All Obituaries

Athens- John S. Ostrander, Big "O", 58, of Athens, NY passed away May 27, 2022 at Albany Med from Cancer. John was born in Ilion, NY and leaves behind his loving mother Nadeen Annutto, his beloved wife Sallie Picker and the Picker family, his daughter and granddaughter Renee and Kayden, his son Harley and daughter Adena, his siblings Wade & Marcy, Lisa & George Youngs, Jason & Lori, Luke & Angela, and lots of relatives. John had great friends and neighbors who he...

Ruth Thompsen passed away due to heart surgery complications on April 4, 2022.  Even though a failing heart took her away from this world, her loving heart left a beacon of light for us all. Ruth is a beautiful musical soul that has touched so many.  She taught music, was a part of the Yankee Doodle Band and played in many bands throughout the years, as well as solo gigs.  Ruth, being spiritual person and a founding member of Unity Church in Albany, could naturally open up...

Guilderland- Leonard Friebel died on February 21, 2022.  Lenny was born in Schenectady on November 22, 1948, the son of the late Robert Friebel and Marjorie and “Bud” Geier.  He graduated from Guilderland High School, enlisted in the Navy, and after discharge worked at the Watervliet Arsenal.  Lenny was an active member of the Elks and supported all Veteran organizations.   He is survived by his children, Leonard II, Jessica Carlotti (Ryan), and Jeff...

Jacqueline Anne Warn Bowers, or as most of us knew her, Jackie, was born to John and Elma (Mickey) Warn on April 8, 1965 in Little Falls, NY.  She grew up in St Johnsville, NY attending the St. Johnsville School district, graduating in 1983.  She worked various jobs before going to college including Daniel Greens in Dolgeville, NY, Coleco in Amsteredam, NY and Helmont Mills in St. Johnsville, NY.  She attended Clinton Community College in Plattsburgh, NY and received her...

Joyce Gould (West), 66, formally of Cadillac, MI passed away on December 20, 2021, at Albany Medical Center, NY.  Joyce was born on November 4, 1955, in Detroit, MI to the late Dale Bradley West and Keturah Friday West Cantrell.  She was the youngest of five children, all of whom preceded her in death: Judith VerBerkmoes (West), Dale West, Janice Munson (West), and Julia Walker (West), her husband, Mike Gould and her mother and father-in-law, Elwood and Nellie Morris.  She is...

Joseph Peter Cittadino, 81, passed peacefully on December 20th 2021 at St. Peter's Hospital. He was native to Long Branch NJ, lived most of his life at the Jersey Shore, before retiring to Whitingham Vermont for the past 18 yrs. Known as Jersey Joe and The Gun Guy, he lived by his own constitution, loved his Country. Joe was a father of six, three boys  and three girls, a grandfather of 8 and a great grandfather. He is survived by his children Joseph, Anthony, Michael, Tracy,...

Albany- Darby J. Penney, 68, an internationally recognized Social Justice and Human Rights Activist died on October 11, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospice Inn, in Albany, New York.  Born in Oceanside, N.Y., she was the daughter of Audrey Penney of Florida and the late Arthur Penney. Darby was a visionary and tireless champion for the liberation of people with psychiatric disabilities. She was known for her direct, no-nonsense approach to advocacy and life, fiery outspoken nature and the...

Albany- Jeremy E. Williams, 39, died suddenly Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Troy, he was son of the late David E. Williams and Priscilla R. Bingham (Scott). Jeremy spent time living in Troy, Colonie and Plattsburgh where he worked as a landscaper, salesman, and security for a few bars/restaurants. Jeremy always loved a fresh pair of Jordan’s. He also enjoyed fishing on the river and was known as a jokester who liked to make people laugh. Jeremy was...

Pamela L. Strong was born in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania on January 10, 1964. She graduated from Elizabethtown College and St. Joseph’s University. Her entire career was spent in IT, primarily with AT&T where she spent 25 years.  She married Jeffrey Strong in 2001, and they eventually moved to East Greenbush, New York. Pam was predeceased by her father, Marlow Kroninger, and is survived by her husband, Jeff, mother, Feryl Kroninger, and dog, Cleo. We are grateful to the...

Colonie- Machiko Saho Graver was born in the city of Beppu, Oita-ken on the southernmost island of Kyushu, Japan. She was born on a farm to Motojiro and Anna Miyoshi and hailed from Samurai lineage, which forged her perseverance, tenacity, and hardy spirit throughout her entire life. She was the eldest of five children - her brothers Yoshiharu, Masaaki, and Satoshi, and her sister, Sachiko. At the age of 20, she was working to obtain her hairstyling credentials when she met and married our...