GLENS FALLS – Edith W. Stockman, 93, of Glens Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 19, 2014, at Glens Falls Hospital.
Born October 15, 1920, in Kingsbury, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Susan(Hammond) Willis.
In December of 1940, Edith married Silas Stockman in Saratoga.
The Stockman’s resided in Florida for 16 years.
Edith was a member of the Zion Episcopal Church in Hudson Falls. She was a wonderful lady and a great mother, who enjoyed her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Edith liked watching WWE on Friday night and playing Bingo.
Besides her parents, Edith is predeceased by her brother Charles Willis, and her sister, Lillian Willis.
Survivors include her husband of 73 years, Silas Stockman of Glens Falls; her sons, Gerald ”Jerry” Stockman, Sr. and his wife, Janet of Fort Ann, John Stockman and his wife, Brenda of Plattsburgh; her grandchildren, Shirley Padasak and her husband, Steve, Gerald Stockman, Jr. and his wife, Mindy, David Stockman and his wife, Ronda, Paul Stockman and his wife, Jen, Angie Stockman, Emily Stockman-Carr and her husband, Nick, Claire Stockman; several great grandchildren; her sister, Ruth Baker and her husband, Don of Glens Falls; and several nieces nephews, and cousins.
Family and friends may call Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.
Funeral services will be held on Monday at 11 a.m., at the funeral home.
Burial will follow at Pine View Cemetery in Queensbury.
In memory of Edith, donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice.
We are s.y sorry to learn of your loss. Our thougts and prayers are with you during this time
Uncle Si and family, Our heartful sorrow are with all of you during this difficult time. Aunt E will be surely miss by all of us who knew her. I will always remember the fun we had on the camping trips we took throughout the years. During the Christmas Season it brings back memories of Aunt E’s sherry biscuits. I always would ask her how much sherry did she drink while she made them!!!!! Aunt E is now in Heaven playing her favorite game “BINGO” and winning every single game. God Bless you Aunt E until we meet again. Love your God-child Sue & Gary
Dear Kaye & Mike, Thank you for thoughtfulness during this time. Janet and I really appreciated receiving your e-mail. I’m sorry that this acknowledgement took so long to reply. I forgot that this E-mail service was available thru Carleton. My family and I were touched by your note.
Sue & Gary, I just remembered that comments could be made by e-mail. Sorry to make this late reply. I’m making this sheet available to Dad (and family) so he will know about the comments that You and other people wrote to us. We appreciate so very much what you wrote . Loving Memories we all will cherish.
Jerry & Janet
Mrs. Stockman had a beautiful welcoming smile and her eyes always sparkled. It was always nice to see her in the salon. A very kind and gentle soul is what comes to mind while thinking of her.
Dear Laurie, Thank you for your warm comments about Mom. You put into words that truly was Mom ( A very kind and gentle soul. Many people commented on her smile and warm heart.
Thank you. Jerry, Janet And family