OBITS: Albany Times Union 16 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 Breen, Brinley Harp DELMAR Brinley M. Harp Breen, 80, died Tuesday, July 13, 2004 in the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital. Born in Maesteg, Great Britain, he was the son of the late Patrick and Emily Breen. Harp was an U.S. Army World War II veteran, serving his country in the Central Europe, Rhineland and Ardennes campaigns. He retired as office manager after 50 years with Capital Staple Co. in Albany. He was a member of the Albany Elks Lodge 49 and the Joseph E. Zaloga American Legion Post. Harp was a lifetime member of the Polish Community Center. He was the dear companion of Irene Roman of Delmar; father of Thomas Breen (Victoria) of Latham; grandfather of Meghan, Brian and Courtney; brother of Patricia B. Mottolese (Dr. Thomas) of Albany; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services Saturday at 9:15 a.m. from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to St. Pius X Church, Loudonville at 10:00 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Friday, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow the Mass at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery. Those wishing to remember Harp and his family in a special way may send contributions to St. Peter's Hospital Foundation, 315 South Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/15/2004 - 7/16/2004. Brown, Louise D. TROY Louise D. Woolhuff Brown, 73, of Sixth Avenue, died Wednesday, July 14, 2004 at St. Mary's Hospital in Troy. Born in Watervliet, she was the daughter of the late Frederick Woolhuff and Ethel Minnie (Ornesby) O'Dell and wife of the late Ernest Brown. She had resided in Troy most of her life. Mrs. Brown was a sales clerk at the former Stanley's Store in Troy and other department stores. She is survived by an adopted daughter, Gail DeDominces of Troy; a sister, Margaret O'Dell of Hudson; and several nieces and nephews and great and great-great-nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Helen O'Dell, and three brothers, Clarence, Dennis and William O'Dell. A memorial service will be held Monday at 3:30 p.m. at the Gardner Earl Chapel, Oakwood Avenue, Troy with Rev. Michael Crandall, chaplain of the Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, officiating. Relatives and friends may call at the Bryce Funeral Home, 276 Pawling Avenue in Troy, Saturday from 4-6 p.m. Contributions may be made to the Pet Connection c/o TV10, 341 Northern Boulevard, Albany, NY 12204 or Friends of Animals, 1841 Broadway, NYC, NY 10023. For a private family guest book and service directions, visit: www.brycefh.com Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Brunkhorst, Augustus REXFORD Augustus Gus Brunkhorst, 71, died at home on Tuesday, July 13, 2004 following a brief illness. Gus was born in River Edge, N.J. on April 21, 1933, residing in Bergen County until 1978. A graduate of Hackensack High School, where he played basketball at the state championship level and graduate of Farleigh-Dickinson University. Gus lived in Charlton from 1978-1995, moving to Rexford from 1995 to present. Gus was once manager of OPRANDY'S Store and Catering in N.J. and later regional sales manager for National Distillers in Manhattan. Most recently he was associated with Mike Winkler working in wood cabinetry. Gus was a proud Army veteran where he served as an MP at Fort Gordon, Ga. and Ft. Dix, N.J. Throughout his life Gus was known for his readiness to help a friend and will be remembered for always being there in a time of need. He was married to Claire Koppel Brunkhorst on September 8, 1979. He is a long standing member and past president of the Schenectady Curling Club, where he was recipient of the 2001 Dugid Award for service, former Ballston Spa C.C. and lower Mohawk Club. Gus was a member of the ladder league at the Edison Club in Rexford. He was predeceased by his parents, August and Loretta Aims Brunkhorst and by his brother, Gerard Brunkhorst. Survivors include his wife, Claire Brunkhorst of Rexford; a son, Michael Brunkhorst and his wife Andrea of Pearl River, N.Y.; a daughter, Karen Ringier of Bushkill, Pa.; three grandchildren, Samantha and Chelsea Brunkhorst and Jenna Goldband. Relatives and friends are cordially invited to a Celebration of Life Service on Friday, July 30, 2004 at 3:30 p.m. at St. George's Episcopal Church, Route 146, Clifton Park. Interment to be held in Gerald B.H. Soloman National Cemetery in Schuylerville. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mr. Brunkhorst's memory may be made to either, Schenectady Curling Club, Balltown Rd., Niskayuna, NY 12309 or to the Animal Protective Foundation Inc., 53 Maple Ave., Scotia, NY 12302-4613. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/16/2004 - 7/17/2004. Buddenhagen, Ross H. Members of Midway Fire Dept. should meet in full dress uniform, 6 p.m., Friday at Midway Station 1 and again in full dress uniform on Saturday at 10 a.m. at Midway station 1 to pay respects to Ross. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Buddenhagen, Ross H. COLONIE Ross H. Buddenhagen, 62, of Colonie, died Tuesday, July 13, 2004 at the Inn of Community Hospice at St. Peter's Hospital after a brief illness. He was born in Callicoon, N.Y. and was the son of the late Herbert and Kathleen Davenport Buddenhagen. Ross was a graduate of the Delaware Valley Central Schools and SUNY at Oneonta. He was a resident of Colonie since 1965 and began his teaching career that same year at Colonie Village School. His teaching career spanned 32 years in the South Colonie School District at Saddlewood, Sand Creek and Lisha Kill Schools. Ross was very active with the South Colonie Teachers Association where he held many offices, including executive committee and longtime negotiator. Ross was recognized as Teacher of the Year in 1985 and honored by Who's Who among American Teachers. He was a proud member of the Town of Colonie Zoning Board of Appeals and the town's Youth Advisory Board. Ross was a former member of his hometown's Hortonville Volunteer Fire Department. He was a longtime officer of the Midway Fire Department in Colonie, serving in numerous capacities and offices. He was chief of the department from 1975 through 1978. Ross was currently commissioner with the Midway Fire District and past commissioner Stanford Heights Fire District. He was a member of the Albany County Recruitment and Retention Committee and operations car officer for the town. He was a member of several local and state fire district associations, the Electric City Chorus and Tamarack Hunting Club in Callicoon, N.Y. Ross enjoyed gardening, collecting fire memorabilia and was an avid sports fan, especially NY Giants football. He was a valuable, trusted treasure to his community. Ross will always be remembered for his passion for the youth of Colonie, for his dedication and devotion to the Midway Fire District and his genuine and sincere desire to help others. He was a true mentor and father figure to many people in Colonie and beyond. Ross is survived by his best friend and true love, Kim Purdy of Colonie. He is the beloved brother of Mary Etta Hornicek (Charles), Kathleen Moran (William), all of Hortonville, Virginia Gugielmone (Tito) of Callicoon and Daniel Buddenhagen (Jane) of Hortonville. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He will be missed by his beloved feline friends, Max and D.C. Funeral services with Departmental Honors will be Saturday morning at 11:00 at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave). Calling hours will be Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral services and burial will be Monday in Hortonville, N.Y. Calling hours will also be offered on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 at Stewart-Murphy Funeral Home in Callicoon, N.Y. In lieu of flowers and at the request of the family, memorial contributions are encouraged to Ross Buddenhagen/Midway Fire Department Memorial Scholarship, c/o South Colonie School District, 102 Loralee Drive, Albany, NY 12205. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/15/2004 - 7/16/2004. Cicchinelli, Jean M. WATERFORD Jean M. Cicchinelli, 76, of Devitt Rd., died suddenly Wednesday, July 14, 2004 at St. Mary's Hospital after being stricken at her residence. Born in Troy, N.Y., she was daughter of the late Alfred T. and Jen Vanderbogart Willetts and the wife of the late Raymond L. Cicchinelli. Jean was a lifelong Waterford resident and was a graduate of Waterford Halfmoon High School. She was a member of the Waterford Methodist Church, the Waterford Senior Citizens, the Waterford Bocce League, a Waterford Tugboat volunteer, past Cub Scout den mother, past Waterford PTA member and the Waterford Women's Little League Auxiliary. She was also an avid basketball fan and was most devoted to her family and friends. Jean is survived by her son, Ronald F. Cicchinelli of Troy; sister of Dorothy Mackey of Waterford and the late Helen Fletcher and Elizabeth Rogers; brothers, Fred Willetts, Jack Willetts and William Willetts, all of Waterford, and Mickey Fletcher of Fla. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be Monday at 9:00 a.m. at the Philip J. Brendese Funeral Home, 133 Broad Street (Rt. 32), Waterford. Interment will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Waterford, N.Y. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home Sunday 3-5, 7-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Waterford Senior Citizens in care of the funeral home office. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/16/2004 - 7/17/2004. DeVos, Charlotte Marie GUILDERLAND Charlotte Marie DeVos, formerly of Menands, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 10, 2004 at the Guilderland Center Nursing Home. Daughter of the late Charles and Marie Edinburgh, Charlotte was born in Albany and remained a lifelong resident of the Capital District. Charlotte was a member of the Menands Senior Citizens and the Bethany Presbyterian Church. Devoted wife of the late James F. DeVos, Charlotte is survived by her niece, Helen Pearl of Queensbury, N.Y. and nephew, Kenneth Guyer of Voorheesville, N.Y.; two grandnieces, Susan M. Morse, Voorheesville, N.Y. and Julie Ceyhan, Oceanside, N.Y.; and two grandnephews, Joseph (Jay) Gage, Hillburn, N.Y. and James D. Gage, Waterloo, Wis. Charlotte was predeceased by her sister, Blanch Halsted of Voorheesville, N.Y. and her brother, George Woods, also of Voorheesville, N.Y. Funeral services will be from Frederick Funeral Home, 633 Central Avenue, Albany. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the funeral home on Saturday, July 17, 2004 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment to follow in Memory's Garden, Colonie. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Bethany Presbyterian Church, 21 Lyon Avenue, Albany, NY 12204. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/15/2004 - 7/16/2004. Dewsbury, Willaim H. Members of the VFW Post 9594 of Ravena are requested to attend a service at the Babcock Funeral Home at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, July 16, 2004 to pay respects for our departed comrade, William Dewsbury. VON STEPHENS Commander Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Dewsbury, William H. RAVENA William H. Dewsbury, 76, died Tuesday, July 13, 2004 at his residence after a long illness. Born in Enfield, Conn., he was raised in Albany and has lived in Ravena since 1959. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Mr. Dewsbury was a mason and tile setter and was employed for 20 years at SUNY Albany, retiring in 1988. He was a member of the Capital Area Masons and Unitas Memorial VFW Post 9594 in Ravena. He was a life member of American Legion Post 114 in Ravena and a past member of Ravena Hose Company #1 and Fire Police. He was a member and past president of Sandy's Golf League. He is survived by his wife, Sharon E. Dewsbury; four children, Keith V. (Barbara) Dewsbury of Port Charlotte, Debra (Xie) LaValle of Colton, Calif., William H. Dewsbury of Coeymans Hollow and Scott D. (Rafaella) Dewsbury of New Baltimore; seven grandchildren, Michelle, Matthew, Jeffrey, Kyle, Patrick, Isabelle and Elizabeth; two great-grandchildren, Kristen and Tyler. He is the brother-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. Michael O'Brien of Coeymans Hollow, Mrs. Sylvia O'Brien of Coeymans Hollow, Mr. and Mrs. William Barry of Ravena, Mrs. and Mrs. Gerald O'Brien of Oswego; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call at Babcock Funeral Home, Ravena, Friday 5-7 p.m. All other services will be conducted privately. Memorial contributions to VFW Post 9594 Sickroom Supply Fund, c/o Albert J. Nunziato, 49 South Clement Avenue, Ravena, NY 12143 will be appreciated. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/15/2004 - 7/16/2004. Evans, Dawn (Memoriam) EVANS Dawn (Ziegler) It has been six long years today you left and I miss the one that listens and always understood. You are thought of and missed every single day. Love, Your Sister Barbara Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Garrison, Myrtle Mae (Cole) BALLSTON SPA Myrtle Mae (Cole) Garrison, 93, of Middle Line Road, Ballston Spa died Sunday, July 11, 2004 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Born in Ballston Spa, April 17, 1911, she was the daughter of the late Frederick C. and Harriet M. Cole. She was a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School. Mrs. Garrison was a housewife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was also a businesswoman and owned and operated a dairy farm and real estate business for 74 years. She was a member of Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, Ballston Center Grange and a life member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Franklin Star Chapter No. 369 as well as other organizations. She was active in the Saratoga Co. 4-H as a leader and a supporter. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles O. Garrison, and a son, Charles O. Garrison Jr. She is survived by her loving children, Albert M. Garrison II and his wife Marjorie of Ballston Spa, Gail M. Collins of Edina, Minn., Marcia G. Galloway of Newburgh, Myrna E. Denison and her husband John of Averill Park, Alfred C. Garrison and his wife Mary Beth of Ballston Spa, Russell F. Garrison and his wife Claudia of Ballston Spa, Janice E. Clark and her husband William of Ballston Spa, Frances E. Wolf and her husband Richard of Scotia, Frank O. Garrison of Ballston Spa with whom she resided; sister, Anna Mae Claydon of Saratoga Springs; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Private services have been held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cornell Cooperative Extension 4-H Training Center, 50 West High Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Hanley, Robert (Memoriam) HANLEY Robert J.- In loving memory of our Grandson, Bob, on his 34th birthday. 15 years have gone by and we miss him more each day. He will always be in our hearts and prayers. Family and Friends Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Hannay, Joan Marie Snyder WYNANTSKILL Joan Marie Snyder Hannay, 67, of Woodside Court, died Wednesday, July 14, 2004 at Van Rensselaer Manor after a long illness. Born in Troy, she was the daughter of the late John Snyder and Hazel (Houser) Snyder and wife for 47 years of Harold H. Hannay. She had resided the past 50 years in Wynantskill and was a graduate of Catholic Central High School, Class of 1954. Mrs. Hannay was employed many years ago as an operator for the New York Telephone Company and for many years had been a homemaker. Most recently, she worked part time at Jack and Jill Day Care in Wynantskill. She was a member of the Monday afternoon women's bowling league at Hi-Way Recreation in Wynantskill and was a communicant of St. Jude the Apostle Church in Wynantskill. Survivors in addition to her husband include four sons, Edward (Laura) Hannay of West Dundee, Ill., Brian (Joanne) Hannay of Seminole, Fla., Dennis Hannay of Lehigh Acres, Fla. and Scott (Michele) Hannay of St. Petersburg, Fla.; a sister, Joyce (Thomas) Smith of Wynantskill; seven grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; several nieces and nephews. Services are for family only. Private funeral service will be held Saturday at 12:30 p.m. at the Bryce Funeral Home Inc., 276 Pawling Avenue, Troy with Rev. James Clark, Pastor of St. Jude's Church, officiating. Family only visiting hours at the funeral home Friday from 6-8 p.m. Interment, St. Mary's Cemetery in Troy. Contributions may be made in memory of Mrs. Hannay to the Alzheimer's Association Capital District Chapter, 85 Watervliet Ave., Albany, NY 12206-2083. For a private family guest book and service directions, visit: www.brycefh.com Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Kazsek, Sandra R. COXSACKIE Sandra R. Kazsek, age 56 years, of Scheller Park Road, West Coxsackie, N.Y., died July 14, 2004 at her residence after a four-year illness. She was born in Kingston, N.Y., August 6, 1947 and was the daughter of the late William R. and Leona (Hunt) Reilly Sr. She and her husband owned and operated Steve's Meat Market on Route 32, Greenville, and recently opened a new location on Route 9W, Athens, across from the Athens Generating Plant. She was a member of the First Congregational Church of Saugerties. She married her husband Steve, August 6, 1967 on her 20th birthday. She is survived by her husband Steve Kazsek of West Coxsackie; three sisters, Maryann Every and Elizabeth Dahl, both of Kingston, and a sister, Marjorie Caruso of Jupiter, Fla. Also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews. Private cremation took place July 15, 2004 at the Albany Rural Crematorium in Menands. Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend a memorial service in her memory on Wednesday, July 21, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at the W.C. Brady's Sons, Inc. Funeral Home, 97 Mansion Street, Coxsackie, N.Y. with Rev. Diane Smith, pastor of the Dutch Reformed Church of Prattsville, officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to The American Cancer Society. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Kleinhans, Ethel SCHODACK LANDING Ethel Kleinhans, 92, of Knickerbocker Rd., passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2004 at her home after a brief illness. Ethel was the daughter of the late Arthur and Anna Rappold Downey and wife of the late Percy Kleinhans Sr. She is the mother of Winifred (Leonard) Johnson, Carol (Martin) O'Hara, Percy (Claudia) Kleinhans, Jr. and Nancy (Charles) Halvax; sister of Pauline Siddon and Marie Harrington; also survived by 14 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Mrs. Kleinhans was predeceased by her brothers, George, Arthur, Ernest, James, Raymond, Russell and Frank Downey and her sisters, Ruth Grewe, Mary Wagoner and Alice Depaulo. Her funeral service will be Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Ray Funeral Home, 59 Seaman Ave., Castleton, N.Y. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home Friday, 4-8 p.m. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery, Castleton, N.Y. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/15/2004 - 7/16/2004. Klevanosky, Paul GUILDERLAND Paul Klevanosky, age 85, died Tuesday, July 13, 2004 at the Our Lady of Mercy Life Center after a long illness. Paul lived and died with grace and courage. He was born in Jericho, L.I. and was the son of the late Adalbert C. and Sophie Golinska Klevanosky. He was employed as an auto body mechanic for 20 years and later as a glazier, from which he retired in 1980. Paul served in the Navy during World War II on a destroyer escort and was a member of the Destroyer Escort Sailors Association and the Voorheesville American Legion Post 1493. He was a member of the New Scotland Senior Citizens and a 22-year member of the New Scotland Kiwanis Club. He is survived by his daughter, Karen Klevanosky of Voorheesville and several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Paul was predeceased by his wife, Jeannette, in 1979 and siblings, Charles, John, Stanley, Sophie, Victoria and Helen. Relatives and friends are invited to pay their respects at Karen's residence on Saturday or Sunday evening from 6 to 9. Burial will be in the National Cemetery at Farmingdale, L.I. For those who desire, memorial offerings may be made to St. Peter's Hospice, 315 So. Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208 or the Kiwanis Club of New Scotland in care of the funeral home. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/15/2004 - 7/16/2004. Lessor, Helen K. SCHENECTADY Helen K. Lessor, 100, of the Glendale Nursing Home, formerly of Eastern Avenue, died Sunday, July 11, 2004 at the nursing home. Born in Schenectady, Mrs. Lessor was a lifelong Schenectady area resident. She worked at the General Electric Company for 25 years. Subsequently, she was a statistician for the New York State Health Department in Albany for several years until retiring. Mrs. Lessor was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Niskayuna. She is predeceased by her husband, Arthur E. Lessor, who died in 1964; a daughter, Helen Ferris; a son, Arthur E. Lessor Jr. and a daughter-in-law, Edith Lessor. She is survived by three grandchildren, Maureen Ferris Troy of Rexford, Dr. Ralph A. Lessor of Summit, N.J. and Karen Moran of Severna Park, Md. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service which will be conducted Saturday afternoon at 1:00 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1850 Union St., Niskayuna. Calling hours will be Friday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 at the Gleason Funeral Home, 730 Union St., Schenectady. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Brandon, Vt. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/15/2004 - 7/16/2004. Luzinski, Vera (Memoriam) LUZINSKI Vera In loving memory of our Mom, who passed away nine years ago today. No longer in our life to share, but in our hearts you're always there. For those of you who have your Mom, love her with all your heart. For you never know how bad it hurts til the day you have to part. We love and miss you Mom. Love, Mary, Ronnie and Charley Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Luzinski, Vera (Memoriam) LUZINSKI Vera It has been nine years today since you passed away. We know you're near and always watching over us. You were, are, and always will be the best Grandmother anyone could ever ask for. Love Always, Your Granddaughters, Terri and Kim Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Lyons, Eugene E. RENSSELAER Eugene E. Lyons, 83, died Tuesday, July 13, 2004 at Albany Medical Center Hospital after a short illness. Born in Rensselaer, Mr. Lyons was a life long area resident. He was employed by the State of New York, retiring in 1986 after 35 years of service, and was employed part time for the Albany Medical Center Hospital Security Department. He was an Army veteran of World War II, a member of the Rensselaer Cty. Auxiliary Police and an active member of the Rensselaer County Senior Citizens. Husband of Ruth Z. Kiernan Lyons; father of Ruth Anne Lyons and her husband Marc Vener of Albany, Mary Jean Keegan and her husband Mark of Colonie, Jane Gelhorn and her husband Wayne of Malta, Nancy Kaplan and her husband Alan of Malta, LTC(P) Stephen R. Lyons and his wife Maureen of Fairfax, Va. and the late Eugene Charles Lyons and infant daughter Janice Mary Lyons; grandfather of Meghan, LaMar and Liam Keegan, Stephen and his wife Jill, Kevin and Jason Lyons, Joshua and his wife Jill Lyons, Jeramie and Natasha Gelhorn, Ashley, Jordan and Daniel Kaplan, and Kara and Dylan Lyons. Great-grandfather of Stephen, Connor and Owen Lyons. Also survived by his daughter-in-law, Laurie Parker. Funeral from the Magin & Keegan Funeral Home, 891 Madison Ave. Saturday morning 8:15 and at St. Joseph's Church, Rensselaer 9 o'clock. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call at the funeral home Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. Interment, Our Lady of Angels Cemetery. If desired, contributions in Mr. Lyons' memory may be made to Albany Medical Center Cardiac Unit or Albany Medical Center Rehab Unit, 45 New Scotland Ave., Albany, N.Y. 12208. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/15/2004 - 7/16/2004. Mattison, Howard E. BALLSTON SPA Howard E. Mattison, 85, of Bath Street, Ballston Spa, died Wednesday, July 14, 2004 at Saratoga Hospital. Born in Schenectady, March 8, 1919, he was the son of the late Louis and Clara Mattison. He graduated from Scotia Glenville High School and Green Mountain Junior College. He was an Army Air Corp veteran of World War II. Mr. Mattison worked for General Electric Co. in Schenectady for 30 years, retiring in 1980. His hobby was making signs for various organizations in and around Ballston Spa to advertise their events. Music was a big part of his life in grade school, high school and college. He played stand up bass in a four-piece combo called The Merry Men for many years. He was a member and past master of Franklin Lodge #90 F & AM of Ballston Spa. He was a member of the Royal Arch, Warren Chapter #23, Scottish Rite of Schenectady, Masonic War Vets, American Legion Post 234 of Ballston Spa, Milton Grange and Ballston Area Seniors. He was a past member of the Ballston Lake Volunteer Fire Department. He was predeceased by his sister, Marion VanDorn. Howard is survived by his wife of 31 years, Rita O'Toole Mattison; son, David H. Mattison of N.C.; daughter, Barbara Ann Mattison of Schenectady; three stepdaughters, Kathryn (Bill) Cain of Schenectady, Grayce (Woodie) Gibson of Wells and Therese (Shayne) Kennedy of Clifton Park. Also survived by three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, 15 step-grandchildren, 18 step-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Armer Funeral Home, Inc., 39 East High Street, Ballston Spa. Burial with full military honors will follow at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Road, Town of Saratoga. Relatives and friends are invited to calling hours Sunday afternoon from 2-4 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Emergency Corp, Thompson Street, Ballston Spa, N.Y. 12020 or American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Roberts Jr., Charles Daniel ESPERANCE Charles Daniel Roberts, Jr., 31, of Burtonville Road passed away peacefully at his home on July 14, 2004 surrounded by his loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer of the appendix. Charles grew up in Esperance and was a lifelong resident of the Capital District. A graduate of Schoharie High School, He was active in track, wrestling, cross-country, and many school functions. He attended Suny Albany majoring in criminal justice. Charles was employed as a manager at many of the Friendly's restaurants in the area. He loved sports, playing competitive volleyball and golf, was an avid Dallas Cowboys and New York Yankees fan. He was a caring person always putting his loved ones first even during his long illness. Charles is survived by his loving mother, Rosemary Agat who cared for him throughout his illness and his step-father Jeff Gordon of Esperance; his father Charles Daniel Roberts, Sr. of Albuquerque, New Mexico; his beloved children Shawn, Cameron, and Zachery Roberts; his devoted brother and sister Vincent and Nicole DiGiovanni; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. A graveside service will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:00 p.m. at the Esperance Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Charles Daniel Roberts, Jr. Memorial Fund ( a fund for his children) c/o Central National Bank, P.O. Box 159, Duanesburgh, N.Y. 12056. Arrangements by White-Van Buren Funeral Home, Delanson Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/15/2004 - 7/16/2004. Robinson, Vivian GREENSBORO, S.C. Vivian Tarver Robinson entered into eternal rest on July 11, 2004 at Cone Moses Memorial Hospital in Greensboro, S.C. Vivian leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Barry Robinson and daughter, Velvet Garriques, both of Greensboro, S.C.; surrogate daughter, Mary Lynn Walters (Alberto) of Troy, N.Y.; two surrogate sons, Pedro Tandy of Greensboro, N.C. and Anthony Tarver of Schenectady, N.Y.; one son-in-law, Anthony Chapman of NYC; five stepchildren, Mike of N.J., Teddy of NYC, Donovan of Jamaica, West Indies, Marsha and Marie of Hudson, N.Y.; five grandchildren, Samia Shaw of Greensboro, N.C., Adonis Walters of Troy, N.Y., Ashley Tandy of Miss., Alisha Tandy of Washington, DC and Antonio Tarver of Colonie, N.Y.; one great-grandchild, Amaree Chapman of Greensboro, N.C.; nine sisters, Elnora Smith of Catskill, N.Y., Katie Cox (James), Marjorie Koonce, Annie and Felicia Tarver, Willie Mae Perrin, Cathy Cancer (Gaston) of Albany and Helen Gross of Troy; three brothers, Milton Watson (Carol), Willie Watson (Virginia) of Catskill and David Tarver (Aurelia) of Syracuse; four sisters-in-law, Deloris Tarver of Virginia Beach, Va., Kathleen Tandy of Syracuse, Debbie and Diane Robinson; one brother-in-law, Godfrey; two godsons, Darryl Jordan of Catskill and Darvin Gross Jr. (Teco) of Albany; one goddaughter, Quashonda Perrin of Iowa; a special nephew, Conrad Robinson. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, sisters and brothers in Christ and extended family members will sorely miss her. Funeral service Saturday 2:00 p.m. at Second Baptist Church, 458 Main Street, Catskill, N.Y. Viewing 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. at the church prior to the funeral service at the church. Interment, Monday, July 19, 2004 1:30 p.m., Evergreen Memorial Park. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Robustiano (Memoriam) ROBUSTIANO In memory of our beloved Wife, Mother & Nonnie, on the 5th anniversary of your passing. We think of you in silence, And speak your name often. But all that is left to answer us, Is a picture in a frame. You wished not one of us farewell, No one ever said good-bye. You were gone before we knew it, And only God knows why. A golden heart stopped beating, Your tender hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove, He only takes the best. To some you are forgotten, To others part of the past. But to those who love you dearly, Your memory will always last. We love and miss you with all our hearts and souls forever! Love, Antonio, Your Children, and Grandchildren Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Roehr, Lillian J. EAST GREENBUSH Lillian J. (Arnold) Roehr, 76, of Elliot Road, died at Community Hospice at St. Peter's Hospital on Tuesday, July 13, 2004 after a lengthy illness. Born in Middletown, she had been a resident of the Capital Region for most of her life and was a homemaker. Predeceased by her parents, Leslie and Helen (Sealey) Arnold; her husband, Donald W. Roehr Sr.; and a son, Donald W. Roehr Jr. She is survived by one daughter, Donna (Curt) Secor of Rensselaer; two sons, Clark L. (Sheila) Roehr of East Greenbush and Randy A. Roehr of Rensselaer; two sisters, Muriel Shea of Castleton and Betty Parliaman of Garnersville. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral 11:00 a.m. Friday from the Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpk., Rensselaer, N.Y. Interment will be in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Guilderland. The family has requested that those who wish to remember Lillian make contributions to W.F. Bruen Rescue Squad, 1116 Red Mill Road, Rensselaer, NY 12144 in her memory. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/15/2004 - 7/16/2004. Ryan, Dorothy NORTH ALBANY God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, so he put his arms around you and whispered, Come to Me. Dorothy J. Ryan, 79, died peacefully surrounded by family Wednesday, July 14, 2004. Born in Ballston Spa, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Clara Byrne O'Brien. Dorothy was the former owner of the Towne Inn in Albany and is presently employed as a senior audit clerk for the New York State Office of Technology. She enjoyed her work and friends there, but most of all spending time with her family. She was a proud member of the North Albany Post 1610 Women's Auxiliary and the North Albany Limericks. She was the wife of the late Thomas Ryan; dear mother of Thomas F. Ryan (Bonnie) of Maine, Timothy W. Ryan (Kim) of Watervliet, Tina A. Welch (Thomas) of Plattsburgh and Terrence Ryan (Joni) of Coxsackie; grandmother of Thomas Lohr, Shannon, Brendan, Danielle, Joseph, Kate, Sara, Emmy, Nicole and Joshua; aunt of Raymond Steede, Kathryn Vavasour, Peggy Kaufman and the late Sandra Campbell; two great-grandchildren and several grand nieces and grandnephews also survive. Funeral services Saturday at 8:15 a.m. at the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to Sacred Heart Church, North Albany at 9:00 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Friday, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow the Mass in St. Mary's Cemetery, Ballston Spa. Those wishing to remember Dorothy and her family in a special way may send contributions to Sacred Heart Church, 33 Walter Street, Albany, NY 12204. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/15/2004 - 7/16/2004. Scarr, Florence B. ALBANY Florence B. Scarr, 99, formerly of Oakwood St., Albany died Thursday, July 15, 2004 at the Teresian House. Born in Tribes Hill, N.Y. she moved to Albany in 1936 where she worked in a real estate business with her now late husband, John S. Scarr. She was one of nine children of Stephan and Frances Anderson Briskie, all of whom predeceased her. During World War II, Florence volunteered with the Red Cross as a nurses aid and was a member of the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. She is survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Funeral services Monday at 10:00 a.m. at the Teresian House Chapel. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Monday after 8:30 a.m. at the Teresian House. Interment, St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/16/2004 - 7/18/2004. Shea, John Frances ALBANY John F. Shea, 77, of Albany, beloved husband of Anna (Kearns) Shea for 55 years, died at his residence Wednesday, July 14, 2004. He was born in Albany, the son of the late Joseph and Sarah (McGloine) Shea. Mr. Shea was a Navy veteran of World War II. He retired after 20 years of service from the Albany County Airport, serving as a sheriff deputy and security guard. He was a member of the VFW Post 1019 in Albany. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his loving children, John Shea, Carol VanWie, Susan Shea, Jerry Shea of Albany, Michael (Kathleen) Shea of Rensselaer and Eileen (Edward) Kruzinski of Delanson. He is also survived by six grandchildren, Deric (Shawna) VanWie, Amanda Shea, Stephen Shea, Justin D'Alessandro, Sarah Kruzinski, Megan Kruzinski; two great-grandchildren, Miranda and Timothy VanWie; a brother, James (Rita) Shea of Albany; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Shea was the brother of the late Marion Hennessey, Joseph Shea, Genevieve Evans and Edward Shea. Funeral services will be held Monday at 8:15 from McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to the Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Albany at 9:00 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be held on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Albany County, 445 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/16/2004 - 7/18/2004. Towne, Sean (Memoriam) TOWNE Sean 01/07/81 - 07/16/02 It's been two years, but the pain hasn't lessened. I still can't let go, I can't stop the tears from falling. People say losing a child is the deepest pain, they are right. I gave birth to you, I watched you grow into a wonderful young man. I never thought you would leave before me. You were a wonderful son to me and a great brother. It pains me even more that you will not know the joy of being a father to your son. He looks like you, and I promise he will know the truth someday. You would have been a great Dad, I know this because you always gave your all and you had so much love to give. I Miss You and Love You, Mom Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Waldron, John T. MECHANICVILLE John T. Waldron, 35, of So. Third St., died suddenly Wednesday, July 14, 2004 at his home of natural causes. Born in Schenectady, January 2, 1969, he was the son of Richard Bub Waldron of Mechanicville and the late Judy Ingle Waldron. John was a 1989 graduate of Mechanicville High School and also attended Cazenovia College. For the past three years, John was a correctional officer with the Saratoga County Sheriff's Department Correctional Facility in Milton. Previously, he had worked for DeCrescente Dist. Co. of Mechanicville and also was a greens keeper and member of the Mechanicville Golf Club. A member of St. Luke's Episcopal Church and the Sons of the American Legion, both of Mechanicville, John was a devoted member and much sought after playing partner at the Mechanicville Golf Club and had participated in several tournaments, representing his club. John will be sorely missed by his entire golf club membership. Survivors in addition to his father include his twin brother, Mechanicville Chief of Police Joseph (Samantha) Waldron of Mechanicville; nephew, Matthew and niece, Carrie Anne Waldron, both of Mechanicville; his maternal grandmother, Carolyn Ingle of Mechanicville. He was the nephew of Hawley, Frank, Terry and Thomas Waldron, all of Mechanicville, Raymond Waldron of Saratoga Springs, Elzora Conway of Latham and Earl Waldron of Colonie. John was predeceased by his grandfather, Carson Ingle and uncle, David Waldron and aunt, Carolyn Herman. A funeral service will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville. Burial in Hudson View Cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home on Friday from 4-8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to either St. Luke's Church, Mechanicville or the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Woodson Sr., Rev. David S. ALBANY Rev. David S. Woodson Sr. departed this life at the Samuel S. Stratton V.A. Hospital in Albany, N.Y. on Sunday, July 11, 2004 after a long illness. He recently relocated to Albany from Charleston, S.C. to be near his children. Rev. Woodson was ordained into the AME Zion Church in 1951 and later retired as a pastor in the Baptist Church. He pastored churches in Portland, Me., Great Barrington, Mass., the Bronx and Long Island, N.Y. He is predeceased by his wife, Mabel Harrison-Woodson; his parents, Edwin Sr. and Edna Woodson and his brother, Robert Woodson. He is survived by his four children, Jeanette Raynor of Colonie, N.Y., David Woodson Jr. (Wondetta) of Brooklyn, N.Y., Cheryl Woodson of Guilderland, N.Y. and Dr. Jonathan Woodson (Sherril) of Canton, Mass.; six grandchildren, David Woodson III (Efani) and Derreck Woodson of Brooklyn, N.Y., Jason Raynor of Colonie, N.Y., Jonathan Woodson Jr. and Sarah Woodson of Canton, Mass., Kelly Miles of Guilderland, N.Y.; two great-grandsons, Dante and Mekhai Woodson of Brooklyn, N.Y.; two brothers, Edwin Woodson Jr. (Clara) of Brooklyn, N.Y., James Woodson (Jean) of Chapel Hill, N.C.; a sister, Hilda Bradford of Silver Springs, Md. and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 58 Alexander St. in Albany on Saturday, July 17, 2004 at 12:00 p.m. where Rev. Robert W. Dixon will officiate. Viewing will be from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Burial will be on Monday, July 19, 2004, 10:30 a.m. at the Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville, N.Y. Published in the Albany Times Union on 7/16/2004. Yorio, Joseph A. ALBANY Joseph Anthony Yorio, 83, of Albany, passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2004 at the Guilderland Center Nursing Home. He was born on June 27, 1921 in Corning, N.Y. to Pius Anthony and Anna Barbaro Yorio. Mr. Yorio attended Alfred University in Alfred, N.Y. and served in the US Navy from 1942 to 1945, attaining the rank of motor machinist's mate first class. Joseph worked as a sales engineer for R.J. Murray Heating and Air Conditioning in Colonie for over 25 years before retiring in 1982. He was a member of Christ the King Church in Westmere, the Westmere Volunteer Fire Department and charter member of the Guilderland Elks Lodge #2480 B.P.O.E. and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Joseph is survived by his wife, Sylvia M. (Bonomo) Yorio; a son and daughter-in-law, Robert J. and Joanne C. Yorio; a daughter, Judith M. Yorio; three brothers, Anthony, Francis and Pius Yorio; two sisters, Katherine Marmuschak and Helen Woeppel; three grandchildren, Philip, Michael and Monica Yorio. Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 9:00 at the Beilby Funeral Home, 139 Walnut Street, Corning, N.Y. (607) 936-9121, then to St. Mary's Church, 155 State St., Corning at 9:30 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be Sunday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Beilby Funeral Home. Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Corning. Memorial contributions may be made to the Christ the King Church, 20 Sumpter Ave., Albany, NY 12203 or to the Parkinson's Research Fund, Albany Medical Center A119, 43 New Scotland Ave., Albany, NY 12208 in memory of Joseph A. Yorio. Published in the Albany Times Union from 7/16/2004 - 7/17/2004.