Cannon Funeral Home

06/17/2026

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06/16/2026

Donald M. Ogborn

OLD FORGE — Donald M. Ogborn, (Suds) 76, formerly of Colonie, passed away peacefully on Thursday June 11th, 2026, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Donald J. Ogborn Sr. and Susie Scaligeri Ogborn.

Donald worked as an insulator with Local 40 Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers in Albany and served as a former officer. He was also a talented carpenter who took great pride in his craftsmanship. Don enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a life member of the Albany County Fish & Game Club and was a former officer. He was a lifetime member of the NRA. He was also an avid Mets fan. Above all, he was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and friend.

He was the beloved husband of 56 years to Lynn Ogborn. Don was the devoted father of Kelly (Jason) Marx, Domonick (Vikki)Ogborn, and Kimberly (Anthony) Mastrianni. He was the cherished “Poppy” of Shelby (Nick) Bateman, Aubrie (Haylee) Ensminger, Michael Ogborn, Anthony and Vincent Mastrianni. He was also the proud great-grandfather (Poppy with the deers) of Shayne and Nolan Bateman and Maverick Ensminger.

Don was the brother of Judy Ogborn and the late Bobby and Rick Ogborn. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his family, Don leaves behind special neighbors and dear friends that became family in Old Forge, including Jr. Murphy, Lisa, and Jerry Raneri whose friendship meant so much to him.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the physicians, nurses, and staff of MVHS Medical Group – Town of Webb for their compassionate care, support, and kindness throughout Don’s illness.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Don’s family on Friday from 4 to 7 pm at Cannon Funeral Home, 2020 Central Ave., Colonie. Funeral services will be Saturday morning at 10:30 at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery. To leave a message of condolence for the family, visit www.CannonFuneral.com

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06/13/2026

Jacqueline A. Trahan

Rotterdam - Jacqueline A. Trahan, 92, of Rotterdam, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2026 at her residence, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island and was the daughter of the late Loretta and Joseph Galvin. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 64 years, Larry Trahan and her cherished son Neal Trahan. Jacqueline is the devoted mother of Laurie (James) Brisbin, Deborah Trahan, Kathleen Trahan (Doug Fiorillo) and Christine (Brian) Kosineski. She is the much-loved Grams of Larri Fish, Dana Hope, Brittany White, Hannah Brisbin, Abbi Brigan, Ian Brisbin, Julien Brisbin, Alyssa Kosineski, David Kosineski, Joshua Trahan, Nathan Trahan, Ella Trahan and Jared Fiorillo. Jacqueline is the adored GG of Lorelei and Sierra Fish, Jamis and Bodie Brisbin, Penelope Brigan and Sophia and Gummy bear White.

Jacqueline had worked for Campbell Plastics in Rotterdam. Along with raising her five children, she loved hugging her grandchildren and great grandchildren and just living life and watching the laughter and happiness of her family around her. She enjoyed the Rhode Island ocean and beaches, Brian’s cocktails, watching Bob Ross, lobster, lunches at Blue Ribbon, Farmer’s Markets, Celtic music and jewelry and joyful conversation with her daughter’s and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Jacqueline’s family on Monday evening from 4 to 6 pm at Cannon Funeral Home, 2020 Central Ave., Colonie. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice Foundation (communityhospice.org) or the American Foundation for the Prevention of Su***de (afsp.org). To leave a message of condolence for the family, visit www.CannonFuneral.com

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06/11/2026

Mary D. Waikas

In Loving Memory of Mary Dorothy “Omi” Waikas November 1, 1940 – June 3, 2026.

Mary Dorothy Waikas, 85, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Mary was a loving, caring, and a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She dedicated her life to those she loved and was always there when someone needed a helping hand, a listening ear, or words of encouragement. Her kindness, warmth, and unwavering support touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Mary had a passion for traveling, cooking, and shopping. She found joy in preparing meals for family gatherings and creating cherished memories with those she loved most. Family was the center of her world, and she treasured every moment spent with her children, grandchildren, and extended family.

She was predeceased by her beloved grandson, John Holtzman, and by her former husband of 45 years, Jack Waikas.

Mary leaves behind her loving daughters, Margie Waikas and Wendy Marrello; her cherished granddaughters, Angelia Marrello and Amanda Holtzman; her sisters, Jody Denton and Ruth Peek; her great grandchildren Aubrey Holtzman and Salim Saleh, IV along with many beloved nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

Though our hearts are heavy with loss, we find comfort in the countless memories she gave us and the love she shared so freely. Her legacy of compassion, strength, and devotion to family will live on in all who knew and loved her.

Mary will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

*“Those we love don’t go away; they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved still missed and very dear.”

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06/10/2026

Lorene Zabin

Niskayuna - Lorene Zabin, 96, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. She was born on April 19, 1930 in Syracuse, NY, the daughter of the late John Mancina and Mary Yezzi. She was predeceased by her husband of 56 years, Barton B Zabin and her only sibling, Dolores Davis. Lorene graduated from Vincentian Institute and attended Mildred Elley College. She was first and foremost a mom and homemaker, a great cook and a fantastic baker who loved entertaining and socializing. She raised her four children in eleven homes across six states and somehow always managed to create a beautiful home and strong connection to each new community despite the challenges that ensued from all the moves.

Family was paramount and she was immensely proud and connected to her large Italian family, maintaining special relationships with all her nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and grandchildren throughout her life. Lorene is survived by her four children: Barbara Dickson (Eric), Bart Zabin (Lisa), Bonnie Nicolosi (Carl) and Tim Zabin (Tracy); her eight grandchildren: James, Julia, Christopher, Laura, Maria, Jonathan, Thomas and Blaze; and three great-grandchildren: Jack, Claire and Astra. After moving back to upstate NY in the late 70’s Lorene came to love the town of Niskayuna and she was passionate about her involvement in the community. She served as the town’s Deputy Supervisor from 1988-1997. She will be remembered as a strong, spirited, stylish woman who was fun-loving and outgoing. She was outspoken and loved to help and engage with anyone and everyone.

Our family wishes to acknowledge and extend our heartfelt thanks to Jocelyn, Gyandai, Lisa & Mary for the wonderful care and kindness they showed to Mom.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, June 18th at 10 am at St. Kateri Tekakwitha on Union Street. Interment will be private at the Saratoga National Cemetery. For those who wish to remember Lorene please make a donation to a local charity of your choice in her memory or simply extend an offer of kindness to someone in need. To leave a message of condolence for the family, visit www.CannonFuneral.com

06/10/2026

Robert K. Sweet

Glenville – Robert K. Sweet passed away from natural causes at Glendale Home on June 8, 2026, surrounded by his children. Bob was the son of the late Jessie Horton Sweet and Margaret VanAuken Sweet, and was born on July 5, 1934. He graduated from Nott Terrace High School in 1952 and later from Siena College in Loudonville.

Bob was employed as a Division Manager at Sears Roebuck in Schenectady and Syracuse. Upon returning to Schenectady, he took over the family business of Tiemann’s Cleaners and Tailors, Ltd. Bob retired from the business in 1986, and in 1987 he returned to the business world and was the Area Franchisee for Mail Boxes Etc. (UPS Outlets), retiring in 1994. He then began enjoying gardening, traveling, making miniature dollhouses, volunteering, and painting (300) fire hydrants in the City of Schenectady.

Bob served in many organizations, Rotary, Merchants groups, Schenectady Turn Verein, Chamber of Commerce, and was Chairman of the reunions for Nott Terrace High School, class of 1952. He was a member of Good Shepard Lutheran Church in Glenville, New York.

Bob was predeceased in 2014 by his wife of 59 years, Carolyn Tiemann Sweet. He is survived by his children, William Sweet of Glenville, Patti (Paul) Rutherford of Rexford, and Linda Sweet of Scotia. Bob is also survived by his grandchildren, Victor (Alannah) Sweet, Justin (Cara) Rutherford, Nicholas Rutherford, and Connor (Lilly) Rutherford, and Mitchell (Jaxx) Burke, and Mikaela (Matt Center) Burke, and three great-grandchildren; Harrison Sweet, and Liam and Addison Center.

Calling hours and funeral service will be at Cannon Funeral Home, 2020 Central Avenue, Colonie on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 10:00 am. Private interment will be at Parkview Cemetery at a later date. Contributions may be made to a charity of your choice or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org), 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105, or the Double H Ranch (doublehranch.org), 97 Hidden Valley Road Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.

The family would like to thank Glendale Home and Ellis Hospital for their wonderful care and compassion during the past year. To leave a message of condolence for the family, visit www.cannonfuneral.com

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06/09/2026

Walter G. Unverhau

After a full century of life, Walter G. Unverhau died on June 8, 2026, at age 100. Born in Amsterdam, NY, on Feb. 21, 1926, he was son of the late Frederick and Martha (Gelhorn) Unverhau. Following the death of his mother when he was 6, he was raised by a couple in Colonie. He left high school as a senior in 1943 (to enlist in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II, serving as a nose gunner on B-24 military aircraft, primarily flying non-combat enforcement missions throughout Europe near the end of the war.

It was soon after the war when young Walt was spotted playing pinball at the former Hoffman’s Skateland in Colonie by Norma Jeanne Binschoff, who told her friends: “That’s the man I’m going to marry.” She was correct. They were married on Oct. 9, 1948. After living several years in Albany, they moved to Colonie and remained in the same home for 68 years.

After earning his high school GED degree, Walt began a sales and management career at Armour & Co. and later Oscar Mayer before joining the U.S. Postal Service in Albany, where one of his favorite jobs was sorting mail collected along the Albany-Chicago train route in the 1950s. Although he claimed to have done more than enough flying in World War II, he maintained a love of planes, frequently building models and flying remote control planes with his son, David. He was also an adept fisherman on local lakes and streams, as well as being an avid golfer and a ham radio operator, call sign NZLKN. Walt was also a determined survivor, successfully facing down cancer three different times in his life.

Following his retirement from the Postal Service in the 1980s, Walt was a busy gardener and an active member of St. Michael’s Episcopal Church in Colonie, where he and Norma were founding members and he later served in many roles with the church, including as a member of the vestry. He and Norma also enjoyed regular travels to New Jersey, Maine and Florida. He also treasured time spent with his grandsons, Ben and Josh Unverhau. One of Walter's fondest memories was the years that he spent serving on the altar at St. Michael's alongside his son and grandson Ben.

In addition to his parents, Walt was predeceased by his brothers, Curt and Fred Unverhau, as well as his grandson, Josh. He is survived by his wife, Norma; son, David Unverhau (Arleen Reyell) of Colonie; grandson, Ben Unverhau (Jess), of Moreau; and three great-grandchildren, Addalyn, Collin and Gabriel Unverhau, all of Moreau. Also survived by several nieces.

Visitation will be held on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 5pm to 7pm. at the Cannon Funeral Home, 2020 Central Ave., Colonie. On Saturday, a Memorial Service will take place at 10am in St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 49 Killean Park, Colonie.

Memorial donations in Walter's name to St. Michael's Episcopal Church are appreciated. The Church was very dear to him.

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06/03/2026

Cynthia Malloy

Cynthia Malloy, affectionately known by everyone as “Emo” and regarded as a mother to all, went home to the Lord on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at the young age of 75.

Born in Brooklyn, NY in Brookdale Hospital Center on February 28, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Thelma Brown and Ashley Carter. Cynthia was second oldest girl to five children.

Cynthia was a wise, nurturing and creative woman with many talents and a passion for the Most High. Cynthia was a Master Seamstress, and a Home Health Aide. She had a profound passion and love for Christ and would openly share the word whenever the opportunity presented itself. This love and gift landed her at Word of Life Ministries, a faith-based program where she was a Program Manager. Cynthia profoundly influenced and made a significant impact on the people she encountered throughout her life.

In addition to her parents, Cynthia was predeceased by her sister Gwen, niece Sharon, nephews Shawn and Aaron; her son Tracey Lee, husbands Franklin and Charvis, companion Moshe, and granddaughter De’nee.

Cynthia’s love, life and memories are now lived through her brothers Alvin and his sons Jamel and Brandon, Ovadia and his daughters Keymani and Niesha, sister Vivian and her son Thyon, children; Linda (Yafah) Rose, and her children Shetla, Eli, Yic, Late Denee and Cyeisha; son James (Kess) Charvis and children Ieckimyah, Jovanna, Andre, Andrea, Kanzada and Tavis; The late Tracy (Cocham) Lee Charvis, and children, Shaquana and Kree; Daughter, Ivery (Na-Na) Williams, and children Isaiah, Tyleec Charvis, Charles, Charlise and Mielle; and Son, Moesha Charvis children: Lamour, Tyeisha, Moshea, Jada, Channel, Ahmaree; Daughter Latiza (Kimmy) Charvis, children: Latisha, Kaizir (Aka Myni), Treliek, Amere , Bonus child Judy Jackson and her children Tamara and Aden, 44 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of loving family and friends.

Visitation will take place on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 4pm – 6pm, with a Celebration of Life service to begin at 6pm, at Cannon Funeral Home, 2020 Central Ave., Albany NY 12205.

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06/01/2026

Krystyna W. Malczewski

Krystyna “Krysia” Malczewski, 75, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026 after a brief illness. Born on April 23, 1951, in Taras, Poland, she was the daughter of the late Janina (Kulawiak) Synowiec and Franciszek Kulawiak.

Krystyna immigrated to the US with her husband and daughter in the 1980s, making Albany her home. Hard-working and resilient, she worked for SUNY Albany for many years while providing a home with warmth and care for her three daughters who were her greatest pride and joy. Krysia enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, listening to music, taking walks and being in nature. She was kind and generous and her home was open to everyone. She was an excellent cook. Friends and family enjoyed her homemade meals, hospitality and company. She loved animals, sometimes more than people. After retirement, she took care of the neighborhood stray cats, birds and other critters that needed a refuge, often feeding them a variety of cookies. She was full of life and often described as spunky and a spitfire, ready with a joke and prone to breaking into a song.

She is lovingly remembered by her siblings Tadeusz (Christina) Kulawiak and Halina Adamczak, her daughters Joanna Kaufman (Brian), Maja Tusch (Jason), Olivia Malczewski, her grandchildren Adam and Grace, cousins, several nieces and great nieces.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026, from 4 pm - 6 pm at Cannon Funeral Home, 2020 Central Ave, Albany, NY. All are welcome to attend and honor her memory.

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05/27/2026

Charles E. O'Brien

Albany - Charles Edward O’Brien, 79, of Albany, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026, at St. Peter’s Hospital, in the company of his children.

Born on October 10, 1946, in Rochester, NY, he was the son of the late Thomas and Marabelle (McKenna) O’Brien. Chuck was predeceased by the love of his life, Kathleen “Kate” (Killian) O’Brien, his wife of 48 years.

He grew up in Caledonia, NY, alongside his brother, Patrick, graduating as valedictorian from Caledonia-Mumford High School. Chuck went on to attend Hamilton College and later earned his JD from Albany Law School. Between the two, he served in the United States Navy, with notable stations in Washington, D.C., and London, where he enjoyed his first-ever pint of Guinness.

During his first year at law school, he met Kate, who that night boldly predicted they would marry, which happened the following year. Together, they built their life and grew their family, welcoming three children. Their home was warm and inviting, and the back door was always open.

Chuck took pride in serving others, logging several years as coach, board member, and president of National Little League, in addition to decades dedicated to law as a practicing attorney. He was a communicant of St. Teresa of Avila parish, and a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians.

He had a penchant for newspaper clippings and handwritten notes, and was usually surrounded by stacks of books. He had a passion for the music, history, and culture of Ireland. A practical man of few words, he let his actions speak for him. Chuck was Kate’s unwavering caregiver for a dozen years, true to their vows, “in sickness and in health.”

Chuck is survived by his children, Owen O’Brien, Mary (Christopher) Stehr, and Kevin (Elizabeth) O’Brien. He is the beloved grandfather of Connor and Nolan Stehr, and Marcus O’Brien. He is also survived by many cherished in-laws, nieces, nephews, and cousins, especially the Pullyblanks.

The family extends its gratitude to Chuck’s many caregivers and providers.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, May 30, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Vincent de Paul, 900 Madison Ave., Albany. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the church prior to the Mass. Private interment will follow at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery.

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