HUDSON FALLS – Mildred Boynton Hartpence
, of Martindale Ave, passed into eternal life on Saturday, September 13, 2014, at home surrounded by her loving family.
Mildred was born in Jay, on December 29, 1918. She was the daughter of the late Sheldon and Mary (Chabbott) Boynton and the loving wife of the late John J. Hartpence. Mildred was also predeceased by her brother, Edward Boynton of Jay.
She is survived by her loving children, John (Dorothy) of Scotia, Mary Gordon of Diamond Point, James (Karen) of Carrollton, GA, Timothy (Mary) of Simpsonville, SC and Sue (Jeff) Curren of Diamond Point. She is also survived by her cherished grandchildren, John and Geoffrey Hartpence, Andrew Gordon, Aaron Hartpence and Warren Curren; her beloved great grandchildren, Benjamin Keppler, Kiera Hartpence and Lily Hartpence; she is also survived by a brother, Sheldon Boynton of Keeseville; her half brother, George (Marilyn) Chabbott of Dover, Delaware; and several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her beloved sister, Emma Nelson of Hudson Falls, whose lifetime devotion and affection held a very special place in Mildred’s hears. This was so very much appreciated by Mildred’s children; Mildred was educated at SUNY Plattsburg and taught Home Economics and Hudson Falls High School for many years.
Mildred will be remembered as a loving, caring woman with great strength of character. Her most cherished moments were times spent with her family, and she especially enjoyed being with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her family unfailingly gathered at her home on holidays for wonderfully meals and cherished time together. She was a stunning example of how to live and die gracefully.
The family would like to extend heartfelt appreciation to all of her long-time caregivers, with special thanks to Debbie Blackmar, Becky Walsh and Hilda Sprague, for all the care and kindness given to Mildred.
Calling hours will be from 9:30 to 10:30 am on Tuesday, September 16, 2014, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson F alls
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the park in Hudson Falls at 11 a.m. following the calling hours.
The Rite of Committal will follow at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Upstate New York, 1650 South Avenue, Suite 100, Rochester, NY 14620 or the American Cancer Society, Earmark for Colon Cancer Research, 959, Route 9, Mount Royal Plaza, Queensbury, NY 12804
We send our deepest condolences to the Hartpence family on the loss of your mom. I remember her fondly as a kid growing up two houses down the street.
Dear Hartpence Family~
I am saddened to hear about your mother passing away and sorry I won’t be able to make it to the wake and funeral. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I have fond memories of stopping in for a visit on Martindale Ave! Your mom always had a smile and a wonderful sense of humor!
Fondly ~
Cathy Newton-Quinn
Dear Sue, Mary, Tim, Jim and Jack – So sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. She was a neat lady and great example of a loving mom. I have fond memories of growing up down the street from you on Martindale Avenue, and things like the “big boys” playing basketball with Lindsay. You are all in my thoughts and I pray that God will comfort you in your loss.
Dear Hartpence Family: I was saddened to hear of your mother’s passing. I have fond memories of your mom when I was a little girl. She and my mother ( Ann Dollard) would sew beautiful creations together in the kitchen of our house. My mother was her daughter’s ( Sue) godmother. They had a long friendship and after my mother died she and I would correspond at Christmas. I would look forward to those cards and notes. I will miss her and that connection.
With deep sympathy, DeAnn Dollard-Morris
To all of “Mo’s” family: although I have not met all of you I feel like I know you all………she was so proud of you. I lived next to your Aunt Emma back in 78-82 before moving to Ohio. Emma and her wonderful family, and Mo adopted our family. Whenever I get back to NY I have tried to visit Emma and Mo over the years. So glad that I was able to do that in August 2013…….even got to see Mary at Mo’s. Had a wonderful visit. Mo was a great lady and you are 100% correct that Emma was a devoted sister. Will miss our Christmas card exchange and yearly catch up. R.I.P. Mo – you fought a good fight…..a truly inspirational lady. Thoughts, prayers and hugs to all…….