Category Archives: Obituaries

HUDSON FALLS – Roger A. Slater, 78 of Hudson Falls, passed away on Wednesday evening, January 29, 2025 at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany.

Born on March 6, 1946 in Granville, he was a life-long area resident and son of the late Westol and Eleanor (Forkey) Slater. Right out of High School, Roger joined the United States Marine Corps where he served honorably for nine years. He then enlisted in the United States Navy where he served until his retirement for a total of 24 years with 2 tours in Vietnam. After he retired, he worked in Uxbridge, Massachusetts managing The Laurel Brook fishing club for over 25 years.

Roger was an outdoorsman and loved hunting and fishing. He enjoyed word searches, cooking, gardening, and watching the New England Patriots play football. A people person, Roger was very social and really enjoyed volunteering and helping others.

In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his beloved Wife, Margaret Slater; a daughter, Stephanie Gilbert; sisters, Phyllis Skidmore, Bea Chadwick, and Linda Motto; and two nephews, Larry Slater, Jr. and Keith Galveston.

He is survived by his daughter, Marguerite Newton (Bob) of Hudson Falls; his grandchildren, Sarah Newton (Josh Krywy), Robert Newton, Jr. (Maura), and Nathan Gilbert; great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Layne, Sylas, and Josey; his son-in-law, William Gilbert; his siblings, Larry Slater (Susan Sheldon), Gary Slater (Paulette), David Slater (Joanne), Tommy Slater (Sherry), Mary Mansur (Bolos), and Westol Slater; a sister-in-law, Connie Slater (the late Rick Bello); and many, many nieces and nephews.

A graveside service with military honors will be held in the spring at Evergreen Cemetery in Salem.

FORT ANN – Carolyn Dewey Aulicino Ouderkirk, age 75, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 24, 2025.

Carolyn was born in Massena, NY on December 13, 1949, to parents Maurice Dewey and Irene Hartford.  She graduated from SUNY Potsdam in 1971, and became a teacher of French at West Point Elementary School. After leaving the teaching field, she was employed as an administrative assistant at Mako Marine, Inc., and later as office manager for Charles E. Snow, P.C.

After retirement, Carolyn and her husband moved to Fort Ann, NY, where she was active as a member of the Old Stone House Library Committee, the American Red Cross, the Fort Ann Historical Society, the Happy Bookers Club, and the Fort Ann Rotary Club. She was honored to be selected as a NYS Office of the Aging Senior Citizen for Washington County.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, stepfather Harold Wereley; sister, Betsy Lee Dewey; brother, Richard Guy Dewey; and husbands Richard N. Aulicino and Eugene N. Ouderkirk.

She is survived by her sister-in-law, Joan Dewey; nephew, Greggory Dewey; nieces, Tracie Titus, Kellie (Dennis) Epson, Stephanie (Brock) Badgley, and Leslie Abbett; great nieces and nephews, Stacie Ballard, Kelbie Lesko, Kyle Titus, Zackary Titus, Tyler Abbett, Austin Abbett, Casey Abbett, and Gracie Wireman; special cousins, Bill (Linda) Hartford, Fred (Sue) Hartford, and Maurice (Kathy) Hartford; and her BFF, Maureen Lemme.

With her varied background and multiple interests, Carolyn was a wonderful resource and was a “go to” person for her friends and colleagues. Always willing to lend a helping hand, Carolyn and her husband Gene worked tirelessly with the American Red Cross during Hurricane Katrina and the World Trade Center bombing, often coordinating rescue efforts.

Carolyn especially enjoyed working with school children on programs through the Old Stone House Library and was a driving force in projects with the historical society, especially in the writing and publishing of the history of the town – Fort Ann: 300 Years of History. Having the Waterfront Park in Fort Ann dedicated to her husband Gene was a great source of pride for her. As an active member of Fort Ann Rotary, she worked for many years on various projects and activities for the betterment of the entire community.

Anyone who came in contact with Carolyn soon learned that she was extremely generous, had a heart of gold and could be called upon to help out in any way she could. She possessed a “can-do” spirit and was dearly loved by her many friends. Her favorite times were spent dining out with friends, where she shared countless laughs and memories with the people she treasured. Her love of the little town where she spent her final years gave her much pleasure and contentment.

A celebration of Carolyn’s life will be held in the spring. Donations in her memory may be made to the Old Stone House Library, P.O. Box 261, Fort Ann, NY 12827, or to the CBC Food Pantry, P.O. Box 245, Fort Ann, NY  12827.

HUDSON FALLS – Brian J. “Beege” McCann, 66, of Hudson Falls, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday evening, January 28, 2025.

Born on March 4, 1958 in Glens Falls, he was a life-long Hudson Falls resident and son of the late Paul T. and Helen F. (Zolnowski) McCann. Beege was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School and attended college at Niagara University and finished his associate degree at Adirondack Community College. Beege worked with his family for almost 40 years at McCann’s Pharmacy where he was a pharmacy technician.

He was a sports enthusiast and loved to talk and debate about sports and put his knowledge to work as a volunteer, coaching youth basketball. Beege got his nickname from the legendary Coach Luciano and friends and family used it affectionately for the rest of his life. He was a family man first and devoted son. In his mother’s later years, he made sure she had everything she needed and was always there to take care of her.

In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by an infant brother, James McCann.

He is survived by his sister, Kathleen McCann of Hudson Falls; his brothers, Dr. Thomas McCann (Sharon) of Orchard Park, NY and Bonita Springs, FL, and Richard McCann of Hudson Falls; his nieces and nephews, Robert (Joyce) Doty, Adam (Elizabeth) Doty, Aaron (Brigid) McCann, Kara (Andrew) Devine, Laura (Gregg) Campbell, Christopher (Christine) McCann, Jason McCann, and Matthew (Kali) McCann; and many great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins.

Friends may call from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Friday, January 31, 2025 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Catholic Church, on the park in Hudson Falls, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Desmond Rossi, pastor.

Rite of committal will take place in the spring at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Fort Edward.

Memorial donations may be made in his name to Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, A Taste For Life, Elm & Carlton Streets, Buffalo, NY 14263.

SOUTH GLENS FALLS – Joseph E. Garavelli, 65 of South Glens Falls, passed away Friday afternoon, January 24, 2025 at his home.

Joe was born March 3, 1959 in Albany and was the son of the late Joseph E. and Eileen (Bernhardt) Garavelli. Joe was always a go-getter and started his young working career as a manger for McDonalds and Rite Aid. He then received training as a corrections officer and began his career at Mount McGregor Correctional Facility in Wilton, where he retired after 30 years of service. After he retired, he began offering handyman services to customers and always stayed busy as he was very mechanically inclined.

Joe loved being social and visiting with folks anywhere he went. He especially loved spending his time with his grandkids, and he will be missed for his unique personality and his quick wit and sense of humor. His loss leaves a giant void in the lives of his family and friends that cannot possibly be filled. He will be so very missed.

In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his beloved brother, Raymond Garavelli.

He is survived by his daughter, Katie Lee (Justin) of South Glens Falls; his beloved grandchildren, Max and Izzy; his brothers, Kurt Koules and George Garavelli; sister, Brenda Garavelli; his nieces and nephews, Joey and Mia Garavelli, and Elizabeth Koulos Lynch; great-nephew, Cary Thomas; and close friend and mother of Katie, Susan Philion.

Friends may call from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity close to your heart.

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

HUDSON FALLS – Early January 22, 2025, John “Jack” James Waters left the world after a long illness. Jack was born August 31, 1949 to Ed and Lorainne Waters of Queensbury NY.

Jack was a graduate of Queensbury High School. He served in the United States Army where he was a bookkeeper.  Jack was an accomplished drummer and member of the band Rudy Ward and the Fugitives. He worked many jobs, including machinist, a police dispatcher, printer, and general Handyman at several hotels and motels in the Lake George area.

He had a daughter, Lisa McIntosh and son, Jonathan Waters early in life. Jack enjoyed watching sports on TV, fishing, camping, boating, drinking beer, and knowing his family was safe and healthy. Jack had several friends he considered family, including Bob Mahar, Larry Pratt, Sue Ovitt, Andy Benware, and many others including all of his Facebook friends. Jack enjoyed camping at the bear slides and Schroon River, and also spending time at his family camp at Hadlock Pond.

Later in life, he enjoyed taking the occasional ride on his hoveround, or e-bike, and talking all about the things he wished he could do. Jack was a father, and grandfather, and a great grandfather.

Jack was predeceased by his father, Edward, and mother, Lorraine; his brother, Art; and sister-in-law Charlene.

Left with memories are his sister; Kathleen (Jimmy); daughter Lisa (JR); son Jon (Sarah); stepdaughter, Melissa; and stepson Duwayne; grandsons, Damien (Ashley), Matt (Emma), Jeff (Bri), Joshua (Brittany), Logan (Kianna), Lucas (Martha), and Landan; several nieces and nephews, as well seven great-grandsons, and four great-granddaughters.

Friends may call from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Memorial donations may be made in his name to American Legion Post 574, 72 Pearl Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

GLENS FALLS – Timothy J. “TJ” Wright, age 45, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 20, 2025 at his home.

TJ was born January 5, 1980 in Glens Falls and was the son of Timothy J. Wright, Sr. and the late Edna “Ann” Colvin Wright. TJ grew up in the area and attended Fort Edward and Hudson Falls Schools.

He was a jack of all trades and master of none and was always willing to lend a hand to anyone that needed help. TJ was an avid outdoorsman and loved fishing with his nephew, hunting, dirt track racing, and visiting with his daughter.

In addition to his mother, he is predeceased by his grandparents, Agnes Keich, Robert Wright, and Donald and Pauline Colvin.

He is survived by his daughter, Alice “Ally” of Fort Ann; his father, Timothy, Sr. of Fort Edward; his sisters, Billie Jo (Ervin) Nash of Fort Edward, and Crystal (Kiernan) Wright of South Glens Falls; his special nephews, Zach (Desiree) Nash, and Adam (Kara) Nash both of Fort Edward; a niece, Stella Wright of South Glens Falls; his step sister and brother, Becky and Austin Knapp; his special friends, Jasmine Lake and Jason Barrett; and several great-nieces and nephews, and many aunts and uncles.

Friends may call from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Memorial donations may be made in his name to Homeless Veterans of America, Inc., PO Box 56101, San Jose, California 95156.

FORT ANN – Neal E. Winch, 84, of Hadlock Pond Road, passed away peacefully at his son’s home, on Saturday, January 18, 2025, following a brief illness.

Born July 5, 1940, in Gansevoort, he was the son of the late Francis and Nellie (Everts) Winch.

Neal was a graduate of Fort Edward High School. He was a hard worker and had worked for GE and Native Textiles through the years.

He was a very intelligent man and loved reading, with his favorites being westerns, Sci-Fi’s, and the latest releases by James Patterson. Neal loved taking trips to the bookstores. He was a huge fan of James Bond movies and television series such as Yellowstone and NCIS. Neal loved spending time gardening and hanging out in his yard enjoying the beauty of where he called, “home”. Summer camping trips to Lake Bomoseen in Vermont was something he looked forward to.

Neal was a huge fan of video games. When his children were younger, he made sure they had the latest gaming consoles so he could master them all. Most of all, he loved spending as much time as he could with his grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Neal is predeceased by his wife, Beverly (Perkins) Winch.

Neal is survived by his loving children, Deborah (Winch) Walek of Queensbury, David Winch (Genise) of New Jersey, Maurice “Moe” Winch (Tracey) of Fort Ann, and Adrienne (Winch) Cross; his grandchildren, Kenneth, Paul, Jamie, Maxwell, Mason, Benjamin, Brieanna, Jeffrey, Kaylee, Aurora, Cameron, Addison, Dakota, Andrew, Caleb, Matthew, and Desirea; and his great grandchildren, Aleah, Zayn, and one on the way. Neal is also survived by his brother, Phillip Winch (Valerie) of Gansevoort.

In following Neals wishes, there will not be calling hours.

A graveside service will be conducted at Browns Cemetery in Fort Ann at a date and time to be announced in the future.

Neal’s family asks that memorial donations in his name be made to, SPCA of Upstate New York, 588 Queensbury Ave, Queensbury, NY 12804.

LAKE GEORGE – Blanche Hall Herrick Ross. It is with great sadness that the family of Blanche Ross shares news of her passing on January 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Blanche was born on October 2, 1933, at Glens Falls Hospital, the daughter of the late Milford and Marion (Lapointe) Hall. Following graduation from South Glens Falls High School, Blanche went on to attend Ellis Nursing School, graduating with her nursing certificate.

On November 6th, 1950, she married the love of her life, Guy William (Bill) Herrick, Jr. at Saint Paul’s Church in Kingsbury. Bill passed away on January 31, 1998. On September 16th, 2000, Blanche married her best friend, Roy (Bud) Ross at the Harrisena Community Church in Queensbury. Bud passed away on January 5, 2022.

Blanche was employed as a nurse at Glens Falls Hospital for over thirty years. During her time at Glens Falls Hospital she worked in the operating room, the recovery room, as well as the pre and post operative units.

Blanche was a member of the Lake George Community Methodist Church where she served as Trustee and was instrumental in the decision to change from the United Methodist Church to the Global Methodist Church, providing a larger ministry and more accreditations for the church. At Blanche’s suggestion, the church was renamed the Lake George Community Methodist Church. She coordinated the collection of names, addresses and birthdates for church members and visitors. She loved helping with “Hidden Treasures”, the church’s consignment shop. The church family was very near and dear to Blanche and her family wishes to extend a special thank you for the love, support and encouragement they extended to Blanche.

Blanche also volunteered for two years with Washington County Hospice, as well as at the Pawlet Library, the neighbor-to-neighbor program in Manchester, Vermont and served as past president of the Glens Falls Hospital Guild. She was also a member of the Merry Mohegans Square Dancing Club. Blanche loved traveling, wintering in Florida, dancing and most of all spending time with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren. and her great-great-grandchild. Her family was the most treasured part of her life.

In addition to her parents and two husbands, Blanche was predeceased by an infant sister, her twin grandsons, Michael and Matthew, and one step grandson, Thomas J. McKinney Jr.

She is survived by her three children, Gary M Herrick (Sonja) of Bath, Richard E. Herrick (Sharon) of Hebron and Lake Alfred Fla. and Leisha McKinney (Tom) of Lake George. Blanche leaves ten grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, twenty-two great grandchildren with one more on the way, three-step great-grandchildren and one on the way and one great-great-grandchild, along with their spouses and significant others as well as several in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends.

The family would like to acknowledge and thank her aides, Amanda Rawlins, Deb Tirri, and Lynessa Kilmartin for allowing Blanche the privilege of remaining in her home and providing her with such compassionate care. A special thanks to the three amigos, Leisha McKinney, Kelly and Gary Herrick for their unwavering care during her final days and to her son-in-law, Tom McKinney, for building Blanche her first brand new home, the one that would become her last home. Thank you to all of the family and friends who helped make Blanche’s final months, weeks, and hours special and meaningful.

A special thank you to High Peaks Hospice for taking care of her at the end of her life, as well as Dr. Liebers and Dr. Aarons.

Calling hours will be held on February 1, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Lake George Community Methodist Church, 78 Montcalm Street, Lake George with a funeral service to immediately follow with Pastor Thomas Albrecht, officiating.

A celebration of Blanche’s life will be held in the Albany Room at the Conference Center at Fort William Henry following the church service.

Burial will be at St. Paul’s Cemetery in Kingsbury in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Haynes House of Hope, 7178 NY Rt. 149, Granville, N.Y. 12832.

QUEENSBURY – Donald Joseph DuPrey, Sr., 83, passed away with his devoted wife and loving family by his side on Saturday, January 18, 2025.

The son of Kenneth DuPrey, Sr. and Elfreda Mae (Maynard) Bigelow, and John Bigelow (stepfather).

Don married the love of his life, Gloria Campney, on September 4, 1965, and enjoyed 59 years of unconditional love and devotion to each other.

Don was extremely proud of his time serving in the United States Marine Corp, achieving the rank of Corporal E4, while enlisted between 1958-1962.  He was honored to be a proud veteran member of the American Legion Post 574 in Hudson Falls.  Don is also a life member of the Fort Edward Rescue Squad and served for many years as Captain.  He loved volunteering for the Lake George Elvis Festival for fifteen years, attending various events.

Don was employed by the Hudson Falls Central School District for over fifty years, holding many different positions.  He enjoyed being busy and could always be found doing something, except for his afternoon nap.

Those that were privileged to know him, loved him.  He took pride in everything he did.  He instilled an exceptional work ethic in his children as well.  He always said, “You Give 110%”.

Don enjoyed making chili for his family and friends, he could never finish a joke without erupting into laughter before he got to the punchline, and he had a piercing whistle that could make his adult children freeze in their tracks.

He loved his grandchildren, Amanda, Will, Megan, Jordan, Zachary, Abigail, Connor and Ian.  He also had two great grandchildren, Eleanor “Ellie” and Avianna.

He was predeceased by his grandson, Zachary Joseph DuPrey and two brothers, Ken and Dick.

Those left to cherish his life, love and memories are his devoted wife, Gloria; his children, Valerie (Thomas) Twiss, Donald Jr. (Michele), Rebecca (Frederick Granger, Jr.), Kimberly (Kevin) Wertheim, a special son, Dan Lancette; Don’s siblings, Harry DuPrey and Sally Emerson; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Calling hours will be from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Thursday, at the funeral home.

A burial with military honors will follow, at 1:30 p.m. at the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

A celebration of Don’s life will follow the military honors at the Hudson Falls American Legion, Post 574, Veterans Hall, on Pearl Street in Hudson Falls.

Our family would like to give a special thank you to Dr. Anthony Petracca and his nurse, Peggy Cook and Dr. David Kandath for providing the best care that anyone could ask for, High Peaks Hospice for providing tremendous support to the family during Don’s final days.

HUDSON FALLS – Marjorie T. “Marge” (Tougas) Levison, 100, a long-time resident of Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully at Glens Falls Hospital on Monday, January 13, 2025.

Born February 22, 1924, in Hudson Falls, she was the daughter of the late James E. and Mary (Cunningham) Tougas.

Marjorie was known to many as the “Student Loan Lady” at Glens Falls National Bank where she was employed for thirty-five years, retiring in 1985 as a Loan Officer.

Early in her life, Marge and her wonderful friend, Marie LaBruzzo, enjoyed spending many hours planning their next great travel adventure and plenty of girl talk.

After being introduced by their good friend, Joan Grishkot, she married Lawrence “Larry” Levison on April 29, 1972.  Even though they were married later in life, they were blessed with 48 wonderful years, enjoying traveling to Maine in the summer, Florida in the winter and always remembering their special trip to the Canadian Rockies and Alaska, as well as golfing and downhill skiing throughout the Adirondacks.

Marjorie loved to chat with her bank friends and was able to attend “lunch with the girls” for many years after retirement. She was always happy to hear the stories of children she had known through the bank and the families of her neighbors at her Mohican Terrace home. Marjorie was greatly loved by her extended “Levison” family.

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

In addition to her parents, Marge was predeceased by her husband, Lawrence Levison; her sisters, Marion Tougas and Dorothy (Tougas) Randall; her brother, Irwin Tougas; her brother-in-law, Robert Levison; and her beloved poodles, Miko and Gigi, who we are sure greeted Margie along with Larry at the gates of heaven.

Survivors include her stepchildren, Susan Finch (Howard) of Hudson Falls and James Levison (Eileen) of Anchorage, Alaska; her grandchildren, Jeffrey Levison (Heather) of Alaska, and Michael Levison (Emily) of Los Angeles, and her great grandsons, Bryden Richard Levison and Hudson James Levison of Alaska. She is also survived by her nieces Karen Levison of Moreau and Robin Levison of Mayfield, her great nephew, Charles Gray, her great niece, Tabitha Henzel, and extended family scattered throughout the north country.

Marjorie’s family would like to thank the staff on T6, and T2 at Glens Falls Hospital for the exceptional care and compassion they provided for Marge and her family. They would also like to thank all the caregivers that cared for Marge throughout the years.

A brief calling hour will take place at 10 am on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the circle in Hudson Falls.

A funeral mass will begin at 11 am on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the circle in Hudson Falls with Father Desmond Rossi, officiating.

The Rite of Committal will take place in the spring at, St. Mary’s Cemetery in South Glens Falls.

Memorial donations in Marjorie’s name may be made to the Church of St. Mary’s/St Paul’s, 11 Wall Street, Hudson Falls, New York 12839.