Obituaries

Axtmann, A. Joyce Castleton-A. Joyce Axtmann, 81, died Thursday May 21, 2015 in the Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital. Born in Cooperstown, NY on September 19, 1933, daughter of Anthony and Alice (Hotaling) Finkle, she spent most of her time in Castleton, graduating from Castleton Union School in 1951. She worked as a secretary and administrative assistant for a...

Jaros, Jane Saratoga Springs-On Christmas morning, Jane Jaros departed in the stillness of a new day peacefully, on her terms, with the grace and dignity that characterized her entire life. Jane was born, November 4, 1916 in Schenectady, NY. In 1938 she married her only love, Henry Jaros, and together raised their family in Castleton-on-Hudson, NY until Henry’s death in...

Lebrecht, Clarence (Chippy) Valatie-Clarence Lebrecht, 95, of Valatie died Thursday January 16, 2014 in the Whittier Nursing Center. Born in Schodack on September 12, 1918, he was the son of the late John and Catherine Lebrecht and was also predeceased by siblings, Henry Lebrecht, Raymond Lebrecht, Helen Pulver, Dorothy Zeigler, Edna Dorn and Catherine Michaels. His loving companion of 30...

Cristman, Sharon J. Ravena-Sharon J. Cristman, also known as “Aunt Beanie,” died at Albany Medical Center on Sunday November 17, 2013. Sharon was the daughter of the late Albert and Alice (Hart) Sweet and was also predeceased by her brothers Albert (Junie) Sweet and Michael Sweet. She is survived by sons, Paul Lovely and John Emery; daughter, Cynthia Ann Macy;...

Finkle, Lena Castleton-Lena Finkle, 93, of Castleton died Monday February 22, 2016 in the Riverside Center for Rehab and Nursing. Born in Schodack Landing, she was the daughhter of Dominick and Maria Longo. Lena graduated from Castleton Union High School. She was employed in several positions at Fort Orange Paper Company in Castleton, National Exchange Bank , and retired after...

Philp, Gloria Schodack Landing-Gloria Mull Philp, 93, formerly of Schodack Landing died Monday March 21, 2016 at Hospice Inn, St. Peter’s Hospital. Born in South Schodack on September 23, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Emeline (Curtis) and Charles Mull. She was also pedeceased by her brothers Charles and Raymond and sisters Florence Ziegler and Gladys Schermerhorn. The...

Behm, Peter S. Castleton, NY A beloved husband, father, brother and friend, Peter Behm passed away quietly in the early morning hours of July 18, 2013. Although his time with us was cut far too short by his battle with cholangiocarcinoma, a rare form of cancer, the sheer quantity of lives he impacted with his unwavering and principled personal and...

McCormick, Georgia A. Schodack Landing-Georgia Anne McCormick, 75, died suddenly at her residence on Friday December 20, 2013. The wife of 55 years of William F. McCormick who survives her, she is the mother of Lauren, Robert, Jack and Douglas. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren. Her memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm Saturday December 28, 2013...

Beaulieu, Lawrence E. Castleton-Lawrence E. Beaulieu, 72, of Castleton died Tuesday March 29, 2016 in Troy. Larry was the son of the late Leida (Crounse)and Ralph Beaulieu and was also predeceased by a brother, Ralph Beaulieu, Jr. and a sister, Joan Beaulieu. He was a graduate of Maple Hill High School, class of 1961. After graduation,, he served in the...

Rogers, Blanche (Beerle) 93 years old – went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 6, 2016 . Born in Albany on January 15, 1923 she was the daughter of the late Charles and Esther Beerle. She was predeceased by her husband Lewis F. Rogers in 2004; brothers George, Charles and James; and her sister Esther. She is...

Crowe, William A., Sr. Castleton-William A. Crowe, Sr., 77, died peacefully in his sleep on Friday October 31, 2014 at his residence. Mr. Crowe was a US Air Force veteran and the husband of 49 years of Joan Morgan Crowe; father of William, Jr., Michael, Ronald, David, Jennie and Kenneth; also survived by several grandchildren and great grandchildren; friend of...

ObituaryGleeson, Sue (Doris) M. Castleton, Sue Gleeson (Dominy), 75, passed at home Tuesday, July 16, 2019, after a brief illness. Predeceased by her parents Raymond and Nathly Dominy. Sue is survived by her husband John and daughters Shelly Gleeson, Susan (Steve) Ward, Pamela (John) Gleeson, beloved grandchildren Christa, Jonathan (Brittany), Gabrielle, Timothy Jr., John and Dylan as well as several...

Blackman, Franziska Castleton-Franziska Blackman, 80, died Thursday December 18, 2014 at Riverside Center for Rehab and Nursing, Castleton. She was the daughter of the late George and Anna Blackman. There will be no funeral service. Cremation took place at Albany Rural Crematory. Ray Funeral Service, Inc. 59 Seaman Ave. Castleton, NY 12033 (518)732-7663Service Information

Haberkern, Irving Valatie, NY-Irving Haberkern passed away peacefully on May 13, 2016 surrounded by family. Loving Husband of Charleen Haberkern, Father to Sandra (Haberkern) Villeneuve & David Villeneuve, Kathryn (Haberkern) Morris and Tina (Haberkern) Webb & Mark Webb. Grandfather to Christopher & Nicholas Villeneuve, Mackenzie, Mark and Faith Webb, and Billy, Anthony and Andrea Morris. At the request of family,...

Earle, Mildred Castleton-Mildred “Millie” Earle of Castleton passed away peacefully, surrounded by her beloved daughters Donna and Joanne and her dear friend Helen Lachowicz on Friday August 30, 2013 at Riverside Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Jacob and Jennie Oliver and was predeceased by her sister, Jeanette Radliff and a...

Radley, William D.,Sr. Old Chatham-William “Don” Radley, Sr., 73, died suddenly Saturday March 12, 2016 at Albany Medical Center Hospital. He is survived by his wife Sybel Radley; sons, William Donald Radley, Jr., John Edward Radley; daughter, Jennifer Levinia Shackleton; grandchildren, Michael, Dominic, Jakob; brother, Ron Radley; and sister, Elizabeth Gile. There will be no funeral services. Ray Funeral Service,...

Thomson, Mark H. Schodack Landing-Mark H. Thomson, 62, of Schodack Landing died unexpectedly on Saturday February 27, 2016 at the Terrace at Eddy Memorial. He is the son of Tom and the late Sally Thomson, brother of Debby Thomson Marsh, and her husband Curt, and special nephew of Cecily Wood. His memorial service will be 2 pm Sunday June 12,...

Mahar, James J. James J. Mahar passed away on August 2, 2015 surrounded by his loving family after losing his battle with cancer. James was the proud owner of Mahar's Public Bar in Albany NY for 24 years. He introduced the Capital Region to the world of beer and made a lasting impression on all those he met and shared...

Rotolo, Vincenzo Scotia-Vincenzo Rotolo, 86, passed peacefully after a short illness on Thursday November 13, 2014 at Baptist Health, Scotia. He was predeceased by his first wife Genevieve (Allocco) Rotolo in 1984, a son David Rotolo in 2013, and three sisters. He is survived by his current wife Emily “Marie” Rotolo; two sons, James (Maria) Rotolo and Michael (Anna Marie)...

Frechette, Christina Lee East Greenbush-Christina Lee Frechette formerly of Castleton, 38 passed away in her home , surrounded by loved ones. after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Albany NY on September 24, 1975, daughter of Jill (Heeder) and Stepfather Mark Conway . She graduated from Maple Hill High School in 1993. She enjoyed working at Automated...