All Obituaries

Recenia Odessa Greene was born on January 14, 1964, to Ms. Leola Greene and Mr. Amistad Lee Hunt. From the moment she entered the world, she carried a spirit of love, strength, and warmth that would touch the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her. Affectionately known as “Ceen” by those closest to her, Recenia was truly the heart of her family. She had a way of bringing people together and making everyone feel welcome. She never turned her back on anyone, never ...

Hollins Marcel Meaux, referred to as “Marcel” or “Pops,” was born on August 13, 1940, in Kaplan, LA, to the late Rev. Hollins Meaux and Thelma Cobb-Meaux. He was born during high water, a time when most families worked in the rice mills. Hollins entered eternal rest surrounded by his devoted granddaughter Kahdijah and beloved son-in-law Roger. Marcel received his education through the Kaplan and Abbeville School District. He was exceptionally smart, especially in the ...

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Juanita Nabors was born on November 16, 1936, in Meridian, Mississippi, to the late Tempie Hinkle McCann and Reverend Willie McCann. The family relocated to Albany, New York, when Juanita was an infant. They settled in the South End of Albany, followed by their migration to the now State and Federal Historic District on Rapp Road in Albany during the forties. She resided on Rapp Road at the time of her passing. She is survived by her children, Elder Archie (Nicole) ...

Marcello Tarik Francis was born on December 16, 1966, to Debra Francis and James Bowie in Asheville, NC. He was raised in the Bronx, NY, by his mother and step-father, Ronald Francis. As a child, his parents instilled in him a deep love and respect for Black culture. He attended the Uhuru Sasa Shule (Freedom Now School) in Brooklyn, NY, where he was educated in an environment that was not only academically rigorous but also centered Black identity, and excellence. It was no surprise that ...

The family of Willard Williams, Jr. (affectionately known as Billy) is deeply saddened to announce his passing on January 31, 2026. He was born in Albany, NY, on January 14, 1960. In addition to his parents, Willard Williams, Sr. and Mary (Robinson) Williams, he was preceded in death by one brother: Waymon Williams; two sisters: Norma Maye, Karen Moton; three nephews: Rolonzo Maye, Roland Maye Jr., Ar-Rahiim Nixon; one great nephew: Earnest Morton, Jr.   Those he leaves to ...

Tonya Doreatha Durham  came into this world July 27, 1965. She was born to Mildred Coleman (Florida) and Eddy Lee Durham (Alabama) Born and raised in Albany, NY she brought a smile to many and her laughter was absolutely infectious. Tonya would become a mother to 2 boys and 1 girl.   Later in life Tonya became a resident with the Vanderhyden program in Troy, NY. We thank the Angels Candace Masier and Jennifer for the years of hard work, dedication and love they had for ...