A donation in memory of a loved one (animal or human) helps to support our orphan pets. CDHA will notify a bereaved family if full name and address of the family, as well as full name and address of the donor, is included. Pictures and memorials will be printed in our newsletter and/or on our website unless otherwise specified.
March 12, 2024
Cheryl Angnardo
This donation is being made in memory of Arti, our beloved English Bulldog, who lived a long life full of love. She loved her treats, her snuffle rug and her family.
February 9, 2024
The family of Barbara, Allison, & Bill Heemer
This donation in is memory of Tom Keller, who passed too early. He leaves behind his wife, Andrea, and daughter Olivia.
February 2, 2024
Darryl Hoeffner
In memory of Mathew Hoeffner and for his love of all animals.
January 6, 2024
Amber Charbonneau
In memory of Winder kitty who was cared for & loved by Sandy & Ron Charette.
December 26, 2023
Arline Cohen
In memory of Buttons who deserved better.
December 21, 2023
Antonio Caban
In memory of Sidney and Diego.
September 20, 2023
Linda Newman
In honor of your 65th birthday, and all the years that you have been rescuing and loving dogs. Have a great year my friend, love, Dona Federico.
June 2, 2023
Timothy Tierney
May 4, 2023
Debra Raferty and Shannon Henry
In memory of Kirby. He was the beloved companion of the Velisaros-Zotis family of Florida.
March 15, 2023
Reid Lifset
In memory of Jack
February 28, 2023
Lawrence G. James
Dearest Karen and Family, We mourn the loss of beloved Bella with you and know she will live on in your hearts and through the inimitable doggie voice of her mommy. We love you. Tina, Lawrence, Addy, and many woofs and meows
February 20, 2023
Joane Wozniak
I’m making this donation in honor of my kitties, Cindy and Gizzy, who crossed the Rainbow Bridge years ago. 😔💔 Thank you for all you do for animals and for (I hope) really being a no-kill shelter. ❤️
December 31, 2022
Arline Cohen
In memory of Beethoven 🎵—such a good boy and a true trooper!
December 18, 2022
Melissa Ellis
In honor and loving memory of Levi ❤️
November 26, 2022
Arline Cohen
In memory of Leo Denault – A true Renaissance man.
November 5, 2022
Judith Damron
In memoriam for my beloved girl Allie whom I adopted 12 years ago, a black and white cocker, puppy mill mom from in the south. She was my beloved and constant companion for 12 years, a true angel.
August 10, 2022
Elizabeth Meier
In memory of our daughter, Emily Meier-D’Aquila, who would have turned 27 on July 26th. We’ll miss you until we meet again in heaven.
August 5, 2022
Seth Ritz
In honor of Monica Ovedovitz. I love you grandma.
August 2, 2022
Ryan D. Israel
In memory of Monica Ovedovitz.
July 26, 2022
Marybeth Visconti
In memory of Monica Ovedovitz.
July 25, 2022
Zachary Ritz
We love you grandma. Zach, Paige, Caroline, Mia Claire and Liam
July 24, 2022
Karl Werbovetz
In memory of Monica Ovedovitz
July 15, 2022
Craig Shamlian
Donation from friends in the name of John & Karen Tozz
July 11, 2022
Marie Ehlinger
In memory of Betty White
June 22, 2022
Anna Dechene
This donation is in memory of Buckley, who was adopted from your organization by his loving human mom Erika Walsh. Buckley was the sweetest dog and will be missed ❤️
June 20, 2022
Marjorie A Shapiro
This is a donation in honor of Deb Renner. Love, Cyn, Eloise, Maggie and Marji
January 17, 2022
Jessica Yliniemi
In memory of Betty White 🐾
January 17, 2022
Suzanne Kazmierczak
Happy birthday Betty! Miss you and love you.
January 17, 2022
Susan Ludeman
In honor of Betty White & my mama, Esther. Love you both. Dona
January 17, 2022
Dona Frank Associates
For Betty White
January 17, 2022
Katherine Fish
In honor of Betty White – thanks for all you do!
January 17, 2022
Robert Burns
In honor of Betty White’s 100th birthday
October 27, 2021
Amy Murauskas
In Memory of Thomas Popielarz
October 25, 2021
B. Loveday-Chesley
In Memory of Thomas Popielarz, husband of Tami Popielarz of PEF Division 240 with our most heartfelt condolences for the family and in hope the donation does great things for the animals in his name.
October 25, 2021
Kathy Bourdeau
In Memory of Thomas Popielarz
October 17, 2021
Greg and Rosemary Podbeilski
In loving memory of Esther Morales, mom of a longtime CDHA volunteer and adopter, Dona Federico.
July 19, 2021
Joe and Dona Federico
In memory of both of our JRT, adopted from CDHA and givers of more love than we ever
deserved. Ralphy and Rocky, We miss you more than words can say. Love, J and D
My heart aches for you but I know I will see you again someday. Run free and healthy my boys!
Mom
April 8, 2021
Robin Augello
In memory of Harold Jurgens
January 29, 2021
Anthony Krackeler
In Memory of Edward T. Swire, MD
January 26, 2021
McCabe & Mack LLP
In memory of Michael LaBarge.
January 1, 2021
Christine Clock
This donation is in honor of one of your former volunteers, Lynn Bammann.
December 31, 2020
Dona Frank Associates
In memory of Ralphie and Rocky. My two best friends who we adopted from CDHA. Thank you for so many good years.
December 30, 2020
Richard Hager
In memory of Buddy. My best friend for 4 years.
December 15, 2020
Victoria Jaycox
In honor of Art Mitchum. He chose your charity for our corporate donations.
October 12, 2020
Robin Bell
Something to help with Charlotte’s dental work.
October 1, 2020
Judi Gabler
In loving memory of Ryder Busch. He will be dearly missed! Love, Judi, Kolby, Owen and Lucy Gabler.
September 16, 2020
James Oliver
Donation in honor of Vanessa Joiner. Thank you Vanessa!
September 3, 2020
Kristen Adams
This is for Chance! She was such a good dog ❤️
April 27, 2020
On behalf of the Nagpal Family
In loving memory of our sweet Baby Snow. Thank you for the light and joy that you brought to our lives. You will forever be in our hearts.
April 3, 2020
Shelby Giaccarini
In memory of Trillian, who left me too soon on 5/01/19. Rest in peace little kitty, I sure could use you in my life right now.
January 11, 2020
Wayne Popowski
In honor of Cyndie Williams
February 5, 2019
Amy Marchand
In loving memory of her mother, Frances Sheffer. From her friends at the Assembly – Deb, Sandy, Jenny, and Amy
December 25, 2018
Jennifer Anstey
In honor of Capital Repertory Theatre Volunteers and House Managers
December 13, 2018
Marissa Lamparski
A very generous donation was made in memory of Jenna Lamparski by Marissa Lamparski.
November 13, 2018
The Dona Frank Team
A donation has been made by The Dona Frank Team at Select Sotheby’s International Realty in honor of our recent closings and the fine people we represented who love animals as much as we do! Dennis Moench, Eric Hatch, Debi Saglimbeni and Bob Post, Suman Jain & Family. Thank you for trusting us with the sale of your homes!
November 13, 2018
The Dona Frank Team
A donation has been made by The Dona Frank Team at Select Sotheby’s International Realty in honor of our recent closings and the fine people we represented who love animals as much as we do! Dale and Mark Porter, Jeri Lake, Becky and Mike Wlazlo. Thank you for trusting us with the sale of your homes!
September 15, 2018
Adam Carusone
$100 Donation from Adam Carusone, Select Sotheby’s International Realty.
August 23, 2018
In Honor of Lynn Bammann
A memorial gift in honor of Lynn Bammann was made by Carole Mangels.
August 23, 2018
In Honor of Lynn Bammann
Larry and Christine Clock are making this donation in honor and love for Lynn Bammann for a cause that was very close to her heart.
May 25, 2017
In Memory of Herbert Sieber
A generous donation was made in memory of Herbert Sieber.
~ by Cindy Sieber
February 21, 2017
In Memory of Kimi
A generous donation was made in memory of Kimi, a family member for 14 good years. We will miss you.
~ by Tse-Chuan Yang
January 4, 2017
In Honor Of My Niece And Nephews
A generous donation was made in honor of my niece and nephews (Kristin Campbell, Joe Lennon and John Musto) for this holiday season.
~ by Jeanne Marron
December 31, 2016
On Behalf of Bella
My name is Bella and I was adopted this year. Thanks for rescuing me and allowing me to find my new family.
~ by Robert Gronczniak
December 22, 2016
Rachel Baum
~ Love, Dona
December 21, 2016
Paul Schaeffer
A generous donation was made by Paul Schaeffer to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 21, 2016
Carol Austin
A generous donation was made by Carol Austin to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 21, 2016
John & Kerrie Achenbach
A generous donation was made by John & Kerrie Achenbach to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 20, 2016
Mary (Babe) Federico and Toby
A generous donation was made in honor of Mary (Babe) Federico and Toby here to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
~ with love, Joe & Dona Federico
December 20, 2016
Mary (Babe) Federico and Toby
A generous donation was made in honor of Mary (Babe) Federico and Toby here to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
~ Love your grandchildren Bobby & Joy
December 17, 2016
Emily Griffin
A generous donation was made to CDHA.
~ by Emily Griffin
December 17, 2016
Susan Trepeta
A generous donation was made to CDHA.
~ by Susan Trepeta
December 17, 2016
John Przekop
A generous donation was made by John Przekop to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
Nancy Sciocchetti
A generous donation was made by Nancy Sciocchetti to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
Karen and Ken Gage
A generous donation was made by Karen and Ken Gage to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
Thom and Carissa
A generous donation was made by Thom and Carissa to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
Kara and Andy Livingston-Rodgers
A generous donation was made by Kara and Andy Livingston-Rodgers to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
Cassandra and Luke Kjelland
A generous donation was made by Cassandra and Luke Kjelland to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
Don and Jamie Shea, and kids
A generous donation was made by Don and Jamie Shea, and kids to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
Philip & Dawn Paty
A generous donation was made by Philip & Dawn Paty to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
Marshall Kline
A generous donation was made by Marshall Kline to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
Katelyn & Ryan Dorey
A generous donation was made by Katelyn & Ryan Dorey to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
Patty Przekop
A generous donation was made by Patty Przekop to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
Tiffany and Jodi
A generous donation was made by Tiffany and Jodi to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
James & Allison Farison
A generous donation was made by James & Allison Farison to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
Lindsey & Deborah Laroche
A generous donation was made by Lindsey & Deborah Laroche to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
Alan & Rina Beach
A generous donation was made by Alan & Rina Beach to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
December 17, 2016
DeAnna and Jeff Stancanelli Yanowitz
A generous donation was made by DeAnna and Jeff Stancanelli Yanowitz to help foster, feed, and care for the dogs in our adoption program.
October 21, 2016
Matthew Behan
A generous donation was made in memory of Matthew Behan of Johnsonville, husband of Elizabeth Behan.
~ by Lauren Reynolds
August 27, 2016
Christina Mills
A generous donation was made on behalf of Christina Mills, for her Birthday.
~ by Alabama
August 19, 2016
For Agnes
A generous donation was made to CDHA for Agnes in Greenville, SC. Thank you!
~ by Sonya Ray
August 18, 2016
Anne Maertens
A generous donation was made to CDHA.
~ by Anne Maertens
August 18, 2016
Pledge For Agnes
A generous donation was made to CDHA. This is a pledge for Agnes from GCAC (senior brown dog).
~ by Barbara McIntosh
August 18, 2016
For Agnes
A generous donation was made to CDHA.
~ by Erin Halperin
June 27, 2016
In Memory Of Black Jack Purcellzas
A generous donation was made to CDHA. This is in memory of Black Jack Purcellzas.
~ Catherine Kennedy
April 18, 2016
In Memory of Helene Carro-Freitag
This is in memory of my cousin Helene, she was taken from us way to soon. She will be missed
dearly. I know she loved this organization dearly.
~ Love Bernice
March 15, 2016
In Loving Memory of Rusty
We are sad to say we lost our beloved Rusty last week. He had developed complications due to cancer and his life would not have been good. He did well for about 2 years. Thanks to wonderful veterinarians guiding us. He celebrated his 13th birthday on January 20 the same date as Peters. He kept his loving and zestful spirit and realized we were trying to help him.~ Love Beveryly, Peter, Ollie and Layla
March 1, 2016
Noelle Derbyshire
A generous donation was made to CDHA.
~ by Noelle Derbyshire
December 31, 2015
On Behalf of Edward Fraser Searing
A generous donation was made in honor of Edward Fraser Searing to Sandy’s Fund.
~ by Elizabeth Searing
December 18, 2015
A Christmas Gift In Honor Of Rich Thorne
A generous donation was made in honor of Rich Thorne from Castleton, NY. Instead of a Christmas present, his Christmas wish this year was a donation to a doggie rescue. His daughter Alicia was more than happy to oblige.
~ by Alicia Purzycki
In Memory Of Tobias (Bose)
A generous donation was made in memory of Tobias.“We tell ourselves that losing is part of loving, and even when the loss is as final as death it just makes the life full of love you shared all the more worthwhile. More than any human, Tobias – you taught me how to give and receive love. Even in death you taught me a few lessons about grace and fortitude when the time comes to let go. I lived in fear of having to play god and decide to mercifully end your life. You loved me so much that you even spared me that in your last act by dying a natural death in my arms. It is that mutual love that brings my heart to bursting point as I grieve. I love you Tobias, and always will.”
~ by Briti Bose
December 1, 2015
Jean Watts
A generous donation was given as a thank you gift for the 2 pups, Paco and Roscoe that Jean adopted and the wonderful work CDHA does.~ by Jean Watts
November 10, 2015
In Celebration Of Ben O’Shaughnessy
A donation was made in celebration of Ben O’Shaughnessy and his best bud Ryder (and his jealous friend Cooper) for his 30th birthday! We love you!~ Grace & Omar
October 19, 2015
In Memory Of Zip
A generous donation was made in memory of Zip.
~ by Beth Klingher
June 16, 2015
Susan Trepeta
A generous donation was made by Susan Trepeta.
April 25, 2015
In Memory of My Friend Rocket Hinman
In memory of my friend Rocket Hinman (adopted from CDHA as “Joey” in 2002) who died in 2014 at age 13.
~ by Laurie Northrup
April 4, 2015
Virginia Cuomo
A generous donation was made in memory of Virginia Cuomo.
~ by Daniel Sibor
April 7, 2015
Danielle Levine
A generous donation was made by Danielle Levine.
February 5, 2015
Joseph Carhart
A generous donation was made in memory of Joseph Carhart.
~ by Nikki VanNess
January 5, 2015
Jeff & Lori Welliver
A generous donation was made on behalf of Jeff & Lori Welliver.
~ by Sherry Sears
January 5, 2015
George & Marnie Koliwasky
A generous donation was made on behalf of George & Marnie Koliwasky.
~ by Sherry Sears
January 1, 2015
Paris
A generous donation was made in honor of Paris, who was adopted in 2006.
~ by Ruth & Doug Calkins
“Thank you for all your hard work. We adopted Paris in 2006. Love her to pieces!”
December 30, 2014
Jean Watts
A generous donation was made by Jean Watts.
Thank You!
December 27, 2014
Rupert
A generous donation was made in honor of Rupert, who has been adopted by a great family who really loves him.
~ by Casey Polomaine and her family
December 26, 2014
Edward Fraser Searing
A generous donation was made for Sandy’s Fund, on behalf of Edward Fraser Searing
~ by Elizabeth Searing
December 24, 2014
Mary ‘Babe’ Federico
A generous donation was made in honor of Mary ‘Babe’ Federico
~ from her son, Patrick Federico, and his family
December 22, 2014
Babe Federico & Toby
Thank you for a special Holiday $200 gift to CDHA in honor of Babe Federico & Toby
~ from her grandchildren.
Frank Koper
A donation was made to CDHA In remembrance of Frank Koper
~ from Jay Wilkinson
Scarlet
In memory of sweet Scarlet…
-Love, Alex and Katie
Eveline
Eveline, Have the happiest of Birthdays.
-Marguerite
Nancy Alber
In Memory of Nancy Alber
-Mr. and Mrs. Robert Alber and Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Alber, Ann Richmond Zavy, Clif Richmond
EMO
A contribution was made to Capital District Humane Association from the Reimer family in memory of their beloved pet “Emo,” whom they adopted from CDHA many years ago.
Princess Youmans
Carol Hullihen –In memory of Princess Youmans.
My deepest sympathies go out to Cece and her family.
Love, Sherry
Binky
Binky, beloved pet of Melanie Taber:
“In loving memory of Binky, who I adopted from CDHA two years ago. Her poor, tiny, little heart simply gave out. What a sweet, dear little dog.”
-Melanie Taber
Chelsea Lett
Chelsea Lett
-Alejandro Canelos, Sylvia Lett
Cinnamon
“Cinnamon,” a Springer Spaniel. Beloved pet of Sue Lecuyer
-Patricia Ahearn
Gordon Leonard
Gordon Leonard
-Lee Gordon
Bosco
“Bosco” the dog. Beloved pet of Kim, Tommy, and Chiara Caruso
-Diane and Robert Freer
Jake Marley
Jake Marley
-From his friends at St. Lawrence Cement
Robert Russom
Robert Russom
-Roberta Russom, Michael Cerkowski
Lucky
Lucky, beloved pet cat of Bernadette LaManna
-Kristen Murray
Gertrude Emily Knott
In memory of Gertrude Emily Knott
-Robert Pierce
Virginia Snare
In honor of Virginia Snare
-Stephanie and Emanuel Shulman, Staff of the Clinical Laboratory Evaluation Program
Abbey
In honor of Dr. Nina Caires and Dr. Alyce Meyer from Parkside Veterinary Hospital for the care they gave “Abbey” at the end and throughout her life.
-Allan Filler
Colleen Sieme
In honor of Colleen Sieme’s birthday
-Kathleen and Lawrence Gill, Sr., Mignonne and David Philips, Jr., Deborah and Kenneth Gall
Michael Kopach
In memory of Michael Kopach
-Marie and Kenneth Dagostino
Anthony Fiore
In memory of Anthony Fiore
-Barbara and David Watson
Eleanor Adams
In memory of Eleanor Adams
-Michele Peters
Kay Withkowski
In memory of Kay Withkowski
– Cindy Barkowski, Jane Boras, Deborah Stark