ARGYLE – Joseph R. Fuller, 52, of Argyle, passed away peacefully at his home, on Sunday, August 12, 2018.
Friends may call on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
Burial with full military honors will be at Evergreen Cemetery in Lake George at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be sent to the Make a Wish Foundation of North East, New York, 3 Washington Square, Albany, NY 12205.
FORT EDWARD- Edward “Dubby” Phillips,79, of Fort Edward, passed away Tuesday, August 7, 2018, at Glens Falls Hospital.
Born on May 23, 1939 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Ernest and Margaret (Phelps) Phillips.
Dubby was a very hard worker and did janitorial work for many years.
He loved fishing and spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his lifelong partner, Glenda Burdo; his daughter, Denise Oudekerk; his grandson, Dana Phillips; his siblings, Ernest, Charles, Earl, Robert, Jerry, Ernesta, Margaret, Sylvia and Priscilla.
Survivors include his children, Jeff Phillips, Mike Phillips and his companion, Crystal of Fort Edward, Daniel Phillips and his companion, Mary of Fort Edward, Christina Allen and her husband, Matt of Fort Edward; his grandchildren, Cara, Bruce and their children, Travis, Cadence and Gavin, Coty and Megan and their children, Tyler and Lucas, Michael, Katlyn and their children, Dominic, Julian and Bryce, Erika Phillips, Emily Phillips and Daniel Phillips; his brother, Dennis Phillips of Hudson Falls; his sisters, Betty and Patricia; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call on Thursday, August 9, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY.
A graveside service will be conducted on Friday at 12 noon at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.
The family suggests that donations in Dubby’s name be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Online condolences may be made by visiting carletonfuneralhome.net
QUEENSBURY- Robert J. Murray, Jr., of Queensbury, formerly of Hudson Falls, went to the arms of the Lord, following a brief illness on Sunday, August 5, 2018.
Born on March 25, 1945, in Glens Falls, NY, Bob was the son of the late Robert J. Murray, Sr. and Elaine (Maynard) Murray, and the proud grandson of the late James “Pip” and Winnie “Mim” Maynard.
He is survived by his wife, Maureen Corcoran Murray, whom he married on October 21, 1967. They shared 50 wonderful years of marriage.
He is also survived by his daughter, Karen Murray Martin, her husband, Josh and 4 beautiful grandchildren: Connor, Neve, Quinn and Finola, all of Edmond, OK. He was the best father, “Pipa”, and will be greatly missed.
In addition, his loss will be deeply felt by his siblings and their families: sister Penny Wise of Erie, PA. and her 3 children, Ryan (Kristen) Wise of South Glens Falls, Samantha (Mike) Baker of South Glens Falls, and Christopher Wise of NYC; sister, Lisa (Bill) Goldsmith of Dyer, IN and their 3 children, Michael (Beatrice) Goldsmith of Machesney Park, IL, Morgan Goldsmith of Chicago, IL and Nicholas Goldsmith of Dyer, IN. Other surviving loved ones include his special cousin, John (Mary) Murray of Hudson Falls; sister-in-law, Kathleen Corcoran of Rochester, NY; brother-in-law, Patrick (Sharon) Corcoran of Glen Burnie, MD; sisters-in-law, Colleen Corcoran of South Glens Falls and Ann (Melissa) Corcoran of Glens Falls; nephew, Jimmy (Kathy) Oliver of VA; Scott (Lori) Oliver of Glens Falls and LeeAnn (Dale) Stone of South Glens Falls and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Aside from his parents, he was predeceased by his daughter Kellie Ann in January of 1978; his sister, Jaqueline (Murray) Oliver; grandparents Joseph and Gertrude Murray; and brothers-in-law, Greg Wise and William Corcoran, Jr.
Bob graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1964. Although a childhood encounter with polio left Bob with physical disabilities, he participated in many sports teams at Hudson Falls High as team manager and especially enjoyed his time with the track and field team, coached by his mentor, Tony Luciano. The hard work, generosity of spirit, and cheerful enthusiasm Bob showed both on and off the field led to his reception of the Hudson Falls High 1964 Sportsmanship Award. Following high school, he extended his studies through coursework at Adirondack Community College, the Electronic Computer Programming Institute, and AIB.
From 1965-1970, he worked for Sandy Hill. Experience with computer operations provided him the opportunity to join the team at the First National Bank of Glens Falls beginning in 1970. Promoted to Operations Officer Supervisor in 1973, Bob stayed with the bank until his retirement in 1995. From 1996-1999, he worked in the data processing department at Glens Falls National Bank. Throughout his adult life, Bob was a strong advocate of public education. He participated in the PTA at Burgoyne Ave School from 1974 until 1980, at which time he won election to the Hudson Falls Board of Education; he went on to serve on the Board until 1992. He was also appointed to the Board of Community Workshop Inc. (CWI) and served for many years.
Everyone who met Bob soon learned that he adored his family above all…. and many could tell you as well of his second great love: golf. He picked up the sport at the tender age of 12 and remained an avid golfer until he retired his clubs in 2008. Over the course of his full, rich life, he also enjoyed bowling, camping with his family, fishing, canoeing, hunting with his buddies, many a morning breakfast with his friends and playing cards. Bob was a devoted husband, a beloved father and grandfather; and a genuine friend to many. His smile truly lit up the room and he shared it gladly through to the end of his life.
Friends may call on Friday, August 10, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY.
A Funeral Mass will be conducted on Saturday at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the park Hudson Falls, with the Reverend Thomas Babiuch, Pastor, officiating.
The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Paul’s Cemetery, in the town of Kingsbury.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob’s name to the Alzheimer’s Research Foundation would be much appreciated. Donate online: http://www.alzheimersresearchfoundation.com/make-a-donation/ or via mail: Alzheimer’s Research Foundation, 3152 Little Road, Suite 146, Trinity, FL 34655.
Online condolences may be made by visiting carletonfuneralhome.net
The Murray Family would like to extend a special thanks to John and Mary Murray for their loving care and support, and to High Peaks Hospice for their care.
GANSEVOORT/GREENWICH- George J. Blake, 64, currently of Gansevoort, passed away on Sunday, August 5, 2018, at the Glens Falls Hospital.
Born on February 9, 1954 in Saratoga, he was the son of the late Roy and Sarah (Hagen) Blake.
George was a very hard worker and widely known as a good ole boy. He was always willing to help anyone for a beer. He was a carefree and generous man who liked spending time with his family and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother Ray Blake.
Survivors include his siblings, Roy Blake of Granville, Frank Blake and Karen McNutt of Bennington, VT, Elaine Grinnell and her husband David, of Argyle, John Blake and his wife Sherri, of Greenwich, Walter Blake and his wife Stephene, of Granville, Roslie Allen and her husband Ken, of North Creek, Betty Allen of Glens Falls and several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call on Thursday, August 9, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.
Funeral services will begin at 12 noon at the funeral home.
Burial will follow at the Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.
All are invited to a gathering after, at John Blake’s home at 485 County Route 77 in Greenwich.
The family suggests that donations in George’s name be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Online condolences may be made by visiting carletonfuneralhome.net
Barbara Anne Wheeler of Hartford passed away on Saturday, August 4, 2018 after a long illness.
Born on March 16, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Anna (DeGraff) Turner.
Barbara married Randy Wheeler on May 4, 1985.
She worked for General Electric in Hudson Falls and Fort Edward for many years until she was forced to leave due to her health.
Barbara was predeceased by her parents, her brothers, Edward and Roger, and her sisters, Jean Meyers and Dorothy Durham.
She is survived by her husband, Randy; her two sons, Kevin (Sue) Dufour of Whitehall, with grandchildren, Cole, Kenny, Kevin and Jeff; and Donald (Priscilla) Dufour of Benson, Vermont, with grandchildren, Terry, Shelby and Lakeisha; a step-son, Mark Wheeler of Gansevoort, with grandson Austin; the father of her sons, Donald (Rosemary) Dufour of Queensbury; a brother-in-law, Kenneth (Joanne) Meyers of Florida; a brother, Allie (Raeanne) Turner of Kentucky; sister-in-law Marion Turner of Rutland, Vermont; sister-in-law, Veronica Turner of Whitehall; sister, Helen Turner of South Carolina; and a sister, Lois Patten of Hudson Falls; along with many nieces and nephews.
At Barbara’s request, there will be no calling hours or services. In lieu of flowers, donations in Barbara’s name may be made either to the American Diabetes Association, 2 Pine West Plaza, Albany, NY 12205 or the Northeast Kidney Foundation, 22 Colvin Avenue, Albany, NY 12206, or to the Hartford Volunteer Fire Company, P.O. Box 121, Hartford, NY 12838.
We would like to thank the following people for Barbara’s care, Primary Care Dr. Paul Filion, Nephrology Dr. Amy Hogan-Moulton and NP Elizabeth Hutchins, Ophthalmology Dr. Amjad Ma. Hammad, Surgeon Dr. Greg Scalia, Podiatrist Dr. Robert Fine, and High Peaks Hospice.
We also give our greatest thanks and love to Mary Lou Wood, who not only taught us home dialysis, but also set an unbeatable standard for compassionate care, dedication, patience and outspoken advocate for patients entrusted to her care.
Arrangements are under the direction of Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY.
Online condolences may be made by visiting carletonfuneralhome.net
FORT EDWARD- Deborah Lynn Hamblin, 67, of Fort Edward, passed away on Saturday, August 4, 2018 at home, after a long illness.
Born on January 22, 1951 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Sidney and Catherine (Ball) Keech.
Deborah loved colorama, doing paint by numbers and reading.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Robert “Robbie” Keech.
Survivors include her son, Elan Hamblin; her best friend, Barb Wescott, with whom she resided; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
All services will be private.
Arrangements are under the direction of Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY.
Online condolences may be made by visiting carletonfuneralhome.net
HUDSON FALLS- Norma LaRock, 86, passed away on Friday, August 3, 2018, at Albany Medical Center, after a brief illness.
Born on June 4, 1932 in South Hartford, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Sophie (Parker) Smith.
Norma was a big fan of the New York Yankees and loved watching them play.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Martha Tammaro, Shirley Horton, Doris Blake and Joyce Aubrey, and her brothers, Johnson Smith and George Smith; her grandchildren, Jessica Vadnais, Justin Vadnais, Daniel LaRock and Elias LaRock.
Survivors include her children, Deborah Humiston (Rick), Linda LaRock, Daniel LaRock (Darcy), Robert LaRock (Patricia), Charles LaRock, Wendy Yeaton (Don) and Tricia LaRock; her grandkids, Richard Clark (Anne), John Wood (Stephani), Stephen LaRock, Todd Humiston (Sarah), Brian LaRock, Kevin LaRock and Stephanie Snyder; her great grandkids, Connor Clark, Hunter Clark, Jace Wood, Alyssa Diamond, Cade Diamond, Trent Humiston, Grace Humiston, Jakob Snyder, Rosemarie Dutcher, Malachi LaRock, Azariah LaRock, Lukas LaRock and Jasper LaRock; her sisters, Charlotte Girard, Betty Smith and Pauline Perrotti.
Friends may call on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.
There will be a graveside service on Wednesday at 1 p.m. at Moss Street Cemetery in Kingsbury with the Reverend Donald Yeaton officiating.
Her family suggests that donations in Norma’s name be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Online condolences may be made by visiting carletonfuneralhome.net
HUDSON FALLS- Robert H. “Bob” O’Connell, 78, of Catherine Street, went into the arms of the Lord, on Sunday, July 29, 2018.
Born on August 1, 1939, in Fort Edward, he was the son of the late Robert A. and Beverly (Moore) O’Connell.
Following his graduation from Hudson High School and attending the University of Vermont, Bob enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he proudly served his country working on airplanes. While stationed in Columbus, Ohio, he met the woman who would become his future wife, Dorothy Anderson.
Bob and Dorothy (Dottie) were married on June 2nd,1962 in Ironton, Ohio and had 56 wonderful years together.
He was an electrician by trade for all of his life, first employed at Hercules, which later became known as Ciba Geigy. He then transferred to Finch Pruyn in Glens Falls and worked there until his retirement.
Bob’s faith was very important to him and he was baptized into the Baptist faith.
He enjoyed tending his vegetable garden and loved to watch Abbot & Costello and Laurel & Hardy. He was also a big fan of “Sons of the Pioneers”, one of the earliest country western groups.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his two aunts, Ila Van Arsdal and Daryl Harrington; and his mother and father in law, Elmer and Bessie Anderson of Ironton, Ohio.
Survivors include his loving wife, Dorothy “Dottie” O’Connell of Hudson Falls; his children, Tracee Doroski and her husband, Cliff of Santee, South Carolina and Scott O’Connell and his wife, Brandi of Summerville, South Carolina; his grandchildren, Adam Gannon and Heather Gannon, both of South Carolina; his great grandchild, Isabelle Greenough; his sister, Donna Kegan and her husband, Jack of Fort Edward; his sister-in-law, Hazel Fields of Ironton, Ohio; his brother-in-law, Harry Anderson and his wife, Glenna of Milton, Florida; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
At Bob’s request, there will be no calling hours and services will be for the immediate family only.
Burial will take place at Union Cemetery in Fort Edward.
The family suggests that donations in Bob’s name be made to Fort Edward Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.
Arrangements are under the care of Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY.
MOREAU – Francis “Pat” Patnode, 95 of Lamplighter Acres, reunited with the love of his life, on Friday, July 27, 2018 at the Glens Falls Hospital.
Born on January 26, 1923 in Onchiota, NY, he was the son of the late Oliver and Dora (Lamora) Patnode.
He attended Saranac Lake High School and studied food preparation through Empire State College.
Pat was proud to have served as a ski ranger with the United States Army during World War II.
On December 25, 1958 he married Violet V. Gilligan in Tupper Lake. She passed away on March 4, 2013, after 54 wonderful years of marriage.
He was the food director for the Clinton Correctional Facility in Dannemora. Earlier in his career he was a dish washer, head cook and assistant food manager for the Veteran’s Administration in Tupper Lake.
Pat’s faith was very important to him. He was a communicant of St. Michael the Archangel Church in South Glens Falls and while living in Florida, attended Lady of the Lake Church in Eustis.
He enjoyed golfing, dancing with his wife, hunting and fishing in the Adirondacks, skiing and bowling in several leagues. Pat was a member of the Knights of Columbus in Tupper Lake and Dannemora.
He was the most wonderful, sweetest man there ever was and will be greatly missed.
In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his brothers, Walton Patnode, Harold Patnode, Robert Patnode and Raymond Patnode.
Survivors include his children, Erla S. Miller and her husband, Michael of Lake George, Peggy-Ann Patnode of South Glens Falls and Betti-Jo Film and her husband, Terry of South Glens Falls; his grandchildren, Collin Patnode, Derek Java and his wife, Carrie, Tracy Bender and her husband, Mark, Timothy Oakley and his wife, Beth and Jessica Oakley-Logan and her husband, Dave; Six great-grandchildren, Chloe, Brynleigh, Sawyer, Dahlia, Declan and Gabriel; his siblings, Roland, Mildred and Geneva; and several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at St. Michael the Archangel Church on Saratoga Avenue in South Glens Falls.
The Rite of Committal, with military honors will take place at 1:30 p.m. at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Stillwater.
Pat’s family suggests that memorial donations in his memory be made to the Alzheimer’s Association Northeastern New York Chapter, 4 Pine West Plaza, Suite 405, Albany, NY 12205 or any veteran project or foundation of your choice.
HUDSON FALLS – Cody Ryan MacDuff, 24, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at the Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on January 16, 1994 in Glens Falls, he was the son of Brigitte (Bourdeau) MacDuff and Wayne I MacDuff, Jr, of Hudson Falls.
Cody graduated from Prospect School in 2015 and currently attended Saratoga Bridges for day hab.
Cody had the ability to speak to your heart, even though he never spoke a word. He could light up a room with his smile, which could always turn anyone’s bad day around. He was pure love and will be missed by all those who knew and loved him. Cody came into this world a fighter and left the same way. He was simply amazing.
Cody had two special caregivers for the last couple of years, named, Denise Baldwin and Jessica Fuller. They loved and cared for him as if he was their own and Cody loved them just as much. Your love and kindness knows no bounds. We would like to thank the doctors and nursing staff at the Glens Falls Hospital, Tower 5, for all their caring support. We also would love to thank Dr. Joel Solomon, who was Cody’s doctor his whole life, Dr. Allan Carl of Neurosurgery and his assistant, Shawntee, Dr. Matthew Farina and Dr. Robin Doyle, his cardiologist. Also, Thank you to the wonderful staff at Prospect School for all their loving guidance throughout Cody’s school years and Saratoga Bridges. Dawn Marie, you are simply amazing. We love you and all Cody’s loving aides in his room. Cody has had two very special service coordinators, Celeste Davidson and Christine Morrisey, that we would love to thank for making his quality of life the best it could be by putting the services he needed in our hands. Cody’s family would like to thank the administration and staff at the Glens Falls City School for their care and support over the last 17 years.
Cody was predeceased by his maternal grandfather, Randell L. Davis, Sr. and his paternal grandfather, Wayne MacDuff, Sr.
Survivors besides his parents include his brothers, Wayne I MacDuff III and Brianna and Justin Cory MacDuff and Cortney McArdell; his nieces, Paityn Darlene MacDuff and Brynlee Sue MacDuff; his nephew, Wayne I MacDuff IV; his maternal grandmother, Darlene L Davis; his paternal grandmother, Margaret MacDuff; several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Friends may call on Monday, July 30, 2018 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
The family suggests that memorial donations in Cody’s name, to be made to Prospect Child and Family Center, 133 Aviation Road, Queensbury, NY 12804.
Hudson Falls- Former Kingsbury Town Justice Joseph J. (Joe) Allen, 85, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Monday, July 23, 2018, in the presence of his beloved family at Glens Falls Hospital.
Born on May 23, 1933, in Northumberland, he was the son of the late Joseph B. Allen and Lucienne Brown Allen.
He graduated from Schuylerville High School in 1951. He attended Fredonia State University, School of Music.
Joe enlisted in The United States Army. He proudly served his country during the Korean Conflict. He was at Fort Devens, Massachusetts and served the rest of his tour of duty at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. As a Member of the US Army Band, Joe performed at the White House. He was involved in a pontoon training accident on September 2, 1953 with many fatalities at Fort Bragg. His life was saved by Gene Derby, a Schuylervile neighbor who enlisted with him.
On June 27, 1954, Joe married Irene Theresa Nolin at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hudson Falls. They were married for 64 wonderful years.
Joe was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s church and was active in the Usher’s Association. He was also a member of the State and County Magistrates Associations and was a life member of the Hudson Falls Fish and Game Club. He was a man who dedicated his life to the service of others. When he found some free time, Joe enjoyed woodworking.
Joe was employed for many years by Imperial Paper, which became Hercules, then Ciba-Giegy. When the mill closed he retired and became a Security Guard at the Hyde museum.
He was an active member of the Washington County Republican Committee for many years.
In 1969, Joe found his true calling. He became Town Justice for the Town of Kingsbury. He was reelected to the position for 29 years. During his tenure, Joe wanted to encourage young people to turn their lives around and get out of the justice system. Inspired by a book written by a judge in the mid-west, he began a home-grown alternative sentencing program. Offenders often washed police cars on Main St. in front of the Police Station or worked in the cemeteries or other civic projects rather than get off with a fine paid by their parents. In his later years it was not uncommon for him to meet a former offender who was living a successful life and be very proud of them. Later as Washington County developed an official Alternative Sentencing Program, he served as an advisor. He achieved the biggest goal of his career, when on May 1, 2001 he was honored with the Liberty Bell Award from the Washington County Bar Association. He was known as a judge who was stern but fair. As Kingsbury Town Justice, he was proud to swear in the officers of the Kingsbury Volunteer Hose Company every year. One of Joe’s favorite parts of being Town Justice was to perform marriages. He had performed more than 300 and continued to do so until a few months ago. Joe was also Acting Village Justice in Hudson Falls for 20 years.
Besides his parent’s Joe was pre-deceased by his sister, Marjorie Pechette, sisters-in-law June M. Ganotes, Elizabeth Germaine Jones and Elaine V. Nolin, brothers-in-law Nick Ganotes and Fred Pechette and son-in-law Kenneth Anderson. Joe was also pre-deceased by his firstborn grandson, Bruce James Allen, Jr.
Survivors include his wife, Irene Theresa Nolin Allen and his children Karen Anderson of Hudson Falls, Bruce Allen (Cathy), of Queensbury and Lisa Ringer (Alan)of Hudson Falls.
Also surviving are grandchildren Teeya Allen (Corey Bryant), Tiffiny Sheerer (Brian), Justin Anderson (Courtney), Tonya Allen (Mike Ellis), Ryan Anderson (Alexandra McCormick), Taylor Ringer and Devon Ringer, and great grandchildren, Christeena Allen, Dylan Sheerer, Cassondra Laake, Brayden Potter, Alexandria Potter, Conor Horrigan, Collin Anderson and Ayla Adams.
Brothers-in-law R. Gary Nolin and Richard Jones as well as his Goddaugher Michele Jones Ruge (Robert) also survive.
Joe was blessed with many nieces and nephews who survive him as well.
The family would like to thank providers Michael Adams, Amy Hogan-Moulton, Robert Hogan and Beth Hutchins for their compassionate care over the years. We would also like to thank the staff on Tower 6 at Glens Falls Hospital for the outstanding care given to our father over the past few years, as well as a special thanks to Emily Goodman, RN and Tice McGee, PCA who gave Dad excellent care many times and for the compassion they showed all of us as his time neared. We would also like to express thanks for the care and compassion shown to the family in the last few days on the unit.
Friends may call on Friday, July 27 from 5 pm to 8 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 am on Saturday, July 28 at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s church on the park in Hudson Falls.
The Rite of Committal, with military honors, will follow at St Mary’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Church of St. Mary’s/ St. Paul’s Building Restoration Fund, 11 Wall Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.
All are welcome to attend a reception at McManus Hall next to the church at 1 pm.
QUEENSBURY- Pamela Sue (Waite) Romer, 64, of Queensbury, passed away following a short illness on Thursday, July 19, 2018 at Albany Medical Center.
Born on May 9th, 1954 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Margaret (Trackey) Waite.
Pamela was a 1972 graduate of Hudson Falls High School and a 1992 honor graduate of Adirondack Community College.
She married Dean F. Romer on August 28th, 1971, at Glens Falls United Methodist Church.
Pamela first worked in the family business, Waite’s Harley Davidson Sales, later known as Waite’s Cycle Center. She later moved to The Adirondack Trust Company, working her way up to Operations Manager, where she worked for over 19 years.
She loved quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, sewing and cross stitch. Pamela volunteered as a Brownie Troop Leader. She enjoyed walking and hiking and recently had purchased trail maps of the area. She was a homemaker who liked to read and watch true crime television shows in her spare time.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Patricia LaMoy.
Survivors include her husband of 46 years, Dean F. Romer of Queensbury; her two daughters, Jill T. Bowen and her husband, Terry of Queensbury, and Dawn C. Budreau of Lafayette, Indiana; her three grandchildren, Gregory S. Bowen, Alyssa Henderson, Austin Budreau, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call on Tuesday, July 24th, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.
There will be a graveside service the following day at 11 a.m. at Pine View Cemetery, in the town of Queensbury.
The family suggests that donations in Pamela’s name be made to the CR Wood Cancer Center, 102 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801, or to a charity one’s choice.
Online condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net
QUEENSBURY – Patricia “Pat” VanGuilder, 78, of Main Street, passed away, surrounded by her loving family, at her home on Monday, July 16, 2018.
Born on October 12, 1939, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Gertrude (Dingman) Morris.
Pat’s first husband, Leroy Hayes, passed away on November 30, 2000 and her second husband, James VanGuilder passed away on October 6, 2012.
She worked as a chambermaid at the Charles Wood Sun Castle and for several years, Pat was also a housekeeper at Best Western in Lake George.
Pat was a member of the Salvation Army Home League for several years.
Every Monday and Tuesday, Pat could be found at the local bingo hall. She enjoyed her scratch off tickets, and loved to gamble at Turning Stone, the Mohican Sun, the Racino and Atlantic City. Most of all, she loved to travel with her family to Atlantic City and Maine. Pat enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a wonderful, patient mother and a loving, giving grandmother and great grandmother, who will be greatly missed.
In addition to her parents and husbands, she was predeceased by three brothers, Robert Morris, Wayne Morris and Martin Morris.
She is survived by her twelve children, Bonnie Douglass and her husband, Alan of Queensbury, Tina Vernum and her husband, Peter of Lake Luzerne, Robyn Smith and her husband, Thomas of Queensbury, Keith Hayes and his wife, Jeanann of Queensbury, Tim Hayes and his wife, Erica of Clifton Park, Paul Hayes of Queensbury, Joe Hayes of Queensbury, Roy Hayes of New York, Donald Hayes and his wife, Kimberly of Queensbury, Gale Hayes, Dale Hayes, Lisa Rawson and her husband, Michael of Queensbury; her 15 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call on Monday, July 23, 2018, from 12 to 2 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
Memorial services will follow at 2 p.m. on Monday, at the funeral home, with Captain Leo Lloyd, of the Glens Falls Salvation Army, officiating.
Burial will be at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.
The family would like to thank High Peaks Hospice, especially Heather and the nurses and staff on Tower 3 at the Glens Falls Hospital, for the wonderful and compassionate care given to Pat and her family.
Memorial donations may be sent to High Peaks Hospice, 79 Glenwood Avenue, 2nd Floor, Queensbury, NY 12804.