Michael F. Dupuis

HUDSON FALLS – Michael F. Dupuis, 68, of Hudson Falls passed away on Monday, June 10, 2019 at home, surrounded by his loved ones.

Born on June 27, 1950 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Jennie Sharp Valyer.

Michael proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1969 to 1973.

After serving in the military, Michael worked at Sandy Hill before joining the Carpenters Union Local 229.

On April 24, 1971, Michael married Joanne Beames. They recently celebrated 48wonderful years of marriage.

He loved the outdoors and many of his hobbies include hunting, fishing, hiking and just being in the woods. Taxidermy was another hobby that he enjoyed. Michael adored animals, especially his best friend, Ducky, and puppies, Ellie and Nugget. Above all, he cherished the time spent with his kids and grandchildren.

In addition to his mother, he was predeceased by his mother-in-law, Ruth Beames; his father-in-law, Clarence Beames; his grandson, Michael Patrick Dupuis; and his brothers, Louis Valyer, George Valyer and Lester Valyer.

Survivors include his loving wife, Joanne Beames Dupuis; his children, Jody (Mike) DeVivo and Jay (Trisha) Dupuis; his grandchildren, Danielle (Tim) Perry, Kailie (Austin Payette) Dupuis, Tristan (McKenna Krywy) Dupuis, Brianna (Jestyn Baker) DeVivo, Payten Ramsey, Peyton Dupuis and Abby DeVivo; his brother, Gordon Dupuis; his sister, Marjorie Fuller; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family wishes to thank Gwen Rowland, Ruth Fish and the entire Alzheimer’s Association for all their help. The family would also like to thank those at Fort Hudson Health Care Facility.

Donations in Michael’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Attention to Dupe’s Troops, 4 Pine West Plaza, Suite 405, Albany, NY 12205 or online at www.alz.org/northeasternny

Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, June 17, 2019 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc.

Interment will follow at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Michael D. Oliver

HUDSON FALLS – Michael D. Oliver, 68, of Pearl Street, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Friday, December 16, 2016, at Bay State Medical in Springfield, Massachusetts.

Born June 4, 1948, in Middlebury, VT, he was the son of the late Lawrence and Yolan (Tiber) Oliver.

Michael was a graduate from Middlebury, VT, High School and soon after joined the U.S. Navy. He proudly served his country and then continued his education at Castleton State College and St. Michael’s College, both in Vermont. Michael graduated with an Associates Degree from SUNY Adirondack.

He was joined in marriage to JoEllen Sherman on July, 1, 1977, at the First Baptist Church in Fair Haven, Vt.

Michael was employed many years as a carpenter for Giancola Construction in Rutland, VT, and also as a Deputy Sheriff in Rutland County, VT, while at the same time employed by the State of Vermont Department of Corrections. After moving to Pennsylvania, Michael worked for many years as a maintenance mechanic for Empire Kosher, until his retirement.

He was a member of Truthville Baptist Church in Granville, Grace Baptist Church in Whitehall, and First Baptist Church in Mifflintown, PA. Michael volunteered in recent years for Tomorrow’s Hope in Pennsylvania, a homeless shelter for Veterans. Through the years, he was an avid hunter and fisherman. He especially loved hunting and fishing with the three generations of his family.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Peter Oliver; his grandson, Isaiah Oliver; and several aunts and uncles.

Survivors include his loving wife of almost 40 years, JoEllen Oliver of Hudson Falls; his children, Christopher Artiga-Oliver and his wife, Connie, Aaron Oliver and his wife, Beverly, Kate Mu, Asa Oliver and his significant other, Ukiah Spencer, and Kaela Baumgardner and her husband, Vincent; his 12 grandchildren: Sahara, Nico, and Lilu Artiga-Oliver, Ethan Oliver, Tyler Mu, Devonn, Faith, Airian and Ezra Oliver, Nathaniel Oliver, Isabelle and Levi Baumgardner, and many others he considered to be part of his family; one sister, Ruth Berger of Vermont; his special Uncle Bob and Aunt Peg Oliver of Vermont; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Services for Michael will be private.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to Tomorrow’s Hope, 6260 Heverly Blvd., PO BOX 395, Coalport, PA 16627.

Michael J. “ Mike” Morency, Sr

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HUDSON FALLS – Michael J. “ Mike” Morency, Sr, 68, the “Mayor of Stephan Drive” passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 18, 2016.

Born September 25, 1947, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late William and Elizabeth (Simmons) Morency.

Mike was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School and Ward’s Business School.

His first wife, Frances (Norton) Morency passed away April 5, 2003.

He married Mary Lynne Packard in February 0f 2005.

From 1968 to 1979, he was partners with his father, operating Morency and Son Trucking.  From 1981 until his retirement in 2004, he was a Senior Plant Engineer at Washington Correctional Facility in Comstock.

Mike was a long time member of the Sons of the American Legion and also served several years with the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc.

He loved hunting and fishing and for over 40 years was a member of the Garnet Lake 9 Hunting Club.  Most of all, he enjoyed being with his family.

He is survived by his wife of 11 years, Mary (Packard) Morency of Hudson Falls; his son, Michael Morency, Jr. and his wife, Tammy, of Argyle; his grandchildren, Samantha Morency, Alexandra Morency and Michael A. Morency; his sister, Patricia Hunter and her husband, Glenn of Florida; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and aunts.

Friends may call from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

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

Memorial donations in Mike’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Mikes family would like to thank the Doctors, Nurses and staff on T-2 at the Glens Falls Hospital for the wonderful care and support given to Mike during his illness.