GANSEVOORT- Donald J. LaCross passed away on May 4th, 2020 at Fort Hudson Nursing Home, due to complications from COVID 19, he was 83.
Born on July 7th, 1936 in Hudson Falls, he was the youngest son of Lester and Theresa (Chabot) LaCross.
Donald was predeceased by both of his parents.
He attended Hudson Falls School and left to serve in the Air Force, where he served from 1953-1957 as a flight line mechanic. He received the National Defense Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal.
After the service he worked at Finch Prynn for 36 years as a class A machinist. He served as president of his Union local. The National Association of machinist and aerospace workers. He also served as President of Coopers Cave FCU.
He was known for his great sense of humor and his easy going personality. He enjoyed his family most of all and was known to everyone as Pepere.
He had a love for the outdoors whether it be watersports, motorcycling, snowmobiling or golfing. A cross country trip in 1976, is one that will not be forgotten. He also enjoyed taking his family camping to Florida and every summer going to Delaware.
Left behind to cherish his memories is his wife of 62 years Kathryn LaCross. His son Timothy
(Victoria) LaCross, son Joseph (Shannon) LaCross, Grandchildren, Bethane (Keith) Williamson,
Meghan (Rob) LaCross, Abigail (Jonathan) LaCross, Rhiannon (Matt) LaCross. Great
Grandchildren, Ethan, Ella, Payton, Levi, Skylor, Blake, and Nathan. His brother Robert LaCross and sister Janet Clear. His extended children, Kelly Morgan and Randy Edgerly and his sister in laws Joan Graham and Lorraine Prevost.
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the entire staff and administration on S-Wing at the Fort Hudson Nursing Home. They all went above and beyond during these difficult times. We live amongst angels.
Due to the ongoing pandemic the family will be having a private burial in the future at their discretion.
In lieu of donations we asked that you donate masks and PPE equipment to the Fort Hudson Nursing Home.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
A good friend and man I am honored to have known him. My sincere sympathy.
Kay and family,
We were saddened to see the passing of Don. Our thoughts are with you and yours. 💐
Don. We had fun as little kids like our homemade kites which we would fly for hours in the fields across the tracks. Even tho much time has passed I still remember all the fun as kids we had. Rest.easy my childhood friend. FLOYD
Kay and family,
So sorry for your loss. May he RIP.
Debby Ellis Straub
Don RIP. I will always remember you taking me for a ride in your Olds convertible when I was 9, after you returned from service. Not to mention sitting in our backyard with my Dad Joe and my Pepe’ and yours, as you guys drank beer and laughed. No doubt Kay is happy Uncle Joe introduced the two of you at the diner? I also enjoyed the golf games we had, when I had a chance to visit the area when traveling on business. I know Aunt Theresa and Uncle Lester are glad too see you. Not to mention Beulah and Joe as well. Love Larry
My deepest sorrow that Don passed away so suddenly. I always remember that Don was a gentle person. You guys were special. My prayers hope to fine you comforted during this time of loss.
All my love,
thoughts and prayers are with you and may god bless wally