Sep 5, 2023

Josephine Fratianni Greco, 96, of Delray Beach, FL, formerly of Amsterdam, NY, passed away peacefully at her home on September 5, 2023. Josephine was employed by Fownes Brothers in Amsterdam for forty years and was a devout parishioner, communicant and supporter of St. Mary’s Church in Amsterdam. She was predeceased by her husband of 70 years Carmel (B &...

Sep 3, 2023

John H. Hand, 84, of Amsterdam, NY; passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023 at Mountain Valley Hospice after a long illness.

Born in Litchfield, NY on January 30, 1939, he was the son of the late Harold and Bernice Hull Hand.

John received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Ithaca College,...

Aug 25, 2023

Larry R. “Neb” Banta, 68, of Amsterdam, NY; passed away Friday, August 25, 2023 unexpectedly.

Born in Amsterdam, NY on June 26, 1955, he was the son of the late Catherine Banta.

Larry was a member of The Schenectady Umpires Association, Bigelow Weavers Club, PAV and several Amsterdam and Gloversville Bowling...

Aug 23, 2023

Michael A. Agresta Sr. (Gag) 71, passed away at home on Wednesday morning, August 23, 2023. Mike was born in Amsterdam on September 11, 1951. He is the son of the late Michael and Mary Anne Goldy Agresta. He graduated from Wilbur H. Lynch Senior High School class of ‘69 and soon after began his career as a letter...

Aug 12, 2023

Jani Montalvo, 86, passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Amsterdam.

Jani was born September 13, 1936 in Sabana Grande, Puerto Rico.

She was a seamstress and worked for Rose Snell Glove Shop, Amsterdam.

Jani is survived by her sons, Arquelio Gonzalez of...

Aug 7, 2023

Michael G. “Smitty” Smith, 67, of the Town of Broadalbin, NY passed away peacefully at home on the morning of August 7, 2023.

Born in Amsterdam, NY on July 14, 1956, he was the son of the late S. Francis and Caroline Rohling Smith.

Smitty received his education in the Amsterdam...

Jul 13, 2023

Claire Ann. Rosler, 75, of Amsterdam, NY; passed away Thursday, July 13, 2023 at Mountain Valley Hospice in Gloversville, NY.

She was born July 7, 1948 in Honesdale, PA to Claire G. (Hutson) and Russell Tarkett.

Claire received her education in the Honesdale, PA school system and also attended Penn State...

Jun 6, 2023

PETER JOSEPH BRUSOE

A lifelong resident of the Town of Florida died Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Albany Medical Center after a fall that caused a traumatic brain injury.

Peter was born May 21, 1952 to the late Kennard and Stella Brusoe.

He attended St. Joseph’s School...

Jun 1, 2023

Joan F. Bryant, 92, devoted wife and mother and devout catholic, passed away June 1, 2023 at Mountain Valley Hospice in Gloversville, NY.

Born in Fort Johnson, NY on February 27, 1931, she was the daughter of the late George and Florence (Wierzchowski).Jacobs.

Joan received her education in the Amsterdam school...

May 30, 2023

Elizabeth M. Wallace, 94 of Amsterdam, NY; passed away May 30, 2023 at River Ridge Living Center. All services are private and at the convenience of the family.

May 25, 2023

Lucio Picinic, 82 of Stella Lane, Amsterdam, NY; passed away May 25, 2023 at Albany Medical Center.

Born in Susak, Croatia on July 16, 1940, he was the son of the late Luka and Anna Baricevic Picinic.

Lucio was self-employed, specializing in custom millwork and cabinetry.

Lucio was predeceased by his first wife, Janice DiCaterino. He is survived by his current wife, Sandra...

May 24, 2023

George L. Whelly, 95 of Florida Avenue, Amsterdam, passed away at home on Wednesday May 24, 2023.

Born in Amsterdam on August 8, 1927, he was the son of the late Bernard and Mae Stager Whelly.

George received his education at St. Joseph’s Elementary School and graduated from St. Mary’s Institute in Amsterdam.

George retired as a draftsman for Beech-Nut Life Saver Corporation...

May 24, 2023

Kathryn Ann Newell, 67, of Ocala, Florida passed away on May 24, 2023 after a valiant 6 year battle with cancer.

Kathy was born on July 9, 1955 in Amsterdam, NY to Richard A. and Edith Hartnoll Tarmey. She was a 1973 graduate of Perth Central School. Following graduation she was employed by St. Mary’s Hospital in Amsterdam, NY from 1974...

May 22, 2023

Carmela M. “Millie” Healey, 91, of Southport, NC; passed away May 22, 2023 at Hospice House of Brunswick, Bolivia, NC.

Born in Amsterdam, NY; she was the daughter of Anthony and Constance Cassell Nardick.

Millie received her education and graduated from Fonda High School in 1949 and Amsterdam Business School in 1950.

Millie was the Executive Assistant to the Superintendent of Fonda-Fultonville School...

May 4, 2023

Arlene F. Cilento-Purtell, 71, of Hagaman, NY; passed away Thursday morning, May 4, 2023 at home after a brief illness.

Born in Jersey City, NJ; she was the daughter of the late John and Anne Romeo Cilento.

Arlene received her education in the Jersey City school system and was a graduate of Dickinson High School.

Arlene was employed as Chief Financial Officer at...

May 2, 2023

Velma M. Jordan, 83, of Division Street, Amsterdam, NY; passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at Albany Medical Center.

Born in Limestone, Maine on November 2, 1939, she was the daughter of the late George and Arlene Durant Levesque.

Velma attended school in limestone, Maine and was a homemaker. Velma enjoyed Bingo, playing cards and going to the casinos.

On June 17, 1961,...

Apr 20, 2023

Michael P. Bielecki, 73, of DeWitt Street, Amsterdam, NY; died Thursday, April 20, 2023 at River Ridge Living Center in Amsterdam.

Born in Amsterdam on November 5, 1949, he was the son of the late Peter S. and Helen A Bluvas Bielecki.

Mike received his education in the Amsterdam school system and was a graduate of Wilbur H. Lynch Senior High School.

Mike...

Apr 18, 2023

Richard Thomas Tessitore (aka Rich or Mooney) of Schenectady NY and formerly Amsterdam NY passed away peacefully with his son near his side on April 18, 2023 after recently being diagnosed with lung cancer. He asked us to express his thankfulness to the hospice team who cared for him in his final days.

Born in Amsterdam on January 13, 1957, he...

Apr 14, 2023

Charlotte C. Sargalis, 102, formerly of Amsterdam and Northville, NY; died April 14, 2023 at Baptist Health Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Scotia, NY.

Born in Franklin County ,NY; she was the daughter of Alexander and Alice Royal Cosey.

Charlotte was a Registered Nurse and retired from St. Mary’s Hospital in Amsterdam.

She was a former parishioner and communicant of St. Casimir’s Church...

Mar 28, 2023

Jennifer L. Barker, 76 of Amsterdam, NY; passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at home.

Born in Revere, MA. on June 13, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Gail Taylor Lampros Sr.

Jennifer graduated from Revere, MA. School District and was last employed and retired as a manager from McDonald’s in Amsterdam.

Jenifer is survived by two sons, Todd...