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Robert J. Jones “Bogus”

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Robert J. Jones “Bogus”

“BoBo, we all love you very much and wish you were here with us. Everyone misses you, we love you. Your girl, Quinn”

 Robert J. Jones, known to all as “Bogus”, passed away surrounded by loving family after a brief illness, on September 14, 2018, at the age of 64.

Bogus was born on May 18, 1954 in Albany, New York to John (Jack) and Dorothy (Griner) Jones.  He attended St. Mary’s in Hudson Falls and later graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1972.

Bogus lived every day to it’s fullest and “sowed his oats” when he was young as his father will tell.  After high school, he relocated to Miami, Florida to give local law enforcement a break.  When all was quiet, he moved back to Hudson Falls, NY and “settled” down.  He married Nancy Murphy in January 1979 and soon welcomed his two daughters, Hillary and Abby, whom he named upon their first meeting.  After working various jobs to support his growing family, he began his career as correctional officer for the State of New York in 1982.

Throughout his 25-year career in corrections, his friendships with his fellow guards are what kept him going.  Whether it was the games they came up with to pass the time, the many trips to Yankee and Giant’s Stadiums or sending anonymous mailings to one another, their brotherhood held strong.

When Bogus wasn’t working you could find him mowing and taking meticulous care of his lawn, watching the Hudson Falls Tigers athletic events, out on his Harley or glued to his ESPN.  He also enjoyed the annual vacations to Surfside Beach, South Carolina with his family and friends that were family.  Skiing trips to Italy, beach trips to Mexico and Dominican Republic, and later Disney and Universal trips with his granddaughters kept him full of stories right to the end.

After the stroke that couldn’t take him from us in 2011, he fought back to live a full life, eventually riding 20 miles a day on his new recumbent bicycle.  His granddaughter Maddie Mae aided in his recovery by singing him back to health with her one hit wonder on You Tube.  In true Bogus fashion, he never let his new normal get him down and was sure to practice walking without his cane so he was able to walk his daughter, Abby down the aisle on her wedding day.

Reluctant to tag himself a moniker for his grandfather duties, his “Mighty, Mighty, Quinn” lovingly named him BoBo and for those closest to him, Bogus forever became BoBo. His time before and after school with his Quinny solidified their unbreakable bond.  His youngest granddaughter, Vivienne Bo, will carry on his namesake for us all.

His mother, Dorothy Jones, his stepmother, Patricia Marden Jones, his stepbrother, Brent Farnsworth and his mother in law, Jeanne O’Brien Murphy, predeceases him.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Nancy, his daughters, Hillary and Abby and their husbands (the son’s he always wanted), Levi Brewer and James McReynolds.  His granddaughters, Madison Mae, Quinn Elizabeth and Vivienne Bo.  His father John M. (Jack) Jones, his brother Richard Risman-Jones (Heidi), his sister, Carol Long (Ron), his step sisters, Renee Farnsworth and Brenda McAdams (Sandy), his brother in laws, Brien Murphy (Claire) and Richard Murphy (Kathy), his uncle William Jones (Betty) and many, many, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Friends may call on Wednesday, September 19, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will take place the following day at 11 a.m. at the Gospel Lighthouse Assemblies of God Church, 30 La Cross Street, Hudson Falls.

After the funeral, a gathering will be held at the family home.

In lieu of flowers, please be kind to one another.

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

 

 

Aurore B. Koos

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HUDSON FALLS- Aurore B. Koos, 87, of Hudson Falls, passed away at the Pines in Glens Falls on Sunday September 9, 2018.

Born on September 22, 1930 in Queens, New York, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Katherine (Knieste) Brown.

Aurore married Joseph C. Koos on February 14, 1953 at St. Barnabus Lutheran Church in Howard Beach, Queens, NY. They were married for 58 years until his passing.

She was first employed by New York Life in Manhattan as a claim’s adjustor. After moving here, she worked at Continental Insurance in Glens Falls.

Aurore was an active member of the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church. She loved traveling and dining out, but most important to her, was spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents and husband, Joseph, she was predeceased by her son, Douglas Koos.

Survivors include her sister, Evelyn Bulcroft of Staten Island; her daughter, Diane Seney of Mayfield; her three grandchildren, Derek Seney, Alisha Brown and her husband, Matt and Joseph Koos;  her daughter-in-law, Melissa Koos of Hudson Falls; her nephew Kenneth Bulcroft and wife, Carol; her niece, Kathy Campanelli and her husband, Tommy; her nephew, Roy Dykeman and his wife, Jeanine and her nephew Ray Dykeman and his wife, Brenda.

Friends may call on Monday, September 17, from 11 to 12:30 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.

The funeral will be held at 12:30, following the calling hours, at the funeral home, and burial will take place at 2:30 at the Gerald B. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

The family suggests that donations in Aurore’s name be made to the charity of one’s choice.

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

Harry L. Hafner

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HARTFORD – Harry L Hafner, 71, formerly of Hudson Falls and Las Vegas, passed away peacefully at home on September 11, 2018, after a short illness.

Harry was a graduate of Hudson Falls Central School, where he excelled in basketball and track. He served as a Sergeant in the US Air Force.    Upon returning home, he became a NYS Certified Cabinetmaker.   Harry was the Coordinator of renovations for Glens Falls Hospital and the proprietor of Hafner Construction, for many years.    After a long illness, he joined Whiteman Chevrolet, where he worked for several years until retirement.

Harry’s loves were his family, construction and cars and he always felt lucky to have them all.

He was predeceased by his parents, Donald Bell and Nellie (Lewis) Hafner, his brother, Thomas, his in-laws, Gorman and Edna VanAernem, his brothers in law, Richard Gorman VanAernem and Robert Joseph VanAernem and his sister in law, Carol VanAernem.

On October 30, 1965, Harry married Mary E. VanAernem and they  have spent a loving life for over 52 years; his other survivors include, three beloved children, Julie Lynn Durham and her husband, William Jr, of Las Vegas, NV, Richard Donald Hafner and his wife, Kellie of Schroon Lake and Erik Gorman Hafner and his wife, Lynda of Hartford; five cherished grandchildren, Thomas Joseph “TJ” Hafner, Shaylyn Kate Brancati and her husband, Michael, Jacob Harrison Hafner, Michelle Stephanie Mann-Saumier and her husband, Tom and John Matthew Funiciello; and his beautiful great granddaughter, Fallon Lenore O’Dell; he is also survived by his loved brothers in law, Thomas R. VanAernem and his wife, Renee of Hudson Falls , George E. VanAernem of Hudson Falls and Barb Van Aernem of Conway, South Carolina; and several nieces, nephews, an aunt and several cousins.

The family extends our heartfelt thanks to all of the Doctors and Nurses of Hudson Headwaters, HCR and High Peaks Hospice who were so competent, compassionate and kind to him during his illness.

Friends may call on Sunday from 1 to 4 P.M. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Following the calling hours, family and friends are welcome to share memories of Harry.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to High Peaks Hospice, 454 Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Michael “Mike” Audette

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HUDSON FALLS – Michael “Mike” Audette, 59, of Clark Street, passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2018 at the Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on June 2,1959 in Troy, he was the son of the late George R. and Janet (Bottum) Audette.

Mike graduated from Queensbury High School and soon after, enlisted in the United States Navy, where he proudly served his country.

On May 25, 2018 he married Jennifer Whalen at McDermott’s Harley Davidson in Kingsbury with their friends, Elise and Kara, as witnesses.

Mike retired from Kamann Bearing in Glens Falls as a manager.

He loved his Harley 2005 Bagger Custom bike and his BMW car.  Mike also enjoyed downhill skiing, playing pool and being around animals, especially dogs.  Along with his wife, Jennifer, they took many trips together.  Two of their favorite places were Maine and New Hampshire.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Kathleen Audette.

Survivors include his loving wife, Jennifer Audette of Hudson Falls; his daughters, Emily Audette of Maryland, Sheraton Merchant, Sierra Merchant and Giulianna Catuccio, all of South Glens Falls; his brothers, Daniel Audette and his wife, Kristi of Woodstock, Vermont and Edward “Ned” Audette and his wife, Lisa of Delaware; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and good friends, Jim and June Ure of Hudson Falls, Mike Manney of Saratoga, Sasha Mehilick, Katherine Breult, Juliana Fabian and Maverick Hobus.

Friends may call on Tuesday, September 18, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

The family has asked that everyone bring a red rose to the calling hours.

Following the calling hours, everyone is welcome to Saluto’s in Hudson Falls.

Burial will be at a later date in Pine View Cemetery, in the town of Queensbury.

The family suggests that memorial donations in Mike’s name be made to the SPCA of Upstate New York, 588 Queensbury Avenue, Queensbury, NY  12804

 

 

James (Jimmy) Valentine

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EL CAJON, CA- James (Jimmy) Valentine

With great sadness the family wishes to convey the passing of James Valentine, on June 21, 2018 at the age of 76.

Jimmy’s career in Television and Radio, in production and as announcer, spans decades. A career that was well suited to him. His speech was very articulate, and he had a wonderful speaking voice.  Jimmy was a people person and his job brought him in contact with a wide variety of interesting and knowledgeable people. He began in the mailroom at Channel 10 in Albany, NY.  His career took him and his family across the states, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Kentucky and Texas. Jimmy and his family settled in El Cajon, California, where he retired after many years, as Radio announcer and producer at KOGO Radio San Diego. He was a free spirited and adventuresome man. Once hopped a freight train and traveled miles as the hobos did. He was a Harley man. Loved riding that Harley and the freedom of the open road. He rode cross country to Washington D.C., with Run for the Wall. Jimmy and his wife, Noreen would take many trips in their RV.  Whether it was taking small little trips to the beaches on the Pacific Coast or driving from California to NY.

Jimmy served in the Army during the Vietnam era. He was passionate about seeing that our Military men and women and their families were cared for. He belonged to several volunteer organizations that help military families. After 9/11, he was instrumental in helping to created Homefront San Diego, which was an organization that helped provide for military men, women and their families in the San Diego area. They help with repairing cars, finding furnishings and appliances for homes when needed. They helped with the cost of rent, utility bills or providing groceries. They were there for our military personnel, whatever unexpected circumstances might come their way. And Jimmy was there to see that they received that help, right up to the time of his passing. Jimmy will forever live in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Besides his parents, Jimmy was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Warren R. West of Newcomb.

He is survived by his loving wife and soulmate, Noreen (West) Valentine, of El Cajon, CA; his son, Ralph Valentine and his wife, Veronica of Hastings, Nebraska; his daughter, Karen Valentine of Hastings, Nebraska; his grandchildren, Justus, Loree, Aiden, Serenity, Clara, Haley and Dagny; and his great grandson, Alfonso.  He is survived by his mother-in-law, Betty West (Newcomb) of Glens Falls; brothers and sisters-in-law, Brooke and Denise Howard of Hudson Falls, Paul and Bonnie West of Queensbury, Larry and Dorie Lapine of Warner Robins, GA, Ron and Antionette LaCourse of Lake Royale, NC, Sharon West and her fiancé, Richard LaClair of Dresden. He is also survived by many nephews and nieces.

A service for Jimmy will be held at the Gerald B. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Friday, September 14, at 11:00 a.m. Escorted by the Patriot Guard Riders with Full Military Honors provided by the Hudson Falls American Legion Post 574 Color Guard.

The family sincerely thanks Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. for their care and compassion during this solemn time.

Local arrangements have been entrusted to Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY.

Online condolences may be made by visiting carletonfuneralhome.net

Paul G. Hunsperger

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HARTFORD – Paul G. Hunsperger, 92, of State Route 149, passed away on Thursday, September 6, 2018, at the Glens Falls Hospital

Born on April 16, 1926 in Attica, he was the son of the late J. Arnold and Ida (Whittwer) Hunsperger.

Paul graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1943.

Until age 47, he worked on the family farm in Fort Edward. He built houses from 1973 until 1988 and worked at Gibson Hardware in Hartford for a time.

His wife, Irene Smith Hunsperger, died on May 18, 1999.

Paul was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Hudson Falls where he served as a deacon and a trustee.

His enjoyments included reading and traveling.

In addition to his wife and parents, three brothers, John, Walter and Otto Hunsperger, as well as his six sisters, Helen Maloy, Dora Case and Ruth Wever, Gerty Duell, Emmy Smith and Pearl Stark, alsodied before him.

Survivors include four children, John Hunsperger of Gilroy, CA, Linda Whitney and her husband, Bruce, of Fort Ann, Sandra Brown and her husband, Kenneth, of Chandler, AZ and Deborah Lackey and her husband, David, of North Carolina; nine grandchildren, Nathan, Neil and Heather Hunsperger, Kendrick and Justin Whitney, Shauna Forshee and Christopher Brown, Denise and Benjamin Lackey; his great grandchildren, Branden, Kile, Isabella, Olive, Stella, Nicholas, Jake, Jena and Kolby; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call from 9 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 15, 2018, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will follow at 10 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Robert McCrory, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Hudson Falls, officiating.

Burial will follow at Morningside Cemetery in Hartford.

The family suggests memorials in the form of contributions to the First Baptist Church, 118 Main St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or the Hartford Volunteer Fire Company, 8118 State Route 40, Hartford, New York 12838-0121.

Paul’s family would like to thank the nurses and doctors at the Glens Falls Hospital, as well as John Madolare, Sandy McFarren, Jim and Lettie Hays, Marilyn Wicks and Gary, Pat and Mike Smith, for all their care and compassion

Frances L. “Frannie” Hafner

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HUDSON FALLS – Frances L. “Frannie” Hafner, 93, Hudson Falls, passed on Sunday, September 02, 2018, at Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on April 4, 1925 in Fort Edward, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Marie (Bavero) LaSarso.

Fran graduated from Fort Edward High School in 1942 and a year later began working at Sandy Hill Iron and Brass in Hudson Falls.   She continued there until her marriage on December 30, 1956 to Karl R. Hafner.

Fran stayed home to raise her five children and once they were in school, she began working nights at Aggies Market in Hudson Falls.   In 1977, she started at the Washington County Office of Aging (NEWCO), retiring in 1995.

Fran was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls and a member of the Fort Edward Hospital Guild.

The most important part of Fran’s life was her family and friends.  She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and siblings.

Besides her parents, her husband, Karl Hafner passed away in 1982 and her grandson, Charles R. Hafner II died in 1979. Her brothers, Angelo LaSarso and Michael LaSarso, and her sisters, Laura Toombs, Dorothy LaSarso Freeman, Joanna McCurry, Josephine Munro and Grace Fragola LaSarso also predeceased her.

Survivors include her five children, Charles and Joan Hafner of Norway, Maine, Kathleen Hafner of Hudson Falls, Susan Hafner-Greene of Queensbury, Edward Hafner of Hudson Falls and John and Tammy Hafner of Queensbury; her five grandchildren, Miles and Ashley Hafner, James and Brittany Hafner, and Charly Ann and Ezekiel Newhall, all of Maine, Kristen Greene and Peter Noordsy and Justin Hafner, of Queensbury;  her four great grandchildren, Nolan and McKinleigh Hafner and Peyton and Zachary Hafner;  her brothers, Frank LaSarso and Maryann Osborne and Nicholas and Joan LaSarso, all of Fort Edward; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

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

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

The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, 11 Wall St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Online condolences may be sent to www.carletonfuneralhome.com.

Thomas “Tom” H. Clum

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QUEENSBURY – Thomas “Tom” H. Clum, 69, of Luzerne Road, passed away peacefully, with his loving family by his side, on Friday, August 24, 2018 at his home.

Born on February 11, 1949, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late George and Leanora (Fitzpatrick) Clum.

Tom was a 1967 graduate of South Glens Falls High School.  Soon after his graduation, he began his 41-year career with the Glens Falls Post Office.

On August 27, 1977, he married Teresa Wood at the the Township Baptist Church. They have spent 41 wonderful years together.

Tom enjoyed going to Lebanon Valley Speedway to watch the drag races and also enjoyed watching NASCAR, especially Jeff Gordon.  He loved playing sports and spent many hours playing basketball and tennis.  Tom also enjoyed watching all kinds of sports on TV, except golf.

He spent many years homeschooling his three children, on top of working full time.  Tom loved hard, played hard and worked hard.  He was a talented craftsman, having built all kinds of shaker style furniture.  Adding to his other interests, Tom was an avid gardener.  Every year more and more of his yard became the garden.  He had a great sense of humor, always willing to help anyone in need.  Tom was a kind and loving husband, father, poppa, brother, uncle and friend and will be greatly missed.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings, Joan Rivers, Linda DuFour, Peter Clum and Michael Clum.

Left behind to carry on his memory, his loving wife of 41 years, Teresa “Terri” Clum of Queensbury; his children, Tommy Clum, Bethany Smith and Kristen Jarrett, all of Queensbury; his adopted daughter, Brandy Shoemaker and her husband, Bob of Hannacroix; poppa to his grandkids, Jesse Clum, Kennedy Smith, Deshun Jarrett and Reathalynn Swift, Scarlett Bain, Shylee Bain and Waylon Shoemaker; his siblings, David Clum and his wife, Vicki of Panama City, FL, Marion Kohls of Queensbury and Virginia Boisclair and her husband, Norman of South Glens Falls; his mother in law, Viola Ladock of Berne; his sisters in law, Linda Clum of  Gansevoort and Patricia Clum of Hudson Falls; his brother in law, John Wood and his wife, Starleen of Middleburgh; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Thursday, August 30, 2018, from 1 to 3 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Services will be conducted at 3 p.m. on Thursday, following the calling hours, at the funeral home, with the Reverend Loren Gage, officiating.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Estherville Animal Shelter, 100 Russell Road, Greenfield Center, NY 12833.

 

Douglas “Doug” J. Koos

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HUDSON FALLS – Douglas “Doug” J. Koos, 61, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at the Glens Falls Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on July 23, 1957 in Huntington, Long Island, he was the son of Aurore (Brown) Koos and the late Joseph Koos.

Doug was a 1975 graduate of Hudson Falls High School and continued his education at Adirondack Community College, earning his Associates of Science Degree.

On July 1, 1985, he married Melissa Noon at Hudson Falls United Methodist Church.

For the past 24 years, Doug has worked for Hollingworth and Vose in Greenwich.

He was a faithful member of the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church.   Doug also belonged to the Kingsbury Barnstormers and the Hudson Falls Fish and Game Club, where he was on the pistol league.

He enjoyed spending time at hunting camp in Forestport.  The joy of his life was spending days at Hadlock pond and fishing with kids.  Doug loved being outdoors and celebrating his favorite holiday, the 4th of July.

Those left behind to carry on his memory include his loving wife, Melissa Koos of Hudson Falls; his son, Joseph Koos of Princeton; his mother, Aurore Koos of Glens Falls; his sister, Diane Seney of Mayfield; and many nieces and nephews, whom he loved very much.

Doug’s family wishes to thank the staff on Tower 2 Floor 2 and Dr. Yun, who is one of the most compassionate doctors the family has met.

Friends may call on Tuesday, August 28, 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 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, at the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church at 227 Main Street, with the Rev. Patti Molik, pastor, officiating.

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

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church, 227 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839, the Sloan Kettering Hospital, 1275 York Ave, New York, NY 10065 or any charity of your choice.

William “Gunny” Robert Hazelton

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QUEENSBURY – William “Gunny” Robert Hazelton, 76, of East Road, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones, on Friday, August 24, 2018.

Born on October 22, 1941, in Albany, he was the son of the late Robert Hazelton and the late Myrtle (Eastman) Winslow.

Gunny was a graduate of Fort Edward High School.   He later earned his Associates Degree.

Gunny was a proud U.S. Marine, serving his country in Vietnam.  He retired from the service in 1978, as a Gunnery Sergeant Following his military service, Gunny served as a sheriff’s deputy in Norfolk, Virginia and later for the Warren County Sherriff’s Department.

Gunny loved to fish in the Adirondacks with his brother, Eric.   In his younger years, he enjoyed bowling and golfing.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his soulmate, Phyllis “PJ” Conklin and his siblings, Carol Waite and Robert Hazelton.

Survivors include his siblings, Eric Roewer of Cambridge, Thomas Hazelton and his wife, Gail of Georgia, Terry Hazelton and his wife, Judy of Vermont, John Hazelton and his wife, Carol of CT, Rick Hazelton and his wife, Sherry of Florida, Brian Hazelton of Warrensburg, Donald Winslow and his wife, Amber of Queensbury and Michelle Lake of CA; his love, his life and his friend, Stacy Gray of Queensbury; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Graveside services with full military honors will be conducted on Friday, September 7, 2018, at 12 Noon, at the Gerald B.H. Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

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

Michael “Morris” Allen Franzen

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HUDSON FALLS – Michael “Morris” Allen Franzen, 60 of Hudson Falls, passed away, after a short illness, on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at his home, with his wife by his side.

Born on March 24, 1958 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Theodore and Claudia (Thompson) Franzen.

Following his graduation in 1976 from Hudson Falls High School, he attended Clarkson College of Technology in Potsdam.   Mike graduated in 1980 with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering.   After college, he was employed from 1980 to 2014 at NCR in Ithaca.   Mike moved back to this area to be the Brewery Manager at Davidson’s Brothers in Queensbury and then in May of 2015, he began working for Ball Corporation in Saratoga Springs.

On October 2, 1982, he married Johanna Cerone in Deer Park.

Mike was a member of the Glens Falls Elks Lodge and the Davidson Brothers Brew Pub.

He loved playing golf, volleyball, cross country skiing, the “Angry Beavers” and his annual Memorial Day weekend camping trip at Battlegrounds.  Mike also enjoyed riding around in his BMW, drinking craft beer and surfing the web on his computer.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his father in law Raymond Cerone and his brothers in law, Daniel Cerone and James Cerone.

Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Johanna Cerone of Glens Falls; his siblings, Deborah Lewis and her husband, Emrys of Hudson Falls and Jeffrey Franzen and his wife, Gail of Cicero; his mother in law, Elinor Cerone of Deer Park; his sister in law, Cathy Cerone of Ohio; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

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

Funeral Services will follow the calling hours at 4 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the C.R. Wood Cancer Center, 101 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY  12801.

Leo Alexandre St. Louis

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HUDSON FALLS – Leo Alexandre St. Louis, 89, of Hudson Falls passed away Tuesday, August 21, 2018.

Born on May 7, 1929 in Hudson Falls, he was the son of the late Adolphus and Julia (Blondin) St. Louis.

Following graduation from Hudson Falls High School, Leo served in the U.S. Army for two years and then began what would become a life-long career in construction, building many homes throughout the area for more than 50 years.

On April 19, 1952, he married Ruth Marie Gaulin.

He was a loyal NY Giants fan and an avid painter/plumber/builder and mess maker.

Beside his parents, he was predeceased by his brother Ronald St. Louis and three sisters, Noella Townsend, Theresa Gregorio, and Lucia Jones.

Survivors in addition to his wife of 66 years, Ruth St. Louis of Hudson Falls, include his six children, Michael St. Louis and his wife Lona of Hudson Falls, Carol St. Louis and her husband Thomas Faircloth of Fayetteville, NC, Thomas St. Louis of Clifton Park, Linda St. Louis of Tucson, AZ, Garry St. Louis of Phoenix, and Nancy St. Louis of McLean, VA; six grandchildren, Joshua St. Louis, Katie St. Louis, Cyle St. Louis, Julie St. Louis, Aura Lipinski, and Austin Lipinski; and his great grandson Evan Hearing.

Friends may call on Friday, August 24, 2018, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s church on the park in Main Street on Saturday at 11 a.m.

The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Paul’s Cemetery in the Town of Kingsbury.

 

The family wishes to thank that staff at the Fort Hudson for their loving and thoughtful care.

The family suggests memorials in the form of donations to the Alzheimer’s Association, Pine West Plaza #405, Albany, NY 12205 or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

As a tribute to Leo and his larger-than-life personality, the family asks that you take the time to say hello to a stranger today, shake their hand, and make them laugh.

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HUDSON FALLS – It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our dear mother, Linnette LaBarge, on Saturday, August 18, 2018, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

She married Donald M. LaBarge on May 29, 1943. They spent 41 loving years together until his passing in 1984.

Linnette worked at Sears in Queensbury for many years, until her retirement.

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

Left to cherish her memories are her daughters, Donalynn Skelton of Hudson Falls, Deborah Havens (Steve) of Hudson Falls with whom she resided, and her son Thomas LaBarge (Karen) of Hudson Falls; her two granddaughters, Sherry Whiting (Scott) of South Glens Falls and Heather Aubrey (Tony Dederick) of Schenectady; her three great-grandchildren, Nicole Bentley (Zach) of Hudson Falls, Ashley Whiting (Kevin McFarland) of Hudson Falls and Brandon Whiting (Lauren) of South Glens Falls; her two great-great grandchildren, Ryan McFarland of Hudson Falls and Mia Whiting of South Glens Falls.

Many thanks to Homeward Bound and Glen Anderson for his services. Our mom enjoyed his visits very much.

At her request, there will be no calling hours and services are private.

Linnette’s family suggests that memorial donations in her memory be made to the charity of one’s choice.

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

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