OBITS: Albany Times Union 6 Jul 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 Apostol, Beatrice C. WATERFORD Beatrice C. Apostol, 76, of Middletown Rd. died Sunday July 4, 2004 at Samaritan Hospital. Born in Cohoes she was the daughter of the late Leonard and Celina Raymond Roberts and was a graduate of the former St. Joseph's School in Cohoes. Beatrice has been employed for the past 20 years by the Rensselaer County Department of Social Services. She enjoyed spending time with her family and visiting with her friends at Cossayuna Lake. She was widow of the late Alexander R. Apostol. Mother of Christine M. Carnibucci of Cohoes, Diane R. Primeau and her husband Timothy of Waterford and David G. Apostol and his wife Lynn of Mechanicville. She was sister of the late Raymond and Arthur Roberts. She is grandmother of Kristin Peterson of Arizona, Jessica Carnibucci of Cohoes and Leo Primeau of Waterford and great-grandmother of Jacob Carnibucci, Ryan and Ean Peterson. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 9 a.m. from the Philip J. Brendese Funeral Home, 133 Broad St. (Rt. 32), Waterford and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Waterford. Interment will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Waterford. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday 4-8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice, 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144. Special thanks to her friends at Rensselaer County for their kind donations of sick time and to the staff at both Eddy Heritage House and Samaritan Hospital ICU/PCU for the compassionate care given to both Beatrice and her family. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/5/2004 - 7/6/2004. Barr, Orrin J. DELMAR Orrin J. Barr, 87, died Sunday, July 4, 2004 at the Good Samaitan Health Care Center. Born in Albany, he attended Albany Schools and was on the All Albany Basketball Team while at CBA. Orrin was the son of the late J. Harry and Mary McBride Barr. He was an Army Veteran of World War II having served in the European Theatre. He lived in Delmar since 1960 and worked for the New York Telephone Company for 42 years retiring as a claims agent in 1978. Mr. Barr was a life member of the New York Telephone Company Pioneers, a life member and past commander of the Ft. Orange Post # 30 American Legion, and a member of the Normanside Country Club where he served on the Board of Governors. Mr. Barr was a communicant of St. Thomas the Apostle Church. He was active in local politics for many years and was a member of the Bethlehem Republican Club. He was also a member of the Bethlehem Board of Appeals for 17 years retiring from that position in 1992. Husband of M. Gloria Depew Barr; father of Orrin J. Barr, Jr. and his wife Patricia of Clifton Park; grandfather of Deborah Ann (Robert) Jensen and Orrin J.P. (Melissa) Barr; great-grandfather of Eric, Alex and Isabelle Jensen and Taylor Ann Barr; brother of the late J. Harry and William Barr, Mildred Fayle, Ethel Phelan and Elizabeth Hunter; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Thursday 8:45 a.m. from the Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware ave., thence to St. Thomas the Apostle Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home, Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to the Alzheimers Assoc., 85 Watervliet Ave., Albany, NY 12206. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/6/2004 - 7/7/2004. Becker, Hazel ALBANY Hazel E. White Becker of Diamond Ridge Apartments and formerly of Guilderland, died Sunday, July 4, 2004 at Samaritan Hospital in Troy. Funeral service is private at the convenience of the family. For a private family guest book, visit www.brycefh.com. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Blostein, David Frank TROY David Frank Blostein. You have prayed with us; Cried with us; Laughed with us; And cared for us in the David Frank Blostein Saga. Act 3 THE FINALE David Frank Blostein entered into God's loving arms on Monday July 5, 2004. He was surrounded by love from his family. David was born August 13, 1946 in Sayre, Pa. He was son of the late Harry and Helen Case Blostein. He was employed for 27 years by the General Electric Co. having worked at Knoll Atomic Power Labs, Research & Development Center, Quick Rental and Silicones. He retired in 2001. A veteran of the US Navy, Dave also served with the US Air National Guard. He was a member and past Master of Clinton Lodge #140 F&AM in Waterford, a former Scout Master of Boy Scout Pack 632 in Waterford and a former soccer coach with the Waterford Youth Council Soccer League. Dave was a communicant of Grace Episcopal Church in Waterford and a former Vestryman there. He is survived by his wife Joanne Spain Blostein, his former spouse Robin Stoliker Blostein, his children Michael Blostein and his wife Alyssa of Troy and Trisha Hansen and her husband James of Anchorage, Ak., his step children Trisha O'Brien of Clearwater, Fla., Christine Siko and her husband Gary of East Greenbush and Mark Spain of Pittstown. He is brother of Sonia Pollack of San Diego, Calif., Jessie Pitlik of Studio City, Calif., Ella Johnson of Athens, Pa. and Nancy Hunt of Nichols. He is grandfather of William O'Brien Jr., Joseph Siko, Eric Blostein and the late Hannah Blostein. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Church, 34 3rd St. Waterford. Interment will be in Gerald B. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the Philip J. Brendese Funeral Home, 133 Broad St. (Rt. 32), Waterford on Thursday from 3-5 & 7-9 p.m. Members of Clinton Lodge #140 F&AM will meet at the funeral home Thursday evening at 7 p.m. to conduct services for their departed brother. Memorial contributions may be made to Friends of the Stewart House in care of the funeral home office or to Community Hospice 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/6/2004 - 7/7/2004. Bush, Gladys H. MALTA Gladys H. Bush, 84, of Route 9, died at her home on Saturday, after an extended illness. Born in the state of Indiana, November 22, 1919, she lived in several communities of New York State, including Altamont, before moving to Tampa, Fla. over 25 years ago, and moved to Malta within the last two years. A homemaker, Mrs. Bush graduated from Hudson Valley CC and SUNY Albany, and had volunteered for a number of service organizations over the years, including Life Enrichment Center, TOPPS program, Meals on Wheels and the Senior Citizens and at General Hospital all of Tampa, and was the former secretary of Trustees of the Altamont Reformed Church. She enjoyed reading, cooking and knitting, but cherished the love and company of her family and grandchildren. Survivors include her husband of 68 years, John E. Bush; three sons, John (Elaine) Bush of Palmdale, CA., David (Margaret) Bush of Smallwood, NY and Robert (Gae) Bush of Mahopac, NY; and two daughters, Margaret (John) Waldbillig of Myrtle Beach, SC and Mary Ellen (Robert) DeMarco of Mechanicville; along with 19 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren, and a gazillion nieces and nephews. Also survived by two brothers-in-law, David and Joseph Buch of Buffalo. A Funeral service will be held in Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Devito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville, with burial in Hudson View Cemetery, Mechanicville. Calling hours at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. Contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice, in loving memory of Gladys H. Bush. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Catalfamo, Dominick James COLONIE Dominick James Catalfamo, 50, of Colonie, died Friday, July 2, 2004. He was born in Schenectady and was the son of the late Dominick John and Matilda Komorny Catalfamo. Mr. Catalfamo was employed as a civil engineer for the N.Y.S. Department of Transportation, design service bureau, for over 20 years. He was a highly experienced highway designer. Dom was valued by his co-workers for his wit, technical expertise and wise counsel. He was a member of the N.Y.S. Association of Transportation Engineers. Dom was a member of the Highway Engineering bowling league for many years and a member of the Colonie Democratic Committee since 2000. He was a loving, dedicated father and grandfather who was very close to all of his children and his brother and sisters. Dom was well known for his affable demeanor and would liven up any room he walked into with his sparkling eyes, boyish grin and delightful sense of humor. He was an avid Green Bay Packer fan and loved cars and bowling. Like his father before him, Dom was a skilled craftsman and performed many projects around his home, as well as helping his brother, Lee with remodeling projects at his home as well. He will be greatly missed. Dom is the beloved father of Dominick John (DJ) Catalfamo and his wife Gretchen,Maria Catalfamo and Vincent Catalfamo. He is the devoted grandfather of Dominick James Catalfamo II. The light of his life for the past few years is his loving girlfriend and soul mate, Carolyn McMahon. He is the cherished brother of LeRoy (Lee) Catalfamo and his wife, Christine, Carol P. Marcella and Sheryl Leland and her husband, Richard. Many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends also survive. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday at 9:00 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Church, Schenectady. Calling hours will be Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave). Interment will be in St. Cyril & Method Cemetery, Rotterdam. Memorial contributions may be made to the Stanford Heights Fire Department, 2240 Central Ave., Schenectady, NY 12304 in memory of Dominick James Catalfamo. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/4/2004 - 7/8/2004. Chovan, Dorothy J. LATHAM Dorothy J. Chovan, 78, beloved wife of Steve Chovan for over 58 years, died Sunday, July 4, 2004 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. Born and educated in Little California PA., she was the daughter of the late George Clare Sealy and Polly Wardman Sealy. She was a graduate of Brownsville High School Class of 1943. She moved to Latham in 1952 and was a member of the Calvary United Methodist Church in Latham. She worked at Behr Manning Co. in Watervliet as a packer in the 1950's and later at the Central Market in Latham as a cashier for several years until 1958. She then worked as an assistant buyer for the Boston Store in Latham for many years. Her last employment was G.E.X. in Latham, where she served as the assistant manager in the sporting goods for several years until her retirement. She was an avid Little League fan and known as grandmother to the world. Survivors in addition to her husband include her loving children; Steven Clark and his wife Theresa Chovan and Gary Allen and his wife Elissa Chovan all of Latham; her cherished grandchildren, Carra Q. Chovan, Carrie M. (Jason) Scutt, Jakob C. Chovan and great-grandson Jason Clark Scutt; her brothers George Clark (Louise) Sealy Jr. of Elsworth, Maine, Richard (Sylvia) Sealy of Brownsville, PA. Howard Sealy of Brownsville, PA., Kenneth (Jo Louise) Sealy of Monesson, PA., Sandra (Jesse) Serven of Latham, her sister-in-law Bonnie Sealy of Brownsville, PA. She was predeceased by her brother, Ronald Sealy and also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 7, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. in the Dufrense & Cavanaugh Funeral Home, 149 Old Loudon Rd, Latham. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Interment will be in Memory's Garden in Colonie. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/5/2004 - 7/6/2004. Clark, Carl D. COLONIE Carl D. Clark, 77, of Colonie, died suddenly at his home on Saturday, July 3, 2004. He was born in Utica and was the son of the late Carl B. and Violet O'Donnell Clark. Carl was a U.S. Air Force veteran serving his country during World War II in Germany. Mr. Clark was a New York State employee retiring after 40 years of service with the Dept. of Transportation. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed gardening. Carl is the beloved husband of Donna L. Clark. He is the devoted father of Diane E. Clark-Daubney Westa and her husband, Jon of Rochester. He is the cherished grandfather of Allison F. Daubney, Caroline J. Daubney and William C. Daubney. Carl is the stepfather of James H. Powell, Jr. (Kathy) of Coeymans Hollow and Marla J. Bishop and her husband, Jim of Latham. He is the step grandfather of Derek Powell, Rachel DeRocco, Neil Powell, Anne Bishop and Valerie Bishop. Carl was predeceased by his first wife, Frances Clark. He is the brother of Kenneth J. Clark and his wife, Carol of Glendale, Ariz. and the late William and Donald Clark. He is the brother-in-law of Rosemarie Clark. Funeral services will be Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave). Calling hours will be Wednesday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Memory's Garden. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205 in memory of Carl D. Clark. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/6/2004 - 7/7/2004. Colasurdo, Mary (Memoriam) COLASURDO Mary In loving memory of my Mother, Mary, who passed away fifty years ago today. Gone, but never forgotten. Your Loving Daughter, Ernestine Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Coleman, Jack Members of the Albany Firefighters Retirees will assemble Wednesday at McVeighs Funeral Home, at 6:30 p.m. to pay their final respects to Brother Jack Coleman. WILLIAM WISE President Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Coleman, John E. ALBANY John E. Coleman, Sr., 65, died Monday July 5, 2004 at his home with his beloved family around him. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Otis and Anna DeRusso Coleman, Sr. John retired in 1985 as a Lieutenant with the Albany Fire Department where he began working in 1960. He served his country in the United States Marine Corps and was a member of the Capt. Wm Dale O'Brien Detachment Marine Corp. League. John spent many years as chairman fund raising with the Albany Fire Department for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. He was a member of the Joseph E. Zaloga American Legion Post, the Polish Citizens Club and the Albany Fire Department Retirees Association. He was the husband of Margaret (Peg) Coleman; father of John E. Coleman, Jr. (late Laura Coleman) and Richard Coleman (Sharon Tietgens-Coleman); beloved grandfather of Tyler, Adam, Chelsea, Eric and Jamie Coleman; brother of Otis Coleman, Jr. (Sylvia), Charles Coleman (Theresa), Thomas Coleman (Ann), Dora Ann Raiti, Bertha Mae Papale (Joseph), Marilyn Wilson (Danny) and Rosemarie Valle (Anthony); several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services Thursday at 8:15 a.m. from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to Blessed Sacrament Church, Albany at 9:00 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Wednesday, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow the Mass at Memory's Garden Cemetery. Those wishing to remember John and his family in a special way may send contributions to either the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 1 Marcus Blvd., Albany, NY 12205 or the Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Rd, Albany, NY 12205. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/6/2004 - 7/7/2004. Dearstyne, Garry F. COHOES Garry F. Dearstyne, 59, of George Street, Cohoes, died Sunday, July 4, 2004 at Samaritan Hospital, Troy, N.Y., embraced by his family. Born in Cohoes, where he has resided all his life and received his education, he was the son of Marcella (Mickey) Peterson Dearstyne of Cohoes and the late Richard Dearstyne. He was employed as a warehouseman and shipper with Mohawk Paper Mills, Cohoes for over 30 years. He was a past member of the Cohoes Rod and Gun Club and Cohoes Elks. He was an Army war veteran, serving in the Army in Korea and Germany. Garry is survived by his devoted wife, Constance Wood Dearstyne; loving children, Christine Bastian and her husband, Michael; his son, Michael Garry Dearstyne, all of Cohoes; his sister, Gail M.; his brother, Lynn W. (Mim) Dearstyne, all of Cohoes; cherished grandchildren, Ryan, Sandra, Jessica and Nicholas. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard Dearstyne. Funeral services will be held in the Fitzgerald Funeral Home LTD, 105 Vliet Blvd., Cohoes, Thursday morning 11 a.m. Interment with full military honors will be held in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville, N.Y. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home Wednesday evening 4 to 8 p.m. Those wishing to remember Garry in a special way, may make memorial contributions, in his memory, to Rensselaer County Association for Retarded Citizens or the Association of the Blind, in care of the funeral home. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Denn, Cornelia Crear DELMAR Cornelia Crear Denn, 93, died Saturday, July 3, 2004 at the Good Samaritan Nursing Home. Born in Albany on March 16, 1911, Mrs. Denn was the daughter of the late Carrie Smith and George T. Crear. She was a graduate of the former Milne High School and attended NYS College for Teachers. Mrs. Denn retired from the NYS Department of Transportation as a principal account clerk. Mrs. Denn was a charter member of the Bethlehem AARP, the Bethlehem Garden Club and the Ladies Auxiliary of Selkirk Fire Company #2. She was also a member of the Bethlehem Senior Citizens, the Glenmont Homemakers, the Sunshine Senior Citizens and the Glenmont Community Reformed Church. Mrs. Denn was the widow of James F. Denn. She is survived by a niece, Jane Goddrad of Middleburgh; three neophews, Robert Geel of Florida, Barend (Bud) Geel of Feura Bush and Richard Geel of Selkirk. Mrs. Denn was predeceased by two nephews, Charles Geel and Ralph Crear; three brothers; three sisters. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, July 7, 2004 at 11:00 a.m at the Applebee Funeral Home, 403 Kenwood Avenue, Delmar. Relatives and friends may call Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. Burial will be in Onesquethaw Cemetery, Clarksville. Contributions, in Mrs. Denn's name, may be made to the Glenmont Community Reformed Church, Chapel Lane, Glenmont, NY 12077. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/5/2004 - 7/6/2004. DiMeo, Irene A. SCHENECTADY Irene A. DiMeo, 88, of Our Lady of Mercy Life Center, and formerly of Manhattan Street in Schenectady, passed away early Monday morning July 5, 2004 at the home. Irene was born in Schenectady on August 11, 1915, a daughter of the late John and Apolonia Ruska Uszakiewicz. She was educated in Schenectady Schools and was a 1933 graduate of Nott Terrace High School. For many years Irene was a waitress for the former Ritz Restaurant on Van Vranken Avenue, and a lifelong devoted homemaker. She was a communicant of St. Anthony's Church, where she was a member of the ladies Sacred Heart League and an annual Festa worker. Irene was also a member of the Northside Senior Citizens, the Annie Schaffer Senior Citizens Center, and the Sons of Italy. Wife of the late Anthony DiMeo, whom she married on New Years Day of 1937 and he died in September of 1975. Survivors include her daughter, Barbara Page of Duanesburg. Grandmother of John C. Musto, Jr. and his wife Erin of Glenville, Jodi C. Musto of Schenectady, and Melissa Musto O'Hara and husband Christopher of Clifton Park. Great-grandmother of Marissa Mahoney, Anthony and Zachary Musto and Alexandra O'Hara. Sister of the late Florence Uszakiewicz and Sophie Zaleskawicz. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday morning at 9 a.m. from St. Anthony's Church. Seward Place. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Interment will follow in St. Anthony's Cemetery, Glenville. There will be no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Anthony's Church, 331 Seward Place, Schenectady, NY 12305 or to the Sons of Italy, P.O. Box 590, Schenectady, NY 12301. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/6/2004 - 7/7/2004. Downs Jr., Harry M. COEYMANS Harry M. Downs Jr. of Tracy Road, Coeymans, died July 4, 2004. Born in Manhasset Long Island, he was the son of the late Harry M. and Grace E. McDonald Downs Sr. He served his country during the Korean War in the Army. He had lived in the Capital District for the past 20 years and worked as a financial consultant and stock broker with McGinn Smith & Co. in Albany. He was a dear friend of the Luken family, brother of Deborah Welch; uncle of Elizabeth Cochran, Jonathan Bill, K. C. Welch and James Welch. Funeral services will be private and there will be no calling hours. Those who wish may make memorial donations, in Mr. Downs memory, to St. John's Project Lift, 690 Madison Ave., Albany, NY 12208. Arrangements are entrusted to the Marra Funeral Home, Cohoes, NY. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Gabrykewicz, Estelle V. LATHAM Estelle V. Gabrykewicz, 80, of Latham, beloved wife of Ted J. Gabrykewicz for over 60 years, died Sunday, July 4, 2004 at Samartian Hospital in Troy. Born and educated in Watervliet, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Helen Piwnica Paluch. She was a 1942 graduate of Watervliet High School. She and her husband moved to Latham in 1952. She worked in the personnel department of Alleghany Ludlum Steel Company in Watervliet for over 30 years and retired in 1975. She was a communicant of St. Ambrose Church in Latham. Survivors in addition to her husband, include her loving son, Ted J. Gabrykewicz of El Paso, Texas; her sisters, Bernice Conroy of Latham, Joan (Ralph) Beebe of Clifton Park and Mary Ann Messier of Yarmouthport, Cape Cod, Mass.; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Estelle was the sister of the late Annette Dromirecki, Agnes Hennessy, Joseph Paluch and Stanley Paluch. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 8:15 a.m. from the Dufresne and Cavanaugh Funeral Home, 149 Old Loudon Road, Latham and at 9 a.m. in St. Ambrose Church, 347 Old Loudon Road, Latham with Pastor Francis DuBois officiating. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Interment will be in Memory's Garden in Colonie. Contributions to the American Cancer Society, 260 Osborne Road, Loudonville, NY 12211, would be appreciated. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/5/2004 - 7/6/2004. Gallager, Gloria M. COLONIE Gloria M. Churchill Gallager, 79, of Colonie, died Sunday, July 4, 2004 at the Ann Lee Nursing Home in Colonie. Mrs. Gallager was born in Walton, N.Y., but lived all her adult life in the Capital District. She was employed for a time by the New York Telephone Company in Albany. Mrs. Gallager is survived by her husband Harold T. Gallager; her daughter Shawn Gallager of Colonie; her sister Marjorie McLean of Sarasota, Fla., and by four grandchildren. She was predeceased by her twin sister Gracia Estes. Funeral services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/6/2004 - 7/7/2004. Goodrich, Floyd W. GUILDERLAND Floyd W. Goodrich, 76 years old, of Guilderland, passed away suddenly July 4, 2004 at the Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. He was born September 16, 1927 to the late Mark and Etta Becker Goodrich in Hunter, N.Y. He was an electrician for many years and later he was a public safety officer for SUNY downtown. Floyd was a World War II Naval veteran, member of the American Legion and a 32nd degree Mason. He was a member of the Hunter Fire Co. and a life member of the Hunter Firemen's Association. He was predeceased by his brothers, Charles and Lloyd Goodrich. Survivors include his wife, Marguerite; a daughter, Wendy Etzkorn of W.Va.; a son, James of Lanesville, N.Y.; also two grandchildren, Jeremy and Alicia Etzkorn; also two sisters, Alice Yankowski and Marie Hughes; three brothers, Robert, Leon and Mark, Jr. Funeral services to be held Thursday, July 8 at 11 a.m. at the Aston-Basagic Funeral Home, 7742 Main Street, Hunter, N.Y., officiating will be the Rev. Karen Monk. Interment to follow in the Maplewood Cemetery, South Jewett, N.Y. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday, July 7 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Hodgkins, Dorothy B. LATHAM Dorothy B. Hodgkins, 74, of Latham, died Saturday, July 3, 2004 at her residence, after a long illness. She was the widow of John L Hodgkins, Jr. Born in Plattsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Carl B. and Myrtle Herron Barber. As a young girl she moved to Lansingburgh, where she received her education. A resident of the Latham area since 1956, she was a realtor with the October Realty Company in Latham for several years. She was a member of the Calvary United Methodist Church, the Blue Creek Garden Club and Friends of Pruyn House, all in Latham, the Van Rensselaer Garden Club and the Troy Women's Club. She is survived by her children, John L. (Cathy) Hodgkins, III of Lake George, David K. (Nesha) Hodgkins of Ballston Lake and Debra (Steven) Iseler of Springdale, Ark.; five grandchildren, Jennifer Iseler, Jordan Iseler, Sam Hodgkins, Rachel Hodgkins and Ashley Hodgkins. Funeral service 10 a.m. Thursday at the Bowen Funeral Home, 97 Old Loudon Road, Latham. Friends are invited and may call 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Interment in Oakwood Cemetery, Troy. Contributions, in her memory, may be made to Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144. Condolence page and directions @ www.bowenfuneralhome.com Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/6/2004 - 7/7/2004. Ingoldsby, Madeline (Memoriam) INGOLDSBY Madeline It's hard to believe it's been three years today. We feel the pain everyday. Although in our hearts we will never part, we're still wiping tears away. We miss you and love you very much. All Our Love Forever, Your Family Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Kavanaugh, Gerald (Memoriam) KAVANAUGH Gerald B. Happy Birthday darling! This is a very sad day because you are not here with me to celebrate your 68th. My heart aches, I cry daily and miss you beyond words, but I know that you are still caring for me. I've ordered some of your old favorites for your special day: Clams Casino from el Consulado; the famous salad and filet mignon from the St. Moritz and a side of ribs from Tony Roma's. Dinner should arrive shortly - enjoy - and please give Coqui some bites on this the fifth anniversary of her going to heaven. Thank you for guiding me to the new house and thank you for the angels you've sent to help me maintain this house and yard. It looks almost as good as when you were here. Special thanks for speaking to me on April 29th. I have already chosen a place in the living room for your urn where you can enjoy the ocean view all day and the spectacular sunset in the evening. Please continue watching over us as we complete the journey to the new house. Until me meet again, I love and miss you every hour of the day. Your wife, Ginny Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Kinney, Marybeth (Memoriam) KINNEY Marybeth. In memory of our sister who passed away July 1, 2004. When a life is well lived, it will leave lovely memories lingering on. Leaving behind sisters Angela, Sue Ann, brother Ronnie and 3 sons Billy, Robert and Christopher. Love, Sue Ann Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Labad (Memoriam) LABAD Marion Elizabeth November 1, 1941 -- July 6, 2003 I have glorified thee on earth: I have finished the work thou gavest me to do. John 17:4. We Love and Miss You, Virginia LaBad, Pam Carter, Greg, Ashby, & Gina Stevens, Mischelle, Guy, & Freddie Anderson; Denise, Lynn, LaVasha, LaTreasure, Nevaeh, & Milton Woodard & Malachi; Deja Jones; Harry Holmes, Jr; & family. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Lanford, Oscar E. SCHODACK Oscar Erasmus Lanford, 89, of Brookview Rd. in Schodack, NY died at home Monday evening, June 28, 2004. He is survived by his wife Esther Arroe; his children, Oscar E. Lanford III of Zurich, Caroline J. Eastman of Cambridge, New York, Henry C.S. Lanford of Bass Harbor, Maine, William A. Lanford of Malden Bridge, New York and Virginia L. Hemani of Ipswitch, Massachusetts; and by 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mr. Lanford was predeceased by his fiirst wife Caroline Clapp Sherman. Calling hours will be 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 7 at the Ray Funeral Home, 59 Seaman Ave., Castleton, NY. A memorial service will be held at the Oakwood Cemetery Chapel in Troy at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 8, 2004. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lanford Presidential Prize Scholarship fund at State University College at Fredonia, (Fredonia College Foundation, State University College at Fredonia, Fredonia, New York, 14063) or to The American Farmland Trust, 1200 18th Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20036. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Larsen, Allan E. CASTLETON Allan E. Larsen, 80, of Sunset Rd. Castleton, died Saturday, July 3, 2004 at his home. Mr. Larsen was born in Albany the son of the late Paul and Anna Larsen. He graduated from Columbia High School in East Greenbush in 1942 and was a World War II Army Veteran. He was employed as a service technician for E.P Larsen Inc. in Nassau for 40 retiring in 1987. He then worked for Sullivan's Service Station in East Greenbush for 10 years and then was a deliveryman for NAPA Auto Parts in Nassau retiring in 2003. He was a member of the East Greenbush V.F.W. Post No. 7338 and the 60th Cambat Engineers Association, 35th Infantry Division. Along with his parents, Mr. Larsen was predeceased by his wife, Margaret Edwards Larsen, two sons, Peter Allan and Matthew Joseph Larsen and a brother Esper P. Larsen. Survivors include a son, Stephen (Karen) Larsen of Schodack, three daughters, Christina Larsen of Schodack, Susanna (William) Lauster of Kinderhook and Elizabeth Sterantino of Rensselaer, a sister-in-law, Agnes T. Hurley of Albany and three granddaughters, Emily Sterantino, Danielle and Rachel Larsen and several nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Thomas P. Mooney Funeral Home, 11 Elm St. Nassau, Wednesday morning at 10:00. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home Tuesday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Interment Holy Sepulcher Cemetery, East Greenbush. Mr. Larsen's family would like to thank the staffs of the Regional Kidney Center Dialysis Unit on Clara Barton Dr. in Albany, St. Peter's Hospital and Columbia Physical Therapy, East Greenbush, for their kindness shown Mr. Larsen during his illness. Contributions to the East Greenbush VFW Post #7338 Hayes RD, East Greenbush, 12061 in Mr. Larsens memory would be appreciated Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/5/2004 - 7/6/2004. Lo Presti, Anthony COLONIE Anthony Lo Presti, 76, of Colonie, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 3, 2004 at Albany Memorial Hospital. He was born in Sicily, Italy and came to the United States in 1966. He was the son of the late Francesco and Tindara Di Santo Lo Presti. Anthony had worked for many years with Laborers Local 190 in Albany. He was a dedicated and devoted family man. In addition to his family, Anthony enjoyed tending to his garden and appreciating the fruits of his labors. He is survived by his beloved wife of fifty two years, Maria Rose Marello Lo Presti. He is the loving father of Frank Lo Presti (Linda Wildermuth) and Tina Mickewicz and her husband Joe. He is the cherished grandfather of Alisha, Joesph and Marissa Miskewicz. Brother of Maria Romano and her husband Costanzo of Sicily, Italy. He is the brother-in-law of Sarah and Anthony Schepisi, Dominick and Shirley Marello, Anthony and Delores Marello, Daniel and Catherine Marello and Josephine DiSanto (late Dominick). Many nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be Wednesday morning at 9:00 at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karnew Rd. Colonie (Rt 155-south of Central Ave,) then to St. Francis DeSales Church, Maria Drive at 10:00 where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/5/2004 - 7/6/2004. Lyons, Theresa G. SARATOGA Theresa G. Lyons, 96, died Saturday, July 3, 2004 at Saratoga Hospital. Born in Castleton, she was the daughter of the late John and Theresa Neissel Mitchell. Mrs. Lyons was formerly of Grant Ave. in Albany and lived the past three years in Saratoga. She was predeceased by her husband in March of 1958, M. Joseph Lyons. She was the mother of Robert M. Lyons (Ruth) of Saratoga, Raymond J. Lyons (Patricia) of Troy, Helen C. Noonan (Jim) of Spencer, Mass., Michael J. Lyons (Arlene) of Colonie, Edward T. Lyons (Kathie) of Voorheesville and Theresa Herrick (Jack) of Saratoga; sister of the late Margaret Brown, John and Eugene Mitchell; great-grandmother of the late Shauna Nicole Morley; 30 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to Blessed Sacrament Church, Albany at 10:30 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Tuesday, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow the Mass at St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Those wishing to remember Theresa and her family in a special way may send contributions to the Community Hospice of Saratoga, 79 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/4/2004 - 7/6/2004. Mackenzie, R. Alec TROY R. Alec Mackenzie, internationally known authority on time management from Greenwich, N.Y., died on July 3, 2004 in Troy, N.Y. He was 81 years old. Alec Mackenzie's best selling book, The Time Trap, first published in 1969, is described today by Amazon.com as The classic book on time management...based on the theory that self-management is the key to handling the time crunch that we all face.. Mr. Mackenzie was also the author of over 85 publications including the nationally distributed books, Managing Your Time, Time for Success and About Time: A Women's Guide to Time Management (co-authored with Kay Cronkite Waldo). In 1969, the Harvard Business Review published his The Management Process in 3-D, which describes the management process in a three dimensional model. The Harvard Business Review still publishes reprints of this work and describes it as demonstrating that the three major functions of management are conceptual thinking, of which planning is an essential part; administration, managing the details of executive affairs and leadership, influencing people to accomplish desired objectives. A graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and the University of Iowa Law School, Mr. Mackenzie also created Time Tactics, a planner/organizer used for decades by executives around the world. Mr. Mackenzie was a frequent lecturer on time management in the United States, Australia, Europe and Asia. His great-grandfather, the abolitionist, Jonathan Blanchard, became the President of Knox College in Galesburg, Ill. in 1845 and in 1860, founded Wheaton College in Wheaton, Ill. His grandfather, Charles Blanchard was the President of Wheaton College from 1882 to 1925. He was the husband of the late Gay R. Mackenzie and is survived by a daughter, Melody Mackenzie and son-in-law, Philip Gitlen of Loudonville, N.Y.; a son, Mark Mackenzie of Albany; three grandchildren, Hillary Mackenzie Brown of Montreal, Quebec, Laurel Gitlen of Portland, Ore. and Max Gitlen of Providence, R.I.; three brothers, Harold Mackenzie of Wheaton, Ill., John Mackenzie of Clifton Park and Roger Mackenzie of Atlanta, Ga.; a sister, Dell Moffett of Carpenteria, Calif. and a large family of nephews and nieces. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on July 6, 2004 at the Albany Rural Cemetery in Menands, N.Y. Donations to the American Diabetes Association or the Fresh Air Fund will be appreciated, in lieu of flowers. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Molisky, Thomas J. EASTON Thomas J. Molisky, 52, of County Route 54, died Thursday, July 1, 2004 at St. Mary's Hospital, Troy, after being stricken at his home. Born in Troy, February 28, 1952, he was the son of the late Theodore and Mary McNeil Rose and father of his late infant daughter, Christina Marie Molisky. Mr. Molisky enlisted in the US Marine Corps in 1971 and was honorably discharged in 1974 as a corporal. Tom worked as a construction laborer and had worked for the Bayly family construction business of Schaghticoke, for many years. Tom was fond of his pet animals, enjoyed his family but most proud to have served in the US Marine Corps. Survivors include his two brothers, Theodore Molisky and Michael and sister-in-law, Barbara Molisky; his nephew, Zachary Molisky, all of Mechanicville; a number of cousins. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Devito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 South Main Street, Mechanicville. Burial with military honors at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the US Marine Corps Toys for Tots program, in care of the funeral home. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Newmius, Gloria GUILDERLAND Gloria Newmuis, daughter of Joseph Newmuis and Margie Harrison, died July 2, 2004 at St. Peter's Hospital's Hospice Inn. Gloria was born in Philadelphia, PA on December 25, 1948. She spent approximately 30 years of her life in institutions such as Willowbrook Developmental Center. January 1993, she moved into the Northgate Residence, now operated by the Center for the Disabled. Gloria had lived in the Guilderland residence for the past 11 years. She volunteered at the Guilderland Library and attended the Smith Center Day Treatment Program. Gloria loved vacationing on the ocean and in New York City. She attended Christ the King Church and enjoyed jazz music. Gloria was loved and cared for by many throughout the Center for Disabled. Many friends throughout the Capital District, including wonderful friends and advocates, Claire Harnick and Sandy McCabe, survive her. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Marra Funeral Home, corner of Remsen and Columbia St's. Cohoes. Interment will be in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Niskayuna. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 11:30-1:30 prior to services. Those who wish may make donations, in Gloria's memory, to the United Cerebral Palsy Association of the Capital District, 314 South Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Pitts, Frances M. ALBANY Frances M. Pitts, 81, formerly of 3rd Avenue, Albany died Saturday July 3, 2004 at Good Samaritan Lutheran Nursing Home after a lengthy illness. Born in Albany she had been a resident of the City of Albany her entire life. She was a machine operator/table worker for 30 years for Sterling Winthrop in Rensselaer prior to her retiring in 1978, and a Communicant of Historic Church of St. Mary's in Albany. Predeceased by her parents, Jacob and Frances (Stevenson) Pitts, a sister Kathryn Couser, brothers Bernard, Thomas and Raymond Pitts. Frances is survived by several nieces, nephews, grand and great-grand nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral 8:30 am on Wednesday from the Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpk Rensselaer, N.Y., and 9:00 am at Historic Church of St. Mary's, Lodge St., Albany where the Liturgy of Christian Death and Burial will be celebrated. Friends may call in the funeral home on Wednesday from 7:30-8:30 am, prior to the service. Interment will be in Our Lady Help of Christians Cemetery Glenmont, NY. The family has requested that those who wish to remember Frances make contributions to Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Road Albany, NY 12205. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/5/2004 - 7/6/2004. Reaulo, Ernest A. TROY Ernest A. Reaulo, husband of the late Eleanor Reaulo died, July 4, 2004. Funeral Thursday at 8:45 from John J. Sanvidge Funeral Home, Inc. thence to St. Augustine's Church where at 9:30am the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours Wednesday, 2-4 and 7-9pm. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Stanford, Sharon ALBANY Sharon Stanford entered into eternal rest on June 22, 2004 at St. Peter's Hospital. Daughter of Willie Bird Harvin Ingram; mother of Startychia Stanford; also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service Wednesday 11 a.m. at Arbor Hill C.O.G.I.C., 40 North Lark Street. Calling hours 10 to 11 a.m. at the church, prior to the service. Interment Albany Rural Cemetery. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004. Treventi, Margaret Graber ALBANY Margaret Graber Treventi, age 80, beloved wife of the late Andrew C. Treventi, Sr., died Sunday, July 4, 2004 at Teresian House. Born in Watervliet, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Catherine Echter Graber. She was a graduate of St. Patrick's School in Watervliet and Catholic Central High School in Troy. She was a homemaker, living in Poestenkill and Wynantskill for many years, in Delmar for nine years, the McAuley Residence for three years, recently moving to Teresian House. Mrs. Treventi was a charter member of St. Jude the Apostle Church, Wynantskill, a member of St. Jude's Rosary Altar Society and was a communicant of St. Thomas's Church, Delmar. She is survived by her children, Dr. Philip A. (Carol) Treventi of Murray Hill, N.J., James E. Treventi and Ann Marie (Joseph) Turo, both of Slingerlands, Charles F. (Mary) Treventi of Wynantskill, Andrew C. (Justina) Treventi of Loudonville and Thomas J. Treventi of Hyde Park, N.Y.; her sisters and brothers, Charles Graber of West Sand Lake, Dr. James Graber and Sister Katherine Graber R.S.M., both of Albany, Marie Thomas of Watervliet and Theresa Houlihan of Latham and her grandchildren, Philip Andrew Treventi, Eric J. Treventi and Katherine Treventi, all of Murray Hill, Stephanie Treventi of Loudonville, Matthew J. Turo and Michael J. Turo, both of Slingerlands and Erica Treventi of Hyde Park. She was predeceased by five sisters, Sr. Mary Anita Graber, Sr. Mary Ann Graber, Sr. Mary Mercedes Graber, Frances Barachina and Caroline Wilson and four brothers, Thomas, Vincent, Joseph and John Graber. Funeral will be from the Thomas S. Connolly Funeral Home, 294 Whiteview Rd., Wynantskill on Wednesday at 8:15 A.M. and at 9 A.M. from St. Jude the Apostle Church, Wynantskill where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Troy. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4 to 8 P.M. Donations to the Sisters of Mercy Retirement Fund in memory of Mrs. Treventi would be appreciated. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/5/2004 - 7/6/2004. Turcotte, Patricia A. COHOES Patricia A. Trish Turcotte, 48, of Remsen Street, died suddenly on Friday, July 2, 2004, in Jupiter, Fla., as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident while on vacation in Florida. Born in Troy, she was the daughter of the late Maurice A. and Mary Dunbar Duff, and the wife of Alfred J. Turcotte of Cohoes. She grew up in Troy, and was a 1973 graduate of Catholic Central High School. She lived in Cohoes with her family most of her life. Trish was co-owner, with her husband Fred, of the Tables, Chairs and More, furniture store in Cohoes. She was a member of the Cohoes Planning Commission, and the Cohoes Chamber of Commerce, and a communicant of St. Bernard's Church in Cohoes. She was a tremendous supporter of the community of Cohoes, and its school district. She was the best Mom and Wife that anyone could ask for. Survivors in addition to her husband Fred, include; her sons, Joel Thomas Turcotte and Ryan Mario Turcotte of Cohoes; three brothers, John J. (Patricia) Duff of San Francisco, Calif., James P. Duff of Troy, and Robert A. (Susan) Duff of Saratoga Springs. She was daughter-in-law of Alfred and Josephine Turcotte of Cohoes, and sister-in-law of Joseph and Michele Turcotte of Cohoes, John and Yvette Turcotte of Clearwater, Fla., James Turcotte of Jupiter, Fla., Stephen Turcotte of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Thomas and Colleen Turcotte of Clifton Park. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins in the U.S. and Canada. Trish was predeceased by her brothers, Frank P. and Thomas E. Duff. Funeral services will be at 8:15 a.m. Thursday from the McLoughlin & Mason Funeral Home, 109th Street and 3rd Ave., Lansingburgh, and at 9:00 a.m. in St. Bernard's Church, Cohoes, where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Troy. Calling hours are Wednesday, 4 - 8 p.m. in the funeral home. Memorial donations to the American Cancer Society, 260 Osborne Rd., Loudonville, NY 12211, would be appreciated. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.mcloughlinmason.com. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/6/2004 - 7/7/2004. Youngs, Freda E. ALBANY Freda E. Youngs, 71, died Saturday, July 3, 2004 at Albany Memorial Hospital, after a long illness. Born in Hartford, Conn., Freda was an Albany area resident most of her life. Mother of John Lennon, III of Ravena, James Lennon of East Grenbush, Brenda Clark of Albany, Kenneth Youngs of Troy and the late Debra Youngs and George Lennon; Sister of Alberta Homicz and Mary Stalker; also survived by several grandchildren; great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and foster children. Funeral services will be held Tuesday evening at 7 o'clock in the Magin and Keegan Funeral Home, 891 Madison Avenue, Albany. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call after 5 p.m. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/5/2004 - 7/6/2004. Zavolinsky, Joseph ALBANY Zavolinsky, Joseph (Yosel), 83, died peacefully at the Albany V.A. Hospital. Husband of the late Toby Lobel Zavolinsky the United States Government at the Voorheesville Army Depot until an unfortunate accident forced retirement from government service. Perhaps best known as a fixture of New Scotland Avenue culture, Yosel dished out as much comaraderie as he did coldcuts, bringing smiles, laughter and a sense of wonder to all he met. His love of life was contagious, his sense of humor unsurpassed and his strong will to overcome the many obstacles in his life an inspiration. A devoted, loving and committed son, husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Yosel is survived by his children, Golde-Lee Lippman of Malta, N.Y. and her significant other, William B. Westwood and Stewart Raymond Zavolinsky of Albany and his fiancee, Suzanne Doucette; granddaughters, Beth Anne Lippman and Hillary Tasso; great-grandchildren. Torin Matthew, Zachary Joseph and Isabel Rose. Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 7, 2004 at Meyers Funeral Home, 741 Delawar Avenue, Delmar. Interment will follow in the family plot at the Independent Benevolent Society Cemetery, Fuller Road, Albany. A gathering to commemorate Yosel's life will be held from 3:30 to 6 p.m. at the Bagel Bite Restaurant, Delaware Avenue, Albany. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. The Period of Mourning will be privately observed at the request of the family. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial contributions, in his name, to the American Heart Association, 445 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205 or the Albany Medical Center Foundation, Cardiology Department, PO Box 8928, Albany, NY 12208. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/5/2004 - 7/6/2004. Zavolinsky, Joseph The Independent Benevolent Society announces with deep regret the passing of their devoted member, Joseph Zavolinsky of 50 years. Members are requested to pay their respects Wednesday morning at The Meyers Funeral Home. JASON RICE President GARDNER LERNER Gabbi Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/6/2004.