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John “Howard” Gonyeau

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GonyeauHUDSON FALLS – John “Howard” Gonyeau, 89, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Saturday, July 2, 2016, at his home.

Born on October 18, 1926, in Ticonderoga, he was the son of the late John and Viola (Hurlburt) Gonyeau.

John was a US Navy Veteran, serving during World War II.

His wife, Velma Hughes Gonyeau died before him.

John retired after 40 years of service at General Electric Co in Fort Edward.

He enjoyed woodworking and his garden.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was predeceased by his brother, Richard Gonyeau and son in law, Chris DeLong.

He is survived by his three daughters, Diane Dickinson and her husband, Karl of Hudson Falls, Marlene DeLong of South Glens Falls and Melissa Liebl and her husband, Gary of Hadley; his grandchildren, Dawn Winslow and her husband, ken, Philip Dickinson and his wife, April, Robert Gonyeau, John Girard and his wife, Jessica, Jessica Liebl, Danielle Liebl and Lyle DeLong; his great grandchildren, Krystal Winslow, Benjamin Dickinson, Hunter Girard, John Girard, Jr., Tiffany Girard, Caleb Girard and Cole DeLong; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

At John’s request there will be no calling hours or services.

John will be laid to rest at the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be sent to the American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Ln, Latham, NY 12110.

Deborah (Hart) Rossi

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RossiHUDSON FALLS – Deborah (Hart) Rossi, 46, of Hudson Falls, went into the arms of the Lord on Friday, July 1, 2016, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on February 16, 1970, in Glena Falls, she was the daughter of Albert and Lauren ((Diffee) Hart.

On September 12, 1992, she married Anthony Rossi in Hudson Falls at her Aunt Corky’s house.

Debbie loved animals. Family parties. Traveling, including to Florida with her husband and family.  Her pride and joy was her son Anthony and her grandson, Oliver.

She is predeceased by her grandmothers, Velva Diffee and Lucy Hart.

Survivors include her husband of 23 years, Anthony Rossi, Sr, of Hudson Falls; her son Anthony Rossi, Jr. and his wife Shannon, of Glens Falls; her grandson Oliver Rossi; her parents, Albert and Lauren Hart of Hudson Falls; her siblings, Albert Hart, Jr. and his wife, Jami Blair of South Glens Falls and Brian Hart and his girlfriend Theresa Jones of Hudson Falls; his nieces and nephews, Mark Hart, Hailey Hart, Hope Hart and their mother, Rose O’Donnell, Brock Stansfield, Cameron Stansfield, Lasandra Stansfield, Charlie Hart and Zoya Hyatt; her mother in law, Ann Rossi and her companion, Fred Combs of Waterford; her brother in Law Dominic Rossi and his wife, Vicky of South Glens Falls; several aunts uncles nieces, nephews and cousins; and her longtime friend Shelly Farrington.

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

Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home.

The Rite of Committal will follow at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Memorial donations in Debbie’s memory may be made to the Charles R. Wood Cancer Center, 100 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Tower 2 at the Glens Falls Hospital for all their care and compassion.

Leona Beatrice (Baker) Dashnaw

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DashnawSOUTH GLENS FALLS – Leona Beatrice (Baker) Dashnaw, 90, passed peacefully into the loving arms of our Lord on Friday, July 1, 2016, with her son at her side, after a long courageous battle with Alzheimer’s.

Lee was born on August 17, 1925 in Tupper Lake, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Rose (Lancto) Baker.

Lee grew up and graduated from Tupper Lake High School (Rah-Rah-Rah).  She met the love of her life, George “Ernie” Dashnaw, Sr. from Lyon Mountain and they married on July 6, 1946, and lived in Hudson Falls.  They eventually built their house and settled in South Glens Falls in 1960, where they raised their 4 children.

She was employed by General Electric Co in Hudson Falls, retiring from there after 26 years.

Lee enjoyed cooking, spending time with her family and taking care of her home and hosting parties.

Leona was a communicant of St. Michael the Archangel Church in South Glens Falls where she and her husband served as a Eucharistic Ministers for many years.

Lee will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband, George “Niss” Dashnaw, Sr. on October 25, 2007, her two daughters, Cynthia “Cindy” Durkee on July 11, 1985 and Cheryl “Sherry” Lynn Winney on April 30, 1996, her eight brothers and sisters, Florence, Dorothy, Truman, Irene, Helen, Doris, Betty and Robert and her son in law James Pollack on December 17, 2003.

Her survivors include her daughter, Lucretia “Keesa” Anne Pollack and her companion, Charles Waski of Delaware; her son, George “Ernie” Dashnaw, Jr. and his fiancé, Lori Paddock of South Glens Falls; her eight grandchildren, Lori Mercure and her husband, Brian, Joanne Cooper and her husband, Tim, Jennifer Senecal, who is also their god-daughter who they liked to call “Jeffiner”, Julie Weirich, Rob Winney and his companion Shari Keegan, Bernie Winney, Jr. and his wife, Tanya, George Dashnaw, III and his wife, Sarah and Benjamin Dashnaw and his wife, Kristin; her 16 great grandchildren, Amber  Lindgren, Ashley, Matthew and Morgan Mercure, Gabrielle and Seth Cooper, Tyler Backus and Emily LaPan, Shawn and Jessica Weirich, Rob Winney, Jr., Kara Rose and Michael Dashnaw and Benjamin, II and Brody Dashnaw; and her three great-great grandchildren, Austin Wells, Aiden Lindgren and James Martin Backus; she is also survived by a special nephew, Allen Trombley; her sister in law Linette LaBarge; and many nieces, nephews and cousins; and her very special friend and caregiver, Sherry Jay.

A special thank you to Rebecca!

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 on Friday, at the Carleton funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Saturday at St. Michael the Archangel Church in South Glens Falls, with the Reverend Tony Childs, pastor, officiating.

Rite of Committal will follow at St. Paul’s Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Following the Rite of Committal all are welcome to a reception at the fellowship hall at St. Michael’s Church.

Pall Bearers will be George Dashnaw, III, Benjamin Dashnaw, Robert Winney, Sr., Bernard Winey, Jr., Benjamin Dashnaw, II and Timothy Cooper.

Leona’s family suggests memorial donations be sent to the American Alzheimer’s Association, 4 Pine West Plaza #405, Albany, NY 12205.

Sandie L. Hart

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HartKINGSBURY – Sandie L. Hart, 66, of Kingsbury, joined her first born son, Artie in heaven, on Wednesday, June 29, 2016, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on March 1, 1950, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Eli and Marion (Bombard) DuPell.

On September 28, 1968, she married Arthur Hart, Sr., at St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.

Sandie retired from Navalist Medical after more than 21 years of service.

She enjoyed camping, long car rides, lifetime movies, and was an avid NASCAR and Derek Jeter fan. Most of all, Sandie loved her family and friends, especially her grandkids.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her son, Artie Hart, Jr. her brother, Karl DuPell and her son in law, Kenny VanNess.

She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Arthur Hart, Sr. of Kingsbury; her children, Shawn Hart of Kingsbury, Tina VanNess of Kingsbury, Jeffrey Hart of South Glens Falls, Melinda Suprenant and her husband, Mark of Fort Edward and Megan Catellier and her husband, Art of Hudson Falls; her grandchildren, Patrick VanNess, Stephanie VanNess, Crystal VanNess, Jordan Suprenant, Taylor Suprenant, Lacey Catellier and Aiden Catellier; her great grandson, Dominick VanNess; her two sisters, Phyllis Brann and her husband, William of Hudson Falls and Joan Fitzgerald of Georgia; her beloved dog, Molly; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and her extended camp family at Bruce’s Campground in Fort Ann.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

The Rite of Committal will be 1 p.m. on Wednesday, at St. Paul’s Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Sandie’s’s family would like to express their thanks to the CR Wood Cancer Center, especially Dr. Hoffman.

Memorial donations may be sent to the CR Wood Cancer Center, 102 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Richard P. Hluboky

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Image0181 Image0182HUDSON FALLS – Richard P. Hluboky, 94, of Hudson Falls went into the arms of the Lord peacefully on Wednesday, June 29, 2016, at the Landing in Queensbury.

Born on December 28,1921, in the Bronx, he was the son of the late Frank and Mary Jane (Murphy) Hluboky.

Richard grew up and attended school in New York City.  After school, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving during World War II in Germany.  Because of his meritorious Achievement in ground operations against the enemy, he was awarded the Bronze Star for his service to his country.

Shortly after his discharge from the Army, he married his first wife, Mefalda Ruggeri, she passed away in 1971.  On June 20, 1975, Richard married Helen Devine, in the town of Kingsbury.

Richard was employed by the United States Postal Service as a clerk for 29 years, retiring in 1972.  While working for the post office, he also moonlighted as a limo driver for the Davidows in New York City.

Richard enjoyed being active with the Hudson Falls/Kingsbury Senior Center.  After his retirement, he served as custodian for the Hudson Falls First Baptist Church for over 10 years.

In addition to his parents and wives, he is predeceased by a son, Robert Hluboky, who passed away in 1985, and his siblings. Eleanor Devine, John Hluboky and Jeanne Princiotta.

Survivors include his children, Cheryl Maskell and her husband James, of Hudson Falls, Mary Lemery and her husband, John, of Gansevoort, John Devine and his wife, Maureen of Hudson Falls, Renald Devine and his wife Claudia, of Kingsbury, Dianne Hluboky of Florida and Margaret Bessenbach and her husband, Michael of Germany; nine grandchildren, Heather, Heidi, Brett, Lindsey, Katherine, Nicholas, Christopher, Constanza and James; 7 great grandchildren. Andrew, MJ, Alex, Maggie, Mackenzi, Mason and Chloe; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Friday from 10:30 to 11:30 am at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

The Rite of Committal will follow at 12 noon on Friday at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Memorial donations may be sent to The Senior Center of Kingsbury & Fort Edward, 78 Oak Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Dawn A. (White) Stone

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Image0004HUDSON FALLS – Dawn A. (White) Stone, 59, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 27, 2016, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Born on June 19, 1957, in Glens Falls, Dawn was the daughter of the late Anson and Ruth (Priest) White.

On August 16, 1977, she married George Stone Sr. in Judge Godfrey’s front room in West Fort Ann.
Dawn enjoyed camping, fishing, playing bingo and scratching lotto tickets. Dawn’s life joy was her 6 Grandchildren. She was a caring person who would help anyone in need, even if it was her last dollar.

Besides her parents, Dawn was predeceased by her in-laws, Edward Stone, Sr., Bernice Stone; an infant brother, Anson “Buddy” White; and several Aunts and Uncles; and her sister in law, Margaret Stone.

Survivors include her husband, George Stone, Sr. of Hudson Falls; her children: George Stone, Jr. and his companion, Sarah Plude of Hudson Falls, Jason Stone and his wife, Mercedez of Luzerne, and Randolph Stone of Glens Falls; her six grandchildren; and her siblings: Mike White and his wife, Debbie, Connie Provauncha and her husband, Jim, Pam Andras and her husband, Garry, Ronald White and his companion, Darr, Linda Wilcox and her husband, Robin, Dana White and his companion, Jamie, Richard White, and Arleen Greenough and her husband, Jerry; along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and family friends, Matt Fuller and Howard Tate; and her brother and sisters in law, Edward H Stone, Jr. and John Stone and his wife, Diane of Hudson Falls

Friends may call on Wednesday July 6th, from 6-8 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St. in Hudson Falls.

A graveside service will be held at St Mary’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward on July 7th at 1 p.m.

The family suggest that memorial donations be made in Dawns name to The C.R. Wood Cancer Center – Glens Falls Hospital, 102 Park St, Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Walter Jay Deyoe

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DeyoeGANSEVOORT – Walter Jay Deyoe, 86, of Gansevoort, passed away on Saturday, June 25, 2016, at Washington Center in Argyle.

Born on February 20, 1930, in Kingsbury, he was the son of the late Leona Gonyea and raised by his grandparents, the late John and Edna Deyoe.

He was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School.

On April 30, 1950, he married Teresa Picheo at St. Mary’s Church in Glens Falls.

Walter worked for many years as the Produce Manager for Price Chopper in Glens Falls.

He loved woodworking and most of all, the time he spent with his children and grandchildren.

Walter was a past member of the Eagles Aerie in South Glens Falls and served as their President in 1985.

His brothers, Hilon and Erwin Potter, a sister Ruth Beames, and his daughter, Robin predeceased him.

He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Teresa (Picheo) Deyoe of Gansevoort his children, Carol Brooks and her husband, Jerry, Kathy Deyoe and her companion Wally Swinton, Jayne Relyea and husband Bill (deceased), Tony Deyoe and his companion, Melva Hughes, Nancy Swinton and her husband, Don, Patti Meyers and her husband Rick, Ken Deyoe and his wife, Patty, Peggy Blaise and her husband, Virgil, Ann Jones and her husband, J.P. and Walt and Teresa’s special son, Peter; a sister, Beverly Duggan; 19 grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren

There will be no calling hours.

A memorial service will take place at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls with the Rev. Tony Childs, pastor of St. Michael the Archangel Church officiating. Following the service family & friends are invited to a celebration of Walter’s life at Ken and Patty’s home, 96 Fourth St., Glens Falls.

Burial will take place at the convenience of the family at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Walter’s family suggests that memorial donations in his memory be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Shirley J. (Stewart) Moss

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MossHUDSON FALLS – Shirley J. (Stewart) Moss, 80, longtime Hudson Falls resident and beloved mother to many, passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 25, 2016 16, joining her husband, Fred for their 61st wedding anniversary on June 26, 2016.

Born on January 2, 1936, in Fort Edward, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Emma (Ferguson) Stewart.

Shirley was a 1953 graduate of Fort Edward High School.

She worked for a while at Continental insurance in Glens Falls before becoming a full time mother and homemaker.

In 1955, she married Frederick Moss, Sr. at St. James Episcopal Church in Fort Edward.  Her husband passed away January 18, 1994.

Shirley was a longtime member of St. James Episcopal Church.  She also served with the Hudson Falls Volunteer Fire Departments Ladies Auxiliary as well as the Kingsbury hose Company Ladies Auxiliary.  For over 25 years she served as chairperson of the Fresh Air Fund and she was well known for her association with that organization.   She spent many years as a Den Mother for the Cub Scouts and also enjoyed crocheting, bowling and playing the organ.  Most important was her family and that included any one in need of anything.  Shirley Moss never met a person she didn’t like and there was always room for one more!

In addition to her parents and husband, she is predeceased by two sons, Keith Moss and Frederick Moss, Jr, a grandson, Anthony Paul Moss, a sister, Alice Chakalis, two brothers, Robert Mylott and William Mylott and a niece, Vanessa Howk.

Survivors include her children, Candace Morehouse and her significant other, Terry Morehouse of Queensbury, Paul Moss and his wife Irene of Salem, George Moss of South Glens Falls, Tamela Moss of Hudson Falls, Pamela Dowd and her husband, Derrick of Hudson Falls, Tanya Moss of Hudson Falls, Melanie Liles and her husband, Donald of Hudson Falls; several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, her brothers, Walter Mylott of Fort Edward and Ronald Stewart of Queensbury; a daughter in law, Jeanne Moss Tackett and her husband Jeffery of Queensbury. She is also survived by four people she considered daughters, Laura Roccasecca, Annie Kresse and her husband, Ken and Eydie Putnam and her significant other, Paul and Marianne Burnham of Hudson Falls.

Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

A Funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at St. James Episcopal Church on Broadway in Fort Edward.

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

Shirley’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Adoniram Joseph “AJ” Huntington

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HunningtonFORT EDWARD – Adoniram Joseph “AJ” Huntington, III, 59, of McCrea Street, passed away, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, June 20, 2016, at Albany Stratton Veteran’s Medical Center in Albany.

Born on October 16, 1956, in England, was the son of “AJ” Huntington, Jr and Doreen (Lupton) Sisler.

AJ was proud to have served his country in the U.S. Marine Corp.  While serving in the Marine Corp., he worked hard to obtain his GED.  Following his honorable discharge, he lived in Greenville, N.C. for several years, where he was employed at a local grain factory.  AJ then decided to come back home to Hudson Falls in order to be close to his family roots.  Then he began his lifelong passion of being a chef.    AJ loved working at  Applebee’s from 1998, until his retirement in 2012.

After moving back home he met the love of his life, Wanda Brayman while working at his father’s restaurant in Hudson Falls.  After being together for 10 years, they married on June 20, 2008, for a total of 18 wonderful years.

AJ enjoyed bowling in area tournaments.  He was an avid NASCAR fan and especially enjoyed watching Jeff Gordon.   AJ also loved hunting with his brothers in the Adirondacks and fishing with his wife at different local spots.  He also was an great fan of General Hospital, and during the show, he would call his mother to compare notes.  But, he was not allowed to tell his wife what happened because she would watch it later.  AJ was also a lifelong proud member of the Hudson Falls American Legion Post 574.

Most of all, he loved his family and was very close to his grandchildren.  AJ took them on many wonderful local adventures.  He also loved his dogs “Bear” his boy, Daisy Lu and his grand-doggies.  AJ enjoyed traveling with his wife to see his sister, Theresa in San Antonio, Texas.  He was a wonderful husband, great father, adoring grandfather and was always there for his brothers and sisters.  AJ will be remembered for being full of jokes and love, and will be greatly missed by his family and all those who were close to him.

He is survived by his loving wife, Wanda Huntington of Fort Edward; his mother, Doreen Sisler of Ill; his father,  AJ Huntington, Jr and his wife, Ella of Hudson Falls; his children, “AJ” Huntington, IV of Glens Falls, Brandy Wilson and her husband, Brandon of N.C., Christopher Huntington of NY, Stephen Brayman and his fiancée, Crystal Burdick of Fort Edward, John Snow, Jr. of South Glens Falls and Kristy Knapp and her husband, Chris of Hudson Falls; his 10 grandchildren, Morgan Knapp, Alyssa Knapp, Destiny Snow, Alana Snow, Stephen (Brayman), LaPlant, Eli Brayman, Hannah Wilson, Brandon Wilson, Jr., Rosemary Huntington and Adriana Huntington; his siblings, Kevin Huntington and is companion, Tina Weatherwax of Hudson Falls, Steven Huntington and his wife, Donna of South Glens Falls, Theresa Salaiz and her husband, Daniel, San Antonio, TX, and Linda Kress and her husband, Douglas of Ill; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Monday, at the funeral home, with the Reverend Thomas Babiuch, officiating.

The Rite of Committal will follow at Gansevoort Cemetery in Gansevoort, with full military honors provided by the Hudson Falls American Legion, Post 574 Color Guard.

Following the burial, all are welcome to a reception at the Hudson Falls American Legion, Post 574, 92 Pearl Street in Hudson Falls.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Hudson Falls American Legion Post 574, 92 Pearl Street in Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or Toys for Tots, C/O Memorial Det 2 Marine Corps, 3033 US-4, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Catherine A. Prevost

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PrevostGLENS FALLS – Catherine A. Prevost, 76, of Ash Avenue, passed away on Monday, June 20, 2016, surrounded by her loving family, at the home of her son, after a brief battle with cancer.

Born on March 29, 1940, in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Daniel W. and Doris (Burch) Kennedy.

For the past 30 years, she has been loved and supported by her life partner, Peter Dudley.

Catherine enjoyed working as an aide with TLC, this job enabled her to meet and care for many people, who became her friends.  Catherine also loved country music and was a member of two different country music fan clubs, the New Country Fan Club and RGLB Westenders Fan Club.  Most of all, family was the center of her life, she adored her children and grandchildren.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her son, Raymond Anderson and her daughter, Lisa Streeter.

She is survived by her loving partner, Peter Dudley of Glens Falls; her son, Roger Prevost and his wife, Nicole of South Glens Falls; her seven grandchildren, Geoff Holmquist and his wife, Stephanie, Kristin Anderson, Michael Streeter, Brooke Prevost, Rebecca Streeter, Brody Prevost and Brennan Prevost; one great grandson, Raymond; and her cousin Betty Spagna.

Friends may call on Thursday from 10:30 to 11:30 am  at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A Funeral Mass will follow the calling hour at 12 noon on Thursday at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the park in Hudson Falls.

Memorial donations may be sent to Community Hospice, 179 Lawrence St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 or the charity of one’s choice.

Liam Francis Mitchell

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FORT EDWARD – Liam Francis Mitchell, went into the arms of the Lord at his birth on Saturday, June 18, 2016, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

His loving parents are Kenneth and Tina (Heuser) Mitchell of Fort Edward.  Liam will always be loved and his family treasures the time he was on this earth.

In addition to his loving parents, he is survived by his brother, Landon Mitchell of Fort Edward, his maternal grandparents, Harold Heuser and his girlfriend, Ellie Pack of Granville and Patricia Curry of Johnstown; his paternal grandparents, Timothy and Patricia Mitchell of Fort Edward; his aunts and uncles, Bradley Dingman, Jr., John Dingman, Bonnie Carpenter, Harry Dingman, Myria Short, Timothy Mitchell and Caleb Dennison; and several cousins.

Graveside services will be conducted 10 a.m. on Friday, at Sciota Cemetery on Wade Road in Whitehall.

Memorial donations may be sent to Angel Names Association, PO Box 423, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

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

Clara L. “Cow” Derusha

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DerushaGANSEVOORT – Clara L. “Cow” Derusha, 66, of Stump Street, passed away at her home, on Sunday, June 19, 2016.
Born on May 4, 1950, in Whitehall, she was daughter of the late Adelord and Lillian (Valley) Caprood.

On July 2, 1969, she married Merle Derusha. He passed away in 1979, leaving her as a single parent to raise her three children.

Clara spent most of her life taking care of others. She raised her own children with the help of her longtime companion, Richard McKittrick, Sr. She also helped raise her step-children and grandchildren. Clara made sure anyone that walked through her door was instantly family and she would take them under her wing.

She enjoyed fishing in South Bay and Lake Champlain. Clara also loved her dogs, especially Bob Marley and her mangy black cat, Beulah. She also was very good at playing computer games and spent some time being a Facebook “stalker”. She also was an avid cow collector.

In addition to her parents, husband and companion, Richard, she was predeceased by her sister, Beverly Gordon.

She is survived by her children, Walter B. Caprood, Sr., and his wife, Debra of Fort Edward, Judy Knapp of Glens Falls, April Wheeler and her husband, Jeffrey of Argyle and Maria Tatsey of Saratoga Springs, Richard McKittrick, Jr. of Salem and David McKittrick, also of Salem; her grandchildren, Effie Derusha, who has been her faithful caregiver for the past 12 years, Michael Derusha and his fiancé, Lindsey Middleton, Justin Derusha and his companion, Nancy Rafferty, Floyd Knapp, Tiffany Knapp, Tiffany Miller, Walt B. Caprood, Jr., Lillian Caprood, Christopher Caprood, Makayla Caprood, Owen Ball, Joseph Ball, Alexander Williams, Jessie Derusha,  Jeffrey Wheeler, II, Emma Wolfe and Alice Sousie; her great grandchildren, Gavin, Clara, Noel and Damien and several other great grandchildren; her brothers and sisters, Donnie Caprood, Ray Caprood, Walter Caprood, Mildred Palmer, Dora Wall and Jackie Barber; her sister in law, Margaret McDuff; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Saturday, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Memorial donation may be sent to the American Cancer Center, 1 Penny Lane, Latham, New York 12110 or the American Diabetes Association, 2 Pine West Plaza, Albany, NY 12205.

 

Roland R. Giroux

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Giroux Giroux NavyHUDSON FALLS and FORT EDWARD – Roland R. Giroux, 88, of Lower Main Street in Hudson Falls, went to heaven on Monday, June 13, 2016, after a long illness.

Born on December 6, 1927, in Montpelier, VT, he was the son of the late Adolphe and Leontine Giroux.

Roland enlisted in the United States Navy and proudly served his country from 1945 to 1947.

On August 22, 1959, he married Jeannine Lacroix.  They have shared almost 57 years together.

Roland was a master stone cutter and was the proud owner of Loiselle Memorials since 1963.  He was a talented carver and many of his beautiful stones can be seen in area cemeteries. Roland’s sons Alan and Daniel enjoyed accompanying him on job sites. In his younger years, Roland worked as a commercial fisherman for three years in Alaska.

He was a communicant of St. Mary’s /St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls, where he served as an usher.  Roland enjoyed hunting and fishing, mostly in Vermont and Canada and loved cross country skiing.  Roland was a unique, talented and determined man.  When the chips were down, you could always count on him.  His greatest joy and pride in life was being a husband, father and grandfather.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Juliette and his brother, Denis.

He is survived by his wife, Jeannine; his sons, Alan, Daniel and his wife, Lisa; his grandchildren, Daniel P. and Rachel E; his siblings, Clement Giroux and his wife, Norma, Pauline LaPerle and her husband, Robert and John Paul Giroux and his late wife, Sherry; several brothers and sisters in law; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Calling hours will be on Friday, June 24, 2016, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home. Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

The Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Saturday, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the park in Hudson Falls.

The Rite of Committal will follow at Pine View Cemetery in the town of Queensbury, with full military honors provided by the Hudson Falls American Legion Post #574.

Memorial donations may be sent the American Alzheimer’s Association, 4 Pine West Plaza #405, Albany, NY 12205.