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Lorri Jayne Washburn

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Washburn, LorriHUDSON FALLS – Lorri Jayne Washburn, 59, of Rock City Road, passed away peacefully into the arms of her Lord, surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, May 19, 2016, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on May 7, 1957, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Wayne and Irene (Freeman) Maranville.

Lorri was a 1975 graduate of Hudson Falls High School and continued her education through BOCES.  She was very proud to have earned her LPN Degree.  Lorri worked for many years as a nurse at Women’s Care in Glens Falls.

On October 18, 1975, she married Alan Washburn at the Gospel Lighthouse Church in Hudson Falls. They were married 40 amazing years.

Lorri was a longtime member of Gospel Lighthouse Church and most recently, New Beginnings Community Church.  Lorri’s faith was very important to her.  She loved attending many bible studies with her numerous friends.

Her family was the center of her life.  She was an outstanding wife and mother, showing her family and anyone that knew her, unconditional love.  Lorri loved her grandchildren and the time she spent with them.    She enjoyed many vacations, which included trips to Hawaii, Myrtle Beach and the Caribbean.  Lorri was known for being a resilient lady in the way she approached life.  She always encouraged her children to never give up and to pursue their dreams.

She is survived by her husband, Alan Seward Washburn; her children, Tiersa Crossman and her husband, John, Alan Washburn II and his wife, Georgia, Daniel Washburn and his wife, April and Nathaniel Washburn and his wife, Kristal; her grandchildren, Mikayla, Alan III, Cameron, Elijah, Josiah and Harper; her brother, Reverend Donald Maranville and his wife, Debbie; her sister, Tammy Wilson and her husband, Paul; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and many wonderful friends.

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

Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. on Tuesday, at New Beginnings Community Church, 487 Dix Ave, in Queensbury with her brother, Reverend Donald Maranville and the Reverend Randy Gross, officiating.

Burial will follow at Pine View Cemetery in the town of Queensbury.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Denise M. Flores

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imageGLENS FALLS – Denise M. Flores, 62, of Glens Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 18, 2016, at Washington Center in Argyle, where she was recovering from a stroke.

Born on July 22, 1953, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Jeanette (Colvin) Flores.

Denise loved to grocery shop, playing hide and seek in the aisles, so she could shop longer. She also enjoyed camping with her family and friends in Lake Luzerne, knitting and being outdoors in the spring weather. Denise loved spending time with her family and friends. She was a loving and forgiving mom, with a big heart and an adoring grandmother. Denise will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Over the years, she has opened her door and her heart to many neighborhood children, that considered her, their second mom.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by an infant sister and her aunts, Loretta Angus, Mary Barlow, Betty Scally and Sandra Chilson.

She is survived by her two sons, Arthur Smith and his wife, Shauna of Ticonderoga and Joseph Smith and his fiancée, Magen Taft of Hudson Falls; her three grandchildren, Haiden Smith, Ariel and Cole Smith; her two brothers, Anthony “Tony” Flores and his wife, Diane of Hudson Falls and Tracy Flores and his wife, Lynn of Fort Edward; the father of her children, Arthur Henry Smith of Texas; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and many wonderful friends.

Friends may call on Tuesday, May 24, 2016, from 10 to 12 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Graveside services will follow the calling hours on Tuesday at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Because of her love of nature’s beautiful landscape, the family appreciates any flowers sent to the funeral home in Denise’s memory.

Lila G. Smith

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Smith, LilaFORT EDWARD – Lila G. Smith, 88, a longtime Prospect St. resident, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 13, 2016.

Born on January 6, 1928, in Granville, she was the daughter of the late Maxie and Zedella (Howard) Daniels.

Her husband, John E. Smith, passed away before her.

Lila loved working in her yard.

In addition to her parents and husband, she is also predeceased by her siblings, Goldie Ives, Betty Corsall, Patricia Roberts and Donald Daniels.

Survivors include two brothers, Edward Daniels and his wife Patricia of South Glens Falls, Brian Daniels and his wife Marion of South Glens Falls; several nieces and nephews and two special nieces, Kim Nassivera and her significant other, Barry bowman of Fort Ann and Melanie Doty and her husband, Stephen of Fort Ann a special cousin, Carol Saladin and her husband, Ray of Fort Edward.

At Lila’s request, there are no public services.

Memorial donations in Lila’s memory may be made to the military organization of one’s choice.

Lila’s family would like to thank all her caregivers for their compassion and support

Mark E. Orlosky

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OrloskyQUEENSBURY – Mark E. Orlosky, 55, of Queensbury, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, May 15, 2016.

Born on April 22, 1961, in Casablanca, Morocco, he was the son of the late Richard and Patricia (Hess) Orlosky.

On October 31, 1996, he married Colleen Lindsay in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Mark was a Technical Supervisor for Frontier Communications. He also owned and operated Sound Designs with his son, Brandon.

He was a well-known local musician currently playing keyboard with “Dirt Cheap”. He and Brandon occasionally played together and worked together setting up sound systems for other bands.  Mark was a private pilot and owned a Cessna 172 and was a member of Aircraft Pilots Association.

He enjoyed vacationing in the Bahamas and helping anyone with anything at all. Mark loved sitting at the bar at the Harvest, having a Maker’s Mark Manhattan, served by his favorite bartender, Jayme.

Besides his parents, Mark was predeceased by his brother, Paul.

He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Colleen Orlosky of Queensbury; his son, Brandon Orlosky of Queensbury; his brothers and sisters, Matthew Orlosky of Johnstown, John Orlosky of Amsterdam, Luke Orlosky of Richardson, Texas, Jake Orlosky of Ventura, California, David Orlosky and his wife, Dawn, serving overseas with the US Navy, his twin sister Melissa Warren of Gloversville his sister, Rebecca Pecorino and her husband, Tony of Saratoga, Rachel Orlosky Apunte and her companion, Kirk of Albany, Lorena Orlosky of Los Angeles, CA, Martha Figueroa and her husband, Jorge of Gloversville; his father and mother in law, James and JoAnn Lindsay of Kingsbury; his sister in law, Erin Siaulnski and her husband, Stephen of Argyle; his brother in law Daniel Lindsay of Kingsbury; Mema; his much loved 28 nieces and nephews; as well as several cousins;  and his beloved dogs, Larry, Gizmo and Macie.

Friends may call on Saturday, from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Gospel Lighthouse Church on LaCrosse Street in Hudson Falls.

A service of remembrance will follow at 6 p.m. at the church, with Pastor Paul Mead, officiating.

Burial will be private.

A tribute to Mark, by his band Dirt Cheap, will take place Saturday at 10 p.m. at Sandy’s Clam Bar in Glens Falls.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be sent to the Mark Orlosky Music Scholarship Fund, Attention C. Meher, GHS Business Office, 234 Lincoln St., Gloversville, NY 12078 or an animal charity of one’s choice.

Theresa Grace Keech

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HUDSON FALLS – Theresa Grace Keech, 85, of Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 17, 2016, at Fort Hudson Health Care Facility.

Born August 17, 1930, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Noble and Grace (Garvin) Counter.

Theresa attended St. Mary’s Academy in Glens Falls.

On February 13, 1949, she married Arthur Keech at St. Mary’s Rectory in Glens Falls. Together they shared 52 years of marriage, until his passing on August 13, 2001.

Theresa had a great love for children and did many years of childcare, keeping in touch with many of the children she cared for throughout the years.  She always kept her home open to them.  Theresa was involved in the Fresh Air Fund, a member of the America Legion Auxiliary, Post 574, the VFW and the Mountain Side Grange.  In her younger years, Theresa enjoyed square dancing.  She enjoyed talking on the phone, but the most important piece of her life was her family.  She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Theresa was a loving and humble woman who will be missed by all who knew her.

Besides her parents and husband, Theresa was predeceased by her brothers, Jr, Bernard, Ned; several in laws, Joan, Jane, Gert, Mildred, Ernie, Leo, Charlie, Agnes, Dorothy; her step grandson, Jonathan Rogers and her special nephew, Toby Keech.

Survivors include her five children, Wayne Keech and his wife, Irene of Greenfield Center, Frederick Keech and his wife, Tina of Hudson Falls, James Keech and his companion, Sue Miller of St. Johnsville, Karen LaBarge and her husband, Tom of Hudson Falls, Kimberley Hall and her husband, Todd also of Hudson Falls; her ten grandchildren, Fred Keech, Jr., Benji Keech, Jennifer Bombard and her husband, Jamee, Jeremy Keech, Brock Keech and his wife, Theresa, James Keech, Kristina Weaver and her husband, Thomas, Tiffany Grace Prunty, Tianna Williams and her husband, Tyler and Brianna Theresa Prunty; her 18 great grandchildren, whom were all very special to her; several step grandchildren and step great grandchildren; her brothers, James Counters and his companion, Claire, Paul Counter and his wife, Pat, Edward Wells, Jr., Donald Keech and his wife, Marilyn, Raymond Keech, Dorothy Jones, and Emily Keech; several nieces, nephews, including her three special nieces, Lois, C.C. and Joanne; her Fresh Air daughter, Ruth Wright, and many other Fresh Air kids; her beloved cat, Bobbi and many other family and friends too numerous to name.

Theresa’s family wishes to extend a special thanks to the Fort Hudson Senior Day Services, her home health aides, and the staff and nurses on A-wing at Fort Hudson Health Care Facility, who took care of Theresa during her final days.

Friends may call on Tuesday, May 31, 2016, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A Funeral Service will be conducted at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, June 1, 2016, at the funeral home, with the Reverend Flossie Bates, officiating.

Burial will take place at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

Memorial donations in memory of Theresa may be made to The Community Hospice, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, New York 12886, the America Legion, Post 574, Museum Fund, 72 Pearl Street, Hudson Falls, New York 12839, Fort Edward Rescue Squad, 75 Schuyler St., Fort Edward, New York 12828 or the Fort Hudson Senior Day Services, 319 Broadway, Fort Edward, New York 12828.

Arthur R. Rivers, Sr.

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Rivers ArthurHUDSON FALLS -Arthur R. Rivers, Sr., 54, of Parry St., after a courageous battle with cancer, he went into the arms of the Lord, with his family by his side on Tuesday, May 17, 2016.

Born on February 3, 1962, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Roland and Geraldine (Brown) Rivers.

On October 20, 1979, he married Tina Winney in Fort Edward.

Art enjoyed hunting and fishing, riding his Harley and helping others.  He was particularly fond of his dogs, Shelby, Princess and Elsa.  Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his beloved grandchildren and was looking forward to the arrival of a new grandson, due in August. He also enjoyed playing pool in his pool league with his son for many years.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Skip Rivers and his sister Angel Rivers.

In addition to his wife of 36 years, Tina Rivers of Hudson Falls; Art is survived by a daughter, Amanda Benson and her husband Brian of Fort Ann;  his sons, Arthur R. Rivers Jr. and his wife, Deidre of Fort Edward and Nathan Benson of Hudson Falls; his grandchildren Jazmin Barrett, Gavin Benson and Skye Benson; his sisters and brothers, Nancy Winney and her husband, Clarence of Hudson Falls, Tammie Rivers and her companion Kevin Whiting of Hudson Falls, Billy Rivers of South Glens Falls, Tina Goodell and her husband, Kevin of Hudson Falls and Duane Rivers and his companion Kristina Preece of Hudson Falls; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Graveside services will take place 9 a.m. on Saturday, at St. Paul’s Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Arts family gives special thanks to Clara Laplant for her compassion and caring during Art’s final days.

Betty J. “Beebe” Stevens

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Stevens2 Stevens1HUDSON FALLS – Betty J. “Beebe” Stevens, 66, of Tripoli Road, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, on Monday, May 16, 2016, at Glens Falls Hospital.

Born August 18, 1949, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Willis Beebe and Dora C. (Johnson) Beebe.

Betty was a graduate of Granville School.

On June 10, 1972, she married Dennis Stevens in Granville.

Betty worked for Sherwood Medical and Mallinckrodt in Argyle for over 30 years.   She enjoyed bird watching, going to camp and puzzle books.  Spending time with her family was her biggest enjoyment, she even made a family diary in photo albums.

Besides her parents, Betty was predeceased by her two brothers, Richard J. Beebe and Thomas E. Beebe.

Survivors include her husband of 44 years, Dennis Stevens of Hudson Falls; her son, Jeffrey Stevens and his wife, Renee of Kingsbury; her two brothers, Robert Beebe and his wife, Gretchen and Timothy Beebe; several step grandchildren; her special sister-in-law, Joyce Wren; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call Friday, from 11 to 1 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls

A Funeral Service will follow the calling hours at 1 p.m.

Burial will follow at Morningside Cemetery in the town of Hartford.

Memorial donations in memory of Betty may be made to Glens Falls Hospital, 100 Park Street, Glens Falls, New York 12801.

Nicolette M. Gillman

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GillmanQUEENSBURY – Nicolette M. Gillman, 84, of Evergreen Lane, Queensbury, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2016.

Born August 8, 1931, in Hudson Falls, she was the daughter of the late James and Andonetta Battiste.

Known to family and friends as Nickie, she graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1950. 

Nickie married James T. Gillman in 1953, and they spent 50 years together until Jim’s passing in 2003.  They raised their family of four children in Hudson Falls, and retired to New Smyrna Beach, Florida, where Nickie and Jim were active in the Pine Island Association, and spent many wonderful years enjoying good weather, walks on the beach and visits with family and friends in Florida.

With Jim’s passing, Nickie returned to Queensbury, and made new friends at Cedars Senior Living Residence.  In 2012, she traveled to Giovinazzo, Italy, where her parents were born, and she discovered her cousins, Marie Battiste , Angelo Battiste and his wife Angela.  They enjoyed an ongoing friendship.

Nicolette Gillman was predeceased by her husband James, two sons, Scott and Daniel Gillman, granddaughter, Angela Gillman and sister Anna and brother-in- law Harold Bennett, and brothers-in-law Ernest Tarantino and Dale Jarvis.

She is survived by her daughter, Helena and husband Paul and children, Christopher, Matthew and Lauren of Garden City, NY; daughter-in-law, Julie Gillman and children, Nolan, Clare, Jean and Ian of Lake George; and son, Gary and his wife, Regina, and children, Alaina, Madeline and Andrew of Mooresville, North Carolina; and daughter-law, Patricia Gillman.  Additionally, she is survived by her brother, Dominic and wife Grace Fallacaro of Orange City, Florida; sister, Mary Tarantino of Schenectady; and sister, Florence Jarvis of Daytona Beach, Florida; sister-in-law, Caroline Suprenaut of Queensbury and brother-in-law, Robert Levison of Indian Lake; and many caring nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held at Carleton Funeral Home, 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, on Monday, May 16, 2016, from 3:00 pm to 7:00pm. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00am on Tuesday, May 17, 2016, at St. Mary’s – St. Paul’s Church, on the park in Hudson Falls followed by the Rite of Committal at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward

Nickie’s family suggests that memorial donations in her memory be made to The Charles R. Wood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital, 100 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801.

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

 

Joan DuFore

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DuforeSOUTH GLENS FALLS – Joan DuFore, 79, of South Glens Falls, went into the arms of the Lord, Monday, May 9, 2016.

Born on August 16, 1936, in Pittsfield, MA, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Josephine Carrow.

Joan was a graduate of the Hudson Falls Class of 1954.

She was a longtime employee of General Electric Co., in Fort Edward.

Joan enjoyed traveling all over the United States and antiquing with her beloved partner in life, Horace Dean.  Every year they looked forward to the New York State Fair, where they spent the week.  Most importantly, the center piece to Joan’s life was her family.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her partner, Horace Dean and her sister, Mildred Durphey.

Joan is survived by her daughters, Cynthia Carpenter and her husband, Michael of South Glens Falls and Michelle Scheetz of Pryor, OK; her grandchildren, Paul Zayachek and his wife, Amanda of Canandaigua, Melissa Moody and her husband, Brian of Pryor OK, Rachael Grey and her partner, Curtiss Clements of Rensselaer, Jennifer Rohr and her husband, Colby of Pryor, OK and Joshua Grey of South Glens Falls and eight great grandchildren.

There will be no calling hours.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m., on Thursday, at St. Michael the Archangel Church in South Glens Falls, with The Reverend Tony Childs, pastor, officiating.

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

The family would like to give a special thanks to all the home health aides, who came to help and take care of Joan and the Staff of Tower 2 at the Glens Falls hospital, who treated her extremely well.

Memorial donations in memory of Joan may be sent to the C.R. Wood Cancer Center, 102 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Carol H. (Foote) Mears

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MearsQUEENSBURY – Carol H. (Foote) Mears, 90, of The Glen at Hiland Meadows, Queensbury died Sunday, May 8, 2016 at The Stanton Nursing & Rehabilitation Centre in Queensbury.

Born August 14, 1925 at the farm home in the Durkeetown section of the Town of Fort Edward, she was the youngest daughter of Chester and Edna (Harsha) Foote. She always felt fortunate to have lived on progressive dairy farms where she could assist in the family business.

Carol attended the rural district #5 school and the Durkeetown Baptist Church, later the site of her wedding, all within a mile of her home. She enjoyed the one-room schoolhouse of 10 students and one teacher for the elementary grades, and then the Fort Edward Junior and Senior High School, where she graduated at 15 years of age as class valedictorian.

Carol was active in the Washington County 4-H program and was awarded a 10-day trip to the 1942 National 4-H Club Congress in Chicago. She earned a bachelor’s degree in 1946 in mathematics and science while dually enrolled in Liberal Arts and the School of Education at Syracuse University. Carol played French horn in the University’s marching band. Following graduation, she taught secondary mathematics at the Mexico Academy and Central School in Mexico, NY for two years.

On April 2, 1949 Carol married her husband of 67 years, William H. Mears of Kingsbury. They lived on the Mears family farm until 1957, when they moved to their own dairy farm on East Road in Fort Edward.

Carol was active with her husband, Bill in the Hudson Falls Baptist Church, and later in the Durkeetown Baptist Church, and in several farm organizations, especially the Tri-County Holstein Club and Washington County Farm Bureau Women. The dispersal sale of the registered Mears Meadows Holstein herd was held in 1985, and the farm was sold in divisions in 1999, the 50th year of their marriage. As a couple they visited several of the national parks, Hawaii and many of the other states, as well as Canada and the British Isles. They then retired to their “first apartment” located in Queensbury. For the last several years they have been members of the Pine Knolls Alliance Church in South Glens Falls.

Carol especially enjoyed being a homemaker, mother and grandmother. Photography, Bible studies and flower gardens were long time interests. She was an officer of the Glens Falls-Lake George Christian Women’s Club when it was established locally in 1975, and continued to be an active member for almost 30 years. She also assisted with the activities of the Fort Hudson Auxiliary at the Fort Hudson Health Center.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by an infant daughter (Susan) at birth in 1950 and her sisters, Margaret Labosier in 2003 and Adaline Savage in 2013.

Besides her husband, William Mears, she is survived by four daughters and their families, Margaret (Peg) Godin and her husband, Mark of South Hamilton, MA and their children, Maggie and her husband, Anthony and son , Ezekiel  of Pasadena, CA and Jonathan of Seattle, WA; Marcia Etu and her deceased husband, Dr. Paul Etu of Winchester, VA and their family, Eric Etu and his wife, Liza and daughter, Sabine of Walnut Creek, CA, Joshua Etu and his wife, Sarah and their children Julia, William and Brendan of Fredricksburg, VA, and Nathan Etu of Glens Falls, NY; Sally Dawson and her husband, Allen of Hernadon, VA and her daughter, Rebecca Seifried of Boston, MA; and Amy Teitsch and her husband, John of Wynantskill and her son, Alexander Mears as well as several cousins, nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Saturday from 12 Noon to 2 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A Memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. at the funeral home on Saturday, following the calling hours.

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

Ethel S. Bubbins

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SCHENECTADY – Ethel S. Bubbins, 96, formerly of Schenectady, passed away on Friday, May 6, 2016, at The Pines in Glens Falls.

Born on December 27, 1919, in Hudson Falls, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Anna Zolnowski.

Ethel was a 1936 graduate of Hudson Falls School and at the young age of 70, she graduated from Spencer Business School in Schenectady.

After high school, she married Victor Bubbins at St. Mary’s Church in Hudson Falls and shortly after their marriage, they moved to Schenectady.  Victor passed away in 1969.

Ethel worked as an administrative assistant and home health care aide for many years.   She was an active member and Eucharistic Minister at St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church in Schenectady.

Ethel and her family loved spending summers at her camp at Hadlock Pond.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by her son, Rodney Bobbins, her sisters, Estelle Francato and Genevieve Garrant and her great niece, Marcia (Francato) Perrin.

She is survived by her sister, Helen McCann; her grandson, Stephen Bobbins; her granddaughter, Alexis Carter; her great grandson, Alexander Carter; her nieces and nephews, Marc Francato, Ann Marie Francato, Kathleen McCann, Thomas McCann and his wife, Sharon, Richard McCann and Brian McCann; many great nieces and nephews; and numerous great great nieces and nephews.

There will be no calling hours.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the park in Hudson Falls, with Reverend Thomas Babiuch, pastor, officiating.

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

Ethel’s family would like to thank the third floor staff at The Pines in Glens Falls for their excellent care and kindness.

Arrangements are entrusted to Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Memorial donations may be sent to the charity of one’s choice.

Charlie Ritchie

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GLENS FALLS – Charlie Ritchie,72, of Webster Ave., passed away Thursday, April 28, 2016, at Albany Medical Center after a short illness.
Born May 4, 1943 in Brooklyn, he was the son of the late James and Dorothy Ritchie
Charlie lived many places in his lifetime. In his younger years he lived with his parents. Other years, he living at Letchworth Developmental Center, Westchester Developmental Center, Wilton Developmental Center, Sweet Road in Queensbury, and finally Wester Avenue in Glens Falls.
He was a distinguished man. He was routine oriented, orderly and not without humor. His idiosyncratic ways made for a personality unlike others. For instance, Charlie was the only person who knew the broom at his home should be kept in one place, and one place only. So, he was forced to go behind staff and return it to such a place many times. Charlie liked hats; especially baseball caps and demonstrated his gentleman like behavior by removing his hat at the dinner table. He like the outdoors and enjoyed tearing up and then shuffling cards in a large bowl.
Charlie was certainly a man who knew what he wanted; evident when he either grabbed a staff’s purse and brought it to her or gathered his shoes and coat- both indicative of a desire to go to Stewart’s convenience store for a snack. He was particularly interested in the Chronicle newspaper at Stewart’s which he reached for at each visit.
Charlie had a favorite chair at home where he sat and watched television. He chuckled every so often for what one could only assume was humorous, solely to him. Charlie was especially fond of jello and pudding. He checked the cupboards frequently, perhaps to ensure there was plenty. And, when he went to the grocery store, he made sure to reach for more. Charlie wasn’t much of a cook. It was obvious when he walked away laughing whenever staff asked him to help prepare desserts.
With his predictable mannerism and overall unique character, Charlie was a man who left an imprint upon all. He will be missed by the many staff who provided direct care and clinical support for him throughout his years. He will be missed by his peers and housemates, and will be missed by his advocate and friend Janis Murnane.
Friends may call on Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls.
The funeral service will follow the calling hour at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, at the funeral home, with the Reverend Paul Mead, officiating.
Burial will be private.

Michael R. Clum

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Clum, MichaelHUDSON FALLS – Michael R. Clum, 65, of Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 27, 2016, at Fort Hudson Health Care Facility in Fort Edward, after a battle with Alzheimer’s.

Born on April 13, 1951 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late George and Leonora (Fitzpatrick) Clum.

Michael was a proud 1971 graduate of South Glens Falls High School.

On August 9, 1975, he married Patricia Naylor at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.

He was a very hard worker, who sometimes held two or three jobs at a time to provide for his family.  For over 25 years, Michael was employed as an assistant manager and head of maintenance at Howard Johnson’s Motor Lodge.  Through the years, he worked various other jobs in the field of maintenance.

Michael was known by his beloved nieces as “Michael Michael Motorcycle” because of his love of riding his motorcycle.  He could be seen riding his Goldwing motorcycle the very second the last snowflake melted until the first snowflake flew.  Michael also enjoyed working on anything mechanical in his spare time.   He could be described as “jack of all trades, master of none.”  Michael could fix anything including his motorcycles.  He was very generous with his time.  He would be there at the drop of a hat to help anyone fix anything.     

The most important part of his life was his family.  He was a wonderful husband and father and will be greatly missed.  Through the years, Michael also became extremely close to his wife’s family.  He loved her siblings and many times acted as a father figure to his sisters in law.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters, Linda DuFour and Joan Rivers, his brother, Peter G. Clum and his father in law and mother in law, Robert and Ann Naylor.

Survivors include his loving wife of 40 years, Patricia Clum of Hudson Falls; his children, Robyn Clum Granger and her husband, Paul of Glens Falls and Casey Clum and his wife, Susan of Queensbury; his two sisters, Marion Kohls of Queensbury and Virginia Boisclair of South Glens Falls; his two brothers, Thomas Clum of Queensbury and his twin brother, David Clum of Panama City, FL; several brothers in law and sisters in law; and many nieces and nephews.

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

A Celebration of Michael’s life will follow the calling hours at 5 p.m., on Friday, at the funeral home.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Fort Hudson Health Care Facility for their compassion and the kind, gentle care they gave Michael and his family.

Donations in his memory may be made to Fort Hudson Health Care Facility, 319 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY  12828.