The Daily Gazette

Diane C. (Trimarchi) Basil, 80, of The Villages, FL, passed away peacefully on October 4th at The Villages Hospital. She was born July 30, 1941. She is survived by the love of her life, her husband Gabe; her son Jim, his wife Lisa and daughter Gabriela; her son Dave, wife Jennifer and children Madison, Mikayla and Alex; her brother Chuck Trimarchi, wife Bobbi and children Rob, Mike and Pete; her sister-in-law Pat Ciccarelli, her husband Gene and children Allison and Kimberly. She was preceded in death by her parents Vincent and Mary Ann Trimarchi. Diane and Gabe Basil were married 58 years and made their home in The Villages, Florida. Diane grew up in Schenectady, NY, where she graduated...

MaryAnne Tosh (n?e Gianni), of Ashburn, VA, and previously of Pinehurst, NC and Clifton Park NY made her journey to heaven in the early morning hours on Tuesday September 21, 2021. Born Thursday, February 10, 1944, in Schenectady, New York, she was the second of two daughters of two first generation Italian immigrants, the late Joseph Gianni and the late Antoinette Bonacquist Gianni. Through her very happy childhood, she fostered a strong devotion for family, her country and her heritage. In the spring of 1962, she graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in Schenectady and then went on to study nursing at the State University of New York at Plattsburgh. She graduated in 1966 and became a...

Paul John Spass, Sr. passed away on Sept. 8, 2021. Visitation on Tues. Sept. 14, from 9-11am at Tunison Funeral Home, burial to follow at Saratoga Nat. Cemetery at 11:30am. For full obituary visit www.tunisonfuneralhome.com

Richard J. O'Rourke (Dick) of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, passed away on September 7, 2021 at The McGraw Hospice Center, with his family by his side. Dick was born to Frank E. and Kathleen O'Malley O'Rourke on September 17, 1933 in Brooklyn, NY. He graduated from St. Francis Preparatory High School, Brooklyn, NY in 1951. Following graduation, Dick enlisted in the US Coast Guard and served during the Korean War. Upon his discharge, Dick began his insurance career with Marsh McLennan, the largest insurance brokerage firm in the country. While there, he attended the College of Insurance. In 1957, Dick joined Ter Bush & Powell, a regional brokerage firm in Schenectady, NY. Through the...

Thomas M. Petro of Huntersville, NC passed away on September 3, 2021. Tom was born in Peckville PA on July 17, 1925 to the late Michael and Catherine Petro. Tom was a US Coast Guard veteran having served in WWII. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his sisters, Dorothy Terry and Betty Woodrow, and brothers Donald and Peter. He is survived by his wife of 74 years, Balbina "Beanie", sister Catherine Licata, son Mark (Marilyn), daughter Susan Leet (Matthew), granddaughter Emily McPherson (Todd), grandsons Daniel and Alexander Leet, and great-granddaughter Reese McPherson. Also Gloria, Donald and Ashley Reisinger who have always been there for him. Tom & Beanie spent almost...

Victoria Edith Wells, 76 Victoria Edith Wells of Haines City passed away Sunday, August 1, 2021 at Winter Haven Hospital. She was born May 16, 1945 in Schenectady, New York, to the late Chester and Edith Polenz; she moved to Haines City from New York in 2005. Victoria was a retired assistant manager for Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance and was a member of Saint Joseph's Catholic Church. She enjoyed gardening, shopping, and loved her dog Cookie and her family. Victoria was preceded in death by her son, Edward Wells in 2005. She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Stacy Wells of Haines City; sister, Marsha McFeeters (Rick) of Warwick, Rhode Island; brothers, Gordon Polenz of Haines City, and...

Frederick J. Wallimann, Jr., 74, passed away peacefully after a 6-month struggle with esophageal cancer on July 19, 2021. Born on June 9, 1947, the son of the late Margaret P. (Schirnhofer) and Frederick J. Wallimann, Sr. He was a retiree of Schenectady General Electric company and more recently a resident of Myrtle Beach, SC. Frederick is survived by his loving wife, Barbara L. Wallimann, two sons, Chad, and Shane Wallimann of Upstate, NY., and his two grandchildren, Shelby and Riley Wallimann of Upstate, NY. He also leaves behind his sister, Janet Kowalzyk of Fishersville, VA., and his brother, John Wallimann of Upstate, NY. There will be no services held for Mr. Wallimann.

Sharon Seaman "Shari" (Blodgett) Van Bramer died unexpectedly on 15 July, 2021 at The Villages Regional Hospital, The Villages, FL, of a complication resulting from a fall on 6/28/21 that fractured her femur. She was 74. She was the daughter of the late William I. "Bill" and Marjorie M. "Marge" (Seaman) Blodgett. She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, David J. "Dave" Van Bramer, her two very much loved & successful sons, Scott D. (Melissa) of OH, and John W. (Dawn) of NC, and her four beloved grandchildren, Jake T. of VA, Emily A of OH, Katerina N. of NC & Rachel L of OH. She is also survived by her 3 sisters-in-law, Sandra A (Al) Inget, Donna M (Dave) Hayes, and Anne M...

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Judge Daniel Robert Monaco of Naples, Florida, on July 8, 2021 at the age of 85. Peacefully and surrounded by his beloved wife of 46 years, Ann and their children. Judge Monaco was born in Schenectady, New York on May 27, 1936. Dan was a determined man who understood the meaning of perseverance. After graduating from Mont Pleasant High School in New York, he found a job running a freight elevator at a downtown department store. He also worked for the State while taking college courses at Russell Sage Evening Division in Albany, NY. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree and was accepted at the University of Miami Law...

On Friday, June 4, 2021, Virginia McKenney passed; she was proud to have reached the 89 year milestone. Virginia lived in Maine, Virginia, New York, and New Hampshire and held secretary jobs, which she earnestly fulfilled. Serving in the Keene State College Alumni Office brought her great joy. She is survived by her sister, Lloma, and five children, John (Nancy), David (B.R.), Jane (John), Mary (Dave), and George (Heidi), plus many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband of 45 years, John. Virginia was blessed with special friendships and was caringly curious of everyone she met, often finding meaningful connections. She enjoyed biographies,...

Bernice Ferris (Czyzewski ), 78, of Sun City Center, Florida passed away Friday, May 14, 2021 at home in Florida. She is survived by her loving husband, Charles; three daughters, Christine Traver (Timothy), Tracy Burns (Michael) and Kimberly Hogue (Michael Grimes); brother, Eugene Czyzewski; eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Service in Lake Placid will be announced at a later date.

Mr. Paul John Talerico, Jr., "Skeet", age 84, of Fort Mill SC, formerly of Schenectady, NY passed away from cancer on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at the home of his daughter Nikki. Mr. Talerico was born Dec. 2, 1936 in Schenectady to the late Paul John Talerico and Eleanor Russell Talerico. He retired from GE in 1996 after many years there as a Millwright. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Connor Baron. Survivors are his 3 daughters; Rebecca Murray (Edward), Tampa, FL, Michele Masse, Schenectady, NY and Nikki Baron (Michael), Ft. Mill, SC, his stepdaughter Kristin Rothwell, El Cajon, CA; 2 sisters, Lois Hammond (Michael) and Linde Oechler (Charles), brother, James Talerico (Linda), his...

William J. Bokus passed away on April 21, 2021. Family & friends may call from 3-7pm Tues. April 27, at Tunison Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wed.at 10am at St. Joseph's Church. Burial at Greenfield Cemetery.

Funeral Mass Saturday April 24, 2021, at St. Patrick's Church, Oneida, at 10:00 AM. Burial in St. Patrick's Cemetery. Visitation 4-7 PM Friday Ironside Funeral Home, Inc. Oneida. Online condolences www.ironsidefuneralhome.com.

Harriet B Barton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 27, 2021 with her adoring family by her side. She was born January 4, 1955 in Cortland, New York to Harry B Winner, Sr and Ardene (McMullen) Winner. She lived the majority of her life in the Schenectady/Rotterdam, NY area before moving to Florida. She was a graduate of Schalmont High School and The College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York. Harriet retired from the General Electric Company in Schenectady with thirty-nine years of service. Harriet was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and daughter, a caring sister and loyal friend of many. If she was part of your life, then your life was better for it. Her good natured, kind and...

Marion Pertel Daileader passed away peacefully at her home in Saratoga Springs, NY on March 25, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She was 91. There will be a wake for Marion on Friday, April 9, 2021, from 4:00 till 7:00 pm at Tuniston Funeral Home, 105 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. A Mass of Catholic Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, April 10, 2021, at St. Clements Catholic Church, 231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY (https://stclementschurch.com/). Marion will be interred at the Gerald B. H. Soloman Saratoga National Veterans Cemetery in a private ceremony for family members. For full obituary please visit, www.tunisonfuneralhome.com

Clara Dansfield passed away on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at Spectrum Health Lakeland from post-surgical complications. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, March 8, 2021 at 11 AM at Grace Lutheran Church, 404 Glenlord Rd., St. Joseph, with Pastor Josh Bishop officiating. Burial will follow at North Shore Memory Gardens in Coloma. Friends may visit with the family on Sunday, March 7, 2021 from 2 PM until 4 PM at Starks & Menchinger Chapel & Cremation Services, 2650 Niles Rd., St. Joseph. Out of respect for the family and guests in attendance, mask and proper social distancing will be required at both the visitation and service. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace...

Dixie Gatto passed away February 15, 2021. Visitation from 1-3 pm on Sunday February 21, at Amsterdam Funeral Chapel 13 Belmont Place, Amsterdam. Online remembrances can be made at www.tunisonfuneralhome.com

Katy Berard Leonard, 52, of Niskayuna, NY, passed away peacefully at Crescent Manor Rehabilitation Center in Bennington, Vermont, on February 15, 2021, after a long battle with the progressive genetic neuro-degenerative Huntington's Disease. Born in Bennington, Vermont on January 24, 1969, she was the daughter of the late John L. and Lois Berard. Katy attended Bennington, Vermont schools and graduated from Mt. Anthony High School in 1987. She graduated from the University of Vermont at Burlington with a Bachelor of Arts in English in 1991. Directly after college Katy worked at a lodge near Yellowstone National Park. Then for several years she was Store Manager at Basket Barn in...

Alba DeMaria Carbone 86, of Rock Hill SC passed away on February 7, 2021. She is survived by two daughters Patrice Espina (Peter) of York, SC and Valerie Shillinglaw (Steve) of Rock Hill, SC. One Brother Guido DeMaria of Amsterdam, NY. Two sisters Gedia DeMaria of Scotia, NY and Elizabeth Posluszny of Schenectady, NY. Alba enjoyed Gardening, Baking & Cooking and the Opera-Luciano Pavarotti, 3 Tenners. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at 10 am at Forest Hills Cemetery in Rock Hill, SC. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Providence Care - Hospice, 500 Lakeshore Pkwy, Rock Hill SC 29730. Online condolences may be registered at...

Amos Reakes died Monday, January 25, 2021. Private funeral will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Hagaman Mills Cemetery, Hagaman, NY. Services are entrusted to the Amsterdam Funeral Chapel