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Phyllis M. Collins

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Collins, PMOREAU – Phyllis M. Collins, 76, of the town of Moreau, passed away February 5, 2015, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born November 30, 1938, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late William J. and Ernestine Hoag.

Phyllis graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1956.

On June 21, 1959, Phyllis married Paul H. Collins, Sr. at St. Mary’s Church in Hudson Falls.  He passed away July 9, 2014.

In Phyllis’ earlier years she waitressed at several locations, but her favorite job was as a business owner of Smoke Rise Campgrounds in Pottersville, in which she and her husband previously owned.

Phyllis enjoyed knitting, crocheting, going camping, water skiing, bowling, cooking and playing cards.  Most of all, Phyllis enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Besides her parents and husband, Phyllis was predeceased by her brother in law, Sanford A. “Skip” Collins, her sister in law, Jean Collins and her brother in law, Ronald Rich

Survivors include her children, Lori Collins-Strassburg and her husband, Walt, Paul H. Collins, Jr., and his wife, Laurie, Brian D. Collins and his partner, Kara Moak, all of Moreau; six granchildren, Walter P. Strassburg and his wife, Jennifer of Rochester, Robert Strassburg, Courtney Collins, Cari Collins, Emily Collins and Alyssa Collins, all of Moreau; her great grandson, Walter S. Strassburg of Rochester; her sister, Sharlene Rich of Moreau; her brother in law, Ted Collins and his wife, Joanne of Moreau; one aunt, Jeanette Hoag of Hudson Falls as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

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

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, at 10 a.m., at the funeral home.

Burial will take place at a later date, in the spring, at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Donations in memory of Phyllis may be to the Moreau Emergency Squad Inc., 1583 Rte. 9, Moreau, New York, 12828.

Lillian A. Valyer

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GANSEVOORT – Lillian A. Valyer, 84, of Brownville Rd passed away February 4, 2015, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on July 27, 1930, in Argyle, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Gertrude (Clark) Desourdy.

On August 7, 1948, she married Lester Valyer in Hudson Falls.

Lillian enjoyed knitting, sewing, and crafts, was a great cook and was well known at the local farmer’s market where she sold her fresh vegetables, fruits and homemade jams.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by two sisters, Harriet McDonnell and Clara Plantey and one brother, John Desourdy.

She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Lester Valyer of Gansevoort; her eight children, Lillian O’Hanlon and her husband, Bill of FL, Linda Gifford and her husband, Bill of Gansevoort, Lester Valyer, Jr. and his wife, Sue of NC, Laura Morse of Gansevoort, Lorraine Burton and her husband, Bill of Gansevoort, Lizbeth Benhart and her husband, Mike of NC, Lois Shoots and her husband, Mike of TN and Lisa Valyer of Gansevoort; 19 grandchildren; 34+ great-grandchildren; several great-great grandchildren; her brothers, Frank Desourdy and Marvin Desourdy and his wife, Margie of Hudson Falls;  many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., in Hudson Falls.

A service will be conducted at the funeral home at 6:30 p.m., following the calling hours, with the Rev. Flossie Bates, officiating.

Lillian’s family suggests that memorials in her memory be made to the Alzheimer’s Assoc., 4 Pine West Plaza 405, Albany, NY 12205.

Arthur E. Waters

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Waters2Waters3HUDSON FALLS – Arthur E. Waters, 72, of Brook Road, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 3, 2015.

Born on November 4, 1942, in Green Island, NY, he was the son of the late Edward and Lorraine (VanNess) Waters.

After high school, Art served with the US Marine Corps as a member of the landing team, whose purpose was to make Marines ready for action and to provide good will to the people on the islands, they protected.  He was honorably discharged on March of 1964 as a Corporal.

In 1963, he married Charlene LaMere at St. Mary’s Church in Glens Falls.

He retired from Norlite in Cohoes.

He was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.  Art also was a founding member of Hudson Falls Girls Softball, serving as board member for many years.  He coached Tri-County Middle League Softball League, Hudson Falls Little League and assisted his daughter, Kim as Varsity Softball coach.  Art worked for the Hudson Falls recreation program.  When the Hudson Falls Sports budget failed, he organized a softball tournament to raise funds for the Hudson Falls athletes.  He was an avid softball player and was known as the “The Arc of Derby Park”.  He also umpired softball at Jenkinsville Field and Derby Park. He enjoyed playing broom ball on Glen Lake as well as ice hockey at Derby Park.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers in law, Ovid LaMere and Cletus LaMere and his sisters in law, Eunice Clark and Elva Daniels.

He is survived by his sweetheart since the age of 15, Charlene (LaMere) Waters of Hudson Falls; his two daughters, Kelly Leclaire and her significant other, Jeff Dunn of Hudson Falls and Kimberley Waters-White and her husband, Anthony of Hudson Falls; four grandchildren, Kieran Waters White, Korey Anthony White, Kerry Patrick White and Hayley Pamela Leclaire; one brother, John “Jack” Waters of Hudson Falls; his sister, Kathleen Paige and her husband, James of Fort Ann; his sister in law, Sandra Backus and her husband Robert of Gansevoort and his brothers in law, Russell LaMere and his wife, Keeta of Queensbury,  Keith LaMere and his wife, Michele of Florida, Chuck Clark of Gansevoort; his sister in law Donna LaMere of Queensbury. He is also survived by a nephew, whom he and Charlene raised from the age of 12,  Bret LaMere; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Friday, February 6, 2015, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

The Funeral Mass will be celebrated 9 a.m. on Saturday, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the park in Hudson Falls.

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

Pall Bearers will be Matt Backus, Mike Backus, Nate Mattison, Rolland Schenk, Roger Ovitt and Kurt Schaffer.

Instead of flowers, the family has requested donations be sent to a charity for the elderly.

Florence F. Weber

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WeberGRANVILLE – Florence F. Weber, 82, of Holbrook Adult Home, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2015 at the Glens Falls Hospital, after a long illness.

Born on February 25, 1932 in Fort Edward, she was the daughter of the late Angelo and Delia Catalfamo.

Although she was born in Fort Edward, Florence lived the majority of her life in California with her husband, Robert Weber.   He passed away in July of 2012, after many wonderful years of marriage.

Florence enjoyed spending time walking with her friends every morning.  She loved listening to music and delighted in nature.   Florence watched the birds flock to her window and created all sorts of beautiful crafts. 

After the loss of her husband, she moved back to Hudson Falls to be with her nephew and his wife, Lawrence and Ilene Moak.  They cared for her until she moved to the caring community of Holbrook Adult Home in Granville.  Florence loved living there, where she was loved and treated like family.

Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her siblings, Frances Bonnoyer, James Catalfamo, Anthony Catalfamo, Mary Schenk, Louis Catalfamo, Phyllis Moak, Candaloro Catalfamo and Carmella Catalfamo.

Survivors include her brother, John Catalfamo of Hudson Falls; her nephew, Lawrence Moak and his wife, Ilene, also of Hudson Falls; and many special nieces and nephews.

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

Funeral Services will follow the calling hours at 1 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Thomas Babiuch, pastor of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church of Hudson Falls, officiating.

Burial will be in the spring at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

The family wishes to thank Holbrook Adult Home and the Glens Falls Hospital for the wonderful care and compassion given to Florence and her family.

Memorial donations in Florence’s memory may be sent to the SPCA of Upstate NY, 588 Queensbury Ave., Queensbury, NY  12804 or Holbrook Adult Home, 73 North St., Granville, NY  12832.

John H. (Abare) Bezio

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bezio2BezioFORT EDWARD – John H. (Abare) Bezio, 84, of Seminary Street, passed away peacefully at Glens Falls Hospital on Sunday, February 1, 2015.

Born on January 18, 1931, in Ticonderoga, he was the son of the late Mr. & Mrs. Henry Bezio.

At age 17, John served his country in the United States Army, where he was wounded during  the Korean War.  After serving our country, John started driving truck for Northeastern Products in Warrensburg.  He was a hard working man who loved his job.

In 1972, John married Patricia Borden.  She passed away in 1985 after spending many wonderful years together.

John enjoyed fishing on Lake Champlain.  Every weekend you could find him throwing a line in, whatever the season. He made many cherished memories camping on Lake Champlain with his family.   He also enjoyed hunting in his younger years.  John was a master of everything, he could build anything.  He was a skilled mechanic and carpenter.  Most of all, John was a great father and provider.  He always made sure his family was taken care of and put their needs above his own.  His most precious times were with his daughter, Tammy, who made sure that he was cared for and comforted every day.   John also loved his dogs, Hercules and Midget.

Besides his father and wife, John was predeceased by his two brothers, Vernal and Ronnie Bezio, and his two sisters, Doris Trainor and Raydeen Jenkins.

Survivors include his four children, Connie Colvin and her husband, Frank,  Robert Abare and his fiancée, Janet Ives, William Abare, and his fiancée, Becky Harrington, all of Fort Edward and Tammy Wright and her husband, Eric of Glens Falls; his two grandchildren, Jonathan Wright and Nicholas Abare; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

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

A Funeral Service will follow the calling hours, at 6 p.m., on Wednesday, at the funeral home, with the Reverend Thomas Babiuch, pastor of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls, officiating.

Burial will be in the spring, at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Memorial donations may be made to The Wounded Warriors Project, 7020 AC Skinner Parkway, Suite 100, Jacksonville, FL  32256 or the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Robert “Bob” Gleason

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GleasonHUDSON FALLS – Robert “Bob” Gleason, 86, of William Street, died peacefully on Saturday, January 31, 2015, at the Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by his children.

Born October 22, 1928 in Auburn, NY, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Warter) Gleason.

He served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II.

On June 3, 1950, he married Beverly Knobel at St. Paul’s Church, formerly in Hudson Falls.   They were married 50 years when she died on July 21, 2000.

Bob worked for over 40 years for the General Electric Company in the Hudson Falls and Fort Edward plants, retiring in 1987 as a Unit Manager.

Bob’s faith was important to him as a longtime communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.      He enjoyed stamp collecting and watching the New York Yankees and the NY Giants.   For the past 20 years, he researched the family genealogy.    Bob loved technology, and had one of the first personal computers.   He also enjoyed woodworking.  Bob made beautiful furniture and toys for his family and friends.  He was also an avid reader and a student of history.  Bob always enjoyed getting into a good political debate.

Survivors include four children, Michael D. Gleason and his husband, J. Timothy Breen of Queensbury, Elaine K. Gleason and her husband, Colin Dermody, of Loudonville, Nancy Groenwegen and her husband, Paul, of Glenmont and Linda G. Michaud and her husband, Paul, of Hudson Falls; two grandsons, Tylor Michaud of Hudson Falls and Philip Groenwegen of New Haven, CT; his step granddaughter, Erin Dermody of Boston, MA; his brother, Daniel Gleason and his wife, Virginia, of South Glens Falls; and one niece and four nephews.

At Bob’s emphatic request, there will be no calling hours.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 am on Saturday, February 7, 2015, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, on the park in Hudson Falls, with the Rev. Thomas Babiuch, pastor, officiating.

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

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Upstate New York/Vermont, 5 Computer Drive West, Albany, NY 12205.

The family wishes to thank the Cardiac Care Unit staff at the Glens Falls Hospital for the competent and compassionate care given to Bob and his family during the last four days of his life.

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

Josephine E. Noble

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NobleHUDSON FALLS – Josephine E. Noble, 90, formerly of Dubes Road and Moss Street Apartments, went into the arms of the Lord, surrounded by her loving family at the Glens Falls Hospital, on Wednesday, January 28, 2015.

Born on July 25, 1924, in Warrensburg, she was the daughter of the late Ernest C. and Agnes (Lyng) Whipple.

On September 16, 1942, she married Floyd G. Noble, in Kingsbury.  He passed away on November 28, 1990, after 48 wonderful years of marriage.  When her husband was alive, they were always together.  He was the love of her life.  At night time they always made time for Bible reading and prayer.

Josephine was a member of the Kingsbury Wesleyan Church on Green Barn Road.  She was a very artistic lady, who made beautiful wedding cakes, crafted ceramics and enjoyed crocheting. Josephine was very creative, if it was a craft, she could make it.    Josephine also  raised and groomed her poodles, which she sold.

She  was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother.   Josephine  loved spending time with her children and grandchildren and always wanted to be surrounded by them.    She was always there to help her family.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her daughter, Linda Jane Noble, her sisters, Ruth LaPoint and Reva Ball.

She is survived by her six children, Gerald Noble and his wife, Alice of Hudson Falls, Carol Wolfe and her husband, George of Schuylerville, Stan Noble and his wife, Jean of Hartford, Darlene Wilson and her husband, David of Fort Edward, Barbara Harbison and her husband, Ross of East Aurora and Richard Noble and his wife, Debbie of Argyle; 12 grandchildren, Rachel Cullen and her husband, Michael, Jeannette Jensen and her husband, Bob, Tammy Lawrence and her husband, Douglas, Terry Wolfe and his wife, Jennifer, Debbie Wolfe, Jessica Rickard, Heather Noble, Aaron Noble, Marsha Bates and her husband, Dan, Heath Wilson and his wife, Donna, Patsy Noel and her husband, Frank, Scott Pestinger and his wife, Alais, Matthew Noble and his wife, Shawna and Crystal Noble; many great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Saturday, January 31, 2015 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will follow at 5 pm on Saturday, at the funeral home, with the Reverend Loren Gage, pastor of the Kingsbury Wesleyan Church, officiating.

Burial will be in the spring at Moss Street Cemetery.

The family would like to thank the staff at the Home of the Good Shepherd in Moreau for the exceptional loving care given to Josephine during her stay.

Memorial donations may be made to the Home of the Good Shepherd, 198 Bluebird Road, Moreau, NY 12803.

Lois Ruth Wheeler

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WheelerHUDSON FALLS – Lois Ruth Wheeler, 89, of 153 John Street, Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully after a short illness Tuesday, January 27 surrounded by her loving family.

Lois was born November 9, 1925, in Fort Ann, to Fredrick Clayton Howard Sr. and Kathyl Francis (Patterson) Howard.

Lois met the love of her life, Amos Wheeler, and they were united in marriage on October 23, 1944.  They recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary.   Lois was a housewife her entire life, and raised 9 children. 

She was the matriarch of her family and ran a tight ship.

Lois enjoyed reading, playing dice, word search puzzles, watching Wheel of Fortune and old westerns on TV, taking rides to Ponderosa in Rutland Vt, talking with her daughter Sandy every morning and laughing with her daughter-in-law Barbara, whom she had a very special bond with, but most of all she enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, especially her grandson Jeff.

Lois was predeceased by her parents and siblings, Marilyn, Alice, and Fred.

She is survived by her husband Amos, her children Jeanne Morris of Hudson Falls, Betty Beal and her husband Tim, of Hudson Falls, Sandra  Potter and her husband Daniel,  of Las Vegas Nevada, Kathyl Lyons and her husband Tom, of South Carolina, Gary Wheeler of Glens Falls, Howard Wheeler of Fort Ann, Lori Eggleston and her companion, Clark Condon of Moreau, Randy Wheeler and his wife Barb,  of Hartford,  Jeffrey Wheeler and his wife April, of Argyle, and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great, great, grandchildren.  She is also survived by her sister Beatrice Howard at the Pines in Glens Falls.

Friends may call from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. 68 Main St., in Hudson Falls.

At 3 p.m. Sunday (Following the calling hours) a service will be conducted at the funeral home with the Rev. Patti Girard., pastor of the Hartford Yoked Parish, officiating.

Burial, in the spring, will take place at Brown Cemetery in the town of Fort Ann.

Lois’s family suggested that memorial donations in her memory be made to the American cancer Society, 959 State Rte 9, Mount Royal Plaza, Queensbury, NY 12804.

Diane L. Koehler

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KoehlerGANSEVOORT – Diane L. Koehler, 75, of Gansevoort and formerly of Long Island, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2015 at West Mount Health Facility, after a long illness.

Born January 30, 1939 in Long Island she was the daughter of the late Wilmont and Emma (Yarczinski) Sofield.

She was a graduate of Hemstead High School in Long Island.  She worked as an administrator at MetLife in Kingston.

Diane enjoyed playing golf, going to the beach and taking walks on the Boardwalk.  She was an active member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.  Diane loved children and was a good grandma.  It was always about “the children”.  She took care of her mother for 15 years until her passing.  Diane lived on Long Island until her mother passed away and then moved up north to be near her son.

Besides her parents, Diane was predeceased by her son, Robert Koehler.

Survivors include her two sons, John Koehler, Jr. and his wife, Jen of West Minster, CO, and Craig Koehler and his wife, Rosemary of Gansevoort; her three grandchildren, Matthew Koehler, Christopher Koehler and Emma Koehler; her two step grandchildren, Monica and Keith Hogan; as well as several cousins.

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

A funeral service will be held on Friday, following the callings hours, at 12 p.m., at the funeral home.

Burial will take place on Saturday, at 10 a.m., at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Albany.

Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, PO Box 4091, Queensbury, New York 12804.

The family would like to thank the staff at Westmount Health Care Facility for all the wonderful care they gave when they took care of mom.

Diane L. Koehler

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GANSEVOORT – Diane L. Koehler, 75, of Gansevoort and formerly of Long Island, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2015 at West Mount Health Facility, after a long illness.

A full obituary will follow in a future edition of the Post Star.

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

Ian Scott Moreau

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Moreau LeftMoreau RightSOUTH GLENS FALLS- Ian Scott Moreau 22, of South Glens Falls, went to be with his grandparents and Godmother in Heaven on Thursday, January 22, 2015. He was accompanied by his partner in crime/bodyguard, Jeremy D. Otruba.  

Born on November 21, 1992, in Glens Falls, he was the son of Scott Moreau of Glens Falls, and Mary Beth (Yole) Moreau of South Glens Falls. 

Ian was a 2011 graduate of South Glens Falls High School and Southern Adirondack Education Center. He was self-employed as the owner/operator of ISM Trucking, his business employed one employee CEO, Kasey L. Carota. 

He was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls and St. Joseph’s Church in Fort Edward. Ian enjoyed hunting, fishing, and stunt riding with the Section 518 team. He had a love for any and all outdoor activities.  

Ian was predeceased by his grandparents, Oliver and Doris Moreau, and Thomas R. and Patricia W. Yole.  

From a very young age it was clear that Ian would be an adventurous individual whom of which would be unstoppable. His work ethic was unparalleled by his peers. His generosity and loyalty for the people in his life was something to be admired, Ian was wise beyond his years. He showed unconditional love and protection to the important women in his life. A standup guy who would go out of his way for anyone.  A humble soul who would hold a door, lend a hand, and protect any good ole boy in need. 

His witty one liners could always bring such hearty laughs. “Ya bud”, “Hang to ‘er pard”, “We dem boys”, “Send it!”. He is the definition of the song “Simple Man” by Lynyrd Skynyrd. You would always see him in his work boots and Carhartt’s. But then again when he dressed up and cleaned up, he did it well and was as handsome and clean cut as ever. Because of this we ask that in memory of Ian, the dress code of the calling hours is work attire, jeans, and work boots. We ask that you save your best dressed apparel for the funeral.  

Survivors include his father; Scott C. Moreau and spouse Jo-Ann Palmieri; and his mother Mary Beth Yole Moreau and her fiancée, William E McCullen, Sr.; sister, Lauren E. Moreau and her boyfriend Jeremy Mula; brothers, Ryan Patrick Johnson, Harley R. Mackenzie, and Sean Thomas Johnson. His brothers in arms; Matthew Motian, Michael Beshara, and Nicholas LaPoint. Ian is also survived by the absolute love of his life, and someday future wife; Kasey L. Carota and his family to be, Timothy and Kimm Carota, and Taylor Carota. Ian is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins. Ian was also very fortunate to be considered an intricate part of the Johnson family.  

Friends may call on Tuesday, from 4-8 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls and remember that in memory of Ian, the dress code of the calling hours is work attire, jeans, and work boots.  

A funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, at 11 a.m., at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on park in Hudson Falls, with Father Thomas Babiuch officiating. And again, save your best dressed apparel for the funeral!  

The Rite of Committal will take place at a later date in the spring at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward. 

In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate any donations be made to the: Ian S. Moreau Forestry Scholarship Fund. 6 Bluebird Road, South Glens Falls, NY 12803 or Racheal’s Memorials For Children. 39 Oakview Drive, Fort Edward, NY 12828

 

Rowland J. “Boomer” Dumas

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HUDSON FALLS – Rowland J. “Boomer” Dumas, 87, a longtime Hudson Falls resident passed away on Friday, January 23, 2015, at the Indian River Healthcare and Rehab Center in Granville.

Born April 8, 1927, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Arthur and Blanid (Breen) Dumas.

Rowland was a graduate of St. Mary’s Academy.  He served our country in the U.S. Navy.

He retired from Ciba Geigy after over 30 years of service.   Rowland moonlighted at Benson’s Service Center and Al’s Service Center both formerly of Hudson Falls and also parked cars at the Red Coach, formerly in Queensbury..

Rowland was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church.  He enjoyed bowling and was a member of the Imperial League and Northway Men’s League, where he also served as a secretary.  Rowland liked to read the newspaper, do crossword puzzles, and enjoyed taking walks on the beach in Maine. He was also an avid Yankees fan.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Richard Dumas.

Survivors include his children, Kathleen Lefebvre and her husband, Lawrence of South Glens Falls, Arthur Dumas of South Glens Falls, Doree Trzaskas and her husband William of Monroe, Washington, Jeffrey Dumas of Glens Falls, Julie Dumas of Hudson Falls; his grandchildren, Nicole Morro and her husband Thomas, Renee Varney and her husband Matthew, Nadine Lefebvre, Matthew Lefebvre, Michael Dumas and his wife Amanda, Daina Adcock and her husband Chuck, Shannon McDonald, Mistie Dumas; his great grandchildren, Emma,  Caleb, Alexander, Jasmine, Tyler, and Elizabeth; three sisters in law, Ruth Dumas of South Glens Falls, Virginia Spires of Queensbury, Regina Chase of Hudson Falls; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Tuesday, from 4 to 7 p.m. February 3, 2015, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls.

A funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, at 11 a.m., February 4, 2015, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, on the park, in Hudson Falls, with the Reverend Thomas Babiuch, pastor, officiating.

The Rite of Committal will take place at a later date in the spring at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Following the funeral mass, all are welcome to a luncheon at St. Michael The Archangel Church hall, on Saratoga Ave. in South Glens falls.

Memorial donations in Rowland’s memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice.