, Mitchell and Emmanuel Edwards of Liverpool, N.Y.; two nieces, Taneeka and Elasia Mitchell of Albany; his godfather, Joseph J. Lucas of Albany; and a host of cousins and friends. Dennis is predeceased by his father, Ralph Edwards. Relatives and friends are invited and may call on Sunday evening, August 22, 2004 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave). Funeral services will be held at the Cathedral of All Saints, 62 South Swan Street, Albany on Monday, August 23, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will immediately follow the services and will be at Memory's Garden in Colonie. The Edwards family will receive callers on Monday, August 23, 2004 at 4:00 p.m. at the Capital City Lodge, 120 Madison Ave., Albany. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/21/2004 - 8/22/2004. Ellisworth, Lillian ALBANY Lillian Ellisworth, 79, of So. Pearl Street, died Saturday, August 14, 2004 at Vassar Bros. Hospital in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Funeral services will be held at the Magin & Keegan Funeral Home, 891 Madison Ave., Monday afternoon 12:30. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home after 11:30 a.m. Interment, Albany Rural Cemetery. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/21/2004 - 8/22/2004. Farrell, Edward W. EAST GREENBUSH Edward W. Farrell, age 45 years, of Troy Road, died suddenly Friday, August 20, 2004. He was born in Albany and lived in Rensselaer before moving to East Greenbush 13 years ago. Ed was a retired police officer for the City of Rensselaer and currently worked for Tri-Lift Inc. in Albany. He was a member of the Albany Yacht Club and was an avid baseball fan umpiring for many years. Ed also was an avid New York baseball fan. Husband of Sharleen Allen Farrell of East Greenbush; father of Victoria and Eric Farrell, both of East Greenbush; son of the late Hugh E. and Mary Jane James Farrell; brother of Laura A. Clayton of Troy and James H. Farrell of Plattsburgh. Also survived by Tara Walker, his best friend, Hunter and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral from the W.J. Lyons Jr. Funeral Home, 1700 Washington Avenue, Rensselaer, Tuesday morning at 8:30 and 9:30 at the Church of St. Mary at Clinton Heights where the Liturgy of Christian Death and Burial will be offered. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home Monday from 4-7 p.m. Interment will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, East Greenbush. Condolence page at: www.wjlyonsfuneralhome.com Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/22/2004 - 8/23/2004. Frisbee, Florence M. GUILDERLAND Florence M. (Loux) Frisbee, 91, formerly of Sand Creek Rd., Colonie and Parker Rd., Selkirk, died Friday, August 20, 2004 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center. Mrs. Frisbee was born in Delmar on June 9, 1913, the daughter of the late Anthony J. and Jenny Loux. Mrs. Frisbee spent her entire life as a homemaker. She was married to Stanton M. Frisbee Sr. for 73 years until his death in November 2002. Mrs. Frisbee is survived by her children, Stanton Frisbee Jr. (Sandy), Betty Thomas, Marion Giordano (Salvatore) and Ronald Frisbee (Jean) and a sister, Beatrice Ormsbee. She is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by siblings, Grace Salisbury, Edna Chrysler, Joseph Loux, George Loux, Frances Franz and Arthur Loux. Relatives and friends may call at the Applebee Funeral Home, 403 Kenwood Ave., Delmar on Monday, August 23, 2004 from 4 to 8 p.m. and are invited to attend her funeral service which will be held on Tuesday, August 24, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Bethlehem Cemetery, Delmar. Contributions in her memory may be made to Our Lady of Mercy Life Center, 2 Mercy Care Lane, Guilderland, NY 12084. We wish to thank the staff of Our Lady of Mercy for the kind, loving care given to our mother while a resident at the center. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/22/2004 - 8/23/2004. Galos, Margaret E. ALBANY Margaret E. Galos, 64, of Albany, died suddenly at her residence Wednesday, August 18, 2004. Born in Budapest Hungary, she lived in the Albany area since 1957. Daughter of the late Sandor and Margaret Csiffary Toth. She was the wife of the late Geza Galos who died in 1984. Margaret retired in 2003 from St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. She was a member of the Hungarian Benevolent Society of Schenectady, N.Y. Beloved sister of Zsuzsanna (Martin) Ezra of Pa. Graveside services will be Monday, 10 a.m. in Memory's Garden Cemetery, Colonie, N.Y. Family will be present to receive friends at the Chicorelli Funeral Home, Inc., 331 Delaware Ave., Albany, Sunday, August 22, 2004, 6 to 8 p.m. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/21/2004 - 8/22/2004. Geremia, Helen V. COHOES Helen V. Geremia departed this world and went home to Dad Friday, August 20, 2004. Born in Cohoes on June 19, 1916, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anita Carboni Minucci. She was the wife of the late Alfred F. Geremia who died in 1999. Mrs. Geremia was educated in Cohoes schools and was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Rita's/Sacred Heart Parish in Cohoes. She was devoutly religious and more than anything she loved her family Her memory will always be cherished by her daughters, Carol (Frank) Verchereau and Mary Anne Pederson. She was the beloved grandmother of Lisa and David Verchereau, Glory Rousselle, Sherry VanVranken and Joshua Pederson; great-grandmother of Jacob and Alex Verchereau and Luke Rousselle; dear sister of Gloria Sokoloski; aunt of Joseph Sokoloski; also survived by several other nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. from the Marra Funeral Home, corner of Remsen and Columbia Sts., Cohoes and at 9:00 a.m. from St. Rita's Church. Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Waterford. Calling hours will be Monday from 4-8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or St. Rita's/Sacred Heart Church Parish, Cohoes. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/22/2004 - 8/23/2004. Gypson, Kenneth F. NORTH GREENBUSH Kenneth F. Gypson, 79, died suddenly Thursday, August 19, 2004 at his residence. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Lowell H. Gypson and Janet (Dyer) Gypson. He was the loving husband of 56 years to Anne (Gutkowski) Gypson. He had resided in North Greenbush for 45 years and was a graduate of Milne High School in Albany and Pratt Art Institute in New York City. Mr. Gypson was employed as a communications officer for Key Corp. Holding Company in Albany for ten years, retiring in the late 70s. Prior to that, he worked for the Burlington Daily News, Knickerbocker News and founded the public relations departments at Hudson Valley Community College and Samaritan Hospital. Ken was a former member of the Kiwanis Club of Troy and a member of the Disabled American Veterans. Active in antique auto circles, he founded the Vermont Automobile Enthusiasts in 1953 and was a past president. A Gypson Trophy is still presented annually. Ken was co-founder and past president of the Automobilists of the Upper Hudson Valley. He was also a member of Atlantic Coast Old Timers, a vintage racing organization and Slow Spokes, a vintage car touring group. He was an Army Infantry veteran of World War II, stationed in Italy and North Africa. Ken had a deep love of music, especially Hawaiian, and played several instruments. He actively participated in the Poestenkill jam group. Survivors in addition to his wife include a son, Kenneth J. Gypson (Nancy) of Poestenkill; a daughter, Karen J. Patton (Daniel) of Brunswick; and two grandsons, Joshua and Seth Gypson. He was predeceased by a brother, Lowell Gypson II. Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at the Bryce Funeral Home Inc., 276 Pawling Avenue, Troy with Rev. Michael White, pastor of the Eagle Mills Christian Disciples Church officiating. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home Monday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Interment, Eagle Mills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301 Attn: Gift Processing Center. For a private family guest book and service directions, visit: www.brycefh.com Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Haight, Richard D. SCHENECTADY Richard D. Haight, 61, of Schenectady, died on July 26, 2004. Richard was a graduate of Guilderland High School. Mr. Haight was a service representative with Niagara Mohawk Power Co., retiring in 1995. He was past commodore of the Schenectady Yacht Club, past chief of Stanford Heights Fire Department, retired chief petty officer U.S. Navy, member of Capital Area Chief's Association, Northeast Arms Collectors Association, Fleet Reserve Association, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion and Tin Can Sailors Association. Mr. Haight married Carol Russell on July 30, 1966. Survivors include his wife Carol; his daughter, Ruthann (Steven) Cassidy of Sacramento, Calif.; and his brother, Paul E. Haight of Guilderland. Calling hours and memorial services will be held on Tuesday, August 24 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave). Memorial contributions may be made to the Catie Hoch Foundation, 27 Southwood Drive, Ballston Spa, NY 12019 or the Animal Protective Foundation, Maple Avenue, Alplaus, NY in memory of Richard D. Haight. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/22/2004 - 8/23/2004. Hudson, Jamari ALBANY Jamari Hudson, infant son of Lawrence and Melinda Calhoun Hudson, died Friday, August 13, 2004 at the Albany Medical Center Hospital. He is also survived by siblings, Brandon Calhoun, Domonique and Najara Gillia, and Dimitri Hudson. Service will be at Graceland Cemetery, Albany Tuesday 3 p.m. Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Hunter, Florence Ponce (Memoriam) HUNTER Florence Ponce It has been one year since that night God called you home. Though it broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone. Part of us went with you. Love, Your Family Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Jones, Mildred GUILDERLAND Mildred Jones, 80, of Guilderland, died Friday, August 20, 2004 in the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital. Mrs. Jones was born in the town of Baltimore, and lived all her life in the Capital District. She was employed for many years by the Times Union in the classified advertising department and was a member of the Colonie Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. Mrs. Jones is survived by her daughters, Linda Hughes of Colonie and Karen (Jim) Connors of Colonie; her son, Robert (Ina) Fischer of Rotterdam; her brother, Harold Chappie (Mary) Acker of Albany; her grandchildren, Patrick, James and Meghan Hughes, Melissa and Joseph Evans, Ian and Lindsay Connors, and Kia and Alden Fischer; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Monday morning at 10:00. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home Sunday from 4-8 p.m. Interment will be in Memory's Garden, Colonie. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/21/2004 - 8/22/2004. Lee, Georgann CASTLETON Georgann Lee, 69, of Creekside Circle, Castleton, formerly of Nassau, died Thursday, August 19, 2004 at St. Mary's Hospital in Troy after a brief illness. Mrs. Lee was born in Albany, the daughter of the late George and Sarah Hacker. She and her late husband, Jarvie Lee Jr., who passed away three months ago, lived in Nassau for 35 years before moving to Castleton in 1990. Mrs. Lee is survived by her son, Jarvie Lee III (Butch) of East Greenbush, Fred Lee of Nassau, Dennis Lee of Rensselaer and Gary Lee of Averill Park; two daughters, Linda Hahn of Nassau and Cynthia Bellefueille of Ohio; two sisters, Frances Polonka of Latham and Phyllis Whitman of Selkirk; 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The Lee family would like to express our sincere thanks to everyone who helped make our mother's last days as comfortable as possible: Dr. Barbarotto and staff, Dr. Gupta, Dr. Zackon Cardiology group, St. Mary's 3rd floor ICU, Catherine, Theresa Gayle and everyone else. Funeral from the Thomas P. Mooney Funeral Home, 11 Elm St., Nassau, Monday morning at 10:00. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home Sunday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Interment, Nassau Cemetery. Contributions to Rensselaer County Hospice, 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144 in Mrs. Lee's memory would be appreciated. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/21/2004 - 8/22/2004. Malo, Thomas E. WATERFORD Thomas E. Malo, 90, formerly of Vanderwerken Avenue, Waterford at Van Rensselaer Manor, North Greenbush after a long illness. He was born and educated in Cohoes and was the son of the late William and Edna Malo. He retired from Albany Felt Co., retiring in 1980. He was a communicant of St. Anne's Church, North side and was an avid walker. He is survived by his brother, John Malo of Troy and his sister, Mae Carlos of Scotia. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Funeral Monday 9:30 a.m. at the Dufresne Funeral Home, Inc., 216 Columbia Street, Cohoes with Rev. Arthur J. Becker officiating. Interment in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Waterford. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. For directions and guest registry, www.dufresnefuneralhome.com Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/21/2004 - 8/22/2004. Moore, Margaret (Memoriam) MOORE In loving memory of Margaret. Its been 8 long years. Not a day goes by that we do not think of you. You are now with Billy. We love and miss you very much. Your Loving Family Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Pedersen Jr., Christian ALTAMONT Christian Pedersen Jr., 71, entered into eternal life on Friday, August 20, 2004 in New Smyrna Beach, Fla. He was predeceased by his parents, Marie Lauridsen Pedersen and Christian Pedersen. He was also predeceased by his wife, Janet Flansburg Pedersen. Chris served his country in the Army during the Korean War and was a long time member of the Boyd Hilton VFW Post in Altamont. After returning home, he worked for the N.Y. Telephone Co. for 36 years before retiring. He is survived by his daughter, Cindy Pedersen; two grandsons, Kevin Christian (Mutsumi) Seymour and Kelly Ethan (Amanda) Seymour and two great-grandchildren, Alyssa Mutsumi and Seiya Christian Seymour, all of Florida. He is also survived by his Sweetie, Beverly Sheehy, her daughter Wendy (Mark) Reamer and grandchildren, Joey and Jonna Reamer; his beloved brother, Fred Bob (Ruth) Pedersen of Acra, N.Y.; his beloved sisters, Doris (Elwood) Vanderbilt of Onesquethaw and Agnes Geel of Albany. He will be very much missed by his many nieces and nephews who dearly loved him. A graveside service will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Onesquethaw Cemetery, Tarrytown Road, Feura Bush, N.Y. Relatives and friends may call at the Fredendall Funeral Home, 199 Main St., Altamont on Monday from 5-8 p.m. Following the graveside service, family and friends will fellowship at the Onesquethaw Church Hall for refreshments. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make contributions to the Altamont Rescue Squad, PO Box 56, Altamont, NY 12009. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/21/2004 - 8/22/2004. Perry, Ethel Mae ALBANY Ethel Mae Kearney Perry was born on May 27, 1934 in Warrenton, N.C. to the late Laura Baskett Kearney Davis and Earlie Kearney. She departed this life on August 18, 2004 at Albany Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. She was surrounded by her family and loved ones at the time of her passing. Ethel spent her first 20 years in Albany employed at Flah's Department Store. She also worked for several years at the Whitney M. Young Health Center in Albany and she was currently employed at the Hackett Middle School at the time of her passing. Her memory will be forever cherished by her five children, Betty J. Smith, Gail Pat Perry, Regina Goodbee, Lori Brodhead-Cancer (James) and her only son, Jeffery L. White. Also left to cherish her memory, two sisters, Marie K. Williams (Charles) and Josephine K. Floyd (Lee) and sister-in-laws, Rebecca Kearney and Ernestine Kearney; ten grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews, Gene Gaddy, the nephew who became the surrogate son, and Alexander Williams, the oldest nephew, Wilhelmina Alston and Geraldine Graves, the two oldest nieces; special longtime friend, Mrs. Minnie Roberts and in memory Mrs. Charlie Mae Johnson Everett. Funeral service 12 noon Monday at Metropolitan N.T.M. Baptist Church, 105 Second St. Calling hours Monday 10:30 a.m.-12 noon. Interment, Memory's Garden, Colonie, N.Y. Contributions in her memory may be made to Stay Strong Foundation, Columbus Circle Station, P.O. Box 20227, N.Y., NY. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/21/2004 - 8/22/2004. Prescott Sr., Leonard E. CLIFTON PARK Leonard E. Prescott Sr., 80, of Clifton Park, beloved husband for 56 years to Ruth Finkle Prescott, died Friday morning, August 20, 2004 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Mr. Prescott was born in Troy the son of the late Henry J. and Caroline Kegler Prescott. He received an associates degree from NYS Veteran's College and attended R.P.I. Mr. Prescott served as a 2nd class petty officer in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the South Pacific. He retired in 1991 as an electrical engineer specialist from General Electric Research and Development after 35 years of service. He was a communicant of St. Mary's Church in Crescent and also a member of the Adirondack Fiddler's Club in Schuylerville. He enjoyed collecting violins, gardening and traveling throughout the world. In addition to his wife, survivors include a son, Leonard E. Prescott Jr. and his wife Deborah of Clifton Park; four cherished grandchildren, Eric J. Prescott, Jeffrey L. Prescott, Faith C. Prescott and Grace C. Prescott. He is also survived by four great-grandchildren, Jacob J. Prescott, Ethan A. Prescott, Jonathan Blue Prescott-Spadaro and Devin Vacherault; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Prescott was predeceased by a sister, Rose Marie Beaucherio; and two brothers, Leo L. Prescott and Henry J. Prescott Jr. Funeral services will be Monday, August 23, 2004 at 9:45 a.m. from the Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home, 149 Old Loudon Road, Latham and at 10:30 a.m. in St. Mary's Church in Crescent with Rev. Tom Hayes officiating. Interment will be in Blooming Grove Cemetery in North Greenbush. Relatives and friends are invited to attend and may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 5-7 p.m. Expressions of sympathy in memory of Mr. Prescott may be made to a charity of one's choice. Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Reid, John D. BETHLEHEM John D. Reid, 43, passed away Wednesday, August 18, 2004 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. Born in Albany, he was the son of Mary Ehrcke Reid and the late John F. Reid. John was a graduate of Bethlehem Central High School and was employed by Senior Services of Albany as a driver before retirement. John enjoyed his job and was loved by everyone that had the pleasure of riding with him. John enjoyed nature in all its beauty. He is survived by his three sisters, Carol Reid of Albany, Nancy Reid of Burlington, Vt. and Laura Reid of Tupper Lake; his nieces and nephews, Woody, Mary, Willa and Julian Reid. Funeral services were held Monday, August 23, 2004 at the Tebbutt Funeral Home, 633 Central Ave., Albany. Relatives and friends were invited to call at the funeral home from 12:00-1:00 before the service. Interment followed in Holy Spirit Lutheran Cemetery, Glenmont. Donations in John's memory may be made to St. Peter's Hospital Foundation, Inc., 317 S. Manning Blvd. 12208. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/22/2004 - 8/24/2004. Riordan, Eugene R. RIVERSIDE, Conn. Eugene R. Riordan, 69, passed away August 20, 2004. Born in Troy, N.Y., graduate of LaSalle Institute, Class of 1952, and R.P.I., Class of 1956. Survivors, wife, Louise; daughters, Stacey and Kerry; sister, Iva. Friends are invited to the family's home Saturday, August 28 and Sunday, August 29 from 1-5 p.m. Arrangements, Leo P. Gallagher Funeral Home (203) 327-1313. Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Ruby Ridge (Memoriam) RUBY Ridge ID. Aug. 21-31, 1992 A. Non Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Saul, Grace (Memoriam) SAUL Grace My sister, my friend, it's been seven years. I miss you so much. Love, Dorothy Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. St. Angelo, Louise Iarossi ALBANY Louise Iarossi St. Angelo, 96, died Saturday, August 21, 2004 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital after a brief illness surrounded by her sister and her loving family. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Felicetta Padula Iarossi. Mrs. St. Angelo was a homemaker and an avid cook. She was a communicant of St. Catherine of Siena Church. Wife of the late Joseph St. Angelo; sister of Nettie Nicholson of Edmund, Okla., Vera Iarossi Cristo of Colonie and the late Viola George, Anna Spagnuolo, Vincent, Frank, Pasquale and Nicholas Jr. Iarossi. She is also survived by several devoted nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews, loving friends and neighbors. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Catherine of Siena Church, 40 Hopewell St., Albany. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call at the Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Ave. on Monday from 4-7 p.m. Interment, St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Those who wish may send contributions to the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital, 315 So. Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208 or Happy Hats & More, Inc., for children with cancer-related illnesses, PO Box 13116, Albany, NY 12212 in memory of Louise, Viola and Anna. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/22/2004 - 8/23/2004. Steward Sr., William RAVENA William Steward Sr., 76, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 19, 2004 at his residence. Relatives and friends may call at Caswell Funeral Home, Ravena, Sunday from 4 until 7 p.m. The funeral will be Monday at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Chestnut Lawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the Ravena Rescue Squad, PO Box 144, Ravena, NY 12143 will be appreciated. Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Thorburn, Flora WEST GLENVILLE Mrs. Flora Thorburn (MacIntyre), 73, died August 20, 2004. Her husband, John Thorburn, predeceased her in 1986. Survived by children, David (Laura), Alex (Michelle), Christopher Thorburn, Ann (Joseph) Bellardini and Jane (Brian) Taber; seven grandchildren; two sisters; a brother. Calling Monday 7-9 p.m. at the Glenville Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday 9 a.m., St. Joseph's Church. Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Weatherhead, Charles Wesley NISKAYUNA Charles Wesley Weatherhead, 76, of Cunningham Court, died on Saturday morning, August 21, 2004 at Ellis Hospital with his family by his side. Charles was born February 9, 1928 in Brookline, Mass., son of the late Charles W. and Mona Robinson Weatherhead. He was a graduate of Brookline High School and was a veteran of the US Army, serving in Korea, and retired from the Army after 20 years of service. Charles was a regional manager for Burns International Security for 28 years, worked for the Niskayuna Recreational Center and Hertz Rental Car. He was a member of the Rotterdam BPOE Elks, American Legion Post 1092, an inspector at the election board, a member of the Niskayuna Senior Center, Tuesday Sr. Golf League at Schenectady Municipal Golf Course, Sr. Early Bird League and Wild Animals, both at Boulevard Bowl. Charles is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary Warych Weatherhead; father of Thomas Weatherhead and his wife Judi of Altamont, N.Y., Laura Weatherhead of New York City, Kathleen Willette and her husband Wayne of Canton, N.Y. and predeceased by his son, John Weatherhead, who died August 19, 2003; brother of Gail Weatherhead, Donald Weatherhead and Richard Weatherhead, all of Quincy, Mass.; grandfather of Jordan Willette of Canton, N.Y., Kacie Weatherhead of Altamont, N.Y., Nicholas Weatherhead, Jillian Weatherhead and John Tyler Weatherhead, all of Davie, Fla.; also nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service on Tuesday morning with prayers at 9:45 a.m. at the Jones Funeral Home, 1503 Union Street (at McClellan St.) and then to St. Helen's Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Calling hours will be Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home for those who wish to call. Interment with military honors will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Schenectady. Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be made in Charles' memory to the American Legion Post 1092, 1809 Union St., Niskayuna, NY 12309. Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Weir, Mary G. CLIFTON PARK Mary G. Weir, 79, of Parkwood Village Apartments in Clifton Park, N.Y., departed this life on Sunday morning, August 15, 2004 at Ellis Hospital after a brief illness. Born in North Adams, Mass. on June 13, 1925, she was the daughter of the late James F. Mooney and Gertrude Goodman Mooney. Mary spent her childhood years in Hoosick Falls, N.Y. and graduated in 1943 from St. Mary's Academy. After completing high school, she left Hoosick Falls and entered St. Peter's School of Nursing in Albany, N.Y. where she earned her nursing degree in 1946. She began her career as a registered nurse at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany then served many years as an RN for the New York State Department of Civil Service Employee Health Services Division, from where she retired. Mary also served many years in the New York State National Guard and retired with the rank of colonel. Mary was an avid reader, collected coins, stamps and many types of military memorabilia. She was also an ardent New York Giants football fan; right up to her death, she wondered what effect a new football coach and a #1 draft pick at quarterback would have on her Giants' success this year. Mary loved to travel and enjoyed spending summer vacation time with her brother, sister-in-law and three nieces camping on Cape Cod, Mass. Fondly known as Aunt Bird by her family, Mary was well known for her sharp wit and always had a positive outlook on life, even during her last few months when she faced numerous medical challenges. All through her life, her family looked forward to receiving the most unique greeting cards and gifts that were both comical and always well-suited to the recipient. Mary was the dear sister of the late Francis J. Mooney and sister-in-law of Joan Fenn Mooney of Colonie. Aunt Bird will be sorely missed by her nieces, Patricia M. Mooney and Mary Beth Mooney and her husband Randy Fine, all of Niskayuna, and the late Kathleen A. Mooney. She was the devoted great aunt to Kevan G. Mooney and Brandon and Cameron Fine. She was the former wife of the late James J. Weir. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, August 24, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Helen's Church, Union Street in Schenectady. Calling hours will be Monday, August 23, 2004 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Avenue). Interment will be in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Memorial contributions may be made to the Capital City Rescue Mission, 259 South Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12202 in memory of Mary G. Weir. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/22/2004 - 8/23/2004. Weiss, Carol (Memoriam) WEISS Carol In memory of Carol Weiss, who passed away four years ago today. Always on our mind, forever in out heart. Love, Your Family Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Whitefield, Dr. John William HOPEWELL JUNCTION Dr. John William Whitefield, 68, a longtime resident of Dutchess County, died at his home on Friday, August 20, 2004. The son of James and Amy Whitefield, Dr. Whitefield was a 1965 graduate of Cornell School of Veterinary Medicine. He was an accomplished veterinary surgeon and the founder of Hudson Highlands Veterinary Medical Group, with hospitals in Hopewell Junction and Beacon. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Twila (Moore); brothers, James, Fishkill and Douglas, Greensboro, N.C.; nieces, Heather, Amy, Anne and Jenell; nephews, Brent, Derek and Glenn and grandnephews, Curtis and Myles; his son and daughter at heart, James Babcock and Joanne Horton; many staff members and friends who he considered to be family. His many talents and interests included hiking, aviation, woodworking and nature photography. His accomplishments included piloting his airplane in a trans Atlantic air rally, being a participating member of the Greenland Expedition Society, completing the Appalachian Trail in 2000, several photographic trips to Antarctica and most recently by achieving his lifelong dream by opening a new modern veterinary hospital on Lime Kiln Road in Hopewell Junction. Calling hours will be at the Fishkill Baptist Church on Monday, August 23, 2004 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., and 9-11 a.m. August 24, 2004 with the funeral service immediately following. Interment will take place in Fishkill Rural Cemetery. Donations may be made to Fishkill Baptist Church, 107 Route 82, Fishkill, NY or Community Caregivers, 300 Mill Rose Court, Suite 200, Slingerlands, NY 12159. Arrangements under the direction of Robert H. Auchmoody Funeral Homes, Inc., 900 Route 82, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 (845) 221-9234. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/22/2004 - 8/23/2004. Williams, Alexander (Memoriam) WILLIAMS Dear Uncle Peewee, You are truly missed and loved. Internally in our hearts. Love, Your Neices, Bea, Donna and Kim Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Williams Sr., Alexander (Memoriam) WILLIAMS Alexander Sr. Dad, It's one year today that you left us and went away! Our love for you and the memories we shared will live forever in our hearts. Love, Al and Renee Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Williams Sr, Alexander (Memoriam) WILLIAMS Alexander Sr. Grandpa, You have been gone one year. We miss you very much and will always love you. Love, Byron, Kelvin Jr. and Judaea Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Williams Sr., Alexander (Memoriam) WILLIAMS Alexander Sr. Alexander, It's been one year. It seems like yesterday that God took you home. Miss you, love you. Sister-In-Law, Carrie Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Williams Sr., Alexander (Memoriam) WILLIAMS Alexander Sr. Pee Wee, You will never know how much I missed you this past year!! Love, Your Brother, Sim Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Williams Sr., Alexander (Memoriam) WILLIAMS Alexander Sr. Wee, I think of you often, and speak to you through my prayers and conversations with God. I miss you much. Rest in peace. Love, Your Nephew Kevin Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Williams Sr., Alexander (Memoriam) WILLIAMS Alexander Sr. Alexander, not a day goes by that I don't think of you! Sometimes with tears and sometimes with a smile, but I carry the memory of your love in my heart, so we shall never be truly separated. Happy First Birthday with Jesus. Love Your Wife, Betty Published in the Albany Times Union on 8/22/2004. Wolfe, Stefania M. (Stella) WYNANTSKILL Stefania (Stella) Wolfe, 82, died Wednesday, August 18, 2004 at Samaritan Hospital in Troy while under the care of the Community Hospice. Known to many as Stella, she was born in Cohoes on May 29, 1922 and was the daughter of the late Francis and Mary Magdalena Rys Golan. For much of her life, Stella resided in Cohoes where she had attended St. Michael's Church and Holy Trinity Parish. She had been a resident of Wynantskill since 1992. At the age of 16, Stella took employment with Cluett, Peabody and Co. in Troy, where she worked until 1950. Following her employment with Cluett's, she dedicated herself to her home and to raising her family. She later took employment with Kay's Caps in Green Island, where she worked for 36 more years until her retirement 12 years ago. Stella enjoyed reading mystery novels and especially enjoyed the author Mary Higgins Clark. She also enjoyed listening to classical music, especially the compositions of Verdi, cooking, taking walks, Yankee Trails bus trips with her family, watching the news and keeping up with current events and polka dancing with her sister. Proud of her heritage, she always maintained a nationalistic Polish pride. Although Stella had many enjoyable pastimes, nothing brought her as much pleasure as the time she spent with her loving family. Stella was the beloved wife of 57 years of William P. Wolfe; loving mother of Cynthia Fronczek and her husband Edward of Waterford; cherished grandmother of Michael Dickinson of Mechanicville, Jessica, Carrie and Stephanie Fronczek, all of Waterford; great-grandmother of Alexis and Kylie Dickinson; dear sister of Bertha Golan of Cohoes, Frank Golan and wife Cathy of Cold Springs, N.Y. and the late Helen Golan, Jean Bousquet whose husband George of Waterford survives and Joseph Golan. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Funeral service on Tuesday at 10 a.m. in the Parker Bros. Memorial, 2013 Broadway, Watervliet where the Reverend Michael Crandall will officiate. Interment will follow in St. Michael's Cemetery, Waterford. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. Contributions in memory of Stella may be made to the Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/21/2004 - 8/22/2004. Wos Jr., August SCHENECTADY August Augie Wos Jr., 73, of Gibson St., died suddenly Saturday, August 21, 2004 at Ellis Hospital. Augie was born in Schenectady and was a 1949 graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. Mr. Wos was also a US Army veteran. He had worked at the General Electric Co. for 45 years as senior designer in the plant facilities department, retiring in 1994. He enjoyed fishing with his buddies, was a member of the Rotterdam Elks and a communicant of St. Paul the Apostle Church. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Sue Donato Wos; three sons, Mark Wos and his wife Susan of Guilderland, Paul Wos and his wife Martha of East Greenbush and John Wos and his wife Michelle of Maineville, Ohio; two sisters, Helen Valli and her husband Hank of Concord, N.C. and Anna Bubniak and her husband Jake of Amsterdam; a sister-in-law, Peggy Wos of Glenville; five grandchildren, Matthew, Meagan, Christopher, Elizabeth and Tyler Wos; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Walter Wos. Funeral service Tuesday morning 8:15 from the Daly Funeral Home, Inc., 242 McClellan St., Schenectady and 9:00 at St. Paul the Apostle Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours Monday evening 6 to 8 at the funeral home. Entombment, Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul the Apostle Church Parish Center, 2777 Albany St., Schenectady, NY 12304 or St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 125 Wolf Rd., Albany, NY 12205. Published in the Albany Times Union from 8/22/2004 - 8/23/2004.