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The Express Newspaper – July 28, 2016
Amie Marie Russell Walsh – 44
STILLWATER – Amie Marie Russell Walsh, 44, of Meehan Road, passed away with peace and grace July 22nd at Saratoga Hospital, with her loving family by her side.
A celebration of her life will be held on Sunday August 14th starting at 2Pm til ? at the American Legion Post 91, 427 So. Main St., Mechanicville. In lieu of flowers, donations are being accepted for local cancer charities c/o DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville, 12118.
To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com
Chester L. “Chet” Ciepiela – 81
MECHANICVILLE – Chester L. “Chet” Ciepiela, 81, of Johnson Rd., died peacefully at his residence July 21, 2012 after a brief illness. Born on August 6, 1934 in Halfmoon, NY, he was the son of the late Ludwig and Sophie Skalak Ciepiela.
Calling Hours will be Wednesday July 27th from 9-11AM at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2001 Route 9, Round Lake, NY 12151. At 11AM, a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated with burial to follow at St. Paul’s Cemetery, Mechanicville.
Those wishing to remember Chet in a special way may make a memorial contribution to the National Wildlife Federation, PO BOX 1583, Merrifield, VA 22116-1583 in his memory.
Visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com for condolences and directions to the church.
Nicholas A. Hunter – 41
MECHANICVILLE- Nicholas A. Hunter, 41, was called home by the Lord, Thursday, July 21st from St. Peter’s Hospice Inn, Albany, after a 10 year struggle with colon and later liver cancer. Nick never lost faith, hope or the will to live, fought every battle he faced, went through the highs and lows of good and poor health, and never gave up. On Thursday morning, the Lord said “enough” and rewarded Nick with eternal life.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday at 1 PM at All Saints on the Hudson Church, 121 North Main St., and Mechanicville. Burial in Hudson View Cemetery.
Calling hours at the North Main St. church on Sunday from 3-6 PM.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to NYOH Community Cancer Foundation, Community Hospice of Saratoga or Hospice Inn of St. Peter’s Hospital.
To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com
David O. Saunders – 68
MECHANICVILLE - David O. Saunders, 68, longtime resident of Farm to Market Road, died at his Argyle, NY home Wednesday evening , July 20th, in the loving company of his family.
A Funeral Service will be held on Monday at 10:30 AM at the Mechanicville United Methodist Church , No. Main St. , Mechanicville. Burial with military honors at the Saratoga National Cemetery is scheduled for 12:00 PM. All are welcome to attend a 1:00 PM reception at the Greenwich Elks Club on Route 40.
Calling hours at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St . , Mechanicville on Sunday from 2-6 PM.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances are asked to be made to St. Peter’s ALS Center , 19 Warehouse Row,Albany , 12205.
To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com
You Can Save A Life – FREE One Hour Training – NARCAN
You Can Save A Life! FREE One Hour Training in Heroin/Opioid Overdose Prevention
NARCAN Training
A class is offered every month: 6pm – 7pm
Monday August 8 – Galway Public Library
Monday August 22 - Wilton Fire Department
Monday September 12 - Clifton Park Public Library
Monday September 26 - Stillwater Public Library
Monday October 10 - Waterford Town Hall
Monday October 24 - Malta Community Center
Monday November 14 - SUNY Adirondack Wilton Campus
Monday December 12 - First Presbyterian Church, Ballston Spa
- Learn the signs and symptoms of heroin and opioid overdose.?•Learn how to use NARCAN nasal spray to respond to an overdose situation.
- Receive a FREE Intranasal Naloxone (NARCAN) kit to carry and use.
Awards and Achievements/Local College Students
RIT announces Spring 2016 Dean's List
ROCHESTER, NY (07/18/2016)-- The following local residents made the Dean's List at Rochester Institute of Technology for the spring 2016 semester:
- Catherine Altenburger of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying game design and development.
- Jenna Ammerall of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying new media design.
- Dyllan Barnum of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying mechanical engineering technology.
- Daniel Bissett of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying industrial engineering.
- Kevin Cosgrove of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying film and animation.
- Jesse Cutler of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying industrial engineering.
- Megan Di Benedetto of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying electrical engineering technology.
- Cheryl Fang of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying interior design.
- Samantha Herman of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying graphic design.
- Miranda Joly of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying professional photographic illustration.
- Clancy Morgan of Melrose (12121), who is studying film and animation.
- Jason Myers of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying game design and development.
- Anna Raleigh of Waterford (12188), who is studying applied mathematics.
- Andrew Rosario of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying business administration-accounting.
- Joshua Sangaline of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying computer science.
- Ryan Stadtlander of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying computing and information technologies.
- Lori Sze of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying business administration-accounting.
- Yaohang Wang of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying interior design.
- Edward Wong of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying software engineering.
- Dana Wright of Clifton Park (12065), who is studying film and animation.
Spring 2016 Certified Graduates
ROCHESTER, NY (07/19/2016)-- Rochester Institute of Technology celebrated its 131st Academic Convocation in May. Diplomas were distributed to graduates following the event at separate ceremonies held by each of RIT's nine colleges and two academic centers. Local residents who graduated include:
Catherine Altenburger of Clifton Park (12065), who received a BS in game design and development from RIT's B. Thomas Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences.
Megan Di Benedetto of Clifton Park (12065), who received a BS in electrical engineering technology from RIT's College of Applied Science and Technology.
Cheryl Fang of Clifton Park (12065), who received a BFA in interior design from RIT's College of Imaging Arts and Sciences.
Miranda Joly of Clifton Park (12065), who received a BFA in professional photographic illustration from RIT's College of Imaging Arts and Sciences.
Anshul Kapoor of Clifton Park (12065), who received a BS in software engineering from RIT's B. Thomas Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences.
Lori Sze of Clifton Park (12065), who received a BS in business administration-accounting from RIT's Saunders College of Business.
Yaohang Wang of Clifton Park (12065), who received a BFA in interior design from RIT's College of Imaging Arts and Sciences.
Spring dean's list honors announced at Tufts University
MEDFORD, MA (07/19/2016)-- Tufts University recently announced the dean's list for the Spring 2016 semester.
Among these students are:
- Jennifer Lucius of Mechanicville, NY, class of 2019
- Tyler Olney of Clifton Park, NY, class of 2017
SUNY Oswego announces spring 2016 graduates from area
OSWEGO, NY (07/19/2016)-- Several students from the area completed their baccalaureate studies at SUNY Oswego in spring 2016 and were recognized during Commencement in May.
Karlee Brown of Clifton Park graduated with a degree in marketing
Caleb G. Dorn of Clifton Park graduated with a degree in biology
Simone R. Duscha of Clifton Park graduated, cum laude, with a degree in public relations
Jeremy Ellis of Clifton Park graduated with a degree in zoology
Daniel B. Hoang of Clifton Park graduated, cum laude, with a degree in information science
Miles J. Kelly of Clifton Park graduated, cum laude, with a degree in business administration
Jeffrey M. Sitko of Clifton Park graduated with a degree in business administration
John P. Trawinski of Clifton Park graduated, cum laude, with a degree in applied mathematical economics
Robert G. Wolny of Clifton Park graduated with a degree in economics
Perry Kennedy of Stillwater graduated with a degree in zoology
James M. Palmieri of Stillwater graduated with a degree in public justice
Nicholas J. Butto of Waterford graduated with a degree in public justice
Tara Rhatigan Achieves Dean's List at SUNY Delhi
DELHI, NY (07/19/2016)-- Tara Rhatigan of Halfmoon, NY, has been cited for academic achievement for the Spring 2016 semester at the State University of New York College of Technology at Delhi.
Kevin Albagli of Clifton Park Named to Dean's List at Lafayette College
EASTON, PA (07/19/2016)-- Kevin Albagli of Clifton Park (12065) has been named to the 2016 spring semester Dean's List at Lafayette College for outstanding academic achievement. To qualify for Dean's List, a student must achieve at least a 3.60 semester grade point average on a scale of 4.0.
Albagli is a graduate of Shenendehowa High School.
Joseph “Jake” Urkevich – 94
MECHANICVILLE – Joseph “Jake” Urkevich, 94, of West St., Riverside, died Sunday evening, July 17th at Barnwell Nursing Home, Valatie, after an extended illness.
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday at 10:30 AM at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville. Burial with military honors to follow at the Saratoga National Cemetery.
Calling hours at the Funeral Home on Thursday evening from 4-7 PM.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to a charity of one’s choice in memory of Joseph “Jake” Urkevich.
To leave condolences or for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com
Mechanicville – Stillwater Little League
The Mechanicville Stillwater Little League 9 and 10 year olds are the District Champions. Congratulations to the coaches, players, and parents.