All Obituaries

Charles Spinato, 76, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Monday Dec. 18th, 2023. Born on October 10th, 1947, in Manhattan NY. He was the son of Salvatore and Lois. He was married to the love of his life Linda Spinato on May 2, 1987. They were happily married for 36 years. He served in the Army from 1965-1976. After serving his time Charles worked for the State of NY as HVAC and was in charge of 16 different Armories. He is Survived by his wife Linda Spinato, his...

Rensselaer- Janet Cole, 63, passed away December 5, 2023 in Albany, NY. She is survived by her loving family and friend. Services will be private. 

Maureen McCumber, 63, of Colonie NY passed away unexpectedly Monday morning November 7th at St. Peter's hospital. Born in 1960, she was pre deceased by her parents Kathleen and Harold Hall. She is survived by her Husband Richard McCumber of Schenectady, her two daughters Ashley McCumber and Shawna (Josh) Volks , her five grandchildren Jeweliana Brown, Isaiah Santiago, Destiny Brown, Joshua Volks Jr and Aryia Volks, siblings Eileen (Wendell) Williams, Colleen Ring, Micheal Hall and...

John Albert Elling of Vorheesville, NY passed away on September 20, 2023, to the heartbreak of his many friends and family. Born on December 5, 1949 in Bellmore, NY as the youngest child of Hans and Marie Elling, John quickly showed his passion for the natural world, which continued throughout his life. Growing up near Jones Beach on Long Island, it was one of his favorite places to return, especially during hurricanes when he would race to the shore to watch the epic waves roll in. John saw...

Albany-William G. Shumway age, 59, passed away suddenly September 13, 2023 at Albany Medical Center. William was a Navy Veteran and worked for over 20 years as a Merchant Marine as an engineer. He later went on to work for Stickermule in Amsterdam, N.Y. for the past 6 yrs. William is predeceased by his parents Charles H. Shumway Sr. and Margaret Shumway. Brother Carl Shumway and sister Charlene MacFawn. William is survived by his wife Nancy Goldsmith Shumway. His children Christopher, Kory,...

Barbara Welling (Penny Belcher) 07/01/1947 - 09/03/2023 It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Barbara Welling, age 76 on September 03,2023 in Troy NY. Barbara is survived by her children  Joyce Childs (David) Ralph Belcher, Jill Belcher (spouse Brian Costello) Also many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her passing will leave a void in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. May you finally rest in peace, Barbara (Mom, Gram, Monka,Grammie)  The...

Born on March 15, 1984, Timothy Patrick Gorman immediately assumed the role of cherished son, to Richard and Margaret Gorman, and baby brother to sisters, Kerry (Coonan), Stacey (Tureski), and Lori (Ruggieri).  During his time as a child, Timmy enjoyed all the activities that the Kent Recreation Department offered, including Summer Camp, soccer, basketball, and baseball.  Timmy attended Carmel High School before moving to South Carolina with his parents, where he became the first...

On April 25, 2023, Angelo Hilton, 70 peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family and lifelong friends. Angelo had battled lung cancer since October 2022. He was the son of the late Mattie Hilton Dorsey and the late Ralph (Dutch) Dorsey. He was born in Petersburgh, Virginia on August 6, 1952. During his childhood he was a resident of North Charleston, SC and Albany, NY. Angelo graduated in 1970 from Philip Schuyler high school in Albany and worked many years as a...

Karen (Hickey) Vaccaro, peacefully passed away on April 5, 2023 at the age of 64. Karen faced many challenges throughout her life, including her multiple sclerosis diagnosis at the age of 17. Despite this, she remained resilient and always lit up a room with her smile. She was a true inspiration. Karen was born on November 18,1958 in Albany, NY to William (deceased) and Frances Hickey. She was predeceased by her husband, John and is survived by her son, Ryan. Other survivors include her...

  Judith Gilman Schwenk passed away in April, 2023, after 80 years of what she termed a wonderful life.  From her childhood years in Pompton Lakes, NJ to her final days, she showed her family's trademark combination of intense determination, talent, pragmatism, humor, and caring.  Her dear friend from elementary school remembers Judy teaching her to ride a bicycle so they could speed around the neighborhood.  Speed became essential as Judy juggled schoolwork, editing...