OBITS: Albany Times Union 10 Oct 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 Babcock, F. Nelson PUNTA GORDA, Fla. Francis Nelson Babcock, 73, died Saturday, October 2, 2004 in Florida. Nelson was born in Albany, son of the late John M. and Margaret Babcock. He was raised in Ravena and had lived in Selkirk before moving to Fla. 10 years ago. Nelson was an Air Force veteran serving during the Korean War. He was a retired truck driver and a member of the Local 294 Teamsters. Nelson was a life member of the Ravena Hose Co. and Rescue Squad, a member of Delmar VFW Post 3185 and the Bethlehem Elks. He was also a member of the Punta Gorda American Legion Post 103, the Moose Lodge 1693 and the Eagles in Port Charlotte. Survivors include his wife, Mildred Babcock of Fla.; children, Kevin (Toni) Babcock of New Baltimore, Brian Babcock of Watervliet, Craig (Dori) Babcock of Mechanicville and Laura (Frank) Baird of Calif.; stepchildren, Nelson (Marcy) Crosier of Holly, N.Y., Bonnie (James) Banahan of Selkirk and Connie (Fabian) Mitchell of Schenectady; grandchildren, Jennifer, Jason and Justin Babcock; step-grandchildren, Katlyn Munn, Giles Crosier, James and Colleen Banahan, Ricky Fink, Ian Mitchell and Niona Crosier; great-grandchildren, Justin Babcock Jr. and Hayley Crosier; and many nieces and nephews. Nelson was predeceased by his brothers, George M. and John M. Jr. Babcock and stepson, Keith Crosier. Friends may call at the Babcock Funeral Home, Ravena on Thursday, October 14, 2004 from 5 to 8 p.m. Entombment will take place at the Saratoga National Cemetery, 11 a.m. on Friday, October 15, 2004. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Ravena Hose Co., 116 Main St., Ravena, NY 12143 would be appreciated. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Babcock, F. Nelson Officers and members of B.P.O.E. 2233 are requested to meet at the funeral home Thursday, October 14 at 6:45 p.m. with a service at 7:00 for our departed member, F. Nelson Babcock. DOROTHY A. DUTTON Exalted Ruler Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Barry, Monica M. ALBANY Monica M. Barry, formerly of Langenbach Road, East Schodack, N.Y., died October 9, 2004 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. She had been a resident at The Atria, Shaker, Albany for the last 18 months. She was born in Ancienne-Lorette, Quebec, Canada, November 6, 1910. She had been a member of the Edward Schwartz Senior Center; Over The Hill Gang; The Best Luther Ladies Auxillary; AARP Chapter 1123; R.O.U.S.E. Predeceased by her parents, Wilfred Fiset and Ida Marquis Fiset; her spouses, Edward Barry Sr. and John W. Davenport Sr.; siblings, Wilfred Fiset, Roland Fiset, Emmanuel Fiset, Anthony Fiset, Veronica Mailloux, Henriette Vadney and Laurine Beaumont; stepson, Edward (Fran) Barry, Jr. Survived by daughter Agnes (Gerald) Wolfgang, Albany, N.Y.; son, John (Marlene) Davenport Jr., Scotia, N.Y., stepdaughter, Ruth (Thomas) Sidoti, Las Vegas, N.Y.; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews who were all known to her as Honey. Funeral from the Thomas P. Mooney Funeral Home, 11 Elm Street, Nassau, N.Y. Tuesday morning at 9:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, Nassau where the Mass of Christian burial will be offered. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home Monday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Interment is at Calvary Cemetery, Glenmont. Contributions to Best Luther Fire Department in Monica's memory would be appreciated. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/10/2004 - 10/11/2004. Beaupre, Patricia ALBANY Patricia A. Beaupre, 57, died Thursday, October 7, 2004 at St. Peter's Hospital. She was born in Albany. Patricia loved animals. She was the beloved mother of Bridget Weir, Deborah Weir and Melissa Dawn Weir; dear grandmother of Garrett Weir, Trevor Lloyd and Madison Lloyd-Weir; sister of Wayne Beaupre; aunt of Wayne Beaupre Jr. and Andre Beaupre; cousin of Evie and Denise Martin; several grandnieces and grandnephews also survive. Funeral services Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to Blessed Sacrament Church at 10:30 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Monday 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow the Mass at Calvary Cemetery. Contributions to the North Shore Animal League. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/10/2004 - 10/11/2004. Bianchino, Lou (Memoriam) BIANCHINO Lou Remembering the quiet gentleman who left us far too soon. Sweet memories last forever and keep you close. Love, T Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Burns, Chris (Memoriam) APOSTLE Chris Fourth Anniversary Love You Forever, Joan B. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Carnevale, Louie (Memoriam) CARNEVALE Louie Happy 34th Wedding Anniversary. Love, Carol Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Chamberlain, Thomas E. SCHENECTADY Thomas E. Chamberlain, found October 2, 2004 at Vale Park, age 42. Son of Robert and Margaret Chamberlain of Pa.; brother of Donna M. Kelsey of Sayre, Pa. There was a private Memorial Service. Arrangements by Cremation Funeral Service. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Chiappone, Joseph Joe GLENVILLE Joseph Joe H. Chiappone, 85, died peacefully in his home on October 7, 2004. Joe is predeceased by his wife Mary; daughter, Josette Cordova; parents, Jennie (D'Angelo) and Henry Chiappone; brothers, Harry, Salvatore and Philip; sister, Frances Hernandez. Joe is survived by his daughters, Janet Messina of N.J., Joan (Rick) Von Ehr of Charlton; son-in-law, Richard Cordova of Pa.; sister, Rose (John) Puccio of N.J.; beloved grandchildren, Angela, Nicole, Drew, Megan, Jessica; great-granddaughter, Natalie; brother-in-law of Ray and Jean Koehne of Charlton; uncle and great-uncle to numerous nieces and nephews who affectionately called him Uncle Chip. Joe's family extends a heartfelt thanks to the Schenectady Hospice Staff and Susan Rosen for their care of Joe and support of his family during the past six months. Calling hours will be held Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Glenville Funeral Home, 9 Glenridge Road. The Queen of Peace Prayer Group will lead a rosary at 3 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday 10 a.m. at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Glenville. Interment follows in St. Anthony's Cemetery, Glenville. Memorial contributions may be made to EWTN, 5817 Old Leeds Rd., Irondale, AL 35210 or Community Hospice of Schenectady, 1411 Union St., Schenectady, NY 12308. Arrangements by Demarco-Stone Funeral Home. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Clancy, James B. ALBANY James B. Clancy, died peacefully in his home on Thursday, October 7, 2004. Born in Peekskill, N.Y. on April 30, 1918, Jim was a graduate of Mercersberg Academy in Pennsylvania and Fordham University in New York City. He achieved the rank of captain in the U.S. Army Air Corp while stationed in the Philippines during World War II and was awarded the American Campaign Medal, the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal and the World War II Victory Medal. He was assigned to the War Crimes Investigation Detachment from 1944 to 1946 and served as adjutant to the defense counsel for General Yamashita at the close of the war. After the war, Jim co-founded Paragon Press in Brooklyn and later started Travel Inc. opening travel offices in East Orange, N.J., Ridgewood, N.J. and the Carlyle Hotel in New York City. He served as chairman of the board of adjustment in the town of Ridgewood for many years until retiring in 1980. Jim then moved with his family to New London, N.H. where he was elected to the board of education and the planning board, serving in those capacities for more than ten years. Jim was known for his prevailing gentle humor, his discerning judgment and his kind and thoughtful nature. He earnestly believed that life is to be enjoyed and he tried always to bring everyone along with him on that adventure. He was particularly fond of jelly beans, licorice sticks, baseball, the Millrose Games, mismatched clothes, all things Irish and just simply, people. He traveled extensively, genuinely welcoming the company of all peoples, and formed many, many lasting friendships. He loved, most of all, being surrounded by his children and seven grandchildren and his family continually and totally responded to that love. He knew it was time to leave the people and the life he cherished, to find the greatest loving...and he accepted that with the same trust and grace with which he lived his life. The world has lost a true gentleman; he will be forever missed by all that knew him. Jim was predeceased by his first wife, Martha Ann Clancy in 1967 and is survived by his present wife of 35 years, Suzanne. His devoted children and their spouses include Pamela and Dave Break of Fairlawn, N.J., Susan and Rich Lyzenga of Branchville, N.J., Johnny and Patricia Clancy of Lake Forest, Calif., Jimmy and Lou Ann Clancy of Anaheim, Calif., Kevin and Julie Clancy of Altamont, N.Y. and Jeffrey and Michele Clancy of Woodstock, Conn. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 5 p.m. at St. Lucy's Church, Grand St., Altamont. Burial will be in Saratoga National Cemetery. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Clermont, Dorothy WATERVLIET Dorothy Perreault Clermont, 79, of Watervliet, died Saturday, October 9, 2004 surrounded by her loving family at St. Mary's Hospital in Troy. Born in Cohoes, daughter of the late Raymond and Anna Mae Dyer Perreault, she resided in Green Island for many years before moving to Watervliet 20 years ago. A homemaker, Mrs. Clermont was a communicant of St. Brigid's Church in Watervliet, a former communicant of St. Joseph's Church in Green Island, a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Watervliet Elks, the Watervliet Senior Citizens and a former member of the St. Joseph's School Mothers Club. Survivors include her beloved husband of 58 years, Alfred J. Clermont; her devoted children, Christine (George) Cline of Niskayuna, Kevin (Diane) Clermont of Watervliet and Renee (Fred) Lass of Altamont; six cherished grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Calling hours will be held at the McNulty Funeral Home, Green Island on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. with funeral services led by Father Donald Kelly beginning at 7:30 p.m. Interment will be in the Saratoga National Cemetery. Because of the wonderful care given to Dorothy by the doctors and nurses in St. Mary's Hospital Critical Care Unit, the family requests that donations be made to the Seton Health Foundation in Dorothy's name. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/10/2004 - 10/11/2004. Czwakiel, Clara ALBANY Clara Pabis Czwakiel, 93, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, October 8, 2004. Born and educated in Amsterdam, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Hynek Pabis. She had lived in Albany since the 1930's. Mrs. Czwakiel retired in 1975 from the former New York Telephone Company after 20 years of service and remained active with the Telephone Pioneers after her retirement. She was a longtime communicant of St. Catherine of Siena Church. Mrs. Czwakiel enjoyed cooking for her family and feeding the birds and squirrels in her back yard. Wife of the late Martin J. Czwakiel; mother of Barbara, Martin, Ronald (Lynda) and Thomas Czwakiel; sister of Josephine Strozik, Phyllis Burton and the late Theodore Pabis, Marion Czech, Frances Ott and Stanley Pabis. Also survived by nine grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral services Tuesday at 9:15 a.m. from the Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Ave., thence to St. Catherine of Siena Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home Monday from 4-7 p.m. Interment will follow the Mass at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. The family wishes to express a special thank you to St. Peter's Home Care, especially Bill. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to St. Catherine of Siena Church, 40 Hopewell St. Albany, N.Y. 12208 Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/10/2004 - 10/11/2004. Frankiln, Mary GLENVILLE Mary Edwards Franklin, 90, died October 9, 2004. Wife of the late Harry; mother of Barbara Franklin, Patricia Hernandez, Virginia Brown (Elliott); grandmother of Parry Stender. Services private. Donations to St. Clare's Hospital Foundation, 600 McClellan St., Schenectady, NY 12304 or the Women's Alliance of the First Unitarian Society, 1221 Wendal Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12308. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Kadio, Peter J. ALBANY Peter J. Kadio, 88, died Thursday, October 7, 2004 after a long illness. He was a native of Zgharta, N. Lebanon. Husband of his beloved Jenny Kadio; father of James Kadio, Kathleen Trifiletti, Yveonne Eggleston and David Kadio; brother of Raymond Kaddo and Josephine Shaker-Mawad; grandfather of Wayne Trifiletti, Dannielle Eggleston, Darrin Eggleston, David Kadio Jr. and Lisa Kadio. Also survived by several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral services Monday at 7 p.m. in the Daniel Keenan Funeral Home. Friends and relatives are invited and may also call at the funeral home Monday 4-7 p.m. prior to the service. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Kalendek, Raymond F. DELMAR Raymond Francis Kalendek, 72, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, on October 6, 2004, peacefully closed his eyes at home and went to be with the Lord. Ray was an extremely devoted and loving family man. His life revolved around his family and his home. Always an active man, he took pleasure in many interests. He enjoyed gardening, woodworking, reading, traveling, candle making, Yankee games and being Mr. Fix It. Most of all, he treasured time spent in the company of his family and his two dogs, Scruffy and Mandy. The tremendous loss and grief will be forever embedded in the hearts of those who love him. He leaves behind his wife, best friend and companion of 38 years, Patricia Brady Kalendek. He remains father and best dad in the world to Raymond G. Kalendek of Delmar, Shelley Bennett Kalendek of Albany, Michelle Schoeller of California, James Bennett Kalendek of St. Johnsville, Marcy Rollis of Clifton Park, Beth Kalendek, who lived at home and Kathleen Kalendek of Averill Prk. Ray, Papa was always very involved with his grandchildren's lives including school and sport activities. His grandchildren that loved their Papa so very much are Alexandra and Andrew Rollis, Cody and Michaela Mosley, Raymond and Ashley Kalendek and Nichlaas and Tiffany Brouwer. Ray was very fond of his sons-in law, Stephen Rollis, Kenny Schoeller, daughter, Kathleen's life partner Michael Mosley and Shelley's fiance, Billy Gerard. He will also be mourned by Robert Ford, his closest friend of 67 years. He will be greatly missed by adopted family members, Mark Burke, Sr. and son, Markie. Born July 6, 1932 in Albany, N.Y., Ray was the son of the late Raymond C. Kalendek and the late Antonina (Jane) Kalendek. He attended school at the former St. Ann's Academy. He served his country faithfully in Germany during the Korean War. After 27 years of employment with the Capital District Transportation Authority, he retired in 1996 as a supervisor/trainer. He held many offices in the Bethlehem Elks Lodge #2233 and was Past Exalted Ruler in 1985. He was a member of the American Legion Post #1040. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Delmar. Friends and relatives may call at the Applebee Funeral Home, 503 Kenwood Ave., Delmar on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. Interment will be in Our Lady Help of Christians Cemetery, Glenmont. Contributions may be made to American Heart Association, 400 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/8/2004 - 10/10/2004. Kazanjian, Alice TROY Alice Kazanjian, of Troy, died Friday, October 8, 2004 at St. Mary's Hospital in Troy. Born in Troy, she was the daughter of the late Armen Kazanjian and Nouritza (Patanian) Kazanjian. She had resided in Troy all her life and was a graduate of Troy High School and attended computer school and IBM school. Miss Kazanjian was employed in data processing at New York State Department of Audit and Control in Albany and formerly was a bookkeeper and in retail sales. She was a member of St. Peter Armenian Apostolic Church in Watervliet. She received much enjoyment from doing for others and loved spending time with her family. Miss Kazanjian loved music and dancing. She is survived by a sister, Josephine Speanburg and husband Richard of Troy and several cousins. Funeral service will be held Monday, at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Peter Armenian Apostolic Church, 100 Troy-Schenectady Road, Watervliet with Rev. Stepanos Doudoukjian, Pastor and Rev. Garen Gdanian, former Pastor, officiating. Relatives and friends may call at the Bryce Funeral Home, 276 Pawling Ave, Troy, Sunday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Contributions may be made in memory of Miss Kazanjian to St. Peter Armenian Apostolic Church, 100 Troy-Schenectady Road, Watervliet, N.Y. 12189. For a private family guest book and service directions, visit www.brycefh.com. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Kiwus, Donald Paul WINTER PARK, Fla. Mr. Donald Paul Kiwus of Winter Park, passed away on Friday, September 17, 2004. He was born in Kingston, N.Y. on July 14, 1935. Donald moved to Winter Park with his family in 1977. He was an aerospace engineer for Martin Marietta and a member of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church for 27 years. He had many gifts and talents among them; music, sailing, fly fishing and oil painting. Above all else Donald was a loving and kind father, grandfather and a devoted husband to his wife, Helen Mary for 45 years. Donald was a devout Catholic and propagated the faith by his example and by sharing with others the powerful blessings he had received by the recitation of the rosary. He is survived by his wife Helen; and his daughters, Monica Adams of Hurst, Texas; Laura Green of Albany, N.Y. and Leslie Lynch of Winter Park, Fla. Donald is survived by five grandchildren; his mother Anna Kiwus; and his brothers Frank and Fr. John. He is preceded in death by his father, Frank Kiwus. A Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, October 23, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at Ferncliff Nursing Home (chapel), 50 River Rd. Rhinebeck, N.Y. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Kotasek, Marie S. DELMAR Marie S. Kotasek, 53, died Friday, October 8, 2004 at Community Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital after a 10 year courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Marie was from E. Patchogue, Long Island and attended Maria College in Albany. She was retired from Nynex (Verizon) after 25 years and then enjoyed nine years of early retirement. She was an avid antiquer and loved her home and cats. She was predeceased by her parents, Helen Horak Kotasek and Frank J. Kotasek and a brother Joseph Kotasek. She is survived by her soulmate, Nancy Nichols; and devoted friend, Dorine (Pixie) Fuller; a sister, Lynn Luck and her husband Bill; brothers, Frank Kotasek and John Kotasek, beloved nephews, Tom Luck, Chris Luck and his wife Erin, John Kotasek and his wife Miriam, Greg Kotasek and his wife Donna; and her very special great niece Jena Marie. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Wednesday evening from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Applebee Funeral Home, 403 Kenwood Ave., Delmar. A prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Friday at Mary Immaculate Church in Bellport, Long Island. Burial will follow in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Coram. Donations in Marie's memory may be made to Caring Together (ovarian cancer support group), P.O. Box 12383, Albany, NY 12212 or Whiskers, P.O. Box 11190, Albany, NY 12211. The family wishes to thank Dr. Daniel C. Kredentser and his staff with a special mention to Colleen Murray for the kindness and support over the years. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/10/2004 - 10/13/2004. Low, Harold J. HUNTER Harold J. Low, died October 7, 2004. Mr. Low owned the real estate office of Low & Low Realty of Hunter, N.Y. He was a World War II veteran. Son of the late Otto Loewi (1935 Nobel Prize Recipient) and Guida Goldschmidt Loewi; brother of Geoffrey Low of Thailand; good friend of Karl and Margo Plattner of Hunter. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. McGrail Sr., Michael ARCHER, Fla. Michael McGrail Sr. Mickey, 71, formerly of Snyders Lake, died October 6, 2004 at North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville, Fla. He was born August 1, 1933 in Albany, N.Y. to the late George and Ethel (Green) McGrail. Michael was a long time member of the Wood, Wire and Metal Lathers Union and Local #370 Brotherhood of Carpenters Union and life member of the Adirondack Woodsmen's Club. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy (Kern) McGrail, Archer; beloved father of Michael McGrail Jr., Millville, N.J., Tina Stephens of Selkirk, Charles McGrail, Voorheesville, Tammy McGrail of Colonie, Kathleen Roy of Wynantskill, Jackie Keevern-Ryan of Clifton Park, Daniel, Richard and Jay Carpinello of Wynantskill, Patricia McDonald of West Sand Lake, Tammy Cross of Nassau and the late Patricia LaBarge. Brother of Joseph, Paul and Richard McGrail, Sylvia Bushey and the late Virginia Donahue and Sister Beatrice and George McGrail and Anna Peart. Also survived by 19 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral 7:00 p.m. Sunday, October 10, 2004 from the Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpk., Rensselaer. Friends may call in the funeral home on Sunday from 3-7 p.m. prior to the service. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. The family has requested that those who wish to remember Mickey make contributions to Make-A-Wish Foundation, 950 New Loudon Rd., Suite 280, Latham, NY 12110 in his memory. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/9/2004 - 10/10/2004. Merritt, Eugene ALBANY Eugene Merritt, age 83, departed this life on Wednesday, October 7, 2004 after a brief illness. Husband of the late Johnnia (Rowe) Merritt for 45 years until she returned to the Lord in 1990. He was a dedicated employee for 35 years at State Equipment. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. Some of his greatest joys were spending time with his friends, but most of all spending time with his son. He was a great tilter of the soil and loved raising fresh vegetables. Many neighbors can attest to the fact that he was good and kind hearted in sharing with the community. He leaves to cherish his memory a loving and devoted son Curtis Merritt of Albany, N.Y., Kyoda Childs, Meischa Anderson and Lillian Kimbrough, all of Aliquippa, Pa.; grandfather of 11; great-grandfather of two and a special friend to those who knew him or touch their lives. Services will be held on Tuesday, October 12, 2004 from the Garland Bros. Funeral Home, 75 Clinton Avenue, Albany, N.Y. Calling hours are from 10-11:00 a.m., with services at 11:00 a.m. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Nicholas Sr., Edward J. ALBANY Edward J. Nicholas Sr., age 90 years, of Whitehall Road, passed away Thursday, October 7, 2004 at Child's Nursing Home in Albany. He was born in Albany and was a lifelong resident of the city. Mr. Nicholas was employed as an athletic director and sports coach for St. John's Academy in Rensselaer for 33 years. He was an avid NY Yankee baseball fan and was a coach for the Albany Twilight League. He was a member of Bleecker Stadium Hall of Fame and was a semi-pro baseball player. Ed retired from the Albany County Clerks Office over 30 years ago. Survived by his wife, Dorothy Robinson Nicholas, formerly of Rensselaer; father of Mary Anne Nicholas of Albany, James (Pat) Nicholas of Rotterdam, Lynn (Dr. Thomas) Rosano of Albany, Peggy Nicholas of Albany, Eddie (Linda) Nicholas Jr. of Gilbert, Ariz., Catherine Nicholas of Copper Landing, Ala. and Elizabeth (Timothy) Bohler of Middleburgh. Brother of the late Margaret Farnan; special uncle of Therese Connors of Monroe, N.Y., Peter Farnan of Colonie, Anne Early of Colonie, Peggy Mantey of Kingston and the late James Farnan. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and numerous other nieces, nephews. The Nicholas family would like to offer a special thank you to the caring staff at Child's Nursing Home and Community Hospice of Albany County for the care and concern shown their husband and father. Funeral from the W.J. Lyons Jr. Funeral Home, 1700 Washington Avenue, Rensselaer Monday morning at 8:00 and 9:00 at St. John's Church, Herrick Street, Rensselaer where the Liturgy of Christian Death and Burial will be offered. Relatives and friends are invited and call at the funeral home Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Interment will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, East Greenbush. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Child's Nursing Home, 25 Hackett Blvd., Albany, NY 12208 or to Community Hospice of Albany County, 445 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205. Condolence page at: www.wjlyonsfuneralhome.com Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/9/2004 - 10/10/2004. O'Mara, Mary M. ALTAMONT Mary M. O'Mara, 69, died Friday, October 8, 2004 at her home in Altamont. Mary was born in Albany and was a lifelong area resident. She retired as a food service worker with Guilderland High School. She was a member of St. Boniface Episcopal Church and its altar guild. She was predeceased by her son, Daniel P. O'Mara in 1995. Survivors include her husband of 48 years, John C. O'Mara; one daughter, Irene R. O'Mara of Amarillo, Texas; two sons, John P. O'Mara and his wife Patricia of Guilderland Center and Michael W. O'Mara and his wife Theresa of Altamont; five grandchildren, Erin, Margaret, Sean, Kathleen and Michael O'Mara. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held Monday at 11 a.m. at St. Boniface Episcopal Church, Western Turnpike, Guilderland. Friends and relatives may call at the Fredendall Funeral Home, 199 Main St., Altamont on Sunday from 4-8 p.m. Burial will be in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Guilderland. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make contributions to Make A Wish Foundation of Northeast NY, 950 Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110 or the American Cancer Society, PO Box 102454, Atlanta, GA 30368-2454. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/9/2004 - 10/10/2004. Oppedisano, Joseph ALBANY Joseph D. Oppedisano died Wednesday, October 6, 2004 at the VA Medical Center after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Born in Albany, he graduated from the Cathedral Academy and went on to SUNY Albany, majoring in education. He was a former teacher at Albany High School and Ravena-Coeymans High School. He owned his own restaurant, Cairo Gardens, in Cairo, N.Y. and was also an area musician in his own band called the Manhattans. Joe retired from the New York State Department of Labor after more than 30 years of service. He was one of the original founders of the Capital District Regional Food Bank and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was the son of Mary Sgambellone Oppedisano and the late Joseph Oppedisano. He was the husband of the late JoAnn (Jodie) Conway Oppedisano; father of Joseph V. Oppedisano of Las Vegas, Nev. and Julie A. Wilson (Larry) of Slingerlands; grandfather of Gregory and Adam Wilson; brother of Rosemary Grieco, Antoinette Bosco, James Oppedisano, Jeannette Oppedisano, Richard Oppedisano (Rose), Loretta Kelly and Nancy Andre (Joseph); brother-in-law of Robert Conway; many nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services Monday at 8:15 a.m. from the Dreis Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Albany at 9:00 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. William H. Pape, rector. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Saturday 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow the Mass in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Restoration Fund, 125 Eagle Street, Albany, NY 12202 or the Regional Food Bank, 965 Albany Shaker Road, Latham, NY 12110. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/8/2004 - 10/10/2004. Pike, Helen R. ALBANY Helen Reissing Pike, 84, of Waterford died suddenly Thursday, October 7, 2004 at Albany Medical Center Hospital. She was the wife of the late Lloyd Laing Pike and the mother of Martha Pike of Boston, Mass., Ethel Pike of Lansingburgh, N.Y. and the late Lloyd Alan Pike. Helen graduated as a registered nurse from the Deaconess Hospital in Great Falls, Montana in 1941. She served in the U.S. Army Nurse Corp from 1942-1946. After assisting her husband with the Lloyd Pike Insurance Agency she later returned to the nursing profession working at Samaritan Hospital as well as volunteering with the American Red Cross Blood Bank in Rensselaer County. A memorial service will be held at the United Methodist Church of Lansingburgh at a date and time to be announced soon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Helen's memory may be made to the United Methodist Church of Lansingburgh, PO Box 239, Troy, NY 12182 or the American Red Cross, 33 Everett Road, Albany, NY 12205. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Pitman, Willie Mae ALBANY Mrs. Willie Mae Pittman (Mother Pitman) departed this life on October 6, 2004. She was born September 5, 1922 in Montgomery, Ala. to Leona Faulks and Alfred Morris Sr. (both deceased). She was reared in Birmingham, Ala. until such time as she and her family moved to Albany, N.Y. She met and married Ben Willie Pitman (deceased) in August 1950, who became the proud parents of two daughters, Brenda and Barbara. She became a member at Mount Olive Baptist Church under the pastorship of Rev. Odell Wesley Surgick. Later in life, she converted to Full Gospel (non-denominational) after becoming a member of New Covenant Christian Fellowship Church where she attended until her death. She leaves to mourn two daughters, Mrs. Brenda Pitman-Parrish (husband Mike) of Albany and Barbara J. Pitman of Schenectady, N.Y.; grandchildren, Emmanuel J. Pitman (wife Heather), Nakeysha Durham, Kaylande D. Pitman, Odaysha Hicks and Joi Naylor; great-grandchildren, Shyara Durham, Tayshawn Pitman, Melvin Easley III, Yikym Wells, Xavier Pitman and Emmanuel Jr. and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral services Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at the New Covenant Christian Fellowship Church, Albany. Relatives and friends are invited and may call after 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church. Interment will follow the service at Graceland Cemetery. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/10/2004 - 10/11/2004. Quirk, Kathryn SAN BERNADINO, Calif. Kathryn Murphy Reibou Quirk, passed away on October 5, 2004 in San Bernadino. She was born on January 3, 1924 in Albany, N.Y. to the late William M. and Catherine Flynn Murphy. She was predeceased by William Reibou and Edmund P. Quirk, her respective husbands. She is sister of William J. Murphy of East Greenbush and the mother of Roberta Wygant Martel of Lake Arrowhead, Calif. Beloved grandmother of Rob (Julie) Wygant, Amanda Wygant and James Wygant; great-grandmother of Caroline and Riley Wygant. A memorial Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, October 12, 2004 at the Historic Church of St. Mary's 10 o'clock. Relatives and friends are invited. There will be no calling hours at the funeral. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/10/2004 - 10/11/2004. Racana, John Jack DELMAR John Jack Racana, 75, of Delmar, died Wednesday, October 6, 2004 at St. Peter's Hospital after a short illness. He was born in Flushing, N.Y. on June 3, 1929, the son of the late Pasquale and Anna (Lanza) Racana. Jack honorably served his country as a staff sergeant in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was employed by the NYS Labor Department as a hearing reporter, retiring in 1994 after 33 years of service. Jack was a communicant of St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Delmar. He is survived by his wife, Joan Marie (Guglielmo) Racana; a daughter, Lisa M. Sammon and her husband Kevin of Delmar; a son, Thomas J. Racana and his wife Nina of Rotterdam; a brother, Anthony Racana and his wife Trudy of Fla.; two sisters, Sara Izzo and her husband Gus of Pa. and Katherine Otto and her husband Leo of Fla.; six grandchildren, Stacie, Jason, Stephanie, Ryan, Gabriella and Emily; a great-grandson, Alex; several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Sunday evening from 4 to 8 at the Applebee Funeral Home, 403 Kenwood Ave., Delmar. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Monday at the Church of St. Thomas the Apostle, 35 Adams Pl., Delmar. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Glenmont. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jack's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 260 Osborne Rd., Albany, NY 12211. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/9/2004 - 10/10/2004. Ray, G. Stewart (Memoriam) RAY In memory of G. Stewart Ray, Our husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and brother-in-law, who died one year ago. We thank you, dear friends for your condolences, compassion, understanding, friendship and generosity during this difficult first year. It is the stories, caring and memory of each of you that we continue to feel Stewart's vital presence, humor, passion and love. Sandra, Kathy and Dennis and Sophia, Danyell, Brenda, Barbara Ray Gould, Dylan, Hud, MaryLee and Angelo Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Rogan, Eugenia M. CLIFTON PARK Eugenia M. Rogan, 90, of Clifton Park and Worcester, N.Y., died peacefully October 6, 2004 surrounded by family. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late John and Wanda Sawicz and the wife of the late Edward John Rogan. She was a loving and gentle wife, mother and grandmother. Her love of literature, art, music and nature served as an inspiration to all. Eugenia had a profound respect for humanity and all living things. She lived her life with quiet dignity and elegance. Eugenia is survived by six children, John Rogan and his wife Iris of Marysville, Calif., Eileen Klem and her husband Douglas of Charlotte, N.C., Christine McGurrin and her husband David of Clifton Park, Anne Rogan of Clifton Park, Edward Robert Rogan and his wife Jeri of Littleton, Colo. and Timothy Rogan and his wife Janice of Stockton, Calif.; 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She is also survived by three sisters, Jane Deppe, Helen Davis and Elizabeth Timmins and many cherished nieces, nephews and cousins. The celebration of the life of Eugenia Rogan will be held on Monday at 1:00 p.m. at Saint Joseph's Church, 201 Main St. (Rt. 7), Worcester, N.Y. (12197). Interment will be in Saint Joseph's Cemetery, Worcester immediately following the Mass. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the Catricala Funeral Home, 1597 Route 9, Clifton Park on Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. Donations in Eugenia Rogan's memory may be made to Saint Joseph's Church at the address above. Arrangements are under the direction of the Daniel D. Purcell Funeral Home. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/8/2004 - 10/10/2004. Stewart, Elsie Beckman RENSSELAER Elsie Beckman Stewart, 86, died October 9, 2004, wife of the late William Stewart. Mother of Carol Ackerman of Delmar, grandmother of Holly Ackerman of Mich. Elsie enjoyed camping, sewing, bird watching and knitting. She worked for the Farm Bureau during World War II. Funeral service Thursday 2 p.m. at the Delamr Reformed Church, 386 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date at the Rosewood Gardens Nursing Home, Rensselaer. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/10/2004 - 10/12/2004. Tully, Anne M. ALBANY Anne M. Tully, 53, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2004 at St. Peter's Hospital surrounded by her family. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of Michael F. LaFrank Sr. and the late Alice Walsh LaFrank. She graduated from the former Vincentian Institute, SUNY Plattsburgh and received her masters degree from the College of St. Rose. Anne had spent more than 20 years working at the College of S. Rose. She presently served as the assistant vice president for graduate admissions and was the former dean of continuing education at Saint Rose. Anne was a member of the Albany Country Club and active member of the Wednesday Night Golf League. She was predeceased by her husband, Peter M. Tully in December 1997. She was the sister of Mary Dupre (Paul) of Barre, Vt., Helen C. Spring (Rob) of Barre, Vt., Alice Mazzoccone (John) of Albany and Michael F. LaFrank Jr. of Albany; sister-in-law of Dr. George Tully, Neil, John and Carol Tully; 12 nieces and nephews; and several grandnieces and grandnephews also survive. Funeral services Tuesday at 8:15 a.m. from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to St. Catherine of Siena Church, Albany at 9:00 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Monday 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow the Mass at St. Agnes Cemetery. Those wishing to remember Anne and her family in a special way may send a contribution to the Peter M. Tully Scholarship Fund at the College of St. Rose, 432 Western Ave., Albany, NY 12203. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/10/2004 - 10/11/2004. Warner, Linda (Memoriam) WARNER In loving memory of Linda. Love, Your Friend Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Whitbread, Ruth HALFMOON, N.Y. Ruth Whitbread, 83, died Saturday Oct. 9, 2004 after a brief illness. Wife of the late Robert J. Whitbread. Mother of Linda Marjorie Guenin, Robert D. Whitbread and John P. Whitbread; sister of Mildred Shay; grandmother of Joshua Guenin and Christopher David Linn. Funeral private at the convenience of the family. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/10/2004. Young, Geneva ALBANY Geneva Young, age 84, of Regent St., passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2004 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. She was born in Sarah, Miss. and lived in Albany for most of her life. She was employed by the State of New York for 30 years until her retirement in 1982. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ned Louis Young. She is survived by her children, Ethel (Robert) Mitchell of Atlanta, Ga., Norise (Randall) Harris of Albany, Melvin Young of Rochester, N.Y. and Michael Young of Albany; sister of Robert Scott of Cleveland, Ohio, Annie Sheldon of Miss. and Lily Williams of Albany. She is also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at the Garland Bros. Funeral Home on Monday, October 11 beginning at 10:00. Relatives and friends are invited to come. The interment will be in Albany Rural Cemetery, Menands. Family will receive callers at 88 Whitehall Road following the interment. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/9/2004 - 10/10/2004.