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Yolanda M. (Trapasso) Pratt

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prattHUDSON FALLS – Yolanda M. (Trapasso) Pratt, 84, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2013 at the Glens Falls Hospital, following a short illness.

Born on May 21, 1929, in Port Henry, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Cecelia (VanDerhoof) Trapasso.

Yolanda Graduated from Port Henry High School. After World War II, she met Robert Pratt. They were married on January 31, 1948, at St. Patrick’s Church in Port Henry and were married for 63 years until Bob’s death in 2011

Before moving to Florida, She worked at Continental Insurance Company in Glens Falls. In 1972 Robert and Yolanda moved to Florida, where they lived for the next 25 years.

In 1997 they returned to the Hudson Falls area to be closer to family.

She enjoyed playing bridge with friends and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. The family will miss Nana’s spaghetti and meatballs.

In addition to her parents and husband, Yolanda is predeceased by her infant daughter, Sandra Lee Pratt, her brother Thomas Trapasso, Jr. and her sister Alice Pratt.
Yolanda is survived by her son, Glen Pratt and his wife, Lori of Hudson Falls; daughter, Donna Pratt Lettre and her husband, Jerry of New Ipswich N.H.; grandchildren, Kim (Dan) Hartford, Christina (Andrew) Morrill, Scott (Lindsay) Lettre and Kyle Pratt and companion, Hayley Murphy; great grandchildren, Devin, Dustin, Davis Hartford, Logan Morrill and Kali Pratt. Yolanda was also awaiting the arrival of her sixth great-grandchild.
Yolanda is also survived by her sisters, Genevieve Baird, Carol French and Dottie Larrow and her brother, Louis Trapasso; along with many nieces and nephews.
There will be no calling hours.
Burial will be 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, 2013, at the Gerald B. H. Solomon, Saratoga National Veteran’s Cemetery on Duel Rd. in the town of Stillwater.

Memorial donations in Yolanda’s memory may be made to The American Diabetes Association, 7 Washington Square, Albany, NY 12205 or the American Heart Association 440 New Karner Rd, Albany, NY 12205

Edward A. “Eddie” Gordon, Jr.

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GordonHUDSON FALLS – Edward A. “Eddie” Gordon, Jr., 58, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, in New York City.
Born on March 12, 1955, in Glens Falls he was the son of Edward A. Gordon, Sr. and the late Patricia (Barney) Gordon.

Eddie was a 1973 graduate of Hudson Falls Senior High School.

He served as a professional firefighter for the village of Hudson Falls for many years and also served as a dispatcher for the Washington County Department of Public Safety.

Eddie was active with the American Red Cross and loved spending time with people.

He is survived by his daughters, Kristen Gordon and Paige Longden, both of Hudson Falls; his father, Edward A. Gordon, Sr. of Hudson Falls; his sister Patricia Kilmer and her husband, Steve of Hudson Falls; his brother, Thomas Gordon of Queensbury; his nephews, Joel Davis and his wife Jolene and their children, Moriah, Mallory and Joseph, Greg Davis and his fiancé, Vanessa Dwyer and Nathaniel Kilmer; his niece, Liza; his aunts, Hazxel Hydeman of Erie, PA and Shirley Sawn of Glens Falls; several cousins and many friends.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

A memorial mass will be celebrated at 10:30 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 St. Paul’s Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Following the Rite of Committal, all are welcome to a gathering at McManus Hall, located next to St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.

The Hudson Falls Volunteer Fire Department and Support group will meet at 6 P.M. on Friday evening at the funeral home to pay their respects.
Being a very caring person, it was Eddie’s wish to donate whatever organs could be used to help others. Because of this gesture, someone received the necessary organs to be able to see again. Eddie would like you all to consider this.

In lieu of flowers, his family has requested that donations be made to the American Red Cross, 74 Warren St., Glens Falls, NY 12801 or the Hudson Falls Volunteer Fire Dept, 220 Main St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Mary Louise Fish

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MFishHUDSON FALLS – Mary Louise Fish, 84, of Dix Avenue, passed away at her home on Sunday, June 16, 2013.

Born on February 23, 1929, in Fenimore, she was the daughter of the late James B. and Ellen (Lewis) Smith.

She was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School. In 1946, she married Jerry Fish at the Gospel Lighthouse Assemblies of God Church in Hudson Falls. He passed away in 1996. Mary was employed at Imperial Paint and Paper formerly in Queensbury and then Arkell and Smith, which was later known as Chase Bag, formerly in the town of Moreau.

She was a lifetime member of the Gospel Lighthouse Assemblies of God Church in Hudson Falls. After her husband retired, they enjoyed traveling. Mary liked knitting and crocheting things, especially for her grandchildren. She was a kind and thoughtful lady who was well thought of by everyone who knew her, especially her family and friends.

Mary is survived by her son, Neal Fish and his wife, Lynne of Queensbury; her grandchildren, Briana Willigan and her husband, Michael, Darren Fish and his fiancé Katrina Mraz and Blake Fish and his wife, Christy; her great-grandchildren, Nathan Willigan and Morgan Willigan; her brother, Phillip Smith and his wife, Phyllis of Hudson Falls; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call from 12 noon to 2 p.m. on Thursday at the Gospel Lighthouse Church on Lacrosse St. in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will take place at 2 p.m. Thursday at the church with the Rev. Paul Mead, pastor officiating. Burial will follow at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Mary’s family requests that memorial donations in her memory be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828 or the Gospel Lighthouse Church, 30 LaCrosse St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Timothy J. Mulcahy, Sr.

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MulcahyGLENS FALLS – Timothy J. Mulcahy, Sr., 71, of Glens Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Tim was the son of the late Jeremiah and Catherine (Linehan) Mulcahy.

In 1963, he married Darlene Holmes at St. Mary’s Church in Glens Falls.

For 13 years, Tim worked for the Glens Falls Sewer Department and then for Iron Clad Cement in Glens Falls from 1969 to 2002.

He enjoyed assisting Robert Leary and Teamer Lazure with the Boxing Club in Glens Falls.  His other enjoyments include camping, fishing, hunting and watching WWE.

Besides his parents, Tim was predeceased by his son, Timothy Mulcahy, Jr. and several brothers and sisters.

Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Darlene (Holmes) Mulcahy of Glens Falls; his children, Robert Mulcahy of South Glens Falls, Melissa Mulcahy of Glens Falls and Michael Mulcahy and his wife, Iris of West Virginia; his grandchildren, Zachary Mulcahy of Glens Falls, Timothy M. Mulcahy of NYC, Tiffany and Hemant Kasare of South Glens Falls, Brett Mulcahy of WV, Jessica Mulcahy, Samantha Mulcahy, Rebecca Mulcahy, Kyle Mulcahy, Tyler Mulcahy and Sira Senatore, all of Corinth; and his great grandchildren, Kendall, Amelia, Zoey and Madeline.

Friends may call on Saturday from 11 to 2 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Saturday, following the calling hours, at the funeral home, with Deacon William Bazinet, officiating.

The family suggests that donations in Tim’s memory be sent to Alzheimer’s Association Northeastern New York Chapter, 4 Pine West Plaza, Suite 405, Albany New York 12205.

David W. Fisk

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FiskFORT EDWARD – David W. Fisk, 66, of Fort Edward, passed away peacefully, with his family at his side, at Albany Medical Center, on Sunday, June 9, 2013, following a long illness.

He was born May 15, 1947, to the late DeWitt H. and Mary Joyce (Meneely) Fisk. 

David was a 1965 graduate of Fort Edward High School.  He was employed by the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners Local 229.  David was well known for his workmanship on local dams, water treatment plants, schools and churches in the area.  Early in his carrier, David worked with his dad and uncle, at Fisk Construction Company, in Hudson Falls.

He was a strong advocate of the right to bear arms.  David was extremely proud of his Life Membership in the National Rifle Association.  He was a past member of the Hartford Fish and Game Club and was a pistol safety training instructor in the 1980’s.

David was also a major contributor to the Salvation Army Food Pantry.  He truly had a heart for the needs of the local community.  Most recently, David resided at Adirondack Manor in Queensbury.

David is survived by his daughter and son in law, Sara and Brian Lange of Utica; his granddaughters, Avery Ruth Lange and Riley Joyce Lange, both of Utica; his former wife, Linda (Evens) Fisk of Utica; his sister and brother in law, Betty and Michael Girard of Fort Edward; his nephews, Dalton Girard and Spencer Girard, both of Fort Edward; his beloved aunt, Betty Hoffis of South Glens Falls; his beloved uncle and aunt, Fred and Olga Fisk of Gansevoort; and several cousins.

Calling hours will be 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, 2013, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Interment services will be private and at the convenience of the family at Glens Falls Cemetery on Bay Road, with Pastor Regina Haag, officiating.

David’s family wishes to thank the surgical staff at Albany Medical Center, especially the nurses in the Intensive Care Unit for their outstanding care and compassion shown to David and his family at this difficult time.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Glens Falls Salvation Army Food Pantry, 15 Chester Street, Glens Falls, NY  12801 or the National Rifle Association, P. O. Box 420648, Palm Coast, FL 32142-0648 or the charity of your choice in David’s memory.

Arthur Carter

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CarterGLENS FALLS – Arthur Carter, 79, of Platt Street, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, June 5, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Arthur was born on December 16, 1934, he was the son of Margaret (Jones) Carter.

He resided at Platt Street IRA for years.  While residing at Platt Street, he formed many bonding relationships with peers and staff.  Arthur was a quiet, gentle man, who enjoyed music of all types, liked to go to dances and attending local festivities.  Arthur also loved candy.  He was retired and enjoyed being at home with housemates and sleeping in on quiet mornings.  His playful loving ways will be missed by all.

 Arthur is survived by his extended family at Platt Street, many of whom he referred to as “hey mister” or “hey lady”.  Yet he knew who you were upon hearing your voice or feeling your touch, as he was blind.

Calling hours will be on Monday, June 10, 2013 from 1 to 2 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. 

Funeral services will follow the calling hour on Monday, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home.

Burial will be at Glens Falls Cemetery on Bay Street in Glens Falls.

A reception will follow the funeral services at 74 Platt Street in Glens Falls, anyone and all are welcome to attend.

Anita P. (Swan) Baldwin

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FORT ANN – Anita P. (Swan) Baldwin, 75, of Buttermilk Falls Road, passed away on, Wednesday, June 5, 2013, at her home.

She was born on December 31, 1937, in Rutland, VT to the late Frederick W. and Anna (Lareau) Swan.

Arrangements are pending with the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.

Memorial Donations may be sent to the Fort Ann Rescue Squad, Inc.,  11287 State Route 149, Fort Ann, NY 12827.

Rebecca D. Rivers

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RRiversHUDSON FALLS – Rebecca D. Rivers, 47, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2013, at her home.

Born on March 30, 1966, in Lake George, she was the daughter of Mary (Lord) Woodard of Fort Edward and the late Gerald Brooks.

Rebecca married Bill Rivers in 1984.

She worked for Joy Store, formerly located in South Glens Falls and Eckerd, formerly located in Hudson Falls.

Her enjoyments included playing bingo and a Mountain Dew every day.

In addition to her father she is also predeceased by a brother, Gerald Brooks, Jr.

Rebecca is survived by her husband of 29 years, Bill Rivers of Hudson Falls; her mother, Mary Woodard of Fort Edward; two sons, Billy Rivers, Jr. and his companion, Brittne of Hudson Falls and Brian Rivers of Hudson Falls; two granddaughters, Autumn Skye Rivers and Delila “Pookie” Rivers; a brother, Michael Morrill and his wife, Lisa of Bloomingburg, NY; a sister Susan Lewis and her husband, Warren of Fort Edward; a brother Scott Brooks and his wife, Leslie of South Glens Falls; and several beloved nieces, nephews, cousins  brothers and sisters in law.

Friends may call on Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

The West Fort Ann Fire Department will meet Wednesday evening at 5:45 P.M. at the funeral home to pay their respects.

A funeral service will take place at 6 p.m. Wednesday evening (following the calling hours) at the funeral home.

Burial will take place at the convenience of the family.

Rebecca’s family would like memorial donations in her memory to the Fort Edward R  escue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

They would also like to thank all her Bingo friends at the American Legion in Hudson Falls for their love and friendship.

Wilber I. Mead

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MeadGANSEVOORT and HUDSON FALLS – Wilber I. Mead, 81, Gansevoort and Hudson Falls, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on April 10, 1932, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Alphonso and Eva Mead.

Wilber served in the Korean War and received the Purple Heart for injuries suffered in the line of duty.

His wife of 51 wonderful years, Elizabeth Mead passed away on March 22, 2009.

For 40 years, he was employed at Native Textiles, formerly in Glens Falls.  Wilber enjoyed camping, playing cards and spending time with his family and his dog Topper.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was predeceased by all of his brothers and sisters.

Wilber is survived by his sons, Stephen Mead and  his wife, Lucy of Fort Edward and Joseph Mead and his wife, Michele of Gansevoort; his grandchildren, Matthew Mead and his wife, Angie, Joshua Mead, Christopher Mead and Alexis Mead; his great grandchild, Rain Rummel; his sister in law, Joanne Williams of South Glens Falls; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Sunday, June 2, 2013, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Graveside services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, at the Gerald B.H. Solomon, Saratoga National Cemetery in Stillwater with the Rev. Paul Mead, pastor of the Gospel Lighthouse Assemblies of God Church in Hudson Falls officiating.

Memorial donations may be sent to the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Rd,  Albany, NY 12205.

 

Anthony R. “Tony” Harrington

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THarringtonSOUTH GLENS FALLS – Anthony R. “Tony” Harrington, 52, of South Glens Falls, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, after a long battle with kidney disease.

Born on November 2, 1960, in Glens Falls, he was the son of Dale and Carol (Champaigne) Harrington, Sr.  of Hudson Falls

Tony was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Local 83.

He enjoyed woodworking and spending time with his family.

He was predeceased by his youngest son, Chad Michael Harrington, his brother, Dale Harrington, his sister, Cheryl Harrington, his aunt, Regina “Pork Chop” Walden and many other family members.

Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Carrie (Parot) Harrington of South Glens Falls; his parents, Dale and Carol Harrington, Sr. of Hudson Falls; his son, Chris Harrington of Fort Edward; brothers and sisters, Glenn Harrington and his wife, Cheryl of Redwood, NY, Kelly Manning and her husband, Jeff of Hudson Falls, Scott Harrington and his wife, Heather of Glens Falls and many beloved aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

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

Funeral Service will be conducted at 7 p.m. on Tuesday night, following the calling hours, with the Rev. Wade Petteys, pastor of the Gateway Church in Corinth, officiating.

Tony’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Renal Center at Broad St., c/o the Glens Falls Hospital, 100 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Tony’s family would like to thank aa lf the nurses and staff at the Renal Center and Glens Falls Hospital and especially Dr. Mihindu, for the care Tony received during his illness.

Daniel H. Havens

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Havens, DanielHUDSON FALLS – Daniel H. Havens, 74, of Hudson Falls and Indian River Nursing Facility in Granville, went into the arms of the Lord on Monday, May 27, 2013, after complications from a surgery.

Born on May 15, 1939, he was the only son of seven children of the late Ralph and Mary (Keating) Havens. He was born with polio, but overcame some of his disabilities by being a very hard working person. Dan attended Hudson Falls High School and worked for Maplewood Dairy for many years until it changed hands to VanAernem’s Dairy, retiring in the spring of 2012. He always walked to wherever he had to go.

Dan loved sports, reading the Daily News for sport results, scratch off tickets, feeding his pet squirrels and he loved drinking Pepsi. He was so proud to be a member of the Monsignor Arthur S. Kiffin Council 296 Knights of Columbus in Hudson Falls and an usher at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls. Dan was well known by many. He frequented Cumby’s in Hudson Falls, the Corner Diner, Fish Fry Café and the customers he met when delivering milk to businesses. Dan will be greatly missed by all.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Judy Kibling.

Survivors include his siblings, Rita Kibling and her husband, Bob of Medical Lake, WA, Flossie Hobbs and her late husband, Hermann of Gansevoort, Sandra Hobbs and her husband, Earl of South Glens Falls, Barbara Fontaine and her husband, Chris of Fort Edward and Anna Dowling and her husband, George of Victory Mills; and several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Thursday, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. Prayers for Dan will be said at 7 p.m. following the calling hours, at the funeral home.

The Rite of Committal will be at 11a.m. on Friday at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to Monsignor Arthur S. Kiffin Council 296 Knights of Columbus, 188 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, 11 Wall Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Malcolm S. Waddington

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WaddingtonFORT EDWARD – Malcolm S. Waddington, 91, formerly of Queensbury, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 25, 2013, at his home in The Fort Hudson Health Care Facility.

Born on August 4, 1921, in New Baltimore, NY, he was the son of the late Chester and Elizabeth (Wheat) Waddington.

Malcolm served his country in the United States Army during WWII in the Pacific Theater. For his honorable service, he was decorated with the American Service Medal, the Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, The Good Conduct Medal and The World War II Victory Medal.

Malcolm was the beloved husband of Genevieve (Adach) Waddington, whom he married on November 18, 1951. After 41 years of service, he retired from General Electric Company. Malcolm enjoyed 31 wonderful years after his retirement. He loved playing golf, walking and solving crossword puzzles. Along with his wife of 51 years, Malcolm traveled throughout the country, visiting state campsites, as they enjoyed retirement. Family was the center of his life. Malcolm especially loved family gatherings and watching his great-grandchildren grow.

In addition to his parents and his beloved wife, Genevieve, he was predeceased by his brother, Howard Waddington, his sister, Ruth Waddington and his stepson, Joseph Weber.

Malcolm was a devoted father of Gary A. Waddington of Queensbury and Susan C. Dalbey of Glens Falls and her loving companion, Carl Abbey; his precious grandchildren, Stephen Dalbey and his wife, Jessica of Burlington, VT, Kristen Hosler and her husband, Carter of Glens Falls and Jason Paul and Courtney Lynn of Arlington, TX; he is also survived by his great grandchildren, Charlotte and Rebecca Hosler and Sierra Dalbey; his son from his first marriage, David Waddington; and several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Tuesday, May 28, 2013, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, at the funeral home, with the Reverend W. Sheldon Hurst, pastor of the Village Baptist Church in Fort Edward, officiating.

After the Funeral Service, Malcolm will be laid to rest next to his wife at Maplewood Cemetery in Saratoga Springs, with full military honors, provided by the Hudson Falls American Legion Post 574.

Following the graveside services, everyone is welcome to a luncheon to honor Malcolm’s life, at the Village Baptist Church on Broadway in Fort Edward, where he was a member.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Village Baptist Church, 131 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828 or the Fort Hudson Health Care Facility, 319 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

The family wishes to thank his two caregivers from the Cedar’s, Mandy and Cathy and the wonderful staff at the Fort Hudson Health Care Facility, including, Ashley, Amanda, Ellen, Erin, Kendie, Kathleen, Melanie, Tina, Amanda B., Jen and Kimarie for the compassion, care and kindness given to Malcolm and his family. He considered Fort Hudson his home.