William O. “Will” Rider
August 30, 2010
ALBANY – William O. “Will” Rider, 11, of Albany, died Monday, August 30, 2010 at Albany Medical Center Hospital. Will was born in Albany and lived here all his life. He was a student at the Wildwood School in Schenectady. He is survived by his parents Brian and Mary Rider; his sister Katherine Eberle; his grandmother Patricia Rhodes of Albany; and by several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his grandparents Owen Rhodes and William and Delores Rider.
Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany today from 4-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Those who wish to remember Will in a special way, and to help other children like Will may make contributions in his name to Wildwood Foundation, Inc., 2995C Curry Rd Extension, Schenectady,NY 12303. To leave a message of condolence for the family, or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
Joan M. Coyne
August 30, 2010
ALBANY -- Joan (St. Onge) Coyne, 82, born in Albany, NY, died Sunday, August 29, 2010 at St. Peter’s Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late Godfrey Joseph and Fabiola St. Onge.
She attended Vincentian Institute High School and graduated from the St. Catherine School of Nursing. Joan was a member of the Albany County Home Bureau for over 50 years and a member of the Christ Our Light (formerly St. Francis de Sales) Craft Club. She was a communicant of All Saints Catholic Church (formerly St. Margaret Mary’s Church) and a member of their Seniors and Granny Squares. She was also a member of AARP Chapter #78.
Her grandchildren were a great source of pride to her and she took great joy in watching them grow and witnessing their accomplishments. Joan also enjoyed crafts, gardening, and traveling to Florida in the winter with her dear friends.
She was predeceased by her husband, the late Charles V. Coyne in 2001. She is survived by her five children, Fred and Zizi Coyne of Bradenton, FL, John and Holly Coyne of Albany, NY, Edward (Bender) and Jeanine Coyne of Latham, NY, Mary Anne and Bill Clark of Albany, NY, and Patricia and Edward Eaton of Albany, NY. She is also survived by her loving grandchildren, Matthew Coyne, Timmy Coyne, Jacqueline Coyne, Beth Coyne, Joseph Eaton, Sean Eaton, Jenna Clark, Ryan Clark, Emira Tucker and great granddaughter Shiloh Tucker. She was the sister of Joseph (Margaret) St. Onge and Lucille Foster. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Sr. Mary Frederick Coyne, Helen Coyne, and Peg St. Onge, as well as several nieces and nephews and close friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to call on Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Avenue, Albany. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at All Saints Catholic Church, Homestead Street, Albany. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to All Saints Catholic Church, 1158 Western Ave., Albany, NY 12203. To leave a message of condolence for the family or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com .
Ruth E. Logan
August 27, 2010
SLINGERLANDS – Ruth E. Logan, most recently residing in the Beverwyck and Terrace retirement homes in Slingerlands, a lifelong resident of Albany, died Friday, August 20, 2010. She was 95 years old. Born in Albany on March 24, 1915, she was the first of two daughters born to John Joseph Duffy and Elizabeth Wicks Duffy. Growing up in Albany, Ruth was a standout in school sports including soccer and field hockey and was a top student. She attended the State University College at Albany and graduated in 1936. After college, Ruth began working for the State of New York. She served in the United States Marines as a meteorologist, training at Quantico, Virginia and serving in Oklahoma, during World War II. After the war, Ruth earned a Masters of Arts in Political Science from Columbia University in 1947. She then returned to her pre-war job, eventually rising to a top administrative position in the Office of the New York State Comptroller in the Alfred E. Smith Building in Albany, where her nieces proudly visited her while taking school field trips to the city. She was married to John Logan in 1955, remaining wedded until his death in 1982. The two enjoyed a happy marriage filled with travel, golf, bridge and bowling with friends, and relaxation at their summer camp at Spring Lake, New York. After John’s death, Ruth continued to spend her summers at Spring Lake for more than 30 years, enjoying morning coffee on the deck, canoeing, and bridge.
One of Ruth’s lifelong joys was travel. Beginning with her experiences in the Marines and a cross country trip with close friends, Ruth’s travels extended all over the continental United States, Alaska, Europe, Asia, Africa, and, most recently, to the Galapagos Islands at age 86. She traveled with her husband John during their marriage and also with her lifelong friends Margie Carey and Connie Parkinson. Ruth was an avid golfer into her nineties, winning a Beverwyck putting contest at the age of 91. She was also an opera enthusiast, a lover of art and art museums, and an eager learner, taking classes into her eighties. And Ruth was a generous supporter of numerous and varied charitable organizations.
In her last decade, she continued to walk two miles every day, read the newspapers in the morning, and visit with her friends Ann, Mary, and Marilyn on a regular basis.
Though Ruth had no children, she had very warm relationships with her three nieces and her younger sister, all of whom stayed involved with her throughout her life.
Ruth will be remembered as an adventurous woman, always upbeat, and never a complainer. She will also be remembered for her competitive nature, her independence and “can do” personality, and her quick wit, as she was always ready with a one-liner. She was charming and lovable, beloved by all who knew her well.
Ruth is survived by her sister Marion DuMont of Amherst, MA, her niece Elizabeth Chafetz and husband Mel Chafetz of Suffield, CT, her niece Darcy DuMont of Amherst, MA, and her niece Dana DuMont and husband Scott Taylor of Richmond, VA, and her four great-nieces and –nephew, Elana Chafetz, Jessie Carleton, Elizabeth DuMont-McCaffrey, and Aidan DuMont-McCaffrey.
A memorial service will be held at the Hans Funeral Home in Albany at a later date. To leave a message of condolence for the family or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com .
Paul E. Reynolds
August 17, 2010
ALBANY – Paul E. Reynolds, 97, of Albany, died Monday, August 16, 2010 at St. Peter’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born in Albany June 29, 1913, he was the son of the late Edward and Catherine Hughes Reynolds. He was a graduate of Christian Brothers Academy, class of 1931, and enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps at the beginning of World War II in February 1942. During the war he served in the battles of Guadalcanal, Cape Gloucester, and Peleliu Island, where he was wounded and later awarded the Purple Heart. He was employed by the Albany Garage for 27 years, and by Albany Appliance Distributors for 27 years. He retired in 1989. Mr. Reynolds had a great devotion to Our Blessed Mother and the Rosary. He was a communicant of the former Holy Cross Church in Albany.
Mr. Reynolds was predeceased by his wife Catherine Cassidy Reynolds, and his sister Rita Reynolds Manderville. He is survived by his beloved son Paul E. Reynolds, Jr., and by several nieces, nephews, and grand nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Friday morning at 8:45, and from there to All Saints Catholic Church (formerly St. Margaret Mary’s Church), Homestead St., Albany at 9:30. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Thursday from 4-7 p.m. Interment will be in Our Lady Help of Christians Cemetery, Glenmont. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to All Saints Catholic Academy, 10 Rosemont St., Albany, NY 12203.
The family of Mr. Reynolds would like to express their deep appreciation to the staff of St. Peter’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for the fine care they gave him during his stay. To leave a message of condolence for the family or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com .
Sarah Campbell
August 15, 2010
MONTGOMERY, TX – Sarah Laviano Burby Campbell, 90, formerly of Albany, died Monday, August 9, 2010 at her daughter’s home in Montgomery, Texas after battling a long illness. Sarah lived in Albany for many years, and was employed by Blue Cross Blue Shield of NY. After retiring, she and her husband moved to Port Charlotte, FL for a time, and then for the past 18 years lived in Willis, TX. Sarah will be remembered as a caring, giving, and joyful person and will be missed dearly. May God bless her.
Sarah is survived by her husband Elmer Campbell; her daughters Jeanette Allan (Damian) of Montgomery, TX and Joyce Martin (Tom) of Albany; her son Philip Cassera of Greenfield, CA; her brother Vincent Laviano of Troy; and by eleven grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany Saturday morning at 8:45, and from there to All Saints Catholic Church (formerly St. Margaret Mary’s Church), Homestead St., Albany at 9:30. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Friday from 4-7 p.m. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. To leave a message of condolence for the family or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com .
Jon N. Gray
August 6, 2010
GUILDERLAND – Jon N. Gray, 68, of Guilderland, died suddenly Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at Nathan Littauer Hospital in Gloversville while vacationing with his family on Great Sacandaga Lake. Jon was born in South Portland, ME, and lived in the Capital District since the early 1970’s. He served in the Air Force in Germany from 1959 -- 1963 and was a graduate of SUNY Cobleskill. He served as director of food service for the Sterling Winthrop Research Institute in Rensselaer for many years. He was an owner of the Floral Designs shop in Colonie, and worked for many years in food service management at Alterra, Atria and the Eddy. Following his retirement, he eagerly explored new adventures, joining H&R Block in 2002, rapidly advancing to Senior Tax Advisor. His warmth and generosity earned him literally hundreds of loyal clients.
Jon was a loving husband and incredible father. He thoroughly and completely devoted himself to his family. He spent many wonderful days on his motorboat teaching his daughter to water-ski and wake board. Jon brought great joy entertaining his family and friends with his culinary skills. He loved golf and was an ardent Yankees fan.
Jon is survived by his beloved wife Carol Bianco Gray, and his cherished children Lainie and Bobbie. Other survivors include brothers David Gray of St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands, Bruce Hanken (Carol) of Maine; his sisters Betsey Keyes of Texas and Linda Stultz (Al) of Maine. He is also survived by his much loved father-in-law Donald Bianco (Sharon) of Florida, and brothers-in-law John Bianco (Mercedes) of Florida; Don and Chris Bianco of California; along with nine nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Monday morning at 10:00 a.m., and from there to Christ the King Church, Sumter Ave., Guilderland at 11:00 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Sunday from 4-8 p.m. The parish family of Christ the King Church will gather at 4:30 pm Sunday in the funeral home for a service of prayer and remembrance. Interment will be in the Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Center for Disability Services Foundation, 314 So. Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208; Church of Christ the King, 20 Sumter Ave., Albany, NY 12203; or the Food Pantries for the Capital District, 32 Essex Street, Albany, NY 12206. To leave a message of condolence for the family or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com .
Carl J. Pierce, Jr.
August 4, 2010
GALWAY – Carl J. Pierce, Jr., 84, of Galway, died Wednesday, August 4, 2010 with his family by his side at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. Mr. Pierce was born in Portland, ME, and was raised in Cooperstown, NY and Essex, NY. During World War II he served in the U.S. Army Air Corps, and in 1947 he moved to Albany. In 1992 he moved to Galway. He was employed for 35 years by the New York Telephone Co. in Albany, where he was a Vail Medal recipient. After retiring he worked part time at several jobs and volunteered for the Meals on Wheels program. He was a member of the First Church in Albany, and the West Charlton United Presbyterian Church. He also was a member of the American Legion for 65 years, and was a Mason, and enjoyed hunting, fishing and boating especially at Lake Champlain.
Mr. Pierce is survived by his wife Aileen E. Donnan; his former wife Elizabeth “Betty” Pierce of Latham; his children Polly Bliss (Larry) of Willsboro, NY, Covel Chase Pierce (Mary Jo) of Ballston Lake, Deborah Paris (Michael) of Latham, Pamela Pierce of Clifton Park, Carl J. Pierce, III (Kim) of Albany, and Peter Pierce (Christy McCormick) of Rotterdam; his grandchildren Laura Bliss (Michael Carson), Sarah Bliss (James Hammaker), Melanie Bliss-Hall (David), Matthew Pierce (Anna Franklin), Amy Pierce, Brianna Pierce and Jennifer Pierce; and by his great grandchildren Alexandra Bliss and Michael Carson.
A memorial service will be held in the West Charlton United Presbyterian Church, 1331 Sacandaga Rd., West Charlton, NY 12010 on Saturday August 7th at 11:00 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Church in West Charlton, or to the First Church in Albany, 110 North Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12207. To leave a message of condolence for the family please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
Concetta M. “Connie” Testa
August 1, 2010
ALBANY – Concetta M. “Connie” Testa, 89, of Albany, died Saturday, July 31, 2010 at her home with her family at her side. Mrs. Testa was born in Albany, the daughter of the late Antonio and Rosaria Ravida, and lived here all her life. She was employed in retail sales for several area stores, and was a communicant of St. John’s Church and All Saints Catholic Church (the former St. Margaret Mary’s Church). She was active in her churches and was a member of the church Rosary Society.
Mrs. Testa is survived by her beloved husband of 70 years, Alfred V. Testa; her sons Rosario “Ross” Testa (Donna) of Guilderland, Anthony Testa (Connie) of No. Easton, MA, and Alfred D. Testa (Sue) of Albany; her grandchildren Michael Testa, Allison McHugh, Stephanie Ballard, Alfred V. Testa, and Andrea Hallock; her great grandson Tyler Domings; and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister Mary Scaringe.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Thursday morning at 8:45, and from there to All Saints Catholic Church (the former St. Margaret Mary’s Church) at 9:30. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205. To leave a message of condolence for the family, or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com .