Obituaries
Karoy G. Patterson
Jan 1, 2024
Karoy G. Patterson of Cohoes passed away at his home on January 1st, 2024. He was 61.
Arrangements for cremation were entrusted to the Konicek & Collett Funeral Home, LLC., Watervliet.
Martin P. Murtha
Jan 1, 2024
Martin P. Murtha, 68, of Ballston Spa died peacefully at home surrounded by his family after a brief illness on January 1, 2024.
Survivors include a daughter, Marti Kjelland ( Luke ) of Ballston Spa, a son, David Ellis of Clifton Park, a daughter , Danielle Beauregard of Troy, a daughter, Billie Jean Griffin of Enfield, CT, as well as...
Kristine R. Such
Dec 26, 2023
Cohoes - Kristine R. Such, 57, passed away on December 26, 2023, peacefully at home. Born in Watervliet on February 16, 1966 to Stanley and Lila (Altieri) Such. Kristine was raised in Watervliet and was a graduate of Watervliet High School and Alfred State College. Kristine was employed by the State of New York for over 30 years and had...
Marlon Brandow
Dec 18, 2023
Marlon Brandow of Albany passed away at his home on December 18th, 2023. Services were held privately at the convenience of the family. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Konicek & Collett Funeral Home, LLC 1855 12th Avenue, Watervliet.
William A. Murray
Dec 13, 2023
William A. Murray
Watervliet - William A. Murray, 70, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2023. Beloved son of the late Peter and Mary Foley Murray Sr. Bill was the brother of Peter Murray Jr. and the loving uncle of Suzie (Doug) Tuxill; Bill is also survived by several cousins and family friend Ronnette Lacross.
Friends are invited to visit with Bill's...
Duane Gleason Sr.
Dec 9, 2023
Duane Franklin Gleason, 93, died December 9, 2023 in Brooksville, Fla. He had recently taken up residence in Homosassa, Florida after living in Key Largo for a number of years. Born July 17, 1930 in Hudson, NY, he was the son of Franklin Major Gleason and Dorothy Hempstead, the beloved husband of Susan Champagne and cherished father of Gail Gleason...
Kevin G. Duffey
Dec 8, 2023
Kevin G. Duffey
Watervliet - Kevin G. Duffey, age 68, of Watervliet, passed away on December 8, 2023, after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. He was born in Troy, the son of the late Paul T. and Joan (Rancourt) Duffey.
He grew up in Watervliet and attended St. Brigid's, Catholic Central H.S., Siena and RPI. He worked for...
Herbert Juvet
Dec 3, 2023
Juvet, Herbert - Colonie
Herbert Juvet of Colonie passed away December 3rd 2023 in Colonie. Interment will be on Friday in Oakwood Cemetery, Troy.
Ray Lee
Dec 1, 2023
Lee, Ray - Grand Gorge
Ray Lee of Grand Gorge NY passed away peacefully in Albany on December 1st, 2023. Ray is the son of Raymond Kudlack and Ella Lee. Ray is survived by his daughter RaeDawn Lee of West Fulton, NY.
A service celebrating Ray's life will be held at a later date.
Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to the...
Danjuma Abdu
Nov 28, 2023
Danjuma A. Abdu - Albany
Danjuma A. Abdu of Albany passed away peacefully in the Bronx on November 28th, 2023.
Services were held privately
Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Konicek & Collett Funeral Home LLC, Watervliet.
Nelson Grignon
Nov 27, 2023
Nelson Grignon of Cohoes passed away on November 27,2023. He was 76. Nelson's dedication to his country is evident through his military service. He served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1972. His commitment and bravery in defending our nation will always be remembered and appreciated.Inurnment will be at a later date in the Gerald B.H. Solomon...
Albert Brindisi
Nov 23, 2023
Albert Brindisi of Albany passed away at his home in Albany on November 23rd, 2023.
Interment will be in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands on Firday at 10am.
David Hanna
Nov 13, 2023
David Hanna of Albany passed away on November 13th, 2023. A visitation will be held Tuesday from 9-930am in the Konicek & Collett Funeral Home LLC, Watervliet. Interment immediatley following in Oakwood Cemetery, Troy.
Dennis A. Morrissey
Nov 10, 2023
Dennis Andrew Morrissey of Albany passed away in the comfort of his own home on November 10th, 2023. He was 72. Son of the late Thomas Joseph and Marie Therese Gilbert Morrissey formerly of West Rutland Vermont and Albany New York.
Dennis was a graduate of Colonie Central High School in Albany where he earned his diploma in 1970. He...
Danny Sanchez
Nov 8, 2023
Danny Sanchez of Cohoes formerly of Schenectady passed away Wednesday November 8th, 2023, at his home. Son of the late Evelio and Maria Rosario-Sanchez.
Beloved father of Danny Sanchez, Andrew (Jazmin) Sanchez, Andrea (Aaron Baque) Sanchez, Elana Sanchez. Also survived by his seven grandchildren, and several siblings.
Family and friends are invited to visit with Danny's family Wednesday November 15th, 2023,...
Kermit B. Williams
Nov 6, 2023
Kermit B. Williams of Albany passed away in the comfort of his home on Monday November 6th, 2023. Mr. Williams leaves behind one Daughter and one Son. Services were held privately at the request of Mr. Williams's family. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Konicek & Collett Funeral Home LLC, Watervliet.
Thomas R. Planz
Oct 31, 2023
Planz, Thomas R. - Watervliet
Thomas R. Planz of Watervliet passed away unexpectedly October 31st,2023. He was 54. Beloved son of the late Robert and Linda Yerkes- Planz.
"Tommy" will be remembered as a talented contractor who enjoyed working on various projects and was proud of his independent employment. An avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan Tom will be missed by...
Kevin Duane Simpkins
Oct 16, 2023
Kevin Duane Simpkins of Albany, NY passed away on October 16, 2023. Kevin was born on May 26, 1978 in Wiesbaden, Germany and grew up in Germany, Virginia, West Virginia, South Carolina, and California. Kevin was a youth wrestling prodigy, winning multiple championships in local, regional and national tournaments. He spent his adult years in Pickens, SC; New Orleans, LA; Biloxi, MS;...
Nelson Baez Sanchez
Oct 13, 2023
Nelson Báez Sanchez, 64. of Cohoes NY formerly from the Bronx N.Y. passed away unexpectedly at home on Oct. 13, 2023. Nelson was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on Dec. 14,1958.
Nelson was a great and dedicated Husband, Father, Grandfather, Father-in-Law, Uncle & Friend. He was a man of many trades, there was nothing he couldn't do. Nelson loved...
Kenneth C. Sasser
Oct 11, 2023
Kenneth C. Sasser of Albany formerly of Monroe, North Carolina passed away October 11th, 2023 in Albany. Kenneth is survived by his mother Cheryle; sisters Deborah Derrick and Nancie Sasser. Services were held privately for Kenneth. Burial will be in the family plot in Monroe, North Carolina. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Konicek & Collett Funeral Home, LLC., Watervliet.