Category Archives: Obituaries

GRANVILLE – Steven Edward Lemery, 63, of Granview Drive, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2020, at Glens Falls Hospital in Glens Falls, NY.

Born on June 6, 1957 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Lawrence Lemery and Shirley (LaPoint) Denno.

Steven was known as Stevie by many.  He was an amazingly resilient man with tons of passion for life. He knew what he wanted and had a way of letting people know how he wanted to live his life.  His passion never ceased for bowling, his love of pizza, coffee, steak and beer.  He would try to trick unexpected staff or nurses to get him what he wanted.  He loved his mother dearly and his visits with her were truly special moments.  

Stevie loved watching parades, having Tuesday night fire drills so he could see the rescue vehicles from his house and looking at all types of motor vehicles in his magazines and books.  He would attend church on Sundays and sing his heart out!  His love of music could be heard throughout the house.  He loved to relax either in his room or on the porch and change the radio stations to hear his favorite songs.  When he wasn’t listening to the radio, it was all about watching the rescue shows on TV, playing bowling games on his tablet or looking at his many books and magazines.  Stevie always enjoyed looking good in his favorite bowling shirt, sunglasses and hats; however, he was most proud of his beard of which he loved.

Stevie also had a very special relationship with Noreen Barron, his advocate and good friend; he greatly cared about her as witnessed by their interactions that always included smiles.

Stevie is survived by his sister Lorrie Lemery of Queensbury, NY and his stepsister, Clara Rabideau, and her husband Allen from Argyle, NY; his long- time family at Warren, Washington & Albany Counties ARC’s (WWAARC) Granview Drive residence; his daytime family and friends at CWI; his active guardians, Anne Marie Lockhart, Jenean Taranto-Watson, John Maxwell, Betty White and Roxanne Fonda; so many friends at WWAARC; and all those people who had the privilege of meeting him as he lived his life.

Friends may call on Tuesday, August 25, 2020, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.  Due to the current pandemic, only 35 visitors are allowed in the building at once, face masks and maintaining social distancing is required.

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

Burial will follow the memorial service, in Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Donations in memory of Stevie may be made to Warren, Washington and Albany Counties ARC, 436 Quaker Road, Queensbury, NY 12804.

Stevie’s WWAARC family would like to sincerely thank the nurses at Glens Falls Hospital who not only provided Stevie with the care and attention he needed but also provided him with a sense of friendship.  In addition, our heartfelt thank you goes to Dr. D’Agostino, who provided the very best of care to Stevie and treated him with kindness and the utmost respect.  A special thank you is extended to the Granville EMS responders who were always there for Stevie to provide care and support. 

HUDSON FALLS- Marguerite Marie Petit, 60, passed away at home on Saturday, August 15, 2020, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous 4 year battle with sarcoma.

Born on November 28, 1959 in Keene, N.H., she was the daughter of Irene

(Violette) Petit and the late Roger J. Petit.

Marguerite was a 1978 graduate of Hudson Falls High School. She studied Biology at the University of Houston and worked for Borden’s in Houston, TX.

Moving back to New York she was employed at Crowley’s in the quality control department. She finished her career at Stewart’s as the Quality Assurance Manager. While at Stewart’s Marguerite developed an in- house laboratory, resulting in Stewart’s winning Best Milk of the Year in New York numerous times, an accomplishment in which she took great pride.

An avid outdoor enthusiast, always loving an adventure, Marguerite was a “46er” twice over. Her enjoyment of the outdoors included camping, hiking and kayaking; her love of nature is something she passed on to many of her 64 nieces and nephews. Marguerite visited 49 states appreciating the beauty of the many National Parks. Hawaii was the only state she had yet to see. Upon retirement she traveled extensively in her RV. In addition, she loved to fly and got her pilots license. She was also an incredible woodworker. Creating one of a kind pieces gave her great joy. Many friends, family members and clients are amazed at the beautiful creations she produced.

Marguerite was a loyal and generous friend. She had a huge heart and would give the shirt  “off her back”, never expecting anything in return. She will be greatly missed by so many.

One of 10 children, she is survived by her mother Irene Petit, her siblings Marie ( Ken) Purdy, Annette Coriale, Charles “ Chuck” (Kim) Petit, Michele (Tom) Ross, Roger ( Terry) Petit, Denise (Dale) Hall, Laurette (Joe ) Murphy, Leo (Denise) Petit, Rick Petit; her special friends Patty George, Stacy Potvin, Christine Macchi and  Deb Ferranti and many nieces, nephews, cousins, great nieces and great nephews.

Calling hours will be Tuesday August 25, 2020 from 4 to 7 pm at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls   Due to the pandemic, 40 people will be allowed in the funeral home at any one time. Face masks and social distancing are required.

The family would like to thank High Peaks Hospice for the incredible care and support during the last month. Thank you also to Dr Darci Grubbs and her staff at Glens Falls Hospital and the staff at Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be sent to High Peaks Hospice, 454 Glen Street Glens Falls NY 12801

GLENS FALLS – Mary P. Dunham, 85, of Gage Ave., went to dwell in the House of the Lord on Friday, August 14, 2020.

Born in Troy, she was the daughter of the late Helen and Norbert Gallagher.

She was a graduate of Catholic Central High School located in Troy and worked for WSWHWE BOCES as a teacher assistant for 20 years and a volunteer with the Senior Companion Program.

Mary was a communicant of St. Therese Chapel in Gansevoort for many years and St. Michael’s Church in South Glens Falls for more than ten years.

Mary’s biggest enjoyment in life was her family and spending time with her grandchildren.   She was a member of the Moreau Community Center in the town of Moreau and took pleasure in going on many of their trips.  Mary also liked garage sales, horse racing, figure skating, the Opera and the ballet.

Besides her parents and several brothers and sisters, she was predeceased by a beloved daughter, Tina, who passed away on May 23, 1973 and her husband, Robert Dunham.

Survivors include her sons, Robert T. Dunham of Florida, Russell Dunham of Glens Falls, Richard Dunham of Gansevoort, Randy Dunham and his wife, Corinne and their children, Caleb, Cyril, Rachel and Chad, all of Rochester, also, her granddaughter in law, Alex, her son, Ronald Dunham and his wife, Cristeen and their children, Brodie, Bradlie and Tina, all of North Carolina,  Ryan Dunham and his children, Justin Ryan Dunham and Kaitlyn Dunham, all of Johnstown; and  her two brothers, Bryan and David Gallagher, both of Troy.

Friends may call on Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m. at St. Therese’s Chapel in Gansevoort.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m., following the calling hour, on Saturday at St. Therese’s Chapel in Gansevoort.

The Rite of Committal will follow at the Gansevoort Cemetery, where Mary will be laid to rest next to Robert and their daughter, Tina.

A special thank you to Barb Powhida, her “other daughter”, for her kindness and friendship, down through the years and the many enjoyable trips on the Dial-A-Bus.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Association of the Deaf and Hearing Impaired, 71 Glenwood Ave., Queensbury, NY 12804.

GRANVILLE – Edward L. Ballard, 82, formerly of Granville, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2020, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on July 19, 1938, in Granville, he was the son of the late Marvin and Gladys (Lindsey) Ballard.

He was a veteran of the US Air Force.

On June 18, 1972, he married Eileen Smith in Gansevoort.

Edward retired in 1992 from Scott Paper Co of Fort Edward after 32 years of service.

In addition to Granville, he lived in Corinth, Hudson Falls and enjoyed spending winters in Ormond Beach Florida.

His enjoyments included woodworking, yardwork and watching NASCAR Racing.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his first wife, Josephine Rosati Ballard, who passed away in 1985, his daughter, Nancy Jo Ballard, who passed away on November 4, 1996, his sister, Shirley Ballard-Troy and his brothers, Donald Ballard and Raymond Ballard.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Eileen Ballard of Glens Falls; his four grandchildren; four great grandchildren; his step-son, Robert Shovah and his wife, Jackie; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Private burial will be at South Side Cemetery in the town of Moreau.

The family suggests memorial donations be sent to the Alzheimer’s Disease Association, Pine West Plaza #405, Albany, NY 12205.

HUDSON FALLS – Connie Lynn Hafner , 61, of Powhida Way, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 15, 2020, at Albany Medical Center.

Born on July 10, 1959 in Quebec, Canada she was the daughter of the late Edward A. and Donna (Way) Skellie.

Connie attended Fort Edward High School and obtained her GED, which was a lifelong accomplishment. She then studied at BOCES for cake decorating and secretarial studies.

On May 21, 1992, she married the love of her life, Stephen J. Hafner at Kingsbury Baptist Church.  They spent 33 loved filled years together.

Connie had many “professions” throughout her life. She was a self-employed cleaner and took great pride in working for medical device companies throughout the area.  She loved being active in the Parish House in Kingsbury and would volunteer anywhere she could to help anyone in need.  Connie had a big heart and would often volunteer at the Kingsbury Fire House and different organizations throughout the area, cooking and cleaning for many. She was the community caregiver and will be remembered for being a strong woman who received great joy from helping others.   Most importantly, Connie loved being “Grandma” and “Meme”.  Family was the centerpiece of her life and she was adored by all who knew her.  She will be greatly missed.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Edward A. Skellie, Jr.; her mother in law, Rosemarie Hafner and her dogs, Sassy and Samantha.

Survivors include her beloved husband of 28 years, Stephen J. Hafner of Hudson Falls; her children, Lisa McIntosh and her husband, Ernest of Hartford, Jon Waters and his wife, Sarah of Hudson Falls, Ken Mallory and his wife, Jenna of Hudson Falls, and Stevie Harrington and his wife, Kristy of Fort Ann; her grandchildren, Damien, Matthew, Joshua and Jeffrey McIntosh, Logan, Lucas and Landan Waters,  Zen and Paisley Mallory, and Hannah Harrington; her great grandchildren, Hyde, Ocean, Bryson, Roman; her brothers, Mike Skellie (Christine), Scott Skellie (Meredith); her nephew, Brian Winchell; several nieces, nephews and cousins; as well as many friends she made along the way at the C.R. Wood Cancer Center.

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

Funeral services will be conducted 10 a.m., Thursday, at the funeral home.

Burial will follow at Kingsbury Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the C.R. Wood Cancer Center, 102 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801.

HUDSON FALLS – Rosella “Rosie” Beebe. 83, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on August 18, 1936 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Alexander J. Brownell and Edith (Granger) Brownell.

On June 13, 1959, she married the love of her life, Donald V. Beebe.  He passed away on April 15, 2006, after 47 wonderful years of marriage.

Rosie was very involved in her community and hobbies.  She was an active member of the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church and the South Queensbury Fire Auxiliary.   In her spare time, she was an avid flower gardener.

In addition to her parents and husband, Rosie was predeceased by her siblings, Eddy, Harlis, Robert, Teddy, Ora, Billy and Albert.

Survivors include her children, Donald V. Beebe, Jr. and his wife, Crystal of Argyle, Thomas J. Beebe, Sr. and his wife, Barbara of Hudson falls, Pamela Beebe-Ryther and her husband, Jeffrey of Queensbury; her grandchildren, Donald III, Nicholas and Thomas, Jr.; her great grandchildren, Thomas III, Danika, Brantley and Renesmee; her sisters in law, Sheila Brownell and Nancy Brownell; her sister, Judy Bombard; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Monday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.  Due to the pandemic, 40 people are allowed in the funeral home at one time.  Face masks and social distancing are required.

Rosie will be laid to rest with her husband at 2 p.m. on Tuesday at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be sent to the South Queensbury Fire Department, 409 Dix Avenue, Queensbury, NY 12804.

QUEENSBURY – Lynn Marie McCullough, 69, of Queensbury, was called home, on Sunday, August 9, 2020.

Born on May 16, 1951 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Shirley (Ashe) Bordeau.

While growing up, Lynn was an avid horsewoman, who loved going to Rodeos to watch her father compete. Later in life, she loved riding horses at her uncle’s farm in Fort Edward.

After graduating from Hudson Falls High School, her  first job was working  at Montgomery Wards in Queensbury and then she moved to various other jobs in the area.   While spending a long weekend with her cousin in New Jersey, Lynn met and fell in love with her blind date and future husband, James McCullough.  The long weekend turned into 34  years in New Jersey.  While living there, she began her working career at Terre Company, then working  as the Secretary to the Board of Education in Pompton Plains, NJ. , office administrator at DuPont and finally retiring from AgFa, a  divestiture of DuPont.  Throughout  her career of working full time, Lynn sold Mary Kay Products on her time off.  Following her retirement, she and her husband, James moved to Queensbury, a promise he made to her years before.

In 1988, Lynn and James purchased their summer camp on Hadlock Pond.  They spent 13 wonderful years there, boating and fishing, making new friends and entertaining old acquaintances.  After selling the camp, they made fond memories taking fun cruises.   

Lynn was an avid volunteer and a great supporter of the Glens Falls Elks Lodge #81.  As years progressed in Elkdom, she became involved in the administration, and in 2019 was elected Esteemed Lecturing Knight and in 2020 Lynn took the role of Esteemed Leading Knight, until her passing.

Lynn was a fighter.  In 1996 she was diagnosed and through the years, battled breast cancer.  Always optimistic in her fight and never feeling sorry for herself, Lynn worked hard to become healthy.  Throughout her life, she will be remembered as kind, compassionate, levelheaded, and never losing her cool.

She also had a huge heart.  In 2016, Lynn sponsored a benefit for her godson, Otto Miller, a Queensbury hockey player who was injured in an accident.  The benefit that she organized provided Otto with wheels that he used for his independence.  The Queensbury Hockey Team, Pink the Rink honored both Lynn and Jim, twice as they were both battling cancer.  In 2015 they were honored by Otto Miller and in 2020 by Ian Miller.

Survivors include her loving husband and soulmate, James McCullough of Queensbury; her brother, Richard Bordeau and his wife, Marilyn of Queensbury; and several nieces, nephews and cousins

Friends may call on Saturday, August 15, 2020 from 11 to 1 P.M. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.  Due to the pandemic, 40 people are allowed in the funeral home at one time and face masks and social distancing are required.

At 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, a Lodge of Sorrow service will be provided by the Glens Falls Elks Lodge # 81.

A Funeral Service will follow at Lodge of Sorrow service at 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

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

Following the cemetery service, everyone is welcome to the Glens Falls Elks Lodge #81 to celebrate Lynn’s life.

Her family wishes to thank all the professionals at the C.R. Wood Cancer Center for their compassion and wonderful care. James would also like to take this opportunity to extend his deepest gratitude to all the friends, family and High Peaks Hospice for their assistance and care during an exceedingly difficult time.   When he needed help the most, the Good Lord sent two angels, of which are also close friends and happen to be nurses, Nancy and Cathy.   The loving care they extended to Lynn and me will never be forgotten.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to C.R.Wood Cancer Center, 102 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801.

QUEENSBURY –  Bernard “Bernie” A. Legault, 93, of Queensbury, passed away, surrounded by his loved ones, on Friday, August 7, 2020, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on May 15, 1927, in Glens Falls, Bernie was the son of the late Ulric and Juliette (Lemery) Legault.

After his graduation from Glens Falls High School, Bernie enlisted in the U.S. Army, proudly serving his country during World War II.  He was a witness to history, serving as an escort Guard during the Nuremberg trials at the Palace of Justice, in Germany.  He was responsible for bringing the defendants from their cells to the Court Room.

Upon his return from Europe, he married Lillian Serge on August 24, 1947.  They were married for 36 years until her passing in September 1983.  Bernie remarried Virginia Polunci on September 14, 1984 and they were married for 36 years, until her passing in March 2019.

Bernie began working for Imperial Ciba-Geigy as a dye technician for 37 years until his retirement in November 1984.  He continued to work with his brothers and nephews in residential construction. 

Bernie was a member of the Glens Falls Elks Club #81 for 43 years, where he enjoyed shooting darts in their League every Tuesday night.  As an avid golfer, he loved playing at The Bend of The River and Brookhaven Country Club regularly with his many friends every week.  Bernie and his brothers built a summer camp on Sacandaga Lake where his family and friends enjoyed many summer days and nights, for 40 plus years.

In addition to his parents and both his wives, Bernie was predeceased by his three brothers, Damase, Donald and Jacques Legault and his three grandsons, David Hogan, Kevin Hogan and Christian Morey.

Survivors include his three children, Peter Legault and his wife, Margaret of Raleigh NC, Nora Hogan of Cape May, NJ, Virginia Campbell and her husband, Jeffrey of Rutland VT; stepson and nephew, George Polunci and his wife, Carol of Granville; his “adopted daughter”, Chris Spina of Queensbury; his two grandchildren, Dr. Jessica McLaughlin and Nicholas Campbell; his four great-grandchildren; his brother, Roland Legault and his wife, Jean of South Glens Falls; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family wishes to thank Chris Spina for always being there for Bernie, taking care of him and making sure he was safe and never alone. They also send a special thanks to his nephew, Jim Legault and his wife, Donna, for the wonderful care and support given to Bernie.

Friends may call on Tuesday, August 11, 2020 from 10 to 12 P.M.  at Carleton Funeral Home, 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls NY.  Due to the pandemic, 40 people are allowed in the funeral home at one time. Face masks and social distancing are required.

Funeral Services will follow the calling hours at 12 Noon at the funeral home.

Burial will follow at St. Alphonsus Cemetery in Queensbury with full military honors.

Following the Rite of Committal, everyone is welcome to a gathering to celebrate Bernie’s life, at the Glens Falls Elks Lodge # 81, on Cronin Road in Queensbury.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations in Bernie’s name be made to the American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Lane, Latham, NY  12110.

PUTNAM STATION – Larry (Ragu) S. Maiolo, of Putnam Station, went into the arms of the Lord, unexpectedly, Monday, August 3, 2020.

Born August 18, 1943 in New Rochelle, he was the son of the late Gismondo “Jesse” and Jennie (Brainard) Maiolo.

On March 17, 1979, Larry married Bonnie S. Monroe at Truthville Baptist Church in Truthville.  He was proud to have travelled through life with her by his side.

Larry was a member of the Lakeside Regional Church in Hague, where he worshiped his Lord and met many wonderful friends.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, going out to eat, which sometimes included many loaves of bread.  Larry loved planting flowers around his beautiful property in Putnam and taking his two dogs, Izzy and Vali, out for walks. He will be remembered for carrying himself with effortless kindness, always looking out for others in need. In his younger years, he volunteered at Daytop Village Drug Rehab in Millbrook, where he took great pride in helping people get back on their feet. Larry’s stoic gentleness and huge heart made him a quick friend to everyone he met.  Never acting his age, he could put younger men to shame.  With his keen sense of humor, Larry could always put a smile on your face and if you would lend him an ear, he would gladly talk for hours, about anything and everything.  He started playing lotto with his mother and continued that tradition after her passing.  He would always play “her numbers”, sometimes letting his children pick numbers and would have all the up to date jackpots.  Larry took many memorable trips with his family, and always looked forward to the next beach vacation, where he would share wonderful memories.  Recently he took a trip to Mexico with his wife, brother and sister in law, where he rode a horse along the oceanside and a trip to Aruba, where he took a trip in a submarine to the ocean floor.  Most of all, Larry was passionate about lifting weights which he did every day.    

Larry was an adored husband, father and grandfather who will be missed beyond words.

Besides his parents, Larry was welcomed to Heaven by his father in law, Richard Monroe and his brother in law, John Monroe.

Those left to cherish his memories include his loving wife of 41 years, Bonnie S. Maiolo of Putnam Station; his children, Larry S. Maiolo and his wife, Angie of Ticonderoga, Michael Maiolo and his wife, Heide of Hartford,  Cassandra S. Maille and her husband, Nick of Queensbury, as well as Kimberly (Chris) and Rebecca and their mother, Irene; his “adopted” daughter, Martha Crammond of Putnam Station; his seven loving grandchildren; his siblings, Genevieve Davidson of Kenner, LA, Betty Ann Maloney of Fort Worth, TX and Jesse Maiolo of Queensbury; his mother in law, Florence Monroe; his brothers in law, William (Kathy) Monroe, Donnie (Elaine) Monroe and James (Judy) Monroe; his sisters in law, Laurie (Brian) Thatcher, Lilly (John) Hickey, Melissa (Adam) Puccino; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call Friday, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the Wilcox & Regan Funeral Home, 11 Algonkin Street,  Ticonderoga.  

A Memorial Service will be conducted on Friday, at 3:30 p.m., following the calling hours at the funeral home, with the Reverend Skip Trembley, officiating.

Memorial donations in memory of Larry may be made to Lakeside Regional Church, 9803 Graphite Mountain Rd., Hague, NY 12836.

QUEENSBURY – Nancy E. Keefe, 60, passed away unexpectedly on July 31, 2020 at Glens Falls Hospital.

She was born January 9, 1960 in Ontario, Canada. 

Nancy enjoyed horseback riding, camping, playing pool in her women’s pool league, going to the farmers market and watching the Yankees, the Cowboys, Chuck Norris movies and George Foreman fights.  

Nancy was predeceased by her parents, Edward and Ann (Henry) Wallis and her brother, Butch Wallis. 

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Patrick Keefe; her siblings, Debbie (Fred), Grace (Harry), Sheri (Bunk) and Donnie; her children, Jack (Karlisha), Sabrina (Bryan, Jr.), and Arthur (Michele); as well as her 6 grandchildren.

There will be no services. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Carleton Funeral Home, P.O. Box 67, Hudson Falls, NY 12839. Arrangements are under the care of Carleton

QUEENSBURY – James Wesley (Jim) Hill, 96, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 29, 2020, at his home on Old Mill Lane after a brief period of declining health.

The son of Grover Cleveland and Sallie Ann Summerlin Hill, he was born at home on Easter Sunday, April 20, 1924, in Lenoir County, NC.

He graduated from Contentnea High School in 1941, having served as president of his senior class.  After graduation, he worked briefly for a tobacco company with locations in Kinston, NC and Lexington, KY.

In January 1944 James was drafted into the United States Navy and sent on many missions as a hospital corpsman after his training at Bainbridge, MD. He served on various ships in the Pacific during World War II and on April 1, 1945 participated in the invasion of Okinawa aboard the USS Mendocino APA 100. Other duties included the USS Tulagi CVE 72 during the operation Magic Carpet that brought troops and equipment home from Japan.

In 1946 James enlisted in the regular Navy and served at several locations, including the US Naval Hospital at Pearl Harbor; the Quantico Marine Base; the US Naval Hospital in Coco Solo, Panama Canal Zone; the US Navy Department in Washington, DC; and the US Naval Hospital at Quantico, VA. He was in Panama when the Korean War began and enlistments were extended for one year by President Truman.

James departed from the United State Navy as Hospitalman 2^nd Class in August 1951. He was proud of his service to his country and was grateful for the many opportunities for personal growth that service provided.

Following his military service, he was employed in Glens Falls, NY by the Imperial, Color Chemical and Paper Corporation as a laboratory technician, beginning in 1952. Later owners of the company were Hercules and Ciba-Geigy. He was a laboratory supervisor when he retired from Ciba-Geigy in 1983.

For many years, Jim resided on Circular Drive in Hudson Falls in a house with a big yard that he landscaped beautifully. He enjoyed both indoor and outdoor plants and had a talent for growing them.

Throughout the years he lived in upstate New York, Jim still managed to get “home” to North Carolina several times each year. After he retired, he delighted in being able to also spend several weeks each winter with friends in Sarasota, Fl.

He was a life member of V.F.W. Post 6196 in Queensbury.

Jim was a good, kind, thoughtful, and generous man. Throughout his life, he easily made friends wherever he happened to be, and he stayed in touch over the years with many of the good friends he had made during his time in the Navy. It was during the visit to the home of one of those friends, Ray Leroux, that he heard about a possible job at Imperial. Ray lived with his parents, Wilfred and Regina Leroux, in a big house on Main St. in the Village of Hudson Falls. Mr. and Mrs. Leroux urged Jim to apply for the job and said he could stay on with them as a lodger if he was hired. Thus, Jim was welcomed into the Leroux home then and, over the years, into the hearts of several generations of the extended Leroux family. Always, but for the past several years in particular, Nancy Leroux Moulton, her husband John, and their children and grandchildren have held Jim especially close to their hearts and aided him in ways that helped him remain as independent as possible and in his own home.

Special thanks to Michelle Moulton Hammond for her patience, her thoughtfulness, her kind and compassionate care, and for being an advocate for what is just and right. There are many others, too, who lovingly helped provide heart-felt care for the man they think of as their “Uncle Jim” as he embarked on his final journey.

Many thanks to Connie Rawlins for being a good neighbor through the years and for her friendship, as well.

In addition to his parents, Jim is predeceased by three brothers, William Stanley Hill, Grover Clay Hill, and Wiley Edward Hill; and three sisters,  Effie Lee Hill Becton, Faye Hill French Mozingo, and Joyce Hill Owens Dula.

He is survived by his youngest sister, Rebecca Hill, of Kinston, NC, as well as thirteen of the seventeen nieces and nephews to whom he was “Uncle Wesley,” and many more in succeeding generations.

Graveside services will be held for family and friends, with the Rev. Bob Smith officiating. Interment will take place in the Hill family plot in the British Chapel Church Cemetery on British Road in Kinston, NC, with the assistance of Howard-Carter Funeral Home.

Memorial donations in memory of James W. Hill may be made to “Purrs and Paws,” P.O. Box 4197, Queensbury, NY 12804.

FORT EDWARD – Richard A. (Dick) McKinney, 85, of Campell Drive, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, July 28, 2020.

Born on November 16, 1934 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Gerald E. and Lorena A. (Bentley) McKinney.

Dick was a 1952 graduate of South Glens Falls High School.  During his high school years, he met his future wife, Patricia J. Lewis, at a roller-skating rink.  On July 1, 1956, they were married.

Although Dick himself was not a veteran, he was very proud that five of his nine children served their country.  Dick worked at Nibco in South Glens Falls.  He then went to work for Ceiba Geigy.  He retired early from Ciba Geigy and then attended the machinist course at BOCES in Hudson Falls.  He was very proud of his grade, 98.7, when he completed the course.  He went on to work for Doty Machine Works as a machinist until his second retirement.  After that he kept busy by helping his children with all their various projects and passed on all his knowledge and wisdom to them.

Dick enjoyed hunting and fishing in his younger years.  He enjoyed working on the pit crew for the #97 Kearns Race Car.  Dick also enjoyed watching NASCAR, bird watching from the living room window and most recently, spending weekends at camp.  He renewed his love for fishing on Brant Lake near his camp.  He was an avid Wheel of Fortune watcher and was very good at solving all the puzzles before the contestants.

He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 574, in Hudson Falls.  Dick was also a member of the bingo committee.  He very much enjoyed his Friday nights at the legion, selling bingo cards and made many friends there.

Dick was a very laid back, easy going, big hearted guy and all his children and grandchildren’s friends considered him their “Pa”.  If you knew him, you loved him.

In addition to his parents, Dick was welcomed to heaven by his wife, Patricia (Pat); his brothers, James and Wilmer (Bill) and his sister, Barbara Jean Tabernilla. 

Survivors include his nine children, Gary (Toni-Jean) McKinney, Richard “Andy” (Cindy) McKinney, Steve McKinney and his significant other, Nancy Rabine, Tim (Kay) McKinney, Laurie McKinney, Tom McKinney, Tony (Christy) McKinney, Cathy (Ron) Tessier and George (Angie) McKinney; his grandchildren, Gary (Theresa), Brian (Jodelle) , Eric (Happy), Rick, John, Sean, Heather, Michelle (Marvin), Geneieve (Shak), Christina, Ryan (Nicole), Emily, Ashlee, Hope (Joel),  Cortney (Nick),  Jarrid, Alyssa (Jared), Ian, Marty, Noah, Whayette and Carson; 24 great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren, Also his siblings, Gerald (Skip) McKinney, Beatrice Moss, Margaret (Peg) Bromwell, Dorothy (Dot) Ray, Ruth Dobler;  several nieces, nephews and cousins, and his beloved puppy dog, “Sally”.

Friends may call Tuesday, August 4, 2020, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., in Hudson Falls.  Due to the current pandemic, the funeral home may only allow 35 visitors in the building at one time.  Everyone must wear a mask and maintain social distance.

A graveside service will take place on Wednesday, August 5, 2020, 9 a.m., at Southside Cemetery in the town of Moreau. 

Dick’s family would like to thank Rita All, NP, doctors and staff at Fort Edward Kingsbury Health Center for their kindness and care given to dad over the years.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Dick may be sent to the American Lung Association, 418 Broadway, Albany, New York 12207, the American Legion Post 574, 72 Pearl St., Hudson Falls, New York 12839 or to a charity of one’s choice.

HUDSON FALLS – Michael S. Fleeman, 50, of Hudson Falls, passed way on Thursday, July 23, 2020, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on December 29, 1969 in Glens Falls, he was the son of Robert Fleeman and Lorraine (LaPlant) Nash.

Michael attended Argyle School.

He enjoyed every day he worked for Humphrey’s Trucking.  Humphrey’s took good care of Mike, even when he could no longer drive for them.  He loved NASCAR, especially Kevin Harvick.  Michael also an avid Dallas Cowboy and New York Yankee Fan.  He enjoyed spending time at night, outdoor fishing, especially with family and friends.

Michael will be remembered for being a good man with a heart of gold.  He would help out anyone who needed it.  Michael was deeply loved by everyone he met.  Most of all he was a great father, and grandfather.  His granddaughter Abby was the center of his life and his strength to keep going.  Michael always could find the good in everything.

He was predeceased by his stepmother, Sue Fleeman and his cousin, AJ Huntington.

He is survived by his fiancée, whom he met and was devoted to from the age of 20, Toni Fleming; his children, Kristi Fleeman and Alexa Fleeman; her son in law Gene Bauser; his granddaughter, Abby Bauser; his parents, Robert Fleeman and Lorriane Nash; his grandmother, Ella Huntington; his siblings, Bob Fleeman, Jr., Melissa Nash, Donny Suba, Sr. and his wife, Valerie, Gary Nash and Steven Suba; his sister in law, Colleen Fleeman; and his cousin he was very close to, Terry Doran.

Memorial calling hours will be 11 to 1 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2020 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

The Family suggests memorial donations be sent to the CR Wood Cancer Center, 102 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801.