Obituaries

Clyde D. Heffner

Clyde D. Heffner

May 20, 2024

Clyde D. Heffner of Rensselaer passed away in Albany on May 20th with his loving family by his side. Husband of Elizabeth M. Glogowski Heffner whom he shared 65 years of marriage.

Clyde was employed by the Norton Company in Watervliet. Following his employment with Norton, Clyde went on to work for Hudson Valley Community College as a maintenance worker. He...

Dr. Lei Zhu PhD.

Dr. Lei Zhu PhD.

May 14, 2024

Dr. Lei Zhu PhD., 60, passed away unexpectedly at her Glenmont home on May 14, 2024 to the shock of her family.

Lei graduated from Columbia University in 1991 with a PhD in Physical Chemistry. After completing her postdoctoral fellowship as an Enrico Fermi Scholar at Argonne National Laboratory in 1993, she joined Wadsworth Center, NY Dept of Health and subsequently...

Robert F. Hendricks

Robert F. Hendricks

Apr 26, 2024

Hendricks, Robert F. - Selkirk

Robert F. Hendricks age 61 of Selkirk succumbed to his long-term illness on April 26, 2024. Son of the late James and Mary Hendricks.

Robert was a graduate of Shenendehowa high school and went on to answer the call of service to his country in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1984....

Stephen L. Ahnert

Stephen L. Ahnert

Apr 20, 2024

Ahnert, Stephen L. - Albany

Stephen L. Ahnert of Albany passed away unexpectedly April 20th, 2024. Son of the late Walter and Patricia Fisher Ahnert.

Stephen was a retiree of the New York State Department of State where he enjoyed a longtime career. An avid watcher of Horror films, Stephen could be found watching Steven King horror films in the...

Michael Holubinka

Michael Holubinka

Apr 10, 2024

Holubinka, Michael - Albany

Michael Holubinka of Albany passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday April 10,2024. He was 78. Son of the late Roman and Olga Holubinka. Beloved partner of Elka Kaufman.

Michael is survived by Daniel (Dawn) Kaufman, Eric (Abbra) Kaufman and Karen (Joshua) Kaufman Wachs. Additionally, Michael is survived by; Gabriella, Camden, Kieran, Aidan, Jacob, Joshua,...

Emily Catherine Hiler

Emily Catherine Hiler

Apr 8, 2024

Emily Catherine Hiler - Cohoes

Emily Catherine Hiler of Cohoes passed away unexpectedly Monday April 8th, 2024.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Konicek & Collett Funeral Home LLC, Watervliet

Anna Gebuza

Anna Gebuza

Mar 29, 2024

Anna Gebuza of Blaine Minnesota passed away peacefully on March 29th2024. Born in Poland, Anna was the daughter of the late Stefan Gajdosz and Maria Swyst.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated for Anna on Friday April 5th at 11am in Saint Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church 2410 4th Avenue, Watervliet. Interment will immediately follow in Saint Nicholas Ukrainian Cemetery Elm Street,...

Charles Jennings

Charles Jennings

Mar 26, 2024

Charles Jennings - Albany

Charles Jennings of Albany died in Albany Medical Center March 26, 2024.

Interment in Oakwood Cemetery Friday October 11th at 8:30am.

Debra Lee Res

Debra Lee Res

Mar 25, 2024

Debra Lee Res - Delmar

Debra Lee Res of Delmar passed away unexpectedly on March 25th 2024. Daughter of the late Ronald and Benita Hoffman Devine. Beloved mother of Heather Bliss of Washington.

Cremation arrangements were entrusted to the Konicek & Collett Funeral Home, LLC, Watervliet.

Richard T. Denue

Richard T. Denue

Mar 23, 2024

Denue, Richard T. Richard T. Denue passed away quietly in his home on March 23, 2024 at the age of 86 following a short battle with cancer with his wife Susan Denue at his side and his pet Emma sleeping on his lap.  Born in Troy on November 9, 1937 and raised in Port Schuyler, the son of the late Leo...

Constance J. Muncaster

Constance J. Muncaster

Mar 23, 2024

Muncaster, Constance J. - Clifton Park

Constance Muncaster, 76, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024. She was born in Albany, New York to the late Tony and Ruth De Benedetto. She was a loving mother to Jeff Muncaster, grandmother to Jared, Jillian, and Jack Muncaster, and sister. Her earnest love for all animals and people that came into her...

David P. Porter

David P. Porter

Mar 11, 2024

Porter, David - Latham

With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of David Paul Porter, 56, of Latham, NY. He was the son of Robert H. Porter and the late Karen B. Beach and step-mother Rosemary Fowler Porter. He is survived by three step-brothers, Chad (Christine) Fowler, Gregor (Joanne) Fowler, and Christopher (Dawn) Fowler, his nieces and nephews, Noah,...

Linda A. Rivera

Linda A. Rivera

Mar 1, 2024

Linda A. Rivera - AlbanyLinda A. Rivera of Albany passed away unexpectedly in Albany on March 1st 2024. Daughter of Marilyn Rivera. Sister of Samantha Rivera, Stephen Hernandez, Angel Rivera, Geraldo Hernandez. Beloved mother of Rosa and Alana Moore. Linda was an amazing mother, daughter and sister.A Celebration of Life was held privately.Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Konicek &...

Allen E. Johnson Jr.

Allen E. Johnson Jr.

Feb 26, 2024

Allen E. Johnson Jr. - Colonie Allen E. Johnson Jr. of Colonie passed away unexpectedly on February 26th, 2024. Arrangements for cremation were entrusted to the Konicek & Collett Funeral Home LLC, Watervliet. 

Basil J. Miller

Basil J. Miller

Feb 15, 2024

Basil J. Miller of Watervliet passed away peacefully in Samaritan Hospital on February 15th 2024.

Family and friends are invited to visit with Basil's family on Friday February 23rd from 10am -12pm in the Konicek & Collett Funeral Home LLC 1855 12th Avenue, Watervliet. A prayer service will immediately follow the visitation in the funeral home. Interment in Oakwood Cemetery...

William T. Murray

William T. Murray

Feb 12, 2024

William Thomas Murray, age 73, of Rush, NY, passed away peacefully on February 12 after a long illness.

He was born in Rochester, NY, in 1950 to Ronald and RoseMary Murray. William attended Rush-Henrietta High School before studying Theology at Liberty University and most recently retired from M & T Bank as an Investment and Financial Sales Representative.

William was preceded in...

John F. Lynch Jr.

John F. Lynch Jr.

Feb 11, 2024

John F. Lynch Jr. of Clifton Park passed away peacefully Sunday February 11th, 2024. Son of the late John and Kathleen Lynch Sr.

John answered the call to serve his county in the United States Army in the Vietnam war. Upon his return John enjoyed a long career in the Watervliet Arsenal where he was well known and liked.

John...

Evelyn Joan Lewis

Evelyn Joan Lewis

Jan 25, 2024

Evelyn Joan (Swackhamer) Lewis died peacefully at her residence on January 25, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Joan was truly the cornerstone of her ever-growing family.

Born on August 30, 1934, in Crescent New York, Joan met the love of her life, Robert S. Lewis, at Dave Denny's Barn, Latham New York, during a square dance in 1953.

Bob and Joan...

Susan M. Pracher

Susan M. Pracher

Jan 10, 2024

Susan Marie Pracher, a compassionate and loving woman, passed away on January 10, 2024, at the age of 70. She was born on June 2, 1953, to Betty and Eric Marschner. Susan's passing is a profound loss to her family, friends, and all who were touched by her generous spirit. Susan was a devoted mother, whose love and selflessness knew...

Jose L. Rios

Jose L. Rios

Jan 5, 2024

Jose L. Rios of Albany, passed away unexpectedly in his home on January 5th, 2024. He was 73.

Arrangements for cremation were entrusted to the Konicek & Collett Funeral Home LLC, Watervliet NY.