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Benito Velez-Rodriguez
Apr 17, 2021
Benito Velez–Rodriguez, 61, entered into eternal life on April 17, 2021 at Ellis Hospital. Benito was born on January 29, 1960 in San German Puerto Rico, the son of the late Juan M. Velez -Ortiz and Santa Rodriguez-Morales. He was educated in Puerto Rico coming to Schenectady in the early 1980s, then moving to Florida.
He was employed as a truck...
Santa Melendez
Mar 26, 2021
Santa Melendez 75, a resident of Summit Towers, entered into the arms of the Lord on Friday March 26, 2021at the Fulton Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing.
She was born on April 15, 1945 in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico, the daughter of the late Santos Melendez and the late Dominga Jimenez.
Santa was a member of New Beginnings Church in Schenectady.
In addition...
Sylvia Opong - wiredu
Mar 14, 2021
On Sunday, March 14, 2021, our beloved Sylvia "Peaches" Cubille Opong-Wiredu passed along at the young age of 50 in her Schenectady, NY residence. She was born on October 30, 1970 to Luz and the late James McDougal. She is survived by her sister Yvonne Cubille and brother James Cubille, Sr. She is preceded in death by a brother,...
Johnnie Edward Watters
Feb 21, 2021
Johnnie Edward Watters 66, entered into the arms of the Lord on February 21, 2021 at Ellis Hospital.
He was born on October 16, 1954 in Putnam, Alabama, the son of the late Carrie Carter. He was educated in New Orleans and was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School.
Johnny was a U. S. Navy veteran serving from 1972 -1975.
Johnnie...
Johnathan Fitzgerald Kravetz
Feb 8, 2021
Johnathan Fitzgerald Kravetz 45, entered into eternal life on February 8, 2021at Albany Medical Center Hospital.
He was born in Schenectady New York on March 7, 1975 the son of the late Henry Jay. A. Kravetz II and The late Sondra Jean Falmuth Kravetz. He was educated in Schenectady schools. John was Formally employed by the General Eelectric Company, lastly he was a self-employed handyman. John was of the Christian...
Ian Luis Ramos Garcia
Feb 2, 2021
Ian Luis Ramos Garcia infant son of Edgar J. Ramos Ayala and Tomasa Garcia, was called home to the Lord, during his birth on February 2, 2021.
In addition to his parents survivors include; his paternal grandparents Wilfredo Ramos and Michelle Ayala, maternal grandparents Donna Solvin and the late Tito Garcia, brothers and sisters Joeliz M., Edgar J., Alexander J. and Kataleya I. Ramos Garcia. Also survive by several aunts,...
Maurice Wayne Huston
Jan 17, 2021
Maurice Wayne Huston 64 of State Street, Entered into the arms of the Lord on January 17, 2021 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady.He was born in Harlem , NY. on January 7, 1957 the son of the late William Franklin And Marjorie Huston.
He was employed as a clinical assistant at the Oswald D heck Developmental Center in Niskayuna And was...
Caterienia D. Hunt -Brown
Jan 14, 2021
Caterienia D. Hunt -Brown 33, entered into eternal life on January 14, 2021. Born in Memphis Tennessee on February 24, 1987 she is the daughter of Aretha Hunt.
She was educated in Tennessee and attended the University of Tennessee. Caterienia was employed as a bus monitor for Durham Transportation and as a Home Health Aid for Consumer Direct in Albany.
In...
Mohamed H. Sookram , Jr.
Jan 9, 2021
Mohamed H. Sookram, Jr. 37, of Guilderland Avenue, entered into eternal life on January 9, 2021 at his residence. He was born on July 13, 1983 in Lake Charles, Louisiana the son of Mohamed H. and Jacqueline Landry Sookram, Sr. Mohamed was a self employed auto mechanic and also did security. In addition to his parents survivors include his paternal grandmother Bacheran Sookram, his maternal...
Amy Lynn Skidmore
Dec 29, 2020
Amy Lynn Skidmore, 48, of State Street, entered into eternal life on December 29, 2020 at Albany Medical Center Hospital.
She was born in Schenectady, New York on September 24, 1972 the daughter of Raymond Hitchcock and Debra Thompson.
She was employed as a cook at the Domestic Violence Center, YWCA in Schenectady.
In addition to her mother, survivors include her longtime companion William (Bill) Clarke,...
Kashlany I. Melendez
Dec 26, 2020
Kashlany I. Melendez, 30, of Michigan Avenue, entered into eternal life on December 26, 2020 at her residence. She was born in Bayanmon, Puerto Rico on January 11, 1990, the daughter of Hector and Ruth Melendez. Kashlany came to the United States as a young child. Kashlany was a member of Iglesia Puerto De Bendicion Church
She was employed in food service at the Rivers Casino and Resort in...
Richard E. Daniels, Jr.
Dec 14, 2020
Richard E Daniels, Jr. 47, Of Summit Avenue entered into eternal life on December 14, 2020 at his residence. Richard was born in Schenectady New York on June 30, 1973, the son of Richard Daniels, Sr. and Linda Johnson. He was educated in Schenectady schools. Richard was employed as a furniture mover for the former economy furniture in Schenectady New York. Richard...
Thomas J. McLoughlin
Dec 13, 2020
Thomas J. McLoughlin 81, Entered into eternal life on December 13, 2020 at Albany Medical Center. He was born on June 28, 1939 in Brooklyn New York.
Survivors include his son Steven Repsis and his adopted daughter and special friend Michelle Allen, two great grandchildren Lillian and Dalia.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at the Blessed Sacrament Parish (formerly Saint Patricks ) in Albany at...
Virgie D. Dobbs
Dec 9, 2020
Virgie D. Dobbs, 58, of Linden Street, was called home on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Virgie was born on February 12, 1962 in Albany, New York to Jonell Dobbs and Willie Randolph. Virgie leaves to cherish her memory two daughters; Challana and Chavon Dobbs, One sister Marilyn (William) Blanchard, Two brothers Robert ( Kelly) Dobbs and Rodney Dobbs , three beloved...
Leon J. Graves, Jr.
Dec 5, 2020
Leon J. Graves, Jr., 29, of Bailey Street, was called home on Saturday , December 5, 2020. Leon was born January 10, 1991 in Schenectady New York the son of Leon Graves, Sr.. And Vonda Thompson. Leon was educated in Schenectady schools, attending Mont Pleasant and Schenectady High School. He also took some college courses
He was employed as a package handler for UPS in Latham, New York.
Leon was...
Lincoln C. John
Dec 1, 2020
Lincoln C. John, 41, entered into eternal life on December 1, 2020.
Survivors include his wife and children and a host of family and friends.
Services are private and held at the convenience of the family.
William Clarence Phillips
Nov 29, 2020
William Clarence Phillips, 70 of Ballston Road, Entered into eternal life on November 28, 2020 at his residence.
Bill was born in Niskayuna, New York on September 11, 1950, The son of the late Ray and Gloria Hennessy Phillips.
He was educated in Schenectady schools and was employed by Advanced Auto Parts in Schenectady.
In addition to his parents he was predeceased by one brother...
Ann Elizabeth Chappel
Nov 27, 2020
Ann Elizabeth Chappel 70, A resident of Moyston Street, entered eternal life on Friday, November 27, 2020 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Ann was born in Albany, New York, The daughter of the late Thomas Chappel and Hortense Artis-Burns. She was educated in the Albany school system.
She was employed as a CNA for the Albany...
Barbara J. Frierson
Oct 29, 2020
Barbara J. Frierson, 60, of Albany, entered into eternal life on October 29,2020 at her residence.
Barbara was born August 1, 1960 in Louisville, Kentucky, The daughter of Joseph T. Kannamore and Bernice Grainger.
Survivors include her daughter Barbara Kannamore , one son Derrick Kannamore and several brothers and a host of extended family and friends.
Funeral services will be private and held at...
Napoleon B. Allen
Oct 25, 2020
Napoleon B. Allen, 54, a resident of Summit Towers, entered into eternal life on October 25, 2020. Napoleon was born in Albany New York, the son of Saundra M. Brundage and the late James Scott. He was a graduate of Troy HighSchool.
Napoleon was a line cook at the Lexington Grill in Albany New York, before retiring due to disability.
Survivors include his mother Saundra M. Brundage, his loving children; Marlena Allen , Destiny Allen, Latoya Allen and Eric VanBuren.He...
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