Marie Josephine LaPorta, 71, of Amsterdam died peacefully on Monday, August 31, 2020 following a valiant and courageous fight with cancer. She is survived by her siblings and several close friends. Private burial will take place in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Amsterdam. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Betz, Rossi & Bellinger Family Funeral Home. Please visit the online memorial at www.brbsfuneral.com