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Estella Lenora Danahy

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danahyHUDSON FALLS –  Estella Lenora Danahy (nee Gerhauser), 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 7th at Kingsway Arms Nursing Home in Schenectady, NY.

Mrs. Danahy was born in Glens Falls, to Foster Gerhauser and Estella Billings Gerhauser, who died in childbirth. Mrs. Danahy was raised by her grandmother, Nellie Billings and by her aunts, Amy DeGuire and Nellie St. John.

 Estella graduated from Glens Falls High School’s Class of 1944. After high school, she went to work as an executive secretary in the offices of the Imperial Paper Co. (later Hercules Inc/Ciba Geigy Corp), where she met, and later married Lawrence C Danahy on May 26, 1951. The Danahy’s lived in Hudson Falls their entire married life, fifty-five of those years at 137 Maple Street. Mrs. Danahy left her job in 1953 to become a full-time homemaker and raise their two children, which she found very fulfilling. Mr. Danahy predeceased his beloved wife of 58 years in 2010.

 Estella Danahy is survived by two children, Elaine J. McVoy (Gary) of Slingerlands, and Kevin L. Danahy (Barbara Hyland) of Colonie; her four much-loved grandsons, Matthew McVoy of Glenmont, Alan Danahy of Columbia, SC, Ryan Danahy of Astoria, Queens, and Brian McVoy (Amy Downey) of Delmar, as well as the newest addition to the family, their daughter and her beloved first great-grandchild, Elizabeth Rachel McVoy.

 An avid fan for many decades, Mrs. Danahy never missed an opportunity to watch NY Yankees and NY Giants games with her husband, son, and grandsons. She was also an accomplished seamstress who made beautiful custom clothes for herself and her daughter for many years. Throughout her life, Estella was very creative and enjoyed artistic past-times such as ceramics, oil painting and watercolors. Over the years she painted many beautiful nature scenes which adorn the walls of her children’s and grandchildren’s homes. And she made her daughter and daughter-in-law each a set of Christmas Nativity Scene figurines which are among their most prized possessions.

 Calling hours will be held at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls from 9:30 to 10:30 AM on Friday, August 9th.

 A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., following the calling hours at St. Mary/St. Paul’s Church on the park in Hudson Falls.

 In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Estella Danahy may be sent to Community Hospice, online at https://donations.communityhospice.org/donate-memorialdonation or you may mail a check to the Community Hospice Foundation 295 Valley View Blvd, Rensselaer, NY 12144.

Estella’s family also wishes to thank the extraordinary, wonderful, caring staff of Kingsway Arms Nursing Center, A-Wing, as well as her Community Hospice team, for all they did to make Mrs. Danahy’s time there safe and happy,and to make her final days comfortable and peaceful.

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

Ruth (Phillips) Jones

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JonesHUDSON FALLS – Ruth (Phillips) Jones, 78, of Perkins Drive, went to be with the Lord, on Tuesday, August 6, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

 Born on October 1, 1934 in Fort Miller, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Anna (Benway) Phillips.

 Ruth was a 1953 graduate of Fort Edward High School and on November 29, 1961, she married Everett W. Jones in Lakeville, CT.

 Throughout her life, she was employed as a secretary in different places. Ruth started out her career at New York Telephone Company in Glens Falls and then went on to work in Research and Development for the Federal Government in New Mexico.  She also was employed at Diamond Point Lumber Company in Queensbury and Warren Washington BOCES in the Special Education Office.  Ruth ended her working career at Fort Hudson Nursing Home in Fort Edward and retired from Washington Correctional in Comstock.

Ruth was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.  Her faith was an important part of her life.

 Her pastimes included reading, traveling and spending time with her husband, children and grandchildren.  Ruth’s family was the center of her life and she will be greatly missed by her family and her friends.  She also loved to travel throughout the area and North America.  Her favorite destination was Nova Scotia.  Pets were also important to her.  Ruth loved all her dogs and her cats.

 In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her three brothers, Ernest Jones, Louis Phillips, Jr. and William Phillips.

 Survivors include her loving husband of 51 years, Everett W. Jones, Sr. of Hudson Falls; her son, Everett W. “Charlie” Jones, Jr. of Hudson Falls; her daughter, Jenny A. Allen and her husband, Dale of Hudson Falls; four grandchildren, Michael E. Allen of Hudson Falls, Alexander W. Jones, Emma K. Jones and Madilyn E. Jones, all of South Glens Falls; a sister, Shirley M. Varney and her husband, Nelson “Ed” of Hudson Falls; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

 The Rite of Committal will be private at St. Joseph’s Cemetery on Burgoyne Ave. in Fort Edward.

 Ruth’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to Make A Wish Foundation of Northeast NY, 105 Mill St., Corinth, NY 12822.

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

 

Edward Patrick Corrigan

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Corrigan, EdwardHUDSON FALLS – Edward Patrick Corrigan, 72, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2013, at his sister’s home, in Hudson Falls, after a short bout with cancer.

Born on January 29, 1941, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Alphonse and Catherine (Gorham) Corrigan.

Edward proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps.  While serving his country, he rose to the rank of Lance Corporal.  Following his tour of duty, he was employed at General Electric Company in Hudson Falls and Fort Edward.  Edward retired from GE, after 35 years of service.

He loved antiquing all over this area and in Vermont.  Edward also enjoyed walking and riding his bike along the Feeder Canal Path.  He loved spending his time outdoors.  Edward was greatly loved and will be missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by his sister, Constance Smith of Hudson Falls; his nephews and niece, Robert Smith of Queensbury, Susan Smith of Hudson Falls and Michael Smith and his wife, Anne of Hudson Falls; and his great nephews, Paul, Anthony and Dana.

At Edward’s request there will be no calling hours or public services.

A graveside service will be private at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Memorial donation’s may be sent to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Roxanne “Gram” Weller

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Weller 1Weller 2GANSEVOORT – Roxanne “Gram” Weller, 72, passed away peacefully, in her sleep at home, early in the morning on August 4th.

 Born on November 27, 1940, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of Francis and Rilla Ruddy.

 Roxanne graduated from Kubaski American Dependent School in Okinawa, Japan, class of 1958.

 On March 21, 1959, in Fairhaven, VT, Roxanne married Lester Weller. Together they raised four boys in Gansevoort.

 Roxanne served as a childcare provider for 10 years at the Moreau Community Center and worked as a teacher’s aid for the South Glens Falls School District, for 39 years, at Ballard Road Elementary School.

 Roxanne was an amazing woman, who took pride in being able to do things that not everyone else could do, for example, raising four boys. In the early 60’s, she raced her 1956 Pontiac and went four years undefeated. She was also proud to say, that she was the first woman baseball coach at Moreau Rec.

 Roxanne was known as the woman who was always cheering in the stands. Whether it was for her children, grandchildren, or just a kid she knew, she was everyone’s biggest fan.  For her dedication to bulldog pride and spirit, Roxanne is being recognized as a 2013 Bulldog Hall of Fame inductee.  She was also known for her many years of devotion to the South Glens Falls Wrestling Program.

 Other than her parents, Roxanne was predeceased by her mother and father-in-law, Lena and Howard Weller, along with her son, Darwin Weller.

 She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Lester Weller; her sons, Kelly Weller and wife, Valarie, Howard Weller and fiancé, Lisa Carpenter, and Shawn Weller and girlfriend, Cheryl Belcher; her daughter-in-law, Carrie Weller; and her grandchildren, who were the center of her world, Lester and girlfriend, Logan Coltey, Shawn and girlfriend, Kayt McCormick, Ashley and boyfriend, Tom LaFountain, Hannah, Cameron and girlfriend, Devin Smith, Carly, Darwin, and Dillon.

 Friends and family may call on Tuesday from 3 to 7 p.m.  at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Following the calling hours, all are welcome to the home of Howard Weller and Lisa Carpenter, at 38 Chestnut Street in South Glens Falls.

 Roxanne would like to thank her family, friends and Community Hospice of Saratoga, for all of their love and support through her battle with cancer, words can not explain how much it all meant to her.

 Donation in Roxanne’s memory may be sent to the South High Marathon Dance, 42 Merritt Road, South Glens Falls, NY 12803.

Mary P. Gilmour

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GilmourHUDSON FALLS – Mary P. Gilmour, 91, of Main Street, passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, at Great Barrington Rehab and Nursing Center in Massachusetts.

Born on October 18, 1921, in Brooklyn, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Anna (Dowd) Sweeney.

Mary was a graduate of Bishop McGinn High School in Brooklyn.  She met the love of her life, Stephen “Steve” Gilmour at a high school dance.    They were married the day after her 18th birthday, October 19, 1939 and shared 59 wonderful years together before his death, in 1998.

 Mary lived for many years on Long Island, where her and her husband raised their children.   When Steve retired, they moved to Texas.  After his death, in 1998, Mary returned to New York. 

She was a member of the Third Order of St. Francis and a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church.  Her faith was important to her.  God was the center of her life.  Mary also loved listening to music, dancing, singing and whistling.

In addition to her parents and her husband, she was predeceased by her three sons, Paul Gilmour, who passed away in 1997, Chris Gilmour, who died  in 2001 and Tom Gilmour, who passed away in 2007, and several brothers and sisters.

She is survived by her three children, Arlene Ennis and her husband, John of Long Island, Stephen Gilmour, Jr. and his wife, Kathy of PA and Regina Newell and her husband, Robert of Hudson Falls; her daughter in law, June Gilmour of California; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; and her nephews.

Friends may call on Monday, August 5, 2013 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A  Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11a.m. on Tuesday, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, on the park in Hudson Falls, with the Reverend Thomas Babiuch, pastor, officiating.

Donations in Mary’s memory may be sent to the charity of your choosing.

George E. Smith

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HUDSON FALLS – George E. Smith, 87, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, at the Pine’s Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Glens Falls,

Born on February 1, 1926, in Hartford, he was the son of the late Harry J. and Sophie May (Parker) Smith.

George attended Hartford School.

He served with the United States Army, stationed in Germany driving ambulances.

George worked for the Manley Farm in Kingsbury and Strong’s Farm where he took care of race horses, and served as a farm hand. He also worked at the Hitchcock Farm in Kingsbury.

His greatest joy was to go to family picnics.

In addition to his parents, George is predeceased by two sisters, Martha Tamaro and Shirley Horton and a brother, Johnson R. Smith.

Survivors include six sisters, Doris Blake of Hudson Falls, Charlotte Girarde of Glens Falls, Betty J. Smith of Hudson Falls, Norma LaRock of Hudson Falls, Joyce Aubrey of Hudson Falls and Pauline Perrotte of South Glens Falls; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Friends may call from 7 to 8 p.m. on Friday evening at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Prayers will be offered at 8 P.M. of Friday evening at the funeral home by the Rev. Steve Smith, Chaplain of High Peaks Hospice, officiating.

Donation’s in George’s memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 2 Pine West Plaza, Washington Avenue Extension, Suite 204, Albany, NY 12205

 

Cesar Sanchez

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sanchezHudsonFalls – Cesar Sanchez, 38, died peacefully on Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at Glens FallsHospital surrounded by his family after a long and courageous battle.

Born December 23, 1974 in Santa Clara, Mexico, Cesar was able to realize the American Dream.  After coming to the United States at age 11, Cesar worked hard to better himself through his education.  As a middle school student, Cesar attended NativityMissionSchool on the Lower East Side of Manhattan and became aware of the power of helping others.  Each summer, he was able to visit the school’s summer camp in Lake Placid and began to develop the leadership skills necessary to help hundreds of others overcome challenging environments.  It was these skills that earned him a scholarship to LaSalleAcademy and eventually a full scholarship to attend LeMoyneCollege in Syracuse, NY.  In keeping with his passion for helping others, Cesar worked in the Admissions Department for 15 years at the University of Albany and was passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.

Cesar’s life revolved around his family and friends and he had a talent for making others feel special.  He enjoyed traveling, music, dancing, hiking, golf, swimming, bocce and numerous other outdoor activities.  Above all, he loved playing with his girls, and spending time with them talking and learning new things.  A single life produces much radiance when that person follows his dreams, tries to do what is right, and refuses to let obstacles stand in the way. Cesar did all that. The world is better for his having lived. We are better for having known him. Though his life may have ended too soon, it was a life complete in so many ways.

Cesar is survived by the “sunshines” of his life, his wife Susan, and two beautiful daughters Mia and Ava.  Additional survivors include his family, parents, Juan and Aurora Sanchez, his sister, Isabel, her fiancé George, and brother, Edgar all of New   York City.  His in-laws, Joseph and Sondra Michaud, Paul and Linda Michaud, Timothy Copeland, Belinda and Steve Sundberg, Patti Michaud, Colleen and Doug Smith, several nieces, nephews, cousins, godchildren and special friends whom he loved very much.  Additionally Cesar had a special bond with Father Jack Podsiadlo who he always believed had a hand in all of his successes.

The family would like to personally thank all of the wonderful people who have helped care for Cesar, namely Dr. Paul R. Filion, Dr. Joseph Yarze and the many nurses on 3W who now seem like family, especially Jeff and Korrey.  These are the true angels on earth.

At Cesar’s request, there will be neither calling hours nor a funeral service.

A celebration of life ceremony will take place in Lake Placid, NY later this fall.

In lieu of flowers, a scholarship has been set up in Cesar’s name to help others.  Donations can be made to Director of Development, NY Nativity 740 Manida St. Bronx, NY 10474

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

Robert M. “Bob” Cackener

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OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAQUEENSBURY & HUDSON FALLS – Robert M. “Bob” Cackener, 89, formerly of Hudson Falls and more recently of The Glen at Hiland Meadows, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 18, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on March 20, 1924 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Millard W. and Madaline (Root) Cackener.

Bob served in the United States Army Medical Corp. on a hospital ship in North Africa during World War II.

He graduated from Hudson Falls High School and in1952, Bob received his Bachelor of Science degree from St. Lawrence University.   He continued his education and was awarded a Masters of Arts degree in education from SUNY at Oneonta.

On April 17, 1960, he married the love of his life, Helen Lewis at the First United Methodist Church in Schenectady and become father to three beautiful young daughters.

For 25 years, Bob taught 5th grade at Margaret Murphy Elementary School in Hudson Falls, retiring in 1980.    He loved the opportunity to teach and care about so many children. 

Bob was a member of the NY State United Teachers Association and for several years he was the President of the local teachers union.  Bob was a very active man belonging to several organizations.   He was a member, an Elder and a Clerk of the Session for many years at the First Presbyterian Church in Hudson Falls. Other organizations that he belonged to include, the Schenectady Lodge #1174/F. & A.M., The Oriental Temple, AANOMS, the Glens Falls YMCA and an honorary life member and volunteer of S.P.A.C.   Bob loved the ballet and listening to opera.  At the time of his death, he was reading a 500 page book on the history of ballet.  Along with his wife, he was a docent at The Hyde Collection.   Bob was also a member of the American Legion Post 574 of Hudson Falls and volunteered at Station WMHT/WMHX.  

Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years, Helen Cackener of Queensbury; his three daughters, Deborah L. Poplasky and her husband, Thomas of Canandaigua, Elizabeth Lewis-Michl and her husband, Thomas of Delmar and Margaret Lewis-Price of Tualatin, Oregon; his brother, John H. Cackener and his wife, Priscilla of Westfield; seven grandchildren, Caitlin Bartusch and her husband, Jeff, Betsy Adkins and her husband, Chad, Glyn Michl, Meredith Michl,  Sarah Price, Hannah Price and Rob Price; and his great grandson, Thomas Adkins.

Friends may call on Thursday, July 25, 2013 from 4 to 7 p.m.  at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be conducted 9:30 a.m. on Friday, July 26, 2013 at the First Presbyterian Church in Hudson Falls, with the Rev. Michael Planke, pastor, officiating.

Burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, July 26, 2013 at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, Scholarship Fund, 5 River Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Robert A. “Bob” Rock, Sr.

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RockQUEENSBURY – Robert A. “Bob” Rock, Sr., 63, of Sugarbush Road, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, July 18, 2013, at his home.

Born on July 25, 1949, in Glens Falls, he was the son of Dorothy (Johnson) Rock and the late Roger A. Rock.

Bob was formerly married to the mother of his children, Gail Brown.  Bob was a roller-skating fanatic, he lived on his skates.  He also enjoyed bowling with family and friends.  At the end of his life, Bob was a caregiver. He loved this part of his career, because he could give back by helping others.  In his younger years, he enjoyed camping in the Adirondacks and deer hunting with his friends.  Bob loved traveling with his mother, Dorothy throughout the country; they would just get in the car and go.  Most of all, Bob loved the Lord.  He was a member of the Calvary’s Family Life Center.  Bob loved attending church and listening to Christian music, especially Randy Travis and 4 Ever 1 Christian Music Group.

He will be remembered for being a kind and caring man, with a big heart.  He will be missed by everyone that he touched.

Bob is survived by his son, Robert A. Rock, Jr. and his wife, Kim of Apex, NC; his daughter, Kristi Rock of Rotterdam; his mother, Dorothy Rock of Queensbury; his siblings, Roger T. Rock and his wife, Irene of Hudson Falls, John J. Rock and his wife, Johann of Hudson Falls and Carol Brown of Glens Falls; four grandchildren, Sara Rock, Tiaja Harris, Jahlil Harris and Danel Harris; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Tuesday, July 23, 2013, from 11 to 1 p.m. at the Calvary’s Family Life Center, 100 Sherman Ave in Glens Falls.

Funeral services will follow at 1 pm at the church, with Pastor Paul Keehr, officiating.

Burial will follow at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Calvary’s Family Life Center, 100 Sherman Ave, Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Mrs. Margaret E. Young

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YoungHUDSON FALLS – Mrs. Margaret E. Young, 84, of John Street, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday, July 20, 2013 at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on October 6, 1928, in Fort Edward, she was the daughter of the late Willard J. and Margaret R. (Stewart) Perry.

On November 17, 1946, she married Richard E. Young, Sr., at St. Joseph’s Church in Fort Edward.  Richard passed away on November 15, 2000, after 55 wonderful years of marriage.

Margaret retired from General Electric Company after 44 years of service.  She enjoyed camping in the Adirondacks with her husband and family and bowling in the Mixed Up Couples league for years at B&C Lanes.   Margaret loved traveling with her husband and spending winters in Florida.  She cherished her family, especially her grandchildren.  Margaret was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her brother, William Wright and her sister, Dorothy Taylor.

Survivors include her children, Margaret “Peggy” Woodcock and her husband, Charles of Fort Edward, Richard Young, Jr., and his wife, Clara of Glens Falls, William Young and his wife, Mary of Fort Edward, Penny Therrien and her husband, Richard of Hudson Falls and Candy Pratt and her husband Stanley “Rick” of Queensbury; 13 grandchildren, Charles Woodcock, Jr. and his wife, Deborah, Michael Woodcock, Christine Woodcock, Rachel Frasier, Richard E. Young, III and his wife, Maleah, Thomas Young and his wife, Nikki, Jody Burgess and her husband, Ethan, Kimberly Therrien and her fiancé, Mark McDonald, Michelle Osgood and her husband, Jake, Melissa Therrien and her fiancé, John LaTour, Nichole Rushlow, Lena Stone and her husband, Jeffery and Curtis Pratt; several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Tuesday, July 23, 2013, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. on Wednesday, at the funeral home.

Rite of Committal will follow at the Gerald B.H. Solomon – Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

Her family wishes to thank Margaret’s caregivers, Gail Chadwick and Margie McKittrick for the wonderful care and love given to our mother through the years.

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

Marie A. Sexton

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SextonFORT EDWARD – Marie A. Sexton, 92, a longtime resident of Fort Edward, who later moved to Earl Towers in Hudson Falls and most recently to Cambridge Guest Home, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 19, 2013, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Troy, after a short illness.

Born on October 12, 1920, in Brookefield, Mass, she was the daughter of the late Park and Elizabeth (Russell) Nichols.

Marie was a high school graduate and continued her education in New York City, learning how to be an accomplished seamstress.

On May 15, 1949, she married Richard C. “Dick” Sexton at the St. Alphonsus Church, formerly in Glens Falls.  Dick passed away on April 15, 1998, after almost 50 years of marriage.

Marie was a longtime member of the Catholic Daughters of America and the Home Bureau.  She worked at Brone Shirt Factory on East Street in Fort Edward until it closed and then she was employed at Troy Shirt-Makers Guild in Glens Falls, until her retirement.

Marie enjoyed crocheting, knitting, reading and collecting cookbooks.   She also loved trips to Maine with her sister, Daisie Beadnell and her brother in law, Bill.    Most of all, Marie cherished spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her daughter, Marlene Marie Sexton and her sister, Marjorie Tilford.

Marie is survived by her daughters, Deb Colvin and her husband, Herb of Queensbury and Cindy Collier and her husband, Tom of Corinth; three grandchildren, Jim Collier and his wife, Mary of Fort Edward, Tomm Collier of Corinth and Herb Colvin, II, and his significant other, Kori Rayno of Fort Ann; four great grandchildren, Alexander Collier, Gillian Collier, Max Richard Collier and Julia Colvin; her sister, Daisie Beadnell and her husband, Bill; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The Rite of Committal will be 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24, 2013, at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Memorial donations may be sent to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Upstate New York/Vermont Chapter, 5 Computer Drive West, Suite 100, Albany, NY 12205

Michael F. Gonyo

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HUDSON FALLS – Michael F. Gonyo, 68, of Feeder Street, went into the arms of the Lord, on Thursday, July 18, 2013 at the Glens Falls Hospital.

 Born November 13, 1944 in Fort Edward, he was the son of the late Abner D. and Glenis (Drown) Gonyo.

He was a 1962 graduate of Hudson Falls High School and on February 15, 1975 he married Kathleen Stiles in Hudson Falls.

Michael was a faithful member of the Greater Glens Falls Bible Baptist Church in Hudson Falls.

He had many enjoyments with included flying and studying history.

In addition to his parents, two sisters, Mildred French and Cora Moses, also died before him.

Survivors include his loving wife of 38 years, Kathleen (Stiles) Gonyo of Hudson Falls; his brother, David Gonyo of Virginia Beach, VA; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, July 29, 2013 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Tuesday at the Greater Glens Falls Bible Baptist Church on West Street in Hudson Falls with Pastor Guy Goodell, officiating.

Burial will follow at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Memorial donations in Michael’s memory may be made to the Greater Glens Falls Bible Baptist Church, West St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Merton R. Bickford

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BickfordFORT EDWARD – Merton R. Bickford, 89, of Ethan Allen St., Fort Edward passed away Saturday, July 13, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born December 25, 1923, he was the son of the late Merton and Ellen (Whalen) Bickford.

He attended Fort Edward High School and Michigan State College through the Army specialization training program.

Mert was a Corporal in the Army during World War II. He was a member of the 198th AAA Battalion and fought in New Guinea and Luzon, Philippines. He was awarded the World War II Victory Medal, the American Service Medal, the Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, the Philippines Liberation Ribbon, the Good Conduct Medal and two Bronze stars.

After the war, Mert went to work for the Scott Paper Co where he was employed for 38 years as a Maintenance Supervisor.

He was a past member of the Fort Edward Knights of Columbus, past president of the Fort Edward Lions Club, member of the “T” Bird Country Club and a member of the Glens Falls Elks Lodge.

On October 14, 1950, he married Phyllis Barrett of Brooklyn, NY. She passed away October 17, 2008, after 58 wonderful years of marriage.

In addition to his parents and wife, he is predeceased by his  sisters, Anne and Beatrice and his brothers John and Leon.

Mert is survived by his son Brian Bickford of Glens Falls, his daughter Leslee Bickford and her husband Greg Smotzer of Glens Falls; grandchildren: Kelsey, Kallen and Patrick Smotzer; his sister Margaret Montero and her husband, Robert of Argyle; and brothers Lawrence  Bickford and his wife, Barbara of Fort Edward and Joseph Bickford and his wife, Terry of Hudson Falls; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Calling hours and funeral services are private.

Private interment, with Military Honors will take place at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Veteran’s Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

Mert’s family would like to extend a special thanks to his neighbor, Reggie Peters, for his friendship and support. They would also like to thank Mert’s home health care aides, his niece Karen and his long time friend Lance Elliott for their compassion and concern.

Donations may be made in Mert’s memory to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12839.