HUDSON FALLS- Nathan G. Dickinson, Jr., 87, of Vaughn Road, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 21, 2018 at Albany Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on October 24, 1930 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Nathan and Mina (Bartlett) Dickinson, Sr.
Nathan graduated from Hudson Falls High School and continued his education at Cobleskill State University, earning a degree in Animal Husbandry and Dairy Industry. While at Cobleskill, he was a member of the Theta Gamma Fraternity. Later in life, he was given the Cobleskill College Alumni of the Year Award for his achievements in the dairy industry.
Nathan was the owner and operator of the Ideal Dairy Farms, Inc. on Vaughn Road, where he produced, processed and distributed milk in a four county area.
Nathan proudly served on the board of directors for the Washington County Farm Bureau. Later he assumed the post of vice president, working on legislative issues.
He was appointed by the Governor of New York to serve on the Hudson River Reclamation Project where he studied environmental impact issues and solutions for PCB contaminations in the Hudson River.
Nathan served as vice-president and board member for the New York- New Jersey Producer -Handler Coop, Inc. and Dairy Farmer Distributors of America for many years working with national legislators and dairy leaders.
He also served on the Hudson Falls Central School District Board of Education for 15 years and was a member of the Finance, Building and Grounds, Transportation and Audit Committees.
Nathan was Commodore of the Corinthian Yacht Club for many years and loved racing on Lake George. In his younger years, winters found him downhill skiing with his family and friends.
Horses consumed him. He was an avid rider, mounting a horse for the annual Memorial Day Parades. Nathan was also an enthusiastic cross-country horse camper. His four main interests in life were his farm, horses, skiing and sailing.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his two brothers-in-law, Charles Loukes and Joseph Casey.
Survivors include his loving ex-wife and caretaker, Lorraine (Wright) Dickinson of Hudson Falls; his two sons, John J. Dickinson and his wife, Denise (Pemrick) of Hudson Falls and David N. Dickinson and his wife, Jeana (Morlan) of Columbus, Ohio; his three grandchildren, Crystal (Dickinson) Grimaldi and her husband, Richard of Hudson Falls, Benjamin Dickinson and his fiancé, Marigan Doody of Bangor, Maine and Sara Dickinson of Columbus, Ohio; one great- grandchild, Aiden Grimaldi of Hudson Falls; his two sisters, Ruth Loukes of Ballston Lake and Lita Casey of South Glens Falls; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family wishes to extend our gratitude to Marsha Anderson, a long-time riding companion and caretaker, along with Donna Bardin, Joann Cavallari and Lynn Bailey.
Friends may call on Friday, October 26, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. with the Reverend Wallace Cromwell, officiating.
Burial will follow at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.
The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., PO Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.
Online condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net
Sorry of your loss. My Sister Hazel Naylor Rathbun Loeombruno, told me of the loss of a great member of the older Families living on Vaughn Road. My father, Raymond (Ray) Naylor worked for the prominent Family, and I remember all of you, as well as living on such a prominent Road Way when young. Came out to California in 8/1958, after attending the Albany Hospital School Of Nursing, now at AMC, Albany. Sending caring wishes and a caring heart to you at this time and your families. (I graduated from HF High with Class of 1954)
From Ruth Naylor McClure, from Lakewood, California at 5042 Hayter Ave, with Zip of 90712-3126
My love and condolences to Lorraine and family.
Doris Saunders
Lorraine, John and Families,
In our absence from our local area, Carolyn and I wish to offer our sincere condolences to each of you. With many others, we remember Nate at his best as he rode his beautiful Palomino outfitted with stunning western gear as he participated in various public events. As a youngster growing up, I dearly wished to emulate him. I managed to acquire a Palomino. But, I never achieved the presence he commanded. I’m grateful for his presence as a leader in the milk processing industry as I essentiallyvwatched from the sidelines given that my family was involved in the industry at that time.
May God comfort each of you as you remember Nate’s presence
Lorraine , John & Denise & Family
Sorry for your loss
I remember working with Nate on the farm. He was a great man
Our sincere condolences are extended to the Dickinson family. Our area has certainly be privileged to have had a dedicated business man, entrepreneur and public servant working in our midst for so many decades. HIs legacy is in good hands with the wonderful family that has supported his vision and carried it to the next level. May all of you be comforted in the knowledge that others appreciate the contributions of the man you knew, and loved so well. With his passing, he will be missed, but he also earns a very heart felt “well done, rest in peace”.
My mom, Lois Kirk, and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the Dickinson family at this most difficult time. Lorraine and Nate welcomed my mom to Hudson Falls back in 1968 when she was hired as an Extension Agent for Washington County Cooperative Extension. Nate and Lorraine became dear friends with my mom, and she is so sad to learn of Nate’s passing. She asked me to express to Lorraine, David, John and the entire family they are in her thoughts and prayers. God speed Nate!
My sincere sympathies to the Dickinson Family for there loss. As I remember Mr. Dickinson was a hard working, respected business and family man. He will be missed by many
My deepest sympathies and condolences to your entire family in this time of sorrow …….