All Obituaries

Nelson L. Austin, 86, of Wren St. died Wednesday, January 27, 2021, at Ellis Hospital. Nelson was born on May 4, 1934 in Glen, New York. Nelson attended Scotia Glenville School, graduating in 1952. He went on to and graduated from Ryder University, Trenton, NJ in 1956. Nelson was employed for 18 years as head of Payroll at Ellis Hospital. From there he served as Town Clerk for the Town of Glenville until he retired in 2001. Mr. Austin was a member of the First Reformed Church of Scotia...

Norman A. Petricca, 83, passed away at Ellis Hospital on Thursday, September 2, 2021, after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving children. After graduating from Scotia High School in 1956, Norm served in the U.S Army at Fort Dix. In 1962 he married the love of his life Charlene Eckerson with whom he shared 55 years of marriage. Together they raised their three children and hosted many memorable gatherings at their home with family and friends. In the seventies, Norm managed Glenville...

Christina A. Burchhardt 90, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2021 surrounded by the love of her family. Christina was born in Amsterdam, the daughter of the late Joseph and Rose Greco. She was a graduate of Wilbur Lynch High School in Amsterdam. Christina was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Christina loved her family and was devoted to making large family dinners. Christina was predeceased by her loving husband of 58 years George Burchhardt on May 8, 2015. She...

With great sadness the family of Marlyn Joy (Willey) Mangano, 88, announces her passing into the hands of our Lord on August 19, 2021 after a short illness. Formerly of Rotterdam, Marlyn lived at the Holiday at the Atrium senior living facility for the past 7+ years. She was the oldest daughter of three born of James Willey and Dorothy (Lachtrupp) Willey Neary Anderson born July 29, 1933. Marlyn married her Nott Terrace High School sweetheart, class of 1951, and the love of her life Joseph...

It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our much beloved brother, son, uncle, friend: Tyler E. Grygas (Nuzback) on July 21, 2021. Tyler accomplished many things during his short time on earth. Tyler's most notable accomplishment was his nine years of devoted service to the United States Navy. Tyler created different friendships, bonds, and relationships with many people during his time on earth. Every relationship, unique in its own right as Tyler was his own person, and...

Jeanne M Plemenik of Scotia, NY Wed. July 21, 2021, Passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by loved ones at the age of 78 years. Jeanne was born on August 2, 1942 in Schenectady NY. Jeanne was the secretary/treasurer of Frank and Sons Body Works of Scotia for 40 years. She was a loving and caring person, devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many. She was the rock that kept her family together and was always the voice of reason. She enjoyed traveling, spending time with...

Walter V. Zielinski, 92, passed away on the evening of July 6, 2021 at Ellis Hospital. Born January 23, 1929 in Schenectady, and resided most of his life in Rotterdam Junction, NY. He was the son of the late Stanley and Bernice (Kapuscinski) Zielinski. Walter was a graduate of Scotia High School, class of 1947. He was employed over 35 years at General Electric Company, retiring in 1989 as a large machine operator from the Steam-Turbine Department. He was a member of the GE Quarter Century...

Shirley Ann Talbot, 88, of Schenectady NY, passed over to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 1, 2021. Shirley was born in Schenectady, NY on January 23, 1933. She graduated from Pleasant High School in 1950. Shirley was married to the love of her life William (Bill) C. Talbot on September 1, 1951. Shirley and Bill lived in Charleston, SC, Schenectady, NY, and Leesburg, FL. Together they raised four children and celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary in 2016 prior to Bill's passing...

After a brave battle with cancer, Michael Fredrick Stanton, age 53, passed away in the loving presence of his family on June 8, 2021, in Bend, Oregon. The youngest of eight siblings, Michael was born on November 9, 1967, in Schenectady, New York to Robert and Joyce (Kreag) Stanton. Having been previously taught by his oldest sister how to crack an egg and use spices, at 7 years old when Michael's mother took ill, he began cooking and discovered what would become his heart's passion...

After a courageous battle with cancer, Paul went peacefully to meet his Master on June 11, feast day of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. Paul was born in Schenectady July 7, 1951 to Herbert J. Low and Allene M. Heaney. He attended St. Luke's School and Bishop Gibbons in Schenectady, graduating from Scotia-Glenville HS in 1969. Paul completed basic training for the US Air Force at Lackland AFB, Texas. In 1976 he graduated from Lowry AFB, Colorado, being trained to load and inspect...