Richard J. Edwards

HUDSON FALLS – Richard J. Edwards, 65, of Hudson Falls, went into the Lords arms with his kids by his side on August 9, 2021.

Born on August 12, 1955, in Middle Granville, he was the son of the late Joseph and Barbara (Latterell) Edwards.

He was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School, class of 1973.

Richard married Susan Stockwell on August 4, 1977. Together they had a son, Jason Edwards and a daughter, Elizabeth Edwards.

He was an employee of CR Bard for over 30 years.  Upon leaving CR Bard, He began a new adventure at Angio Dynamics, until he became sick in 2013 and needed to retire.

Richard was a very active member of the Hudson Falls Volunteer Fire Department for over 30 years.  He loved and enjoyed his years in the department.  Richard touched so many lives during his time in the department.

While working a full-time job and being a full-time father and husband, Richard was a full-time student.  Working via mail, he earned his bachelor’s degree in Fire Science.  Reading and learning was always a daily part of his life.  He was always so very proud of his educations.  Not a single day went by that Rich wasn’t reading or watching something about science or history.

Richard was truly one of the good ones.  He will be remembered by all that knew him as a kindhearted family man.  All that knew Richard will agree he left his mark on their lives.  He will forever hold a special place in so many hearts.

Besides his late parents, Joseph and Barbara (Latterell) Edwards, he was predeceased by his sister, Priscilla Murray.

Survivors include this two children, Jason Edwards of Hudson Falls and Elizabeth Edwards of Hudson Falls; the mother of his children, Susan Edwards of Hudson Falls; his brothers, Jesse Edwards and his wife, Paula of Hudson Falls, Joseph Edwards and his wife, Pam of Hudson Falls; his aunt, Mary Holden of Gansevoort; is grandchildren, Makenna Edwards and Brayton Edwards; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Calling hours will be on Monday, August 16, 2021, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Memorial services will be conducted 11 a.m. on Friday, August 20, 2021, at the funeral home.

Following the services, there will be a reception held at the Kingsbury Volunteer Hose Co, 3715 Burgoyne Ave, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Memorial donations may be sent to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, PO. Box 498, Emmitsburg, MD 21727.

Jesse L. McNall

HUDSON FALLS – Jesse L. McNall, 58, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Saturday, August 7, 2021, surrounded by his loving family at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on May 3, 1963 in Celina, Ohio, he was the son of the late Jerry and Jean (Taylor) Bollenbacher.

Jesse attended Celina High School in Celina, OH. After high school he enlisted and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, from 1981 to 2001 retiring after 20 years.  During his years of service, he traveled to many places in the world. He would often refer to his travels and how much he enjoyed meeting new people and exploring the culture.  

Jesse cherished his children above all else and wanted to show them the world. He was an avid pool player who always enjoyed a good game with friends. He always wore a big, warm, welcoming smile, enjoyed mentoring others and spending time with family and friends. He loved to make an entrance, especially in his purple suit, and was often the life of the party. He always wished for “Peace, love and harmony” for the those around him and would go out of his way to help someone in need.

Besides his parents, Jerry and Jean Bollenbacher, Jesse was predeceased by his sisters, Victoria Trim and Faith Nelson and his brother in law, Tim Alexander.

Survivors include his wife, Teri McNall; his children, Kassaundra McNall, Alexis McNall, Tristan McNall; his siblings, Brian (Diana) Bollenbacher, Roger Nelson, Laura Alexander; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Jesse’s family would like to give a special thank you to Kim Vanheste, whom he considered a sister, for all her special compassion and care, given to Jesse, especially over the past few months.  

Friends may call on August 17, 2021 from 4 to 6 P.M. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A celebration of Jesse’s life will be at 6 P.M. following the calling hours.  At this time his family and friends are invited to share special memories of Jesse.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the veteran’s organization of your choice.

Keith Hill, Jr.

SOUTH GLENS FALLS – Keith Hill, Jr., 40, of South Glens Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 8, 2021.

Born on April 2, 1981 in Glens Falls, he was the son of Keith and Sandra (Manney) Hill.

Keith was a proud graduate of South Glens Falls High School.

On November 26, 2005, he married the love of his life, Jennifer (Macey) Hill at St. Mary’s Church in Glens Falls. They have spent the last 15 years together sharing wonderful memories.

For the past 16 years, Keith was been employed at Hudson Falls Central School in the maintenance department.  He also worked for Frank Shaw Morning Star excavating.

Keith loved riding motorcycles and was a member of the American Legion Riders of Hudson Falls.  He also was a member of the Hudson Falls Fish and Game Club and the Upper Hudson Beagle Club.   Keith was an avid hunter and enjoyed fishing in the Adirondacks.  He also loved spending time with his family playing cards, four wheeling  and spending time with his daughter, Kaelyn.   Keith loved people and was known as a people pleaser, always willing to lend a hand.  He was a loving husband, an adoring father and a supportive son, who was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.

He was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Lyle Hill, his grandfather in law, Lawrence Macey and his cousin, Kyle Fisher.

Survivors include his loving wife, Jennifer Hill; his daughter, Kaelyn Hill; his mother and father, Keith and Sandra Hill; his parents in law, Jeff and Diane Macey; his sister, Danielle; his brother in law, Kainin Macey; his grandparents, Virginia Hill, Cathy Manney and William and Donna Manney; his nephew, Alex Warner; several aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends and family, who will miss him greatly.

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

Keith loved watching scary movies with his aunt Barb, so it is appropriate that his burial will be on Friday the 13th  at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward at 1 p.m.

A celebration of Keith’s life will be held at the Fort Edward Fire House, 114 Broadway, Fort Edward, following the graveside service.

The family wishes to thank all the fire personnel, police officers, and volunteers who were there for the family during this difficult time, especially Deputy Dale Quesnel, Jr. of the Washington County Sheriff’s Department.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to Make a Wish America, 1702 East Highland Ave., Suite 400, Phoenix, AZ 85016.

Michael Matthew Murray

HUDSON FALLS – Michael Matthew Murray, 87, passed away on August 7, 2021, at home surrounded by family.

Born in Longwood, County Meath, Ireland, the seventh of nine children, to William and Julia Murray, Mike emigrated to New York in 1956 with his future wife Margaret Rose Murray (née McKenna).

They married on October 19, 1957, and together had five children: Ann Marie Murray Pousatis (Demetrios); Kathleen Murray Mallon (John); Michael Murray (Sharon); Brian Murray (Theresa); and Angela Murray-Gregory (Charlie).   Mike had 11 grandchildren: Brendan Murray (Allison); Sheelagh Pousatis Thompson (Jason); Kathleen Leitch (Chris); Conor Mallon; Alannah Pousatis Schapley (Brett); Seamus Murray (Janelle); Mairead Murray; Rory Murray (Ashley); Liam Mallon; Diarmuid Gregory; Aidan Gregory; and was great-grandfather to James Murray, Declan Leitch, and Saoirse Rose Murray. He will be missed by his surviving siblings Liam Murray, Patricia Murray, Angela Hughes, Fonsie Murray, and his many nieces, nephews, neighbors, and friends.   He is predeceased by his wife Margaret and brothers Tommy, Breen, Wally, and Kevin.

Mike loved his family, celebrating holidays, baptisms, first communions, confirmations, weddings, and graduations along with enjoying everyday moments.  Mike and Margaret welcomed Margaret’s brother Michael McKenna into their family, and he became our older brother.

His love of sports began in Ireland where he played hurling and Gaelic football with his brothers. Nothing gave him more pleasure than cheering on his grandchildren in their various sports and activities.  

Mike was a master carpenter.  Much of his work was done at Sandy Hill Foundry but his handiwork can be seen in many of the local buildings and churches and especially at the Creamy Delights ice cream shop. He passed on his skills to his children and nephews, hiring them for summer construction work.  Several of his nephews from Ireland spent a summer in Hudson Falls, working and living with the Murray family and bonding with their American cousins. 

Mike and Margaret were owners of the ice cream shop Creamy Delights for 20 years where they mentored many high school and college students who worked for them.  After retiring, Mike built the current Jack and Jill building during the summer of 2001, with help from his friends. In a sense, it took a village to raise this building.

Mike was a lifelong member of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church where he loved being an usher.  He was a member of the Glens Falls chapter of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, promoting Irish culture with festivals, music, and dance.   Mike and Margaret loved waltzing at the Hibernian balls.

The Murray family is grateful to all their friends and family for their support and for the love and care that Donna, Tara, and Joan gave Mike throughout this past year.

Friends may call on Wednesday, August 11, 2021, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:30 a.m., on Thursday August 12, 2021, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, in Hudson Falls.

In lieu of flowers we ask that donations be made in Mike’s memory to the Open Door Missions, 226 Warren St., Glens Falls, NY 12801 or Alzheimer’s Association of Northeastern NY, 4 Pine West Plaza, Suite 405, Albany NY 12205.

David Harold Brown

HUDSON FALLS – David Harold Brown, 78, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Friday, August 6, 2021, at the Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, after a long battle with dementia.

Born on February 14, 1943, at his home in Hudson Falls, he was the son of the late Edward and Evelyn (Lamere) Brown, Sr.

In his younger years, David worked for his uncle, Cal Gilmore’s farm and John O’Hara’s farm and then worked for Harder Silo for many years.  Following working for Harter, he was employed as a security guard for Adirondack Community College before retiring.

David married the love of his life, Darlene Barrett on July 4, 1968.  She passed away on July 28, 2014, after 46 wonderful years of marriage.

He loved to joke around with everyone, play his records, 45 and vinyl and listening to music. David especially cherished spending time with his family.

In addition to his parents, Edward and Evelyn (Lamere) Brown, Sr. and wife Darlene (Barrett) Brown, he was predeceased by his son, David Brown, his great granddaughter, Raelyn, his grandparents, Roy and Alta Brown and Walter and Lucy Lamere and his brother, Edward Brown, Jr.

He is survived by his daughter, Tina Winchell and her husband Edwin Winchell, Jr.; his granddaughters, Ashely Winchell and Natasha Winchell; his great grandchildren, Joshua Ball and Everleigh  Hafner; his brothers, Walter Brown and his wife, Joyce, Mike Brown and his wife, Dorothy, Greg Brown and his wife, Sue and Kevin Brown and his wife, Jody; his two sisters, Peggy Spaulding and her husband, Chris and Sharon Burt and her husband, Gene; his sister in law, Irene Borwn; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Calling hours will be from 1 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

John “Jugger” Miles

HUDSON FALLS – John “Jugger” Miles, 68, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Sunday, August 1, 2021, at Glens Falls Hospital, with his family by his side.

Born October 29, 1952 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Norman and Pauline (Lettus) Miles.

Jugger was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School, class of 1970, and then attended Adirondack Community College.

He married Cheryl Doyle at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church.   She passed away on January 10, 2001.

Jugger was a well-known in the truck pulling community, he loved pulling all around the area, as a member of the North County Pro Pullers and Big Guns Pulling Team.  He was a proud past member of the Hudson Falls Fire Department.  Jugger was an avid bowler, he enjoyed his time as a member of the Twin County B Bowling League and Wednesday Night Swingers Bowling Team.   He owned and operated the Getty Station in Hudson Falls, he then worked for the Glens Falls Hospital in the engineering department and later owned and operated C&J Service Center in Queensbury.  He will be most remembered as a gentle giant, with a big heart.  Jugger’s friendly demeanor and his generous attributes meant he was always there for someone in need, especially at the garage, money or not.  He had a positive impression on all that knew him. 

Survivors include his one son, Christopher Miles of Queensbury; his siblings, Judith Miles of Queensbury and Steve Miles (Diane Petta) of Queensbury; his nieces and nephews, Darren Miles, Megan Miles-Monahan, Quinn Rheaume; several cousins and so many friends too numerous to mention.

Friends may call Tuesday, August 10, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Kingsbury Volunteer Hose Co., 3715 Burgoyne Ave, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

A funeral service will be held 1 p.m., following the calling hours, at the firehouse.

The burial will take place at Pine View Cemetery, following the service, on Tuesday.

In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Jugger may be made to the Carl Lufkin Pull for a Cure/ Lufkin Legacy Foundation, 136 County Rt 47, Argyle, NY 12809. Pull for a Cure is organized and hosted by the Lufkin Legacy Foundation, a NYS Non-Profit organization committed to raising money to aid in the fights against cancer and to aid the unfortunate, or the American Heart Association, 4 Atrium Dr #100, Albany, NY 12205.

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

Marilyn Jean (Hanna) Sauro

QUEENSBURY – Marilyn Jean (Hanna) Sauro, 70, formally of Hartford, passed away after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family, on July 31, 2021, at Saratoga Hospital.

Born April 23, 1951 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Minnie (Stoddard) Hanna.

Marilyn attended Hartford Central School.

On December 7, 1986, she married the love of her life, Michael Sauro, at St. Ann’s Parish in Fort Ann.

Marilyn had a career at Mallinckrodt and retired from Sheridan in 1989, becoming a full-time homemaker.

In her younger years, she enjoyed singing in the choir at the Hartford United Methodist Church, where she showcased her beautiful soprano voice.  Growing up on a farm, she was fond of nature and animals, with a great knowledge of the outdoors.   Marilyn was a devoted mother, whose top priority was always her children.  She was involved in the local 4-H club and Scouts with her children for a number of years.  Marilyn never missed any of her children’s sporting events.  Family was everything to her and the holidays, especially Christmas, were always special to her, where treasured memories were made. Marilyn was an avid bingo player and made many friends while playing.  She enjoyed solving puzzles, often putting together 1000-piece puzzles in no time.  Marilyn was a dedicated Mets fan and enjoyed watching their baseball games with her husband.  

Besides her parents, Marilyn was predeceased by her brother, Wayne “Steve” Hanna.

Survivors include her husband of 34 years, Michael Sauro of Queensbury; her two children, Brian Hanna-Sauro and his fiancée, Kyla, of Fayetteville, NC and Rosemary Stuart and her husband, Billy, of Glens Falls; one grandchild on the way; her siblings, Merrill Hanna, Muriel Burke, Sharon (Don) Armstrong, Penny (Frank) Gagliardi and Sherry (Jimmy) Knowlton;  several half-brothers and half-sisters, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins; and her beloved dog, Simon.

Friends may call Wednesday, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., in Hudson Falls.

A funeral service will be conducted, 10 a.m., on Thursday, at the funeral home, with the Reverend Patti Girard, officiating.

The graveside service will be held, following the funeral service, at Morningside Cemetery in the town of Hartford.

In consideration of everyone’s safety, the family request visitors to wear a mask.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Marilyn may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 5 Pine West Plaza Suite 505, Albany, NY 12205, or Lilly Cares Foundation, P.O. Box 13185, La Jolla, CA 92039.

Emma Raine Wall

QUEENSBURY – Emma Raine Wall, infant daughter of Tanner Wall and Makayla Tucker, was born at peace on July 21, 2021 at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Although her time here was short, she was loved beyond measure by her parents.

Emma was previously joined in heaven by her infant sister, Amelia Wall; her paternal great grandparents, Carla Gilman and Stanford Gilman and her maternal great grandmother, Gayle Jones.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her  brother, Kaiden Wall; her paternal grandparents, Dorraine Wall and Randy Wall; her maternal grandparents, Autumn Tucker and William Tucker; her maternal Great grandparents, Linda and Alfred Tucker; her aunts and uncles, Meghan Gilman, Adam Wall, Marcus Tucker and Izick Tucker.

There are no services currently planned.

Emma’s parents would like to thank everyone for their care and support, especially the nurses and staff of the Snuggery at the Glens Falls Hospital.

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

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

Thomas Joseph Ross

QUEENSBURY – Thomas Joseph Ross, 72, passed away on July 26, 2021, at Glens Falls Hospital, after a lengthy illness.

Tom was born on November 7, 1948 to the late Joseph and Colleen (Burke) Ross of Whitehall. 

After graduating from Whitehall High School in 1966, Tom immediately joined the United States Air Force.  Upon returning home, he attended Adirondack Community College, now SUNY Adirondack, and graduated with honors from the Siena College accounting program with honors.  Tom went on to become a CPA and began his professional career as a CPA in this area.  In 1980 he joined the regional accounting firm, Silverstein and Loftus, as a tax supervisor.  As the firm grew, he earned a series of promotions.  In 1986, partners Saul Silverstein and Gerald Loftus invited Tom to join them as a shareholder and the firm’s name soon became, Silverstein, Loftus and Ross.  In 1999 Tom was named President of the firm and began leading it through an era of steady growth during which the name of the firm evolved to reflect retirements of longtime partners and the addition of new partners.  2012, Tom and his partners sold the firm, then known as Ross Rigby and Patten, to Marvin and Co.

Despite a full-time thriving and demanding career, Tom dedicated countless hours to local charitable organizations. In 2001, Tom was the recipient of the J. Walter Juckett Community Service Award, an award given by the Adirondack Regional Chambers of Commerce to an individual who demonstrates “a fierce commitment to betterment of our local community”.  He had a previously been honored with the Distinguished Alumni Award from Adirondack Community College.

Tom held many volunteer leadership positions across the region.  His service has benefitted the ACC Foundation, Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce, American Cancer Society, Glens Falls Hospital Foundation, Glens Falls Symphony Orchestra, Hudson Headwaters Health Network, Operation Santa Claus, Queensbury Economic Development Corp., Queensbury Lions Club, Siena College and United Cerebral Palsy Association of the Tri-Counties.

Tom was a prolific fundraiser, leading some of the largest capital campaigns of the time in the region.  As chairman of the Capital Campaign for the Adirondack Community College Foundation in 1990, he led the $4 million campaign for the college, surpassing the stated goal.   In the early 2000’s, he chaired the Glens Falls Hospital Foundation Capital Campaign, which raised $14 million for the hospital to build what is now known as the Northwest Tower.

A lifelong Red Sox fan, Tom also enjoyed following Boston College athletics and playing golf at the Glens Falls Country Club, where he served 6 years on the Board of Governors.  He was a 30+ year member of the Glens Falls National Bank Regional Development Board and a member of the Siena College Board of Associate Trustees and Board of Trustees.  Tom served 8 years on the board, including the leadership position of President of the Prospect School, UCP of the Tri-Counties as well as the Board of Directors of Hudson Headwaters.

Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Michele Petit Ross; his son, Michael Ross of San Diego, CA; his brothers, Angelo (Marsha) Ross of Whitehall and Joseph (Linda) of Granville; his sister, Kathleen (Elijah) Harvin of Fayetteville, NC along with many cousins, nephews and nieces. 

He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Colleen (Burke) Ross.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Christopher Hoy, whose expert and compassionate care made a difficult illness so much easier.  The staff at Glens Falls Hospital and the DCI Dialysis Center will always be remembered for their dedication and care.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Tom in a special way may donate to the Glens Falls Hospital Foundation, 126 South St. Glens Falls, NY 12801, he was always thankful to have such wonderful healthcare so close to home. 

Friends may call Saturday, July 31, 2021, from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.   

A funeral service will be conducted 5:30 p.m., following the calling hours, at the funeral home, with Rev. Robert Powhida, officiating.  

The family respectfully requests that visitors please wear a mask.

Interment will be private at a later date.

The family respectfully requests that visitors please wear a mask.

Marjorie (Cornell) Pratt

HUDSON FALLS – Marjorie (Cornell) Pratt, 95, passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on August 21, 1925 in Hudson Falls, she was the daughter of the late Glen M. and Myrtle (Strang) Cornell.  

On March 11, 1944, she married James W. Pratt, also of Hudson Falls.  He died on May 5, 1991.   Marjorie was also predeceased by an infant daughter, Athleen on February 22, 1948 and her son, James Glen Pratt on December 28, 2003.

Prior to her marriage, Marjorie was one of the few women in Hudson Falls who were offered an engineering course of study through Sandy Hill Iron & Brass.  This course of study was offered to young women graduates of Hudson Falls High School during WWII.  She felt very fortunate and proud to have been a part of the program up until her marriage.

She was a graduate of the Hudson Falls High School and a retiree from the secretarial staff at Adirondack Community College.

Marjorie enjoyed tending to her flower gardens, loved reading mysteries and thrillers and playing piano.  Her grandchildren and great grandchildren will always cherish the beautiful sweaters, mittens and hats knitted by her.  Marjorie took pride in donating hats she had knitted for the preemies at Glens Falls Hospital.  She also adored spending time with her beloved dog, Mollie.

Survivors include her two sons, Richard Pratt of Greenville, SC and Marc Pratt and his wife, Ellen of Queensbury.   Also surviving are two granddaughters, Trista Welch and Jennifer Pratt of Queensbury; her brother, William Cornell and his wife, Rose; her sister in law, Gloria Pratt; her four great grandchildren, Lynzee, Jacob, Haili and Ryleigh Welch; six great great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

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

Funeral Services will be conducted 3 p.m., at the funeral home, following the calling hours. 

A graveside service will be conducted 1 p.m., on Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at Southside Cemetery in the town of Moreau.

Memorial donations may be made in Marjorie’s memory to the Hudson Falls Free Library, 220 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or SPCA of Upstate NY, 588 Queensbury Ave., Queensbury, NY 12804.

Thomas Harry Brown

GANSEVOORT – Thomas Harry Brown, 79, of West River Road, passed away on Thursday, July 22, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany.

Born on May 26, 1942 at Glens Falls Hospital, he was the son of the late Irving LeRoy and Gail Clark Brown.

He was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School.

At the age of six, Tom accepted the Lord Jesus as his personal savior and has actively served and worked for Him all his life. His favorite scriptures have been John 3:16 and Matthew 5:16.

In June of 1962, Tom married Eva Keech. The couple built their home on Notre Dame Street.

Tom got his first job at the age of 12 delivering papers. He then worked at the Homestead Motel on Route 4. Finally, he held the position of shift supervisor for many years at Scott Paper (Irving Tissue) for 40 years before retiring.

As a teenager, Tom was on the track team and active in the FFA and Gospel Lighthouse Church. Being on a farm, he had raised chickens, calves and pigs and also showed the cows at the Washington County Fair. Tom had always enjoyed the outdoors especially activities such as hunting, fishing and trapping. He had built 5 complete houses and many smaller building/construction projects. He had many hobbies such as working on old cars, boating and skiing on Lage George, and swimming with his buddies at Red Bridge on the Feeder Canal – all while being involved in many church functions and activities.

Tom was a loving husband and caring father of four children.  He loved spending time with his family in the summer, boating and water skiing on Lake George and winters were spent snowmobiling the trails in the Adirondacks.  Tom enjoyed being an active part of his family’s life.

In the late 1980’s, he started farming with the purchase of 6 Herefords, took over his father-in-law’s farm on West River Road and increased the herd to 50. In 2005, he built a home on the farm where he and his wife presently live. In 2002, he began traveling after purchasing a 5thwheel camper.

As an adult, he continued to be very active in all church functions as well as serving as deacon/council member. Presently, he is a member of the Calvary Family Life Center of Glens Falls. Beyond all the busyness of life, his daily goal was to be a witness of the love of Jesus Christ to everyone he encountered.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings, Winifred Hodges, Robert Brown and Linda Brown.

Survivors include his children, Pamela Schelkun and her husband, Robert of Milan, M.I., Ruth Brady and her husband, Chris of Malta, Janet Brown and her companion Shawn O’Dell, of Lacona and Thomas Brown and his wife, Ashley of Johnston, I.A.; four very special grandchildren, who he loved dearly, Karen Yelland and her husband, Joel of South Lyon, M.I., Kevin Schelkun of Milan, M.I., Wyatt Brown of Johnston, I.A. and Taylor Brown of Johnston, I.A.; his brother, Daniel Brown and his wife, Sharon of Hudson Falls; his brothers-in-law, David Hodges of Florida and Edward Keech of Holmes; his sister-in-law, Carol Huestis and her husband, Al of Webster, F.L.; and many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be on Wednesday, July 28. 2021, from 10 to 11 am at the Calvary Family Life Center, 100 Sherman Ave, Glens Falls.

Memorial services will follow the calling hour at 11 a.m. at the church.

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

Donations in Tom’s memory may be sent to the Calvary Family Life Center, 100 Sherman Ave, Glens Falls, NY 12801.

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

David S. Blackmer, Sr.

SOUTH GLENS FALLS – David S. Blackmer, Sr., of South Glens Falls, passed away unexpectedly, due to medical complications, on his 55th birthday, at the Glen Falls Hospital, on July 19, 2021.

Family and friends are welcome to a gathering from 3 to 6 pm, on Thursday, July 22, 2021, at the Harry J. Betar, Jr. Recreational Park, 19 Jan Ave. in the town of Moreau.

Memorial donations in David’s memory may be to Becky’s House, 296 Hackett Blvd, Albany, NY 12208

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

Darlene M. Beahan

GLENS FALLS – Darlene M. Beahan, 76, of Edgewater Place, passed away peacefully July 14, 2021, at Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on September 10, 1944 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Madaline (Crandall) Combs.

Darlene was a graduate of Glens Falls High School and continued her education at Adirondack Community College, receiving her Associates Degree in Accounting.

For over 20 years, she was employed at Sears in the Aviation Mall.  Following Sears, Darlene had worked for the United States government in the IRS and Immigration departments.  

She loved to read and go to plays throughout the area and in New York City.  Darlene was an avid traveler, having visited many countries in Europe and also enjoyed taking cruises with her friends.   She had a great passion for her perennial flower gardens.

The most important part of Darlene’s life was spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Besides her parents, Darlene was predeceased by her brother, Lowell Combs.

Survivors include her two daughters, Beth Beahan of Glens Falls and Stephanie Jarvis and her husband, Scott of Lake Luzerne; her three grandchildren, Matthew Cowles and his wife, Kate, Anthony Cowles and his wife, Leigha and Morgan Cottrell and her husband, Chris; her great grandchildren, Sonny Cowles, Scarlett Cowles, Ethan Cowles and Thomas Cowles; her sister, Rose Potter and her husband, Terry of Fort Ann and several nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be conducted 11 a.m., on Saturday, July 17, 2021, at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls.

Memorial donations in memory of Darlene may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675.