All Obituaries

Schenectady – Deborah Kellam Keenan, 70, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, March 10, 2025. She was born in 1954 to the late Newton J. and Georgeina (Wilson) Kellam in Schenecetady. Deborah worked for many years as a dental assistant at the office of Dr. Wilson & Buchakjian in Schenectady. She enjoyed traveling and camping but most of all spending time with her family. Deborah is survived by her children Meghan (Michael) Bigos, Paul Rizzo, grandchildren ...

Schenectady - Eleanor Elva (Brumaghim) Wright died on Monday, February 10, 2025 at Kingsway Arms nursing home. Born in Delmar, NY, on December 26, 1926, she was the daughter of Stuart L. Brumaghim and Norma (Steenburgh) Brumaghim. She attended the former Cobleskill Central School and upon completing her education, she was employed by Selkirk Hardware and Appliance store in Cobleskill as a secretary and bookkeeper for the firm.  At a later time in life she was employed as a bookkeeper ...

SCHENECTADY – Laura D’Ammasso passed away at Ellis Hospital on February 9, 2025 with her loving son by her side.  Laura was the daughter of the late Josephine and Fred Alteri.  After attending Schenectady schools, Laura worked for over 30 years at Ellis Hospital.  She took great joy in spending time with family and friends, enjoyed holiday gatherings, dining out, and trying her luck at the casinos. Laura was known for her kind spirit.  She was especially ...

Schenectady – Frances E. Searles, 96, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center. Born October 13, 1928, Frances was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Anna Nye of Schenectady, her husband of 63 years, Norman C. Searles, a son Peter Norman Searles and a grandson, Conar Norman McCown.  Her golden retriever, Barney, was so beloved, he deserves special mention, too. Frances is survived by a brother, Richard F. Nye (Marie) of Delaware as well as ...

Niskayuna – Theresa Francis Ziegler passed away peacefully at the age of 90 at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center on February 1, 2025 after a wonderfully full life.  A long-time resident of Niskayuna, Theresa was born in Scotia, New York on December 3, 1934 to the late Luigi Isabella and Francesca Pirolo Isabella.  Raised in Scotia, New York, she was a graduate of Scotia High School and completed a degree in business education from Albany Business College. Her career began at her ...

MALTA – Eleanor R. Mach, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025 at her home in Malta, NY. Eleanor was born on September 5th, 1946 in Schenectady, NY to Joseph A. Gautie and Rosemond (Frederick) Gautie, she was the oldest of six children. Eleanor was a graduate of Linton High School in Schenectady Class of 1964 and earned her associates degree from Fulton Montgomery Community College in 1967. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 52 years ...

Michael Earl Chandler, 63, passed away at his home on January 5th, 2025. Mike was born into a boisterous, loving, large family on September 17th1961 in Schenectady, New York. Being born the sixth of seven children, Mikey was adored by his older siblings and acquired many nicknames like “Cushy-boo” or “Mr. Moto”. From an early age it was clear that his beautiful blue eyes could get him both into and out of any trouble. His father, Earl, managed the household with firm ...

Niskayuna - William Augustus Howe III, age 59, died at his home on December 29, 2024, after a long illness. Born on February 7, 1965 in Schenectady, New York, he was the son of William Gerow Howe and Irene Williams Howe. Bill attended public school in Niskayuna, NY and was a National Merit Scholar, and went on to Bucknell University, where he received his degree in civil engineering. Initially employed by CT Male in Massachusetts, Bill went on to serve the New York State Department of ...

New York City - Laura A. Weatherhead, 69, of New York City, NY, passed away unexpectedly at home on December 20, 2024. She was born in Denver, Colorado to Mary and Charles Weatherhead on February 12, 1955. Laura was raised in Schenectady, NY and graduated from Linton High School in 1973. She received a bachelor’s degree from Northeastern University in Boston, Mass., and went on to Babson College in Wellesley, MA for her MBA with a specialization in business finance. Throughout her ...

Niskayuna - Mary W. Hannahs, 93, formerly of Niskayuna, passed away peacefully on December 20 surrounded by her family. The wife of the late Walter G. Hannahs, she was born in Johnstown, NY in 1931 to the late Harry and Julia (Krikelas) Wilson. After graduating from Johnstown High School and Burdett College (Boston), she began her career at the New Haven Railroad in Boston and subsequently General Electric Company in Schenectady. After marrying Walter in 1956, she moved to Rochester, where ...