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Ralph Passino

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Passino, RalphHUDSON FALLS – Ralph Passino, 64, passed away on Monday, April 2, 2018, with his family by his side, including his lovely daughter, Tara.

Born on January 5, 1954, in Elizabethtown, NY, Ralph was a kind and gentle soul, some might even refer to him as a hippie. Once he met you, he considered you his friend for life.

Ralph served 4 years in the U.S. Navy, stationed on board the destroyer USS O’Bannon.  He was very proud of his service.

He worked as a bartender his whole working life and enjoyed it tremendously. That’s all he wanted to do and thought it was the best job in the world.

He played sports throughout high school, baseball, basketball and soccer. He was an above average baseball and basketball player and played on some very successful teams. He always talked about his teammates and remembered them fondly.

He was predeceased by his father, Felix W. Passino; his mother, Jeanne Fuller Marino; his stepfather, Thomas M. Marino; his sister, Sharon Corkhill and his brother, Bruce.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Tara Anne Melrose and her husband, Ty; his sister, Janet Rollo and her husband, Bob; his sister, Jane Passino; his brother, Greg Passino; his sister Suzanne Marino DelSignore and her husband, Dan; his sister, Jeanne Marino; his nieces, Alesa, Liz and Rachel; his nephew Nate and his fiancé, Terri; his nephew, Brian Rollo; his nieces, Jennifer Kapas and Christa Detrick and her husband, Dan; his nephew, Kenneth Corkhill and his niece, Michelle Faulkner.

Ralph fondly remembered his days growing up in Westport and wanted everyone up there to know he loved you guys!!

Friends may call on Monday, April 9, 2018, from 4 to 6 p.m.at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

A graveside service, with Military honors provided by American Legion Post 574 of Hudson Falls officiating, will take place on Tuesday, April 10 at 1 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, Ralph’s family suggests memorial donations to The Adirondack Vet’s House, Inc, 26 Pine At, Glens Falls, NY, 12801 or The Charles R. Wood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital, 100 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Nancy Carol Martin

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Martin, NancyHUDSON FALLS – Nancy Carol Martin, 76, of Hudson Falls, NY passed away peacefully on Monday, April 2nd, 2018, surrounded by her loving family at the Glens Falls Hospital, following a long battle with cancer.

She was the only child of Helen (Stockwell) Omiecinski and the late John Omiecinski, born on March 21st, 1942.

For many years she was the owner of Nancy’s Yarn & Gift Shop in Hudson Falls. She and the late Gordon Martin had an affinity towards each other and together they raised three children, one son and two daughters.

Nancy enjoyed being active and was always on the go. She loved knitting, crocheting, dancing and shooting pool.  She loved garage sales, shopping, going out to eat and attending the casinos with her two daughters, Carol and Jamie. Nancy was well known for her gift of gab and her kindheartedness. Nothing meant more her family. She adored her parents, her children and her grandchildren.

Nancy is survived by her mother Helen Omiecinksi, her daughters Carol Martin (Chip Pregent), Jamie (Richard) Wilson, and her son John (Debbie) Martin, all of whom will miss her greatly. She was blessed with numerous grandchildren wh owill cherish her memory; Joslyn (Mark) Brown, Brandi Gitto, Paul Wilson, Jackie (Matt) Benedetti, Daniel Needham, Ashley Martin, Ryan (Marissa) Martin, Chaz Wilson, Brian Martin, Kevin Martin and Jakob Pregent great grandchildren who loved her deeply, Marky, Raelyn, Leilla, Daniel, and Ryan and an uncle Robert (Ann) Stockwell.

She also had many nieces, nephews, cousins and her family from Waterbury, Connecticut and her longtime friend Roy Sanders who all loved her dearly.

The family would like to thank Dr. Yun and Dr. Pillemer who oversaw her health during her final years in addition to the staff on floor T2 of Glens Falls Hospital for the care and compassion they provided to Nancy and her family during this difficult time. A special thanks to Lynn Zito for always being there.

She will be missed and remembered always. For all who knew her, many beautiful memories endure.

A graveside service will take place at 1 p.m. Saturday at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Following the graveside all are welcome to celebrate Nancy’s life at the VFW on Luzerne Rd in the town of Queensbury, beginning at 2 p.m.

 

Nancy’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to the CR Wood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital, 100 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801

Tom LaPan

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LaPan,Thomas W.SOUTH GLENS FALLS- Thomas W. LaPan, 71, of South Glens Falls, passed away at his home on Saturday, March 31, 2018, after a long battle with COPD.

Born in Glens Falls on December 15, 1946, he was the son of the late Albert and Lillian (Lemery) LaPan.

Tom was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School.

Following graduation, he joined the U.S. Army, attaining the rank of Sergeant in the Eighth Division, serving his country during the Vietnam War.

He married Melanie Jones on January 23, 1987.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing, but his family always came first for him.

Survivors include his wife of 31 years, Melanie (Jones) LaPan of South Glens Falls;  his four children: Logan LaPan and her significant other, Andrew Whiting of Hudson Falls, Brandi LaPan and her significant other, Justin Whiting of South Glens Falls, Lori Handlon and her husband Ryan of Las Vegas, Nevada, Matthew LaPan and his significant other, Barbie Ryerson of Fort Ann; and a special mention of Crystal LeFaucheur of South Glens Falls. His grandchildren: Lucien LeFaucheur, Sabrina Handlon, Kyran Handlon, and Willow LaPan. His sisters, Nancy Barnes (George, deceased) of Hudson Falls, and Barbara Oligny of Queensbury. His Aunt Muriel Dorsey of Fort Ann, and several special nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Burial, with full military honors provided by American Legion Post 574 of Hudson Falls, will take place at Union Cemetery in Fort Edward on Friday at 2 p.m.

His family asks that donations in Tom’s name be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Special thanks to friends who have kept in touch through the years and special thanks, as well, to Dr. Coppens, Cherie Coe and his staff for always being there and offering their help.

Online condolences may be made by visiting carletonfuneralhome.net.

Marshall B. Seelye

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Seelye, MarshallHudson Falls- Marshall B. Seelye, 91 passed away peacefully on Monday, April 2nd and is now on the way to be with his wife Evelyn. Born at home on North Street in the Village of Hudson Falls, October 3rd, 1926. He was the son and only child of Loren Burt and Bertha (Browne) Seelye. He was very proud of his heritage, being of the 12th generation of Seelye’s in the US and a descendant of Robert and Mary Seelye who landed at Boston in 1630 with Governor Winthrop and settled in Watertown, Ma.. He was a direct descendant Nehemiah Seelye, one of the original patentee’s of the Queensbury Patent that settled here with Abraham Wing’s group in 1762. He graduated from Hudson Falls High School, class of 1944 and served in the Merchant Marines on the Liberty ship “Hamlin Garland” in the Pacific during WW II. He occasionally spoke about delivering 400,000 cases of beer to the troops on Saipan. On June 21, 1947 he married Evelyn J. Washburn at the Gospel Lighthouse Church in Hudson Falls.

He was an entrepreneur from a very early age. Starting in 1935 at the age of 9 he sold door to door magazine and paper subscriptions. That winter in Orlando he took burlap bags to the orange grove, picked up drops and brought them back to sell in the trailer park. Back on North Street in Hudson Falls, next spring he started selling Clover Leaf Pie Vents and when the grape vines in the side yard became loaded, he took bags full to Mr. Mayotte at his grocery store on the north east corner of Main and Locust. When he got his pony, a Shetland, he rode to R. Cohen’s up on Geer Street with newspapers and rags for scrap. When he was in Jr. High School he went to the Hudson Falls Paper Co. and bought note book paper by the case and sold it to the other students by the pad. As time went on he went into other endeavors and sold McNess Products, Christmas Cards and seeds from Lancaster Seed Co.. When living on Short Street in Pottersville in the early 50s, he cut cedar fence posts in the winter and dragged them out to the road on a piece of roofing metal, to sell. It was when living up there, he and Jack Ingraham, a school buddy, started making and selling Pincheon’s Potato Chips packaged them in glassine wax bags. He was an Avon Sales Rep., Kirby Vacuum salesman and Fuller Brush salesman. He contracted to haul Northern Homes prefabs into PA. and brought back coal to sell. He worked at Decora and Scott Paper for a short period of time. He logged and cut pulp for local paper mills. He ran The Atlantic gas station on Warren St. across from the Hyde, where the Pines is now.

It was while working as foreman for Dick and Frank Roberts of Haviland Farms, on Haviland Road ( Where the Highland Golf Club is now) he was taking flying lessons and was talked into becoming an auctioneer, by his instructor. He served and flew with the Civil Air Patrol. From 1963 to 1980 he and Evelyn built a well known and revered auction business, starting in auctioneer Manny Weller’s converted cow barn on Sanfords Ridge and later due to a disastrous fire, moved to the corner of Quaker and Highland. Upon selling the business to his son Martin, he and Evelyn retired the first time and wintered for 17 years in Englewood, Florida. Becoming bored after a year, he opened a furniture stripping business in Englewood. After a few years of that he sold the business,  bought a Freightliner tractor trailer, signed on with a long distance company and he and Evelyn trucked goods to all of the lower 48 states. 3 years later they retired again.

He was an active member of the Oneida Community Church in Queensbury. He was President of the Queen Ann Seniors of Fort Ann, president of the Glens Falls area Council of Churches, president of the Auringer-Seelye Archaeological Society and for many years president of the Seeley Genealogical Society.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Evelyn, whom he was married to for 58 years and grand son-in-law Robert Dixon.

He is survived by his son, Martin A. Seelye and partner Susan L.Thorne, of Kingsbury, a daughter, Judy Shaw and husband Bill, of Venice, Florida. A daughter in law, Arlene Seelye and partner Eric, Grandchildren, Cory Seelye Dixon and Great Granddaughter Zada, of Glens Falls and Chad Seelye and wife Marianne of Queensbury.

At Marshall’s request there will not be any calling hours or service. Burial will take place at Pineview Cemetery at a later date.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839

William D. Doetch

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SOUTH GLENS FALLS- William Dean Doetch, 88, of South Glens Falls, went into the arms of the Lord on Saturday, March 31, 2018.

Born on January 30, 1930, in Ava, Illinois, he was the son of the late John and Ethel (Deitz) Doetch.

Doetch, William DOn August 12, 1989, he married Dawn LaVigne Hotte.

William was a self-employed owner operator of Golden Eagle in Apple Valley, California, traveling coast to coast every week. He also drove a limousine for Hollywood Limos in Glens Falls.

He was an active member of the Pleasant Hill Church in Murphysboro, Illinois. He and his family donated a new church to the town of Ava and they also owned the Lone Oak Cemetery in Murphysboro, Illinois.

William enjoyed helping his wife to sew and knit, shooting pool, woodworking, puttering with his hands, driving anything, including lawnmowers and nobody could ever beat him at checkers.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Johnnie Doetch, Oliver Doetch, Troy Doetch, Donald Doetch, Harold Doetch; his sisters, Imogene Thompson, Margaret Jones, Maryann Mayer, Phyllis Miller, Jessie Doetch; and his stepson, Edward Hotte.

Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Dawn Doetch of South Glens Falls; his daughter, Kathy Pettit of Los Angeles, California; his son Troy Doetch of North Carolina; his stepchildren, Russell Hotte of Queensbury, Debra Hotte of Fort Ann, Mark Hotte and his wife, Laurie of Glens Falls, Gary Hotte of Glens Falls, Robert Hotte and his wife  of South Glens Falls; and several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by his very special friends Mike and Cyndi Seitz

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m.  on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at  the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Burial will take place at the convenience of the family at the Lone Oak Cemetery in Murphysboro, Illinois.

The family requests that donations in William’s name be made to the Lone Oak Cemetery, c/o Barbara Carpenter, 1035 King Hill Road, Murphysboro, Illinois, 62966.

James W. Greene, Sr.

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Greene, JamesSOUTH GLENS FALLS – James William Greene, Sr., 60, originally from Fort Ann who lived in South Glens Falls for more than 30 years, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 24, 2018, at his home.

The son of George and Arline Greene, he was born on Feb. 26, 1958, in Hempstead, Long Island.  The family moved to Fort Ann when he was a young child.   He graduated from Fort Ann Central School in 1976 and began a career as a NYS Correction Officer in 1981.  Other than his downstate training, he served his entire 27-year career at Mt. McGregor, retiring in 2010.

Most recently, he worked at Saratoga National Golf Club.

In his free time, Jim enjoyed golf and snowmobiling.   He was a big NASCAR fan and followed the Detroit Red Wings, his favorite hockey team.    He enjoyed organizing the annual Myrtle Beach golf trip with his buddy, Greg Helwig.

A devoted father of his sons, Jimmy Jr. and Jeffrey, he was at every sports practice and every game, and especially enjoyed playing golf with his sons after he retired.    He was so proud of his boys and his three grandchildren, who called him Papi.

Jim was predeceased by his parents, his godson, Mychael A. Flint, his brother-in-law, William White and his best friend, his dog Sarah.

Survivors include his two sons, Jimmy and Jeff and Jeff’s fiancé Brittany and their three children, Jaxin, Eastin and Zaydin; his three brothers, William (Korrin) and William’s daughter, Alex; Michael and Daniel (Tracey); his sister, Susan (Ron) Smith and her two sons, Nick and Logan; and many other nieces and nephews.    He is also survived by Josh Vance, who was like a third son to him.

Calling hours are Thursday, March 29, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Carleton Funeral Home, 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to the Mychael Flint Memorial Fund, 112 Nicholson Road, Fort Ann, NY 12827.

 

Thomas James Tyminski

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Tyminiski, TomHUDSON FALLS – Thomas James Tyminski, 65, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 22, 2018 at his home.

Born on November 9, 1952 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Joseph and Ada Tyminski.

Tom attended Hudson Falls High School and retired after 37 years working as a bus mechanic at the Hudson Falls school bus garage.

He loved drag racing at the South Glens Falls drag strip and was very proud to have owned several muscle cars.  Tom spent many hours fishing with his children and also enjoyed tending to his vegetable gardens.

Tom spent his retirement in Florida, he loved the sunshine, taking his family to Disney and walking his dog around Lake Istokpoga.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his half-sister, Patricia Gage and his half-brothers, Gary Chadwick and Steven Chadwick.

Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Carol Tyminski of South Glens Falls; his four children, Thomas Tyminski and his wife, Pam of Hudson Falls, William Tyminski of Argyle, Carrie Priest and her husband, Justin of South Glens Falls and Janice Donovan and her husband, Andrew of Hudson Falls; his seven grandchildren, Kindra Sipowicz, Hailey Tyminski, Hunter Tyminski, Carter Donovan, Ellie-Marie Donovan, Brooke Priest and Brody Priest; one great granddaughter, Peyton Sipowicz; his brothers, Joseph Tyminski of Hudson Falls and his half-brother, Brian Chadwick of South Glens Falls; two half sisters, Betty Lou and Joanne; his best friend William Stemp of Fort Edward; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and his loving boxer, Luann.

Tom’s wish was not to have any funeral services.

The family suggests that memorial donations in Tom’s memory, be made to Ronald McDonald House, 139 South Lake Ave., Albany, NY 12208.

William S. Hudson

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QUEENSBURY – William S. HudsonHudson, William, 79, passed away after a long courageous battle with cancer, on Monday, March 19, 2018, at the Glens Falls Hospital, with his family and friends by his side.

Born on February 11, 1939, he was the only child of the late Earl and Marjorie Hudson.

Bill enjoyed going on cruises, going to the casino and playing a round of golf.  His greatest love was his camp, fishing and riding on his pontoon boat with his family and family, on the Hudson River.

Bill owned and operated Hudson Converting for 40 years.  He could build or fix just about anything.  Bill was known for lending his helping hand to anyone in need.

He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Loretta of Queensbury; seven children, Tim (Jane) Hudson, Stephen (Phyllis) Hudson, Sabrina Hudson and her companion (Edie) Garner, Samantha (Doyle) Williams, Amanda (Paul) Scharmer, Edith Hudson and Valerie Hudson and her companion (Ernie Bennett); his cousin, Carl (Nora) Thomas; his brother in law, Richard Lefebvre; his step children, Michael Baird (Julie Jarvis), Teresa (Mike) Hanley, Leslie Baird and MaryAnn (Dwayne) McKinley; 10 grandchildren; eight great grandchildren and many close friends.

At Bill’s request, there will be no calling hours or services.

There will be a memorial service at a later date at the convenience of the family.

The family would like to thank Dr. Taylor, Dr. Frank and Jeff Greene at the radiation department.  Dr. Gillini and the staff at the Cancer Center and Dr. Anthony Petracca at Irongate.

Donations can be made in Bill’s memory to the C.R. Wood Cancer Center, 102 Park Street in Glens Falls or the West Glens Falls Rescue Squad, 86 Luzerne Rd, Queensbury, NY 12804

Beatrice Reynolds

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Reynolds, BeaQUEENSBURY- Our sweet, loving mother, Beatrice (Ford) Reynolds, passed away early March 18, 2018, at the age of 96 and a half, surrounded by her loving family at her home.

Bea was born in Newberry, Florida at her grandmother’s farm. She was the eldest child of Charles and Lillian (Cobb) Ford. The family later moved to Lakeland, Florida, where Bea’s two siblings, Inez and Charles, were born.

Bea was a graduate of Lakeland High School and of the Hillman School of Nursing in Birmingham, Alabama, where she received her degree as a registered nurse.

Following graduation, she returned to Lakeland, where she worked as a nurse in an OBGYN office and also did private duty nursing,

Bea met her future husband, Edward Reynolds, who was stationed at Lakeland Air Force Base as a Meteorologist. Bea and Ed were married at The First Baptist Church of Lakeland on November 14, 1944. They moved to Hudson Falls, where Ed accepted a position teaching high school math, chemistry and physics, and later became the principal of Hudson Falls High School. During this time, Bea stayed home with her girls, and later, was a teacher aide at BOCES.

During their retirement, Bea and Ed were able to winter in St. Petersburg, Florida, visiting family and spending time with friends. When it came time to travel north, the beloved camp on Lake George became the center of family gatherings. Many memories were made at camp with family and friends alike. Bea especially loved when the grandchildren were around.

Bea and Ed were members of the Merry Mohicans Square and Round Dance Club for several years, where they made new friends. They enjoyed playing bridge as a couple. Before and after Ed passed, Bea also played bridge with her girlfriends, who would pick her up to assure themselves of her company. Bea loved having the bridge girls for a yearly summer brunch at the lake.

Bea loved her word search books, knitting, crocheting and reading. Mom/Gree-Gree was always interested and supportive of her girls and grandchildren- always wanting to hear what was new or ”going on”.

In addition to her parents and her husband, who passed away in 2005, after almost 61 years of marriage, Bea was predeceased by her granddaughter, Lauren Hawkes; her brother, Charles Ford; and her sister, Inez Newsome.

Survivors include her four daughters, Barb Keyworth (John), Cindy Lee (Rich), Janet Mahoney (Ray), Nancy (Hawkes) Hanson (Joe); eight grandchildren, Josh Keyworth (Melissa), Andrea and Jared Lee (Elena), Shane, Kaity and Maureen Mahoney, Kelsi and Adam Hawkes; two great granddaughters, Ellie Keyworth and Emily Burns; and one great grandson, Henry Lee.

Many heartfelt thanks to Nancy Tracy who took such good care of Mom, and to Annie, Mom’s HCR nurse, who treated Mom with dignity and compassion- always asking Mom what she needed or wanted; Charlene and Tom, Mom’s neighbors- who treated her with such kindness and always looked out for her; and to Monty and Dodi Robinson, who gave unwavering compassionate and spiritual support to Mom and to us- and most of all, peace.

Our Mom was the sweetest, most compassionate and loving Mom. Her deep Christian faith and values were instilled in her girls and grandchildren. She maintained her sense of humor and on her most difficult days, there was never a complaint. She would tell us “it could be worse.” We are honored and proud to call her Mom and we will miss her.

Friends may call from 3-4 p.m. Wednesday, March 21, 2018, followed by a service beginning at 4 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls with The Rev. Monty Robinson officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the United Methodist Church of Hudson Falls, 227 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839, or to a charity of your choice.

Burial will be private in the spring at Pine View Cemetery.

Bea’s family would like to thank their mom’s hairdresser, Joyce Latteral, who faithfully came every week to keep mom beautiful.

Online condolences may be left by visiting carletonfuneralhome.net.

Robert N. Stockwell, Jr.

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Stockwell, Robert Jr.QUEENSBURY- Robert N. “Bob” Stockwell, Jr., 63, passed away on Friday, March 16, 2018, at Glens Falls Hospital, with his loving wife, Karen and his nephew, Jacob by his side, following a life long battle with diabetes and its complications.

Born on January 1, 1955, in Glens Falls, he was the son of Esther (Bardin) Stockwell of Hudson Falls and the late Robert N. Stockwell, Sr.

On August 3, 1975, he married Karen Hodge in Queensbury.

He was employed in this area by many paint and hardware stores. He was well known for his unique ability to match paint.

Bob adored his two dachshunds, Yukie and Ellie, and taking vacations in Maine to see the ocean and the beach. He enjoyed swimming in his pool and hosting many barbeques at his home, where he would be surrounded by family. He loved the outdoors and chatting with family and friends.

Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Karen of Queensbury; his son, Robert N. Stockwell, III and his wife, Kazumi of Japan; his granddaughter, Yukino of Japan; his mother, Esther (Bardin) Stockwell of Hudson Falls; his two brothers, Donald H. Stockwell and his wife, Nancy of Hudson Falls and their son, Adam and daughter, Michelle, Mark Stockwell and his wife, Colleen of Hudson Falls and their son, Mark S. Stockwell, Jr. and daughter, Mary Ellen Stockwell; his sister-in-law, Patricia Etu and her husband, Bob of Queensbury; his nephew, John F. Gibson, Jr. and his wife, Sherry and son, Jacob of Fort Edward; his nephew, William J. Gibson of Florida; his niece, Lori E. Powers of Granville and her son, Nicholas and daughter, Emily.

Bob’s family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Joseph Mihindu, who helped Bob through his many medical battles. A thank you to his sister-in-law, Pat Etu and her husband, Bob, for the many times they sat with Bob, giving him much needed comfort. Thank you to Kristine Hart, who was very helpful to Bob and Karen. Finally, a special thanks to the nurses and staff on Tower 3 at Glens Falls Hospital, for their selfless care to Bob and his family.

There are no services scheduled.

Bob’s family requests that donations be made in his name to the West Glens Falls Emergency Squad, 86 Luzerne Road, Queensbury, NY 12804.Arrangements are under the direction of the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839

Douglas D’Addetta

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D'Addetta, DouglasSOUTH GLENS FALLS- Douglas D’Addetta, 60, passed away after a short illness, at Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on March 11, 1958, in Jersey City, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Anthony and Alice (Metzner) D’Addetta.

At the age of 17, he joined the US Army and served as a medic.

He was very active in his church, leading Men’s Ministries, as well as the Royal Rangers. He was the Northeast Sectional Commander of the Royal Rangers. He loved to cook and prepared many meals at his church. He also spent many hours renovating at the Gospel Lighthouse Church.  He was dedicated to the Open-Door mission and had an unwavering love for God. He was always available for the men of the Men’s Ministries, no matter the time or place.  Douglas touched the lives of so many people and will not be forgotten. He was also an avid NY Yankees fan.

Survivors include his wife of 17 years, Kimberly D’Addetta of South Glens Falls; his children, Danielle D’Addetta of New York,  Douglas D’Addetta of New Jersey, Roxanne D’Addetta of Florida, Jade D’Addetta  Deany and her husband Taylor of Florida, Spencer D’Addetta of South Glens Falls; two grandchildren, Cambria D’Addetta, Paxton Deany; his brother, Anthony D’Addetta of New Jersey; his twin brother, Dennis and his wife, Jeanine of New Jersey; his sister, Joann Giarratania and her husband, Richard  of New Jersey; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He also left behind his best friend and beloved bulldog, Luigi.

It was Doug’s wish that in death, he could help someone else live on, so he generously donated his organs to Donate Life.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 19, 2018, at 11 a.m. at the Gospel Lighthouse Assembly of God Church, with Pastor Paul Mead officiating.

A gathering will immediately follow the service and folks are encouraged to bring a covered dish to pass.

In lieu of flowers, Doug requested that donations be made in his name to the Open-Door Mission, P.O. Box 3306, Glens Falls, NY 12801 or the Back Pack Food Program for kids at the Gospel Lighthouse Church, 30 LaCross St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839

Doug’s family gives special thanks to the Glens Falls Hospital and staff for their special care, and Pastor Paul Mead and Chuck Wright for being there, and to the so many others who helped at this difficult time.

Online condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net.

Arrangements are under the direction of Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

 

Margaret Shirley Gifford

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Gifford, Margaret ShirleySCOTIA – Margaret Shirley (Flanders) Gifford, 90, formerly of South Glens Falls and Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at the Baptist Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility in Scotia.

Born on April 4, 1927 in Glenville, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Lena (Wood) Flanders.

On May 1, 1954, Shirley married Russell Gifford in Canaan, CT.  He passed away on November 18, 2004, after almost 50 years of marriage.

Shirley was employed in the display department at the Schenectady Gazette and for 25 years as a quality control inspector at General Electric in Fort Edward, retiring in 1987.  While at GE, Shirley worked long hard hours then went home to care for her family.

She was a member of the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church and the General Electric Quarter Century Club.

Shirley enjoyed golfing and bowling with her husband and family.  She also loved fishing, boating and camping with her family on the Great Sacandaga Lake.  Shirley was an avid reader throughout her life and enjoyed working on adult coloring books during her stay at the Baptist Nursing and Rehab Center.  Her family was the center of her life.  Shirley was a wonderful lady who was gentle and compassionate with all those around her.

Beside her parents and husband, Shirley was predeceased by her brother, Almon A. Flanders and her two sisters, Thelma Bennett and her husband, Robert and Beverly Colwel and her husband, Arthur.

Survivors include her children Gary R. Gifford and his wife, Jane of Scotia and Debra Marino and her husband, Daniel, of South Glens Falls; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no calling hours.

Graveside Services will be conducted in the spring at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Moreau Emergency Squad, Inc., 1583 Route 9, Fort Edward, NY  12828.

 

 

 

 

Marjorie E. Havern

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Havern, MarjorieFORT ANN – Marjorie E. Havern, 83, of Fort Ann, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 8, 2018, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on June 2, 1934 in Scranton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Keith and Elizabeth (Epps) Palmer.

For 28 years, Marjorie worked for Stroehman in Queensbury, where she made many friends.

She enjoyed getting out and meeting new friends at the Moreau Senior Center, where she volunteered at the thrift store and also created beautiful May baskets.

Marjorie loved spending time with her family, going to garage sales and spending summers at her camp at Caroga Lake.  She also enjoyed flowers, knickknacks and sweets.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her son, David Weaver, her sister, Patricia Gray and her beloved dog, Wally.

Survivors include her six children, Nancy (Hank) Crannell of Palatine Bridge, Sherry (Skip) Simonds of Palatine Bridge, Donna (Dan) Bombard of Hudson Falls, Debbie Ireland and her fiancé, Tom Neal of Fort Ann, Duke (Jolene) Shults of Lubec, Maine and Deann (Jim) Bucher of Hudson Falls; her grandchildren, Angie (Justin) Calkins, Matthew (Jessica) Crannell, Krista Mann, RJ (Nikki) Mann, Daniel (Desiree) Bombard, David Bombard, Tanner Ireland, Tyler Ireland, Amanda (James) Marchinkowski, Joseph (Lindsey) Shults, Joshua (Amanda) Bucher, Jonathan (Abby) Bucher and Tia (Will) Bucher, Spencer Neal and Connor Neal; eight beautiful great grandchildren, Kristina, Stephanie, Jack, Hadley, Logan, Liam, Colin and Nathan; brothers, John Palmer and Frank Palmer; and sister, Delores Fredenburg; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Sunday, March 11, 2018, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 12, 2018 at the funeral home.

Burial will be in the spring at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Marjorie’s family wishes to thank the Glens Falls Renal Dialysis Center for the loving care and compassion that they gave to their mother.

They also wish that donations be made to the Northeastern Kidney Foundation, 501 New Karner Road, #6, Albany, NY  12205.