Gary M. Davis
Mar 19, 2026
Gary M. Davis, 79, of East Chatham, passed away unexpectedly on March 19, 2026 at his home. He was born on September 24, 1946, in Chatham, to the late Kenneth and Charlotte (Alamillo) Davis. Gary lived a life marked by dedication, service, and community spirit that deeply touched all who knew him.
A proud veteran, Gary was drafted into the United...
Elizabeth Fielder
Mar 19, 2026
Elizabeth (AKA Judy) Fielder, 72 of Elizaville passed away March 19th, 2026, peacefully surrounded by her family.
Judy was known for her kindness and gentle personality and a smile that would light up a room.
Judy is survived by her husband of 38 years, Cameron Fielder, her son Joseph Murell Sr.(and Bonnie), the joy of her life, Joseph Murell Jr.(and Rielee). Her...
Harry E. Helmer
Mar 18, 2026
Harry E. Helmer, 84, of Ballston Spa, peacefully passed away on March 18, 2026 at Saratoga Hospital. He was born on February 4, 1942. Harry's journey was marked by moments that touched those around him, leaving behind a legacy of respect and remembrance by his loving family.
Throughout his years, Harry was a presence defined by his quiet strength and enduring...
Raymond Jensen Hotaling
Mar 14, 2026
Raymond Jensen Hotaling, 31, passed peacefully March 14, 2026, following a sudden sarcoma diagnosis. He was surrounded by family and friends. Jensen was born December 23, 1994, to Dwayne and Lynn Hotaling of Ghent, NY. Jensen was an Eagle Scout, avid hiker, snowboarder, and traveler, visiting 47 states over the course of his lifetime. Jensen was a 2017 graduate of...
Eleanor Chaikowski
Mar 10, 2026
Eleanor Chaikowski, 96, of the FASNY Fireman's Home, passed away on March 10th 2026 after a short illness. Eleanor was born to Alexander and Patricia (Keller) Dixon of Tarrytown on October 28th 1929, the youngest of three siblings. She had been employed by V&O press as a keypunch operator and retired from Red Apple Realty and the Frank W. Starkes...
Joyce Elaine Dixon
Mar 9, 2026
Joyce Elaine Dixon, 83, passed away peacefully at her home in Chatham in the early morning hours of March 9, 2026. Born on December 4, 1942, in Nyack, New York. She was the daughter of the late Harry and Alice (Bristol) Dardess.
Joyce graduated from Chatham High School and embarked on a successful career in banking, starting in 1967 as a...
James Robedee
Mar 8, 2026
James Robedee, born on November 30, 1965, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, at Columbia Memorial Hospital, Hudson. His departure leaves a quiet yet profound void in the hearts of those who knew him.
James will be remembered with dignity and respect, his memory cherished quietly but deeply by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
A graveside service to...
Jane Kinch
Mar 7, 2026
Jane Kinch, 76, formerly of Ghent, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026 at the Pines in Catskill. She was born on August 21, 1949. Jane lived a life marked by her kindness and compassion, leaving a lasting impression on those who had the privilege of knowing her.
She was a warm-hearted person who embraced every moment, treating friends and acquaintances...
Mary E. Oakley
Feb 28, 2026
Mary E. Oakley, 55, of Hudson passed away unexpectedly on February 28, 2026, at Albany Medical Center. Born on January 30, 1971 in Hudson to the late Martin Hanlon and Gwendolyn Werner.
She was a deeply caring individual who dedicated her life to supporting others, particularly through her long-standing career as a direct support professional and employment trainer for COARC. Senior...
Ruth E. Hill
Feb 25, 2026
Ruth E. Hill, 92, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, at her residence in Chatham. Born on April 17, 1933, in Buffalo, New York she was the daughter of J. Norton and Mildred (Cushing) Ewart. She met Hellen Keller while in high school, which inspired her to pursue a career as a speech therapist. She obtained a Master's degree...
Roger F. Herzhauser
Feb 9, 2026
Roger F. Herzhauser, a longtime resident of Chatham, passed away on February 9, 2026 at Albany Medical Center. He was born on November 13, 1950, in Staten Island to the late Francis and Gertrude (Keenan) Herzhauser. His family relocated to the Chatham area where he would reside the rest of his life. He retired after a 20 year career with...
Denise C. Barry
Feb 1, 2026
Denise C. Barry, Ed.D, of East Chatham, a long-time educator, parish leader and former Chatham Central School District Board member, died suddenly at her home on February 1. She was 79.
Born in NYC on Oct. 10, 1946, the daughter of the late Donald and Clara (nee Gerity) Barry, Denise was raised on the Barry Farm in East Chatham and attended...
George Rochester
Jan 27, 2026
George Rochester, 70, of East Chatham, passed away unexpectedly on January 27, 2026, at Berkshire Medical Center, in Pittsfield. Born on April 20, 1955, in Queens, New York to William and Antoniette (Scurti) Rochester. George was known for his generous spirit, carried through in his profession and personal life. He was a gentle giant, whose kindness left an indelible mark...
Elaine G. Hooke
Jan 19, 2026
Elaine G. Hooke, 91, passed away peacefully of natural causes on January 19, 2026 in Menifee, California. She was born on May 12, 1934, in New York, the daughter of Delmer and Lillian (Sharp) Goodrich and sister to twin brothers Del Jr. and Roger Goodrich. Elaine’s journey through life was marked by her unwavering commitment to her family, friends, her...
Anthony M. Adamo
Jan 5, 2026
Anthony M. Adamo died unexpectedly at home on January 5, 2026. Born in Flushing, New York on November 13, 1979 the son of Pauline (Petrone) Bottali and the late Edmund Adamo.
Anthony grew up in New Paltz, New York, after graduating he went on to be an electrician attending trade schools. He would become active in CSEA...
William Kuzmiak
Jan 3, 2026
William Kuzmiak, age 92, of Ghent, NY, born December 27, 1933, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on January 3, 2026, at Albany Medical Center in Albany, NY.
Bill is survived by his daughters, Katherine Leigh Ward of Lebanon, TN, and Beth Lynn Walsh (David) of Walden, NY. Bill and Beth shared an especially...
Gloria Rapoport
Dec 31, 2025
Gloria Rapoport passed away on December 31, 2025, at Newton-Wellesley Hospital in the Boston area, just shy of her 92nd birthday. Gloria had been living near family in an assisted living building in Newton, Massachusetts in recent years. She passed away of natural causes with her family by her bedside.
Born in New York City to Polish...
John Anthony Fiorillo
Dec 23, 2025
John Fiorillo, a devoted public servant, healthcare strategist, and award-winning playwright, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, at the age of 82. He died in Lenox, Massachusetts, just five months after the passing of his beloved wife, Anita Pitney Fiorillo. The two shared 56 years of marriage, homes in New York City and Chatham, NY, and a life...
Sigmund Abeles
Dec 21, 2025
ABELES--Sigmund Morton. Noted figurative artist Sigmund Morton Abeles passed away on December 21, 2025, of natural causes. He was 91 years old. He is survived by his daughter, Shoshanna Abeles, and his sons, David Abeles and Maxwell Abeles. He was preceded in death by his former wife, Gina Godwin Abeles. His marriages to Carolyn May and Friedrike Merck ended...
Dorothy A. Marchetto
Dec 18, 2025
Dorothy A. Marchetto passed away December 18, 2025 at Albany Medical Center with her family by her side. Born October 12, 1934 in Austerlitz, New York, she was the daughter of the late Norman and Grace Perry Anderson.
She attended Chatham Schools and along with her husband she built and operated Woodland Hills Campground in Austerlitz, NY...
