All Obituaries

Steve's obituary photo is by Carl Jones Salem-Steve Burgess, sweet brother and uncle, devoted friend, and dedicated member of First United Presbyterian Church of Salem New York, died at Saratoga Hospital on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 almost two years after a diagnosis of lung cancer.  Steve was a gentle, quiet, and loving soul who loved to paint, care for his dogs, and call his friends and family.  Through his terrible illness, he endured treatment bravely and without...

Cambridge-Roger Ashton,90, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023 with his family at his side. Roger was a resident of the Cambridge, NY area for his entire life. Born on December 28, 1932 to Lee Woodard Ashton and Medora Burroughs Ashton, he spent much of his time exploring the outdoors and hunting and fishing with his beloved grandfather, Andrew Foster Ashton. His family greatly enjoyed hearing him recount stories of his mischievous childhood and school days. He met his loving and devoted wife,...

Cambridge-James E. Griffith, 63, of Cambridge, passed away Monday, May 15, 2023 at the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington.  He was born June 6, 1959 in Bellefonte, PA the son of the late Shirley Griffith Brenenstuhl and step-son of the late Willis Brenenstuhl. Jim graduated from Hoosick Falls High School in 1977 and attended Albany Business College.  He worked at Oak Mitsui and Honeywell for 25 years and then worked at Taconic, Inc. in Stephentown for 12 years...

Salem-Jason B. Baylor, 40, of Salem, passed away Sunday, May 14, 2023 at Albany Medical Center.  He was born in Cambridge on April 2, 1983 the son of Kevin and Jean (Knespler) Baylor of Salem. Jason attended Salem Central School and the Washington Irving School in Schenectady. He received his Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology from Thomas Edison State University. Jason served in the U.S. Navy for 12 years and following his discharge, he went to work at GlobalFoundries...

Buskirk-Alan R. MacNeil, 80, of Buskirk, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at Saratoga Hospital. Alan was born at Newton Hospital in Newton, NJ to Raymond and Ruth Mary (Stone) MacNeil on May 25, 1942. Alan graduated from Greenwich High School.  He worked as a farmer and also a machinist at Greenwich Machine Shop and Watervliet Arsenal.  He retired from the Watervliet Arsenal in 1999. Alan was predeceased by his wife, Marjorie (Button) MacNeil January 16,...

Green Island-Leo A. Gariepy, 87, of Green Island and previously a longtime Cohoes resident, passed away Friday, April 28, 2023. Leo was born in Cohoes July 12, 1935 the son of the late Emile and Malvina (Lemire) Gariepy.  He attended St. Joseph’s School and Cohoes High School.  Leo worked at Norton Co. in Watervliet as a machine operator and later worked for Wells Fargo Armored Car Corporation in Albany as an armored car operator and also assistant office manager.  He...

Salem-Rosemary Boyd, 68, of Salem, entered the arms of the Lord Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Glens Falls Hospital surrounded by her friends and family. Rosemary was born in New Bedford, MA the daughter of the late Antone and Rose Marie (Whaley) Santos. Rosemary graduated from Salem Washington Academy in 1972 and attended BOCES for cosmetology. During high school, Rosemary was voted most friendly by the senior class and played the lead role of Annabelle in their production of George Washington...

Buskirk-Martha Elizabeth Baker, a long-time resident of the Buskirk community, passed away with her family at her side on Tuesday, April 25 at the age of 99. Martha was born in Greenwich, NY on February 10, 1924 to parents Lloyd Sr and Mabel Liddle Knowlton.  She was a graduate of Schuylerville Central School. She and Irving (Pete) Baker were married on June 10, 1945. She began her working career as a professional nanny.  She thoroughly enjoyed working and when reminiscing -...

Cambridge-Deborah M. Whitman, 67, of Cambridge, passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, April 11, 2023 at her residence with her family by her side. She was born in Schenectady July 14, 1955 the daughter of the late Edward and Ann (Hoffman) Horton. Deborah graduated from Albany High School and attended Schenectady Community College, majoring in accounting.  She was a bookkeeper for various companies for 25 years.  She was also an End of Life Caregiver for 12 years.  Deborah...

Buskirk-Carol L. Vellucci, 71, of Buskirk, passed away Saturday, April 8, 2023 at Albany Medical Center. She was born January 25, 1952 in Yonkers the daughter of the late Rosario and Margaret (Autera) Pietropaolo. Carol graduated from Blessed Sacrament High School in Yonkers.  She had worked for IBM and then became a stay-at-home mother caring for her children and was a member of St. Patrick’s Church in Cambridge. Carol is survived by her husband, Lawrence A. Vellucci;...