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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.
Margaret R. Mattas
Nov 1, 2022
Margaret R. Mattas, 87, of Amsterdam passed away peacefully on November 1, 2022.
She was born in Amsterdam on September 28, 1935 to the late Stephen and Margaret Yacobucci.
Margaret was a graduate of Wilbur H. Lynch Senior High School retired from New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.
Her husband, David J. Mattas, whom she married on December 20, 1955, passed...
Ramona C. Gralewski
Oct 14, 2022
Ramona C. Gralewski
October 14, 2022
Ramona C. Gralewski, of Amsterdam, entered eternal life with her loving family at her side.
She was born in Belfast, Ireland, on December 15, 1928, the daughter of Agnes Breslin and James Allen.
She was raised and educated in “Derry”, Ireland, by her grandparents, John and Elizabeth Breslin.
It was there she met and married Rudolph DiBartolomeo...
William J. Achcet
Oct 8, 2022
William “Bill” J. Achcet, 101, passed away suddenly on October 8, 2022.
He was a loving father who worked hard and always cared for his family and friends.
Born in Amsterdam, NY, on February 28, 1921. He was the son of William and Margaret Harrington Achcet.
Bill received his education and graduated from St. Mary’s Institute in Amsterdam, where he played...
Margaret Ann Phillips
Oct 6, 2022
Margaret Ann Phillips, 89, of Johnstown, NY; passed away Thursday, October 6, 2022 at Nathan Littauer Hospital in Gloversville, NY.
Born in Amsterdam, NY on December 31, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Felix and Mary Graziano Saullo.
Margaret received her education in the Amsterdam school system and was a graduate of Wilbur H. Lynch Senior High School in Amsterdam.
Margaret...
Susan M. Newell
Oct 3, 2022
Susan M. Newell, 68, of Romeyn Avenue, Amsterdam, NY; passed away at home on October 3, 2022.
Born in Amsterdam on August 5, 1954, she was a daughter of the late Bernard and Dolores (Opalka) Piorkowski.
Susan graduated from Bishop Scully High School in 1972 and received a Bachelor of Arts from The College of St. Rose, Albany, NY and a...
Robert E. Thackrah
Oct 1, 2022
Robert E. Thackrah, “ Bobby T.”, 93, of Amsterdam, NY; passed away Saturday, October 1, 2022 at St. Mary’s Healthcare in Amsterdam, NY.
Born in Amsterdam, NY on August 10, 1929, he was the son of the late Thurlow and Ethel Borst Thackrah.
Bob received his education in the Amsterdam school system and was a graduate of Wilbur H. Lynch Senior...
Robert James Unchur
Sep 22, 2022
Robert James Unchur
Tucson - Robert James Unchur died unexpectedly at his home in Tucson, AZ, on September 22, 2022.
He was born May 7, 1947 in Amsterdam, NY, to the late Peter and Stella (Balbian) Unchur.
Bob attended Amsterdam High School, Class of 1965, where he was active in various student activities and was a three year Letterman in football. He...
Shirley J. Kelly
Sep 15, 2022
Shirley J. Kelly, 83, of Amsterdam, NY; passed away Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022, at the
University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington after a brief, but brave, battle against
cancer.
A lifelong resident of Amsterdam, she was the youngest of five children of the late
Kenneth and Catherine (Newkirk) Mochrie. “Big Shirley,” as she was affectionately
known in her family, was a lively, strong, beautiful...
Patrick Justin Agard
Sep 13, 2022
Patrick Justin Agard, 63, passed away unexpectedly on September 13, 2022, at his home in Cape Coral, Florida.
Patrick was born on January 14, 1959, to Richard E. and Jean S. Agard.
Patrick graduated from Bishop Scully High School, Amsterdam, NY in 1977.
He enlisted in the Navy in 1983, trained in aviation and engineering, receiving multiple commendations before...
John S. Mack
Sep 12, 2022
John S. Mack, 69, of Amsterdam, NY; passed away Monday, September 12, 2022.
Born in Amsterdam, NY on September 1, 1953, he was the son of the late John W. and Anita Nadler Mack.
John received his education in the Amsterdam school system and was a graduate of Wilbur H. Lynch Senior High School.
He was presently employed as a mechanic at Upstate...
Ramon Luis Contreras
Sep 10, 2022
Ramon (Wao) Luis Contreras Jr., 43, of Glenville, NY went to be with the Lord on Saturday,
September 10, 2022.
Born in Amsterdam, NY on July 1, 1979, he was the son of Minerva Turell
and Ramon (Chino) Luis Contreras.
A lifelong resident of the area, Ramon worked hard all of his life. His most recent
accomplishment was completing his bachelors with Summa Cum...
David W. Lape
Sep 7, 2022
David W. Lape
September 7, 2022
David W. Lape of Canajoharie, NY passed away peacefully with his loving wife by his side at their home.
After a victory against Lyme Meningitis and Gillian Barre he relearned to read, write, and walk just in time to walk his daughter Jessica down the aisle. Unfortunately, the next battle against cancer was lost.
David was...
Stanford P. Warner
Aug 28, 2022
Stanford P. Warner, Sr. 96, of Tribes Hill, NY; passed away Sunday morning, August 28, 2022 at Wilkinson Residential Health Care Center in Amsterdam, NY.Born in Amsterdam, NY on September 4, 1925, he was the son of the late Phillip and Mona Clark Warner.Stanford received his education in the Amsterdam school system. He retired from Niagara Mohawk Power Company as...
Douglas R. Rose
Aug 26, 2022
Douglas R. Rose, Sr., 63, of Broadway, Rotterdam, NY; passed away Friday evening August 26,2022 at home surrounded by his loving family.Born in Schenectady, NY; he was the son of the late Virgil and Betty Woodbeck Rose Sr.Doug received his education in the Schenectady school system and was employed as a heating technician for Apollo Heating in Schenectady until the...
Ann N Scheckton
Aug 25, 2022
Ann N. “Dolly” Scheckton, 88, of Center Street, Amsterdam, NY; passed away Thursday morning, August 25, 2022 at Wilkinson Residential Health Care Center in Amsterdam.Born in Amsterdam on December 10, 1933, she was the daughter of Anna Crady Nasso. Dolly received her education in the Amsterdam school system and graduated from Wilbur H. Lynch High School. Class of 1951.She was...
Christina M Bresnahan
Aug 23, 2022
Christina M. Bresnahan.
August 23, 2022
Tina you entered my life at a very young age and for the last 45 years you have been my confidant, my strength, and most of all my happiness.
Always generous and caring to those that needed it. You are the mother of four and yet the mother to many. So many young adults found...
Madeline Mccune
Aug 8, 2022
Madeline McKeon McCune – ObituaryMadeline “Maddie” McKeon McCune, 94 of Amsterdam, NY passed away Monday morning August 8, 2022. Born in Troy on March 15, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Frederick B. and Lena Hoffman McKeon, and niece of her dear aunt Gertrude Hoffman. Maddie was predeceased by her beloved husband of 58 years, John R. “Rocky”...
James J. Cuddy
Aug 2, 2022
James J. Cuddy Jr., 86, formerly of Bartlett Street, Amsterdam, NY; passed away Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at Wilkinson Residential Health Care Facility in Amsterdam,Born in Little Falls, NY on October 10, 1935, he was the son of the late James J and Thelma M. Miller Cuddy Sr.Jim was a graduate of St. Mary’s Institute and was a parishioner and...
Frank D. Diblasi
Aug 1, 2022
Frank D. DiBlasi, 100, a lifelong resident of Amsterdam, NY; passed away Monday, August 1, 2022. Born in Amsterdam, NY on January 22, 1922, he was the son of the late Eusebio and Carmella Ottati DiBlasi.Frank received his education in the Amsterdam school system and graduated in 1939 from Wilbur H. Lynch High School and went on to receive his...
Joseph A. Carline
Jul 29, 2022
Joseph A. Carline, 63, of Amsterdam, passed away suddenly on July 29, 2022, in Harwich Port, MA,where he had been vacationing.Joe was born in Amsterdam, NY on July 23, 1959, he was the son of the late Joseph Carline and IreneRizzo Carline.Joe was raised in Amsterdam and graduated in 1977 from Amsterdam High School. He attended FultonMontgomery Community College and...
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