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Bakerian, A. Alice         
AMSTERDAM A. Alice Bakerian, 86, formerly of Troy and Albany, died Saturday,
September 4, 2004 at Mount Loretto Nursing Home in Amsterdam after a brief
illness. Born in Troy, she was the daughter of the late Bagdasar Bakerian and
Lucy (Dasho) Bakerian. She had resided in the Troy and Albany areas most of
her life and was educated at Troy Public Schools 17 and 14, Troy High School
and Russell Sage College, Class of 1939. Miss Bakerian was a social worker
under Commissioner Douglas Hudson for eight years and later worked at New York
State Motor Vehicles, the Lottery Commission, New York State Department of
Taxation and Finance as well the Albany Board of Elections and owned and
operated the Alice Shop in Albany in the 50s to the 70s. She was also
comptroller and manager of an Albany landmark hotel. In later years, she
resided in Albany and was active in Democratic Party functions and was a
longtime supporter of former Mayors Corning, Whalen and current Mayor
Jennings. She was a lifelong member of St. Peter Armenian Apostolic Church in
Watervliet. She is survived by a sister, Beatrice Johnson of New York City,
several cousins in Maine and Mass. and several nieces and nephews in Troy,
Albany and Calif. She was predeceased by three brothers, Antranick, Haig and
Leo Bakerian and a nephew, Kevin Allen Johnson. Funeral service will be held
Tuesday, September 7, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at the Bryce Funeral Home Inc., 276
Pawling Avenue, Troy with Rev. Stepanos Doudoukjian, pastor of St. Peter
Armenian Apostolic Church in Watervliet, officiating. Relatives and friends
may call at the funeral home Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. prior to
the service. Interment, Elmwood Hill Cemetery, Troy. In lieu of flowers,
contributions may be made in memory of Miss Bakerian to St. Peter Armenian
Apostolic Church, 100 Troy-Schenectady Road, Watervliet, NY 12189. For a
private family guestbook and service directions, visit www.brycefh.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Beditz, Marie F.           
TROY Marie F. Beditz, 83, of Troy, died peacefully and with dignity on Friday,
September 3, 2004 at St. Mary's Hospital in Troy after a brief illness. Born
in Troy on December 28, 1920 to the late Mary (Dwyer) and Joseph Bleibtrey.
Marie was a lifelong resident of the Lansingburgh neighborhood of North Troy.
She was the wife of Stephen J. Beditz and sister of Ruth LaPointe, both of
whom predeceased her. Marie leaves behind an extended family of relatives and
friends. She is survived by her sons, Stephen of Guilderland, Joseph of
Stuart, Fla. and Timothy (Barbara) of East Greenbush; grandchildren, Joseph,
Richard, Matthew and Andrew; honorary grandchildren, Camryn and Joshua; many
nieces and nephews and dear friends, Karen, Barbara, Betty and Gladys. Marie
retired in 1983 from the Lansingburgh School District where she served as a
secretary in the athletics department. She was widely known in area bowling
circles and worked part-time for many years at the Alpha Lanes in North Troy
where she made many friends. She bowled left-handed and had a wicked hook. In
addition, no one recalls her ever losing at pinochle. Though she didn't travel
extensively (with the exception of a lifetime dream trip to Ireland), she was
nevertheless known far and wide as the friendliest and most welcoming person
anyone had ever met. She was selfless with her time and, up to the time of her
death, helped her friends attend to their doctor visits, shopping and errands.
Marie leaves a legacy of love, affection and small kindnesses. She will be
missed. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, September
7 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Augustine's Church, Lansingburgh. Calling hours will be
from 4-7 p.m. Monday at the John J. Sanvidge Funeral Home, Inc. (Corner of
115th Street and Fourth Avenue, Lansingburgh). Interment will be private. In
lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Kristen Paradiso-Ricci
Scholarship Fund, 24 Western Drive, Clifton Park, NY 12065.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Blanchard, Philip F.            
COLONIE Philip Franklyn Blanchard, 61, passed away with his family by his side
on Friday, September 3, 2004 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center, following a
long illness. A resident of Colonie, he was born November 24, 1942 in Indian
Lake, N.Y. and is the son of Helen Blanchard and of Indian Lake and the late
Frank Blanchard. Phil was a past trustee and long time social member of the
Midway Fire Department in Colonie. He had worked as a diesel mechanic for
O'Donnell Quigley, Massaro and LB Smith. He was the fleet maintenance foreman
for the Town of Colonie, retiring in 2000. Phil loved his hometown. While on
many of his visits to Indian Lake, he often went fishing and hunting with life
long friends. Phil loved his family. Some of his best times were celebrated
with his family on their many trips to Fla. He cherished his day trips to
casinos and weeklong cruises with his wife. Phil enjoyed his girls and could
always be found helping out at a dance recital, modeling show, softball or
soccer. Always willing to help a friend, Phil was often fixing or repairing
just about anything. He will be missed by his beloved wife Cathie (Caviston)
Blanchard, whom he married in 1963; his two daughters, Lindan Blanchard Pape
and her husband Will of Houston, Texas and Sharon Kim Blanchard; his dog,
Blue. He is the brother-in-law of Carol Post (Douglas) and uncle of Katie,
Courtney and DJ. He is the brother of Wayne Blanchard (Jeanie) of Indian Lake
and uncle to Frank, Gregory and Nicki-Rose. Funeral services will be Tuesday
at 12 noon at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd.,
Colonie (Rt 155-south of Central Avenue). Calling hours will be Monday from 4
to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in St. John's Lutheran
Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Midway Fire Department, 1956
Central Ave., Albany, N.Y. 12205 in memory of Philip F. Blanchard.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 9/5/2004 - 9/6/2004.

Burometto Sr., Charles A.            
COLONIE Charles A. Burometto Sr., 85, died Friday, September 3, 2004 at home.
Charles was born in Stamford, Conn. to the late Biagio and Angela (Papa)
Burometto. Mr. Burometto served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II
as an aerial photographer. He moved to Colonie in 1962 with his beloved wife,
the late Josephine (Nati) Burometto. Charles was the owner and operator of
Burometto and Nati Grocery Store in Albany for 11 years and later owned and
operated Burometto's Food Mart on Albany Street in Colonie for 40 years. He
was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who lived his
life for his family. Charles is the devoted father of Charles A. Burometto Jr.
and his wife Rae Maureen of Niskayuna, Margaret M. Polaro and her husband
Joseph of Schenectady, Blaise F. Burometto and Frank A. Burometto, both of
Colonie, and the late Angela Burometto. He is the brother of Frances U. Allen
of Albany, the late Mary F. Robelotto, Frank (Tony) Citarella, Vincent D.
Burometto and Mario Burometto. He is the cherished grandfather of Michael and
Crystal Burometto of Yorkhaven, Pa., Angela Burometto of Niskayuna, Cara Olsen
and her husband Kevin of Guilderland, Kimberly Polaro of Rotterdam and Debra
Polaro of Schenectady. Charlie is the great-grandfather of Dustin Burometto of
Yorkhaven, Pa. and Aneesia Rose Faye of Schenectady. He is also survived by
several nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, September 7
from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at New Comer-Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd.,
Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave). Funeral services will be held on
Wednesday, September 8 at 8:15 a.m. then to St. Clare's Church where a Mass of
Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will be in Calvary
Cemetery, Glenmont. Memorial contributions may be made to the Community
Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205 in memory of Charles
A. Burometto Sr.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 9/5/2004 - 9/6/2004.

Caplan, David         
ALBANY David (Dubby) Caplan, son of the late Charles and Lena Caplan, beloved
husband of Shirley Mermelstein Caplan for 56 years, cherished father of Leta
and Hal Smith, Murray and Gail Caplan and Sharon Polovina, and adored Papa of
his grandchildren, Caley, Julie, Kyle, Bryan, Chad, and Zack. Survived by his
loving sister, Clara Perlmutter, and predeceased by his dear sister and
brothers, Esther Werlin, Jack Caplan and Robert Caplan. Also survived by
caring nephews and nieces. Born and lived in Albany, New York. Graduated from
Albany High School and attended St. Lawrence University. Enlisted in the Army
Air Corps in 1942. He served in the 8th Air Force, flying 35 missions over
Germany as a navigator on a B-17 Flying Fortress, receiving several
distinguished awards and medals. After his discharge in fall of 1945, he
transferred to Syracuse University and received a bachelor of science degree
in economics. After graduating, he joined his father, Charles and Uncle Hymie
in their family furniture store, Caplan Bros on South Pearl Street in Albany.
He met and married his life's sweetheart, Shirley, in 1948. Their
extraordinary relationship was an inspiration to all who knew them. He left
the furniture store in 1954 and joined the Charles Company of Troy and went to
work with his brother, Jack. He left the business in 1962 when he joined the
New York State Department of Commerce as a business consultant, subsequently
becoming the department's Red Tape Cutter and the ombudsman advocate for small
business, until his retirement in March 1991. He was very active in the
building of Temple Israel and served as vice president, treasurer and member
of the board of directors for many years, receiving many plaques and citations
for his dedicated years of service. For his support of the creation of the
Capital District Hebrew Academy, he was awarded membership as Guardian of the
Torah. He dedicated his life to helping others and was an active and generous
supporter of the Jewish Welfare Fund (United Federation), the United Way, the
Regional Food Bank, civil rights organizations and many national and
community-wide efforts to help those in need. Services at the Levine Memorial
Chapel, 649 Washington Avenue, Albany on Monday, September 6, 2004 at 1:00
p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Interment will follow
services in the Temple Israel Cemetery, Guilderland, N.Y. The period of
mourning will be observed at the Caplan residence, 237 Davis Avenue, Albany,
N.Y. 12208 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Memorial
contributions may be made to Temple Israel, United Jewish Federation of
Northeastern New York, Inc. and the American Cancer Society.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 9/5/2004 - 9/7/2004.

Dellehunt, Arvin V. (Memoriam)            
DELLEHUNT Arvin
In loving memory of my father, Arvin V. Dellehunt, who passed away one year
ago today. We think of you and miss you
everyday.
Love, Alan and Jean


Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

DePaulo, Peter (Memoriam)            
DePAULO Peter.
Dad and Grampy, six years have passed and your memories are with us always. If
only our love could have kept you from passing. We wish you were here to share
in our happiness of your new great-granddaughter Kylie Marisa.
Love Ya, Joyce, Dan, Danny, DeNeen, Joe and Kylie
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Dinova, Margaret A.             
ALBANY Margaret A. Dinova at rest Tuesday, August 17, 2004. Born in Albany,
May 26, 1946, Miss Dinova was a daughter of the late Joseph F. and Alice
DeBerri Dinova. She is survived by her sister, Joann DiNova of Santa Rosa,
Calif.; her aunt, Patricia DeBerri of Albany; her cousins, Edward DeBerri
(Eileen) of Rensselaerville and Ann Mulvihill (Joseph) of New York City and
their children. A graduate of the former Vincentian Institute and Saint Louis
University, Miss Dinova taught English at Bethlehem Central High School for 23
years, when she left to begin MargaretTransit Mini-van Service, Inc. There
will be no calling hours. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Catherine
of Siena Church, 40 Hopewell Street at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 7,
2004. It was her wish that donations be made to either Saint Patrick's Food
Pantry, 183 Central Ave., Albany 12206 or the Black Beauty Animal Rescue Ranch
(established by Cleveland Amory), P.O. Box 367, Murchison, TX 75778.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Dross, Linda (Memoriam)         
DROSS In loving memory of our beloved daughter, sister and aunt, on her
birthday.
Happy Birthday Linda. We remember all the precious days we were blessed to
share with you. You will always be forever in our hearts. Our days without you
still feel empty, painful and lonely and the tears still flow.
Lovingly, Your Family
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

DuFresne, Lois E.          
ORLANDO, Fla. Lois E. DuFresne, Nana, 87, of Orlando, died the week of August
29, 2004. She was born in Cohoes, N.Y., moving to Ft. Lauderdale in 1963 and
then Orlando in 2002. She is survived by her son, Anthony duFresne of
Melbourne Beach and daughter, Michelle Lowe of Orlando; son-in-law, James
Lowe; daughter-in-law, Anna Nikki duFresne; and grandchild, Aaron Lowe. Lois
will be remembered for her positive thinking, awareness, laughter and
patience. A memorial service will be held at First United Methodist Church in
Winter Park, Fla.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Gaudio, Phyllis (Memoriam)           
GAUDIO Phyllis
Ganma, I miss you very much. I think of you and your silly ways you use to
talk to me. I love you very much.
Love, Gabrielle
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Gaudio, Phyllis (Memoriam)           
GAUDIO Phyllis
We love and miss you very much. All your wishes are being carried out.
Your Husband, Mike
and Missy
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Grondin, Janet G.          
VOORHEESVILLE Janet G. Grondin, 58, passed away tragically in a boating
accident on Friday, September 3, 2004. Janet was born in Richmond, Va. to
Marian W. Grove and the late John W. Grove. She was raised and educated in Va.
and received her bachelor of fine arts from Virginia Commonwealth University
in 1968. Janet was a free-lance decorator and designer and was instrumental in
display design at Saks 5th Avenue, Vogue and many other companies. Ultimately,
she established Decor Unlimited, her own company specializing in design and
installation. She was actively involved in the life of the Berean Baptist
Church in Guilderland Center, N.Y. In addition to her mother, survivors
include her husband, Andre Grondin; her daughter, Elizabeth Blair Badaracco;
her sisters, Barbara E. Grove, Christine G. Fines and Martha G. Middleton;
several nieces and nephews and her grand kitties, Elliott and Twizzler. A
funeral service will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the Berean Baptist
Church, Rte. 146, Guilderland Ctr. Relatives and friends may call Tuesday from
6-9 p.m. at the Fredendall Funeral Home, 199 Main St., Altamont, N.Y.
Contributions may be made to the Humane Society.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Heiser, Mary J.            
DELMAR Mary J. Heiser, 72, of Delmar, beloved wife, mother and friend, died
Wednesday, September 1, 2004 at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital after
a short illness. Mrs. Heiser was born in Utica, N.Y. on June 12, 1932, the
daughter of the late Chauncey and Mary Van Allen Noble. She graduated magna
cum laude from Utica College with a bachelor's degree in social studies. She
later received a master's degree in geography from Northwestern University and
a master's in library science from the University at Albany. Mary worked as an
administrative assistant in the Albany Medical College, biochemistry
department from 1975-1999. Mrs. Heiser was an active member of the Daughters
of the American Revolution, Tawasentha Chapter, the Delmar Progress Club and
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, W.
Wayne Heiser; two sons, Paul F. Heiser of Delmar and David W. Heiser of
Albany; a daughter, Sarah E. Pulsifer and her husband Terry of East Greenbush;
a brother, Allen Noble of Akron, Ohio; and two grandchildren, LeeAnn and Kyle
Pulsifer. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, September 8 at 11:30
a.m. at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, Elsmere Ave. and East Poplar Dr.,
Delmar. Calling hours will be from 4-8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 7 at the
Applebee Funeral Home, 403 Kenwood Ave., Delmar with a brief memorial service
conducted by the D.A.R. at 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions
may be made to St. Stephen's Episcopal Church for the building fund.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 9/5/2004 - 9/6/2004.

LaVoy, Kristen E.          
MALTA Kristen E. LaVoy, of Teaberry Place, died September 1, 2004 at the West
Boca Medical Center in Boca Raton, Fla. after a long illness. She was 35. Born
on May 8, 1969 in Albany, N.Y., she was a 1987 graduate of Saratoga Central
Catholic High School and a 1992 graduate of SUNY at Plattsburgh. She had been
employed as a waitress at Cliff's Country Inn on Saratoga Lake for many years.
Survivors include her mother and stepfather, Mary Faith (McCarty) Drake and
James Drake, both of Malta; her father, Robert LaVoy of Guilderland; her twin
sister, Kara LaVoy of Boca Raton; her maternal grandmother, Mrs. Arthur
McCarty of Ballston Spa; her nephew, Sky; several aunts, uncles and cousins. A
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Wednesday, September 8,
2004 in Corpus Christi Church, 2001 Route 9, Ushers by the Rev. Marty Fisher,
pastor. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Amsterdam. Friends may call
from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff
Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (584-5373). Memorials may
be made in her name to the National Kidney Foundation of Northeastern NY,
Inc., 23 Computer Drive East, Albany, NY 12205.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Lightburn, Mary Alice           
NAPLES, Fla. Mary Alice (Grattan) Lightburn, 90, of Naples, died August 19,
2004 at the Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, Brattleboro, Vt., after a brief
illness. Mary Alice, daughter of Thomas F. Grattan and Martha A. Kelly, was
born in Cohoes, N.Y. in 1914. She graduated from Kenwood Academy, Albany and
from St. Joseph's College, Emmitsburg, Md. For two years, she worked as a
reporter for the Evangelist, the newspaper of the Catholic Diocese of Albany,
before moving to New York City where she worked in the press department of
RCA/NBC. During World War II, she served as assistant to Elmer Davis, director
of the Office of War Information. Following the war, she moved to Plainfield,
N.J. with her husband, James B. Lightburn. She was active in many community
groups including the League of Women Voters, the YWCA and the Union County
Democratic Party. She wrote the first Model Cities Grant for Plainfield and
she headed the fund raising drive for the construction of a new public
library. After her husband's retirement, she moved to Naples where she resided
for 25 years. There she played an active role in civic activities including
the Collier County League of Women Voters and the Council of World Affairs.
Until recently, she also had a home in Quechee, Vt. where she was also a
supporter of the public library. She was a fervent Boston Red Sox fan and
often attended Red Sox games in Boston and Fla. She is survived by her three
children, James J. Lightburn of Paris, France, Mary Ingram of Walpole, N.H.
and Thomas G. Lightburn of Vancouver, B.C.; five grandchildren; two
great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Dr. Paul E. Grattan and Dr. William A.
Grattan, both of Waterford, N.Y. A celebration of her life is planned in
Naples in December. Memorial donations in her honor may be made to the Naples
Council on World Affairs, SW Florida United Nations Program, P.O. Box 110249,
Naples, FL 34108.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Lossoe, Jeanette M.             
NORTH GREENBUSH Jeanette M. Konisky Lossoe, of Route 43, died suddenly at her
residence Friday, September 3, 2004. She was born in Rensselaer and was a
resident of North Greenbush for 43 years. Mrs. Lossoe was employed as an
office manager for W.T. Raleigh Co. in Menands for many years. She was a
former member of the rosary altar society of St. Joseph's Church in Rensselaer
and was currently a communicant of St. Michael the Archangel Church in North
Greenbush. Wife of the late Merlin E. Lossoe; daughter of the late Joseph F.
and Mary B. Wojtkowska Konisky; sister of George (Peggy) Konisky of East
Greenbush and the late Walter F. Konisky, Frank J. Konisky and Helen Hans;
aunt of Audrey (Mark) Lacivita, David (Barbara) Hans, Frank Konisky and
Stephen (Amy) Konisky; also survived by several grandnieces and grandnephews.
Funeral from the W. J. Lyons Jr. Funeral Home, 1700 Washington Avenue,
Rensselaer Tuesday morning at 8:30 and 9:30 at St. Michael the Archangel
Church in North Greenbush where the Liturgy of Christian Death and Burial will
be offered. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home
Monday from 6-8 p.m. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery,
Colonie. Condolence page at: www.wjlyonsfuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 9/5/2004 - 9/6/2004.

Maloy, James F.            
LOUDONVILLE James F. Maloy, 82, formerly of 5th Avenue in Watervliet, retired
battalion chief with the Watervliet Fire Department, died Friday evening,
September 3, 2004 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. Born in Albany on January
29, 1922, he was the son of the late Thomas and Mary McNally Maloy. He was
raised and educated in Albany and was a prize-winning roller skater at
Mid-City Roller Rink in Menands. He played Triple A baseball and was a US Army
Air Corps veteran of World War II, serving in China, Burma and India. He was a
graduate of the Delehanty Institute for Fire Science in Manhattan. In July of
1946, Chief Maloy joined the Albany Fire Department and was assigned to Ladder
3. In 1952, he moved to Calif. and worked for Howard Hughes at Hughes Aircraft
as a firefighter. He later was employed by 20th Century Fox Film Corp. in
Hollywood as a studio firefighter, a position that he loved the most. There he
met actors such as John Wayne and Gary Cooper. He returned back to the Capital
District in 1959 and settled in Watervliet where he joined the Watervliet Fire
Department. He was stationed at the former McIntyre Hose Company in Port
Schuyler and, along with Art DiBiase, was the last firefighter to serve there.
He rose to the rank of battalion chief in 1971 and remained with the
department until retiring in 1980. After his retirement, he enjoyed visiting
firehouses in Albany, Cohoes, Troy and Watervliet, reminiscing and telling
stories of his 60 years in the fire service. He was a collector of fire
memorabilia and was well-versed on the history of the Albany Fire Department.
He was a member of the Watervliet Lodge of Elks, California State
Firefighter's Association, Association of Professional Police & Fire Retirees
of Upstate New York and was a member of the Society for the Preservation and
Appreciation of Antique Motor Fire Apparatus in America. He was the husband of
the late Agatha Ford Maloy who died September 12, 1983; beloved father of Mary
C. Maloy of Loudonville. He was predeceased by an infant son, James F. Maloy;
a brother, Thomas Maloy of Albany and two sisters, Katherine Mosca of Menands
and Mary Dessereau of Albany. He loved his beloved animals, Maxie, Heidi,
Honey Bun, Tootsie and Cocco. The family would like to express sincere thanks
to Dr. John Bennett and staff at Albany Memorial Hospital and to Dr. Theresa
Briggs and staff at St. Peter's Hospital for their patience, understanding and
wonderful care. Chief Maloy donated his body to the Anatomical Gift Program at
Albany Medical College. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial
Mass on Saturday, September 25, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Brigid's Church in
Watervliet with the Rev. John F. Tallman, Chaplain of the Albany Fire
Department, officiating. Friends and family are also invited to attend a
reception at 12 noon following the Mass at the Watervliet Lodge of Elks. There
will be no calling hours. Contributions may be made to the North Shore Animal
League, 16 Lewyt Street, P.O. Box 1612, Port Washington, NY 11050-9860 or to
Whiskers of Albany.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Marsh, Yvonne M.           
BALLSTON SPA Yvonne M. Bonnie (Clement) Marsh, age 56, a former Tewksbury,
Mass. resident, died Friday morning, September 3, 2004 at the Saratoga
Hospital, after a brief illness. She was the wife of Ernest F. Marsh Jr., with
whom she had celebrated a 37th wedding anniversary this past February 4. She
was born in Lynn, Mass., June 24, 1948, a daughter of the late Robert and
Elizabeth (Hebert) Clement. She was raised in Lynn and Peabody. After
marriage, she lived in Ohio and later Vt., before moving to Tewksbury in 1973
to raise her family. With her children grown, she moved to Calif. in 1989 and
returned to the Saratoga, N.Y. area in 1994. She will be best remembered for
having devoted her life to her family. Besides her husband, she is survived by
two sons, John E. Marsh of Pelham, N.H., James E. Marsh of Dracut, Mass.; a
daughter and son-in-law, Rachelle L. Shelley and her husband Kevin Davis of
Victorville, Calif.; two brothers, Richard Clement and Robert Clement, both of
N.H.; three grandchildren, Christopher J. Marsh of Dracut, Mass., Nicole C.
Davis and Michael K. Davis, both of Calif.; and many nieces and nephews. Her
funeral service will be held Wednesday, September 8, 2004 at 11:30 a.m. in the
Tewksbury Funeral Home, 975 Main St. (Rte 38), Tewksbury, Mass.; phone (978)
851-2950. Visiting hours Tuesday 4 to 7 in the funeral home. Interment in St.
Mary's Cemetery, No. Tewksbury. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American
Diabetes Assoc., PO Box 31160, Hartford, CT 06150-1160 will be appreciated.
www.tewksburyfuneralhome.com
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Matulis, Gediminas K.           
TAMPA, Fla. Gediminas K. Charlie Matulis, 56, of Tampa, Fla., passed away
September 2, 2004. He is survived by his wife Asta; father, Vacys; mother,
Marija; two brothers, John Sylvester Matulis of Albany, N.Y. and Michael Mecys
J. Matulis of Virginia Beach, Va.; four nephews, Nicholas, Jesse, Brett and
Cy; two nieces, Lacy and Libby. Arrangements, Marsicano-B. Marion Reed Stowers
Funeral Home, Tampa.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

McQuide, George B.         
ALBANY George B. McQuide, 85, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, September
2, 2004 in the Hospice Inn of St. Peter's Hospital in Albany. He was the
beloved and devoted husband of Mary Alice Bonesteel McQuide for 62 years.
George was the son of the late Robert L. and Katherine Jackson McQuide. Born
in Troy, George was a captain of the Troy Fire Department for 34 years before
retiring in 1981. He also worked part-time at the A&P Supermarket in
Wynantskill for 20 years. George had served in the Coast Guard during World
War II. Along with his wife, he was an avid square dancer and enjoyed
traveling in their motor home. He had resided in Largo, Fla. for the past 15
years. He was the loving father of James B. (Jean) McQuide of Delmar. Loving
grandfather of Carolyn McQuide of Burlington, Vt., Jeffrey B. McQuide of
Guilderland and Evan J. McQuide of Miami, Fla. Also survived by several nieces
and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, Robert McQuide and Francis
McQuide. The family wishes to thank the dedicated and loving care provided by
the staff of the Hospice Inn. The funeral will be held on Tuesday at 9 a.m.
from the Wm. Leahy Funeral Home, 336 Third Street, Troy and at 9:30 a.m. at
St. Patrick's Church in Troy. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the
funeral home on Monday from 4-8 p.m. Interment, Memory's Garden Cemetery.
Contributions in George's memory may be made to the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's
Hospital, 315 South Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208. For directions and guest
book, please visit: www.leahy-bocketti.com
Published in the Albany Times Union from 9/4/2004 - 9/5/2004.

Murdock, Victor C.         
SCOTIA Victor C. Murdock, 79, of Cambridge Manor Drive, peacefully went home
to be with the Lord on September 3, 2004 at Baptist Health and Rehabilitation
Center in Scotia. Victor was a lifelong area resident, born on May 2, 1925,
the son of the late Willis C. and Clara Hagadorn Murdock. A 1943 graduate of
Nott Terrace High School, he was a World War II Navy veteran and served in the
Pacific Campaign during the war aboard the aircraft carrier, USS Bon Homme
Richard. He received a bachelor's degree from the University of Vermont and
was the sports editor at his alma mater. He ran track while in college at UVM.
Victor was athletic all his life, enjoying bowling and golf, and served as
president of Pop Warner football. He also attended Albany Law School. He
married the former Grace M. Wood on June 9, 1956. After completing his
education, Victor joined his father's abstract title business, Murdock
Abstract Corporation. He soon became its president and retired in 1995 after
enjoying more than 40 years in a long and successful career in business. He
was active in his community and was a member of the Mayfair-Burnt Hills
Kiwanis. Victor enjoyed life and had a love for people. His bright smile,
sense of humor and laughter will be long remembered by all who knew him. He
gave to others without needing to be recognized and his lightheartedness will
be remembered with a special fondness. Victor enjoyed being outdoors and spent
many summers at the beloved Murdock Family Camp Bonnie Blink at Gull Bay, Lake
George, N.Y. Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Grace Murdock; son,
Matthew W. Murdock and his wife June of Scotia; daughters, Susan J. Hyland and
her husband James of Dover, N.H. and Joan E. Vandette and her husband Philip
of Gorham, Maine; nine grandchildren, Daniel and David Hyland, Kyle and
Rebecca Vandette, Allison, Kevin, Megan, Jocelyn and Lauren Murdock; brother,
Willis C. Murdock and his wife Betty of Clifton Park and the late Lucille M.
Brown. Funeral services will be on Tuesday, September 7, 2004 at 10 a.m. at
East Glenville Community Church, Saratoga Rd., East Glenville. Relatives and
friends are invited to attend and may call at the Glenville Funeral Home, 9
Glenridge Rd. Monday from 5-8 p.m. Interment with military honors will be in
the Gerald B.H. Solomon National Cemetery, Schuylerville, N.Y. Memorial
contributions may be made to Baptist Health and Rehabilitation Center, 297 N.
Ballston Avenue, Scotia, NY 12302 or to Community Hospice of Schenectady, 1411
Union St., Schenectady, NY 12308.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Pearson, Meg Taylor             
COBLESKILL Meg Taylor Pearson, 59, of Elm Street, passed away on Friday,
August 20, 2004, after a brave battle against Alzheimer's disease. Meg was
born and raised in Albany, N.Y. and was a graduate of the Albany Academy of
Girls. She then graduated from Nasson College and went on to receive a
master's of education from Springfield College. Meg dedicated her life to
enriching the lives of young people. She was a faculty member at SUNY
Cobleskill for 27 years, holding positions in the counseling center and as the
director of placement, transfer and articulation agreements. Meg is survived
by her husband and daughter, Ron Pearson and Jessica Pearson, both of
Cobleskill; a daughter and son-in-law, Erica and Kevin Thornton of Greensboro,
N.C.; her mother, Margaret Neal Taylor of Cobleskill; her father, Robert B.
Taylor of Bradenton, Fla.; three brothers and their wives, Mr. and Mrs. Robert
B. Taylor Jr. of Boynton Beach, Fla., Mr. and Mrs. Ted Taylor of Steamboat
Springs, Colo. and Mr. and Mrs. Neal Taylor of Jacksonville, Fla.; a
brother-in-law and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pearson of Pensacola, Fla;
and seven nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 11 at St. Vincent de Paul Church, 138 Washington Ave.,
Cobleskill with Vena Ray officiating. There will be no calling hours. Memorial
contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association Northeastern NY
Chapter, 85 Watervliet Ave., Albany, N.Y. 12206 or the Meg Pearson Scholarship
Fund. Checks may be made out to the SUNY Cobleskill Foundation, Knapp Hall,
Room 200, Cobleskill, N.Y. 12043. Arrangements are under the direction of the
Mereness-Putnam Funeral Home, 171 Elm St., Cobleskill and Palmer & Shaylor,
Inc. Funeral Home, 134 River St., Middleburgh.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Polito, Vincent J.         
ALBANY Vincent James Polito, age 79, entered into eternal life Friday,
September 3, 2004. Born in Sederno, Italy, he lived in Albany most of his
life. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He had been employed by
McFarland Construction Co. as a foreman for many years. A carpenter, he
belonged to Carpenter's Local No. 370 and he was a communicant of the Church
of St. Teresa of Avila. Son of the late Joseph and Pauline Alvaro Polito.
Beloved husband of 55 years of Rose Commisso Polito; loving father of Joseph
J. Polito and Joanne Barry and her husband George, all of Ft. Lauderdale,
Fla., and Marie Martin and her husband Donald of Glenville; brother of Joseph
T. Polito of Albany, Anthony J. Polito and his wife JoAnn of Fla. and Nancy
Melucci and her husband Tony of Colonie; cherished grandfather of Kara and
Kris Martin, Joey and Marcus Polito and Dominick Barry. Also survived by
several nieces, nephews. Funeral services will be held in the Lasak &
Gigliotti Funeral Home, 8 Dudley Heights, Albany (opposite the Philip
Livingston School on Northern Blvd.) Tuesday morning at 8:15 and 9 o'clock at
the Church of St. Teresa of Avila. Relatives and friends are respectfully
invited to attend and may also call at the funeral home Monday 5 to 8 p.m.
Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. Those desiring may
send a remembrance in Vincent's name to the American Lung Association, 3
Winners Circle, Albany, NY 12205.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 9/4/2004 - 9/6/2004.

Prior, Ruth E.             
HUDSON Ruth E. Prior, 94, formerly of Nassau, died Saturday, September 4, 2004
at Columbia Memorial Hospital in Hudson after a brief illness. Mrs. Prior was
born in Nassau, the daughter of the late Peter and Katherine Michael. She
lived in Nassau until moving to Barnwell Health Facilities in Valatie five
years ago. Ruth was a graduate of the Troy Music Conservatory. She taught
piano in Nassau for many years. She was a member of the North Nassau Community
Church. Mrs. Prior was predeceased by her husband, Frank E. Prior. Survivors
include a stepdaughter, Ann Flemming of Clinton Corners, N.Y.; two stepsons,
Edmon R. Prior of Lysander, N.Y. and George A. Prior of Pottstown, Pa.; seven
step-grandchildren, 11 great-step-grandchildren and several cousins. Funeral
from the Thomas P. Mooney Funeral Home, 11 Elm St., Nassau Wednesday morning
at 11:00. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home
Tuesday evening from 6:00 to 8:00. Interment, Nassau Cemetery. Contributions
to the Nassau Grace United Methodist Church, Nassau, NY 12123 or the Community
Hospice of Columbia/Greene, 47 Liberty St., Catskill, NY 12414 in Mrs. Prior's
memory would be appreciated.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 9/5/2004 - 9/7/2004.

Rogers, Robert A.          
RAVENA Robert A. Rogers, died Monday, August 30, 2004 at Albany Medical Center
after a courageous battle with heart disease and kidney failure. He is
survived by his wife Mary whom he married March 21, 1986; sons, Samuel Patrick
Rogers of Ravena and Matthew Cahn of Albany. He is also survived by a sister,
Ann Rogers and nephew, Alan Rogers, both of Albany. Bob was born to Edwin and
Helen Whitbeck Rogers in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. He attended Saratoga schools
before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force. He served overseas as an aerial
photographer during the Korean War and stateside as a ground safety
specialist. After the service, Bob attended the former Albany State Teachers
College while working as an Albany city firefighter. After graduation, he
worked in advertising and sales for many years until finding his life's work,
career counseling. Bob worked in this capacity for both the city and county of
Albany before founding Sage Associates and later Resumes Plus, both in Albany.
He was a pioneer in the job club movement, starting many groups throughout the
Capital District. He was the author of two books on job search, Secrets of the
Hidden Job Market and The New Mosaic: Job Clubs. He helped many people and was
especially proud of his work with people living at the margins. He was a
passionate advocate for the least, the last and the lost. Bob became a father
late in life and was accompanied everywhere by his pride and joy, Samuel
Patrick. He was an active member of the United Methodist Church, where he
worked in economic and social justice ministries. He was a representative to
the Capital Area Council of Churches and was active in interfaith activities
for many years. He was an avid Boston Red Sox fan and loved old movies, Frank
Sinatra and cherry pie. Bob's family is grateful for the skilled and
compassionate care he received from many community providers these last years
and from the staff at Albany Medical Center during his final illness. A
memorial service is being planned for a later date, to take place at First
United Methodist Church, Delmar. Contributions in memory of Bob may be made to
Habitat For Humanity, Inc., 696 Delaware Ave., Albany, NY 12209 or the First
United Methodist Church, 428 Kenwood Ave., Delmar, NY 12054.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 9/1/2004 - 9/5/2004.

Slivka, Mary A.            
SCHENECTADY Mary A. Slivka, 87, entered into eternal peace on Friday,
September 3, 2004 at the Avenue Nursing and Rehabilitation Center following a
long illness. Born in Bayonne, N.J. on August 13, 1917, daughter to Anthony
and Alexandria Parrish Lipinski. Mary at one time owned her own catering
service in N.J. She later worked for Maiden Form (woman's apparel) for 19
years as a member of International Ladies Garment Women's Union. She was
married to Stephen Slivka until his death in 2002. Mary was of the Catholic
Faith. Most importantly, Mary was a homemaker who enjoyed being there for her
family. She is survived by her daughter, Carolyn S. Mullineaux and her
grandson, Stephen Mullineaux, both of Charlton; her brother, Stanley Lipinski
of St. Augustine, Fla. and her sister, Josephine Cheowsky. Services will be
held privately at the family's convenience. There will be no calling hours.
Memorial contributions may be made to one's favorite charity.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.

Spector, Dr. Norman             
TROY Dr. Norman Spector, 86, passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2004 at
Samaritan Hospital after a lengthy illness. He was born November 18, 1917 in
St. Louis, Mo. to the late Nathen and Dora Spector. He was predeceased by his
loving wife of 48 years, Sarah Herskovitz Spector and his brother, Abraham
Spector. He is survived by his sister-in-law, Helen Spector of Silver Springs,
Md. and in-laws, Bernard and Sarah Ehrenreich of Pembroke Pines, Fla. He is
also survived by his daughter, Marsha Linares of Miami, Fla. and son, David
Spector of Pacifica, Calif. and also by six grandchildren, Susana, Angelica,
Florinda, Antenor Jr., Leila and Haleema. He also left four
great-grandchildren, Jasmine, Daniel, Vanessa, Hector plus many loving nieces
and nephews. He attended the University of Louisville and received his Doctor
of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) from the University of Pittsburgh Dental School. In
the eventful month of June 1941, he graduated college, married and enlisted in
the U.S. Army. Following World War II, he was discharged with the rank of
captain. He practiced dentistry for 52 years in Troy, N.Y., from 1946 until
his doctor-mandated retirement at the age of 80 in 1998. Upon entering
practice, he found himself in the position of slowly breaking down local
racial and religious prejudice based upon his belief in the inherent dignity
of every human being. He was the past commander of the Jewish War Veterans
Post 15, past president of Temple Beth El, member of the Apollo-King Solomon's
Lodge of the Masons, member of the Third District Dental Society, A.D.A.,
board member of the Beth Tephilah Synagogue and volunteer staff dentist at the
Daughters of Sarah Nursing Home in Troy. Many of his patients became his
friends and their love and support, along with his neighbors, sustained him in
later years. He enjoyed being the shuttle driver for temple's minyan for many
years. The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff from the 2nd, 5th and
6th floors of Samaritan Hospital, along with the Community Hospice of
Rensselaer County at Samaritan for their professionalism, caring and generous
assistance. Services at the Beth Tephilah Synagogue, 82 River Street, Troy,
N.Y. on Monday, September 6, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow services
in the Beth Tephilah Cemetery on Belle Avenue in Troy. The period of mourning
will be observed at the Spector residence, 32 Bolivar Avenue in Troy (off of
Tibbits or Orchard Avenues) following the service of interment until 7:00 p.m.
on Monday, September 6, 2004. Memorial contributions may be made in his name
to the Daughters of Sarah Jewish Foundation, 180 Washington Avenue Extension,
Albany, NY 12203 or the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Road,
Albany, NY 12205.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 9/5/2004 - 9/6/2004.

Stenglein, Ruth M.         
COLONIE Ruth M. Stenglein, 85, of Colonie, passed away on Thursday, September
2, 2004 at Ellis Hospital after a long illness. She was born in Albany and was
the daughter of the late Adelbert and Margaret Godwin Miller. Ruth enjoyed
cooking and basked in the joy of raising her family. She is the devoted wife
of 51 years to Conrad G. Stenglein. She is the beloved mother of Ronald E.
Perry (Kathleen), Ernest J. Perry (Margaret), Conrad W. Stenglein (Nancy),
Deborah M. West (David), Gary Stenglein and Casey D. Stenglein (Theresa). She
is the cherished grandmother of Cathy DeLuke, Colleen Stern, E. Shane Perry,
Shannon Bacon, Kristie Marano, Matthew and Joshua Stenglein, Heather, Jennifer
and Ashley West, Danielle and Charles Page and the late Thomas Perry.
Great-grandmother of Kayla, Tyler, Steven and Emanuel. Funeral services will
be Tuesday morning at 10:15 at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New
Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave.) then to St. Clare's Church
at 11:00 where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours
will be Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in
Memory's Garden. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of
Albany, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, N.Y. 12205 in memory of Ruth M. Stenglein.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 9/5/2004 - 9/6/2004.

Valentine, Carol           
NISKAYUNA Carol Valentine, 63, of Valencia Road, Niskayuna, died Saturday,
August 28, 2004, after a two and one-half year courageous battle with acute
leukemia. She was born September 14, 1940 in Brooklyn, N.Y., the daughter of
the late William and Vivian MacTiernan, last of Phoenix Avenue, Schenectady.
Carol previously resided on the upper west side in New York City. Mrs.
Valentine attended Prospect Heights High School, Brooklyn, N.Y. She received a
B.A. from Duke University and a M.A. from Columbia University. Carol was a
teacher with the U.S. Peace Corps, Roslyn Public Schools, Schenectady County
Planned Parenthood and NYS Department of Health. She was a health
administrator-director of WIC for the NYS Department of Health. Carol was a
current member and past president of the First Unitarian Society of
Schenectady. She was also a past member of the First Unitarian Society of
Albany and of the All Souls Unitarian Congregation in New York City. Carol
spent much of her life in service to others, both in her employment and to her
family. She will be remembered by her family and friends as a creative force;
for art she produced, for the places she designed and for the people she
helped shape and nurture. To all of her pursuits, she brought the light of her
laugh and the light of her wisdom and insight, making the lives of so many
people, particularly women and children, better and stronger. She is survived
by her husband Carl, whom she married April 1, 1961 in Hamburg, N.Y.; her four
children, Laurae, Cate, Kristen and Glen; six grandchildren, Lance, Collin,
Jeremy, Will, Sofia and Cooper; her brother, William MacTiernan and her
sister, Janis Hoffman. Service will be held Sunday, September 12, 2004 at 3:00
p.m. at the First Unitarian Society of Schenectady, 1221 Wendell Ave.
Contributions may be made to Planned Parenthood (Hudson-Mohawk), Schenectady
Patient Assistance Fund (PAF) in memory of Carol Valentine, 414 Union Street,
Schenectady, NY 12305.
Published in the Albany Times Union from 9/1/2004 - 9/6/2004.

Weber, Mary R.             
DELMAR Mary Rose Weber, 94, of Delmar died peacefully on Tuesday, August 31,
2004 at the Good Samaritan Lutheran Health Care Center. Mrs. Weber was born in
Bratislava, Czechoslovakia on October 14, 1909, the daughter of the late Josef
and Frances Pechal Beno. A Delmar resident for 60 years, she worked in the
Bethlehem Central High School cafeteria for 12 years before retiring in 1976.
She had been a member of the Onesquethaw Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star
and the First United Methodist Church of Delmar. She loved animals, was an
avid gardener and enjoyed sewing, learning, drawing and America. Mrs. Weber
was predeceased by her husband, Harry Weber and a grandson, Douglas Salomon.
She is survived by two daughters, June (Eugene) Walters of Rochester and
Dorothy (Edward) Young of DeFreestville; a sister, Frances Lambos of Tupper
Lake; a brother, Jan (Jarmila) Beno of the Czech Republic; five
granddaughters, Debbie (Clay) Bohnke of East Rochester, Catherine (Don) Sweet
of Victor, N.Y, Karen Young of Windsor Locks, Conn, Kathleen (David) Partridge
of Brookline, N.H. and Kristin Christman of Clifton Park. She is also survived
by a cousin, Rose Hartley of Latham, Sharon (Ric) Dunigan of Campton, N.H.; 13
great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank
the kind and considerate staff at the Good Samaritan Lutheran Health Care
Center and Assisted Living where Mary lived for the past several years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her memorial service on Sunday,
October 3, 2004 at 2 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 428 Kenwood
Avenue, Delmar. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to either the
Good Samaritan Lutheran H.C.C., 125 Rockefeller Rd., Delmar, NY 12054 or the
Mohawk & Hudson River Humane Society, Oakland Ave., Menands, NY 12204.
Published in the Albany Times Union on 9/5/2004.