QUEENSBURY – Elizabeth “Bibsy” (Raff) Nace, 65, of Queensbury, passed away with her husband and her daughter at her side on Wednesday, August 3, 2016.
Born on June 12, 1951, in Montclair, NJ, she was the daughter of the late John and Dorothy (Dippey) Raff, Jr.
Bibsy was a 1973 graduate of Skidmore College, receiving her BA in Biology and later received her Masters of Education from SUNY Plattsburg. While at Skidmore, she was President of the outing club, where she met her future husband, who was President of the RPI outing club. Following her graduation, they were married on April 20, 1974 in Verona, NJ.
Bibsy was a stay at home mom when her daughter was young. She also wore many hats in her careers as a secretary, a legal abstractor, a bookkeeper, a riding instructor, a substitute teacher and a teacher’s aide.
She was very active in several organizations, including, ENYDCTA-Eastern New York Dressage and Combine Training Association, where she was twice named Member of the Year. Bibsy became a member of the organization at its inauguration 30 plus years ago. She also belonged to the Albany Obedience Club for Dogs, the AAUW – American Association of University Women, and their literary club. Bibsy was also a member of the Queensbury United Methodist Church.
She loved dog training and showing and, sailing. She was active in the Lake George Corinthian Yacht Club and was editor of their newsletter for many years. She enjoyed racing and has won the Lake George Lady’s Cup race and also with her husband, twice won the Lake George Invitational.
Her greatest love was for horses. She spent many years of her life riding, caring for, and showing horses. She shared her passion with her daughter, Ella, and they spent many years together at the barn
Survivors include her husband, Thomas W. Nace of Queensbury; a daughter, Ella (Nace) Wolocki and her husband, Mark of San Antonio, TX; a brother, John L. Raff, III of NJ; her dog, Belle; her cat, Sammy; various nieces, nephews and cousins; and many friends.
Friends may call on Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Monday at the Queensbury United Methodist Church, Aviation Road in Queensbury, with the Rev. Phil Phaneuf, pastor officiating.
Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
Donation’s in Bibsy’s memory may be made to High Peaks Hospice, 79 Glenwood Ave., Queensbury 12804 or American Cancer Society, Hope Lodge, 132 West 32nd St., NY, NY 10001.
The Nace family would like to thank the Doctors at Sloan – Kettering Memorial Hospital or High Peaks Hospice and her caregivers Joyce and Sue.
Tom & Ella,
Love & prayers are with you at this time of your loss.
Tom,
We are so sorry to hear about Bibsy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
So very sorry for your loss ..Bibsy was a beautifully unique woman with love to give all around
She will be missed by many
Tom, I am so sorry to hear about Bibsy. I still treasure my time spent with you both, many years ago. She will be remembered fondly by me and many, many others. My condolences to you and your daughter.
I had the pleasure of knowing Bibsy at Catherine Capers and always looked forward to her smile and good nature especially confronting any challenge. Bibsy changed people with that infectious kind spirit and we were all richer for having known her.
Sincerest condolences.
Martha Hicks Pofit
So sorry for your terrible loss. I knew Bibsy from Catherine Capers, she was a lovely person. She was always kind and respectful, with a big smile for everyone. Hopefully, she is flying with Baron(horse) in heaven.
We are sorry to hear of Bibsy’s passing. Our prayers for you and your family.
Tom
So sorry to hear about your loss. Will always remember our days aboard your sail boat and the fun we had.
I grew up with Bibsy in Verona, NJ. We were neighbors and friends. our parents were friends. My brother Doug and Bibsy’s brother John were friends. We shared many holidays together. We are saddened to hear of her passing. Doug and I would like to express our condolences to Bibsy’s family. My heart goes out to you all.
Tom,
My condolences on your loss; Bibsy was wonderfully spirited and fun to be around. My thoughts are with you and your daughter, Tom
I am so sorry for your loss, it is evident Bibsy had real zeal for life. I am glad to have gotten to know her and will always have fond memories of discussing old family photos and plans for Mark and Ella’s wedding. Your love and memories will keep Bibsy alive in your hearts.
Tom and Ella,
We worked together at a law firm in Lake George for a time. She had such a unique sense of humor and got along with everyone. I am sorry not to have been able express my sincere sympathies in person but you have been in my heart and prayers.
My deepest sympathy to you Tom and Ella
Bibsy was a very talented and accomplished individual and I know you will miss her terribly
Linda
Have not seen you for many, many years, Tom. Just wanted to express our sincere condolences to you and your daughter following the passing of your wife, Bibsy.
Thoughts and Prayers,
Linda (Weimer) Hauser
Oakland, MD
Tom & Ella
So sorry to here about Bibsy . You’re in my prayers and I know that God will see you through this hard time .