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Grace M. Harrington

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HUDSON FALLS & ZEPHYRHILLS, FL. – Grace M. Harrington,85, of Hudson Falls and Zephyrhills, Florida, joined her husband Stanley, on Wednesday, April 17, 2013, after passing away at  the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on February 9, 1928, in Greenwich, she was the daughter of the late Marcus L. and Mae (O’Brien) Maranville.   

On October 16, 1946, she married Stanley Harrington, Sr. at the Kingsbury Baptist Church, where she attended services for many years.  He passed away March 4, 2012. 

Grace’s greatest enjoyment was traveling with her husband in their motor home.   She also loved listening to and singing along to Bluegrass music, riding horses and spending time with her children and grandchildren. 

Besides her husband and parents, she was predeceased by her four brothers, Lawrence Maranville, Marcus Maranville, Lester Wayne Maranville and Thomas Maranville; and her sister, Mildred Durham.

 Survivors include  her two children, Stanley Harrington, Jr. and his wife, Sandy of Glens Falls and Sharon Kelly and her husband, Joseph of Starksboro, VT; her grandchildren, Geoffrey Harrington, Jennifer Rose and her husband, Ed, Michael Paradis and his wife, Megan, Jennifer Paradis, Elizabeth Choiniere and her husband, Paul and Crystal Lanphear and her husband Brian; nine great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Friends are welcome to call from 12 noon to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. 

Funeral Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. (following the calling hours) on Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Jeffrey Palmer,  pastor of the Kingsbury Baptist Church, officiating. 

Interment will follow at Pine View Cemetery in the town of Queensbury. 

Grace’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Kingsbury Baptist Church c/o Sylvia Weaver, 329 Dean Road, Hudson Falls, NY 12839, The American Cancer Society, 959 Rte. 9, Mount Royal Plaza, Queensbury, NY 12804 or the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220. 

Condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net.

Joan M. Rivers

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RiversGLENS FALLS – Joan Clum Rivers, 78, a longtime Glens Falls resident, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at the Stanton Healthcare Facility in Queensbury.

Born on August 6, 1934, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late George and Leonora (Fitzpatrick) Clum.

She went to work for the SS Kresge Company in Glens Falls at the age of 17 and remained with them, K-Mart and Super K-Mart for nearly 50 years.  She was promoted to Resident Assistant Manager in the 60’s and had many jobs over the years.

Joan’s favorite past time was playing bingo.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 26 years, Francis Rivers and a sister Linda Clum Dufour who passed away Oct. 19, 2012.

Survivors include her son, Mark D. Rivers of Glens Falls; her twin sister Marion Kohls of Queensbury; a sister, Virginia Boisclair and her husband, Norman of South Glens Falls; her brothers Peter Clum and his wife, Linda of Gansevoort, Thomas Clum and his wife, Terri of Queensbury, David Clum and his wife, Vicki of Florida and Michael Clum and his wife Patti of Hudson Falls; and several nieces and nephews.

There are no calling hours.

A graveside service will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Saturday at Southside Cemetery in the town of Moreau.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Joan’s family would like to thank the staff of East wing and the many friends and staff from all the wings that Joan visited at the Stanton. .  Special thanks also to the Activities Department there for their thoughtfulness to Joan.

Condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.com.

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

Wilbur Karl Vaughn

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Vaughn 2Vaughn 1 HUDSON FALLS – Wilbur Karl Vaughn, 78, formerly of John Street, passed away peacefully, on Monday, April 15, 2013, at the Fort Hudson Health Care Facility in Fort Edward.

Born on January 8, 1935, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Karl and Mildred (Tyler) Vaughn.

Wilbur was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School.  He was previously married to the late Ruth S. Taylor, the mother of their children.

Wilbur worked for Sandy Hill Corporation in Hudson Falls, as a machinist, for several years.

He was proud to serve as a volunteer fireman for the Charles R. Paris Hose Company in Hudson Falls.

Wilbur enjoyed snowmobiling, hunting and fishing with his friends.  He also loved taking  summer camping trips to Maine with his family and clambakes  by the pool.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Eleanor Vaughn, his grandson, Michael Vaughn, his nephew Stewart Vaughn and his niece, Valerie Vaughn.

He is survived by his three children, James Vaughn, Michael Vaughn, both of Hudson Falls and Cathy Parry of Queensbury; his brother, Richard Vaughn and his wife, Carolyn;  his four grandchildren, Taylor Parry, Sydney Parry, Jesse Vaughn and Jennifer Vaughn; and his four nephews, Steven Vaughn, Tom Matteson, Tony Matteson and Tim Matteson.

Friends are invited to call on Thursday, April 18, 2013, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. on Friday, at the funeral home, with the Reverend Lamont Robinson, pastor of the Harrisena Community Church in Queensbury, officiating.

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

Wilbur’s family would like to give a special thank you to everyone at the Fort Hudson Health Care Facility. Wilbur was blessed to have you all in his life.

Donations in Wilbur’s name may be made to the Hudson Falls Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., 220 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net.

William “Woody” Woodard

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HUDSON FALLS- William Raymond “Woody” Woodard, 68, of Hudson Falls, passed away, with his loving family by his side, on Saturday, April 13, 2013.

Born on April 11, 1945, in Glens Falls, he was the son of late Clarence and Mildred (Eastman) Woodard.

 

William enjoyed the challenge of the puzzle book, Seek and Find.  Most of all, he loved watching his three grandchildren grow and his one year old great granddaughter, whom he loved very much.    He enjoyed having his family around all the time. William’s family meant a lot to him, it was his world.

 

He is survived by his oldest son, William Roy Woodard and his wife, Mary who was his best friend, his youngest son, Randy John Lawrence Woodard and his wife, Lori,  all of Hudson Falls; his former wife, who was a good friend, Carol McIntyre of Queensbury; his siblings, Clarence Woodard, Jr. and his wife, Mary , Luella Spears and her husband, Ernest, Joyce Abare and her husband, Richard, all of Queensbury, Donna Chadwick and her husband, Robert of Gansevoort and Lawrence Woodard of Hudson Falls; his three grandchildren, Olivia Morehouse and her companion, Colby Fuller of Hudson Falls, William H. Woodard and Paige Woodard, both of Hudson Falls, whom he greatly loved; his one year old great granddaughter, Zoey Abigail Fuller, whom he adored; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins; and his extended family, Bill and Marsha Morehouse, Billy Jo and Earl MacDuff and their kids and William Jr. and Katie Morehouse and their girls; his two special dogs, Molly and Marley, who will miss pa greatly.

 

Friends may call on Tuesday, April 16, 2013 from 5 to 7 p.m. , at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

 

Burial will be at a later date at Union Cemetery,  in the town of Fort Edward.

 

Those who wish to make a donation please make it to Friends of Washington County Hospice, 415 Lower Main St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

 

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

 

George M. Waite

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HUDSON FALLS – George M. Waite, 87, a long time resident of Ferry Street, passed away peacefully, in the hands of the Lord, on Thursday, April 11, 2013, at Pleasant Valley Nursing Facility.

Born on June 12, 1925 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Duane and Rose (Rustin) Waite.

George grew up in Glens Falls and was educated at Broad Street School.  He then joined the US Navy and served in Guam, during World War II.  While serving his country, he received the Navy Cross.    While in the service, George married Helen F. Girard in 1943.   She passed away in 1971.

After returning home, he began working at Borden Dairy, where he stayed for over 25 years.  George also was employed at Mills Recreation as a mechanic.  For over 29 years, he repaired AMF pin spotters at Pine Lanes in South Glens Falls, now known as Spare Time.

George was known as the general manager of Stewarts, where on most days, he was seen drinking coffee and greeting customers.  Throughout his life, he was a very hard worker and most of his life, George had two jobs, to support his family.   After his retirement, George loved traveling across this beautiful country.  He was an avid Red Sox fan and also enjoyed trips to the ocean.  George never missed watching his grandchildren playing softball or bowl.  The center of his life was his family.

Besides his parents and wife, he was predeceased by daughter, Georganna Waite, his brothers, Lawrence Waite and Clifford Waite and his sisters, Helen Waite and Dorothy Shaver.

Survivors include his loving children, Duane Waite and his wife, Joyce of Hudson Falls, Christopher Waite and his wife, Susan of Boston, Cathy Norton and her husband, Richard of Queensbury and Florence Smith and her husband, George of Cossayuna ; eleven grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and two great, great grandchildren; his brother, Lester Waite of Argyle; his sisters, Julia Sweet of Queensbury and Christina Lewis of South Glens Falls; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no services.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12839.

Online condolences may be made by visiting carletonfuneralhome.net.

Raymond “Ray” LaPoint

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QUEENSBURY – Raymond “Ray” LaPoint, 82, a longtime Glens Falls Resident, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2013, at the Adirondack Tri-County Nursing Home in North Creek.

Born on January 3, 1931, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Clifford and Vivian (Rozelle) LaPoint.

Ray was a graduate of Glens Falls High School.  Following high school, he served in the US Marine Corps.

In 1955, Ray married Elizabeth McDonnell.  She passed away on February 9, 2011, after 56 years of marriage.

For many years, Ray worked for Allied Moving and Storage, where he was a member of the Teamsters .  He also worked for Sippy’s Bar and Sandy’s Clam Bar.  After his retirement, he owned and operated LaPoint’s Grocery in Glens Falls, for several years

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his son, Randy LaPoint and his brother, Roger LaPoint.

He is survived by his sons, Michael LaPoint and his wife, Cindy of Wilton and David LaPoint and his wife, Denise of Riverview, Florida; several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Friend may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be private.

Ray will be laid to rest at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater, with full military honors.

Condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfunerahome.net.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., PO Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Margaret Hunter

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HunterGLENS FALLS – Margaret Fischer Hunter, 77, of Glens Falls, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on September 12, 1935, in Wigan, England, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Beatrice Walsh.

Her husband, Joseph Fischer, passed away in November of 1993.

Margaret worked for CWI in Queensbury for many years.

She loved to spend time with her grandchildren and enjoyed shopping and traveling.

In addition to her parents and husband, she is predeceased by a step-son, Stephen Fischer, a granddaughter, Janelle Fischer and two brothers, Thomas Hunter and Jack Hunter.

Her survivors include one daughter, Elaine Campbell and her husband, Robert of Glens Falls; her granddaughters, Amelia Campbell, Delilah Campbell, Jadeyn Campbell, Cheyenne Campbell, KaSandra Kamburelis and her husband, Kristofer and Stephanie Fischer and her fiancé, Jay Rescott; her great-grandchildren, Lucas and Riley; two sisters, Jean Jones of England and May Atherton and her husband, Arthur of England; her daughter in law, Kay Fischer of Glens Falls;  and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

All services are private

Margaret’s family suggests that memorial donations in her memory be made to The American Diabetes’s Association, 2 Pine West Plaza, Washington Avenue Extension, Suite 204, Albany, NY 12205, or the American Lung Association, 418 Broadway 1st Floor, Albany, NY, 12207.

Condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net.

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

 

Ralph N. Whiting

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Whiting 1HUDSON FALLS – Ralph N. Whiting, 74, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2013.

Born on January 26, 1939, in Hudson Falls, he was the son of the late Frank and Grace (LeValley) Whiting.

Ralph worked for over thirty years at Decora, formerly located in Fort Edward.

He was a communicant of St. Alphonsus Church, formerly in Glens Falls, where he was active in the Diocesan Development Program.

Ralph enjoyed camping, hunting and fishing with his children and grandchildren.  His greatest joy was the time spent with his family.

In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by a great grandchild, Aiden Ryan Perry, his brothers, Frank, Richard, George and Douglas Whiting and a sister, Dorothy Whiting Rowe.

Survivors include his wife Patricia; two sons, Jeff Whiting and his wife, Kathy of Hudson Falls and Christopher Whiting and his wife, Tammy of Hudson Falls; his daughters, Rose Whiting Wells and her husband, Sam of Hudson Falls, Theresa Whiting of Hudson Falls, Stephanie Pidgeon and her husband, Matthew of South Glens Falls and Elizabeth Cenate and her husband, Joe of Hudson Falls; 26 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; a sister, Harriet (Whiting) Nichols of Queensbury; two brothers, Raymond Whiting and his wife, Margaret of Queensbury and Robert Whiting and his wife, Beverly of South Carolina; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

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

A Funeral Service will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home.

The Rite of Committal will take place in St. Alphonsus Cemetery, later in the spring.

Ralph’s family suggests that memorial donations in his memory be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 3049, Syracuse, New York 13220.

Condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net.

George R. Case

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Case 1CaseHUDSON FALLS – George R. “Rockhead”  Case, 76, of Martindale Avenue, Hudson Falls passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 2, 2013.

Born on May 4, 1936, in Granville, he was the son of the late George E. and Margaret (Roberts) Case.

He served with the United States Army from 1958 to 1962, serving most of his time in Germany.

George received a Degree in Engineering from Hudson Valley Community College in the first year the college offered an engineering program.

In 1970, he began his career at Sandy Hill Iron and Brass in Hudson Falls as a mechanic.  He was promoted to General Manager of the Maintenance Department in 1975 and retired in 1993.

George loved the outdoors, fishing, nature, the Adirondack Mountains reading, listening to his tunes and tinkering in his garage. He was a selfless, great provider to his family who remember him as a great story teller, some true, some not so true.

In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by three sisters, Sharon M. Case, Shirley Woods and Geraldine Zellars.

He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Shirley M. Case of Hudson Falls; his children, Lori Kelly of Sturbridge, MA, Lisa Sellers (Patrick Stallings) of Macclenny, FL, Scott George Case and his wife, Meiki of Fort Edward and Amy Chadek and her husband, Charles of Ocala, FL; two granddaughters, Amber Kelly of North Grafton, MA and Chloe’ Sellers of Macclenny, FL; a brother, John Case of Fort Edward; a sister, Louise Rizzo and her husband, Sal of Granville; his first wife, Elaine Tinsley and her husband, Dick of Ocala, FL; his wife Shirley’s children, Timothy Ames of Glens Falls, Theodore Ames of Queensbury, Theresa Backus, her husband Steve and her son Kelly of Queensbury and Jason Mattison and his wife Tracy and their children, Jacob, Bradley, Tyler and Emily, all of Wasilla, Alaska; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Funeral services and interment are private.

George’s family suggests memorial donations be made to the Sandy Hill Foundation, P.O. Box 607, Williston, VT  05495.

Condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net.

Paul E. Lindsey

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Lindsey, PaulHUDSON FALLS – Paul E. Lindsey, 80, a longtime resident of Seventh Street, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital.  

Born on February 4, 1933, in Ticonderoga, he was the son of the late Paul B. and Alice (Hurlburt) Lindsey.

Paul was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School.

On October 31, 1953, he married Estelle Lemery at St. Mary’s Church in Glens Falls. She passed away on November 28, 2012.

Paul served with the National Guard for several years.  He worked as a draftsman for General Electric and then was responsible for Quality Assurance for Kamyr and Neles-Jamesbury in Glens Falls.

Paul was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls and was a longtime member of the Monsignor Arthur S. Kiffin Council 296  Knights of Columbus in Hudson Falls.  Paul was also an avid bowler. He served as secretary in several area bowling leagues and he taught youths bowling on Saturdays.  He was also an avid golfer.  Paul’s love of aviation started when his National Guard days motivated him to build many detailed scale model airplanes.  Several years ago, Paul returned to the skies, by earning his pilot’s license. 

In addition to his parents and wife, he is predeceased by his two sisters, Doris Donaldson and Mary Jane Rivett and his brother, Charles Donaldson.

Paul is survived by his sons, Paul E. Lindsey, Jr. and his wife Kathy of Chittenango, Peter J. Lindsey and his significant other, Peggy Mattison of Hudson Falls and Phillip A. Lindsey and his wife, Shelly of South Glens Falls; his grandchildren, Daniel Lindsey and his wife Katie, MA2  Carson Lindsey, USN, Paul B. Lindsey, William Lindsey, Brittany Lindsey and her significant other Shane Maynard and Sarah Lindsey, Nicholas Lindsey, two great-grandchildren, Payton and Hailey;  and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Friday, April 5, 2013, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc, 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. 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 St. Mary’s Cemetery in South Glens Falls.

Paul’s family suggests memorial donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association,  Northeastern New York Chapter,4 Pine West Plaza, Suite 405, Albany, New York 12205.

Condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net

Marvin C. Hall

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HallGLENS FALLS – Marvin C. Hall, 89, of Fifth Street, passed away, on Monday, April 1, 2013, at the Stanton Healthcare Facility in the town of Queensbury.

Born on October 30, 1923, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Clarence and Rita (Crippen) Hall.

Marvin was a 1941 graduate of Glens Falls High School.

From June of 1942 through November of 1945, he served with the United States Army, during World War II.

On February 5, 1953, he married Ruth E. Duell in Connecticut.

Marvin worked for 38 years for Niagara Mohawk, now known as National Grid where he was a chief maintenance mechanic.  After retirement he was a member of their 25 year club.

He was a member of Christ Church United Methodist in Glens Falls and enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, bowling, gardening and bird watching.

In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by a sister, Wilma “Billyann” Granger.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ruth E. (Duell) Hall of Glens Falls; four children, William Hall and his wife, Sharon of Glens Falls, Sharon Hogue and her husband, Michael of Ellicott City, MD, Valerie Healt and her husband, David of Queensbury and Terry Bell and her husband, Thomas of Queensbury; five grandchildren, Kimberley Somelofske, Debbie Hall, William Hall, Amy Towers and Michael Hall; five great grandchildren, Brittany Ann Somelofske, Alex Hall, Billy Hall, Nolan Towers and Jason Hall; one sister, Vera Lacko of Glens Falls;  several  aunts, nieces and nephews.

There are no calling hours scheduled.

Interment with military honors will take place at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 5, 2013, at the Gerald B.H. Solomon, Saratoga National Cemetery on Duell Rd in the town of Stillwater.

Memorial Services will follow the Interment at 12:30 on Friday, at Christ Church United Methodist on 54 Bay Street in Glens Falls with the Rev. Philip Richards, pastor, officiating.  A luncheon will follow the memorial services at the church.

Marvin’s family would like to thank the staff and nurses at the Stanton Nursing Home, South Wing, for the all excellent care given to Marvin.

Memorial donations in his memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 50 Colvin Ave., Albany, NY 12205, the American Cancer Society, 959 State Rte 9, Mount Royal Plaza, Queensbury, NY 12804 or Christ Church United Methodist, 54 Bay St., Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Online condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.com.

 

Beverley M. Macey

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MaceyHUDSON FALLS – Beverley M. Macey, 97, of Catherine Street, passed away at the Fort Hudson Health Care Facility on Saturday, March 30, 2013.

 Born on May 15, 1915 in Hudson Falls, she was the daughter of the late Vernon and Hazel (Hagadorn) Rivers.  

She attended Hudson Falls High School and graduated from the Austin Beauty School in Albany.

On November 28, 1936, Beverley married Robert F. Macey at the former St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.   He passed away on May 31, 1995.

After beauty school, Beverley ran a beauty shop at the former Carleton Hotel in Hudson Falls.

She was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.  She was also a member of American Association of Retired People and the 60 Plus Senior Citizens of Hudson Falls & Fort Edward and the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Glens Falls Lodge #81.

 Besides her parents and husband, Beverley was predeceased by her stepfather, Clifford Mayotte, Sr. , two sisters, Rilla Ruddy and Marjorie O’Leary and a brother, Roland Mayotte.

Survivors include her son, Robert F. Macey, Jr. and his wife, Joan, of Queensbury; three grandchildren, Patrick Macey and his wife, Kristy, of Queensbury, Michele Leonka and her husband, Christopher, of Queensbury, and Nancy Kearney and her husband, James, of South Glens Falls;her  great grandchildren, Brendan Leonka, Brittany Leonka, Jared Macey and Derek Macey, Aidan Kearney and Kelan Kearney; three brothers, Clifford Mayotte, Jr. and his wife, Barbara, of California, Paul Mayotte and his wife, Barbara, of CT and John Peter Mayotte and his wife, Amelia, of FL;one sister  Linda Mayotte of Hudson Falls; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There are no calling hours scheduled..

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls, with the Reverend Thomas Babiuch, pastor, officiating.

The Rite of Committal  will take place later at St. Paul’s Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Bev’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY  12828.

They also would like to thank the staff at the Fort Hudson Healthcare Facility for their kindness and care during Bev’s stay there.

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

Margaret Mary Brodeur

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GLENS FALLS – Margaret Mary Brodeur, 94, of Glens Falls, went into the arms of the Lord on Saturday, March 30, 2013, at the Pines in Glens Falls.

Margaret was born on June 16, 1918, in Cooperstown, the daughter of the late Wilfred L. and Rose (Lynch) Brodeur.

She attended Sanford Street School from 1922 to 1932 and St. Mary’s Academy from 1933 to 1934.  Margaret then transferred to Glens Falls High School from 1935 to 1936.  She graduated from Marymount College in 1940, with a Bachelor’s degree in Economic Studies.

Margaret was employed by George R. Coreghlan, Jr., Esq. and Ryan Yavonditte & McCall, Esqs, as a legal secretary.   She was also a secretary to Commissioner Edward R. Dickenson, Jr., in the New York State Department of Commerce from 1953 through 1954.  From 1955 to 1980, Margaret was a Research Economist.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by three sisters, Anne Webster, Kathleen Brodeur and Martha Bombard.

Survivors include her sister, Lucille DelSignore of Queensbury; and eleven nieces and nephews.

There are no calling hours scheduled.

A Funeral Mass for both Margaret and her sister, Kathleen “Kay” Brodeur  will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Tuesday at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, on the park, in Hudson Falls.

The Rite of Committal for both Margaret and Kay will take place later in the spring at St. Alphonsus Cemetery in the town of Queensbury.

Margaret’s family suggests that memorial donations in her memory be made to High Peaks Hospice and Palliative Care, 79 Glenwood Avenue, 2nd Floor, Queensbury, NY 12804

To leave a condolence or memory of Margaret, please visit www.carletonfuneralhome.net.

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