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Zenaida Quitco Tana, 78, of The Villages Florida, passed away on July 23, 2022, at Leesburg Regional Medical Center. Zeny was born on September 24, 1943, to Maria Santos and Benjamin Quitco in Navotas, Philippines. Zeny studied medicine at the University of the Philippines College of Medicine. She graduated with a Doctor of Medicine in 1969 and continued training at St. Peter's Hospital and Albany Medical Center where she began practicing as a Pediatric physician. She practiced medicine for 35 years in Albany N.Y., Waconia Minnesota, and Millinocket Maine. When she returned to Albany, she co-founded Newton Medical Urgent Care, where she practiced until her retirement in 2009. Zeny married...

Age 92, passed away on Saturday, July 16, 2022, in his home, in the care of his family. Joseph was born and raised in Elmira, a son of Joseph and Cora (Delario) Manzari. He is predeceased by his beloved wife of 61 years Theresa (Lisi), son Michael Manzari, twin brother Vito, and sister Laura Drake-Stephenson. He is survived by his children: Victoria (Arthur) Casey of Port Jervis, NY and their son Aran James of Lynn, MA... Laura (James) Semerano of Canton, GA, and their children Matthew (Felicia) Semerano of Ringgold, GA, and Erin (Seth) Bradley of Morris Plains, NJ... Joseph (Kim) Manzari of Naperville, IL, and their children Alyssa and Joseph... daughter-in-law Kathy Manzari and her...

Phyllis A. Turmel lost her battle with leukemia at the age of 77 on the morning of July 9, 2022. Phyllis was born in Westerlo, New York to Donald and Gladys Cook. She married Lawrence Turmel in 1963 and raised her daughter Sharon and son Lawrence in Colonie, New York. Phyllis graduated from Mildred Elley School of Business and worked in payroll and finance at St. Peters Hospital until retiring in 2005 and moving to Florida. Phyllis enjoyed gardening, reading, playing Pinochle and Sudoku puzzles, and making crafts in her free time. She was an amazing mother and caretaker of her family. A visitation will be held Wednesday, July 27, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Beyers Funeral Home in Lady...

With much sadness Larry Fox, husband, father and friend to many lost his courageous battle with cancer. Larry is survived by his wife Linda and children Susie and Jimmy Fox, sister Toni Rudwick (Paul), niece Wendy Maki (Nellie Fernandez), cousins George Szary (Karen, Emily & Eliot), Dean (Crystal), Greg Fox and last but not least, his favorite "Aunt LoLo" (Lois Mannolini). He was predeceased by his parents Larry and Sandy Fox, Uncle Dean Fox Jr., as well as his grandparents, Dean and Bertha (Rogers) Fox. Larry was a hard worker and enjoyed his family, pets, friends and retirement watching old TV shows, and betting his sports and horses. Life's simple pleasures was all that he required....

Sandra M. Hartmann, 73, of Oshkosh, WI passed away peacefully on Friday, July 8, 2022 surrounded by her loving family while listening to her favorite band, The Dave Steffen Band. Sandra was born on August 14, 1948 in Albany, NY, to the late William and Isabelle (Zahner) Harrison. Sandra graduated from Albany High School in 1966 and went on to attend Dean College. A funeral for Sandra will be held at 6:00 PM on Monday, July 18, 2022 at Konrad-Behlman Funeral Home-Westside, 100 Lake Pointe Dr. Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM until the time of the service. Interment will be held at Lake View Memorial Park.

Daniel L. Makely, Jr., 73, died at Massachusetts General Hospital on Sunday, June 19, 2022. Daniel was born on October 11, 1948, in Albany, NY, to the late Daniel L. Makely, Sr. and Phelena (Wood) Makely. Dan graduated from New England College with his bachelors in education He then furthered his education receiving his Masters Degree from Plymouth State College He was an elementary school teacher in the Shaker Regional School District for 35 years. He was the coordinator for the Math Team at Belmont Elementary School. He was an active member of the Congregational Church in Laconia and part of the Parish Community. Dan loved anything to help others out, and spent a lot of time with his...

Daniel L. Makely, Jr., 73, died at Massachusetts General Hospital on Sunday, June 19, 2022. Daniel was born on October 11, 1948, in Albany, NY, to the late Daniel L. Makely, Sr. and Phelena (Wood) Makely. Dan graduated from New England College with his bachelors in education He then furthered his education receiving his Masters Degree from Plymouth State College He was an elementary school teacher in the Shaker Regional School District in NH for 35 years. He was the coordinator for the Math Team at Belmont Elementary School. He was an active member of the Congregational Church in Laconia and part of the Parish Community. Dan loved anything to help others out, and spent a lot of time...

Thomas N. Sadlemire, Sr., 87 passed on June 6, 2022 at his home in Summerville, SC. He was born September 24, 1934 in Troy, NY. He lived in Cohoes, NY for several years and when he retired from Ford Motor Company in Green Island, NY after 32 years he relocated to Mashpee, MA while snow birding to New Smyrna Beach FL in the winter. He finally spent his remaining years in Summerville, SC. Tom was married to Marilyn Sadlemire for 52 years who passed away on May 13, 2022. He is also preceded in death by parents Nelson and Dorothy Sadlemire as well as sons Tom and Jim Sadlemire. He is survived by his brother Robert Sadlemire (Carol), Myrtle Beach, SC, his children Robert Sadlemire (Mary Kay),...

Sharon L. Stewart, 73, of Frank Bean Road, passed away in the comfort of her home on Sunday, May 22, 2022. Sharon was born on March 24, 1949, in Troy, NY, the daughter of Samuel and Beverly (Pitts) Stewart. Sharon loved to spend time by the water, fishing or kayaking. She enjoyed cooking and doing oil paintings of beautiful scenery. She was also an avid reader. She loved animals of all kinds, from her pet mouse as a child to horses, cats, dogs, Loons and the chipmunks in the Adirondacks. Sharon is survived by her daughter Christine M. "Chris" Watson, FL, and sister Pamela (Don) Gaitor, NY. She is predeceased by her son Steven S. Watson and her husband Russell Watson. There will be...

E. Harry Vadney, CPA, born Oct. 13, 1948, Mr. Vadney took the Lord's hand May 15, 2022. His wife, Cheryl; son, Sean; grandsons, Jacob and Sean and granddaughter, Pearl will miss his loving presence. Contributions to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society would be appreciated. Arrangements are by Strunk Funeral Homes & Crematory, Sebastian, Florida. A guest book is available at www.strunkfuneralhome.com.

Kathaleen "Kay" Wadsworth Coon, 100, of Schenectady, NY, died April 29, 2022 in the comfort of loved ones. Born in Syracuse, she lived most of her life in upstate NY and Wimauma, FL. Kay was quick-witted, and filled her life with people and things she loved. She retired from McAuliffe Paper in 1982. Kay was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 65 years, Floyd C. Coon, and her son, Larry Coon. She is survived by her son, Dennis (Bonnie - dec.) Coon of Erie, PA; her daughters, Nancy (Doug Arnold - dec.) Coon of Sun City Center, FL, Cheryl Coon Clark of Pattersonville, NY, and Janice (Michael) Sansolo of Potomac, MD; daughter-in-law, Sharon Coon; several grand, great-grand, and...

Sara "Sally" Stevens, 80, of Pittsfield, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2022. Born in Schenectady, NY, on October 15, 1941, she was the daughter of the late William and Mildred Kellogg Haley, she graduated from the Vincentian Institute in Albany NY and St. Mary's Hospital School of Nursing in Amsterdam, NY. Sara was most recently employed by the Visiting Nurses of Berkshire County where she worked as a registered nurse. It was there she dedicated 21 years until her retirement. She worked various nursing jobs over her 50 year career including but not limited to hospitals in Pittsfield, MA, Pittsburgh, PA and she was instrumental in starting Changing Point, a substance abuse facility which...

Lawrence Joseph Turmel passed away at the age of 82 on April 16th, 2022, at his home in Summerfield, Florida. Larry was born to Rose Marie and Ralph Turmel at Albany Memorial Hospital. He was the youngest of 13 children, Larry was preceded in death by 8 sisters and 2 brothers. He is survived by his wife Phyllis, daughter Sharon, son Lawrence, sister Rose Marie Tomaszewski, and brother William Turmel. In 1959 Larry graduated from Ravena-Coeymans High School and he was a carpenter by trade. As a U.S. Army Veteran Larry supported the Wounded Warrior Project and had retired from the V.A. Medical Center in Albany, NY in 2005. Larry enjoyed making gifts of wood for friends and family, bike...

Donald (Don) Johnson, age 89, beloved husband of Serena M. Johnson, went home to be with the Lord on April 11, 2022. Friends are invited to join with the family for visitation on Friday, June 3rd from 10-11AM at the Devanny-Condron Funeral Home, 40 Maplewood Ave. Pittsfield, MA 01201. A memorial prayer service will begin at 11 AM led by Pastor Paul Barna which will be live-streamed for anyone unable to attend in person. Burial will follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery. For a full obituary and to access live-streaming, please visit Don's tribute page at: Devanny-Condron.com

Ruth Shirley Niemitalo passed away peacefully on March 30, 2022. Born on October 26, 1930, in Troy, NY, she was the daughter of John and Leah Waterbury Stewart. Ruth was 91. Ruth was very proud to be a homemaker, a notable profession. She also worked for Mark Mullholland in the Pink Store Deli formerly on Clinton Street. She loved to help raise her grandchildren. In her free time, Ruth loved to watch Jeopardy and the Wheel of Fortune. She really loved to relax with a good book and play Crosswords and Wordsearches. Ruth is predeceased by her beloved son, Eric J. Niemitalo. She is survived by her 3 children: Linda (Larry) Fox of Saratoga Springs, NY, Robert (Ellen) Niemitalo of Port...

Beverly J. (Brittelli) Freshour, age 74, passed away on Friday, March 25, 2022, at the Wesley Health Care Center in Saratoga Springs. As she departed, she was surrounded by her love, Bob, and her family. Born in Utica on August 25, 1947, Beverly was the daughter of the late Orlando and Santina (Turi) Brittelli. She graduated from T.R. Proctor High School/Class of 1965 and continued her education at Utica School of Commerce. Beverly was a devoted employee of the New York State Department of Health and held numerous secretarial positions for over 25 years prior to her retirement. She was an independent woman blessed with a beautiful smile, a generous heart, and a quiet demeanor. Beverly...

Luann Furno (Sickles), 62, formerly of Utica, NY; passed away on Thursday March 24, 2022 at Avow Hospice of Naples. Luann loved riding her motorcycle, playing with children, crocheting and sharing hugs. Luann is truly an Angel and her spirt will continue to guide all of us. Please visit www.Fuller Naples.com for on-line condolences and service dates.

Harold Collins Jr age 87 of Albany, NY passed away on March 18 2022 in The Villages FL. Viewing will be from 3pm 5pm on Monday March 28th 2022 at Hiers-Baxley Funeral Home at 3975 Wedgewood Lane, The Villages, FL. Harold Collins Jr was born in Albany, NY to Harold Collins Sr and Adele Rapp-Collins on April 14 1934. He was preceded in death by his son TSgt Jeffrey Collins, his parents, his brothers Edwin, Ronald, and Robert Collins, his sisters Adele Panella and Carol Moreland. Harold is survived by his wife Janice Collins, his son Michael Collins, his brothers John, Frederick, Joseph, and Bruce Collins, his sisters Delores Lather, Sue Capasso, and Deena Collins. As well as his grandchildren...

Barbara W. Cartinelli, 78, longtime resident of Silver Street in Sheffield, MA passed away on Thursday, March 3, 2022 at the home of her daughter and son-in-law. She was born on December 15, 1943 in Manhattan, NY the daughter of Ernest and Katherine (Hannan) Wilbur. Barbara attended the Corpus Christi School in Manhattan, NY before moving to The Berkshire's where she graduated from Mt. Everett Regional High School. She became an LPN at the former Pittsfield General Hospital School of Nursing and went on to Maria College to earn her bachelor's degree and become an RN. Throughout her life she worked at both Fairview Hospital and Fairview Commons. She was a compassionate caregiver and always...

Walter Suprunowicz, 90, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 5, 2022. Born on February 1, 1932, in Schenectady, New York, he was the son of the late Makary and Ida Piotrowski Suprunowicz. Walter is remembered as a talented athlete. He was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School in Schenectady, where he played basketball with his older brothers, Mack and Dick. In high school, he played varsity basketball for all four years, with a record of 47 wins and only one loss. Walter received a full athletic scholarship to play basketball for Holy Cross University, where he also received his BA. There, Walter participated in four national championship tournaments, including the 1952 NIT, 1953...

Judy A. Romano, of Albany, New York, died peacefully of natural causes at her home in Powder Springs, Georgia. She is predeceased by her husband Frank, a former Albany Firefighter and Navy Veteran, who passed away in 2019. A funeral service was held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory. Judy was an Executive Administrative Assistant at Key Bank for over 20 years, and was a loving friend of so many - young and old - in and around the Village of Menands. She so loved opportunities to bring family and friends together for good times and a proper drink. A legendary neighbor, Judy was attentive and giving to any and all in need. She leaves behind three...