HUDSON FALLS- Helen Caprood, age 98 years, of Hudson Falls, died on February 14, 2018, at Glens Falls Hospital.
Born on May 29, 1919, Helen was the daughter of John and Elizabeth (Norton) O’Keefe.
She became engaged to William (Al) Caprood prior to his four years of service with the Army Air Corps in the Pacific Theater. Upon Al’s return home from the war, they married on November 17, 1945. Together they lived the majority of their happy life in the home they built on East Labarge Street in Hudson Falls.
Helen was predeceased by her beloved husband, Al, her sister, Nancy and her daughter-in-law, Cheryl.
She is survived by her daughter, Nancy of Utah; her son, Bill, who has been her loving caretaker; and his significant other, Jan Severance; her two grandsons, whom she cherished, Jeff of Fort Edward and Bill, and his significant other, Janet Fish of Hudson Falls; and her three great granddaughters, Alivia, Aberdeen and Meela.
Among her many interests, Helen was an avid reader, very proud of her Irish heritage, an advocate of the simple things in life, an interested listener, and an engaging storyteller.
Helen never wanted anything, but always gave everything. She will be missed by all whose lives she touched.
Her family would like to recognize and thank her caregivers, especially Donna, whose attentiveness and loving care over the years gave Helen such rich quality of life. Also special thanks to her other wonderful sitters, Debbie, Ann, JoAnn, Renee and Donna for the many hours of care devoted to Helen’s wellbeing.
The family would also like to thank the providers, staff and care management team of T2 Oncology Unit, and special recognition to Dr. William Tedesco for his compassion and understanding.
Funeral services are private, at the convenience of the family.
All arrangements are under the direction of Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.
I’m so sorry for your loss, sending positive thoughts and prayers
RIP Mrs Caprood.
You & your family were a big part of my childhood.
Condolences to Bill & Nancy.
Thanks for the good memories.
Nancy and Bill,
It has been many many years since I seen Helen, but I would often think of summertime on East LaBarge St and what a great family and how kind your parents were to me…When I was there it almost felt like family…Sorry to hear of her passing, she was a great lady who had a really great run at life… We can all only hope to live a life of 98 years…
John
Our condolences to Bill and his family.
Condolences to the family. Sorry for your loss. Didn’t know her but I know she raised great son In Bill Caprood. Two great grandsons in Jeff and Billy. RIP Helen !
Bill and Nancy. Sending thoughts and healing energy. Nancy, I’ve been thinking of you lately and hoping life is treating you well. Would love to reconnect.
My thoughts are with you Caprood family. Sounds like she had a good, long life. Cap, you were a dedicated son to your mom. May peace be with you all with many fond memories to look back on!
Jeff and I would like to send our condolences.
Your Mother/Grandmother was an amazing woman. A heart of pure love and joy.
I feel so blessed to have spent the time I did with Helen.
She will be greatly missed and adored for such an impact she made on my life.
Our hearts go out to Bill, Nancy and Family
While I do not suppose I have seen Helen since the mid-fifties (when Bill and I were grade school classmates and sometimes playmates) I remember the family and Helen well. I hope each and all are found now in the embrace of the family members and friends who love them and loved Helen, and share their loss. May God Bless and Keep Each and All!
I am sorry for your loss, please accept my sincere condolences. I hope the family will find some comfort and strength in Jesus promise of the earthly resurrection(Acts 24:15)and the renewed Paradise earth, where death will be no more and no family will mourn the death of a loved one.-Revelation 21:3,4;John 5:28,29;Luke 23:43. may GOD(Psalms 83:18)grant you peace and comfort now, during this grievous time.-Matthew 5:4.