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Raymond W. “Rigger” Whittemore

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WhittemoreQUEENSBURY – Raymond W. “Rigger” Whittemore, 86, of Queensbury, passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2013, at the Saratoga Hospital in Saratoga Springs.

Born on April 27, 1927, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Walter and Mary (Briggs) Whittemore.

Raymond attended Glens Falls High School.  Following school he served his country in the United States Navy during World War II.   While in the Navy, Raymond fought in the Pacific Theater and in the Battle of Okinowa.

In 1949, Raymond married Jean Bellinger, at St. Mary’s Rectory in Hudson Falls.

For over 61 years, he was a proud member of the Pipefitters and Plumbers, Local 773.  He was also a member of the Hudson Falls American Legion Post 574 and the VFW.  The most important thing in Raymond’s life was his family.

In addition to his parents, was predeceased by his brothers, Clint Whittemore, Dewey Whittemore, his sisters, Grace Kenny and Virginia Tougas.

Raymond is survived by his wife of 64 years, Jean Whittemore of Queensbury; his children, Larry Whittemore and his wife, Tawn, Linda Piper, Phyllis Jarvis and her husband, John, Dean Whittemore and Debbie Jelley and her husband, Frank; his grandchildren, Amy, Michael, Jessica, Joe, Gavin, Deanna, Jordon, Devin and Damian; his great grandchildren, Zoe and Tergan, Cooper and Jaxson; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Burial for Raymond was at Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery with full military honors.

Memorial donations may be sent to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net.

Celia Ruth Solomon

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QUEENSBURY – Celia Ruth Solomon, passed away September 16, 2013, following a short illness, at Fort Hudson Nursing Facility.

Born Celia Ruth Miller, on March 9, 1917, to Joseph and Ida (Goldstein) Miller in Portal, Georgia, she was the fifth of seven children.

Celia was blessed with a sharp mind and a wonderful sense of humor, always quick with a quip or joke. Her intellectual gifts were also displayed in her poetic abilities, often capturing the humor and irony of a situation. Her daily journals of more than 70 years leave a legacy of a life enjoyed and well lived. Family was always primary in her life. She loved family gatherings and took special pride in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Married, April 30, 1938, to David Solomon, of Hudson, NY, where they raised their family and enjoyed 60 wonderful years of marriage, until David’s passing in 1998. Celia reflected often on the comfort in their love and devotion. They would joke about their bond in marriage made stronger in the raising of four sons, stating to each other, “You’re not leaving me alone with these four boys!” Her devotion to their sons was evident in her spending 16 years as a Little League Mother and never missing a game. They took yearly vacations to Florida as a family and then a trip around the world, after David’s retirement.

In addition to her parents and husband, she is predeceased by her siblings, Robert Miller, Norman Miller, Rebecca Miller, Samuel Miller, Lillian Alpert and Martha Blitz.

Celia is survived by her children, Marc (Rita) Solomon, Samuel (Vicki) Solomon, Joel (Gail) Solomon, and Jerry (Beverly) Solomon; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Celia’s family wishes to thank the staff at The Terrace and Fort Hudson for their dedicated care.

If desired, donations may be made in Celia’s name to Temple Beth El,  3 Marion Ave  Glens Falls, NY 12801or SPCA of Upstate NY, PO Box 171, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

A burial service will be held at 2 PM on Wednesday, September 18, at the Cedar Park Cemetery in Hudson, NY.

Shiva will be held at 7 PM on Thursday, September 19 at 238 Chestnut Ridge Rd in Queensbury.

Local arrangements are under the care of the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Edward “Wally” Walrath

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Walrath 2Walrath 1HUDSON FALLS – Edward “Wally” Walrath, 78, of State Route 196, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, September 14, 2013, at his home.

Born on May 22, 1935, in Rome, NY, he was the son of the late John E. and Dorotheoa (Heyne) Walrath.

He was very proud to have served his country in the US Army.  While in the service he was fortunate to have earned his GED.

In 1973, he married Marilyn (Vadnais) Grant.  She passed away on July 24, 2012.

Shortly after serving his country, Ed went to work as a typesetter for the Post Star in Glens Falls.  He loved his job and stayed there for over 30 years, until his retirement.  Ed loved playing chess, he ranked third in the New York State Chess Championship.  At one time, he had over 30 games going at once.  Ed was able to do this by using post cards through the mail.

Besides his parents and his wife, he was predeceased by his brother, John Walrath.

Survivors include his step daughter, Renee Grant of Hudson Falls; his step son, Joel Grant of Hudson Falls; his sister, Elizabeth Walrath of Utica; his brother, Richard Walrath and his wife, Joan of Columbus, Ohio; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no calling hours or funeral services.

Donations in Ed’s memory may be sent to the charity of your choice.

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

Dale Irene (Inglee) Palmer

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PalmerHUDSON FALLS – Dale Irene (Inglee) Palmer, 76, of Hudson Falls, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, September 10, 2013.

Born on August 27, 1937, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Madeline (Belden) Inglee.

Dale was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School.

At one time she was a manager for Fannie Farmer Candy Store.

Dale was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.  She was active with the Senior Citizens in Hudson Falls and enjoyed going to their community center.  She was a member of the Red Hats, AARP and well known for her spaghetti dinners and “Scotch a Roo’s”.

Her life centered around family, especially grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by Edward Palmer, her brother, Bruce Inglee, sister Diane Cronin, brother in law, Bill Cronin, sister in law, Joan Barton and mother and father in law, Marion and Russell Palmer.

She is survived by her children, Kim Petit and her husband Charles of Hartford, Scott Palmer and his wife, Joanne of Hudson Falls, Michael Palmer and his wife, Anne of Hudson Falls and Paige Wildey and her husband, Herbert of Hudson Falls; her grandchildren, Michael Petit, Andrea and Mike Romeo, Nicole and Craig Bosma, Stephen Petit and his fiancé, Corrine, Gabrielle and Paul Martini, Drew Petit and Cindy, Christopher Petit, Robert Petit, Brendan Petit, Jonathan and Kristen Palmer, Brianna Palmer and fiancé, Chris, Joseph Palmer and Sarah, Nicholas Wildey, Kaitlin and Zane Allen; her great-grandchildren, Alexander and Cameron Palmer, Nicholas and Vincent Romeo, Skyler Allen and Bryanna Bosma; her sisters, Carol Hagan and her husband Fred, Claudia Breeyear and her husband Bill, and Donzelle Collyer; her sister in law, Betty Inglee and her brother in law, Carl Barton; many special nieces and nephews, whom she loved dearly ; and many close friends, especially, Sue Nassivera and Claire Keech.

Friends may call on Friday, September 13, 2013 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

A Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, on the park in Hudson Falls with the Rev. Thomas Babiuch, pastor officiating,

The Rite of Committal will follow at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Dale’s family suggests that memorial donations in her memory be made to The Senior Center of  Kingsbury &Fort Edward, 78 Oak Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, 11 Park Place, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Robert Allen “Coach” Addison

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GLENS FALLS — Robert  Allen “Coach” Addison, 90, went into the arms of the Lord Friday, Sept. 6, 2013, at Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on December 7, 1922, in Akron, Ohio, he was the son of the late Robert K. and Frances (Richards) Addison.

After he graduated from Alliance High School in Ohio, he obtained his Bachelors from Oberlin College where he was inducted into the Heisman Hall of Fame.  Bob continued his education at New York University where he obtained his Masters and Ed.S.

Bob is an original Edson’s Raider with the United States Marine Corps, serving in the South Pacific during World War II.  He also served in the Korean Conflict.  Bob thoroughly enjoyed attending the annual Edson’s Raider’s Reunion in Quantico, Virginia. In 2013, Bob was inducted into the NYS Veteran’s Hall of Fame for his service to his country.

He was very active with the First Baptist Church of Glens Falls.  Bob was a speaker in area high schools, educating today’s youth on the history of World War II.  He was also very active with the Marine Corps Memorial Detachment # 2, Post 233 American Legion of Glens Falls, and the Edson’s Raider’s (1st Marine Bn) Association.  Bob also served as a member of the Neighborhood Association.

He married Elizabeth Davenport on July 9, 1949, in Plymouth, Pennsylvania.  She went to the Lord January 28, 2013.

Bob taught for several colleges in New Jersey, Maine, and Nebraska before settling in the Glens Falls area.  He served as the first Director of Athletics at Adirondack Community College and later became a full time professor and coach.  He retired from ACC after 29.   In 2013 he became the first inductee into the SUNY Adirondack Athletic Hall of Fame.

In addition to his parents and wife, he is predeceased by his sisters; Edith Graffice, Martha Jane Arnold, and a brother, William Addison.

Bob is survived by his children, Allen Addison of Glens Falls, Karen and David Taylor of Williamsburg, VA, Rebecca and Frank Troelstra of Glens Falls, Virginia Siegler of Van Nuys, CA and Edith Addison of Glens Falls; his grandchildren, Ben and Amy Troelstra of Glens Falls, Luke and Jenny Taylor of Williamsburg, VA, Jesse, Dylan and Riley Siegler of Van Nuys, CA; and many “daycare grandchildren”; his sister, Carol Peters and her husband Joe of Alliance, Ohio; his brother Russell Addison, and his wife Eleanor of Bradenton, Florida; his in laws, Jack Kloeber of Dallas, Pennsylvania, Polly Czar and her husband, George, of Pittston, Pennsylvania, Emily Foster and her husband, Don, of Plattsmouth, Nebraska, Ellen Davenport of Boston, Massachusetts, and Jane Davenport of Omaha, Nebraska; many nieces and nephews; many great-nieces and great-nephews; his caregivers, Mary West-Hannigan, Sara Crannell,  Charlie the dog, Debbie Bombard, RoseMarie Seabury, Marie Bell, Ginny Tramposh, Tom Tramposh, Tim Benner, Betty Young, Sue Arnold; six “granddogs”; and many friends and neighbors

There are no calling hours.

A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2013, at the First Baptist Church of Glens Falls, 100 Maple St, Glens Falls, with the Rev. Donald Shuler, officiating.

A reception, at the church, will follow the services.

A private interment will take place at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

Donations in Bob’s memory can be made to SUNY Adirondack Foundation, 640 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804, Memorial Detachment #2, Marine Corps League, “Toys for Tots” P.O. 322, Glens Falls, NY 12801, and The SPCA, P.O. Box 171, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Bob’s family requests that in his memory,  please do an act of random kindness.

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

Marcia Ann White

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whiteQUEENSBURY – Marcia Ann White, 69, of Queensbury Avenue (County Line Road), died on Wednesday, September 4, 2013.

Born on May 14, 1944, in Glens Falls, she was the beloved daughter of the late Duane “Unk” and Edna (Wells) White. Those close to Marcia knew her as “Sha Sha”, and her and her mother as “The White Girls”.

The owner and operator of Marcia Ann’s Beauty and Craft Salon, Marcia was an avid crafter, and a talented artist, hair stylist, and cake decorator. She was a kind and patient caregiver to many children, and a second mother to a lucky few.

Marcia was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School. She was employed by Mack’s Drug, Fay’s Drug, the Warren County Airport coffee shop, and was the craft manager for Ames department store.

Survivors include her Godson, Nicholas Cassella, and his brother Philip Cassella, both of Hartford; several cousins, including the “Other White Girls”, Andrea White of Washington, D.C. and Melissa White of Glens Falls; and several very special friends, including Nancy and Jim Toole of Glens Falls.

Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sunday at the Carleton Funeral Home, 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls.

Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Monday at the funeral home, with the burial following at the Pine View Cemetery in the town of Queensbury.

Marcia’s family and friends suggest memorials in the form of donations to the American Diabetes Association, 2 Pine West Plaza, Suite 204, Albany, NY 12205 or the American Cancer Society, 959 State Route 9, Mount Royal Plaza, Queensbury, NY 12804..

Wanda Gladys Fosmire

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FosmireHUDSON FALLS – Wanda Gladys Fosmire, 89, of 8th Ave., was called home on August 31, 2013, at Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on January 24, 1924 in Fenimore, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Gladys (Harris) Dibble.

Wanda was a registered nurse and received her training at Nathan Littauer Hospital in Gloversville.

On July 7, 1946, she married Earl R. “Fuzzy” Fosmire at the South Glens Falls United Methodist Church.  He died on November 28, 1996.

Wanda worked for 46 years at the Glens Falls Hospital as a registered nurse and also served as a nurse for Dr. Feingold, formerly in Fort Edward and Dr. Rhodes, formerly in Glens Falls.

She and Fuzzy enjoyed traveling all over the United States for a number of years.  Wanda was also adept at playing solitaire and double solitaire.

Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her only sister, Ella M. Wyllie.

Survivors include her daughter, Patricia Hart of Hudson Falls; her son, Eric “Ricky” Fosmire, Sr. and his wife, Linda of Saugus, MA; her six grandchildren, Eric John Fosmire, Jr., Angelina Michele Hart, Jeremy Jon Hart, Matthew Scott Fosmire, Leah Victoria Fosmire and Venessa Marie Fosmire; three great grandchildren, Nicholas Fosmire, Isabella Fosmire and Braydon Fosmire; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Saturday, September 7th from 11 to 1 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Burial will be at 3 p.m. on Saturday in Broadalbin-Mayfield Rural Cemetery, North Main St., Ext., Broadalbin, NY.

A Memorial Service will be conducted at 12 Noon on Sunday at the Bay Road Presbyterian Church, 1167 Bay Road, Lake George, with the Rev. Rob Allison, pastor, officiating.

The family had suggested that memorial donations be made to the Bay Road Presbyterian Church, 1167 Bay Road, Lake George, NY 12845.

Janice Burch

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Burch, JaniceGALWAY – Janice Burch reached out and lovingly grasped her husband’s hand and entered heaven August 31, 2013. She was a resident at Wesley Nursing Home in Saratoga and after a long illness has now been received into the loving arms of those who have gone before her.

Janice was the eldest daughter of Arthur and Eva Jarvis, born Christmas Day, 1927, in Feeder Dam, Glens Falls.  She attended Glens Falls school, and upon graduation worked at the Continental Insurance Company. She married the love of her life, Raymond Burch on May 14, 1950, and moved to North Hebron. After a few years of working for a local farmer, Ray and Janice bought a farm of their own in North Hebron and worked side by side, along with Ray’s father, Jay Burch and several of his brothers. Ray died in 1969, but Janice and her family continued to work the farm until 1978, when Janice and her youngest daughter moved to West Mountain Road to live near her beloved brother, Marshall Jarvis.

After several years, Janice relocated to Ballston Spa, then Amsterdam, and eventually had a home in East Galway where she resided until August 2011 when she became a resident of the Wesley Rehabilitation in Saratoga Springs.

Janice was a meticulous worker, always decorating her home and baking wonderful meals for her family. As they were growing up, she sewed all the clothing for her four daughters, whose names all began with the letter “K”, and was an accomplished seamstress and artisan, making crafts for local shops for many years. She was an active member of any church she attended, including being choir director at North Hebron Baptist Church, singing in the choir at Truthville Baptist Church and was an elder at her current church, West Mountain Community Church.

In addition to her parents, Janice was predeceased by her husband Raymond, as well as her beloved brothers, Richard and Marshall Jarvis.

She is survived by her four loving daughters, Kathy Mason and husband, Roger of Shoreham, VT, Kim Meade and husband, Charles of Glens Falls, Kristy Maille and husband, Stephen of Hudson Falls, and Kendra Curtis and husband, Jay of Amsterdam and her sisters, Jeannine Monroe and Dolores Williams, both of Glens Falls. She is also survived by her nine grandchildren, Wendy, Bill and Raymond Mason, Gabrielle Higgins, Ashley Meade, Nicholas and Jessica Maille, and Christopher and Kylie Curtis as well as six great grandchildren, two step-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Tuesday, September 3, 2013, from 4 to 8p.m.  at the Carleton Funeral Home Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 am on Wednesday,  at the funeral home with Pastor Ronald Becker, of West Mountain Community Church, officiating.

Burial will follow at Morningside Cemetery in Hartford.

A reception will follow the interment at West Mountain Community Church on Aviation Road in Queensbury.

Janice’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 3049, Syracuse, NY  13220 or the Arthritis Foundation, P.O. Box 7669, Atlanta, GA 30357-0669 or a charity of one’s choice.

Emily J. Abbott

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AbbottGLENS FALLS – Emily J. Abbott, 93, formerly of Hunter Street in Glens Falls, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2013 at Fort Hudson Health Care Facility in Fort Edward.

Born on December 16, 1919 in Granville, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Morrelli) Fragnoli.

Emily was a graduate of Granville High School and for over 40 years, she was happily married to George Abbott.   He passed away in 1995.

In her younger years, Emily was employed at General Electric and later she worked as a lunch lady at St. Mary’s School in Glens Falls.   Along with her husband, Emily owned and operated Abbotts Grocery on Bay Street in Glens Falls for several years. 

She was a devout communicant of St. Mary’s Church in Glens Falls.  Her faith was the cement that kept her life together.  

Her greatest passion was spending time with her grandchildren, Matt and Mike.   Emily’s family was the height of her life.  Along with her husband, she also enjoyed the sunny days at the Saratoga Racetrack.

Besides her parents and husband, Emily was predeceased by her brothers, Carmen Fragnoli and James Fragnoli and her sisters, Eleanor May, Anna Romano and Rose Fragnoli.

Survivors include her daughter Mary Bartholomew and her husband, Neil of Hudson Falls; her grandchildren, Matthew Cote and his wife, Nicole of Hundersville, NC and Michael Cody and his wife, Kathryn of Queensbury; her two great grandchildren, Isabella and Ava; her brothers and sisters, Bill Fragnoli, Tony Fragnoli, Jenny Hadeka, Micky Devecchi and Antenette Frandino; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends are welcome to call on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2013 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, following the calling hour at the funeral home.

The Rite of Committal will follow at St. George Antiochian Cemetery in South Glens Falls.

Memorial donations in Emily’s name may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Emily’s family gives a heartfelt thank you to the nurses and staff at Holbrook Home in Granville and at Fort Hudson Health Care Facility for the love and kindness given to Emily and her family.

Robert C. Rich

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RichQUEENSBURY – Robert C. Rich, 65, of Robert Gardens North, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2013, at his home.

Bob was born on August 12, 1948, in Glens Falls.  He was the son of Robert P. Rich and Joyce (Lowell) Rich, both deceased in 2009 and 1960 respectively.  He was also fortunate to have Jeannine (Cahill) Rich as his step-mother since 1961.

Bob defined himself by his work in sales, of which he took great pride; and earned a reputation of high integrity with his work ethic and kindness towards others.  Although his work required constant travel, his personal interests were in traveling, meeting new people, and a passion for learning and discovery.  He wishes to thank all the people he met in his life for the many kindnesses and courtesies offered to him.

He leaves behind the love of his life, Francine Martel of Marlborough, Massachusetts, a brother, John A. Rich and his wife Marjorie, and their children; a former wife and dear friend, Lyn L. Rich and her daughters Tawn Knights and Tara Houseworth, and their families of Glens Falls.

At Bob’s request there will be no calling hours. 

Interment of Bob’s ashes, with a Christian burial, will be at the convenience of his family, at Greenmount Cemetery, in Whitehall.

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

Patricia Anne Bittinger

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HUDSON FALLS – Patricia Anne Bittinger, 84, a longtime Hudson Falls resident who most recently resided in Boalsburg, PA, died Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at the Hearthside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in State College, PA.

Born on October 2, 1928, in Mechanicville, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Anne (DeCamilla) Catone.

Mrs. Bittinger was a 1945 graduate of Mechanicville High School.  She graduated with a bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from Ithaca College in 1949.  She later received her Master’s Degree in Music Education from SUNY Albany.

Her husband, James W. Bittinger, Jr. died on April 21, 2001.

She taught music education and was the choir accompanist for the Hudson Falls School District until her retirement in 1985.

In addition to her teaching, she participated for many years at the New York State School Music Association’s annual conference.  Pat accompanied hundreds of young musicians for graded solo competitions and regional music festivals.  She was the principal pianist for Glens Falls Operetta Club, playing some 39 shows as well as having accompanied soloists for the Lake George Opera of Lake George, NY.  In 1992, Pat was honored by the Glens Falls operetta Club for her limitless contributions to the success of their musical productions.  She continued playing for the community well into her 70’s.

She was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.

Pat her survived by one daughter, Anne K. Borys and her husband, Alexander of Boalsburg, PA, with whom she resided with for the past 10 years.

Family and friends are welcome to attend a graveside Rite of Committal on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at 1 p.m. at St. Mary’s Cemetery on Burgoyne Ave. in the town of Fort Edward with the Rev. Thomas Babiuch, pastor of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls officiating.

Memorial donations in Pat’s memory may be made to the State College Area Food bank, 276 W. Hamilton Ave., State College, PA, 16801

Local arrangements are under the direction of the Carleton Funeral home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Gary R. Gillingham

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gillinghamHUDSON FALLS – Gary R. Gillingham, 57, of Hudson Falls, passed away, on Wednesday, August 21, 2013, at Glens Falls Hospital, following a long illness.

Born on October 2, 1955, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late John K. and Ruth (Holcomb) Gillingham.

Gary was a 1973 graduate of Warrensburgh High School.  After high school, Gary attended Adirondack Community College.

On April 6, 1975, he married Joan Porlier at St. Mary’s St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.

Gary was an employee of TD Bank as a customer service supervisor for 38 years.

He loved camping and hiking in the Adirondacks, especially Minerva and Garnet Lake.  Gary enjoyed sports and loved attending his children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events.  His favorite teams included the Golden Eagles, Glens Falls area hockey, and the Green Jackets.  He enjoyed car races, and was forever a New York Jets fan.

Besides his parents, Gary is predeceased by his brother, Robert Gillingham, his sister in law, Dorothy Porlier, and his brother in law, Bob Harrington.

Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Joan (Porlier) Gillingham; his children, Stephen “Steve” Gillingham and his wife Sue, Janelle Gillingham; his grandchildren, Justin Gillingham, and Jenna Gillingham; his brothers, Charles Gillingham and his wife Thelma, John Gillingham  and his wife Noreen, Duane Gillingham and his significant other Barb, Dale Gillingham; his sister in law Lynn Gillingham; his sisters, Sue Lackey and her husband George, Dawn Gillingham, Penny Maxam and her husband Kevin; brothers in law, Joe Porlier and his wife Mary, Richard Porlier and his wife Donna, John Porlier and his wife Sue, Art Porlier, Robert Porlier and his wife Diana; his sisters in law, Bella Harrington, Rosalie Burleson and her husband Gerald, Mary Ann Sprague and her husband George, Elaine Porlier, Delia Dwyer and her significant other Wilson Corker, Denise Story, Joan’s twin, Janet Anderson and her husband Bob;  and many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and wonderful friends

Special thanks to Dympna Corcoran, for always being there, Jeanne Magliulo, his special nurse who always made him laugh, Dick Saunders, for being a special friend, all the nurses and doctors at the C.R. Wood Cancer Center and ICU, and to Dr. Pillemer, for fighting the fight alongside us the whole way.

Friends may call on Sunday, August 25, 2013, from 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m., on Monday, August 26, 2013, at the South Glens Falls United  Methodist Church , with the Reverend Jeffrey Stratton, pastor, officiating.

A luncheon will follow at the United Methodist Church.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to C.R. Wood Cancer Center, 100 Park St, Glens Falls, NY 12801, Fort Edward Rescue Squad Inc., P.O. 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828, High Peaks Hospice, 79 Glenwood Ave., Floor 2, Queensbury, NY 12804 or South High Marathon Dance 42 Merritt RD., South Glens Falls, NY 12803

Richard James Humowitz, Sr.

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SOUTH GLENS FALLS – Richard James Humowitz, Sr., 77, of Pheasant Way, passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on July 29, 1936, in New York City, he was the son of the late August and Sophia (Perahut) Humowitz.

Richard received a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism from Rutgers University.

He served with the New Jersey National Guard.

In 1964 he married Virginia Chamberlain in Rumson, NJ.

Richard worked for ATT handling their advertising and sales.  Upon moving to this area, he did the same thing for the General Electric Company in Schenectady.

He was a communicant of St. Michael the Archangel Church in South Glens Falls and enjoyed gardening, camping and trips with his family.

Besides his parents, he is predeceased by a brother Peter Humowitz.

Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Virginia (Chamberlain) Humowitz of South Glens Falls; his children, Richard J. Humowitz, Jr. and his wife, Jeanine of Wilton, Michael Humowitz and his wife Jennifer of Wallingford, CT, Suzanne Humowitz of South Glens Falls, Matthew Humowitz and his wife, Meghann of Woodbury, CT and John Humowitz of Saratoga; his grandchildren Christian Humowitz, Nicholas Humowitz, Mikey Humowitz, Jack Humowitz, Collin Humowitz; and one nephew.

There are no calling hours.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday at St. Michael the Archangel Church in South Glens Falls with the Rev. Tony Childs officiating.

The Rite of Committal will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery in South Glens Falls.

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