Mary Katherine Sgambati
Jun 6, 2026
Livestream of Mary Kay's Mass of Christian Burial, will begin at 12:00pm, Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
Mechanicville, NY- Mary Katherine "Mary Kay" Hayes Sgambati passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026, at the age of 86. She was comforted in knowing that her children were secure and content; surrounded by the love of family.
Born on January 28, 1940, Mary Kay was...
Mary Lucy Snyder
Jun 4, 2026
Saratoga Springs – On August 13, 1944 God’s blessing was bestowed on Kathleen McKenna and Floyd Champine with the birth of their daughter Mary Lucy Champine. Lovingly known by all as Mary Lou, she passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026.
Raised with her brother Robert, the family lived and grew in Colonie, NY. Educated in Catholic Schools, she graduated from...
Nicholas James Palmetto
Jun 3, 2026
Nicholas James “Nick” Palmetto, 88, of Saratoga Springs, New York, passed away on June 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of family, service, entrepreneurship, and community that will endure for generations.
Born and raised in Saratoga Springs, Nick spent nearly his entire life in the city he loved. He graduated from Saratoga Springs High School, and Siena College. After proudly serving...
Alice Marie Stroup
May 28, 2026
Alice Marie Stroup - An Upstate Life
Wilton, NY – Alice M. Stroup (née Sherman), aged 96, passed away peacefully at her home of 68 years. She retained her polite manners, sharp powers of observation and aesthetic sensibilities—manifested in her ready smiles and thank-yous, witty quips and sartorial standards—as well as her everyday enjoyment of her cherished pets, independent lifestyle, and...
Frank P. Scirocco
May 28, 2026
MECHANICVILLE, NY - Frank P. Scirocco, 74, of Broadway in Mechanicville, passed away at home on Thursday, May 28, 2026, after a brief illness. Born in Saratoga Springs, on April 25, 1952, he was the son of the late Anthony and Frances Scuderi Scirocco.
Frank developed a love of music at an early age, with a particular fondness for the drums....
Carmela (Durante) Dawley
May 26, 2026
Malta, NY - Carmela (Durante) Dawley, age 93, passed away at home May 23, 2026. Born in Auburn, NY she was predeceased by her husband, a son, two sisters and two brothers. She is survived by two sons, a daughter and their families including seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; also one sister and many nieces and nephews.
The family is forever...
Karen A. Stetkar
May 26, 2026
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Karen Stetkar, of Church Street, died on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, surrounded by family and friends, at her residence. A lifelong resident of Saratoga Springs, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Rose (Camarro) Stetkar. Karen was a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, Albany Business College, and a communicant of St. Clements's Roman Catholic...
Maria Chindamo Harrison
May 25, 2026
Saratoga Springs, NY- Maria Chindamo Harrison, 96, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Saratoga Hospital.
Maria was born in Loja, Ecuador, on June 8, 1929. She grew up with her mother, Balbina Suarez, her sister Philomena, and her brothers Juan and Pablo. In 1952, she moved to Virginia to attend Averett College. After completing her studies, she relocated to...
Deborah R. Braley
May 19, 2026
Ballston Spa, NY – Deborah R. Braley, 71, passed away after a courageous battle from metastatic breast cancer on May 19, 2026 at Saratoga Hospital with her family by her side. Deborah was born on June 7, 1954 to the late Anthony C., Jr. and Margaret Ann (Peggy) Stewart.
After finishing school she operated The Hair Express Salon in Clifton Park...
Eric Arthur Olson
May 19, 2026
Eric Arthur Olson, 84, of Saratoga Springs, NY, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026 at the Wesley Nursing Home in Saratoga Springs, NY.
He was born on August 12, 1942 in Scotia, NY to Arthur and Alice Olson. After graduating Scotia Glenville Highschool, Eric worked at his father’s sign shop, Olson Signs, held various construction roles, and ultimately held a...
Patricia Anne Connolly
May 16, 2026
Patricia Anne (Soccio) Connolly, 74, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, in Paris, France. Born on October 31, 1951, in Troy, New York, Patricia lived a life filled with love, joy, and passion for education and family.
Patricia earned her Bachelor of Arts in Education from SUNY Plattsburgh in 1973. She devoted her career to teaching English, inspiring countless students...
Robert Lawrence Pitman
May 16, 2026
Saratoga Springs, NY- Robert L. Pitman, 67, Oak St., died Saturday, May 16, 2026 after a short illness.
Born on Sept. 9, 1958 in Saratoga Springs, he was a son of the late William E. and Rita M. (Conway) Pitman and was a lifelong resident. He and his late family remained as one of the earliest Irish families remaining that settled...
Maureen Olsen
May 16, 2026
Maureen Olsen, age 82, passed away on May 16, 2026, at The Home of the Good Shepherd in Saratoga Springs, New York.
Maureen was born on July 6, 1943, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, to Raymond and Frances Carmell. She attended Pittsfield High School, where she graduated pro merito and was a member of the National Honor Society. She graduated from the University...
Dennis J. Cummings
May 16, 2026
Dennis "Denny" James Cummings, 79, of Saratoga Springs, New York, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026 in St. Peter’s Hospital. Born on September 8, 1946, he was the son of the late Charles and Mary Cummings.
Denny proudly served his country in the Army during the Vietnam War and remained deeply connected to the men he served alongside, attending reunions...
Sheila Dwyer Sheraton
May 12, 2026
Stuart, Florida – Sheila Dwyer Sheraton, 90, left this world peacefully on May 12th, 2026 at home with family.
Sheila Marie Dwyer was born in Manhattan, NY, on May 4th, 1936, the daughter of Dr. Thomas E. Dwyer and Margaret E. Dempsey. She grew up on North Broadway in Saratoga Springs, NY and graduated Saratoga Springs High School in 1954. She...
John Joseph "Jack" Robson, Jr.
May 12, 2026
Saratoga Springs - John Joseph “Jack” Robson, Jr., 93, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He is predeceased by his beloved wife, Dee; he is survived by his three children, Jack (Pam) Robson of Clifton Park, NY, Barbara Robson of Waterford, NY, and Patti (Warren) Shaw of Clifton Park, NY. He was...
Mary Frances Perks Zabala
May 12, 2026
Saratoga Springs, NY - Mary Frances Perks Zabala, age 93, beloved wife, mother, friend, and coworker, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family after a brief illness, on the morning of May 12, 2026, in Saratoga Springs, NY.
Mary was born in Lake Placid, NY on October 18, 1932. She moved to Saratoga as a child with her...
Robert McCaughey
May 10, 2026
Robert McCaughey, age 84, of Monroe, New York, passed away at his home on May 10th, 2026.
Robert was born in Schenectady, NY in 1941. His parents, Carolyn and Raymond, recalled to him how they exchanged ration stamps for his baby supplies during the war. During happier post-war times, he would grow up just blocks from Central Park. He would spend...
Walter J. Gurren, Jr.
May 8, 2026
Saratoga Springs – Walter J. Gurren, Jr., of Saratoga Lake passed away peacefully at home on May 8, 2026, with his family and “guard dog” Cooper at his side.
Walter was born in Albany, August 5, 1941, the son of the late Walter and EleanorGurren. He graduated from Colonie Central School and enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served...
Richard "Richy" J. McCane
May 6, 2026
Wilton, NY – Richard “Richy” McCane, a devoted family man whose greatest joy in life was being a Papa, passed away peacefully Wednesday May 6, 2026 surrounded by loved ones.
Richard was born on April 10, 1966, in Glens Falls, NY.
Richy dedicated over 30 years of service to the Town of Wilton Highway Department, where he was known for his strong...
