Gracie Sitterson Appling, 89, of Hudson Falls NY, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.
Born on November 5, 1933 in Plymouth, North Carolina. She was the daughter of Miles Thomas Sitterson and Edna Mae Robertson Sitterson.
In addition to her parents, Gracie was predeceased by her husband, William H. Appling and Daughter, Barbara Appling Cherry.
During senior skip day, Gracie and her friends took a trip to Washington, D.C. where she met the love of her life, and soon-to-be husband of 62 years, until his passing. They lived in Plymouth, NC on her family farm before moving to Shushan, NY then moved to Hudson Falls, NY.
Throughout high school she worked at Roses Dime Store. She then went to work in Washington, D.C. for the FBI.
She enjoyed teaching at Candy Apple Play School and caring for others at Greater Adirondack Home
Aids. Gracie was also a longtime leader at the local 4-H group, a longtime devoted member of Hudson Falls United Methodist Church and past member of the Kingsbury Volunteer Host Company Auxiliary. Above all else, Gracie was most proud of her family, whom she enjoyed spending time with. She also enjoyed gardening, sewing, and baking.
Left to cherish her memory are her children; Brenda Appling Smith (Ken) of Cullen, VA, Rebecca Bodkin
(Randy) of Cossayuna, NY, and William Appling (Laura) of Hartford, NY; Her Grandchildren: Shawn
Sherman, Jennifer Marks (Rob), Nicholas Bodkin (Lindsay), Matthew Bodkin (Jessica), Justin Malmgren, Jessica Mills (Adam), Miles Appling (Brandy), Leslie Appling (Kyle); her 9 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family are invited to call from noon to 2:00 PM on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church; 227 Main St, Hudson Falls, NY. A service will follow at 2:00 PM.
Donations in Gracie’s name may be made out to the American Heart Association 4 Liberty Ave, STE 1300, Pittsburg, PA 15222-1223 or to the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church, 227 Main Street, Hudson Falls, New York 12839.
You will be missed Grace. I’ll miss our dinners with your homemade coleslaw and talking to in your yard. I’ve never know someone quite like you.
Gracie, I remember you working the Clam Chowder Luncheons,the many bazaars,the Back to School Bashes and the candy,fudge and awesome baked goods…I also remember our Bible study groups and how much I learned from you…
God gained such a special Angel when He brought you home…love and miss you Gracie….
“No day is over if it makes a MEMORY!” So thankful for the many memories that I have had the privilege to make with Aunt Gracie. She will always have a special place in my heart. Being her nephew has been a joy! How blessed our family has been to have loved and been loved by Aunt Gracie. So for the last time, I get to say: “Good Night, Gracie!”