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Randy W. Kaetzel

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KaetzalHUDSON FALLS – Randy W. Kaetzel, 58, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2015, at Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Born May 30, 1957, in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late George L. and Nina (Meyers) Kaetzel.

Randy enjoyed going fishing, playing golf, and traveling. He was also a ham radio operator using the call sign KD6UJM.

Besides his parents, Randy was predeceased by his sister, Debbie Sue Kaetzel and his brother, Brian K. Kaetzel.

Survivors include his nephew, Chris Kaetzel and his wife, Stacy of Hudson Falls, his nephew, Patrick Kaetzel and his fiancé, Liz of Warrensburg, his nephew, Phillip Kaetzel of Hudson Falls, his niece, Gina Kaetzel of Hudson Falls, his sister, Patricia Lafferty and her husband, Raymond of Hudson Falls, his brother, Jeffrey Kaetzel and his wife, Barbara of Hudson Falls, his niece, Patty Lafferty of Queensbury and his sister, Becky Kaetzel of Long Island.

Friends may call on Tuesday, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls.  A prayer will be offered at the conclusion of calling hours.

Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations in memory of Randy may be sent to Hudson Falls Fire Department, 200 Main Street, Hudson Falls, New York 12839.

E. Violet “Vi” Jones

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Jones, ViHUDSON FALLS – E. Violet “Vi” Jones, 90, of Hudson Falls, died peacefully on Wednesday, October 14, 2015.

Born on May 28, 1925 in Flint, MI, she was the daughter of the late Christian and Jessie (Hanes) Andersen.   Vi’s father immigrated to the United States from Denmark and her mother came from Canada.

She was very proud to have served her country in the United States Marines during World War II as a machinist.

On August 25, 1946, Vi married Dick Jones at St. Mary’s Church in Hudson Falls. Dick passed away on  January 21, 1999, after 52 years of marriage.

Vi had several jobs working as a switchboard operator, cashier and catheter maker.  Her home was also very important to her where she enjoyed crocheting and knitting for her family.

In her younger years, Vi enjoyed roller skating with her husband, Dick.  She also loved playing guitar, learning to play when she was just a child.   Vi liked to read, especially novels written by Stephen King, Agatha Christie and Dean Koontz.  She also loved dogs, including her late dogs, Laddie and Rusty.   Vi was very proud to have her pilot’s license and before joining the Marines, she was a Corporal in the Civil Air Patrol.

She was a good mom and a wonderful provider.  Vi supported and encouraged her children to do anything they wanted to do.  Her family always came first.

Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her eldest son, Dickie Jones; her sister, Isobel Mills; and her step mother Betty.

Survivors include her children, Wayne Jones of Hudson Falls, Chris Jones and his wife, Cheryl of Hudson Falls, Shelly Breton and her husband, Jerry Emery of Hudson Falls and Kyle Jones and his husband, Lou Barrett of Warrensburg; nine grandchildren, Wayne II, Heidi, Nic “Chance”, Ricky, Shannon, Jeremy, Heather, Brandi and Josh; many great grandchildren; her sisters, Edna Andersen of Queensbury and Elsie VanVranken of Hudson Falls; her half brother, Eric Andersen of MI; her step brothers all of MI; several nieces, nephews and cousins ; and her dog, Rascal.

Burial will be in the spring, April 29, 2016 at 1 p.m. at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to The North Shore Animal League, 16 Lewyt Street, Port Washington, NY 11050.

 

Aahva Gregor

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LAKE GEORGE  – Aahva Gregor, born October 13, 2015, passed away in the arms of his loving mother and father, October 14, 2015 at Glens Falls Hospital.

Aahva’s brief life brought a lifetime of memories and love to his parents that will impact their lives forever.  We will love him forever, we will like him always, as long as we live, our baby he will be.

Aahva survivors include his parents, Robert and Nerisha (Talip) Gregor; his big brothers, Joseph and Maxwell Gregor; his grandparents, Dawn Sova and Nazeem and Kamini Talip; his great grandparents, Bhagratie Mangal and Shaharoon Talip; as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Angel Names Association, P.O. Box 423, Saratoga Springs, New York 12886.

The graveside service will be conducted Sunday, at 1 p.m., at Evergreen Cemetery in the town of Lake George with the Pastor Ali Trowbridge, officiating.

Dr. Barbara Elizabeth Chick

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Chick #1QUEENSBURY – Dr. Barbara Elizabeth Chick, 86 of Queensbury, NY died on Tuesday, October 13, 2015, after a short illness.

Dr. Chick was born April 25, 1929 in Boston, MA, the daughter of the late Justin Ivan and Inez Elizabeth Chick.

She attended grade school and high school in Cornish, Maine, then attended Bates College in Lewiston, Maine where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in 1950. Dr. Chick subsequently earned her Master’s degree in Science at the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana and her Doctorate in Medicine at Woman’s Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1959. Her medical practice after internship in Portland, Oregon and residency in Buffalo, NY was limited to Radiology with sub-specializations in Radiation Therapy and Nuclear Medicine at the Glens Falls Hospital. Dr Chick also served with Project HOPE as staff radiologist aboard the “Hope Ship” in Nicaragua, Central America in 1966. She was board certified by the American college of Radiology in 1964 and the American College of nuclear medicine in 1972.  She achieved Fellowship in the American College of Radiology in 1979.

Dr. Chick retired from full-time practice at Glens Falls in 1984 to assume the acting directorship of The Albany Area Radiation Therapy Program in Albany, NY.

For the remainder of her active professional life, Dr. Chick provided coverage in Radiation Therapy for Riverview Cancer Care Center in Rexford, NY, Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, NY and Glens Falls Hospital, Glens Falls, NY.

During her professional career, she was active in the Warren County Medical Society, serving as Secretary and President, The American Cancer Society, also serving as President, The Northeastern NY Radiological Society and The New York Chapter of The American College of Radiology having served as President for one or more years in each.  Dr. Chick was also active at the national level of The American College of Radiology, where she served as Councilor for the New York Chapter, and was appointed as a Chancellor of the Board of the American College of Radiology.   After chairing the Commission of Radiologic Practice for six years, she was elected to the office of Vice-President of the College, the first woman to be elected to that office.

In addition to her medical pursuits, Dr. Chick was an active member of the local boating community, including both the US Power Squadron and The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, in which she served at Flotilla, Division and District level. She participated in three OPERATION SAIL celebrations in 1976, 1986, & 1992 respectively. Subsequently Dr. Chick worked as the Boat Crew Qualification Coordinator for the Northern Area of the First Coast Guard District (SR) of New York, this area extending from Burlington, VT to Governors Island, NY.

She also served on the boards of several local non-profit organizations, including Greater Adirondack Home Aides and The Lake George Association, of which she was elected president from 1992 through 1995. Dr. Chick was also a Certified Basketball Official through the Women’s Athletic Association.

Her interest in her colleges has led to the dedication of a Biology Lab at Bates College and the endowment of The Barbara E. Chick, M.D., Clinical Educational and Assessment Center of the Medical College of Pennsylvania and Hahnemann University of School of Medicine at Drexel University.

Remembrances may be made by donations to the Radiation Oncology Department of The Glens Falls Hospital, 100 Park St., Glens Falls, NY or the SPCA of Upstate New York, P.O. Box 171, Hudson Falls, NY or The American Cancer Society, Warren – Washington County Unit, 959 Rte.9, Mount Royal Plaza, Queensbury, NY 12804.

A memorial service is to be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls with the Rev. Bruce Hersey, officiating.

Interment is to be at a later date in Evergreen Cemetery in Portland Maine.

Vytautas “Victor” Paliulis

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PalivlisGANSEVOORT – Vytautas “Victor” Paliulis, 72, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2015, at his beloved farm in Gansevoort.

Born on July 25, 1943, in Bartininkai, Lithuania, he was the son of the late Vitoldas and Viktorija Paliulis.

On June 16, 1973, he married Maria Petraccone in Barre, MA.

Victor was a self employed farmer in Gansevoort.  He loved farming, his tractors, talking to people, polka music and farm related auctions.

In addition to his parents, Victor is predeceased by a son Matthew.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Maria; his daughters, Leocadia and Sarah; his sons Vincent and Jurgis; his biological grandchildren, Vincent and Gilbert; his sister Biruta; and several step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

All services are private and donations in Victor’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Carleton Funeral home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Roscoe N. “Rocky” Harrington

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HarringtonHUDSON FALLS – Roscoe N. “Rocky” Harrington, 79, a longtime Hudson Falls resident, went into the arms of the Lord, on Monday, October 5, 2015, at Indian River Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Granville.

Born February 23, 1936, in Fort Edward, he was the son of the late Roscoe E. and Doris (LaPlace) Harrington.

Roscoe was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School.   He worked as a foreman for Native Textiles in Glens Falls. In his younger years, he was a garage mechanic at the Texaco Station on Sherman Avenue.

He enjoyed talking to many people through Ham and CB radio.  Roscoe also enjoyed going shopping and going out to eat.  He was a member of the Adirondack Armature Radio Club.  Rocky was also a member of the Fort Edward/Hudson Falls 60 Plus Senior Citizens.

Besides his parents, Roscoe was predeceased by his nephews, Thomas J. McIntosh and James Rozzele.

Survivors include his four sisters, Barbara M. Hall and her husband, Ronald B. of South Glens Falls, Doris J. McIntosh and her companion, Carl Aldous of Gansevoort, Patricia Lee Harrington and her companion, Thomas Prouty of Newcomb and Elsie Doloph of Florida; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Thursday from 11 to 1 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls.

The funeral service will follow calling hours at 1 p.m., at the funeral home.

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

Memorial donations in memory of Roscoe may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 4 Pine West Plaza, Suite 405, Albany, New York 12205.

“Thanks for being part of my day.”

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

The family would like to thank the staff at the Indian River Nursing Center for all their care and support given to Rocky and his family.

Bernard “Bernie” McCullough

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HUDSON FALLS – Bernard “Bernie” McCullough, 84, formerly of Kelly Avenue and most recently of the Oaks, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2015.

Born May 23, 1931 in Burlington VT, he was the son of the late Harold and Irma (Larrow) McCullough.

He served with the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War.

On February 24, 1952, he married Rosemary Cavanaugh in St. Mary’s Church in Hudson Falls.

Mr. McCullough was a carpenter millwright with Local 229 and worked with various contractors and MLB in Latham.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his four sisters, Leah Waite, Elizabeth Jarvis, Uta Depew and Romona Bartholomew, died before him.

Survivors besides his wife of 63  years, Rosemary McCullough of Hudson Falls, include two sons, Patrick McCullough, DDS and his wife, Paula, of Queensbury and Steven McCullough and his wife, Margaret, of Gansevoort; one daughter, Colleen Mahar and her husband, Thomas, of Glens Falls; two sisters, Anna St. Jacques of Plattsburg and Phyllis Russell and her husband, Peter, of Fort Edward; six grandchildren, Shamus McCullough, Carly McCullough, DDS, Erin McCullough, Kevin McCullough, Katie Mahar and Kristopher Mahar; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There are no calling hours scheduled.

Graveside services with full military honors, will be conducted 2 p.m., Friday,  at Pine View Cemetery in the town of Queensbury.

The family suggests memorial donations to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828 or the Cornerstone Soup Kitchen, 293 1/2 Main St, Hudson Falls NY12839.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Martin J. Larrow

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LarrowHUDSON FALLS – Martin J. Larrow, 90, of Maynard Street and most recently of the Oaks in Fort Edward, passed away, peacefully at his son David and his companion Cathy’s home, on, Sunday, October 4, 2015, with his family by his side.

Born on November 1, 1924 in Proctor, Vermont, he was the son of the late Joseph and Beatrice (Carr) Larrow.

Martin joined the Navy and served his country during World War II, as a machine gunner on a “Liberty Ship”.   Martin traveled completely around the world and in every theatre of the war.

When he returned from the war, Martin began working at Griffin Lumber Company as a truck driver.  He then joined the carpenter’s union and was employed by many construction companies, all over the United States.  Martin became a supervisor for several large companies, such as Brown & Root, retiring in 1993.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his four brothers, Charles, Donald, Richard and Joseph Larrow, his sisters, Jane Thayer-Seymore and Beatrice Rayno.

Survivors include his seven children, Theresa Wood and her husband, James, David Larrow and his companion, Cathy Leahmann, Barbara Birch and her husband, Dwayne, Jeffrey Larrow and his wife, Jan, Jerry Larrow and his wife, Nancy, Janet Brayman and Marie McKinney and her husband, Paul; several  grandchildren, great grandchildren and one great great grandson; his brother, Ken Larrow; his sister, Mage Kokenberg; his brother in law, David Rayno; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no calling hours and funeral.

Martin’s family would like to thank the many friends he had at the Oaks for their kindness and friendship for the past several years of his life.

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

Memorial donations in Martin’s memory may be sent to North Country Wild Care, P.O. Box 63, Lake George, NY 12845.

Sylvia M. Zerblus

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HUDSON FALLS – Sylvia M. Zerblus, 95, a long time resident of Hudson Falls, most recently of Westmount Health Care Facility in Queensbury, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 28, 2015 at Westmount Health Care Facility, surrounded by her devoted friend, Dorothy Michon and Tom and Joann Cummings.

Born January 1, 1920 in Montreal, Canada of French Canadian parents, she came to the United States as a young child and as her father was naturalized, she became a U. S. citizen.

Sylvia lived for awhile in California before moving with her parents to Hudson Falls.  She was employed for a few years at General Electric in Fort Edward as a millworker.

Until 2013, when Sylvia went to Westmount Health Care Facility, she had lived alone.  A cousin, Alfred, who lives near the Canadian border, survives.

Her true supporter and champion for over two decades was the late Richard Michon of Hudson Falls.   All of Sylvia’s affairs and needs were handles by Richard with loyalty and true devotion.  He and Sylvia had such a close bond that all could see and appreciate.

A very special “thank you” is extended to the doctors, nurses and staff at Westmount Health Care Facility for the compassionate care and love given to Sylvia during her time there.

There will be no calling hours per Sylvia’s request.

The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2015 at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the park in Hudson Falls.

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

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

Mary C. (Bacon) Benson

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HUDSON FALLS – Mary C. (Bacon) Benson passed away peacefully with her family by her side at home and went into the arms of the Lord on September 26, 2015. She was 87.

Mary was a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother who always put her family first.   She will be remembered most for her unselfishness, her kind heart, her never ending smile and the endless love for her family.  She will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.   Mom, Gram, Narnie, Sister, was one of a kind.

Upon her request, there will be no services.

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

Joan K. Dickinson Clemons

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ClemonsPUTNUM STATION – Joan K. Dickinson Clemons, 71, of Putnam Station, went into the arms of the Lord, on Saturday, September 19, 2015, at Haynes House of Hope in Granville.

Born on January 27, 1944, in Moreau, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Katherine (LaFoy) Dickinson.

Joan was a graduate of St. Margaret’s Nursing College.

On October 29, 1988, she married Earl R. Clemons, Jr. in Fort Ann. In total, Joan and Earl have been together for 37 years.

For over 20 years, she worked at Hallmark Nursing Center in Glens Falls and for many years, Joan worked with the handicapped and elderly at WWARC,  ARC and at the Station.

She volunteered her time at the Thrift Shop in Crown Point and was a firefighter 23 years and auxiliary member of the Putnam Volunteer Fire Company.  Joan was the first woman in the Fire Advisory Board in Washington County.

In addition to her parents, Joan was predeceased by her brother, Wallace “Skip” Dickinson and her foster parents, Elizabeth and James Mitchel.

Survivors include her husband, Earl R. Clemons, Jr. of Putnam Station; her children, Cheryl Roy and her husband, Carl of Glens Falls, Kevin Jordan and his wife, Kate of Milton, William Jordan of Glens Falls, Charles L. Jordan and James Jordan, both of Fort Edward, Mary McCoy of Queensbury; her step children, Kyle Clemons and his companion, Angela of Dresden, Thomas Clemons and his wife, Krissy of Whitehall and Darren Clemons of Glens Falls; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; her brothers and sisters, Myron “Mike” Dickinson and his wife, Maxine of Hudson Falls and Harriet Humanson of Hudson Falls; her foster brothers, Dickey Mitchel and Dave Mitchel and his wife, Barbara; her mother in law, Trudy Dixon; and several nieces, nephews and cousins; and her special special companion, her dog, Little Buddy.

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

Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Friday, at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Memorial donation may be sent to the American Cancer Society, 959 Route 9 Mount Royal Plaza, Queensbury, NY 12804.

Olai J. Borlang, Jr,

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borlangHUDSON FALLS – Olai J. Borlang, Jr, 88, of Burgoyne Avenue, passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2015, at the Fort Hudson Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Fort Edward, following a long illness.

Born on August 30, 1927 in Whitehall, he was the son of the late Olai J. and Birdsell (Carter) Borlang, Sr.

Before graduating from Whitehall Central School, Olai entered the United States Navy.  He was very proud to have served his country during World War II, on the USS Tolman.  During his first tour, on Christmas Eve, Olai had the opportunity to visit Nagasaki, Japan, to see the devastation after the atomic bomb.    The family has a picture of him standing next to the Urakim Cathedral in Nagasaki.   Following his first tour of duty in the Navy, Olai then returned to Whitehall High School and received his diploma.   Upon graduation, he was called to a second tour of duty, where he served in the Korean Conflict.  During this time, Olai was proud to have crossed the international dateline. 

He was a talented cabinet maker and for several years, he did carpentry for General Electric in Hudson Falls and Fort Edward.  Olai was a member of the Carpenter’s Union.

On September 27, 1974, he married Addie (Warren) Bailey.  They have been married for 41 wonderful years.

Olai took his retirement seriously, by watching TV and fishing.  Every summer and weekends for much of the year he spent his time fishing at his camp on Green Pond.  Olai loved having his family and friends at “The Pond”.   Every September while the family was apple picking, Olai would be at the camp making chili and waiting for everyone to come back to eat and make apple pies.    

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his three sisters, Corrine, Beatrice and June.

Survivors include his wife, Addie Borlang of Hudson Falls; his three children, Nancy Greenwood and her husband, Walter of Glens Falls, John Borlang and his companion, Janet Rabideau of Hudson Falls and Jan Sherlock and her husband, Mark of Queensbury; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Monday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home.

Burial with military honors provided by American Legion Post 574 of Hudson Falls, will follow at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Olai’s family suggests the memorial donations in Olai’s memory be made to Alzheimer’s Association Northeastern New York Chapter, 4 Pine West Plaza, Suite 405, Albany, NY  12205.