Category Archives: Obituaries

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Jack F. “Jack” Sheedy – 69

MECHANICVILLE – John F. “Jack” Sheedy, 69, of East Saratoga Ave., died Saturday morning, April 26th, at Springs Nursing and Rehab Ctr, Troy, after fighting a number of health issues these last several months.

A Funeral Service with full military honors will be held on Friday, May 2nd at Noon at American Legion Post 91, 427 So. Main St., Mechanicville.  Burial at Saratoga National Cemetery.  Calling hours at Post 91 on Friday from 10 AM – Noon. In lieu of flowers, remembrances are encouraged to the Post 91 Honor Guard.  To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com.

Full obituary will be in the May 8th issue of the Express.

 

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Vivian Perkins Sangil – 86

MECHANICVILLE – Vivian Perkins Sangil, 86, formerly of Park Place, died Thursday April 24, at Ellis Hospital after a long illness.

A longtime resident of Mechanicville, she was born June 5, 1927, daughter of the late Floyd and Gladys Lasher Perkins.

A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday at 6 PM at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville, NY 12118.  Calling hours at the Funeral Home on Sunday from 3-6 PM.  Burial will be held in St. Paul’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Sjogrens Syndrome Foundation, 6707 Democracy Boulevard, Suite 325, Bethesda, MD 20817 or Parkinson’s Research Foundation at AMCH, 47 New Scotland Ave., Albany, NY 12208, in memory of Vivian Sangil. Visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com for directions and to leave condolences.

The entire obituary will be in the May 1st issue of the Express.

 

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Carmela Zeppieri Gardner – 92

SUN CITY CENTER, FLA. – Carmela Zeppieri Gardner, 92, a former resident of North Troy, NY, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, March 23rd, surrounded by her loving caregivers and family. Carmela courageously endured the challenges of Alzheimer’s for four years. During this period, she continued to enjoy an active social life with the help from caregivers and family.

 

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, April 25th at 11 AM at All Saints on the Hudson South Church, 121 No. Main St., Mechanicville.

 

Entombment of both Carmela and her husband Bill will be at Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville, immediately following.

 

Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Assoc., PO Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011.

 

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

 

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Frank Stagliano – 79

MECHANICVILLE – Frank Stagliano, 79, of Waverly St., died Monday evening, April 21st, at home, surrounded by his loving family.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 AM at All Saints of the Hudson South Church, 121 No. Main St., with entombment in St. Paul’s Mausoleum. Calling hours at the No. Main St. Church on Friday from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to All Saints on the Hudson Church Endowment Fund, 52 William St., Mechanicville, 12118. To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com

Entire obituary will be in the 05-01 issue of the Express.

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Charles F. Aprilliano – 59

MECHANICVILLE – Charles F. Aprilliano, 59, of Underwood Ave., died Monday morning, April 7th at St. Mary’s Hospital, Troy, after an extended illness.

A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday morning at 10 AM at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville. Burial with military honors at Saratoga National Cemetery.

Calling hour at the Funeral Home Thursday morning from 9-10 AM.

Remembrances may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, in fond memory of Charles F. Aprilliano.

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

The entire obituary will be in the April 17th edition of the Express.

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Sister Antonia Lanzone, MSC

DOBBS FERRY – Sister Antonia Lanzone MSC (Elizabeth) died on Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at the St. Cabrini Nursing Home located in Dobbs Ferry, N. Y.
Sister Antonia was the daughter of the late Vincenzo Lanzone and Lucia Ferrara Lanzone. She was born in Mechanicville on July 24, 1926 and graduated from Mechanicville High School. Shortly thereafter, she entered the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus on September 8, 1947. This began a life of service and devotion to our Lord that spanned sixty-six plus years.
Services will be private for the family and held at the Cabrini Nursing Home. For those wishing to express a remembrance of Sister Antonia donations can be made to the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Donations should be sent to St. Cabrini Nursing Home, 115 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522.

Local arrangements by the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, Mechanicville.

Full obituary will be in the 03-27 issue of the Express.

 

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Donald A. Watrobski – 63

MECHANICVILLE – Donald A. Watrobski, 63, of Pawling Ave., died suddenly at his home, Saturday, March 22nd, after being stricken. Born in Troy, November 8, 1950, his is the son of Stanley and Clara Ceremuga Watrobski of Halfmoon.  A 1968 graduate of Shenendehowa School, Don was still working for Momentive Performance Products of Waterford.  Previously he worked for General Electric’s Silicone Prod Div. of Waterford, stating in 1969.

A 35 year active member of the Mechanicville Fire Dept.(MFD), Don was Fire Chief from 1996-97, former President of MFD, former Captain of W.B. Neilson Hose Co. # 4 of MFD, and a very involved supporter and trainer of young fireman of MFD for years.

An avid New York Yankee and New York Giants fan, Don enjoyed golfing in the Mechanicville Golf Club’s Senior league, and looked forward to retiring this summer and playing golf on a more frequent basis.

Though a big man all his life, Don had a soft heart and friendly way, and enjoyed working with the community youth. 

Years ago, Don was a member 7 year member of the NY Army National Guard.

Survivors in addition to his parents include his wife of 43 years Loreen Roy Watrobski, his three children: Cindy (Marjorie) Watrobski of Long Island City, Jeremy Watrobski and Karey Watrobski both of Mechanicville.  Don was looking forward to the birth of his first grandchild (boy) in August of 2014.  Also survived by sisters: Carol (Tom) Haigh of California, Cathy Watrobski of Latham and Christine (Steve) Bemis of Clifton Park along with his brother Douglas (Darcy) Watrobski of Waterford, along with nieces, nephews and his in-laws and families.

Don was predeceased by brothers David and Daniel Watrobski.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday at Noon at All Saints on the Hudson South Church, 121 No. Main St., Mechanicville.  Burial in St. Paul’s Cemetery.

Calling hours at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville on Tuesday from 4-7 PM.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Mechanicville Fire Dept., PO Box 484, Mechanicville, 12118.

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

 

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John J. McLaughlin III – 65

John J. McLaughlin III – 65

A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday at 7:30 PM at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville.  Spring burial in Elmwood Cemetery.

Calling hours at the Funeral Home on Tuesday from 4-7 PM.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to John’s family.

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

The full obituary will be in the 03-20 Express.

 

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Kathy M. Fitzpatirck – 63

WATERVLIET – Kathy M. Fitzpatrick, 63, passed away unexpectedly on March 2nd while traveling to St. Pete’s Beach inFlorida with her friend Rick Chittenden.  Born July 12, 1950, she was the daughter of Arthur Fitzpatrick of Mechanicville and the late Joan Conroy Fitzpatrick.

Kathy attended Stillwater Central School, retired from the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets, and recently resided in Watervliet. 

 Full obituary in the March 13th issue of the Express

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Marie Michele Falco – 75

MECHANICVILLE – Marie Michele Falco, 75, of Ellsworth Ave., died Monday, March 10th, at St. Mary’s Hospital,Troy, after an extended illness.

A native and lifelong resident of Mechanicville, born August 13th, 1938, daughter of the late Angelo and Margaret Ricci Michele, Marie worked for most of her life at her family’s former business, Michele’s Grocery and Deli on No.Main and Saratoga Ave, in the city.

In recent years, Marie assisted her son’s business, Faldoni’s Delicatessen of Mechanicville, making their popular rice pies during Easter season.

She loved traveling, making stops at casinos and the local racino, but her most treasured time was spent with her family, especially her grand and great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 44 years, Philip “Buzz” Falco, who died in 2002, her son Wayne M. Falco in 1982 and her brother Pasquale “Pat” Michele in 1995.

Survivors include her four children: Michele and Mike Holmes, Robert and Meg Falco, Diane ( Michael Scavuzzo) Alderman and John and Tressy Falco.  Grandchildren: Margaret and John Wortz, Marie (Brandon Coreno) Holmes, Robbie, Nicky and Jenna Falco, Derek (Kristen) and Ian (Jessica) Thomas, Rev. Thomas Pettigrew and Katherine (Howard Moyer) Pettigrew, along with great grandchildren: Mackenzie, Hailey, Liliana, Sofia, Eva, Cameron and Jack.

A Funeral Service will be held  Wednesday evening at 7 PM at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville.  Calling hours at the Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4-7 PM.

Burial in St. Paul’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to a charity of one’s choice in loving memory of Marie Michele Falco.

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