OBITS: Albany Times Union 6 Oct 2005; 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 Bobermin, Jeannette EAST GREENBUSH, N.Y. Jeannette Bobermin was called home to God on October 3, 2005 at the age of 85. She was the daughter of Felix and Wadislawa Helhoski, formerly of Pellets Island, and wife of the late Robert Bobermin. Mrs. Bobermin was a retiree of Key Bank and a former president of Credit Women International. She had lived in East Greenbush, N.Y. for 26 years. Survived by her loving daughter, Pat and son-in-law Charles Corbett, with whom she had lived for the last 15 years. They will miss her very much. Visitation hours will be from 3 to 6 p.m. on Friday, October 7, 2005 at the Donovan Funeral Home, 82 South Church Street, Goshen, N.Y. Funeral Mass will be at St. Joseph R.C. Church, Florida, N.Y. on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Bruen Rescue Squad, East Greenbush, N.Y. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Butler, Joseph ALBANY Joseph Butler, 50, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 1, 2005. He is the son of Fannie B. Butler and the late Tony J. Butler Sr. He leaves to mourn, his daughter, Leah; mother, Fannie; six brothers, Ernest, Tony Jr., Howard, David, Nathan and Arthur; six sisters, Marie, Lillian, Annie, Nannie Belle, Rita and Faye; a host of many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, friends and a special friend, Gloria Guy. Viewing will be Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. followed by the funeral services at 11 a.m. from Wilborn Temple C.O.G.I.C., 121 Jay St., Albany. Interment, Graceland Cemetery, Albany. The family will receive callers at 1533 Second St., Rensselaer, NY 12144. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/6/2005 - 10/7/2005. D'Ambro, Louis A. (Memoriam) D'AMBRO Louis A. It's been one year since you left us, though we know that's just part true. For you are with us in our hearts in everything we do. It's hard to look back on all the pain you went through. It was part of God's plan to bring him closer to you. We miss you for your tenderness, your sparkle and your shine. Just one more hug, just one more look and we would be just fine. But to know you are at peace in a world that is divine. To close our eyes and see you is to have an Angel all the time. Love Your Wife, Children and Grandchildren Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Deere, Beverly J. COLONIE Beverly J. Deere, 56, of Colonie, passed away on Wednesday, September 5, 2005 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital, after a long illness. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Harriet Zabinski. She was a resident of Colonie for 30 years. Mrs. Deere was a member of the Latham Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. She enjoyed gardening and reading. Bev is the beloved wife of 37 years to Donald Deere. She is the cherished mother of Kimberly Ferracane of Latham, James Deere of Waterford and Jon Deere of Colonie. She is the devoted grandmother of Julianna Ferracane. Also surviving is her brother, Stanley Zabinski of Sacramento, Calif. and one niece and three nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend funeral services on Saturday morning at 9:30 at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155 - south of Central Ave). There will be no calling hours. Interment will be in Memory's Garden. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Latham Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses, 400 Albany Shaker Rd., Loudonville, NY 12211 in memory of Beverly J. Deere. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/6/2005 - 10/7/2005. DuBois Jr., Arthur J. COHOES Arthur J. DuBois Jr., 75, of Willow St., Cohoes, died Wednesday, October 5, 2005, at Samaritan Hospital, Troy, embraced by his loving family. Born in Cohoes, he was the son of the late Arthur J. and Bertha Elmer DuBois Sr. and beloved husband of Sophie Waz DuBois of Cohoes. Art was a lifelong resident of Cohoes and graduated from Cohoes High School. He was employed in the turbine department with General Electric in Schenectady and with Ford Motor Company in Green Island in the radiator department. He retired after 15 years of service with Republic Steel in Troy as a foundry worker and was a member of the PAA/PNA group 2462 in Cohoes. Art was dedicated to his family. He especially enjoyed the family gatherings on holidays and special occasions. He also enjoyed camping and was a member of St. Michael's Parish in Cohoes. In addition to his wife, Art is survived by his devoted children, Nancy DeVoe and her husband Jeffery of Cohoes, David A. DuBois of Cohoes, Kenneth A. DuBois and his wife Margaret of Latham and Gary A. DuBois and his wife Lisa of Ballston Spa; his sisters, Mary Jane Bowers of Watervliet and Elizabeth Belokopitski of Watervliet; five cherished grandchildren; four adored great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Blanche Jourdanais, and his brother, Donald and Kenneth DuBois. A special thanks to the Oncology Department, 6th floor staff at Samaritan Hospital. Funeral from the Fitzgerald Funeral Home Ltd., 105 Vliet Blvd., Cohoes, Saturday morning at 9:30. Mass of Christian Burial will be from St. Michael's Church, Cohoes at 10 o'clock. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery, Waterford. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home Friday evening 4-8. Those wishing to remember Art may make contributions in his memory to the American Cancer Society, Memorial Processing Center, 6725 Lyons St., P.O. Box 7, East Syracuse, NY 13057-0007. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/6/2005 - 10/7/2005. Elacqua (Memoriam) ELACQUA It's been four years, and not a day goes by that I don't think of the things we shared together. You will always be in my thoughts. Love, Pat Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Follos, Marie OCALA, Fla. Marie Follos, 82, of Ocala, formally of Loudonville, N.Y., died Sunday, October 2, 2005. She was born October 22, 1923 in Troy, N.Y., the daughter of Clarence Weeden and Maude Castle. Estelle is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, John E. Follos Sr.; devoted mother of four sons, John E. Follos Jr. (Lillian) of Voorheesville, Ronald W. Follos (Christina) of Clifton Park, Gary R. Follos (Alison) of Wilmington, N.Y. and David E Follos (Lisa) of Ocala. She was predeceased by one daughter, Barbara M. Ruben. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, Steven Follos (Lynda) of Collegeville, Pa., Carla DeLong (Joseph) of Ballston Spa, Lisa VanLare (Michael) of Hanover, Mass., Eric Follos (Christine) of Delmar, Rebecca Follos of Voorheesville, Timothy Follos of Washington D.C., Caroline Follos of Oneonta, Diana Howard (William) of Saranac Lake, Mitchel, Austin and Travis Follos of Ocala; two brothers, Donald Bowes (Shirley) of Troy and Donald Wahrlich (Betty) of Jacksonville, Fla.; and nine great-grandchildren. The funeral will be private and burial will be in Whiteface Cemetery, Wilmington, N.Y. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Freedman, Alan R. ALBANY Alan R. Freedman, of Albany, died Monday evening, October 3, 2005 at St. Peter's Hospital following a brief illness. Born in Albany, he was the son of Morris and Eva Sovetts Freedman. A lifelong Albany resident, Alan was a graduate of Albany High School, Siena College and Albany Law School. He was engaged in a private law practice in Albany for over 50 years, accomplished in the areas of commercial and real estate law and collections law. He was a long standing member of the Albany County Bar Association and, as a member of the Commercial Law League of America, was honored in 2004 for his 50 years of service in his field. He was devoted to his heritage and religion, and was very knowledgeable and educated in the field of Jewish law and history, and was a dedicated teacher at Temple Israel and Congregation Ohav Sholom in Albany. He also served as a Cantor during the High Holy Day services and during weekly services at various congregations both in and outside the area. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Albany. The loving husband of the late Gloria S. Freedman; he was the devoted and loving father to their children, David M. (Jessica) Freedman of Albany and Elizabeth I. (the late Irving L. Kass) Freedman of New York City, who survive. Funeral services will be private. Memorial contributions would be appreciated by the family on behalf of Alan to the charity of one's choice. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Gardner, John J. NISKAYUNA John J. Gardner, 42, of Dean St., passed into eternal light suddenly October 3, 2005. He was the beloved husband of Lynn Howe Gardner, celebrating their 21st wedding anniversary this month. He was a wonderful father to Meaghan Gardner of Queens, N.Y. and Ashleigh Gardner of Niskayuna; also to his black lab pals, Bailey and Bleu. John was an outstanding son to Joseph and Nora Barrett Gardner of Waterford. He had very special relationships with all of his brothers and sisters as well as their partners. Surviving are sisters, Denise Manny of Niskayuna, Bernadette Colarusso of Waterford, Ann Gallup (Bill) of Niskayuna, Pam Grignon (Dan) of Niskayuna; brother of James Gardner and David Gardner (Laura) of Waterford. John was a special light in the lives of his mother-in-law, Diane Howe of Niskayuna; and his sister and brother-in-law, Kristin and Shawn Burke. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews who lovingly refer to him as Crazy Uncle John as well as many great friends. John's beautiful face, personality and dedication to his family and friends will be missed. There will be no calling hours. The funeral will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in John's memory may be made to the Adirondack Save-a-Stray in Corinth, NY or the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society in care of the Philip J. Brendese Funeral Home, 133 Broad St., Waterford, NY 12188. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Gaylord, Margaret Peggy NISKAYUNA Peggy Gaylord went home to be with our Heavenly Father on October 4, 2005 after a four-year battle with ovarian cancer. She was 61. She will joyously reunite with her mother, father and brothers, Phillip, William and Joseph; her nephew, Billy and cherished friends including Carolyn McAlonen. Born Margaret Mary Klett on February 19, 1944 to the late Phillip and Wilma Klett, Peggy was raised in the Town of Colonie. She was a loving and devoted wife to Raymond Joseph Gaylord and a selfless mother to their seven children. Peggy worked for Oswald D. Heck Development Center for 16 years. She loved her job and the people she worked with and was often accused by her children of liking them more, to which she would reply, Sometimes, I do. Peggy was committed to helping others. Everywhere she went, she would lend a helping hand whether it be to a stranger or someone she knew. She truly lived by the saying Tis better to give, than receive. Her beautiful smile and contagious laugh will remain in our hearts forever. She cherished her relationships with her friends and would often say, I have the most wonderful friends in the world; she was truly blessed to have you and she thanks you for remaining close to her throughout her illness. She will be missed by so many. Peggy is survived by her husband of 42 years, Raymond J. Gaylord Sr.; their children and spouses, whom she loved like her own, Raymond and Laura Gaylord of Washington, D.C., Lisa and Terry O'Brien of Schenectady, Cindy Hill of Schenectady, Kelly and Gary Sheffield of Colorado Springs, Colo., Craig and Angela Gaylord of Burleson, Texas, Denise Gaylord of Alexandria, Va. and Diana and Dave Iannetto of Tampa, Fla.; her beloved brother, Michael Klett and family, wife Diana and their children Mickey and Chrissy of Colonie; her beautiful grandchildren, whom she loved with all of her heart, Alicia and Heather O'Brien, Jacob Hill, David Gaylord and Brooke and Jack Sheffield; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Although Peggy always wished she could have done more, she raised seven wonderful children who have the same zest for life and concern for others that Peggy displayed each and every day of her life. This truly is a testimony to her life and legacy. She fulfilled her purpose here on earth and is now home, without pain or suffering. Calling hours will be Saturday, October 8, 2005 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Griswold Funeral Home, 1867 State St., Schenectady followed by a graveside service at St. Joseph's Cemetery. It was Peggy's greatest wish that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Caring Together, Inc., P.O. Box 12383, Albany, NY 12212-2383. Proceeds will benefit their effort in the development of an early detection test for ovarian cancer. The support she received from Caring Together Inc. not only helped her deal with her disease, but also provided a place where she found the sisters she never had. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Green, Rosalie C. Hamm CASTLETON Rosalie C. Hamm Green, 62, of Green Ave., died Wednesday, October 5, 2005 at Albany Medical Center after a long illness. Born in Albany, she lived in the Capital Region her whole life. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Green was predeceased by her husband, Harold Green Jr.; parents, Arnold C. Hamm Sr. and Winona E. Follett Hamm. Survivors include daughters, Virginia Moak and Tammy Green, both of Castleton; son, Richard (Robin) Green of East Greenbush; sister, Faith Reed of Delmar; and brother, Arnold C. Hamm Jr. of Colonie; granddaughter, Heather Moak, also of Castleton. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral Saturday 11:00 from the Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpk., Rensselaer. Interment will be in East Greenbush Cemetery. Friends may call Friday evening from 5-8 in the funeral home. Contributions may be made to the family, 241 Columbia Tpk., Rensselaer, NY 12144. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Hynes, Peter T. COXSACKIE Peter T. Hynes, age 58 years, of Terry Lane, Coxsackie, died October 5, 2005, at his residence. He was born in Catskill, N.Y., April 28, 1947 and was the son of the late Donald James and Anne Margaret (McGuigan) Hynes. At the time of his death, he was employed by the Village of Coxsackie as a deputy treasurer. During his lifetime, he was employed by the Greene County Bank, the Catskill Savings Bank, the Grossman and Marshall and Sterling Insurance Companies. He was a certified finanical representative for Securities America and was a member of the Coxsackie Knights of Columbus #548, a member of the Coxsackie Hose Co. #3, a former trustee for the Village of Coxsackie and a Democratic committeeman. He was also a member of the Coxsackie Democratic Club and a coach and manager of the Coxsackie Little League for many years. He is survived by his wife, Anita P. (Coniglio) Hynes of Coxsackie; two sons, Ryan P. and Darin M. Hynes, both of Coxsackie; two brothers, Donald (Jimmy) Hynes of Coxsackie and Thomas Hynes of Athens; two sisters, Anne McDonald of West Coxsackie and Mary Ellen McDermott of Coxsackie; one grandchild, Dillon P. Hynes of Coxsackie; many cousins, nieces and nephews; also survived by a dear friend for over 50 years, Thomas Burke of Coxsackie. Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 8, 2005 at St. Mary's Church, Coxsackie, Rev. Fr. J. Moyna will be the celebrant. Interment will follow in the family plot of the St. Mary's Cemetery, Coxsackie. Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend calling hours at the W.C. Brady's Sons Inc. Funeral Home, 97 Mansion Street, Coxsackie on Friday, October 7, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1450 Western Avenue, Room 101, Albany, NY 12203-3572. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Jackson, Lilli (Grass) GLENMONT Lilli (Grass) Jackson was called to be with the Lord on October 4, 2005. She was the beloved wife of the late Milton R. Jackson; loving mother of Beverly Jackson and Lilly (Jackson) Filkins of Rensselaer, Barbara Roman of N.J., Kathryn Tarentino and Daniel Jackson of Albany. She was the cherished grandmother of Cindy J. Aguam (Daryle) of Fla., Ronald V. Filkins (Colleen) of Albany, Carl J. Redcross Jr. (Corena) of N.J., Jennifer Tankersley (Blaze) and Leigh Tarentino of Brooklyn, and Bosco Tarentino of Albany. Lilli also leaves behind special in-laws from Utica, N.Y. and Albany. She also is survived by eight great-grandchildren, Joshua, Anthony, Nicole, Brooke, Julia, Alex, Trevor and Brent. Lilli was born on October 11, 1924 in Montreal, Canada and raised in New York City. She married on April 25, 1942 and resided with her family in Albany and subsequently Glenmont. Lilli worked at W.T. Grant Company as a sales manager in the stationery department. A devoted grandmother, Lilli retired from Grant's in 1968 to help raise her three grandchildren. After the passing of her husband, she moved to her own apartment in Van Rensselaer Heights where she lived independently until 2001, when she moved to Van Rensselaer Manor in North Greenbush. Special memories include her favorite nicknames for her children, Snookie, Cookie, Tudy, Reenee and Skeezix. She loved writing, shopping, anything pink, country crafts and any kind of trinket. She collected salt and pepper shakers from all over the world and treasured all of her possessions, especially gifts from her family and close friends. Her memories were important to her, and she meticulously labeled every gift she received and every photo that she took. Her home was always lovingly decorated, with never an empty space to be found on her walls or tabletops. Blessed with wisdom beyond her years, she was always quick to apply a clever old saying to any situation. Always generous and giving, she served as a volunteer for the Rensselaer Senior Citizens, for which she received many awards. In later years, her favorite activity was Bingo. Lilli also attended church services religiously. Since Lilli always wore two or three butterfly clips, she started a fashion trend at the Manor and was fondly referred to as the Butterfly Lady by staff and residents. Lilli's legacy will undoubtedly include her wonderful sense of humor, her friendly and outgoing personality and her unforgettable laugh. She will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Lilli's family is profoundly grateful to the caregivers in Wing C3, to whom we will always be thankful. Their exemplary care and consistent show of love and compassion during her four years there will never be forgotten. With deep gratitude, Lilli's family commends the staff of Hospice of Rensselaer for their support, compassion and understanding in her final days. Jesus has taken his beloved child, home where she has sun without rain, joy without sorrow, and peace without pain. In honor of her wishes, there will be no calling hours and the funeral service will be private. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that contributions or donations be made to the Salvation Army, P.O. Box 1787, Albany NY 12201 or Hospice of Rensselaer, 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/6/2005 - 10/7/2005. Jeoney, Athanasios Thano D. ALBANY Athanasios Thano D. Jeoney, 49, died suddenly Tuesday, October 4, 2005 at St. Mary's Hospital, Troy after a golf match. He was born in Albany, the son of Rita Demas Jeoney and the late James G. Jeoney. Thano had resided in the Albany area all of his life where he attended Hudson Valley Community College, Troy and graduated from Bentley College, Waltham, Mass. He was a self employed furniture manufacturers' representative and a professional musician. He was a member of St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church Choir. He was also a volunteer for any need, charity, or fund raiser of the Church. Thano was a member of the Octavo Choir of Schenectady and was part of many bands, throughout his life, the Trio Bel Canto, who toured the world since 1981, the Trojans of New York, but his heart belonged to a local band, P.M.M. They often played at their Albany clubhouse, Inga's. Thano was truly the happiest man anyone could ever meet and he loved his family and friends whole heartedly. He donated many hours to charity work, fund raising and to his life long friendships. He will be deeply missed every day. His passions were laughter, love, family, friends, music, the church, and golf. Every memory of Thano includes his sharing his quick wit, sense of humor, and laughter which will never be forgotten. May his memory be eternal. In addition to his mother, he is survived by a brother, George D. (Pattie) Jeoney II of Albany; an uncle, Alexander J. (Punch) Jeoney of Tucson, Ariz.; an aunt, Anastasia Tsekares of Albany. He was the beloved of Evyenia (Jennie) and Marina. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, a great-nephew and an extended loving family and countless friends. Funeral service will be Saturday, October 8, 2005 10 a.m. at St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church, 440 Whitehall Road, Albany. Relatives and friends are also invited to call at the Tebbutt Funeral Home, 633 Central Ave. Friday 4 to 8 p.m. A Trisagion Memorial Service will be held Friday at 7:30 p.m. Interment will be in Graceland Cemetery, Albany. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/6/2005 - 10/7/2005. Jettner Jr., Frank C. ALBANY Frank C. Jettner Jr., 69, died Sunday, October 2, 2005 at Childs Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Lincoln, Neb., Mr. Jettner had been a resident of Albany for the past 40 years. He earned his master's degree in astronomy and was employed as a program analyst for the NYS Department of Transportation, retiring in 1997. Prior to his retirement, Frank was employed in the astronomy department at SUNY Albany and was owner/proprietor of Chili Franks Restaurant of Ontario St. Mr. Jettner is survived by his wife, Amalia Kott Jettner; two daughters, Susan K. Natoli (Robert) of Copaigue, N.Y. and Alicia A. Jettner of Canajoharie, N.Y.; brother of Eugene Jettner of Ariz. and Robert Jettner of Neb.; also survived by two grandchildren, Michael and Laura Natoli. Funeral services will be held Friday evening 6 o'clock at the Magin & Keegan Funeral Home, 891 Madison Ave. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Frank's memory may be made to the Memorial & Honor Program, American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 1132, Fairfax, VA 22038-1132. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/5/2005 - 10/6/2005. Kalendek, Raymond F. (Memoriam) KALENDEK Raymond F. In memory of Raymond F. Kalendek, on the 1st anniversary of his death, October 6, 2005. This year has gone by and we are no closer to healing than we were in the weeks & months after his death. The loss of him is unbearable. We never gather anymore without reminiscing about Dad and Papa. Ray was an elegant man, a much loved man and a man who gave so much to his family. We have a place in our hearts that will always be empty. We love you and we miss you as your endless love surrounds us. Wife Patricia, Children and Grandchildren Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Keller, Marguerite Peg SCHENECTADY Marguerite Peg Keller, 102, entered into eternal life October 2, 2005. It is well with her soul. Born in Livingston, N.Y., September 20, 1903, she was the only child of Clayton and Elizabeth Patten Miller. Peg moved from the farm to Schenectady as a young child, graduated from Spencer Business School, and was employed as a bookkeeper at Wallace Co. Department Store until she started raising her family in 1928. She also worked throughout the 1950s for the food concession service in GE Turbine Building. Peg was predeceased by her first husband, Grant E. Mount in 1948, by her second husband, Harold F. Keller in 1982, and by her stepson, Ret. Col. Bruce G. Keller in 2004. Surviving members of her family include a son, Joseph G. Mount and his wife Margaret (Peggy) of Clifton Park, N.Y.; daughter, Dora E. (Betty) Mount with whom she lived in Niskayuna; granddaughters, Kristin L. Mount, New York City, Susan L. Spencer and her husband Harvey; and great-granddaughters, Sarah M. and Jessica M. Spencer, all of Rolling Hills Estates, Calif.; step-daughter-in-law, Annie H. Keller; step-grandchildren, Laurie A. Keller and Kenneth B. Keller; all of Fort Walton Beach, Fla. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services on Saturday, October 8, 2005 at 9:00 a.m. at Niskayuna Reformed Church, followed by a reception in Fellowship Hall. Burial will follow the reception in Park View Cemetery. Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be made to Niskayuna Reformed Church, 3041 Troy Road, Niskayuna, NY 12309, St. Clare's Hospital Foundation, 600 McClellan St., Schenectady, NY 12304 or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements are by the Jones Funeral Home. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/5/2005 - 10/6/2005. Kerker, Donald (Memoriam) KERKER Donald. Remembering you on your birthday. We love and miss you every day. Love, Ma, Bob and Valerie Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Kuethe Ph.D., James L. SCOTIA James L. Kuethe, of Johnson Road, Scotia, died peacefully after a long illness on October 3, 2005. He was born in Baltimore, Md. to James Louis Kuethe Sr. and Elizabeth L. Whitson on October 8, 1933. He attended Johns Hopkins University, where he was awarded his B.S. and M.S. degrees and received a Ph.D. at the age of 24. He was a professor of educational psychology who taught at Columbia University, Johns Hopkins University and finally at the University at Albany, from which he retired after almost 30 years. Jim loved the outdoors, especially fishing, birding and gardening and, in recent years, developed a strong interest in genealogy and completed considerable research on his mother's Whitson ancestry. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Maria; and three children, a son, Dean (Rebecca), a stepson, Benjamin Gordon (Randi) and a daughter, Sarah Pai (Thomas); his five grandchildren, Christopher Pai, Emily Pai, Richard Gordon, Isabel Kuethe, and Caroline Kuethe, were a source of constant delight to him. A memorial gathering will be held in the Richard J. Ryan Funeral Home, Sacandaga Rd., Galway Village, Saturday, October 8 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited. Interment will be private for the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to the Nature Conservancy, 4245 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22203. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/6/2005 - 10/7/2005. LaFleche, Vincent Edward RENSSELAER Vincent Edward LaFleche, 65, formerly of Watervliet and Clifton Park, died Sunday, October 2, 2005 at the Albany Medical Center after a long bout with lung disease. He is the son of Duane LaFleche, of Rexford and formerly of Watervliet, and the late Ethel Bruce LaFleche, who died in 2002. He is the beloved father of Anthony M. LaFleche, Nicholas V. LaFleche and Marc J. LaFleche, all of Clifton Park; brother of Peter (Lana) LaFleche and David (Connie) LaFleche, both of Clifton Park; former husband of Barbara Joan Quackenbush LaFleche of Clifton Park. He is also survived by five nieces, five nephews and several grandnieces and grandnephews; and his dear friend, Collette Formel of Troy. The funeral will be Friday at 10 a.m. from the Parker Bros. Memorial, 2013 Broadway, Watervliet and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick's Church, Watervliet where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 3 Winners Circle, Suite 300, Albany, NY 12205. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/5/2005 - 10/6/2005. Lajeunesse, Catherine I. Kay CLIFTON PARK Catherine I. Kay Lajeunesse, of Appletree Lane, beloved wife of the late Paul R. Lajeunesse, died on Wednesday, October 5, 2005 at St. Mary's Hospital in Troy. Born on October 10, 1932 in Oneonta, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Edward S. and Mary (Vamosy) Marshilok. She was a graduate of St. Patrick's School and Catholic Central High School in Troy. Mrs. Lajeunesse had been employed for over 30 years by General Electric Silicones in Waterford, retiring in 1992. Kay enjoyed reading, bowling and Las Vegas. She was a member of the GE Quarter Century Club and was a communicant of Corpus Christi Church in Ushers. Devoted mother of Karen (Henry) Wacksman, Susan (Christopher) Minardi, Joseph (Pamela) Lajeunesse and Jeffrey (Marguerite) Lajeunesse, all of Clifton Park, Ross (Cheryl) Lajeunesse of Las Vegas, Nev. and the late Gregory Lajeunesse; sister of the late Anne Mohan, Mary and Edward J. Marshilok; also survived by 15 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Kay is also survived by her dear friends, Jean Wehmann and Rose Cosgrove. Funeral will be held Friday morning at 8:15 from the Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home, 1550 Route 9 in Clifton Park, thence to Corpus Christi Church, Ushers where at 9:00 a.m. the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Celiac Disease Foundation, 13251 Ventura Blvd., Suite 1, Studio City, CA, 91604, in memory of Catherine I. Kay Lajeunesse. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Mazzaferro, Lucille ALBANY Lucille Mazzaferro, 80, died Tuesday, October 4, 2005 in the Community Hospice at St. Peter's Hospital. Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Lucy LaComb Smith. She had worked for New York State Department of General Services and, before that, for the Mohawk Brush Company. Lucille was predeceased by her husband, Neno Mazzaferro, in 1986. She was the beloved mother of Linda Mazzaferro of Parrish, Fla. and Thomas Mazzaferro (Lucy Ciani) of Colonie; dear grandmother of Amy and Laura; sister of the late Anna Coppola; aunt of Toni Nunez and Frank Vernacchio; niece of Leo Rossi; cousin of Rachael and Loretta Rossi. Funeral services Thursday at 8:15 a.m. from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to St. Clare's Church at 9:00 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited. Interment, St. Agnes Cemetery. Contributions to Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/5/2005 - 10/6/2005. McGrail, Mick (Memoriam) McGRAIL Mick One year ago, as a beautiful sunrise broke through the sky, God called you home. You said I love you Babe and closed your eyes. This has been a stressful year, but the kids have always been there for me. I miss you...that will never change. We all love and miss you. Dot and Family Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Mineau, Joanne LaBarge ALBANY Joanne LaBarge Mineau, 73, died Tuesday, October 4, 2005 at St. Peter's Hospital. Joanne was born in Pittsfield, Mass. and had lived in Feura Bush and then Coeymans Hollow for 30 years. She worked for the former Dime Savings in Delmar. Joanne was a volunteer at the Ephesian House in Ravena, participated in Christian Music Ministries and was a prayer partner in a local care group. She was a good and blessed friend to many. Survivors include her husband, Normand Mineau of Coeymans Hollow; children, Brenda O'Connor of Bradenton, Fla., Michael (Diane) Mineau and Mark (Mary) Mineau, both of Coeymans Hollow, Kathleen (Herb) VanAnden of Ravena and David (Julie) Mineau of Schaghticoke; brothers, Paul LaBarge and Ralph LaBarge; sister, Dianne Fairbanks; and six grandchildren, Catie, Adam, Jennifer, Angela, Nathan and Justin. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, October 8 at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Coeymans Hollow. Friends may call at the Babcock Funeral Home, Ravena on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to the American Diabetes Association or the American Heart Association. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/6/2005 - 10/7/2005. Scarlata, Michael Anthony COLONIE Michael Anthony Scarlata, loving father and husband, talented engineer and craftsman. Michael, age 55, passed away surrounded by his family on Monday, October 3, 2005. He was born on January 19, 1950 in Albany, N.Y. Mike was a graduate of Averill Park High School, and of RPI, where he received a B.S. in mechanical engineering. He loved his job as director of engineering at the State University Construction Fund, which sadly, he had to retire early because of a degenerative brain disease. He then found happiness in attending Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Loudonville where he had been a member of the choir. Up until the later stages of his illness, he spent much of his free time fishing, waterskiing, downhill skiing, swimming, and woodworking. Beloved husband of Helen J Scarlata; devoted father of Jim, Andrew and Amy; brother of Susan Houser, Steven and Christopher Scarlata; son of Josephine and the late Salvador Scarlata. He is also survived and loved by many nieces, nephews, cousins, uncles, aunts and friends. Funeral 9 o'clock Friday morning from the Reilly & Son Funeral Home, Colonie and at 10:00 o'clock at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 2 Shaker-El, Loudonville. Burial will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery in Colonie. Calling hours will be Thursday from 4-8 p.m. in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be sent to Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer's Disease Center, Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, 320 E Superior, Searle 11, Chicago, IL 60611. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/5/2005 - 10/6/2005. Simpson, Rose (Battaglia) ALBANY Rose (Battaglia) Simpson, 97, died Monday, October 3, 2005 at Albany Medical Center Hospital. Born in Albany, Rose operated the former VinRose Beauty Salon along with her first late husband, Vincent Battaglia. She was a longtime communicant of Blessed Sacrament Church, Albany. She was the wife of the late Harold Simpson and Vincent Battaglia; sister of the late Paul and Joseph Grossi; aunt of Shirley Grossi Frank (Edward) and Joseph Grossi (Cleora). She is also survived by many grandnieces, grandnephews, great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews. Funeral services Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Interment, Memory's Garden Cemetery. Those wishing to remember Rose in a special way may send a contribution to Blessed Sacrament Church, 607 Central Ave., Albany, NY 12206. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/5/2005 - 10/6/2005. Snyder, Alfred V. COLONIE Alfred V. Snyder, 77, passed away on Tuesday, October 4, 2005 at the Teresian House after a long illness. Alfred was born on December 11, 1927 in Albany and was the son of the late Joseph and Josephine Kane Snyder. Alfred worked as an optical technician for American Optical in Latham for 37 years. He continued his career at Wallkill for the State of New York in industrial training for 13 years. He was an avid fisherman and an artist, enjoying painting and drawing. He also enjoyed traveling, especially visiting Hawaii on two occasions. Alfred is survived by his wife of 56 years, Dorothy E. Snyder; his son, Ken (Dale) Snyder of Syracuse; his daughter, Diane Cottone of Guilderland; his grandchildren, Jeffrey (Gina) Bogardus, Richard (Alexis) Bogardus and Dawn Snyder; his great-grandsons, Brody and Aidan Bogardus; his sister, Marion Feeney of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to the staff at the Teresian House for the care given to Alfred and his family during his brief stay...they prove there are angels amongst us here on earth. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Clare's Church in Colonie. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery in Colonie. A calling hour will precede the Mass from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Friday at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie (Rt. 155 -south of Central Ave). Memorial contributions may be made to the Teresian House, 200 Washington Ave. Ext., Albany, NY 12203 in memory of Alfred V. Snyder. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Sperry, Philip C. GUILDERLAND Philip C. Sperry, 70, of Guilderland, passed away on Tuesday, October 4, 2005. Born in Gloversville, he was the son of the late Page and Irma Sperry. Mr. Sperry was the director of human resources for the New York State Department of Education at the time of his retirement in 1991. After retirement, he worked on the professional development program for Rockefeller College, was a member of the American Arbitration Association, an executive director of ESCOT and was the secretary and on the board of directors for R.P.E.A. Mr. Sperry was an active alumnus of Syracuse University. Philip is the beloved husband of 48 years to Ann M. Sperry; the devoted father of Deborah Sperry Ineson and her husband Robert Ineson and Sheryl Sperry; and the cherished grandfather of Andrew and Maureen Ineson. Also surviving is his sister-in-law, Gwen Sperry, as well as many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday morning at 10:00 at Trinity United Methodist Church, Albany. Calling hours will be Friday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155 - south of Central Ave). Interment will be in Memory's Garden, Colonie. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church Scholarship Fund, 235 Lark Street, Albany, NY 12210 in memory of Philip C. Sperry. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/6/2005 - 10/7/2005. Stacy, Andrew R. AVERILL PARK Andrew R. Stacy, 56, of Miller Hill Road, died suddenly Saturday, October 1, 2005 at Samaritan Hospital in Troy. Born in Troy, he was the son of Doris (Perry) Stacy of Averill Park and the late Nicholas Stacy and husband of Carol A. Gray Stacy. He had resided in Averill Park most of his life and was a 1967 graduate of Averill Park High School, a graduate of Russell Sage College and did his graduate work at Amherst College. Andy was a research scientist for the New York State Department of Health in Albany for 36 years. He was a member of Church of the Covenant in Averill Park and an avid fisherman, master craftsman in woodworking and an avid photographer. Survivors in addition to his wife and mother include his daughter, Danielle C. Stacy of Averill Park; a brother, Nicholas Stacy (Virginia) of Farmington, N.Y.; a sister, Reatha A. Williams (David) of Pownal, Vt.; two brothers-in-law, Val Gray of Averill Park and Russell Gray (Leigh Ann) of Monroe, Conn.; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service will be held Friday at 7:30 p.m. at the Church of the Covenant, Route 43, Averill Park with Rev. Richard Neal, pastor officiating. Contributions may be made in memory of Andrew Stacy to the American Cancer Society, 260 Osborne Road, Loudonville, NY 12211. For a private family guest book and service directions, visit www.brycefh.com Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/4/2005 - 10/6/2005. Swint, Jane Marie ALBANY Jane Marie Swint (Howe), 69, died Sunday, October 2, 2005 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn, after her strong battle with pancreatic cancer. Born May 28, 1936 in Carthage, N.Y. to Paul and Dora Howe, she attended Augustinian Academy then moved to Syracuse, N.Y. and attended Eastwood High School and later attended Watertown School of Commerce. Jane was most recently employed at Coram Health Care Services in Albany. Predeceased by her parents; husband, Donald Swint; first husband, Walter Stewart; and children, Stephen Paul Stewart and Paul Stephen Stewart. Survived by her children, Kim (Stewart) Waite of Loudonville and Daniel Joseph Swint (Elia) of Albany; proud stepmother of Donald Swint (Joann) of Latham, William Swint (Joann) of Colonie (children, Jasmine, Arianna and Cierra); Terry Tedesco (Jim) of Watervliet (children, Danny and Nicholas) and Lori Antalek (Rick) of Latham. Sister of JoAnne Trew of Liverpool, N.Y., Gretchen Yaeger and Timothy Golden, both of Lacona, N.Y. Proud Grandma Jane to Kara, Shane and Scott Waite, Samantha, Amy and Kelly Swint. The Swint family will be receiving friends and relatives on Thursday, October 6, 2005 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Tebbutt Funeral Home, 633 Central Ave., Albany. A funeral liturgy will be celebrated 9 a.m. Friday, October 7 at Holy Cross Church, Western Ave., Albany between Rosemont and Brevator Sts. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, a donation be made to Community Hospice of Albany County, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205 or the National Pancreas Foundation, P.O. Box 15333, Boston, MA 02215. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/5/2005 - 10/6/2005. Tulchinsky, Iosif ALBANY, N.Y. Iosif Tulchinsky, age 75, of Hudson Avenue, Albany, died Monday evening, October 3, 2005 at his residence. Mr. Tulchinsky was born in Tirspol, Russia and has been a resident of the Capital District since 1993. For many years, he was a beverage salesman. Mr. Tulchinsky was well known for his kindness as he took pleasure in helping others. He enjoyed listening to music. He is survived by his loving wife, Brandly Tulchinsky; beloved father of Alexander (Maya) Tulchinsky of Atlanta, Ga. and Iraida Tulchinsky of Troy, N.Y. He also leaves four grandchildren. Graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 6, 2005 at the Independent Benevolent Cemetery, Fuller Road, Guilderland, N.Y. at 2:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice. Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005. Tune, James W. ALBANY Mr. James W. Tune, Tip, born February 13, 1928, departed this life on Friday, September 30, 2005 at Julie Blair Nursing Home. He was born in Scottburg, Va. to the late Willie Tune Sr. and Geraldine Sydnor. He was employed at Powell and Minnock Brick Works until his retirement after 33 years. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of over 50 years, Lillian, and his brothers, Emmett and Joseph. He is cherished by his devoted daughter, Joanne Tune Williamson (Edward); five devoted sons, James (Diane), Walter (Dorothy), Larry (Kathy), Stanley (Lula) and Michael (Mary), all of Albany. He is survived by his oldest brother, Willie Jr., and sister, Geraldine Thompson; sisters-in-law, Mrs. Louise Martin of South Boston, Va. and Mrs. Barbara Williams, Rose and Pearl Tune; brothers-in-law, Aaron Williams and Willie Freeman; adopted brother-in-law, William Goodridge; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 7, 2005 at 12:00 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 58 Alexander Street with Rev. Robert W. Dixon, pastor, officiating. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the church on Friday from 10 to 12 p.m. Interment will follow in Graceland Cemetery. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/5/2005 - 10/6/2005. Weir, Felecia WATERVLIET Felecia Weir, 87, formerly of Watervliet, entered into eternal rest, Tuesday, October 4, 2005 at the Albany County Nursing Home after a long illness. She was the widow of John Jack C. Weir. Mrs. Weir is survived by a son, Jack T. Weir and his wife Dorene of Kinderhook; a daughter, Jean C. Tribley and her husband Ron of North Hampton, N.Y.; a sister, Grace Coleman of Azle, Texas; a brother, Gilbert Redd of Port Richie, Fla.; four grandchildren, Robert Jr., David and Tom Messick and Susan (Joe) Messick Mariano and four great-grandchildren, Stefan and Noah Messick and Tori and Trey Mariano. Also survived by sister-in-law, Dorothy Craven of Malta. She was predeceased by a sister, Isabelle Coleman, and a brother, Franklin Redd. The family wishes to express a sincere thank you to the Albany County Nursing Home, staff of the A-Wing and Albany County Hospice. I tell you the truth, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be CONDEMNED; he has crossed over from death to life. John 5:24. Funeral service 10:00 a.m. Friday at the Bowen Funeral Home, 600 Fifth Avenue (corner of Sixth Street), Watervliet with Fr. Martin Wendell officiating. Friends are invited and may call Thursday 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment in Memory's Garden, Colonie. Contributions in her memory may be made to Mohawk and Hudson River Humane Society, 3 Oakland Avenue, Menands, NY 12204. Directions and condolence page at www.bowenfuneralhome.com Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/5/2005 - 10/6/2005. Widdowfield, Ethel S. (Schultz) DELMAR Ethel S. Widdowfield, nee Schultz, 93, October 5, 2005. She is the wife of the late William C. Widdowfield; mother of Linda W. Blattner of Delmar; grandmother of Christopher and Melissa Blattner of Buffalo. Mrs. Widdowfield was a life member of the Delmar Progress Club, a member of the First United Methodist Church for over 50 years, in which she held various positions, an avid bridge player and a member of the Wednesday-Thursday Bridge Club. She received the Senior Lifetime Achievement Award from Albany-Rensselaer County. Ethel enjoyed knitting and read a book every day. Funeral service Saturday 11:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 428 Kenwood Ave., Delmar. Contributions in memory of Ethel may be made to the Friends of Five Rivers, Game Farm Road, Delmar, NY 12054 or to the United Methodist Church. Published in the Albany Times Union from 10/6/2005 - 10/7/2005. Zumbo, Maria (Memoriam) ZUMBO Maria. Mom, we love you and miss you. We pray for you and think of you often. Your Daughter Mary and Son Jack Published in the Albany Times Union on 10/6/2005.