GLENS FALLS – Allen “Digger” O’Dell, Jr., 83, passed away April 21, 2022, at Granville Center in Granville.
A graveside service with full military honors will be conducted Thursday, April 28, 2022, 1 p.m., at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville.
HUDSON FALLS – Delilah Chesterman, 71, passed away peacefully at Haynes House of Hope in Granville on Tuesday, April 19, 2022.
Born April 22, 1950, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Sterling and Virginia (Jakway) Harrington.
Delilah was a 1968 graduate of Hudson Falls High School.
On November 5, 1977, she married Robert Chesterman. They enjoyed 40 years of marriage together before his passing in June of 2017.
Delilah worked at Glens Falls and Continental Insurance Co. from 1968 to 1976. She spent her time volunteering for Catholic Charities for 13 years. She and her husband, Robert, were named volunteers of the year in 2007 and attended a dinner hosted by Bishop Howard Hubbard.
She was a long-time communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls where she volunteered, was a cantor and a chair member.
Delilah enjoyed music, playing the piano, auto-harp and harp. She also enjoyed restoring antiques and sewing. Along side her husband, they traveled to 49 states, all the major National Parks throughout the United States, Mexico, Canada, Italy and a 25th Anniversary Cruise.
Besides her parents and husband, Delilah was predeceased by her 3-year-old son, Shawn and her stepdaughter, Connie Newell.
Survivors include her brother, Daniel Harrington and his wife, Eve; her sisters, Rebecca Habshi, Jill Welch and her husband, Kevin; her granddaughter, Shauna Newell; her two nieces, Erin Flewelling and her husband, Jake and Elizabeth Backus and her husband, Tyler, as well as several great nephews.
Friends may call Tuesday, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., in Hudson Falls.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 11 a.m., at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.
Rite of Committal will follow the funeral mass, at Moss St. Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Delilah may be made to St. Mary’s/ St. Paul’s Church, 11 Wall St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.
HUDSON FALLS – Deborah “Chicky” Carol (Allen) Perkins of Hudson Falls was surrounded by her family as she succumbed to a short fight with pancreatic cancer on April 15, 2022. She was 67.
Debbie was born December 2, 1954 at Glens Falls Hospital to the late Raymond Allen and Henrietta (TerSla) Allen Morris. She was raised in Hudson Falls, with her five siblings: “Dinny” (Henry) Allen, William “Billy” Allen, Donald Allen, Judy Mackey, and Janet Allen.
She was the most amazing and devoted spouse to David Jon Perkins of Greenwich, NY who she wed on December 9, 1972 in a beautiful ceremony at the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church. Debbie retired as a mortgage broker from Beneficial Finance in Glens Falls. Dave is a retired teacher from the Hudson Falls Public School District. Together they raised their daughters, Jennifer (Julian Sciolla) Perkins and Valerie (Justin) Chapman, who kept their lives busy and full with activities, sports, and musicals. As a family they enjoyed snowmobiling and are active members of the Barnstormers Snowmobile Club and the New York State Snowmobile Association (NYSSA).
She was active in Order of the Eastern Star Triangle Fides Chapter 24 based in Glens Falls. She was a Beloved Queen in 1970, and she remained an advisor to the chapter for several years after.
Debbie and Dave are both active members of the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church. Not only were they married there, but their daughters and grandchildren were also baptized there. Debbie helped organize summer Vacation Bible School, the Back-to-School Backpack Drive, served on the Pastor-Parish Relations Committee, arranged flowers and altar decorations, served luncheons during the Lent season, and helped in any way she could be of service to the church and community. You can continue to see her small deeds at work every spring as the tulips she planted in front of the building bloom near the welcome sign.
A proud graduate of Hudson Falls High School, she had been instrumental in making sure the class of 1972 had several successful class reunions.
Debbie enjoyed baking and cooking with her five grandchildren, James, Alexandra, Orrin, Ella and Thomas. She was bestowed the title of “Grand-smother Extraordinaire” and lived up to that title everyday in word and deed. She was a constant cheerleader; celebrating and supporting all of her family’s proud moments in any way that she could. Whether making costumes, set pieces and props for theater productions or helping make a space look and feel special, Debbie was always finding ways to put her creative skills to use in the service of others.
Debbie had a knack for making everyone feel welcome and comfortable. She was accepting and kind, with the warmest smile. Debbie gave herself, her time, and her heart to anyone in need without question, hesitation, or judgment. All who knew her were touched by her generosity, and devoted spirit.
Her unwavering faith and devotion, strength and determination, gumption and fun-loving attitude carried her through her life, and especially in her final days. The members of the Allen and Perkins families will feel the loss of her presence and miss her deeply. Her family has been moved and uplifted by the outpouring of love from her friends, extended family and community as they have visited to share their love, stories, and well-wishes.
The family would like to extend their thanks to High Peaks Hospice, the nursing staff at Glens Falls Hospital, and her church family for their love and support.
Friends may call on Friday, May 27, 2022 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church, 227 Main Street in Hudson Falls. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 am at the church. Family and friends are invited to a luncheon immediately following the services.
Arrangements are under the care of the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Debbie’s memory to the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church, 227 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or to organizations dedicated to pancreatic cancer research.
HUDSON FALLS – Robert B. “Sippy” Sipowicz, Jr., 65, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 8, 2022, at Glens Falls Hospital.
Born June 9, 1956, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Robert B. and Helen P. Sipowicz, Sr.
Sippy was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School and then attended Post University in Connecticut, where he obtained his bachelor’s degree in business.
For many years, Sippy owned and operated Bob’s Grocery in Hudson Falls. After the sale of the grocery store, he then worked and retired from C.R. Bard.
Sippy was a big sports fan. He would frequently umpire at the local areas school girls softball games and also officiated the girls basketball games. Sippy enjoyed both hockey and baseball and was a fan of the Boston Bruins and the Boston Red Sox. His home was always filled with the sound of Bruce Springsteen. Most importantly, Sippy loved his grandchildren and enjoyed their company.
Survivors include his children, Cameron Sipowicz (Gabrielle) of Argyle, Andrew Sipowicz of Hartford and Carly Sipowicz (Matt Ploof) of Hartford; his dear friend, J.R. Diamond; his grandchildren, Cameron, Avery-Rose, Gannon, Grayson, Ariel and Ruth as well as his sister, Helen Marie Sipowicz of Colorado.
A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at the Wayside Inn, 3130 Route 4 in in Hudson Falls.
Memorial donations in memory of Sippy may be made to the Eye Tumor Research Foundation, P.O. Box 832, Philadelphia, PA 19105
QUEENSBURY – Frederick Oliver Bannon, 62 of Queensbury, passed away Friday, April 8, 2022.
Born in Glens Falls on February 3, 1960, Fred was the son of the late Samuel E. Bannon and Jeannette P. (King) Bannon.
Fred recently retired from Target Distribution Ctr. After many years of service. Fred was also a 25-year member of the West Glens Falls Fire House. He also ran several businesses up until his passing.
Whether it was his brothers at the firehouse, friends and family or just those around him Fred left a positive mark on anyone he was around.
In addition to his parents, Fred was predeceased by his sister, Pamela Bannon, brother-in-law, Frederick King and brother, Joseph Bannon and his beloved dog, Baby.
Survivors include two sisters, Debra King and Cynthia Davis (Harold Nash); four brothers, Leslie Bannon (Phyllis), Thomas Bannon (Martha), Edward Bannon (Carolyn) and John Davis; nieces and nephews, Ashley, Jared, Katlyn, Megan, Samuel, Erin, Rebecca, Melissa, Angela, Rosebelle and Lucas; Along with several second-degree nieces and nephews; and special friends, Mike Donnelly, Debbie and Steve Bullard, Jeff and Irma Hamblin and Tyson Converse, whom Fred had the privilege of mentoring throughout his firefighting career.
Calling hours will be on Friday, April 15, 2022, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the West Glens Falls Fire House at 33 Luzerne Rd, Queensbury, NY 12801.
There will be a celebration of life immediately following the calling hours at the Firehouse.
His family would like to welcome all who knew and love Fred to stop by and share a few words.
Donations in memory of Fred, may be made to the West Glens Falls Vol Fire Company at 33 Luzerne Rd, Queensbury, NY 12801.
HUDSON FALLS – Dorothy Grace “Dot” Leppard, 89 of Hudson Falls, Passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, April 9, 2022 at Fort Hudson Nursing Home.
Born on January 29, 1933 in Glens Falls, Dot was a life-long area resident and one of 14 children of the late John W. and Geneva (LaFarr) Leppard.
Affectionately known to multiple generations of nieces and nephews as “Aunt Dottie”, she was always available with a ready smile and caring heart to fill in wherever needed. Whether it was babysitting, caning, freezing, Dot gladly pitched in. Dot enjoyed time with family and she enjoyed many activities. Among them were fishing, bowling, playing softball (she and her sisters made up their own team lol), and playing cards.
Dot took care of her Mom for many years through multiple moves to different apartments, caring for her needs until her Mom passed. In addition to caring for family, Dot was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s church where she attended regularly until she was no longer able to get there.
“Aunt Dottie” will be greatly missed by many with her giving heart and infectious giggle being remembered by all. She is predeceased by her parents and her 13 siblings and survived by several generations of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, 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.
The family suggests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Dot’s name be made to Fort Hudson Nursing Home, 319 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828.
HUDSON FALLS – Janice Newcomb, 97, of Dean Road, passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, April 7, 2022 at her home with her grandchildren and her beloved dog, Petey at her side.
Born on January 10, 1925 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Irving Griffing and Edith Pearl (Washburn) Hamilton.
Janice loved spending time as a volunteer at Glens Falls Hospital. She worked in the coffee shop there and always took care of the medical staff when they came in for coffee and a snack. She loved to read and enjoyed baking and cooking. Spending her time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren was her greatest love.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, Douglas H. Newcomb; her daughter, Carol Sutton; and a sister, Eleanor.
She is survived by her daughter, Sandra Harrington; her grandchildren, Nicole Salone (Josh) of Queensbury, and Jennifer Paradis of Fort Edward; her great-grandchildren, Devon, Olivia, Ashana, Dravin, Karleah, Silas and Niko; and her great-great granddaughter, Nova.
A memorial service will be held at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at the Oneida Community Church, 197 Sunnyside Road in Queensbury.
Janice will be laid to rest with her Husband, Douglas, in a private ceremony at the convenience of the family in the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville.
HUDSON FALLS – Patricia W. Hassett, 90, a longtime Notre Dame St. resident, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, April 8, 2022 at Glens Falls Hospital.
Born on January 25, 1932, in Reading, PA, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Marion (Bottoms) Winters.
She was a graduate of West Chester, PA High School and attended Vermont Junior College in Montpelier, VT.
On January 24, 1953, she married Don G. Hassett in West Chester, PA.
She was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church in Hudson Falls, and a past member of the Kiwanis Club and The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks in Glens Falls. Patricia was a member of the Red Hat Society and the Women’s Breakfast Group as well.
She enjoyed time she spent with her family and was active in the Hudson Falls community. The Hassett Memorial Day parties were well known in the neighborhood.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, Donald G. Hassett, who passed away November 15, 2020.
Survivors include her children, Debra Cirino and her husband, Bill of Hartford, Linda Muller and her husband, Mark of Ravena, Dale Hassett and his wife, Jeanne of Delmar and Sandra Peters and her husband, John of Orlando, FL; their grandchildren, Bethany Cirino, Christopher Rees, Patricia Rees, Molly Hassett, Morgan Peters, Kyle Peters and Kurt Peters and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 am on Thursday, April 14, 2022 at the Gerald B.H. Solomon, Saratoga National Cemetery on Duell Rd in Schuylerville.
Memorial donations may be made in her name to High Peaks Hospice, 454 Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801 or to the Glens Falls Hospital Foundation, 126 South Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801.
HUDSON FALLS – Yvonne Theresa Charon Griffin, 92 years old, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 5, 2022.
Born August 17, 1929 in Beaver Falls, PA, Yvonne was the youngest child of Amil and Mary (Mayou) Charon.
She was a 1948 graduate of St. Peters High School in Saratoga Springs. Yvonne met the love of her life William T. Griffin and they married and moved to Hudson Falls where they raised their three children in the house they built together.
Yvonne worked in various administrative jobs, but her true passions were homemaking and the caregiving of others. She truly loved sharing her culinary delights with all who entered her home. There was an open-door policy, all were welcome. She loved animals especially dogs and horses.
Yvonne was very creative and talented. She was an excellent seamstress and had a French weaving business while raising her children. She also enjoyed refinishing furniture, restoring its beauty and functionality. Yvonne was a very independent person.
She was very active in the Catholic Church, teaching Catechism, and was involved in the renewal. Yvonne’s strong, unshakable faith sustained her throughout her entire life.
In addition to her parents and siblings, she was predeceased by her husband, William T. Griffin, who passed away in 1985.
Yvonne is survived by her children, Thomas Griffin (Joannie), Marty Griffin (Pete Shortell), and Barbara Griffin-Jordan (Michael); 4 grandchildren, Jeremy Dube, Sarah Miner, Luke Griffin, and Alicia Bevan; 6 great-grandchildren, Desteny Dube, Camryn and Jacob Miner, Logan and Aiden Bevan and Isaac Griffin; 3 great, great-granddaughters BellaRose, Auroroa and Zaylah.
A funeral service will be conducted, 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 11, 2022, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls with the Reverend David Noone, a longtime family friend, officiating.
Friends may call on Monday evening from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm, following the services.
Rite of Committal will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 18, 2022, at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.
The family would like to thank Dr. Mihindu, the staff at Fort Hudson Day Program and the staff at McCann’s Pharmacy. A very heartfelt thanks to the team of caregivers who helped us keep her in her beloved home; Sherry, Rodonna, Vivian, Lynn, Colleen, and Joannie, as well as friends and neighbors; Judy, Susan, and John Wells.
Donations may be made in her memory to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.
HUDSON FALLS – Tiffany L. (Nash) Ross, 40, of Hudson Falls, went into the arms of the Lord, surrounded by her loved ones, after a courageous battle with stage 4 lung cancer, on Thursday, March 31, 2022, at Albany Medical Center.
Tiffany attended Hudson Falls High School and then went on to receive her PCA Certificate through Fort Hudson Nursing Home, where she continued her career as a PCA. She really enjoyed working in the nursing field.
On December 27, 2017, Tiffany married John Ross, III in her mother’s home, officiated by her sister, Tamika and surrounded by family.
Family was Tiffany’s world. She was a great mother, who took wonderful care of her autistic son, Charles. Tiffany was very social and always loved having company, especially family. She also enjoyed the outdoors, where she spent a lot of time camping and fishing.
Tiffany was also a very talented crafter who turned her extra bedroom into a craft room. She helped her son start his own business making personalized stickers. Tiffany also enjoyed teaching her nieces how to crochet.
Tiffany was predeceased by her maternal grandfather, Leon Nash, her step grandfather, Raymond Young, her aunt, Brandy Nash and her cousin, Ashley Nash.
Tiffany is survived by her mother, Cassie Nash; her husband, John Ross, III; two sons, Charles Nash and Joe Charland; her step-son, Andrew Ross; her grandmother, Gloria Young; her two sisters, Tamika Casey and Kelliann (Cody) Rogers; her nieces and nephews, Hailie and Kassandra Casey, Rebecca Charland, Maddison Baker and Dakota Nash; her two uncles, Leon (Tammy) Nash, II and Ervin (Billie) Nash; and her best friend, who was like a sister to her, Melissa (William) Beadleson; her brother in laws, Robert Ross, Larry Ross, George (Heather) Siacca; and her sisters in law, Mickie Alexander and Sharla (Ron) Szymaszek.
Friends may call on Thursday, April 14, 2022, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
The family suggests that any form of donations be made for her son to Cash App $cassiefortiffany or Venmo @cassie -nash-2.
The family extends a very special thank you to the CR Wood Cancer Center, Dr. Mason and his nurse, Barb and Albany Medical Center neurological ICU’s staff.
HUDSON FALLS – Ronald “Ron” Douglas Ovitt, 67, of Hudson Falls, died on Friday, March 18, 2022, after a short illness.
Born on August 7, 1954, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Dorothy and Warren Ovitt.
Ron attended South Glens Falls High School. Following high school, he put his cooking talents to work. Ron was an excellent cook who used his expertise at Massie’s restaurant for several years. On his off time, Ron enjoyed spending time with his friends, fishing in area streams and hoping for a win on his scratch off tickets.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings, Stanley Walsh, Shirley Harris, Pete Walsh and David Ovitt.
Survivors include his siblings, Mickey Hopkins, Milford Ovitt, Mary Jacox and Joan Mumblo; several nieces, nephews and many friends, whom he thought of as family.
Services will be private.
The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the charity of one’s choice.
QUEENSBURY – John Edward “Chico” Tyminski, Jr., 75, passed away quietly at home, surrounded by his loved ones, on Thursday, March 31, 2022.
Born on January 21,1947 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late John E. and Beverly (Gibson) Tyminski, Sr.
Following his 1966 graduation from Queensbury High School, Chico was drafted into the U.S. Army. He was honored to have served his country in the active Army and after his discharge, in the National Guard Reserves.
When his military time was over, Chico began working for Decora and later, retired from Umicore on Pruyn’s Island.
He was a private man who loved his candy and surrounding himself with nature. Chico could be found throwing a line in the water to catch fish or riding his motorcycle down the road with the wind blowing past his bike. He also enjoyed trying his luck at OTB and scratch offs.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Thomas Tyminski and the mother of his children, Denise M. O’Leary.
Survivors include his children, his son, John E. Tyminski, III and his (significant other, Katie Kuba) and his daughter, Melynda Wells; his grandchildren, Joseph J. Jordon, Necole Jordon, Kolbey Tyminski, Kolyn Tyminski, Kaylee Tyminski and Samantha Tyminski; three great grandchildren; his sister, Joan Ramsey and her husband, Joe; his sister in law, Marsha Tyminski; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call on Wednesday, April 6th, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
The Rite of Committal will be celebrated on Saturday, April 16 at 1 p.m. at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.
The family suggests that memorial donations be made to C.R. Wood Cancer Center, 102 Park Street, Glens Falls NY 12801.
GALWAY – Kendra Curtis, 61, of Galway, loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend, passed peacefully in the afternoon of Saturday, March 26th, 2022.
Born August 7th of 1960 in Granville, Kendra lost her father at a young age, and grew up with her mother and her three sisters on their family dairy farm in North Hebron.
She met the love of her life Jay in college, at the Adirondack Balloon Festival and was able to enjoy building a life with him for over 40 wonderful years.
Kendra believed that family, faith, and caring for lost and homeless animals were the source of life’s joy. She truly lived a life of servitude, providing a kind and generous hand to anyone in need. Kendra will fondly be remembered by those who loved her dearly as a radiant of love, laughter, and kindness.
Kendra is predeceased by her parents, Raymond and Janice Burch, and her brother-in-law, Roger Mason.
Kendra leaves behind her loving husband, Jay Curtis; her children, Christopher Curtis (Norby) and Kylie Holland (Andrew), her sweet grandchildren also known as her “munchkins”, Jensen and Liam Holland, and her sisters, Kathy Mason, Kim Meade (Charles), Kristy Maille (Stephen), as well as many other friends and family that will miss her so very much.
Friends may call Sunday, April 3, 2022, from 10 a.m., to 1 p.m. at Armer Funeral Home, Inc., 39 East High Street, in Ballston Spa.
Funeral services, that will be officiated by her son, Christopher, and burial are private.
Memorial donations in memory of Kendra may be made to NEWS10’s Pet Connection, 341 Northern Blvd., Albany, NY 12204 or the Albany Medical Center Children’s Hospital, 43 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208.