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Naomi (Belrose) Larowe

By CFH | November 16, 2016 - 1:34 pm |November 16, 2016 Obituaries

HUDSON FALLS – Naomi (Belrose) Larowe, 85, of Hudson Falls went into the arms of the Lord on Wednesday, November 16, 2016, at the Stanton Healthcare and Rehab Center in the town of Queensbury.

Born on August 8, 1931, in Hudson Falls, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Flora (Rustin) Belrose.

Naomi was a 1949 graduate of Hudson Falls High School. After graduation, she went to work for the General Electric Company in Fort Edward and Hudson Falls. She retired from GE after 37 years of service.

She was a member of the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church. Her grandkids and great grandkids were the center of her life after her two children. She enjoyed crocheting as well.

In addition to her parents she is predeceased by her two husbands, Donald Dupell and William Larowe, as well as four sisters and one brother.

Naomi is survived by two children, Jeannine Hughes and her husband David of Hudson Falls and Paul Dupell and his wife Rosalinda of Hudson Falls; three grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

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

A graveside service will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Saturday with the Rev. Derek Hansen, pastor of the United Methodist Church in Hudson Falls officiating at Union Cemetery on Route 4 in the town of Fort Edward.

Naomi’s family has suggested that memorial donations in her memory be made to the Hayne’s House of Hope, 7187 Route 149, Granville, NY 12832.

Dolores J (Tucker) Darrah

By CFH | November 16, 2016 - 1:33 pm |November 16, 2016 Obituaries

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GLENS FALLS – Dolores J (Tucker) Darrah passed away peacefully surrounded by family on

November 14th, 2016.

Born June 12th, 1949 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Genevieve and Walter Tucker and stepfather Stanley Helinski.

She married David L Darrah June 8, 1974.

She is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, David; as well as her children, Brian Darrah and his wife, Toni of Cowpens, South Carolina, Valarie Darrah of South Glens Falls, Angelique (Darrah) Davis of Glens Falls and Nicole (Darrah) Moon of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; her beloved grandchildren Kayla Darrah, Ryan Darrah, Austin Darrah, Ashley Lewry, Adam Darrah and Riley Moon, and great grandchildren Sabashtan Darrah, Aiden Darrah, Landon Ellis, and Shawn Jackson.

At the family’s request, there will be no calling hours.

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

Jon “Shadow” Villmore

By CFH | November 13, 2016 - 2:28 pm |November 14, 2016 Obituaries

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HUDSON FALLS & QUEENSBURY – Jon “Shadow” Villmore, age 54, of Hudson Falls and Queensbury, passed away on November 11, 2016, peacefully at his home.

Born May 2, 1962, in Cambridge, he was the son of the late Shirley (Bessette) Villmore.

Jon lived in Hudson Falls most of his life.

He was a part of the Jury Motorcycle Club for 30 plus years and loved to ride his bike. Jon loved the Barn and Sully’s West with his friends. He loved to travel and follow bands. Jon loved music. He loved to bang on his drum set. He loved to fish and hunt. Jon loved to have fun and laugh. He loved his dogs, Lucy-Lou and Ray-Gin.

Jon was predeceased by his mother, Shirley Villmore and his grandparents, Ernie and Alice Bessette.

He leaves behind the love of his life Ann LaBarge; his daughters, Kari Villmore, and Casey Villmore; his grand-daughter Ameliah Devino; his step-children Jodi Rose, Billy Rose, Julie LaBarge, Greg LaBarge, Gordon LaBarge and Carrie Mallory; his step-grandchildren, James McIntosh, Austin LaBarge, Aaron,Zack and Aaliyah Rose; his brother Terry Villmore of Hudson Falls; and his extended families he adopted.

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday, November 16, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., located at 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls.

Donations in Jon’s name can be made to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, Gift Processing Administrator, 18251 Quantico Gateway Drive, Triangle, VA 22172

Magdalena M. Hart

By CFH | November 10, 2016 - 11:33 am |November 14, 2016 Obituaries

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HUDSON FALLS – Magdalena Hart, age 55, of Willow Street, passed away Wednesday, November 9, 2016, at her home with her loving husband, daughter, son in law and her granddaughter Brittanie beside her.

Born August 15, 1961, in Frankfurt, Germany, she was the daughter of the late Eugene and Frieda (Wolfe) Schwarz.

She studied hairstyling in Germany before she moved to America in 1981.

Magdalena was a homemaker and a loving grandmother.

She enjoyed weaving, garage sales, puzzles, playing Uno and rummy, and taking long drives. She loved watching fireworks with her Husband. Decorating for the holidays was important to Magdalena.

She was predeceased by her niece, Nichole Holzlhammer.

Survivors include her husband, Louis Hart of Hudson Falls; her two daughters, Tina Chapman and her husband, Scott of Odessa, TX, and Jessica Girard and her husband, John of Hudson Falls; her son Bobby Walker and his wife, Hillary, who is serving with the U.S. Army; her step-children, Louis Hart, Jr. of Hudson Falls, Gabbrielle Snyder of Tupper Lake, Ryan Hart of Saranac Lake, Paige Hart of Saranac Lake, and David Hart of Saranac Lake; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; her two brothers, Heinz Schwarz of Germany, and Wilhelm Schwarz of Germany; her sister Maria Holzlhammer of Germanys; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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

Theodore W. White

By CFH | November 10, 2016 - 9:05 am |November 10, 2016 Obituaries

Clarence W. Huestis

By CFH | November 10, 2016 - 8:56 am |November 10, 2016 Obituaries

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HUDSON FALLS – Clarence W. Huestis, 77, of Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 7, 2016, at the Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on April 14, 1939 in Ticonderoga, he was the son of the late Chauncey H. and Beatrice (Sartwell) Huestis, Sr.

For many years, Clarence was a farmer for Judge Crandall in Fort Ann and he also worked on the Szostak Farm in Hudson Falls.

Clarence was a member and enjoyed going to the Gospel Lighthouse Church in Hudson Falls and was also a leader in the Royal Rangers. He also loved to go fishing, hunting and watch movies.

Besides his parents, Clarence was also predeceased by his brothers, Fred Huestis, George Sartwell and LeRoy Huestis; and his two sisters, Juanita Hall and Beatrice Huestis.

Survivors include his three brothers Chauncey Huestis and Thomas Huestis, both of Hudson Falls and Almon Huestis and his wife, Caroline of Florida; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Friday at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls, with Pastor Paul Mead, of the Gospel Lighthouse Church, officiating.

Burial will follow at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

The family would like to thank the staff on Tower 5 and Tower 3 at the Glens Falls Hospital, Dr. Suzanne Blood and the staff at Fort Hudson Health Care Facility for the compassionate care given to Clarence.

Following the burial everyone is welcome to a brunch at Gospel Lighthouse Church, at 30 La Crosse Street, in Hudson Falls.

The family suggests that memorial donations in Clarence’s memory be made to the Gospel Lighthouse Church, 30 La Crosse Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or the charity of one’s choice.

Wendy L. Godfrey

By CFH | November 7, 2016 - 5:49 pm |November 7, 2016 Obituaries

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HUDSON FALLS – Wendy L. Godfrey, 43, of Clark Street, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 5, 2016, at her home.

Born on May 6, 1973, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of Paul Gitto and the late Beatrice Godfrey.

Wendy was a graduate of Fort Edward High School.

Most recently, she was employed as a caretaker for the elderly. Wendy loved her work and the relationships she formed with the people she assisted. She was a very loving person and a caregiver by nature. When her father was ill, Wendy was his rock. She also took care of her “little bro.” It was Wendy’s nature to be a helper.

Wendy loved her aunt and uncle, Brian and Tracy Godfrey, and cherished their relationship deeply. She spent a great deal of time with them because sadly, Wendy’s mother passed while she was only five years old. It was a great heartbreak for Wendy and she never stopped missing her mother. Wendy loved her family. She worked hard to turn her life around and her family was deeply proud of her.

She was a communicant of St. Joseph’s Church in Fort Edward. When Wendy was younger, she was a member of the Fort Edward Rescue Squad.

Besides her mother, she was predeceased by her grandparents, Fred and Charlotte Godfrey and Sylvia “Nana” Gitto; and her godfather, Paul Godfrey.

Wendy is survived by her father, Paul Gitto of Hudson Falls; her three children, Mark Stimpson of Hudson Falls, Korina McConchie of Glens Falls, and Adam McConchie of Massachusetts; her brother, Steven Gitto of Hudson Falls; her cousin, Stephanie Wright of Texas, whom she considered her sister; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Friends may call on Saturday, November 12 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. located on 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Following the calling hours, the Rite of Committal will take place at St. Joseph’s cemetery in Fort Edward.

Donations in Wendy’s name can be made to Warren-Washington Association for Mental Health, Inc. 3043 State Route 4, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Frank C. Battiste

By CFH | November 6, 2016 - 11:45 am |November 6, 2016 Obituaries

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HUDSON FALLS – Frank C. Battiste, 67, of William Street, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, November 5, 2016, at the Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on January 26, 1949, in Glens Falls, he was the son of Philip and Grace (Marrano) Battiste.

Frank was a 1967 graduate of Hudson Falls High School and continued his education at Albany Business College, graduating in 1969. In high school, Frank was active playing baseball and basketball. In his younger years, he developed a love sports. Frank continued this love throughout his life. He enjoyed horseracing and playing men’s fast pitch softball. Frank was an avid NY Yankee fan and loved spending his weekends golfing with his family and friends.

On November 6, 1982, he married Deborah Girard at St. Mary’s Church in Glens Falls. Together they shared 34 wonderful years of marriage.

Frank worked for U.S. Food Service, retiring in 2014. He also owned several local businesses and was currently the proud owner of Twin Scoops in Hudson Falls.

Frank had a way about him, he would harass you, make you laugh and want to come back for more. He was generous to people in need and donated to several organizations. He would give children in need Toys R. Us gift cards for Christmas and with all his giving, he would never let anyone know it came from him. Frank was tough on the outside and soft on the inside. He loved to travel with family and friends. Frank was extremely loyal to those near him and he believed that family and friends are where you turn to when in need.

He was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church and a member of the Italian American Club.

Frank was a wonderful, caring and supportive husband, the best father, who was very proud of his kids and would do anything for them. He was a mentor to all of his siblings. Frank was loved by many and will be missed by all.

He was predeceased by his grandparents, his infant sister, Sandra and his brothers in law, Bart Girard and James Woodell.

Frank is survived by his loving wife, Debbie Battiste of Hudson Falls; his three children, John Barbieri and his wife, Jennifer of Glens Falls and his twin daughters, Francine Battiste and her fiancé, Joe Quintal of Glens Falls and Felicia Battiste and her companion, Ethan Doak of Glens Falls; he was expecting twin grandchildren in January; his parents, Philip and Grace Battiste of Hudson Falls; his brothers and sisters, Michael Battiste of Hudson Falls, Philip (Lynda) Battiste of Saratoga Springs, Marie Battiste Smith of Hudson Falls and Joseph (Heather) Battiste of Hudson Falls; his aunts, Mary Cortese, Marie (Tony) DiFiore and Rosemarie (Ted) McKenna; his parents in law, Lee and June Girard of Queensbury; his brothers in law and sisters in law, June Woodell, Carol (Jeff) Barton, Tom (Nanette) Girard, Linda (Billy) Selfridge, Toni (Jody) Clark, Mark (Ruth) Girard, Robert (Tiffany) Girard, Michelle (Anthony) Rodriguez, Kerri (Chad) Ross, Lisa (Jeff) Hirsch and Jodi (Eric) Updike; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Monday, November 7, 2016 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. on Tuesday, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the park in Hudson Falls.

The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Operation Santa Claus, Attention: Frank Munoff, P.O. Box 707, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Robert J. Geroux, Sr.

By CFH | November 1, 2016 - 1:29 pm |November 1, 2016 Obituaries

John J. Coon

By CFH | October 31, 2016 - 2:48 pm |October 31, 2016 Obituaries

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GLENS FALLS – John J. Coon, age 73, of Glens Falls, passed away on Sunday October 30, 2016, at the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center.

Born on May 24, 1943, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late John and Dorothy (Osborn) Coon.

John was a graduate of Glens Falls High School.

He served in the US Navy from 1961 – 1966.

John was an avid New York Yankee’s Fan. He loved spending time with his grandsons. John was fun loving and always going for a laugh. He will be remembered for being a consummate prankster.

In addition to his parents, John was predeceased by his wife Joan Coon.

He is survived by his four children, Cindy Hemphil, Joe Coon, Bill Coon (Theresa Passino), and Leslie Coon; his nine grandchildren; his siblings, Carolyn Ernst and her husband, Bob, Lorraine Conklin, Pat Center, and Henriette Bailey; his former wife and friend, Rosemary Coon; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday November 3, at 9:30 a.m., at St. Mary’s Church on Warren Street in Glens Falls.

The Rite of Committal with full military honors will follow on Thursday, at 12 noon at the Gerald B. H. Solomon-Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Road, Stillwater.

Donations in John’s name may be made out the American Lung Association, 155 Washington Ave # 201, Albany, NY 12210

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

Fritz Kurt Boettcher

By CFH | October 31, 2016 - 9:10 am |October 31, 2016 Obituaries

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CONESVILLE – Fritz Kurt Boettcher, age 95, of Robinson Road, passed away on October 27, 2016, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on February 3, 1921, in Magdeburg, Germany, he was the son of the late Friedrich K. and Lucille (Rink) Boettcher.

In Magdeburg, Germany, Fritz attended trade school and became a gunsmith.

Fritz was united in marriage to Emmy Knepper on September 7, 1946, in Paderborn, Germany.

Fritz, along with his wife Emmy, arrived in the United States in 1955 residing in the Bronx. He was employed by Abercrombie and & Fitch from 1957-1976. In the 1960s they moved to Flushing Queens, where they raised their only Son, Rick Boettcher. In 1976 he began working at Griffin & Howe, where he was a Gunsmith and sales manager. After retiring from Griffin & Howe in 1986, Fritz and Emmy moved to Conesville, where he stayed until his wife passed away in 2012. Fritiz moved to Schenectady in 2012 to live with with his son, Rick and daughter-in-law, Kerry Boettcher until his passing.

Fritz loved walking his property in Conesville and relaxing on his porch enjoying his trees. He enjoyed spending time with close friends and eating good German meals at the Hideaway Hotel.

Fritiz was predeceased by his parents, and his wife, Emmy Boettcher.

He is survived by his son, Rick Boettcher, and his daughter-in-law, Kerry Boettcher.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Dennis Joseph Healey

By CFH | October 25, 2016 - 12:40 pm |October 25, 2016 Obituaries

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ARGYLE and CHARLESTON, SC – Dennis Joseph Healey, 76, of Dutchtown Rd, and formerly of Charleston, S.C., passed away peacefully, with his loving son, Sean by his side, at the Glens Falls Hospital, on Saturday, October 22, 2016.
Born on September 20, 1940, in Brooklyn, he was the son of the late John and Agnes (Cook) Healey. At the age of five, he moved from Brooklyn to this area. Dennis grew up in Gansevoort and in his younger years, worked at General Electric Company as a welder, before leaving for Kansas. In Kansas, he also was a welder for Cessna, where he built aircraft. Dennis then continued his career in aircraft assembly at Beechcraft Corp, as a welder. He moved to South Carolina, to be near family and worked for Bosch Corp, retiring after 20 years of service.
After his retirement, Dennis loved traveling to Ireland and Australia. He was an avid reader and a history buff. Dennis especially loved studying the Civil War and World War II. He enjoyed camping with his kids when they were younger and vising historical sites, such as Gettysburg. Transportation especially interested him, Dennis enjoyed learning about and visiting all modes of transportation, from planes, trains to automobiles. He especially enjoyed going flying with his son.
Food, cooking and eating were also things that he enjoyed. Dennis looked forward to going to restaurants with his family and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings, John, Toni, Nana, Dan and Edward.
He is survived by his children, Sean Healey and his wife, Jill of Argyle, Tim Healey and his wife, Theresa, Edward Healey, Colleen Healey and her husband, James; his brother, Peter Healey of Schenectady; his grandchildren, Spencer Healey, Brenna Healey, Megan Healey, Colton Holmes and Abigal Healey; his special niece, Laurie Chard of Hudson Falls and several other nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorial services will be conducted 11 a.m. on Friday, October 28th, at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
Memorial donations may be sent to the Argyle Emergency Squad, 15 Sheridan St, Argyle, NY 12809.

Thomas “Tom” Lindsey

By CFH | October 25, 2016 - 12:25 pm |October 25, 2016 Obituaries

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TOWN OF MOREAU – Thomas “Tom” Lindsey, 76, of the Town of Moreau, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, October 24, 2016.

Born on August 9, 1940, in Lake Luzerne, he was the son of the late Henry and Grace (Carlton) Lindsey.

Tom married Lois Covey on December 17, 1977 in Argyle and shared 39 wonderful years of marriage together.

He spent his career in the automobile industry, starting as a mechanic in his younger years at a Mobil station in Corinth. Tom spent most of his employment working at Airland Auto Parts for over 30 years. He loved working and had his own lawn mower business at Lamplighter Acres. While working at Airland Auto Parts, Tom enjoyed spending time outdoors, taking care of his neighbor’s lawns and snow blowing in the winter.

He liked gardening and puttering outside, around his home. Tom was fond of NASCAR, he especially liked to follow Dale Earnhart and Dale Earnhart Jr. He enjoyed vacationing with his wife to Tennessee, especially Pigeon Forge, where they loved listening to country music. Tom is remembered as a loving husband and a great dad, having a wonderful sense of humor and especially for teaching his children through his own life, about having great work ethic. Tom was a spiritual person who loved his Lord.

In addition to his parents, Tom was predeceased by his two brothers, Harold and Howard Lindsey; his three sisters, Barbara Waring, Marion Diehl, and Betty Guilder; his grandson, Gary Lindsey; and his daughter in law, Deborah Lindsey.

Survivors include, his loving wife, Lois Lindsey of Moreau; his three children, Richard Lindsey of Corinth, Donald Lindsey and his wife, Jennifer of Moreau, Donna Degener and her husband, Kurt of Porter Corners; his two step children, Kevin Elms of Fort Edward and Keith Elms, also of Fort Edward; his three grandchildren, Taran Wright, Alec Wright, and Dennis Lindsey; two brothers, Douglas Lindsey and Bernard Lindsey and his wife, Linda; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A memorial service will be held at the Kingsbury Seventh-day Adventist Church at a later date.

Funeral arrangements are being entrusted to Carleton Funeral Home, Inc.

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