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[ Return to Index ] [ Read Prev Msg ] [ Read Next Msg ] Montgomery County, New York Obituary and Death Notices Collection GenealogyBuff.com - Montgomery County, New York Obituary Collection - 2007-1 Posted By: GenealogyBuff.com Date: Thursday, 31 December 2020, at 10:41 p.m. System Mechanic - Clean, repair, protect, and speed up your PC! Walter B. Horton Born in Live Oak, Florida on May 9, 1918 At Rest Nov. 9, 2007 and resided in Amsterdam, NY. Visitation: Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2007 Service: Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007 Cemetery: Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery Walter B. Horton, 89, of Upper Market Street, passed into the arms of the Lord on Friday evening at his home. Born in Live Oak, Florida on May 9, 1918, he was the son of Roosevelt and Lillie R. J. Brown Horton. He lived in New York City for many years and worked for the city’s Transit System until he retired. He moved to Amsterdam in 1989. While in New York, he was a member of the Masonic Palestine Lodge #79, serving as Past Master, a member of the Adoniran Chapter #2, the Pilgrim Commandery, King David Grand Consistory, the Crescent Temple and AAONMS Lodge. During World War II, he served with the US Army in the European Theater as a private first class. Walter was awarded the European, African and Good Conduct medals. A wonderful and devoted family man, he was a member of the Calvary Assembly Of God in Amsterdam. He leaves his beloved wife, Celina Nova Horton whom he married on May 24, 1972. A daughter; Xiomara Nova of New York City and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services are Thursday at 11:00 am at the Calvary Assembly Of God Church, 200 East main Street. Pastor Siegfried Ignecia officiating. Interment is in the Saratoga BH Solomon National Veteran’s Cemetery , Schuylerville. Relatives and friends are invited and may call on Wednesday evening from 4-7 pm at the Betz, Rossi & Bellinger Family Funeral Home, 171 Guy Park Avenue. Contributions may be made in his memory to Calvary Assembly Of God, in care of the funeral home office. Alberta Thomas Riccio Born in Providence, Rhode Island on Nov. 12, 2007 At Rest Nov. 12, 2007 and resided in Amsterdam, NY. Visitation: Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2007 Mass of Christian Burial: Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007 Cemetery: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Alberta Thomas Riccio, 90, formally of 26 Wall Street, passed away at dawn on Saturday, November 10, at Mountain Valley Hospice, with her daughters by her side. Alberta was born on August 4, 1917, in Providence, R.I. She was the daughter of Albert Thomas of Ontario, Canada, and Mary Veronica McCarthy of Lowell, Mass. Very early in her childhood, her father bestowed upon her the nickname “Princess Pete,’ and thus she was known as “Pete” by her nearest-and-dearest, for the rest of her life. Unfortunately, her parents fell on hard times. Her beloved mother had no choice, given the constraints of the era, and hence, at the age of seven, Alberta, along with her three siblings, entered the Troy Orphanage. Despite this set-back, Alberta demonstrated a sincere belief in the basic goodness of humanity, and an indominitable optimism, that were to characterize her, throughout her days. She often told her daughters of the many kindnesses shown her at the “T.O.A” and spoke fondly of her experiences there. When she was a teenager, the orphanage chose to send Alberta, as a superb treat, to the Chicago World’s Fair of 1934. It was her first foray into the bigger world, and, despite the honor of having been chosen, she was frightened. She timidly boarded the train, but in the end, she had a wonderful time. She was graduated from Troy High School, having been voted “Shyest Girl” by her classmates (her tendency to blush, when spoken to, was legendary). Upon graduation, Alberta trained as a secretary, and accepted a secretarial position at a law firm in Troy. But soon, again, she felt the bigger world calling her, and Alberta once again boarded a train, and headed to New York City. She got a job as a secretary on Wall Street, and took a room at the Brooklyn YWCA. Her roommate at the “Y” was a young woman named Florence Thompson, from Vermont. It was a perfect match. Florence and “Petey”----“The T-Twins” as they were known---- became wonderful (and life-long) friends, and shared many adventures in their years together, in New York, during WW 2. Also whilst in NYC, Alberta met a young man from Amsterdam, New York : Peter Riccio, who was then a student at Brooklyn Law School. They were married in 1947. From that time to the end of her life, Alberta resided in Amsterdam. The great love of Alberta’s life was her four daughters. But she also believed very strongly that women should have ‘something of their own,’ beyond the experience of motherhood. She thoroughly enjoyed each of her forays into the world of employment. She was a secretary for the Amsterdam Printing Company; one of the first operators of the old “Watt’s Line”; she was also a secretary at Theodore Roosevelt Junior High School, and ultimately, a secretary for GASD. Officially ‘retired,’ she felt she still had a lot to contribute. She took a job with the Office for the Aging, and contributed regularly to “The Sentinel,” the OFA’s newspaper. Alberta was a voracious reader, and some of her most transcendent moments were occasioned by the words she found between the pages of a book. She especially admired the novels of Edith Wharton. Alberta was also beautifully spoken. In all her days, never did a grammatical error escape her lips. She loved words; thoughts; aphorisms; a beautifully-turned phrase. In her later years, she kept herself very informed regarding politics and world events, and she was never afraid to speak her mind. She enjoyed debating the issues of the day with friends and family. Until recently, she was a furious spokeswoman against the George W. Bush Administration. Many Amsterdamians will remember her regular contributions to the “Letters to the Editor” page of THE RECORDER. But ultimately, more than books or politics, it was the subject of LIFE that most engaged her. She deemed herself “The Old Philosopher,” and her beloved daughters were the fortunate beneficiaries of their mother’s tender but profound exhortations to live and love well, but wisely. In her lifetime, Alberta ---“Shyest Girl” turned “Strongest Woman” ---suffered many trials. Graciously and courageously, she turned them all, through her spirit of goodness, patience, and belief, into triumphs. For that, she will be remembered by those who knew and loved her best. Alberta is survived by her four daughters: Maria Riccio Bryce, Michela Riccio, and Constance Riccio, all of Amsterdam, and Sophie (Kevin) Kozak of Birmingham, Alabama; one adored sister, Constance Levine of Florida; two beloved brothers: Worthen “Tim” Thomas of Rensselaer, recently re-located to Texas; and Frederick (Rosalma) Thomas of Chevy Chase, MD. There are also her nine grandchildren, who were showered with her love and wisdom, and who will remember her always: Duncan (Shirmay), Andrew, and Peter Bryce; Michael and Thomas Kozak; Salvatore Fringo and Sarah Riccio; and Caleb and John Sherry. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, and four special friends: Margaret Bielawa, “Pet” Novak, Ramona Gralewski, and Oliva Wickes. Alberta’s daughters would like to thank Amsterdam Community Hospice, and especially the wonderful and grace-filled staff of Mountain Valley Hospice, for the tender and compassionate care shown their mother in the last months of her life. Calling hours are Wednesday from 5 – 8 PM at the Betz, Rossi & Bellinger Family Funeral Home, 171 Guy Park Avenue. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 11AM at St. Mary’s Church, with Rev. Dominic P. Isopo officiating. Interment is in Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Contributions may be made in Alberta’s memory to the Amsterdam Free Library, 28 Church Street, Amsterdam, in care of the funeral home. Ann C. Kutchis Born in Dekalb, Illinois on Mar. 8, 1913 At Rest Nov. 11, 2007 and resided in Amsterdam, NY. Visitation: Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2007 Service: Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2007 Funeral Mass: Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2007 Cemetery: St. Casimir's Cemetery Ann C. Kutchis 94, of East Main Street, passed away Sunday morning at her home with her daughter at her side. Born in Dekalb, Ill. On March 8, 1913, she was the daughter of the late Simon and Agatha Chesnelis and came to Amsterdam as a child. Ann worked for a number of years by the State Of New York Parole Department as a statistics clerk until she retired in 1981. She was an active parishioner of St. Casimir’s Roman Catholic Church singing with the former St. Cecilia Choir. She was also a member of the Living Rosary Society and St. Casimir’s Ladies Auxiliary. Ann enjoyed excellent health her entire life and loved to travel and spend time with family and friends. She especially loved to complete crossword puzzles. She was predeceased by her husband, Anthony Kutchis whom she married on August 5, 1934 and a sister, Sophie Chesnelis. She leaves her beloved daughter and best friend, Virginia “Ginny” Kutchis of Amsterdam; a niece, Norma Hardies; a nephew, Raymond Wassel and cousins, Edward and Leona Zakarka and family. Services are Wednesday at 11:30 am at the Betz, Rossi & Bellinger Family Funeral Home, 171 Guy Park Avenue, followed by the Funeral Mass at 12 noon at St. Casimir’s Church. Fr. David Mickiewicz , celebrant. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery. A calling hour will precede the service at 10:30 am. Contributions may be made in Ann’s memory to the Cemetery Fund of St. Casimir’s or Community Hospice Of Amsterdam, both in care of the funeral home office. Paul Michael Taber Born in Amsterdam, New York on Feb. 14, 1962 At Rest Nov. 12, 2007 and resided in Amsterdam, NY. Visitation: Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2007 Funeral Mass: Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2007 Cemetery: St. John's Cemetery Paul Michael Taber, 45, of Glen Avenue passed away unexpectedly Monday, November 12, 2007 at St. Mary’s Hospital. He was born in Amsterdam on February 14, 1962 a son of Harold and MaryAnn (Tallman) Taber. Paul was raised and attended schools in the Amsterdam area having graduated from Amsterdam High School in 1980. In earlier years, Paul was employed with Liberty Enterprises as a House Supervisor and later as a manager. He then worked as a Sales Manager for Alpin Haus in Amsterdam and Clifton Park where he was employed at the current time. He enjoyed country music, having attended concerts recently, playing cards, spending time with his sons, occasionally camping and fishing with them, playing golf often, playing softball, and, of course, riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle which he was well known for. He was also known for his patient, kind-hearted manner. Paul was hard-working, loyal and kind, always putting others ahead of himself. He will be sadly missed by all of his family, co-workers, and many friends. Paul’s loving family includes his mother, MaryAnn Taber of Amsterdam, his father, Harold Taber of Delanson, two sons, Daniel and Steven Taber of Amsterdam, his beloved companion, Diane Sollecito of Amsterdam, his sister, Melinda Taber of Amsterdam, his brother, John (Susan) Taber of Amsterdam, nieces and nephews, Jessica, Brett, Andrew, Amy, Kristin and Katie, and one great-niece, Ani. Two aunts, two uncles, a great-aunt and cousins also survive. Funeral Services will be at 1:45PM on Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at Betz, Rossi & Bellinger Family Funeral Home, 171 Guy Park Avenue, Amsterdam. A Funeral Mass will follow at 2:30 PM at St. John The Baptist Roman Catholic Church with Fr. David Mickiewicz as celebrant. Interment will be in the Parish Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends this evening from 4:00 to 8:00PM at the funeral home. Donations in Paul’s memory may be made to Montgomery County S.P.C.A., P.O. Box 484, Amsterdam, NY, or to the Liberty Foundation, P.O. Box 515, Amsterdam, NY. Thomas Alfred Blood, Sr. Born on Feb. 5, 1946 At Rest Nov. 4, 2007 and resided in Orlando, FL. Service: Sunday, Nov. 11, 2007 Thomas Alfred Blood Sr. On November 4, 2007, Thomas (Tom) Alfred Blood Sr. 61, passed away after a brief illness in Orlando, Fla. Tom was born on February 5, 1946 to his proud parents Floyd and Margaret Blood. He was predeceased by both of his loving parents. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Nancy (Constantine) Blood. Two sons survive him: Thomas Alfred Blood Jr. of Orlando, Fl., Jason ( Celeste) Blood of Orlando, Fl. and his daughter Jessica Blood of Orlando, Fl . Tom leaves behind four grandchildren: Ashley Blood of Amsterdam, NY, Zoie Petty of Orlando, FL, Lila Blood of Orlando, Fl. and Michael Thomas Blood of Amsterdam, NY. Tom was a devoted grandfather, his grandchildren called him ‘Papa’. Tom leaves behind his loving family: Dr. George Herring and Martin Blood of Oakland, CA, and Robert Herring of Saratoga, NY. Patricia Blood of Albany, NY, Margaret Beekman of Amsterdam, NY, Beatrice K. Blood and Charlene Blood-Ellison of Schenectady, NY. His brothers Charles Herring and Dr. Paul W. Blood Herring predeceased him. His Uncle Henry Blood Sr. of Dayton, OH, and his aunts also survive Tom: Anna Crossley of Lawrenceville, GA. and Catherine Daniels of Amsterdam, NY. Tom also leaves behind many cousins, nieces and nephews and friends. Tom graduated in 1964 from Wilbur H. Lynch High School in Amsterdam, NY. After graduation, he enlisted in the Navy during the Vietnam War and served for four years. After his tour of duty, Tom returned to Amsterdam, NY. He worked at Coleco for many years and then worked in the maintenance department at FMCC until retiring in February, 2005. He worked at Sea World in Orlando, FL. until his death. He spent the last two and a half years with his family in Orlando, FL. Tom was a devoted family man and loved his children and grandchildren. Tom was an avid sports fan. He has always been a fan of the Giants-‘Big Blue.’ He never gave up on the Dodgers even after they moved to LA. Tom spent the last 16 years ministering and preaching the words of Jesus Christ at the First Apostolic Church in Ft. Johnson, NY and then at Cypress Grove Fellowship in Orlando, FL. Tom’s teachings to the youth was to stay in the Church and to know Jesus. Family and friends are invited to come and celebrate the life of Tom at the Betz, Rossi & Bellinger Family Funeral Home, 171 Guy Park Ave. Amsterdam, NY . On Sunday, November 11, 2007 at 4:00 PM. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to a Youth Group Fund in care of Betz, Rossi, Bellinger Funeral Home, 171 Guy Park Ave. Amsterdam, NY 12010. U.S., Obituary Collection, 1930-Current [ Return to Index ] [ Read Prev Msg ] [ Read Next Msg ] Montgomery County, New York Obituary and Death Notices Collection is maintained by GenealogyBuff with WebBBS 5.12.

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