Category Archives: Obituaries

HUDSON FALLS- Patricia Ann Keenan, 86, of Pearl St., passed away at her home on November 22, 2022.

Born on December 25, 1935, in Fort Edward, she was the daughter of the late Irenus and Alice (Stoughton) Keenan.

Pat was a 1955 graduate of Whitehall Central School.  For 26 years Pat was employed at Chase Bag Company in Moreau.  In 1990, following her employment at Chase Bag Co., she worked as a therapy aide for New York State.

Pat was a communicate of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls. And a member of the Hudson Falls American Legion Auxiliary Post #574.  She enjoyed cooking for her family and friends and in her younger years was an avid golfer.

Besides her parents, Pat was predeceased her sister, Helen Carpenter, and her brothers, Robert and James Keenan; her niece, Kathy Carpenter and a nephew, Michael Keenan.

Survivors include her daughter, Adrienne Goodman and her husband, Alex; her grandchildren, Ernest, Maureen (Gio), Alex (Erica) and Owen; her nephews, Patrick, Robert, Sean and Timothy Keenan; her niece, Elizabeth Gregory and her brother-in-law, Roderick Carpenter.

There will be no calling hours.

A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., in Hudson Falls, with the Reverend Desmond Rossi, officiating

Burial will follow the funeral service, on Thursday, at St. Paul’s Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, P. O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828 or the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org, Give in Honor and Memorial.

KINGSBURY – James “Jimmy” Yates, 80, a longtime resident of Kingsbury, most recently of Glens Falls, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, November 19, 2022.

Born June 23, 1942, in Woodbury, CT, he was the son of the late James Edward and Charlotte (Karrmann) Yates.

James was a graduate of Woodbury High in 1961.  After high school, he proudly served in the United States Marines.  During his military career he served in the military police as a Presidential Guard for President Johnson and he volunteered to go to Vietnam, where he served as a Staff Sergeant of the 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion.

On September 20, 2019, James married his longtime companion, Jeanette Hamblin in Hudson Falls. 

James was a hard worker throughout his life, after his service to his country, he worked on the family farm in Kingsbury, where he raised his children.  He then went on to work as a sub-contractor and then a carpenter for Cifone Construction Co.  After retiring he returned to farming, on the Mattison family farm.

He was a member of the American Legion, Post 574, in Hudson Falls.  He enjoyed hunting, camping and fishing throughout the Adirondacks.  For the last 9 years, during the winter, alongside his wife, James snow birded to Florida.  While in Florida, James volunteered his time, helping at the local food pantries. James will be greatly missed by his beloved puggle, Wiggles, whom he took for many walks throughout his day. Everyone who knew James will remember him as a good man, always willing to take care of those in need. He made a strong, lasting impact on those who knew him.

Survivors include his wife, Jeanette Yates; his first wife and mother of his children, Alice Yates; his children, Jennifer Yates (Earl), James A.  “Jay” Yates, Niccolla (Jaime) Shaw, Michael (Elizabeth) Yates; his bonus children, James (Christine) Hamblin and Lisa Sweet; his grandchildren, Emilio Yates, Michael Boisvenue, Raynebow and Xaivier Shaw, Michael S. Yates, Daniela Yates, Tyler and Jimmy Hamblin, Ricky Sweet and Lakisha Gray; his great grandson, Matthew Bullard; his brother, David Yates, as well as several nieces and one nephew.

Friends may call Saturday, November 26, 2022, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., in Hudson Falls.

Burial will take place 12 p.m., on Monday, December 5, 2022, at Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville with full military honors.

Memorial donations in memory of James may be made to the American Legion, Post 574, 72 Pearl St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

HUDSON FALLS – Robin S. Larsen, 61 of Hudson Falls, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2022.

Born on February 24, 1961, in Glens Falls, She was the daughter of Marguerite (Smith) Waite and the late, Frank E. Waite.

Robin grew up in Hudson Falls and was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School. She went on to Elmira College and earned her Bachelor’s degree, becoming a Registered Nurse. She worked for 5 years as an RN for corrections until her retirement.

Robin is predeceased by her father, Frank E. Waite; a sister, Wanda Fisher; and two brothers, Frank Waite and Kenneth Fisher.

She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Marcus E. Larsen of Hudson Falls; Her mother, Marguerite Waite of Hudson Falls; her sisters, Nancy, Peggy, Carol, Madalyn, and Theresa; her brother, Rick; and many nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at Pine View Cemetery on Quaker Road in Queensbury.

HUDSON FALLS – Lorraine (Lemery) “Memere” Bigelow of Hudson Falls passed away November 19, 2022.

Lorraine was born on March 30, 1925, to Albert and Alice Lemery of Glens Falls and attended St. Mary’s School. Lorraine was the widow of Emerson Bigelow, whom she was married to 59 years, before his passing in 2001.

Lorraine in her younger years loved to fish, hunt, camp and bowl. She played pinochle, did embroidery, watched her favorite baseball team, the Yankees.  Most of all, Lorraine was famous for her breads, fried fish and applesauce.

Besides her husband and parents, Lorraine was predeceased by her son, Lawrence Guy (Little Whitey) Bigelow in 1990; her sisters, Julia Wood, Jane Allen, Barbara Celeste and Dorothy Crowley; her brothers Roland (Bucky), Harold, Irving, Romeo (Lester), Lawrence (Whitey) Lemery; as well as a grandson in law, Mike Hauf.

Survivors include her daughter, Ruth Bigelow and daughter in law, Sylvia Bigelow; her grandchildren, Rick Monanhan and wife Becky, Rusty Monahan and wife Sherri, Requel (Racket) Hauf, Roni and husband Jason Vadnais, Randi and husband Brad Ramby, Corinn Bigelow and Jason Bigelow; 13 great grandchildren, 4 great great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

There will be no calling hours.

Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

The family of Lorraine would like to thank the nurses and staff on Hillview Wing at Washington Center for their loving care and devotion to their residents.

GLENS FALLS – Clarence L. “Cubby” Douglas, Jr., 92, of Glens Falls, passed away Saturday, November 19, 2022, at his home.

Born September 23, 1930, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Clarence L. Douglas, Sr. and Alice (Abare) Douglas.

Cubby grew up in Fort Edward and was a graduate of Fort Edward High School. After graduation, he joined the United States Air Force and was stationed in Wiesbaden, Germany, where he met and married his wife, Anita Gross. Upon being honorably discharged, Cubby and his wife returned to the United States and resided in Glens Falls for the last 60 years. A few years after serving in the Air Force, He enlisted in the United States Navy Reserves.

Cubby worked for General Electric in Fort Edward as a technician, retiring in 1988. 

He was a talented woodworker and had a passion for creating period type furniture.  He loved all animals, including cats, and regularly fed the squirrels and birds.  He also enjoyed photography, taking many photos of his wife’s beautiful flower garden.

Besides his parents, Cubby was predeceased by his sister, Joyce Goodman.

Survivors include his wife, Anita Douglas of Glens Falls; his children, Nancy (John) Bemis of Glens Falls, Jean Robinson of North Carolina, James Douglas of Glens Falls, Richard (Karen) Douglas New City, NY, Robert (Mary) Douglas of Ballston Lake, and Anita (Stephen) Aronoff of Scarsdale, NY; his siblings, Edward Douglas of Florida, and Karen Mello and Ruth Douglas, both of California; as well as eleven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

In accordance with his wishes, services are private at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations in memory of Cubby may be made to the SPCA of Upstate New York, 588 Queensbury Ave, Queensbury, NY 12804.

HUDSON FALLS – Kyle Matthew Brunelle, 33, passed away unexpectedly, at his home on Sunday, November 13, 2022.

Born March 18, 1989, in Glens Falls, he was the son of William and Bonnie (Springer) Brunelle.

Kyle was a graduate of Hartford Central School and after high school earned his welding certificate from Modern Welding School in Schenectady.

He was employed by Doty Machine Works, Inc. in Fort Edward, as a welder.

Kyle had a passion for cars, specifically Subaru’s.  He recently discovered his enjoyment for fishing with Grandpa Fred, and was an enthusiast of music and playing guitar.  Kyle was also an avid Minecraft player. He looked forward to all the family get togethers, making memories with the people that mattered most.  Family was the centerfold of his life.  He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his significant other, Alecia and daughter, Penelope.  The newest member of the Brunelle family, Miss Dahlia Mae is expected to join the family in February.  He was a great father and could often be found playing hide and seek with Penelope. 

Kyle was predeceased by his grandfather, Alfred E. Brunelle; his grandmother, Anne M. Brunelle; his aunt, Mary E. Potts; his uncles, Carter Johnson, Alfred E. Brunelle, Clifford P. Brunelle, John I. Brunelle; his grandfather Frederick Augustus Springer, Jeannette Springer; his aunt, Jacqueline Springer and cousin, Amanda Cherney.

Survivors include his parents, William and Bonnie Brunelle; his sister, Emily (Wayne) Denton, his loving partner, Alecia McDermott; his daughters, Penelope Anne and Dahlia Mae Brunelle; his sister, Cheryl Brunelle; his brother Michael Brunelle (Sarah); his cousinaunt, Daphne (Jon) Pellish and several aunt, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Services will be private, at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations in memory of Kyle may be made to a Go Fund Me fund, by visiting https://gofund.me/212f79f9

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

HUDSON FALLS – On Saturday, November 12th, 2022, Fred Quackenbush, passed away peacefully at the age of 90.

Fred met his wife, Mary Jane Kryszczak, while she was vacationing in Lake George with friends. They were married on April 9, 1961. Eventually they made Hudson Falls their home where they raised their children, Mark, Barry, and Sherri. Before meeting his wife, he was in the Army during the Korean War and later supported his family with employment at Ciba Geigy.

Fred was active in the community as a volunteer firefighter, coaching local sports teams, and as a school crossing guard.

To say he was an avid hockey fan is an understatement. He is best known to the locals for his love of hockey. He was inducted to the Adirondack Hockey Hall of Fame in 2017 as a “builder of the game of hockey in the Adirondack region.” He was a season ticket holder for over 30 years and over the course of six different franchises. He could always be found in section A at the Civic Center rooting for the local team. He was a member of the Adirondack Hockey Booster Club since its inception in the 1980s and was on the Booster Club’s board. Fred collected hockey memorabilia from around the world and enjoyed giving a tour of his collection which was once even featured in the Post Star.

In the hockey offseason, he could be found working as a Box Seat Usher at the Saratoga Racecourse. He took his position as Box Seat Usher quite seriously and in August 2012, The Saratogian wrote an article on his passion for being an usher and stated, “If they ever made a Mount Rushmore for racecourse ushers, Quackenbush’s likeness would probably be on it.”

Amongst Fred’s other hobbies were NASCAR and hunting with family and friends.

Fred was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Jane and best feline companion, Charlie.

He is survived by his children; Mark (Deborah), Barry (Donna), and Sherri; his grandchildren, Kristy (Louis), Sean (Tara), Jonathan (Leah), and Derek (Jesse); and his great-grandchildren, Lucian and Holden.

Friends may call on Thursday, November 17, 2022, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., in Hudson Falls.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m., on Friday, November 18, 2022, at St. Mary’s/ St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.

The Rite of Committal will take place 1:30 p.m., at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater, with full military honors.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Parkinson’s Foundation (https://www.parkinson.org/).

HUDSON FALLS – Jacqueline A. Higgins, 79, of Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully Friday morning, November 4, 2022 at Fort Hudson Nursing Home in Fort Edward.

Born on August 23, 1943 in Fort Edward, she lived in the area her entire life and was the daughter of the late Martin and Veronica (Conlee) Varley.

Jacqueline attended St. Mary’s Grade School as well as Hudson Falls High School and went on to earn her cosmetology license. She owned and operated The Powder Box salon on Warren Street in Glens Falls for over 25 years where she made many friends and served clients who loved her. She was very artistic and loved to make crafts and do decorative painting. Jacqueline enjoyed going camping with her family many summers, but most of all, loved spending any time she could with family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her long-time companion, Arthur J. Trackey, who she shared over 40 years of companionship with; and her sisters, Patricia Hamlin and Joan Macey.

She is survived by her children, Beth Bruno (Scott) of Queensbury, and Michael Higgins (Bridgit) of South Glens Falls; Grandchildren, Kyle Bruno (Britnie), Matt Bruno, Shelby Olden (Nick), Dillon Higgins (Cassie), and Oliva Higgins (Shawn); her great-grandchildren, Marlee and Tucker Olden, and Kaydence Bruno; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, on the Park in Hudson Falls, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Desmond Rossi, Pastor. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Hudson Falls.

The family would like to thank the staff of S wing at Fort Hudson for their exceptional care and support

Memorial Donations may be made to Fort Hudson Nursing Home Activities Fund, 319 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828 or to the Glens Falls Hospital, 100 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801.

HUDSON FALLS – Douglas Coughlin, 89, of Notre Dame St., passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, on Wednesday, November 2, 2022. 

Born on March 28, 1933, in AuSable Forks, he was the son of the late David and Connie (Hall) Coughlin.  He was one of six children and eventually moved to Worcester, MA, where Doug attended school from 1^st grade to 7^th grade.  He did so well in school that he was allowed to leave early in the day, so he could help family finances by selling newspapers.

His mother died when he was a teenager and his father remarried Helen Torrance.  Doug chose to live with his grandparents in AuSable Forks and his siblings went to live with their dad and his new wife.  Two weeks after graduating from AuSable High School, he joined the United States Air Force during the Korean War.  He was 17 at the time and stationed in England, traveling to France, Germany, Italy and Venice.

After his military service, his old high school coach and mentor, Coach Hoy, encouraged him to go into education in Plattsburgh.  He told him he would be picking him up at 8 in the next morning and that was how the decision was made! As Doug always said, “If it hadn’t been for Coach Hoy, I’d probably be a bum today!” Upon graduation from Plattsburgh, he continued his education by getting his master’s degree from Siena College.

Doug started his teaching career in Hudson Falls as a 5^th grade teacher in 1956.  Two years later, he became a 6^th grade teacher and then reading teacher.  His former principal assigned him to be the principal of Dix Ave. School.  Doug worked for 31 years before retirement.  During this time, he was Assistant Superintendent to Dr. John Zeis, former Hudson Falls Superintendent.  Dr. Zeis said of Doug that he was always child orientated, staying extra hours after school to help students.  This included keeping score during basketball games.  He loved his job and said, “I have never come to work not looking forward to seeing the kids.  They have been the best part of my years with the school.”

After retirement in 1993, Doug continued his enjoyment of community minded activities.  He joined the Elks Lodge # 81 where he helped with Christmas activities for less fortunate families, became Chaplain President and Executor Committee Member of Section II and Chairman for Housing and Transportation, Drum and Bugle Housing Chairman and President of Northeastern Harness Horseman.  He loved all sports, especially the horses! He also enjoyed bowling with some of his Dix Ave. teachers.

Doug’s greatest contributions are those he had made for the kids.  He was truly a Robin Hood of his time, who always sought out the faceless and the downtrodden in the crowd and worked to make their lives better. His personal hands on approach has touched the lives of children, parents and community.

His grandson, John expressed his sentiments by the following words, “I would like to think his bad heart was due to his willingness to give.  He gave so much to underprivileged children.”

Besides his parents, Doug was predeceased by his children, Connie Coughlin, Linda O’Hara, and his son in law, Michael O’Hara, his siblings, Nancy Carte, Tom Coughlin, Betty Coughlin, Alice Plumadore and David Gilbo.

Survivors include his loving wife, Barbara Coughlin of Hudson Falls; his two grandsons, John O’Hara and his wife, Jenny of Hartford, Ricky Ficarrotta and his fiancé, Moira Nolan; his great grandchildren, Camden O’Hara, Fiona Ficarrotta and Freya Ficarrotta; his stepchildren, Julie and Greg, as well as several great grand stepchildren.

Friends may call Monday, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St. in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at the funeral home.

A graveside service will follow at Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville, at 12:30 p.m., with full military honors.

All are welcome to a gathering following the graveside service at Glen Falls Elk Lodge #81, 32 Cronin Rd., in Queensbury.

Memorial donations in memory of Doug may be made to Haynes House of Hope, 7187 State Route 149, Granville, NY 12832, Tiger Tracker Booster Club, 80 East LaBarge St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839

KINGSBURY – Frances Mary (Dixon) Pringle, aka GiGi, 102, an extraordinary woman, left on her next adventure Tuesday, November 1, 2022, with family and friends at her side.

Born November 28, 1919, to Charles H. and Josephine (Newton) Dixon, Fran grew up in the hamlet of Kingsbury, attending the one-room schoolhouse there, later graduating from Hudson Falls High School.

In October of 1946 she married handsome sailor, Lem H. Pringle of Cortez, FL. They were together for over 57 years until Lem’s death in 2004.

Fran & Lem were lifelong members of the Kingsbury Baptist Church, where they both taught Sunday school.

She worked for many years at General Electric, then worked at and retired from the Washington County Clerk’s Office.

Fran was bitten badly by the traveling bug when the couple visited Hawaii. She continued to travel, first with a Senior Citizen’s group, then with her daughter-in-law, Danusia.

Throughout her life, spanning 2 centuries, she socialized whenever she could and wherever she went. She enjoyed bowling and playing golf. She loved reading as well as watching Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy.  Fran played a sneaky and mean game of Rummikub and has been awarded the title of Rummikub Queen.

In addition to being predeceased by her parents and husband, her sisters Dorothy Mae Fitzgerald and Irene Josephine Dixon have gone before her.

She is survived by her son, Larry Pringle and wife, Danusia of Belchertown, MA; her daughter, Cynthia Rawls and her husband, Bennie of Hudson Falls; her grandchildren, Joshua Pringle and his wife, Dr. Laura Crankshaw of Hudson, OH, Jared Pringle and his wife, Loni of Belchertown; Krystyna Pringle of Brooklyn; and the diamond in her crown, her great-grandson, Owen Parker Pringle of Belchertown; as well as many beloved nieces, cousins, and long-time friends.

Friends may call Sunday, November 6, 2022, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be held Monday, November 7, 2022, at 11 a.m., at the Kingsbury Baptist Church, conducted by Pastor Lucy Harris.

Burial will follow the funeral service at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Kenneth France and Dr. Michael Layden for their excellent care of Fran.

Our deep appreciation goes out to Karen’s Home Care and the amazing women who have cared for and loved our mother: Jill, Kortni, Sharon, Anna, and Kelly, and to Karen Millington for all the “above and beyond” things she did for us over the past 7 days.  Special thanks to Super K Kristen, the chatelaine of Fran’s castle.

Donations can be made in Fran’s memory to the Kingsbury Baptist Church, c/o Sylvia Weaver, 153 Dean Road, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.