Schaghticoke Troop Honors Girl Scout Tradition – by C. Barton

SCHAGHTICOKE - The mission of the Girl Scouts reads, “Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place.” Girl Scout Troop #1891 based out of Schaghticoke lived out this mission by celebrating Girl Scout week with a variety of activities that took place throughout their community.

Entire article in the 03-24 edition.

City & Town Hall News

MECHANICVILLE MARCH 16- The City Council covered variety of topics. Among them Commissioner of Finance Judy Gilheany reported that the city's revenues were $369,000 over budget. The major reason for that was the sale of 4 properties and 3 tax sales. DPW Commissioner Higgins reported that as a precaution water would be tested for PFOA. Mayor Baker said this was being done as a precaution only.

Article in the 03-24 issue.

Mrs. Elizabeth Satiroff Clothier – 90

STILLWATER – Mrs. Elizabeth Satiroff Clothier, 90, died Thursday, March 17th at Glendale Nursing Ctr, after an extended illness. A Burial service will be held on Thursday at 11 AM at the Saratoga NationalCemetery.

There will be no calling hours.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Stillwater Block House or Newland Wood Fire Dept., in memory of Elizabeth Satiroff Bryan.

Arrangements by the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, Mechanicville.

To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com

 

The Express Newspaper March 24, 2016

Irene Petronis Farruggio – 63

CLIFTON PARK – Irene Petronis Farruggio, 63, died Sunday, March 20th at Albany Medical Ctr. after a long illness. Irene grew up in Riverside section of Mechanicville and later lived in Stillwater with her husband and kids.

A gathering of friends will be held on Wednesday at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville, with burial in St. Peter’s Cemetery,Stillwater.

In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to a charity of one’s choice in memory of Irene Petronis Farruggio.

To leave a condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com

William “Fran” McHale – 50

MECHANICVILLE – William "Fran" McHale, 50, of Elizabeth Street, died Thursdayevening surrounded by his loving family after his battle with lung cancer.  Born in Albany, August 9, 1965, he was the son of Andrea Szell Kachidurian and the late Leo Kachidurian.

Calling hours will be held on Tuesday March 22, from 4-7 PM at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So Main St, Mechanicville NY 12118. A funeral home service will be held on Wednesday at 10AM with burial to follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Glenmont.  In lieu of flowers, Fran’s family kindly suggests that donations be made to the McHale Children Trust.

To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com

 

Bryan D. Warren – 77

JOHNSONVILLE - Bryan D. Warren, 77, of Johnsonville Rd., died Thursday afternoon at St. Peter's Hospice Inn after a long battle with dementia.  Born in Johnsonville, October 16, 1938, he was the son of the late Milton C. and Gladys Downing Warren.

Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, March 22nd, from 10:30AM until 12:30PM at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So Main St., Mechanicville, NY 12118.  A Funeral Service will follow the visitation, beginning at 12:30PM, with burial to follow at the Saratoga National Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Johnsonville Volunteer Fire Company, 5 River Road, Johnsonville, NY 12094.

To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com

 

Mrs. Gay Velma Baker

HALFMOON – Mrs. Gay Velma Baker born in Downsville NY Sept. 18, 1947 passed into an eternal sleep March 17, 2016 at Ellis Hospsital with her family by her side.

A celebration of Gay’s life will be held Sunday from 2-4 PM at the Mechanicville-Stillwater Elk’s Lodge located at 300 Park Avenue, Mechanicville.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to: the D  A V (Disabled American Veterans)

To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com