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HUDSON FALLS – Frances Sally Prevost, 79, of Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully Saturday afternoon, August 12, 2023 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. She left this earthly life surrounded by her loving children and the people that she loved the most.

Born on February 25, 1944 in Glens Falls, she was a life-long area resident and daughter of the late Salvatore and Mary (Girard) D’Angelo.

Frances’ family was her life and she enjoyed every minute spent with them. She also had a love of animals, especially her dogs.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by five of her sisters, Anna, Mary, Dorothy, Barbara, and Joan.

She is survived by her children, Lisa Hart (Chuck) of Hudson Falls, Monica Flood (Jim) of Niskayuna, Kelly Belden (Mark) of Queensbury, James Hart (Robyn) of Queensbury, and Philp Hart (Krissy) of Hudson Falls; her grandchildren, Andrew, Jordan, De, Kye, Ryan, AJ, Derek, Tyler, Olivia, and Ava; eight great-grandchildren; a brother, Philip D’Angelo (Anne Marie); sister, Linda Lucci (Earl); her beloved fur babies; and many nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Friday, August 18, 2023 at St. Mary’s Church, 62 Warren Street in Glens Falls. Rite of committal will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in South Glens Falls.

Memorial donations may be made in her name to the ASPCA, 588 Queensbury Avenue, Queensbury, NY 12804 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

GANSEVOORT – Douglas W. Tyner, Sr., 75 of Gansevoort, passed away Friday morning, August 11, 2023 at Glens Falls Hospital after battling many health issues over the last several years.

Born on September 27, 1947 in Tyler, Texas, he was the son of the late Deward William and Anna Elizabeth (Stickland) Tyner. After high school, Doug joined the United States Navy, serving his country aboard the USS Bennington from 1964 to 1968 during the Vietnam War.

On June 4, 1993, Doug married the former Priscilla Gates in Fort Edward and the two of them have enjoyed many wonderful years together. He worked for the New York State Department of Corrections and was stationed at several prisons in the state, retiring as a Lieutenant in 2008. Doug was a talented handyman and wood worker and enjoyed spending time in the outdoors, fishing and hunting.

In addition to his parents, Doug is predeceased by his brothers in law, Butchie, Eddie, and Jimmy Gates.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Priscilla H. Tyner of Gansevoort; his children, Douglas W. Tyner, Jr. of Californina, Leanne Riley (Erwin) of Queensbury, Bethany Tyner of Greenwich, and Nicole Hermance of Wilton; his grandchildren, Hailey, Brayden, Urijah, Addison and Nathan; two sisters, Patsy Tyner and Carrie Tyner both of Texas; his favorite fishing buddy, Jeff Hermance; two brothers in law, Myron Gates (Robyn), and Ronnie Gates; and several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 am Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at the funeral home. Burial with military honors will follow at the Glens Falls Cemetery on Bay Street in Glens Falls.

Memorial donations may be made in his name to the You Are Not Alone program at VFW Post 6196, 32 Luzerne Road, Queensbury, NY 12804.

HUDSON FALLS – Wayne “Peter” West, died unexpectedly on Monday, July 31, 2023, at his home in Davenport, Florida.

He was born on July 21, 1954, at the Glens Falls Hospital and he resided with his family for many years in Hudson Falls.

The family moved to Glen Lake, where Peter graduated from Lake George High School.

Peter Began working at G.A. West & Co.  Many might remember his friendly, outgoing personality during his many years there.  Using his mechanical skills, Pete ran the Stihl Department at Wests’ and eventually went to work for the Stihl Corp in Connecticut.  Peter Joined the Bay-Ridge Fire Department, where he volunteered for several years.

Pete moved to Lake George, taking in “Lady” a mixed breed dog and rescuing several cats. 

In 2019, he moved to Florida with his animals, where he enjoyed the warm weather and meeting new friends.

Pete was predeceased by his father, Hubert W. West and Mother Geraldine (Jones) West.

He is survived by his brothers, Hubert West (Joan) of Lake George and Gary West (Judy) of Queensbury; he is also survived by several nieces and nephews, Matthew (Daniela) of Germany, Mark of Tucson, Arizona, Victoria (Jeremy Latson) of Adams, Mass, Daniel (Lisa) of Hudson Falls, Aaron (Laura) of Queensbury and Wendy (Randy) Ovitt of Lake George.

Calling hours will be from 11 am to 1 pm on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to HOPE Animal Rescue, Wilton Mall @ Saratoga, 30365 Route 50, D-1, Box 68, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. https://hopeanimalrescue.org/donate/

FORT ANN – Jeffrey Nathan Tucker, 30, of West Road, died Thursday, August 10, 2023 as the result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Born on January 3, 1993 in Glens Falls, he was the son of Jeffrey L. Tucker and Susan M. (Stevenson) Bennefield.

Jeff was a 2011 graduate of Fort Ann High School. He learned and worked in many different trades including steel fabrication, carpentry, and mechanics, but his passion was trucks, big rigs, and motorcycles. Jeff’s dog, Buster, loved to ride on the back of his motorcycle in a milk crate when he was a puppy and did so until he was too big for it.

He loved spending time outdoors, hunting, fishing, and camping when he could. But Jeff was much more than that. He loved to give of himself, helping others when they needed it and asking little in return.

He is predeceased by two of his cousins, Michael J. Sherman, II and Kelly J. Bowman; and his grandmother, Lorraine H. Gordon, who will be at Jeffrey’s side in Heaven.

He is survived by his parents, Jeff Tucker and Susan Bennefield; his sister, Tonya N. Tucker; his grandparents, Raymond and Carol Stevenson; four nephews, and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Friends may call from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Family and friends are invited to gather at the American Legion Post 574, 72 Pearl Street in Hudson Falls immediately following the calling hours to celebrate Jeff’s life.

FORT EDWARD – Mary Sullivan Meade, 86, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, August 11, 2023 at Saratoga Hospital. Born on October 4, 1936 in Glens Falls, she was a life-long area resident and daughter of the late John D. and Mary V. (Monahan) Sullivan.

After graduating from high school, Mary attended Becker Junior College in Worchester, Massachusetts where she studied Journalism. She worked for many years for the Village of Hudson Falls, retiring in 1990 as a court clerk and the secretary to Rudy Stautner, who was the chief of police at that time.

Mary enjoyed traveling to visit her brother Jack in California and liked to go on cruises and countless other adventures with friends. She loved to read and was always available to help someone in need.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her nephew, Michael “Mickey” Sullivan.

Mary is survived by her children, Chris Mitchell (Lisa), Pat Mitchell (Wendy), Kelly Imrie (Stephen), and Stacey Fusco (Ted); her brother, John “Jack” Sullivan; her grandchildren, Brandon Mitchell, Travis Enders, Nicholas Fusco and Alden Mayotte (Jae); her great grandson Emryn; many nieces and nephews including Thomas and Sean Sullivan; and her dearest friends, Barry and Linda, Charlotte, Gina and Bob, Joan, and Scott and Kim.

Friends are invited to call from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc, 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. A private graveside ceremony will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery in South Glens Falls at the convenience of the family.

The family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to Dr. Beagle, the staff and nurses at Saratoga Hospital, as well as everyone at the Community Hospice of Saratoga for all of the strength and support provided to Mary and her family throughout this difficult time.

Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

HUDSON FALLS – J. Eileen “Bubbles” Wildey Munger left this earth to join our Father in Heaven to laugh sing and dance on Thursday afternoon, August 10, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family.

She was a life-long resident of Hudson Falls and daughter of the late Herbert F. Wildey and Evelyn (Holden) Wildey-Mallie.

Bubbles worked for several years at General Electric in Fort Edward. She loved to crochet, play bingo and go to the casino as well as playing lottery scratch off games. Bubbles also enjoyed making candy and was blessed to have her children take care of her in her later years so she could remain in her home.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband of 27 years, Eugene John “Jack” Munger, Sr., who died September 16, 1977. Bubbles was also predeceased by her sisters, Marion Rourke and Dorothy “Pee Wee” Tanner as well as their husbands; her brothers, Joseph and Herbert Wildey and their wives as well; and her step-father, Roswell “Sham” Maille; and son in law, Ralph Russell.

She is survived by her children, Barbara Munger Russell of Argyle, Eugene John Munger and his wife, Patricia of Gansevoort, Debora Crossman and her husband, Danny of Hudson Falls, David Munger and his wife, Christine of Glens Falls, and Nancy Sweet and her husband, Kevin of Hudson Falls; Thirteen grandchildren; twenty four great grandchildren with one expected in November; and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Friends may call on Thursday, August 17, 2023 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc, 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. A graveside service will follow at 12:30 pm at the Gansevoort Cemetery.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Fort Hudson Nursing Home, especially Phyllis, Washington County Office of the Aging, High Peaks Hospice, and Homeward Bound for all of the care extended to Bubbles and her family.

Memorial donations may be made in her name to High Peaks Hospice, 1247 Dix Avenue, Hudson Falls, NY 12839

FORT ANN – Edward H. Sharrow, Sr., 82, of Fort Ann, passed away from brain cancer

on Tuesday, August 8, 2023.  Just like he dealt with all experiences in life Ed managed his illness with strength and he wanted to spend as much time with his loved ones as possible. In his final days he was surrounded by his family who he cherished more than anything else in the world.

Born June 4, 1941, in Fort Edward, he was the youngest of two sons of the late William and Joyce (Woodward) Sharrow, Sr., raised during his formative years by his stepmother, Helen Sharrow.

Ed was a graduate of Fort Ann Central School, class of 1959, where he met his future wife Betty (Shaw).  After high school, he enlisted and served in the United States Army from 1959 to 1962 in the 7th Infantry Division.  On June 24, 1961, Ed married Elizabeth (Betty) Shaw in Fort Ann.  They recently celebrated their 62^nd wedding anniversary.  Later Ed obtained his Associate Degree in Criminal Justice from ACC.

Ed worked for many years at the Dept. of Transportation, Division of Canals in Fort Edward.  As a younger man he played defense with the Green Jackets.  Ed was an avid Boston Red Sox Fan and a true Yankee hater. 

Throughout his life he was very active in his community.  Some of his accomplishments included coaching the Fort Ann Little League Red Sox Team and was a co-founder of the Upstate Regional Critical Incident Stress Debriefing Network (CISD) with his late son in law, William Meehan.  He was a member of the Fort Ann Volunteer Fire Dept., where he held just about every position, except treasurer, for the past 65 years.  Ed was a member of the Washington County Haz Mat team and he volunteered for The Good Grief Experience at Camp Good Grief in Saranac Lake for several years. He was a member of the Minerva Volunteer Fire Dept., including Chief.  He was a Trustee for the Fort Ann Village Board, a member of the Fort Ann American Legion Post #703 and a Life Member of the Fort Ann Rescue Squad where he became an EMT and held the position of Captain for several years.  In his later years he was a member of the Washington County Fire Police.

Ed was an avid hunter.  He was a 68 Year member of the 3 Ponds Hunting Club in Minerva.  Some of his fondest memories were of his times at camp: hunting (or not) with his buddies, his sons and sons in laws, sliding weekends with our midnight runs, Cowabunga rituals, and bush-whacking.

Our “wise old owl” will be greatly missed.  The younger generations will never know what it’s like to snipe hunt, to be hypnotized, be subjected to his “5 minute jobs”, swim in the Boreas, or camp at Huntley Pond “the Fort Ann Leech Beach” – with you.

Besides his parents, Ed was predeceased by his sister Margaret “Sookie” Hogan of Hudson Falls, his brother Ron Sharrow of Glens Falls, son in law William F Meehan and sister in law Donna Sharrow.

Survivors include his wife and best friend Betty Sharrow; his children, Jeanne Meehan (Rich Morin) of Dunlap, TN, Edward H Sharrow, Jr (Jennifer) of Hudson Falls, Charles W Sharrow (Sheila) of Fort Ann, and Suzanne Green (Robert) of Fort Ann.

“Poppy” especially loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.  His grandchildren:  Deanna Canfield (Eric Fitzgerald), Curtis Ray (Neomi), Brian Meehan (Danielle), Kelly Meehan, Christopher Sharrow (Erin), Kara Beth LeBoeuf (Nick), Courtney Toy (Sam), Carrie Lashinsky (Bill), Kenneth Green (Holly), Sarah Merrigan (Jeff).

His great grandchildren: Brianna Bender (Robert), Isabella, Skyler Ray (Stephanie), Hunter, Meadow, Mason, Lilliana, Victoria, Veronica, Elena, Loren, Kayden, Emerson, Kaylee, Hailey, Savannah, Kayla, Jacob, Taylor, Addison, Emily, Harper.

His brothers Daniel Van Wie (Wickie) of South Glens Falls, William Sharrow, Jr of Comstock and Timothy Sharrow (Keri) of Englewood, Florida, along with many nieces and nephews.

Ed made friends wherever he was and his warm smile, devilish grin, quick wit and great sense of humor will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and community.  He will be forever remembered to have lived a life of family, friends and service to others.

A special thank you to: Elieen Spinelli of Evergreen Medical; Dr. Christopher Hoy, Jane Diamond; Christine Nichols of DCI, the Fort Ann Volunteer Fire Dept (with an extra special mention to Chief Jon Lashinsy and President Andrew Call). We couldn’t have done this without you.

Friends may call Thursday, August 17, 2023, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., in Hudson Falls.

A fireman’s funeral service will be conducted Friday, August 18, 2023, 11 a.m., at the funeral home.  Following the burial, all are welcome to a reception at the Fort Ann Fire House.

Memorial donations in memory of Ed may be made to Fort Ann Vol Fire Dept., 11289 NY-149, Fort Ann, NY 12827 or the Fort Ann Rescue Squad, 11287 NY-149, Fort Ann, NY 12827.

HUDSON FALLS – Tania L. Woodward, 33, a longtime resident of Hudson Falls, and most recently of Southwick, MA, passed away unexpectedly at Glens Falls Hospital on August 8, 2023, following a short illness.

Born October 7, 1989, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of David and Lynn Woodward.

Tania was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School. After graduation, she attended classes at Adirondack Community College.

She spent the last 15 years in the medical billing profession.

Tania loved crafting and using her Cricut, sharing her creations with her family and friends.  Tania enjoyed gardening and took pride in growing fruits and vegetables. She was a great mom, loving daughter and fiancé, who will be greatly missed. Tania will be remembered for always being there for her loved ones, no matter day or night.

Tania is predeceased by her paternal grandparents, Lois and David Woodward; her maternal grandmother, Beatrice Barker; and her great uncle, William Barker.

She is survived by her greatest joy, her son, Matthew Woodward; her parents, David and Lynn Woodward; her fiancé, Shawn Duclos of Southwick, MA; her uncle, Mike and his wife Laurie Woodward; and her cousin, Ryan Woodward. Tania is also survived by several close family members, friends and her beloved dogs, Lucy and Buster.

Friends may call on Friday, August 11, 2023, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., in Hudson Falls.

A Funeral Service will be conducted 11 a.m., on Saturday, August 12, 2023, at the funeral home.

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

Memorial donations in memory of Tania may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, in her son, Matthew’s name, to JDRF, 200 Vesey Street, 28^th Floor, New York, NY 10281

HUDSON FALLS – Connie Sellingham, 73, a long-time resident of Earl Towers passed away at Albany Medical Center on Friday, August 4, 2023, surrounded by her loving family, after a yearlong battle with lung cancer.

Born March 21, 1950, in Glens Falls, Connie was the daughter of the late John and Dorothy (Perry) Taylor.

She was a proud, lifelong resident of Hudson Falls.

Connie married the love of her life, Thomas Sellingham, on April 9, 1994, in Hudson Falls. They were together 22 years before his passing on March 18, 2016.

She was an active member and employee of the Hudson Falls American Legion Post #574. Connie spent many years as their bartender and always enjoyed the time she spent there.

Connie enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Family dinners, family events, and card games with the ladies, especially with her special friend, Mary Edgerly, were some of Connie’s favorite moments. Connie never missed an episode of General Hospital. Connie loved taking car rides, looking for deer and keeping track of how many she would see. She also had an eagle eye when it came to spotting a license plate from another state.

In addition to her parents and husband, Connie is predeceased by her sister Dorriena LaMere.

Connie is survived by her daughter, Tammy LaPlant of Queensbury, her sons, James LaPlant, Matthew (Clara) LaPlant of South Glens Falls; her stepchildren; her sister, Ann Taylor of Hudson Falls; her grandchildren, Eric (Brianna), Allen, Tori “Lizzie” (Eric), Tyler, Travis, Desi (Josh), Matt, Haley, Aubrey, and Sharae; her great-grandchildren, Cole, Quentin, Ava, Elizabeth, Aerial, Peyton, Jaimison, and Dawson. Connie is also survived by her special nieces, Johna, Taylor, Riley, and Sheri; her special nephews Jay and Bret; and many other nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A Celebration of Connie’s life will take place at the American Legion Post #574 at 12 p.m., on Saturday, August 26, 2023.

Memorial donations in Connie’s name may be made to the American Legion Post #574, 72 Pearl St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

HUDSON FALLS – On Saturday August 5, 2023, just 26 days shy of her 83rd birthday, Nancylee Scarincio of Hudson Falls passed away peacefully with her children and daughter-in-law by her side.

Born Nancy Lee Monroe, in Glens Falls, in the year 1940, to Daniel and Gwendolyn Monroe, Nancy spent the totality of her schooling years in Hudson Falls. She was humbly grateful to have been voted in as prom queen by her classmates in the class of 1958 and recalled that happily throughout her years. Nancy moved to the Ithaca area after her first marriage where she began raising her two daughters before moving back to Hudson Falls in 1974. She then had her son David in 1975. Nancy spent many years working at the motor vehicle registry in Fort Edward where she was known for her wit and no-nonsense approach to getting the job done, which made her a customer favorite.

Nancylee was an avid reader, a book a day for many years, and loved a great war movie. She loved ice cream, a good joke, knitting sweaters for the children and beachcombing for shells. Nancylee spent many years full of adventures, traveling with her second husband and love of her life Walter Scarinicio, who passed away in 2014. From Aruba, to Portugal, to every island they could find, they enjoyed the world and beaches together, and the jars of shells to prove it.

Nancylee is survived by her brother Daniel and his wife Joanna; her brother Terry and his wife JoAnn and their beautiful daughter Alysia; her fantastic and beautiful daughter Melissa Tefft and her husband Robert, grandchildren Mackenzie and Alexandra, and great grandchildren, Parker and Delilah; her wonderful and beautiful daughter Denise Montena and her husband Tom, granddaughters Sara and Amy, and great grandchildren, Tate and Nova; and her notably intrepid son, David Snyder and his wife Angela, and grandsons, Brody, Dylan and Bennett.

Per Nancy’s wishes, there will not be a public service.

FORT EDWARD – Linda J. Kennedy, 78, a long-time resident of Hudson Falls, passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023, at Fort Hudson Health Care Facility, with her daughter by her side.

Born on May 16, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Jean (Harrington) Mastrangelo.

Linda graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in 1963 and the College of New Rochelle in 1967. She taught third grade at Dix Avenue Elementary School and later, the Primary School, in Hudson Falls for 35 years before retiring in 2004.

On June 1, 1968, she married Edward H. Kennedy, and they were happily married for 45 years, until Ed’s death in 2013.

Linda cared deeply for her family, friends, and neighbors and her kindness and generosity were peerless. She always had a smile and never spoke a harsh word. If anyone was ailing or facing hard times, Linda was there with a helping hand or a tin of cookies. Linda made the best pies, gave the best gifts, and was an exceptional mother, aunt, and grandmother. She loved Christmas and for more than 30 years she hosted a Christmas party for her extended family that was a highlight of the season.

After her retirement from teaching, Linda filled her days with gardening, sewing, reading mystery novels, and volunteering. She gave back to her community in countless ways over the years, including by serving as a long-time member of the Church of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Parish Guild, a volunteer gardener at the Hyde Collection, and a member of the Hudson Falls Free Library Board of Trustees. Linda had many dear friends and enjoyed regular lunches and trips with “the girls.” She loved to travel, especially to visit her daughter in California. In earlier years, she made many happy camping trips to Assateague Island in Maryland with her husband and daughter.

Besides her parents and husband, Linda was predeceased by her infant son Patrick, brothers Peter Mastrangelo, David Mastrangelo, and Edward Mastrangelo, sisters-in-law Helen Gehan and Katharina Mastrangelo, and brothers-in-law Stanley Anderson and Victor (“Mike”) Scripture.

Linda is survived by her daughter Colleen Kennedy, son-in-law John Mounier, grandchildren Charles and Evie Mounier, sister Martha Scripture, sister-in-law Mary Starr Settelmayer, and many nieces and nephews.

Thank you to the dedicated nurses and staff at Fort Hudson who gave wonderful care to Linda in her final years.

Friends may call from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at the Carleton Funeral Home, 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, following the calling hours, at the Church of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s in Hudson Falls in Hudson Falls.

The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in South Glens Falls.