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Stanley L. O’Kosky – 92

STILLWATER – Stanley L. O’Kosky, 92, former resident and businessman of Stillwater, died Tuesday, Nov. 19th at Bay State Medical Ctr., Springfield, Ma, after a brief illness.

A native of Stillwater, born Feb. 12, 1921, son of the late Joseph and Katherine O’Kosky.

The popular owner and operator of former Pat’s Submarines, corner of Lake and Hudson Ave., Stillwater.  Previously, Stan was a longtime salesman for the former Clements Motors of Mechanicville and later Country Pontiac, Buick of Clifton Park.  A veteran of WWII, serving as a Tech Sergeant in the US Army, he served in occupied Japan at the end of the War.  Stan enjoyed conversing with customers and friends, and enjoyed life.

His wife of 53 years, Corrinne “Connie” O’Kosky died Feb 21, 1997.  He was also predeceased by his sisters Mary Brown, Ann Whitman, Josephine and Helen O’Kosky, and brothers Andrew and Edward O’Kosky.  Survivors include a number of nieces and nephews.

 A Burial service with military honors will be held on Monday, Nov. 25th at 2 PM at the Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Rd., Schuylerville.  There are no other services scheduled.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Saratoga National Cemetery Honor Guard,  200 Duell Rd., Schuylerville.

Arrangements by the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, Mechanicville.

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Dorothy Britt Santa Barbara

SARATOGA SPRINGS – Dorothy Britt Santa Barbara passed away at Saratoga Hospital on Thursday, November 21, 2013, after a long illness. She was born February 6, 1928 to the late Edward Britt and Ella (Cunningham) Britt.

Survivors include her beloved husband of sixty-four years, Tommy, and her son, Tom, of Clifton Park. Dorothy’s son, John, twin to Tom, passed away August 6, 2006. Dorothy is also survived by her four grandsons; Nicholas Santa Barbara of Long Island, Joseph Santa Barbara of MA, Matthew Santa Barbara of Albany, and Travis Santa Barbara of Clifton Park.  Nothing pleased Dorothy more than visiting and cooking for her loving grandsons. Her macaroni and cheese, meatballs, and, lets not forget her garbage bread, were gourmet delights.

Dorothy’s niece, Barbara Filardo of Rochester, brought her much joy and comfort. Barbara was more of a daughter than niece to Dorothy. Barbara’s companion Jeff Thompson, of Rochester, was only too happy to bring Barbara to Saratoga for regular family visits.  Barbara’s daughter, Courtney (Dietz) Curtis, her husband, Chris Curtis and their daughters, Rhiannon and Naomi Curtis were favorite visitors to Dorothy and Tommy’s. Rhiannon loved Aunt Dorothy’s spaghetti.

Survivors also include two daughter-in-laws; Dona (Tom) Santa Barbara of Clifton Park and Susan (John) Santa Barbara of Danvers, MA. Many hours of phone conversations took place between the three of them, The same was true for Dorothy’s niece, Mary Ann Fortune of Mechanicville. Dorothy loved to talk on the phone, she was never at a loss for words.  Extended family members also include several nieces, nephews and other relatives.

In following with her wishes, there will be a private, family only gathering at DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St. Mechanicville, Monday, November 25 from 3-5pm.

Friends are invited to a Funeral Mass to be held at Noon Tuesday at All Saints on the Hudson South Church 121 No. Main St., Mechanicville.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Northeast Kidney Foundation 501 New Karner Road, Albany, New York 12205.

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Karen L. Barnes – 67

CLIFTON PARK – Karen L. Barnes, 67, of Solomon Ave., died Saturday, Nov 23rd at St.Peter’s Hospice, Albany, after a long illness.  

 

A Gathering of family and friends will be held on Saturday, Nov. 30th from 2-4 PM at DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville.  Remembrances may be made to Capital District Cancer Resource Foundation, PO Box 610, Latham, NY 12110, in memory of Karen L. Barnes.

The Full obituary will appear in the 12-05 edition of The Express.

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Joyce Margaret Cary – 64

Joyce Margaret Cary of 10th Avenue passed away on Thursday, November 14 at her residence with her loving family at her side. She was 64. Joyce was born on April 30, 1949 in Troy, daughter of the late G. Lucius and Jean (Pratt) Cary, Jr.

She attended Rensselaer-Columbia-Green BOCES special education programs until 1970. She worked at the Menands Workshop (Northeast Career Planning) from 1971-2010, retiring on her 61st birthday. After her retirement, until recently she attended Brunswick Center Services.

She is survived by her beloved sister Karen Cary of Philadelphia, PA, brother Donald (Carol) Cary of Schaghticoke and Diane (John) Svatek of Schaghticoke. Also survived by four nieces, three nephews, three great-nephews and numerous cousins.

Her family would like to thank the ARC of Rensselaer County, especially the loving caregivers at her group home, who have provided Joyce with many opportunities and outstanding support over the years, and who consistently have encouraged Joyce to be, and to do, her best. Relatives and friends may call from 4-7pm on Monday, November 18, 2013 at the Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, 173 Main Street, Schaghticoke. A memorial service will take place at a future time to be determined by her family. Private burial will be in Easton Rural Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Arc of Rensselaer County, 79 102nd Street,Troy, NY 12180, the Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, 295 Valley View Blvd, Rensselaer 12144 or Easton Friends Meeting, 1778 State Route 40, Greenwich, New York,12834 in her memory.

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Joyce Margaret Cary – 64

Joyce Margaret Cary of 10th Avenue passed away on Thursday, November 14 at her residence with her loving family at her side. She was 64. Joyce was born on April 30, 1949 in Troy, daughter of the late G. Lucius and Jean (Pratt) Cary,Jr.

She attended Rensselaer-Columbia-Green BOCES special education programs until 1970. She worked at the Menands Workshop (Northeast Career Planning) from 1971-2010, retiring on her 61st birthday. After her retirement, until recently she attended Brunswick Center Services.

She is survived by her beloved sister Karen Cary of Philadelphia, PA, brother Donald (Carol) Cary of Schaghticoke and sister Diane (John) Svatek of Schaghticoke. Also survived by four nieces, three nephews, three great-nephews and numerous cousins.

Her family would like to thank the ARC of Rensselaer County, especially the loving caregivers at her group home, who have provided Joyce with many opportunities and outstanding support over the years, and who consistently have encouraged Joyce to be, and to do, her best.

Relatives and friends may call from 4-7pm on Monday, November 18, 2013 at the Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, 173 Main Street, Schaghticoke. A memorial service will take place at a future time to be determined by her family. Private burial will be in Easton Rural Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Arc of Rensselaer County, 79 102nd Street,Troy, NY 12180, the Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, 295 Valley View Blvd, Rensselaer 12144 or Easton Friends Meeting, 1778 State Route 40, Greenwich, New York,12834 in her memory.

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Mrs. Anna M. Lennox – 95

STILLWATER – Mrs. Anna M. Lennox, 95, former resident of Phillips Road, died Saturday morning , Nov. 16th at the Glendale Home, after an extended illness.

A gathering of family and friends will be held at her granddaughter’s home, 335 Wilbur Road, Schuylerville on Wednesday from 3-6 PM.In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be directed to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, in fond memory of Anna M. Lennox.

Anna’s family thanks the staff at Glendale Nursing Home, especially the nurses and certified nurses and aides for their support, care and courtesy’s to Anna and her family.

Arrangements by the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, Mechanicville. Visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com to leave condolences and for directions.

 

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Daniel J. Rubino – 75

MECHANICVILLE – Daniel J. Rubino, 75, of Railroad St., died Monday, Nov. 18th at home, in the loving company of his family.

A native and lifelong resident of Mechanicville, born Oct. 19, 1938, son of the late John and Jennie D’Aloia Rubino, Dan was a 1956 graduate of Mechanicville High School.

The successful owner and operator of the former Rubino’s Pizzeria in Mechanicville beginning in 1984 until selling his business some of years ago.

Previously he had worked for the Norton Co. of Watervliet.

A faithful member of All Saints on the Hudson Church, he was a member of the church’s Holy Name Society.

A longtime member of the Mechanicville Fire Dept.’s Nielson Hose Co. #4, Dan and his family enjoyed traveling, stopping at the casinos, and enjoying life.

This past July, the Rubino family had a reunion which over 100 family members attended, and Dan was in his glory, having time with all his nieces and nephews.

Dan Rubino was family oriented, loved being with his wife, children, grandkids, siblings and their kids. Family and close friends made Dan’s life complete. 

Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Lorraine Salway Rubino, three children: Joseph (Colleen) Rubino of Melrose, Lisa (Lou) Ethier of Farmington, Ct and Daniel (Julianne) Rubino, Jr. of Columbia, S.C.., 7 grand, 4 step-grand and 2 great grandchildren.

Siblings: Lucille Laurenzo and Joseph (Marguritte) Rubino all of Mechanicville, Barbara Zecca (Joseph) Corsale of Saratoga Springs, his twin sister Donna (Richard) Matroni of Cypress, Ca. and Joanne (Bruce) Cuilla of Raleigh, N.C., along with nieces, nephews and their families.  Also his canine companion “Bandit”. Dan was predeceased by his sister Angela McCauley.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, Nov. 21st at 11 AM at All Saints on the Hudson SouthChurch, 121 No. Main St., Mechanicville.  Entombment in St. Paul’s Mausoleum.

Calling hours at the No. Main St. Church on Wednesday from 4-7 PM.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to All Saints on the Hudson Church or Community Hospice of Saratoga, in loving memory of Daniel J. Rubino.

Visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com to leave condolences and for directions.

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Former City of Mechanicville Mayor Thomas J. Higgins

MECHANICVILLE – Former City of Mechanicville Mayor Thomas J. Higgins, died Tuesday, November 19, 2013, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family after a long illness. Born in Troy, on February 9, 1931, the son of the late Mechanicville Comm. of Accounts William E. Higgins, Sr. and Veronica Purtle Higgins, Tom was a 1948 graduate ofMechanicville High School.  Elected Mayor of Mechanicville in November 1993, Tom served 3 terms, leaving office in 2006. He had also previously served as Comm. of Finance and Chairman of the cities Civil Service Commission. A hard worker who maintained two jobs for most of his working life, Tom was a Postal Carrier for the US Postal Service in Mechanicville for over 30 years during which time he also worked for the B&M Railroad. Tom also worked as a licensed electrician, as a security guard at Saratoga Raceway, and spent the last of his working years at Clifton Park Toyota. A dedicated civic-minded resident, Tom was the longtime treasurer of the Mechanicville Fire Dept., and a life member of E.H. Strang Hose Co. #3. Tom also volunteered his time to Mechanicville Stillwater Little League, St. Paul’s CYO basketball, Meals on Wheels, and with his adopted greyhound visited hospitals and nursing homes through the Therapy Dog Institute. A member of All Saints on the Hudson Parish and a 42 year member of the Mechanicville Elks Lodge, Tom was known for his quick wit and sense of humor that served him well as toastmaster on the banquet circuit. A lifelong Boston Red Sox fan, Tom enjoyed watching the Red Sox recently win their third World Series in the last 10 years. Most of all Tom loved his family, and spending time with his 8 children, 14 grandchildren, and their extended families.

In addition to his parents, Tom was predeceased by his first wife, Annetta Grimes Higgins in 1976, and his brothers Jack and Bill.

Survivors include his wife, Marie Madeline Robens Higgins, who he married in 1979, his children: Michael (Judy) Higgins of Glenville, Meg Overocker (Gary Warren) of Delmar, Peter (Gina) Higgins of Stillwater, Tim (Theresa) and Joe (Karen) Higgins both of Mechanicville, Joe Robens of Weston Hill, Florida, Laurie (Thom) Tyrrell of Waterford, and Shaun (Grace) Robens of Clifton Park. Tom’s grandchildren are: Katie (Chris) Plume, Amity & Adam Higgins, Ryan & Shaina Overocker (Steve Salomon), Reid, Abby, Maggie, Kelsey, Eamonn, Skyler & Ashley Higgins, Salina & Madeline Tyrrell; sisters-in-law Marion Higgins & Rose Miller of Mechanicville and several nieces, nephews and their families. The Higgins family thanks Dr. Louis Ianniello & Dr. S. Patel and their staffs, and Community Hospice of Saratoga for their care, compassion and concern.

 

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

Calling hours at the North Main St. Church on Thursday from 4-7 PM.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Community Hospice of Saratoga in loving memory of Thomas J. Higgins.

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Mrs. Rose Sabatino Haskell – 90

Mrs. Rose Sabatino Haskell – 90

MECHANICVILLE – Mrs. Rose Sabatino Haskell, 90, of Kennedy Gardens and former longtime resident of Stillwater, died Saturday evening, Nov. 9th, after a brief illness.

A native of Mechanicville, born February 8, 1923, she was daughter of the late Phillip and Frances Zafonta Sabatino and widow of Louis T. Haskell, married for 53 years, who died exactly 14 years earlier to Rose’s date of death.  A homemaker, Rose had been a secretary for the General Electric in Schenectady for some years.  Rose had a soft and pleasant personality, kept a beautiful home, and loved looking after her children, grandchildren and her sibling’s families. She enjoyed card playing, golf and bowling, along with taking walks.  She was a faithful member and former longtime religious education teacher of St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church in Stillwater.

Survivors include her two daughters Holly (William) Wray of Niskayuna, Patricia (Jack) Jordan of Clifton Park, son Louis T. Haskell, Jr. of Florida, grandchildren: John (Rachel),  Michael, Thomas, Anne Jordan and Allyson Wray, great grandchildren Dylan Louis and Alexis Rose, along with nieces, nephews and their families.  Rose was also predeceased by sisters Mary Russo, Ann Conley, Elsie Shields and Adeline Gilbert, and brothers Joseph, Charles and Sylva Sabatino.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 11 AM at All Saints on the Hudson North Church (St. Peter’s) Hudson Ave., Stillwater.  Burial in the Saratoga National Cemetery.  There will be no calling hours.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to All Saints on the Hudson Church Endowment Fund, in memory of Rose S. Haskell  Arrangements by DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, Mechanicville.  Visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com to leave condolences and for directions.

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Judith A. “Judy” Forino-Fantauzzi – 56

Judith A. “Judy” Forino-Fantauzzi passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2013 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Troy with her loving family at her side. She was 56.

Relatives and friends may call from 3-7pm on Friday, November 15 at the Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, 319 Park Avenue, Mechanicville. Funeral Mass will be at 11:00am on Saturday at All Saints on the Hudson, South Church, 121 North Main Street Mechanicville. Burial will follow in the family plot in St. Paul’s Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Mechanicville Stillwater Breast Cancer Walk, C/O  Joyce DiVirgilio, 270 South Main Street, Mechanicville, NY 12118 in Judy’s honor.  Online remembrances may be made at www.chasesmithfamily.com

Full Obituary will be in the Nov. 21st issue of The Express