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Phyllis A. Golden

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HUDSON FALLS — Phyllis A. (Deyette) Golden, 78, of Hudson Falls, passed away Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017 at Glens Falls Hospital, after a short illness, surrounded by her family.

She was born April 22, 1939, a daughter of the late Leon and Louise (Nailor) Deyette.

In her early years, Phyllis worked as a waitress at several local restaurants. She later worked at C.R. Bard until her retirement.

Phyllis married Gilbert Golden in 1964, together they had five children. They spent many wonderful years together until his passing in February 1978.

In 1981, Phyllis met her friend and lifelong companion, Robert J. Gardner Sr. He passed in 1994.

Phyllis will best be remembered for her sense of humor, her quick witted one of a kind smart remarks, her spunky energy, her many one of a kind facial expression, and her love of animals and making sure they were well cared for around the clock. She would say “The grass would never grow under her tires or her feet,” as she was always on the move. She was the type of woman who embraced anyone and everyone, as everyone was considered family in her eyes. She was a truly remarkable woman who will be dearly missed by everyone who knew her.

Her hobbies included volunteering at the American Legion Post 574 in Hudson Falls, gardening, shopping, cooking for family, caring for animals, and Saturday evening gatherings with family and friends.

Besides her parents, husband, and life companion, she was predeceased by her brothers, Leon Deyette, Jack Deyette, Alex Deyette and Robert Deyette; sisters, Shirley Jarvis, Bettyann Springer, Joan Dagget, Barbara Barrows and Nancy Gifford; a son, Jay Golden; a granddaughter, Samantha Streeter; a mother-in-law, Henrietta Golden; and a daughter-in-law, Lisa Streeter.

Survivors include her brother, Tom (Paula) Deyette; sisters, Sondra (Joe) Michaud, Darlene Davis and Candy (Maurice) St. Marie; her sons, Michael (Laurie) Streeter and Jon (Brenda) Streeter; her daughter, Beth (Tim) Bailey; her daughter-in-law, Jenni Oddy Lee; grandchildren, Jon E. Streeter, Christopher Streeter, Michael L. Streeter, Rebecca Streeter, Jolene Murray, Heidi Sullivan, Andrew Lee, Allison Golden, Jay Golden, Jr., Adam Golden and Jade Golden; four great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends.

Calling hours will be held Sunday, Oct. 29, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc.,68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

A funeral service will follow the calling hours at 4 p.m. at the funeral home.

Following the services, family and friends are invited for a celebration of life gathering at the American Legion Post 574, 72 Pearl St., Hudson Falls.

Burial will take place at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 30, at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Fort Edward.

In honor of her memory, donations may be made to the SPCA of Upstate New York or a local animal shelter of one’s choice; or to the C.R. Wood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Grubbs, Dr. Kamal, Dr. Van Auken, and the staff of 3W and tower 2 of the Glens Falls Hospital, for all their care and support.

Arrangements are under the care of Carleton Funeral Home, 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

 

 

Tommy “Tom” R. Golden

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GoldenHUDSON FALLS – Tommy “Tom” R. Golden, 66. Of Hudson Falls, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2015, at the Glens Falls Hospital, after a long illness.

Golden1Born May 27, 1949, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Robert and Gloria (Stout) Golden.

Tom graduated from Hudson Falls, class of 1967, was a graduate of Albany Business School, SUNY Adirondack, formerly Adirondack Community College, and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in criminal science at Russell Sage College.

He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1969 and was honorably discharged as a Sergeant in 1972.  The Marines were truly a part of Tom’s life.  He served with honor and integrity, traits he lived with all his life.

Tom served his community for almost 29 years on the Hudson Falls Police Department and retired as Sergeant.  At various times he served as a little league coach, Cub Scout Master, a member of the Hudson Falls School Board and Police Benevolent Association President, of which he was one of the original founders.  Tom was one of the instrumental people in procuring the U.S. Marine Corp League, Memorial Detachment #2 building and was the Detachments Toys for Tots program coordinator.  He carried the coordinator position until his ill health forced him to pass the job to another qualified Marine.  In November of 2014, Tom was recognized for his efforts by being named Co-Grand Marshall of the Holiday Parade in South Glens Falls.

Both Tom and his wife, Jeanne, loved to travel and together had travelled the world visiting Aruba, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and France.  They also took yearly trips to Maine, Florida and Ocean City, Maryland.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, John Calhoun, II and his stepfather, John C. Calhoun.

Survivors include his wife, Jeanne; his son, Brett Golden (Melissa, granddaughters Courtney and Kerri); his daughter, Tricia Golden; his stepson, Mathew Sechler (Emily, grandchildren Parker and Ella) and his stepdaughter, Erica Marion (Chris, granddaughter Alexis).

Friends may call on Tuesday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.  at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls.

Local police agencies will meet at 3 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home to pay their respects.

Interment will be at the Gerald B.H. Saratoga Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater at 2 p.m. on Thursday.

Tom’s family would like to thank the staff at the Glens Falls Hospital and Renal Center for their compassionate care.  Jeanne would also like to thank the staff of the Interventional Radiology Unit for their care and friendship.  You all made the many hours Tom spent there over the past two years more bearable.

His family suggests in lieu of flowers, donations in Tom’s memory may be made to Memorial Detachment #2, P.O. Box 322, Glens Falls, NY 12801.

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