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Richard A. Vaughn

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vaughn-richardHUDSON FALLS – Richard A. Vaughn, 84, of Hudson Falls, passed away with his family by his side on Sunday, December 11, 2016. 

Born May 26, 1932, in Hudson Falls, he was the son of the late Karl and Mildred (Tyler) Vaughn. 

Richard was a U.S. Army veteran, and fought in the Korean War. 

He was married January 21, 1972, to Carolyn Whitney at Truthville Baptist Church. 

Richard was an employee of Native Textiles for 48 years. 

He enjoyed cutting and selling firewood, hunting, camp, spending time with his grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, and trips to the ocean. 

In addition to his parents, Richard was predeceased by his daughter, Valerie Vaughn; his son, Stewart Vaughn; his son, Stephen Vaughn; his sister, Eleanor MaCauley; his brother, Wilbur Vaughn; and his first wife, Barbara (Morse) Vaughn who passed away in 1963. 

Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Carolyn (Whitney) Vaughn of Hudson Falls; his sons: Tony Matteson and his wife, Diane of Waynesboro, VA, Thomas Matteson and his wife, Sonja of Hudson Falls, Timothy Matteson and his wife, Lanell of Roger, TX; 11 grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

Friends are invited to call on Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., located at 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. Immediately following calling hours at 1 p.m., a funeral service will take place at the funeral home, officiated by Derek Hanson. 

Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, in Fort Edward, with full Military Honors. 

Donations in Richards name can be made out to Prospect Child & Family Center, 133 Aviation Rd, Queensbury, NY 12804.

Beverly M. Dube

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HUDSON FALLS – Beverly M. Dube, 94, of Brenda Drive, passed away on Friday, Deceember 9, 2016, at her home.

Born April 10, 1922 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Eber and Lillian (LaRose) Gaulin.

On March 28, 1948, she married Robert Dube in St. Paul’s Church.  He died March 4, 1976.

Bev worked for many years as a teller at the First National Bank, now known as TDBank in Hudson Falls.  In 1969 she began working for the village of Hudson Falls as payroll clerk, a position she held until her retirement in 1987.

She was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.

Her enjoyments included bowling and serving with the Hudson Falls Branch of the Glens Falls Hospital Guild.

In addition to her husband and parents, she is predeceased by a son R. Bruce Dube who died July 4, 1952.

Survivors include one son, Edward Dube of Hudson Falls; a sister, Ruth M. St. Louis and her husband, Leo of Hudson Falls; three nieces, three nephews; three grandnieces and three grand nephews: sister in law, Elizabeth “Boots” Dube of Durham, NC.

There are no calling hours.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11A.M. on Wednesday 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 in t. Paul’s Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

The family suggests memorials in Mrs. Dube’s name be made to the Fort Edward rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

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

Shari-Ann Carpenter

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carpenter-shari-annSOUTH GLENS FALLS _ Shari-Ann Carpenter, 48, passed away on Thursday December 8, 2016 at Albany Medical Center surrounded by her family.

She was preceded in death by her loving parents Thomas and Sharron (Catalfamo) Carpenter and her beloved brother Todd A. Carpenter.

Shari-Ann graduated from South Glens Falls High School in 1987, which is where she spent most of her time even after graduation watching many wrestling, football, basketball, volleyball, soccer and softball games. Shari-Ann cheered and could always be heard screaming encouragement to her  sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews.  Shari-Ann made sure to have their sports schedules so she could attend all of their spring events, as she was their number one fan.   She was employed by Angio Dynamics, formally known as Namic, Boston Scientific and Pfizer for 28 years.

Shari-Ann enjoyed life and living it to the fullest.  She looked forward to the family’s annual golf tournament in honor of her late brother Todd A. Carpenter, the TC Open.  She always had an infectious smile and brought many amazing memories to all around her.  She enjoyed concerts of all kinds, vacations, eating out with friends, and baking.  Shari-Ann had a very giving heart.  Her family and friends pay tribute to Shari by saying “Shari-Ann was one of the kindest people you could have ever met, she opened her heart to so many over the years and she will be sorely missed.”

Her beautiful life will forever be cherished by her brothers and sisters, Toni-Ann Geer and her husband Thomas; Thomas A. Carpenter and his wife Larraina; Scott J. Carpenter and his wife Julianne; Marc T. Carpenter and his wife Sherry; Traci-Ann DeRidder and her husband Lou; Teri-Ann DelSignore and her husband Greg; Jodi-Ann Brewer and her husband Brent; and Eric J. Carpenter and his wife Angela.  Shari’s nieces and nephews, Randi White and her husband Alpha; Darci Brewer and her husband Ben; Jenni Ryan and her husband Sean; Bo Smith; Scott, Daniel, Claire, and Jake Carpenter; Louie and Megan DeRidder; Brock and Brooke DelSignore; and Mia and Grace Brewer, which for most she was “Crazy Aunt Shari” to.  Aunt Sally and Uncle Bill Brayman; Aunt Annie Catalfamo, Great Uncle John Catalfamo, as well as several cousins, and very close friends.

Shari-Ann’s family  would like to express their special thanks to all the doctors, nurses, and all hospital staff that cared for her.

Friends and family may call onThursday December 15, 2016 from 5pm to 8pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

The family has requested a private burial.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made  to South Glens Falls Booster Club. 42 Merritt Rd., South Glens Falls, NY 12803 or the Hudson Falls Tiger Trackers Booster Club, 1153 Burgoyne Ave., Fort Edward, NY 12828, in Shari-Ann’s name.

 

 

Richard (Rick) Carlton Granger

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SOUTH GLENS FALLS – Richard (Rick) Carlton Granger, 75, of South Glens Falls, passed away at his home Thursday afternoon, December 8, 2016, after a short illness, with his wife, Netina, by his side.

Born on January 22, 1941, in St. Albans, Vermont, he was the son of the late Carlton and Nora (LaDue) Granger.

Richard and Netina were married on July 1, 2000, during a picnic service.

Richard worked at Native Textiles for many years as a truck driver.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, church friends, and telling stories. He enjoyed helping others, especially if it involved fixing or remodeling. Tinkering in the garage brought him great happiness. Rick enjoyed researching genealogy, enabling him to trace his first descendant from England. He was known to drive hours throughout New York to gather information to add it to his growing genealogy records. These extensive records will become a treasure to his family.

Richard is survived by his wife of 16 years, Netina; his son, Matthew Granger and his wife, Marcy Hokama-Granger, and their son, Niko, all of Brooklyn. His is also survived by Netina’s children: Barbara Potvin and her daughter Julia of South Glens Falls, Kevin Varmette and his wife, Tammy of Gansevoort, and Kenneth and his wife, Windy Varmette, and their children, Damien, Aaron, Eli and Olivia of Lansing, Michigan.

Friends and Family are invited to call on Monday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home on Main Street, in Hudson Falls. Immediately following calling hours, a service will take place at 1 p.m. at the funeral home, officiated by Pastor James Swanson of Turning Point Wesylan Church in Fort Miller, NY.

Burial will take place at Pine View Cemetery in Queensbury.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made out to Turning Point Weslyan Church, 1063 US-4, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Luneda “Joy” Stimpson

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BALLSTON SPA – Luneda “Joy” Stimpson, of Middleline Road, passed away at home, on Thursday, December 8, 2016, surrounded by her loving family.

Born January 5, 1925, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Erwin and Ruth (Crannell) Adams.

She was employed with General Electric of Fort Edward for 25 years.

Joy enjoyed spending time with her family and cats. She also enjoyed watching tennis on TV.

Joy was predeceased by her loving son, John Stimpson, her sister, Virginia Perry, and her brother, Erwin Adams.

Survivors include her children, Thomas Stimpson of Moreau, Joy Ann Stimpson of Argyle, Barry Stimpson and his wife, Sandy of Moreau, Robin Wood and her significant other, Patty of Ballston Spa, Dale Stimpson of Moreau; ten grandchildren, including her loving granddaughter, Bilye Jo Bednarczyk and her husband, Chris of Moreau; and several great grandchildren.

Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations can be made to Community Hospice, 179 Lawrence St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Arrangements are under the direction of Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.

Karen A. Northrup

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HUDSON FALLS – Karen A. Northrup, 71, of Dean Road, passed away peacefully in the arms of the Lord in the early hours of Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA.

Born January 5, 1945 in Wales, UK, Karen was the daughter of the late Walter Howard – US Army Air Corps and Olga (Sayes) Howard – British Army Nursing Service.  The new family came to the US when there service was over.

Karen grew up in Hudson Falls with her parents and younger twin siblings, graduated from Hudson Falls High School, and continued her education at Adirondack Community College, where she received her degree in Languages.  After being introduced by her lifelong friend Connie Dodge, she married her soulmate in 1966, settled into raising two boys then rejoined the workforce in the 1980s when her children where in high school.  She used her talent and love of language, proofreading and editing, for budding authors, and at Tribune Media Services for over thirty years, retiring on her 70th birthday.

Karen was an active member of the Hudson Falls First Presbyterian Church. She served as an Elder, Deacon and was a mainstay of the choir for decades.

Karen had a beautiful voice and would sing or recite poetry whenever the mood took her.  She enjoyed the theater, especially musicals, loved leisurely rides with her husband, and valued spending time with her family and friends.

She will be dearly missed by her husband of 51 years, Gary Northrup of Hudson Falls; her two sons, Greg Northrup and partner Michele Jordan of Greenwich, and Drew Northrup and wife, Paula of Moreau; her granddaughters, Dylan Jakacki of Cambridge and Paige Posada of Moreau; her brother, Brooke Howard and wife, Denise of Hudson Falls; her sister, Lynn Howard of Fair Haven, VT; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at the funeral home, with the Rev. Michael Plank, pastor of the Hudson Falls First Presbyterian Church, officiating.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Hudson Falls First Presbyterian Church, 5 River Street, Hudson Falls, NY  12839.

Constance Depalo

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HUDSON FALLS – Constance Jean (Barney) DePalo, 94, passed peacefully into her Savior’s presence on December 1st, 2016, at Glens Falls Hospital surrounded by her loved ones. Connie will be remembered by all for her love of children and great sense of humor.

Born on June 15th, 1922, to Leonard J. and Helene (Flynn) Barney. Connie graduated from Hudson Falls High School class of 1940. She went on to marry Patrick DePalo in 1944, they remained married until his passing in 2009. Together they raised six daughters.

Connie was predeceased by her daughter, Diane Dolan, younger brother, Leonard Jr. (Duff) Barney, and her BFF Maxine Binetti.

She is survived by her daughters, Susan DePalo, Barbara Comstock (Keith), Mary Joan Baggot (Richard), Patricia DePalo, and Connie Steele; her sister-in-law, Rose Barney; grandchildren, Amy and Alison Steele, Christopher Dolen (Callie), Dr. Michael Dolen (Erin), Angela Lizotte, Rachel Lazic (Dan), Kaitlin Watkins (Brad), and Kenneth Comstock; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Her greatest gifts were patience, being a great sport, and her gracious hospitality. Connie loved athletics. In her early days, she was involved in all the athletics that a young woman could participate in and remained an avid sports fan throughout her life. She skated competitively, was a cheerleader, and was a championship golfer and bowler. Everyone was always welcome in her home. Her delight in little ones remained until the end, it’s a legacy that she passed onto her children and grandchildren. Her friendly personality, unending patience, generosity, and understated loved will be missed by many.

As per Connie’s request, there will be no calling hours.

Masses in Connie’s name will be announced.

The family suggested that any gift remembrances be made to the Open Door Mission of Glens Falls, 47 Lawrence Street, PO Box 3306, Glens Falls, NY 12801 or opendoor-ny.org.

The family would like to thank Kaitlin and Brad Watkins for their special love and care during Grammy’s last years.

Frederick O’Hare

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ohare-1ohare-2HUDSON FALLS – Frederick O’Hare, 91, of Hudson Falls, passed away Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016, at home.

He was born on January 5, 1925, to George O’Hare and Hazel (Shaw) O’Hare, at home in Lake Luzerne, New York.

A 1942 graduate of the Hadley-Luzerne Central School system, Fred lettered in baseball, basketball and soccer. In the fall of 1941, the coaches of the Saratoga County League selected him for the position of right halfback on the All-County Star soccer team.

Fred entered the U.S. Navy in April 1943 and received his bootcamp training at Samson Naval Training Station on the shores of Seneca Lake, New York. He was assigned to gunner’s mate school in Newport, Rhode Island, and graduated as a Petty Officer 3rd Class. He served in combat aboard the U.S.S. Melville in the Atlantic Fleet, departing in February 1944 for the European Theater and not returning to the U.S. until July of 1945.

Fred experienced several close calls during World War II, including surviving being stranded in the open ocean during a battle. He was discharged in May 1946.

Postwar, he studied diesel engineering in New York City and worked in various jobs (mostly in sales) in the Glens Falls area, including at Parson’s Ford, Ehrlich’s Auto Parts, Prudential Insurance, Albany Hardware, Tri-County Auto Parts (as an auto-parts wholesaler) and R&M Supplies. He then moved into sporting goods, working at the Joy Store in South Glens Falls, as manager of the sporting-goods department and buyer.

After retiring from Joy, he moved onto Sears, where he enjoyed an eventual second retirement.

In 1955, he married Alice Mary Demers, of Saranac Lake, New York, who had also worked at Parson’s Ford. They lived in the Glens Falls area until 1961, when they moved to Hudson Falls. Both lived in the same home for the rest of their lives (Alice died in 2011, at the age of 83), where they raised their four children.

A devoted husband and father, Fred enjoyed working in his shop at home, attending auto races with his sons, hunting, fishing, crossword puzzles (an enthusiasm he shared with his wife) and World War II history. He was very active in the VFW in Hudson Falls, and traveled to many reunions of his U.S.S. Melville shipmates.

He also operated his own snowblower well into his 80s.

Along with his wife, Fred is predeceased by his parents, his sister, Gertrude O’Hare, and his brother, George O’Hare.

Surviving Fred are sons Timothy, James and Frederick, who all live in the Hudson Falls/Glens Falls area, and a daughter, Kathleen, who lives in Los Angeles, along with a niece, nephews, great-nieces and -nephews, step-grandchildren and a grandson.

Friends may call from 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 1, from 4-6 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. at 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls American Legion Post 574 of Hudson Falls will provide honor guard and conduct a service at 6 p.m., following the calling hours.

Interment, with his wife Alice, will take place at a later date the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Veteran’s Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

 

In remembrance of Fred, his family suggests donations in his honor to the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society at 875 N. Randolph Street, Suite 225, Arlington, Virginia, 22203, or at www.nmcrs.org/.

 

Arlene V. (Falkenbury) Wood

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wood-arlene-young wood-arlene-oldHudson Falls – Arlene V. (Falkenbury) Wood, 91, the matriarch of Fairview Lane, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, November 29, 2016, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Born March 12, 1925, in Stony Creek, she was the daughter of the late Grant and Bertha (Ackley) Falkenbury.

Arlene, who was affectionately known as “Bo”, was a graduate of Fort Edward High School, Class of 1943. Following her graduation, she began working as a Stenographer at the former International Brotherhood of Pulp, Sulphite & Paper Mill Workers union office in Fort Edward before advancing to secretary to the President; she retired after 25 years of dedicated service to the company.

She married the love of her life and high school sweetheart, Walter Harvey Wood on July 13, 1945. The couple relocated from Fort Edward to Hudson Falls, where they would build their home and raise their family. Her beloved “Harv”, and husband of 52 years passed away in 1997.

In addition to spending time with her family, Arlene was a quick-witted jokester and queen of the Crypto-quote, who enjoyed playing cards with “the girls”, crossword puzzles, reading, traveling, and various crafts, including, knitting, crocheting, painting, and ceramics. She was a former member of the First Baptist Church of Hudson Falls, the Moreau Senior Center, and the Fort Edward Historical Society.

Besides her parents and late husband, Arlene is predeceased by her three siblings, Olive Viele, and Edward and James Falkenbury.

She is survived by three daughters, Alicia (Ted) Nassivera of South Glens Falls, Olivia (Scott) Snyder of Lake George, and Tana (Phil) Smith of Stillwater; five grandchildren, Ted (Shelly) Nassivera, Jr., of Middletown, Jennifer (Devin) Piersol of Winter Park, FL, Kathryn (David) Alexander of Warrensburg, Andrew Smith of Orlando, FL, and Brett Smith of Stillwater; and her most recent blessing, great-granddaughter, Piper Lyn Alexander. “Auntie Bo” also leaves behind several loving nieces and nephews, as well as many extended family members and special friends.

Friends may call on Arlene’s family from 2 to 5 pm, Thursday, December 1, 2016, at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A funeral service to celebrate her beautiful life will be conducted at 11:00 am, Friday at the funeral home, with Rev. Thomas Pettigrew of the Church of the Holy Cross in Warrensburg, officiating.

Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Fort Edward.

Arlene’s family would like to thank her dear friends, Bev & Tony Mandalare, caring neighbors, Pat Hoffis, and Bill and Kathy Stiles, as well as, nieces, Deborah Stedman and Sandra Balch, and her special “kids”, Nancy Stockwell and Gary Golden, for always being there. Also, a very special thank you to her amazing care givers, Francis Clift, Paula Broderick, Ginny Dutson, and Sandra Dickinson for the loving care they provided.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations in Arlene’s memory to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc. PO Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828, or the First Baptist Church of Hudson Falls, 118 Main St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Online condolences may be left by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net.

Deborah Lynn Mattison

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mattison-deborahFORT EDWARD – Deborah Lynn Mattison, 63, of Fort Edward, passed away peacefully on Saturday November 26, 2016, surrounded by her husband and children, after fighting a long battle of illness, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law. 

Born July 25, 1953, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late William and Emerentienne (Prevost) Miner. 

Debbie attended Hudson Falls Central School. 

On August 1, 1970, she married Douglas Paul Mattison in Hudson Falls. In their 46 years of marriage, he fondly called her ‘Gert.’ 

Debbie worked at Chase Bag, formerly in Hudson Falls and Angio Dynamic, and was also a home health aide for many years. 

She enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren, having gatherings at their home, and she loved her Pepsi. 

In addition to her parents, Deborah was predeceased by her sister Donna Bapp. 

Survivors include her husband, Douglas Paul Mattison; her children: Becky (Jim) Shewell, Doug (Amy) Mattison, Tammy (Kevin) Barrows, and Andy Mattison; her siblings: Connie (Chuck) Szostack of NC, Cindy (Jim) Perkins of Hudson Falls, Darlene (Brian) Miner of Hudson Falls, Joann (Jim) Murphy of Queensbury, and Bill Miner of Glens Falls; her grandchildren: Will Knapp, Alyssa Knapp, Masen Barrows, Brianna Underwood, Cameron Underwood, Olivia Underwood, and Tiffany Mattison; One great-granddaughter, Marisella Brown; and many nieces, nephews, and brothers and sisters-in-law. 

A prayer will be said by the Rev. Jeff Palmer, from Community hospice, at the family home at 11 a.m. on Saturday (Dec. 3, 2016), at the home of her daughter and son in law Tammy and Kevin Barrows, on Route 4 in the town of Fort Edward. The family will also receive friends at their home following the prayers. 

Donations in Debbie’s name can be made out to Community hospice, 179 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The family would like to thank Community Hospice and the staff of HCR for all they to support and care for her. 

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

Esther A. Johnson

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FORT EDWARD – Esther A. Johnson, 90, of Fort Edward passed away November 12, at the Indian River Nursing & Rehab Center in Granville.

Born on October 15, 1926, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late William and Esther (Montena) Sadler.

Esther graduated from Fort Edward high school with her twin sister, Emily in 1944.

Following graduation Esther started her career in the insurance industry. She retired from the Continental Insurance company after many years of service.  She also worked for the Zayre Department store in Queensbury for many years.

Esther was a 60 plus year member of the First Baptist Church of Glens Falls. She served on several boards and particularly enjoyed the gathering of the woman’s association.  She delivered flowers, visited shut ins and spent many hours volunteering at the church thrift store.

Esther enjoyed the numerous trips to New York City with her husband Jim, where they viewed the Christmas decorations and took in a show. She was a big fan of  hot air balloons and frequently  attended the local festival.

Esther was predeceased by her husband of many years, James H. Johnson and her twin sister, Emily S. Towne.

She is survived by her nieces, Cynthia Jackson of Livonia, Elizabeth Szuba and her husband Richard of Rochester and Rebecca Lummis of Galway and her great nieces & nephews Nicole Jackson, Alex, Max & Hannah Szuba, Kalyn and Jourdan Lummis.

Private funeral services were held Wednesday, November 16, with the Rev. Donald Shuler. Burial was in Union Cemetary, Fort Edward.

The family wishes to thank her friends and caregiver, Penny Sheedy and the staff at Indian River for the care and compassion given to Esther and her family.

Local arrangements are under the direction of the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

David Christopher Nawotniak

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nawotniakSTAR LAKE, HARRISVILLE & GOUVENEUR – David Christopher Nawotniak, 69, formerly of Harrisville, passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2016, at Wesley Health Care Center in Saratoga Springs.

Born on January 27, 1947, in Buffalo, he was the son of the late Benedict J. and Genevieve (Jaworski) Nawotniak.

On January 21, 1967, he married Jill Feeney at Holy Family Church in Buffalo.

David served his county, enlisting in the United States Marine Corp from 1966 to 1968.  After working in the Buffalo area for a time, he followed a dream of being a New York State Trooper.  David loved serving and protecting the people of New York.  He worked most of his entire 26 ½ year career at the Star Lake and Gouverneur State Police Barracks.  During his time in the Harrisville area, he also had a farm that he loved and operated.  David also served with the Scuba Team with the NYS Troopers.

He loved scuba diving, he dove all over in lakes, caves and oceans and he passed this love onto his son Mark, who dove with him.  David also enjoyed fishing in the Adirondacks and on his boat in Florida and hunting.

After his retirement, David became a “Gourmet Chef” of sorts.  He took pride in the preparation and quality ingredients that he used for the meals he created for his family and friends.  Because of his high culinary standards, he preferred to prepare his own meals, rather than go out and eat.  David’s moto was “if you leave the table hungry, it’s your own fault”.

 

David will be remembered as a husband wonderful of 49 years, a Marine, a State Trooper, a father, a grand father, brother, uncle, friend. He was the most resilient person never breaking, never changing. David was “family man”. He was “love”, never judging and always filled with forgiveness, sacrifice, kindness, and dependable.

His motto was “Don’t try! Do!”. His mind worked like an engineer doing, building, fixing anything. David’s number one love was family and friends. His number two love was the farm and all the memories

created. David was a teacher and confidant, with a passion in the simple things. He always accomplished his goals and lived with no regrets. He will be missed by all that graced his life and never forgotten.

This illness did not take him; he did not lose. He followed this path as another challenge, never faltering and always accepting his fate.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Kenneth Nawotniak.

He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Jill Nawotniak of Fort Edward; his children, Mark (Kimberly) Nawotniak of Queensbury and Lorrie (Rae) Gosselin of Whitehall; his four grandchildren, Zachary and Bridget Nowatniak and Alyssa and Makayla Gosselin.; his brother, Robert A. Nawotniak of Buffalo; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be a time of remembrance on Tuesday, November 29th, from 5 to 6 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. Memorial thoughts and prayers will be offered at 6 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Disabled American Veterans, 201 Stratford Rd, Schenectady, NY 12308.