Paul W. “Joe” Palmer, Jr.

FORT EDWARD – Paul W. “Joe” Palmer, Jr., 60, of Fort Edward, went into the arms of the Lord on Thursday, January 21, 2020, at the Glens Falls Hospital, after a long battle with ALS.

Born on May 24, 1960, in Cambridge, he was the son of the late Paul W. Palmer, Sr. and Mary (Niles) Lyman.

On June 4, 1983, he married Connie Hayes in Saratoga Springs.

Paul spend many years working for Camara Slate in West Pawlett, Vermont as a Pit Man and Truck Driver.

He loved swimming, solving crossword puzzles, jig saw puzzles and painting.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Patricia Beckwith.

He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Connie Palmer of Fort Edward; his daughter, Amanda Bordon of Benson, Vermont; his siblings, Paula LaRue and her husband, George, Stanley Palmer and his wife, Ruth, Maryann Fuller, Irene Hamilton and her husband, Perry; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Calling hours will be on Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.  Due to COVID-19 restrictions masks and social distancing are required.

Condolences may be sent to the ALS Reginal Center, 19 Warehouse Row, Albany, New York 12205.

Marjorie E. Havern

Havern, MarjorieFORT ANN – Marjorie E. Havern, 83, of Fort Ann, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 8, 2018, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on June 2, 1934 in Scranton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Keith and Elizabeth (Epps) Palmer.

For 28 years, Marjorie worked for Stroehman in Queensbury, where she made many friends.

She enjoyed getting out and meeting new friends at the Moreau Senior Center, where she volunteered at the thrift store and also created beautiful May baskets.

Marjorie loved spending time with her family, going to garage sales and spending summers at her camp at Caroga Lake.  She also enjoyed flowers, knickknacks and sweets.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her son, David Weaver, her sister, Patricia Gray and her beloved dog, Wally.

Survivors include her six children, Nancy (Hank) Crannell of Palatine Bridge, Sherry (Skip) Simonds of Palatine Bridge, Donna (Dan) Bombard of Hudson Falls, Debbie Ireland and her fiancé, Tom Neal of Fort Ann, Duke (Jolene) Shults of Lubec, Maine and Deann (Jim) Bucher of Hudson Falls; her grandchildren, Angie (Justin) Calkins, Matthew (Jessica) Crannell, Krista Mann, RJ (Nikki) Mann, Daniel (Desiree) Bombard, David Bombard, Tanner Ireland, Tyler Ireland, Amanda (James) Marchinkowski, Joseph (Lindsey) Shults, Joshua (Amanda) Bucher, Jonathan (Abby) Bucher and Tia (Will) Bucher, Spencer Neal and Connor Neal; eight beautiful great grandchildren, Kristina, Stephanie, Jack, Hadley, Logan, Liam, Colin and Nathan; brothers, John Palmer and Frank Palmer; and sister, Delores Fredenburg; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Sunday, March 11, 2018, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 12, 2018 at the funeral home.

Burial will be in the spring at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Marjorie’s family wishes to thank the Glens Falls Renal Dialysis Center for the loving care and compassion that they gave to their mother.

They also wish that donations be made to the Northeastern Kidney Foundation, 501 New Karner Road, #6, Albany, NY  12205.

Geneva Grace (Holmes) Palmer “Ginny”

palmergenevaGLENS FALLS – Geneva Grace (Holmes) Palmer “Ginny” of Glens Falls passed away peacefully on Monday, October 3, 2016.

Born on April 1, 1926, in the Glens Falls Hospital to Lemuel C. Holmes and Elizabeth LaPine, she graduated from Canton College, as a Dietician, and worked in that profession at Glens Falls Hospital.

She Married Clarence R. “JR” Palmer on October 19th 1946, whom she met while working at the Hospital. They had 3 children Mary, Ron, and Sandi.

In 1964, she decided to take in Foster children caring for 50 pre-school children over the next 10 years. The first of those children, Doug Barret, his daughter Sonya and his grandchildren became members of Ginny’s extended family.

After some time being away from the Queensbury area, Ginny and JR returned and she joined the West Glens Falls Emergency Squad as an EMT. She later was employed as a Home Health Aid and finished her career working at the Price Chopper on Glen Street. Ginny enjoyed working with people, always had a smile on her face and was loved by all who knew her.

She was pre-deceased by her husband, JR Palmer, her daughter, Mary Richardson, her son Ron Palmer, her siblings, Gertrude Fish, Lemuel (Moon), Dorothy Fahlman, Chris, Madeline Chenier, Billy, Janet Eggleston, Jack and Dawn Mingo and her special friend Earl Grinell.

She is survived by her daughter, Sandi (Bud) Grant; her granddaughter, Andrea (Tim) Richardson; her grandsons, Rob (Cheri) Moors and Scott (Nichole) Towers; her great grandchildren, Autumn Moors, Max Towers and Maryn Towers; and several nieces and nephews.

At Ginny’s request there will be no calling hours.

Graveside services will be at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

James L. Palmer

PalmerGRANVILLE – James L. Palmer, 71, Of Granville, passed away in the loving arms of his wife Lucinda, with his beloved family surrounding him on Friday, June 10, 2016.

Born on March 16, 1945, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Harry Palmer.

Jim proudly served the United States Navy during the Vietnam war, serving on the USS Sarabachi and the USS Neosho.

On May 21, 1983, he married Lucinda Lefebvre at Harrisena Church in Queensbury.

He served as a custodian for the South Glens Falls School System for over 30 years.

Jim loved the Lord and he knew he could pray anywhere, especially at home. He loved cars, his dog Camelot and making sure everyone had a fresh cup of coffee. Most of all, Jim loved the time spent with his family.

He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Lucinda Palmer of Granville; his children, Gregory Scott Palmer and his fiancé, Donna of Glens Falls, Corina Boyer and her husband. Jason of Hudson Falls, Donald Eugene Palmer and his wife, Regina of Fort Ann, Jillian Bonds and her husband, Chris of Omaha, Arkansas; his grandchildren, Bradford, Alex, Kayelee, Maddy, Lauren and Lewis Boyer, Makayla Palmer, Izabel Palmer and Isaac Wadsworth; his extended family, Janet VanGuilder and Judy and Peter Carr. Jim was a wonderful foster father to many children, “He was the best!”

There are no calling hours scheduled.

A graveside service, with military honors will take place on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery on Duel Rd in the town of Stillwater.
Memorial donations in Jim’s memory may be made to the children’s charity of one’s choice.

Dale Irene (Inglee) Palmer

PalmerHUDSON FALLS – Dale Irene (Inglee) Palmer, 76, of Hudson Falls, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, September 10, 2013.

Born on August 27, 1937, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Madeline (Belden) Inglee.

Dale was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School.

At one time she was a manager for Fannie Farmer Candy Store.

Dale was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.  She was active with the Senior Citizens in Hudson Falls and enjoyed going to their community center.  She was a member of the Red Hats, AARP and well known for her spaghetti dinners and “Scotch a Roo’s”.

Her life centered around family, especially grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by Edward Palmer, her brother, Bruce Inglee, sister Diane Cronin, brother in law, Bill Cronin, sister in law, Joan Barton and mother and father in law, Marion and Russell Palmer.

She is survived by her children, Kim Petit and her husband Charles of Hartford, Scott Palmer and his wife, Joanne of Hudson Falls, Michael Palmer and his wife, Anne of Hudson Falls and Paige Wildey and her husband, Herbert of Hudson Falls; her grandchildren, Michael Petit, Andrea and Mike Romeo, Nicole and Craig Bosma, Stephen Petit and his fiancé, Corrine, Gabrielle and Paul Martini, Drew Petit and Cindy, Christopher Petit, Robert Petit, Brendan Petit, Jonathan and Kristen Palmer, Brianna Palmer and fiancé, Chris, Joseph Palmer and Sarah, Nicholas Wildey, Kaitlin and Zane Allen; her great-grandchildren, Alexander and Cameron Palmer, Nicholas and Vincent Romeo, Skyler Allen and Bryanna Bosma; her sisters, Carol Hagan and her husband Fred, Claudia Breeyear and her husband Bill, and Donzelle Collyer; her sister in law, Betty Inglee and her brother in law, Carl Barton; many special nieces and nephews, whom she loved dearly ; and many close friends, especially, Sue Nassivera and Claire Keech.

Friends may call on Friday, September 13, 2013 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

A Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, on the park in Hudson Falls with the Rev. Thomas Babiuch, pastor officiating,

The Rite of Committal will follow at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Dale’s family suggests that memorial donations in her memory be made to The Senior Center of  Kingsbury &Fort Edward, 78 Oak Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, 11 Park Place, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Marion L. Palmer

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QUEENSBURY – Marion L. Palmer, 92, formerly of Ridge Road, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at Pleasant Valley Health Care Facility in Argyle.

 Born on August 14, 1920 in Amsterdam, she was the daughter of the late Raymun W. and Inez (Stoddart) Louer, Sr.

 Marion was a graduate of Amsterdam schools and on March 25, 1941, she married James “Jim” E. Palmer of Amsterdam.  In 1960, she and her husband moved to this area from Canajoharie.   He passed away on June 24, 2008, after 67 wonderful years of marriage.

 Marion was a member of The First Baptist Church of South Glens Falls, where she served as choir director for 25 years.  She taught Bible history for several years and was active in the Gideons International Auxiliary.

 Marion loved music and studied voice for many years. She sang with the Mohawk Valley Chorus in Amsterdam.  Marion was a charter member of the Mastersingers, now known as the Adirondack Voices. She also was a very talented pianist and organist.  Her other enjoyment included serving as librarian for the Queensbury Senior Center.  Her greatest love was her family, for which she had made 43 hand stitched quilts to keep them warm.

 Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her four brothers, Richard D. Louer, Raymun W. Louer, Jr., Milford H. Louer and Norbert Louer.

 Survivors include her children, Lauren Palmer and his wife, Susan of Hudson Falls and Suzette Usher, and her husband, Jack of Queensbury; grandchildren and great grandchildren, Scott Palmer and his wife, Rene and their children, Benjamin and Samuel of Glens Falls; Laurie Ecker, and her husband, Lee and their children, Lauren, Bradley and Nicole of Wilton; Matthew Palmer and his wife, Renee and their children Jack and Katie of Heuvelton; Stephanie Roberti and her companion, Rich Hayden of Port Ewen and her children, Hannah, Jeffrey and Jacob of Saugerties; Maureen Usher-Riggs and her husband, Garrett of Portland, Oregon and Brian Usher and his wife, Heather and their daughter, Emory of Queensbury; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

 Friends may call on Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

 Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at The First Baptist Church of South Glens Falls with Rev. Richard Dietrich, pastor  of The First Baptist Church and Rev. Michael Plank, pastor of The First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, officiating.

 Burial will be in Seeley Cemetery in the Town of Queensbury at a later date.

 Her family wishes to thank the Alzheimer’s Unit at Pleasant Valley Health Care Facility for the wonderful care and compassion given to Marion and her family.

 The family suggests memorial donations to Gideons International, 2900 Lebanon Rd., Nashville, TN  37214-0800 or The First Baptist Church of South Glens Falls, 383 Saratoga Road, South Glens Falls, NY 12803 or Alzheimer’s Association, Northeaster New York, Adirondack Region Office, P.O. Box 4191, Queensbury, NY  12804.