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Recent obituaries in Amsterdam, ny
The obituaries in the Amsterdam, NY area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to family, community service, or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of our area's history and identity.
June L. Sajdak
Jan 9, 2020
June L. Sajdak, 89, of State Highway 30 So., Amsterdam, NY; passed away Thursday morning January 9, 2020 at River Ridge Living Center in Amsterdam.Born in Amsterdam on December 27, 1930, she was the daughter of the late William Becker and Alice Phillips. June received her education in the Amsterdam school system. She retired from General Electric Company in Schenectady,...
Irma Irene Haden
Dec 31, 2019
Irma Irene Hayden, 96, of River Ridge Living Center passed away December 31, 2019.Born in Amsterdam, New York on September 15, 1923, she was the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth “Bessie” Smith McKittrick.Irma moved to Connecticut in 1938 and was a graduate of Enfield High School class of 1941. She returned to Amsterdam in 1946. Upon her return...
Mary C Brodie
Dec 27, 2019
Mary Cady Brodie, 83, of Guy Park Avenue and formerly of Van Dyke Avenue, Amsterdam, NY; passed away Friday December 27, 2019 at St. Mary’s Healthcare in Amsterdam. Born in Amsterdam, NY on April 15, 1936, she was the daughter of the late William J. and Veronica Maloney Cady.Mary received her education and graduated from St. Mary’s Institute in Amsterdam....
Robert R Miller
Dec 23, 2019
Robert R. Miller, 77, of Upper Market Street, Amsterdam, NY; passed away December 27, 2019 at Wilkinson Residential Health Care in Amsterdam. Born in Utica, NY on March 1, 1942, he was the son of the late Paul and Frances Whitbeck Miller.Robert received his education in the Schoharie Central School District. Robert was an honorably discharged United States Air Force...
Jason T Filiberto
Dec 21, 2019
Jason T. Filiberto, 47, of Saratoga Road, Town of Glenville, NY; passed away unexpectedly Saturday December 21, 2019.Born in Albany, NY on August 25, 1972, he is the son of Anthony Filiberto of Provincetown, MA and Jacksonville, FL and Sandra Farrington Filiberto of Amsterdam, NY.Jason received his education in the Amsterdam school system and was a graduate of Bishop Scully...
Joseph Laporte
Dec 20, 2019
Joseph “Phil” LaPorte of Hagaman, NY; passed away unexpectedly December 20, 2019 at Saratoga Hospital to be with his Lord at the age of 83. He passed peacefully with his loving wife of 63 years and children by his side. On that day a golden heart has stopped beating and hardworking hands were put to rest, and heaven has gained...
Antonio Speranza
Nov 16, 2019
Antonio Speranza, 49, of Monroe, NY; passed away unexpectedly Saturday, November 16, 2019 in Amsterdam, NY. Born in Amsterdam on June 20, 1970, he was the son of the late Joseph Speranza and Lucia Cutri Speranza who survives in Amsterdam.Antonio received his education in the Amsterdam school system and was a graduate of Amsterdam High School. He also received his...
Edward J Greene
Nov 16, 2019
Edward J. Greene, Sr, 88, formerly of Glen Avenue, Amsterdam, NY; and more recently of Van Allen Senior Apartments, Glenmont, NY; passed away Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, NY.Born in Boston, Massachusetts; on September 27, 1931, he was the son of the late Joseph M. and Nora (Flaherty) Greene.He received his education in the Boston school...
Alan K Harris
Nov 15, 2019
Alan K. Harris, 65, of E. State Street, Gloversville, NY; passed away Friday November 15, 2019 at St. Mary’s Healthcare in Amsterdam, NY. Born in Gloversville on November 26, 1953, he was the son of the late William K. and Mildred Bowen Harris. Alan received his education in the Gloversville school system and was a graduate of Gloversville High School.He...
William A Bernat
Nov 7, 2019
William A. Bernat, 92 of Lansing Street, Hagaman, NY; passed away Thursday November 7, 2019 at St. Mary’s Healthcare in Amsterdam, NY. Born in Amsterdam, on February 4, 1927, he was the son of the late Paul and Theodosia Pabis Bernat. Bill received his education in the Amsterdam school system and was a graduate of Wilbur H. Lynch High School,...
Eleanor Letitia Saltsman
Nov 6, 2019
Eleanor Letitia O’Day Saltsman, 85, of Amsterdam passed away peacefully on November 6, 2019.Born on January 14, 1934, Eleanor was the daughter of John “Jack” O’Day and Eleanor Letitia Gaffney O’Day. She attended local schools and resided in Amsterdam for her entire life, while also cherishing her family roots in Saratoga Springs.Eleanor was a lifelong caregiver and was a Certified...
Mark W Kwiatkowski
Nov 6, 2019
Mark W. Kwiatkowski, 63, of Arnold Avenue, Amsterdam, NY; passed away peacefully Wednesday November 6, 2019 at St. Mary’s Healthcare in Amsterdam.Mark was born in Amsterdam on May 23, 1956. He received his education in the Broadalbin school system and graduated from Broadalbin High School. Mark recently retired from The Noteworthy Company in Amsterdam.Mark was predeceased by his father, Robert...
Stormy R Isabel
Nov 1, 2019
Stormy R. Isabel, 61, of Second Avenue E., Fonda, NY. (Tribes Hill) passed away Friday November 1, 2019 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, NY. Born in Glens Falls, NY on July 27, 1958, she was the daughter of the late John and Maxine Cullen Thew. Stormy received her education and graduated from within the South Glens Falls school system. She...
Marcia A. Mcswain
Oct 31, 2019
Marcia A. McSwain, 78, of Getman Road, Fonda, NY; passed away Thursday October 31, 2019 at Nathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Facility.Born in Richmond Hills, Queens, NY; on March 20, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Anna Rose Drosihn Neu. Marcia received her education and graduated from within the New York City school system. She was...
William M. Racaniello
Oct 30, 2019
William M. Racaniello Jr., 85, of County Highway 126, Amsterdam, NY; passed away Wednesday October 30, 2019 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Manhattan, NY on December 2, 1933, he was the son of the late William M. and Wilhelmina “Minnie” Bennett Racaniello Sr. Bill received his education and graduated from within the New York City school...
Stuart W Quick
Oct 22, 2019
Stuart W. Quick, 87, of Widow Susan Road, Amsterdam, NY; passed away peacefully Tuesday October 22, 2019 surrounded by family at Albany Medical Center.Born in Amsterdam April 8, 1932, he was the son of the late John “Ted” and Harriet Blunck Quick Sr.Stu received his education in the Amsterdam school system and was a graduate of Wilbur H. Lynch High...
Gilda M Constantine
Oct 19, 2019
Gilda M. Constantine, 88, of Tremont Avenue, Amsterdam, NY; peacefully entered heaven Saturday October 19, 2019.Born in Amsterdam on January 31, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Vito and Annunciata (Nancy) Mautone Montuoro. Gilda received her education in the Amsterdam school system and was a graduate of Wilbur H. Lynch High School, class of 1948. She also graduated...
Kathleen A. Kowalski
Oct 18, 2019
Kathleen A. Kowalski, 68, of Clarke Avenue, Amsterdam, NY; passed away Friday afternoon October 18, 2019 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, NY; surrounded by her family. Born in Amsterdam on September 25, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Genevieve Ertl Fegel. Kathy received her education and graduated from Perth Central School. She also continued her studies...
William J. Wilczak
Oct 10, 2019
William "Bill" J. Wilczak, 83, of Amsterdam, NY; passed away Thursday, October 10, 2019, at Saratoga Hospital, surrounded by his family.Born in Amsterdam, NY on February 19, 1936, he was the son of the late Joseph and Helen (Lenarciak) Wilczak. Bill received his education at St. Stanislaus Elementary School and graduated from Wilbur H. Lynch Senior High School, class of...
John Semczuk
Oct 7, 2019
John Semczuk, 73, of Slater Street, Amsterdam, NY; passed away Monday October 7, 2019 at St. Mary’s Healthcare in Amsterdam.Born in Straubing, Germany on November 10, 1945, he was the son of the late Kassian and Olga Kaluk Semczuk.John received his education in the Amsterdam school system and was a graduate of Wilbur H. Lynch High School. He also attended...
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