Dorothy Lorayne Urdaneta

Dorothy Lorayne Urdaneta, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 3^rd, 2016 at Saratoga Hospital surrounded by loving family and friends. She had just turned 93 on January 1^st. We would like to express our gratitude to the compassionate and caring hospital staff members who tended to her in the final days.

She was born in 1923 in Loving, TX, one of seven children of the late Leonard  and Ada Purselley.  Lorayne married Rafael Urdaneta in 1941 and moved to Maracaibo, Venezuela where she lived for 71 years.  Saratoga became her new home four years ago in order to be close to her daughter, Vivian. For a year and a half Lorayne resided at The Home of The Good Shepherd where she made good friends.

Lorayne was a wonderful and loving person who always put the needs of others before her own.  Above all, Lorayne was absolutely devoted to her husband and children.  

She is survived by her son, Rafael A. Urdaneta, her two daughters Vivian Urdaneta  and Mavalynne Urdaneta, their spouses, 11 grandchildren , 21 great grandchildren, her youngest brother Wayne Purselley and wife Barbara and her widowed sister in law Frances Purselley.

At Lorayne’s request, she is being cremated. There will be no funeral home visitation.  A Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday,  February 9^th  at 10:00 am at St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church, 231 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs with the Rev.Timothy Keating C.Ss.R. presiding.

In lieu of flowers or any other gifts, if you feel so inclined, please, do make a gift to your favorite cause.

Arrangements are under the direction of Compassionate Funeral Care, Inc, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. 

Arne (Lindy) Gulbrandsen

SARATOGA SPRINGS - Arne (Lindy) Gulbrandsen, 88, went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 1, 2016 at his home with his loving family by his side.

He was born on April 15, 1927 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Charles and Ingrid (Lorvold) Gulbrandsen.  On July 24, 1954 he married the love of his life, Theresa Doscher.  They spent 59 wonderful years together.

Until his retirement, Lindy was a sales representative for J.H. Calo in Westbury, NY.  After he retired, he enjoyed volunteering in area schools with learning disabled children.  For many years, he sang in the choir at the Congregational Church of Manhasset, NY.  He loved to read and loved being around people.

Robert E. Garcia

Robert E. Garcia, aged 33, died on Thursday, January 28^th, 2016 unexpectedly in Glens Falls, NY.

Robert was born on July 20^th, 1982 in Manhattan NY, the son of Ramon Garcia and Silvia Lemus.

He attended Glens Fall High School and graduated from St. Joseph's in Vermont, with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration.

Robert served his country with the United States Army in Kosovo as an Airborne Artillery Man in support of the War on Terror.

He enjoyed spending time with friends and family. 

Thomas M. Jablonski

Thomas M. Jablonski, age 60, passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2016 at home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on January 13, 1956 in Amsterdam, NY to the late B. John Jablonski and Josephine Sterba.

Tom graduated from Amsterdam High School, class of 1974 and Hudson Valley Community College with a degree in Architectural Design.

Wesley Morris Jr.

Wesley Morris Jr.

Wesley Morris Jr., age 58, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2016 unexpectedly at Saratoga Hospital. 

He was born on September 23, 1957 in Sierra Vista, Arizona to the late Wesley Morris Sr. and Dorothy Horton.

Wesley was a Group Leader at Espey Manufacturing for many years.  He was very enthusiastic about technology, especially one who enjoys the advances in computers, be it surfing the net, doing work, playing games or Facebooking.  He was a loving, kind and caring person always willing to help others.

Clifford L. Hoag

Clifford L. Hoag, age 78, passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2016 at Saratoga Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on January 7, 1938 in Town of Moreau, NY to the late Leo Hoag and Isabelle Potter.

Clifford was a truck driver for Agway for many years.  He loved boating, Nascar Racing, and he loved John Deere Tractors.  He also enjoyed his Model A “Hattie” and doing parades. He especially loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

He was a long time truck driver and he would say all the time “I could back up more miles than most people drove forward”.  Clifford inspired everyone he met with his gentleness and love.  He loved to laugh and cause laughter, he had a joke for everyone. He was very kind-hearted and will be greatly missed.

William F. "Bill" Cole

June 18^th, 1940 – January 10^th, 2016

On the morning of January 10^th, 2016, Bill passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the home of his son and daughter-in-law, in New York, at the age of 75.  Bill was born in Divines Corners, New York, to the parents of William J. Cole and Alice Geer, as the younger brother to Arthur Cole and twin to Robert Cole. 

Bill was well loved by those in his family and community.  Although stricken early on with a debilitating disease, Bill could always be relied on for his sense of humor, his determination to continue to walk and never once complained about the many hardships he endured.  Bill was actively involved in the betterment of his country and community serving for the United States Army Reserves, Schrade Walden Cutlery in Ellenville, NY and plant foreman for 3D Block in Bridgeville, NY and Loch Sheldrake Liquror Store.  He volunteered as a Town of Fallsburg Little League coach until 1982; President of the Hurleyville Fire Department and an active member for 45yrs. In later years, he moved to enjoy warmer weather and close family ties in North Carolina. 

Gordon Garner Katz

Gordon Garner Katz, age 63 passed away unexpectedly on January 8, 2016 at his family home in Wilton.

He was born on August 18, 1952 in Ossining, New York to Morris Katz and Natalie Garner.

Gordon worked at BJ Wholesale as a tire specialist for 10 years. 

Gordon enjoyed racing, camping cooking kayaking and hiking. He also loved taking pictures of everything and everyone. Gordon was known as the man about town. He was loved by everyone and enjoyed his daily time spent at Congress Park.

Steven C. Denegar

WATERFORD - Steven C. Denegar, age 31, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 3, 2016 at home.

He was born on November 24, 1984 in Albany, NY to Michael Snider and Ellen Mapes.   

Steven was a cook at TJ’s Café in Albany for many years.  Steven loved to cook, and skate boarding, and most importantly, he loved to dance and was a comedian. He was a man with a big heart and a sense of humor that made him friends with all who met him.

Ruth A. Hollner

BALLSTON SPA. – Ruth A. Hollner, age 90, passed away on December 14, 2015 at St. Peter’s Hospital surrounded by her loving family. 

She was born on August 21, 1925 in Albany, NY to the late Frederick Anamier and Anne Dana.

Ruth graduated from Albany High School.

She was a secretary at RTA, in Albany for many years.  She was extremely generous. She was a kind, loving and a warm person who will be greatly missed by her family and friends. 

Dorothy Almeda (Dominy) Sunderland

SARATOGA SPRINGS - Dorothy Almeda (Dominy) Sunderland, age 91, passed into the arms of our Lord on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at Wesley Nursing Home.

She was born on May 17, 1924 in the town of Ellenburg, NY to the late Peter and Matilda Tillie Spoor Dominy.

Dorothy was a homemaker who was kind, loving and a warm person who will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Dorothy is survived by her brothers; Jim Dominy of Oriskany, NY and Jake Dominy of  Rome, NY, her children; Karen Sunderland of Reno, NV, Linda Sunderland of Saratoga Springs, NY, Kim Anderson of Ballston Spa., NY and her daughter-in-law; Margaret (Wall) Sunderland of Ft. Edward, NY.  Her grandchildren and great grandchildren; Tracy Novotny of Greenfield, NY, Michelle Realejo and her son Gavin of New Bedford, MA, Heather LaMarque and her sons Eric Sunderland and Owen LaMarque of Hudson Falls, NY, Kristin Anderson and her son Raymond Dacier of Ballston Spa., NY, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Edward Walczak

SARATOGA SPRINGS - Edward Walczak, age 79, passed away on December 2, 2015 at Saratoga Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on April 21, 1936 in Gloversville, NY to the late Emerson Jones and Genevieve Kopcinska.

Edward graduated from Johnstown High School, class of 1954.  Ed was an avid sportsman during high school, he played football, baseball and basketball.   

Edward was the owner/operator of the Golden Grill Tavern in Saratoga Springs for over 30 years in the Saratoga Springs area. 

Solomon Figelman

Solomon (Sol) Figelman, Charlottesville, Virginia - Sol Figelman, formerly of Saratoga Springs, died November 30, 2015 in Charlottesville, Virginia. 

Sol was born on November 10, 1919, at 75 Orchard Street, New York City.  He grew up at 120 Grand Avenue in a neighborhood which at that time was mostly Italian and African American.  He got along well with everyone, and it was there that his easy-going, trusting nature was forged. 

Marcelino “Marcel” Roman

SARATOGA SPRINGS - Marcelino “Marcel” Roman, age 68, passed away on Monday, November 30, 2015 in Saratoga Springs, New York surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on February 10, 1947 in Aquadilla, Puerto Rico to Juan Roman and Nicomedes Sanchez.

Marcel proudly served our country in the United States Army and later graduated from the University of Akron.  He was an engineer for many years and later enjoyed a successful real estate career.

He was a devoted father and husband who loved nothing more than spending time with his family.  He was a great example to his three daughters and grandchildren, exhibiting the true meaning of family. He enjoyed day trips with his dear wife and doting on his grandchildren   He loved to vacation in Puerto Rico where he always shared many laughs with his brothers and sisters.  He will be profoundly missed by his family and friends.

Lori (Coppola) Rubaszek

MIDDLE GROVE- Lori (Coppola) Rubaszek, 52, passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2015.

She was born in Glens Falls and is the daughter of Marion Coppola and the late Frank Coppola Sr.  Lori was predeceased by her husband Stephen in 2013. Lori was a graduate of Adirondack Community College where she had earned her nursing degree. 

Fred Jurgens

SARATOGA SPRINGS     On Wednesday, November 25, 2015, Fred "Freddy" Jurgens of Saratoga Springs journeyed to his final heavenly home.  At his request, he was able to spend his last days in the home he built and passed away peacefully within the presence of his family.  He was 84.

Fred was born in Bochum, Germany and throughout his childhood lived in different areas of Germany.  He faced many difficult and dangerous times as a consequence of WW2.  The ability to survive those times instilled an inner strength in Fred that he maintained throughout his entire adult life.

In search of a better life after the war he sailed to Canada in 1951.  It was there that he met his British future wife, Anne Porter.  They were married in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada in 1954 and emigrated to the USA to begin their new life together in 1956.  They became US citizens in 1962.

Glenn Azon

SARATOGA SPRINGS – Glenn Azon, 59, of Porter Corners, passed away on Friday, November 20, 2015 at Saratoga Hospital.

He was born in Woodside, Queens and was the son of the late Jose and Aurora Blandino Azon. Glenn graduated from Music & Art High School in New York City in 1974. 

He was very involved with the music and played a variety of woodwind instruments. Music was a very important part of Glenn’s life. He began playing with a band at age 15 which performed at weddings and parties. Glenn was blessed with perfect pitch and was known to irritate many of his teachers when he had to correct them. Glenn attended John Jay College where he studied criminal justice and became a police officer for the Metro North Police Department. In 1979, he began working at the Long Island Railroad where he attained the rank of Sergeant. In 1986, Glenn entered a vigorous 15 month training program to become a Locomotive Engineer, retiring in 2009.

Russell E. "Joe' Duffney

Russell E. “Joe” Duffney, age 71, passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at Saratoga Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on September 18, 1944 in Saratoga Springs, NY to the late Francis Duffney and Gertrude Bennett. 

Russell E. DuBois

GANSEVOORT, NY - Russell E. DuBois, age 88, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 12, 2015 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on January 30, 1927 in Chicago, IL to the late Arthur Joseph DuBois and Helen Dorothy Dana.

At the families request, there will be no calling hours or service.

Maryetta M. (Dopp) Harris

BALLSTON SPA – Maryetta M. (Dopp) Harris, age 90, passed away peacefully at Saratoga Center for Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing (formerly Maplewood Manor) on Tuesday, November 17, 2015, after a brief illness.

Born in Amsterdam on April 1, 1925, she was the daughter of Carrie (O’Brien) Dopp and Edward Dopp. Maryetta was predeceased by both parents, as well as her brother, Laverne Dopp.

In her early years, Maryetta was an accomplished vocalist, and was a member of the Mohawk Mills Choral Society for 15 years; she also had her own radio program on WGFM in 1946.