Charles S. Milton
Mar 24, 2023
Cobleskill – Charles S. Milton, 92, passed away after a brief illness on Friday, March 24th, 2023.
Born and raised in Troy, NY, Chuck was the son of the late Charles Milton and Helen Pauline (Svingala) Milton.
A proud graduate of Christian Brothers Academy, Chuck went on to serve our country in the US Army...
Shirley J. (Bogart) Gratz
Mar 10, 2023
Delanson – Shirley Joyce (Bogart) Gratz, 58, went to be with Jesus on March 10, 2023 with her loving friend, Lorraine Vidulich by her side at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, NY after a brief illness.
Born August 19, 1964 in Smithtown, Long Island, she was the daughter of the late Orville (Joe) Bogart and Patricia Brock. She...
David A. Dykeman
Jan 23, 2023
Delanson - On Monday, January 23rd, 2023, David A. Dykeman, 77, of Delanson, NY, was called home to heaven to help supervise God’s spring planting.
David was born in May of 1945 in Niskayuna, NY, to the late Fredrick W. Dykeman Sr. and Margeret Beretz Dykeman. Dave spent his career driving for a living, first for Bellevue...
William "Billy" Olejnik Jr.
Jan 16, 2023
Delanson - William (Billy) Olejnik Jr. of Delanson was born on February 13,1966 in Schenectady to Claudia and the late William Olejnik Sr. Billy is the younger brother of Joseph Olejnik. Billy entered eternal life on Monday January 16th, 2023, at his residence.
Billy was the beloved father of Kyle and Macy Olejnik of Delanson. Billy enjoyed...
Gabrial Hildebrandt
Dec 25, 2022
Delanson - Gabrial S. Hildebrandt of Delanson, NY died tragically and unexpectedly, Sunday December 25th, at his home.
Gabrial was born on March 16th, 2002 at St Mary's Hospital in Amsterdam. He is survived by his mother, Nicolette Hine, father Todd Hildebrandt, Step-parents Christopher and Tracy Hine, Timothy Ronan with sisters Riley, and McKenna.
Gabrial...
Richard E. (Sr) Canastra
Nov 30, 2022
Richard E. Canastra Sr., 83, of Duanesburg, Passed peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 28, 2023.
Richard was born in Worcester, NY, the son of the late Angelo and Mary Thompson Canastra.
Following his graduation from Duanesburg High School in 1957, Richard enlisted in the US Navy. He served honorably and was discharged in...
Frederick Earl Bradt, Iii
Nov 30, 2022
Duanesburg- Frederick Earl Bradt III, 74, of Duanesburg, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 30, 2022.
Fred, born on March 1, 1948, was the son of the late Frederick Earl Bradt Jr. and Doris Jean (Ferris) Bradt. Fred was truly blessed with a loving and caring family. Fred was a proud, highly-honored veteran who served...
Robert P. "Bob" Chapman
Nov 15, 2022
Delanson -Mr. Robert P. “Bob” Chapman, age 70, of Main Street, passed away on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown, after being ill for several years.
He was born in Connecticut on Oct. 9, 1952, son of the late Alexander and Janet (Bates) Chapman and educated in Connecticut schools. His last professional employment was with...
John F. "Jack" Bradt
Nov 7, 2022
Delanson - Mr. John F. “Jack” Bradt, age 71, of Maple Ave., (Town of Duanesburg), passed away suddenly on Monday morning, November 7, 2022 in the comfort of his home, due to heart complications.
He was born on Feb. 28, 1951 in Delanson, son of the late George and Elizabeth (Bopp) Bradt and educated in Duanesburg schools. ...
Christopher M. Mattas
Nov 6, 2022
Sloansville - Christopher M. Mattas, 63, of Sloansville, passed away peacefully with his family at his bedside on Sunday, November 6, 2022.
Born in Amsterdam, Christopher as the son of the late David and Margaret Birch Mattas. Chris graduated from Amsterdam High School and served in the United States Army. He was honorably discharged in 1977.
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Vincent F. Debraccio
Oct 5, 2022
Duanesburg - Vincent F. DeBraccio, 86, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2022.
Born in Schenectady, NY, he was the son of the late Angelo DeBraccio and Angelina (Favata) DeBraccio. He grew up on Lower Broadway in Schenectady and was a proud graduate of Mont Pleasant High School.
Vince worked at the family restaurant briefly...
Earl L. Barnes
Oct 5, 2022
Burtonsville - Earl L. Barnes, 88, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, at Kingsway Arms after a brief illness.
Born in Binghamton, NY, he was a graduate of Binghamton High School and Broome Tech (now known as SUNY Broome Community College). He was recruited by the General Electric Company and worked for 38 years in the...
Diane M. Gifford
Sep 21, 2022
Princetown – Diane M. Gifford, 68, went home peacefully to be with her Lord on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 after sudden complications of a long term illness.
Born in Niskayuna, Diane was a graduate of the Duanesburg School District and was employed by Blue Cross and Blue Shield for over 40 years. She had worked remotely from...
Trudy Margret (Huth) Gott
Aug 24, 2022
Duanesburg - Trudy M. Gott passed away on August 24th, 2022 at the age of 77.
Trudy was born in Kahl am Maim, Germany to August and Maria Huth. She emigrated to Canada at an early age, and attended the University of Toronto, and then the University of Manchester, England, where she met her husband, Brian.
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Barbara A. (Fells) Pitt
Aug 3, 2022
Lone Tree, CO - Barbara A. Pitt, formerly of Duanesburg, passed away on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 in her home in Lone Tree, Colorado. She was born in Poughkeepsie, NY on February 3, 1940, to the late William P. Sr. and Edith (Burr) Fells.
Barbara was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a member of...
Ronald C. Neadle
Aug 1, 2022
Esperance - Ronald C. Neadle, 90, formerly of Esperance, passed away on Monday, August 1, 2022.
Born in Rotterdam, Ron worked as a carpenter for over 50 years, retiring in 1997. Ron was a member of the North Atlantic Carpenters Union Local #291, and volunteered with the Adirondack Mountain Club, the Mohawk Valley Hiking Club (past president),...
Zina Borcsok
Jun 14, 2022
Duanesburg - Zina Borcsok, 78, reposed in the Lord peacefully on June 14, 2022 surrounded by family.
She enjoyed taking care of others as well as loving animals dearly. She also enjoyed being a grandmother and always made sure her granddaughter and all of her friends were safe and happy. She loved being on the phone with...
Janet M. Vrooman
Jun 12, 2022
Duanesburg - J anet M. Vrooman, 62, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 12, 2022. Born in Albany, NY, she was the daughter of the late Jacob and Elizabeth Rickard Smith. She was married to the late Gordon Vrooman Jr.
Janet was a manager with the New York State Department of Civil Service. She was an avid...
Richard F. Hoffmann
Jun 2, 2022
Delanson – Richard F. Hoffmann, 79, passed away Thursday June 2, 2022, doing what he loved best, cutting hay on his beloved JD 4020. Born in Delanson, he was the son of Fritz and Augusta Hoffmann. A lifelong resident and graduate of Duanesburg schools, Richard was passionate about agriculture and farming. Taking over the farm in the early 60s...
Mihaly Borcsok
May 26, 2022
Duanesburg - Mihaly Borcsok, 84, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, May 26, 2022. He was born in Hungary and immigrated to the United States at the age of 19 where he has settled in the Albany, NY area since 1957.
Mihaly was a laborer for the City of Albany, where he worked for over 40...
