All Obituaries

Robb L. Clemons, 62, of Glenville, NY, passed away on May 20th, 2023 at Ellis Hospital. Born on July 4, 1960 in Schenectady, Robb attended Scotia-Glenville Schools followed by receiving his degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management from Schenectady County Community College. Robb trained and worked at many local restaurants before managing and later purchasing Dairy Circus as his own from his parents. He was a dedicated business man and a family man to his wife and two children, being heavily...

Bruce A. Loucks, 75, of Rotterdam, NY, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on May 9, 2023. Born on October 25, 1947 to Martha Bekkering Loucks and Howard Loucks, Bruce was raised and educated in Schenectady, NY. After graduating from Mont Pleasant High School, Bruce enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Bruce married the love of his life Arlene Richter Loucks on September 8, 1968. Notably he was employed by The Daily Gazette and the Mohonasen School District before...

On May 1st, Carole Joan Edel Civale passed away peacefully after a brief illness. She never lost her love for life or the ability to touch others lucky enough to call her family or friend. Carole was born on December 25,1937. She was the only child of Marian Mosher Edel and Clarence "Ike" Edel of Bleecker Stage, NY. After graduating from Gloversville High School in1955, she moved to New Jersey to become a ballroom dancer for Arthur Murray Dance Studios.In addition to performing in...

Linda Joan Schaefer (nee Thompson), 78, of Scotia, NY, passed away on April 16th, 2023. Linda was born on November 10th, 1944, in Yonkers, NY to Lillian and Ottar Thompson. She loved gardening and spending time outdoors. Linda was a graduate of SUNY Oswego and became a tenth-grade biology teacher at Mohonasen High School. Linda was a member of the First Reformed Church of Scotia. She enjoyed gardening, camping, and traveling. Linda is survived by her husband Dave, her sister Donna...

Douglas R Brister 64 of Amsterdam NY passed away on April 4, 2023. He is survived by his daughter Michele Sobieski (Jeff); Siblings Jeff Brister (MaryAnn), Loriann Finn (Glen), Richard Youmans (Winnie), DeNel (Sister-in-Law). Douglas was predeceased by his brother Brad. Grandchildren John and Tyler Sobieski. Nieces and Nephews Sara and Luke Brister, Kyle and Emily Youmans and Carly Finn. Douglas was born in Schenectady, NY to the late Richard and Delores Brister. He was employed by the...

Elsie (Mingle) Nicholson, 91, passed away peacefully at home on Monday March 13, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born February 22, 1932 in Cumberland, Maryland to George and Magdaline (Spoerri) Mingle. She graduated in 1949 from Olney High School in Philadelphia, PA. She was a lifelong baseball fan, attending Phillies games with her dad as a child. Her yearbook quote, "If it's something about sports you want to know, ask Elsie". After graduating from high school, she...

Edmund C. Myers of Scotia, NY, born April 17, 1945, died unexpectedly on March 4, 2023. Edmund was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Genevieve and brother David. He is survived by his wife, Marlene, three children, Craig (wife Diana), Christine, Kevin and five grandchildren (Nicholas, Clarissa (husband Max), Julie, Mercedes and Zachery (fiancé Kaitlyn) and one great grandchild (Emmett). Ed was a graduate of Scotia-Glenville High School and shortly after graduating began...

Evelyn E. Deamer (Teater), 102, of Scotia passed away peacefully February 23, 2023, with family by her side. Evelyn is predeceased by her husband Joseph Deamer Sr., sons Victor and Richard Deamer and daughter Dorothy Olsen. She is survived by her sons Joseph Deamer Jr. (Cathy), Ralph Deamer (Nellie) and daughter Diane Deamer (Helen). She is lovingly remembered with a warm smile as Grandma and Granny by her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren and Aunt Emmy...

Our Dad is the father of nine kids who were the center of his life. They say a good Dad never misses their kid's game but what do you call a Dad that never missed a game, never missed a practice, coached his kids' baseball teams for over twenty years and went to countless horse shows. To us that's a great dad and that was our Dad. At the age of 94, Don passed away peacefully in the loving presence of his Family on February 6, 2023. Don was born on August 13, 1928 and spent his...

On Tuesday, January 31st, Karen L. Korowajczyk of Glenville, NY, a beloved wife and amazing mother, passed away at sixty-seven. Karen worked for The NYS Lottery before taking a break to raise her children. Then returned to The NYS DMV until retirement. A dedicated mother to her two boys, Karen truly loved her family life. She loved animals, especially her Siamese named Kitty. Karen had a strong sense of faith. An avid tole painter, she loved her crafts. She loved spending time with her...