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Gary L. McLaughlin

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LAKE GEORGE – Gary L. McLaughlin, 80, of Helen Street in Lake George, passed away peacefully into the arms of the Lord, on Tuesday, September 25, 2018, surrounded by his loving family, after a long illness.

Born on November 28, 1937 in Fort Edward, he was the son of the late Milton T. and Margaret (Bennett) McLaughlin.

Gary was a 1956 graduate of Hudson Falls High School.  Soon after graduation, on November 13, 1956, he married the love of his life, Joyce Evans at St. Mary’s Church in Hudson Falls, officiated by Father Dunbar.

Gary was a proud U.S. Navy veteran, having been honorably discharged on February 27, 1963.  He also enjoyed going to the Lake George American Legion Post # 374 to spend time with his fellow veterans.

In 1957, he began his career as an New York State Encon officer, retiring in 1988.

He was a jack of all trades who could do anything. Gary was an excellent car restorer, carpenter and craftsman.  He restored antique cars, namely VW Beetles, and then sold them.   Once Gary and Walter Grishkot made a 1937 Jaguar.

When he found time to take a vacation, Gary went on hunting trips to Canada with his wife, Joyce and friends, Art and Pat.  Later in life, he took trips to Florida and to Acapulco, Mexico.    Above all he loved entertaining his family and friends, playing guitar, while his wife, Joyce accompanying him on vocals.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Scott and Milton McLaughlin and his sisters, Nancy Clifton and Jackie Carpenter.

Survivors include his loving wife of 62 years, Joyce McLaughlin of Lake George; his children, Cathy (Michael) Hayes, Gary (Kathy) McLaughlin, Robin (Willie) Ortiz, Barbara (William) Forbes, Scott McLaughlin and his fiancé, Robin Andre and Amy (Benjamin) Dickerson; 23 grandchildren; one great granddaughter; his sisters, Sherryn (Michael) Espeseth, Barbara (Garry) Hamlin and Joy (Chet) Suida; his sister in law, Brigid McLaughlin; his brothers, Daniel (Kathy) Carpenter and Tony King; and several nieces and nephews.

The family wishes to thank his special caregivers, Warren County Health Services, Alzheimer Respite, Dr. Christopher Hoy, Audrey Charron, Kristine Hart, Joyce Moulton and Lynelle Hauser for the wonderful care and compassion given to Gary.

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

Funeral Services will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Saturday, following the calling hours at the funeral home.

The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward, with full military honors provided by the Hudson Falls American Legion Post 574.

The family suggests that donations in Gary’s name be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation, P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD  21741-5014.

Steven M. Parsons

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HUDSON FALLS – Steven M. Parsons, after a long illness, passed away early in the morning of September 23rd, in Glens Falls Hospital.  He resided in Hudson Falls and was born in Rochester, N.Y. in 1939.

From the age of five, he studied the violin.  Steve graduated from the Eastman School of Music in 1961 and taught music in the Hudson Falls Central School District from 1961until his retirement in 1994.

He was a loyal and generous man with a great sense of humor.  Outgoing and affable, he easily made friends, and they will miss him dearly.

He is predeceased by his parents, George and Helen (Harrington) Parsons.

Steve is survived by his brother, Thomas L. Parsons.

Friends may call on Saturday, October 6, 2018 from 10 to 12 PM at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Memorial Services will follow the calling hours at 12 Noon at the funeral home on Saturday, with the Rev. Michael Plank, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, officiating.

A Reception will follow the service at the First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, 5 River Street in Hudson Falls.

In his last hours Steve expressed his deep gratitude to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad and the wonderful staff and doctors of Glens Falls Hospital.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O Box 226, Fort Edward, NY  12839.

 

Laurie Jean Howk (Aiken)

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HADLOCK POND AND ANDREWS AIR FORCE BASE- Laurie Jean Howk (Aiken), 60, ascended to the House of the Lord on the 19th day of September 2018 at Inova Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church, Virginia.

She was born in Glens Falls on April 30, 1958 to Edwin and Betty Aiken of Hudson Falls, who we know welcomed her with loving arms when she left this earth and joined them in heaven.

Laurie graduated from Hudson Falls High School, later attending Adirondack Community College where she met her husband, Paul Howk from Queensbury, and they embarked on an almost 41-year journey that literally spanned the world.

Laurie is survived by her husband Paul, their three beautiful daughters and their spouses: Jennifer Hendrex (Cordell) of North Las Vegas, NV; Justina Westhead (David) of North Las Vegas, NV; and Marissa Beauchamp (Joseph) of New Boston, MI, five grandchildren Macy and Taven Hendrex and Emelyn, Eloise, and Evan Westhead, her four siblings: Susan Pack (Greg) of Cape Coral, Florida; John Aiken (Jeriann) of West Ft Ann, Linda Murray (Ervin) of Queensbury; and Thomas Aiken (Connie) of Perkins, SC, and a beloved family of in-laws, nieces, and nephews.

Laurie was a devoted United States Air Force wife, mother, and a true patriot.  She loved to travel and traveled the world as part of the Air Force with her husband and family for a total of 36 years.  She courageously battled a rare respiratory illness, Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia, throughout her life but took pride in never showing her disability.  She truly loved spending time with her three daughters and her grandchildren at their family home on Hadlock Pond in Ft Ann, NY.  Laurie’s respiratory issues took their toll and on October 1st 2005 she received a miracle in the form of a single lung transplant thanks to the generosity of a young lady named Amanda Sheffer and the skill of the Inova Fairfax Lung Transplant Team.  Amanda and her selfless family became extended members of Laurie’s family throughout these last 13 years.  She exhibited great faith, strength, and courage throughout her many health issues.  She kept her positive attitude and always said “if you look good, you feel good”.  Laurie inspired all of those around her to never give up, believe in the power of prayer, and always wear lipstick!  She will be missed beyond belief by those who knew her and loved her.

Friends may call on Wednesday, September 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY.

Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. with the Reverend Jon Bly officiating.

Burial will be at the Pine View Cemetery in Queensbury, after the services.

All are welcome to attend a gathering at the Queensbury Central Firehouse on Lafayette Street in Queensbury, at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Contributions may be made to the Washington Regional Transplant Center at https://wrtcdev.secure.nonprofitsoapbox.com/make-a-contribution, 3190 Fairview Park Drive #700, Falls Church, VA  22042, or to Donate Life America, 701 East Byrd Street, 16th Floor, Richmond, VA  23219,  or to the PCD Foundation, 10137 Portland Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN  55420.

The greatest honor she could receive is by having individuals register to become organ donors, giving other families the second chance at life that she was given.

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

John C. Weber

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HUDSON FALLS – John C. Weber, of Hudson Falls and Proctor, VT, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 12, 2018.

John was born on September 17, 1958, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late John and Helen Weber.

John grew up in Hudson Falls and attended Hudson Falls Schools.  He worked for many years Native Textiles before they closed.  He was currently working at Angiodynamics in Queensbury.

John enjoyed hunting, fishing and building things out of wood.  He enjoyed making toy boxes for his grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Mary.

He is survived by his children, Kira Weber (Phillip Ball) of Stillwater, Staff Sergeant Kristopher Weber of Jacksonville, NC and Kyle Weber of Feeding Hills, MA his grandchildren, Wyatt Ball of Stillwater, Emily Weber of Fayetteville, NC, Briana Weber-Lovelace of St. Cloud, FL and Jaelah Ball of Stillwater; his fiancé, Karen Davis and their dog, Nina of Proctor, Vermont; his sisters, Pat DeLong (Raymond, Bev Cheeney (Robert) and Lynn Bailey (David); his former wife and mother of his children, Joanne Weber of Stillwater; and many nieces, nephews cousins, aunts and uncles.

Memorial services will be conducted at 1p.m. on Tuesday, September 25, 2018, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

The family has asked in lieu of flowers to make a donation in John’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Robert J. Jones “Bogus”

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Robert J. Jones “Bogus”

“BoBo, we all love you very much and wish you were here with us. Everyone misses you, we love you. Your girl, Quinn”

 Robert J. Jones, known to all as “Bogus”, passed away surrounded by loving family after a brief illness, on September 14, 2018, at the age of 64.

Bogus was born on May 18, 1954 in Albany, New York to John (Jack) and Dorothy (Griner) Jones.  He attended St. Mary’s in Hudson Falls and later graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1972.

Bogus lived every day to it’s fullest and “sowed his oats” when he was young as his father will tell.  After high school, he relocated to Miami, Florida to give local law enforcement a break.  When all was quiet, he moved back to Hudson Falls, NY and “settled” down.  He married Nancy Murphy in January 1979 and soon welcomed his two daughters, Hillary and Abby, whom he named upon their first meeting.  After working various jobs to support his growing family, he began his career as correctional officer for the State of New York in 1982.

Throughout his 25-year career in corrections, his friendships with his fellow guards are what kept him going.  Whether it was the games they came up with to pass the time, the many trips to Yankee and Giant’s Stadiums or sending anonymous mailings to one another, their brotherhood held strong.

When Bogus wasn’t working you could find him mowing and taking meticulous care of his lawn, watching the Hudson Falls Tigers athletic events, out on his Harley or glued to his ESPN.  He also enjoyed the annual vacations to Surfside Beach, South Carolina with his family and friends that were family.  Skiing trips to Italy, beach trips to Mexico and Dominican Republic, and later Disney and Universal trips with his granddaughters kept him full of stories right to the end.

After the stroke that couldn’t take him from us in 2011, he fought back to live a full life, eventually riding 20 miles a day on his new recumbent bicycle.  His granddaughter Maddie Mae aided in his recovery by singing him back to health with her one hit wonder on You Tube.  In true Bogus fashion, he never let his new normal get him down and was sure to practice walking without his cane so he was able to walk his daughter, Abby down the aisle on her wedding day.

Reluctant to tag himself a moniker for his grandfather duties, his “Mighty, Mighty, Quinn” lovingly named him BoBo and for those closest to him, Bogus forever became BoBo. His time before and after school with his Quinny solidified their unbreakable bond.  His youngest granddaughter, Vivienne Bo, will carry on his namesake for us all.

His mother, Dorothy Jones, his stepmother, Patricia Marden Jones, his stepbrother, Brent Farnsworth and his mother in law, Jeanne O’Brien Murphy, predeceases him.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Nancy, his daughters, Hillary and Abby and their husbands (the son’s he always wanted), Levi Brewer and James McReynolds.  His granddaughters, Madison Mae, Quinn Elizabeth and Vivienne Bo.  His father John M. (Jack) Jones, his brother Richard Risman-Jones (Heidi), his sister, Carol Long (Ron), his step sisters, Renee Farnsworth and Brenda McAdams (Sandy), his brother in laws, Brien Murphy (Claire) and Richard Murphy (Kathy), his uncle William Jones (Betty) and many, many, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Friends may call on Wednesday, September 19, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will take place the following day at 11 a.m. at the Gospel Lighthouse Assemblies of God Church, 30 La Cross Street, Hudson Falls.

After the funeral, a gathering will be held at the family home.

In lieu of flowers, please be kind to one another.

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

 

 

Aurore B. Koos

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HUDSON FALLS- Aurore B. Koos, 87, of Hudson Falls, passed away at the Pines in Glens Falls on Sunday September 9, 2018.

Born on September 22, 1930 in Queens, New York, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Katherine (Knieste) Brown.

Aurore married Joseph C. Koos on February 14, 1953 at St. Barnabus Lutheran Church in Howard Beach, Queens, NY. They were married for 58 years until his passing.

She was first employed by New York Life in Manhattan as a claim’s adjustor. After moving here, she worked at Continental Insurance in Glens Falls.

Aurore was an active member of the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church. She loved traveling and dining out, but most important to her, was spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents and husband, Joseph, she was predeceased by her son, Douglas Koos.

Survivors include her sister, Evelyn Bulcroft of Staten Island; her daughter, Diane Seney of Mayfield; her three grandchildren, Derek Seney, Alisha Brown and her husband, Matt and Joseph Koos;  her daughter-in-law, Melissa Koos of Hudson Falls; her nephew Kenneth Bulcroft and wife, Carol; her niece, Kathy Campanelli and her husband, Tommy; her nephew, Roy Dykeman and his wife, Jeanine and her nephew Ray Dykeman and his wife, Brenda.

Friends may call on Monday, September 17, from 11 to 12:30 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.

The funeral will be held at 12:30, following the calling hours, at the funeral home, and burial will take place at 2:30 at the Gerald B. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

The family suggests that donations in Aurore’s name be made to the charity of one’s choice.

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

Harry L. Hafner

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HARTFORD – Harry L Hafner, 71, formerly of Hudson Falls and Las Vegas, passed away peacefully at home on September 11, 2018, after a short illness.

Harry was a graduate of Hudson Falls Central School, where he excelled in basketball and track. He served as a Sergeant in the US Air Force.    Upon returning home, he became a NYS Certified Cabinetmaker.   Harry was the Coordinator of renovations for Glens Falls Hospital and the proprietor of Hafner Construction, for many years.    After a long illness, he joined Whiteman Chevrolet, where he worked for several years until retirement.

Harry’s loves were his family, construction and cars and he always felt lucky to have them all.

He was predeceased by his parents, Donald Bell and Nellie (Lewis) Hafner, his brother, Thomas, his in-laws, Gorman and Edna VanAernem, his brothers in law, Richard Gorman VanAernem and Robert Joseph VanAernem and his sister in law, Carol VanAernem.

On October 30, 1965, Harry married Mary E. VanAernem and they  have spent a loving life for over 52 years; his other survivors include, three beloved children, Julie Lynn Durham and her husband, William Jr, of Las Vegas, NV, Richard Donald Hafner and his wife, Kellie of Schroon Lake and Erik Gorman Hafner and his wife, Lynda of Hartford; five cherished grandchildren, Thomas Joseph “TJ” Hafner, Shaylyn Kate Brancati and her husband, Michael, Jacob Harrison Hafner, Michelle Stephanie Mann-Saumier and her husband, Tom and John Matthew Funiciello; and his beautiful great granddaughter, Fallon Lenore O’Dell; he is also survived by his loved brothers in law, Thomas R. VanAernem and his wife, Renee of Hudson Falls , George E. VanAernem of Hudson Falls and Barb Van Aernem of Conway, South Carolina; and several nieces, nephews, an aunt and several cousins.

The family extends our heartfelt thanks to all of the Doctors and Nurses of Hudson Headwaters, HCR and High Peaks Hospice who were so competent, compassionate and kind to him during his illness.

Friends may call on Sunday from 1 to 4 P.M. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Following the calling hours, family and friends are welcome to share memories of Harry.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to High Peaks Hospice, 454 Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Michael “Mike” Audette

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HUDSON FALLS – Michael “Mike” Audette, 59, of Clark Street, passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2018 at the Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on June 2,1959 in Troy, he was the son of the late George R. and Janet (Bottum) Audette.

Mike graduated from Queensbury High School and soon after, enlisted in the United States Navy, where he proudly served his country.

On May 25, 2018 he married Jennifer Whalen at McDermott’s Harley Davidson in Kingsbury with their friends, Elise and Kara, as witnesses.

Mike retired from Kamann Bearing in Glens Falls as a manager.

He loved his Harley 2005 Bagger Custom bike and his BMW car.  Mike also enjoyed downhill skiing, playing pool and being around animals, especially dogs.  Along with his wife, Jennifer, they took many trips together.  Two of their favorite places were Maine and New Hampshire.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Kathleen Audette.

Survivors include his loving wife, Jennifer Audette of Hudson Falls; his daughters, Emily Audette of Maryland, Sheraton Merchant, Sierra Merchant and Giulianna Catuccio, all of South Glens Falls; his brothers, Daniel Audette and his wife, Kristi of Woodstock, Vermont and Edward “Ned” Audette and his wife, Lisa of Delaware; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and good friends, Jim and June Ure of Hudson Falls, Mike Manney of Saratoga, Sasha Mehilick, Katherine Breult, Juliana Fabian and Maverick Hobus.

Friends may call on Tuesday, September 18, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

The family has asked that everyone bring a red rose to the calling hours.

Following the calling hours, everyone is welcome to Saluto’s in Hudson Falls.

Burial will be at a later date in Pine View Cemetery, in the town of Queensbury.

The family suggests that memorial donations in Mike’s name be made to the SPCA of Upstate New York, 588 Queensbury Avenue, Queensbury, NY  12804

 

 

James (Jimmy) Valentine

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EL CAJON, CA- James (Jimmy) Valentine

With great sadness the family wishes to convey the passing of James Valentine, on June 21, 2018 at the age of 76.

Jimmy’s career in Television and Radio, in production and as announcer, spans decades. A career that was well suited to him. His speech was very articulate, and he had a wonderful speaking voice.  Jimmy was a people person and his job brought him in contact with a wide variety of interesting and knowledgeable people. He began in the mailroom at Channel 10 in Albany, NY.  His career took him and his family across the states, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Kentucky and Texas. Jimmy and his family settled in El Cajon, California, where he retired after many years, as Radio announcer and producer at KOGO Radio San Diego. He was a free spirited and adventuresome man. Once hopped a freight train and traveled miles as the hobos did. He was a Harley man. Loved riding that Harley and the freedom of the open road. He rode cross country to Washington D.C., with Run for the Wall. Jimmy and his wife, Noreen would take many trips in their RV.  Whether it was taking small little trips to the beaches on the Pacific Coast or driving from California to NY.

Jimmy served in the Army during the Vietnam era. He was passionate about seeing that our Military men and women and their families were cared for. He belonged to several volunteer organizations that help military families. After 9/11, he was instrumental in helping to created Homefront San Diego, which was an organization that helped provide for military men, women and their families in the San Diego area. They help with repairing cars, finding furnishings and appliances for homes when needed. They helped with the cost of rent, utility bills or providing groceries. They were there for our military personnel, whatever unexpected circumstances might come their way. And Jimmy was there to see that they received that help, right up to the time of his passing. Jimmy will forever live in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Besides his parents, Jimmy was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Warren R. West of Newcomb.

He is survived by his loving wife and soulmate, Noreen (West) Valentine, of El Cajon, CA; his son, Ralph Valentine and his wife, Veronica of Hastings, Nebraska; his daughter, Karen Valentine of Hastings, Nebraska; his grandchildren, Justus, Loree, Aiden, Serenity, Clara, Haley and Dagny; and his great grandson, Alfonso.  He is survived by his mother-in-law, Betty West (Newcomb) of Glens Falls; brothers and sisters-in-law, Brooke and Denise Howard of Hudson Falls, Paul and Bonnie West of Queensbury, Larry and Dorie Lapine of Warner Robins, GA, Ron and Antionette LaCourse of Lake Royale, NC, Sharon West and her fiancé, Richard LaClair of Dresden. He is also survived by many nephews and nieces.

A service for Jimmy will be held at the Gerald B. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Friday, September 14, at 11:00 a.m. Escorted by the Patriot Guard Riders with Full Military Honors provided by the Hudson Falls American Legion Post 574 Color Guard.

The family sincerely thanks Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. for their care and compassion during this solemn time.

Local arrangements have been entrusted to Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY.

Online condolences may be made by visiting carletonfuneralhome.net

Paul G. Hunsperger

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HARTFORD – Paul G. Hunsperger, 92, of State Route 149, passed away on Thursday, September 6, 2018, at the Glens Falls Hospital

Born on April 16, 1926 in Attica, he was the son of the late J. Arnold and Ida (Whittwer) Hunsperger.

Paul graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1943.

Until age 47, he worked on the family farm in Fort Edward. He built houses from 1973 until 1988 and worked at Gibson Hardware in Hartford for a time.

His wife, Irene Smith Hunsperger, died on May 18, 1999.

Paul was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Hudson Falls where he served as a deacon and a trustee.

His enjoyments included reading and traveling.

In addition to his wife and parents, three brothers, John, Walter and Otto Hunsperger, as well as his six sisters, Helen Maloy, Dora Case and Ruth Wever, Gerty Duell, Emmy Smith and Pearl Stark, alsodied before him.

Survivors include four children, John Hunsperger of Gilroy, CA, Linda Whitney and her husband, Bruce, of Fort Ann, Sandra Brown and her husband, Kenneth, of Chandler, AZ and Deborah Lackey and her husband, David, of North Carolina; nine grandchildren, Nathan, Neil and Heather Hunsperger, Kendrick and Justin Whitney, Shauna Forshee and Christopher Brown, Denise and Benjamin Lackey; his great grandchildren, Branden, Kile, Isabella, Olive, Stella, Nicholas, Jake, Jena and Kolby; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call from 9 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 15, 2018, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will follow at 10 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Robert McCrory, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Hudson Falls, officiating.

Burial will follow at Morningside Cemetery in Hartford.

The family suggests memorials in the form of contributions to the First Baptist Church, 118 Main St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or the Hartford Volunteer Fire Company, 8118 State Route 40, Hartford, New York 12838-0121.

Paul’s family would like to thank the nurses and doctors at the Glens Falls Hospital, as well as John Madolare, Sandy McFarren, Jim and Lettie Hays, Marilyn Wicks and Gary, Pat and Mike Smith, for all their care and compassion

Frances L. “Frannie” Hafner

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HUDSON FALLS – Frances L. “Frannie” Hafner, 93, Hudson Falls, passed on Sunday, September 02, 2018, at Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on April 4, 1925 in Fort Edward, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Marie (Bavero) LaSarso.

Fran graduated from Fort Edward High School in 1942 and a year later began working at Sandy Hill Iron and Brass in Hudson Falls.   She continued there until her marriage on December 30, 1956 to Karl R. Hafner.

Fran stayed home to raise her five children and once they were in school, she began working nights at Aggies Market in Hudson Falls.   In 1977, she started at the Washington County Office of Aging (NEWCO), retiring in 1995.

Fran was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls and a member of the Fort Edward Hospital Guild.

The most important part of Fran’s life was her family and friends.  She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and siblings.

Besides her parents, her husband, Karl Hafner passed away in 1982 and her grandson, Charles R. Hafner II died in 1979. Her brothers, Angelo LaSarso and Michael LaSarso, and her sisters, Laura Toombs, Dorothy LaSarso Freeman, Joanna McCurry, Josephine Munro and Grace Fragola LaSarso also predeceased her.

Survivors include her five children, Charles and Joan Hafner of Norway, Maine, Kathleen Hafner of Hudson Falls, Susan Hafner-Greene of Queensbury, Edward Hafner of Hudson Falls and John and Tammy Hafner of Queensbury; her five grandchildren, Miles and Ashley Hafner, James and Brittany Hafner, and Charly Ann and Ezekiel Newhall, all of Maine, Kristen Greene and Peter Noordsy and Justin Hafner, of Queensbury;  her four great grandchildren, Nolan and McKinleigh Hafner and Peyton and Zachary Hafner;  her brothers, Frank LaSarso and Maryann Osborne and Nicholas and Joan LaSarso, all of Fort Edward; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

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

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, on the park in Hudson Falls.

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

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, 11 Wall St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Online condolences may be sent to www.carletonfuneralhome.com.

Thomas “Tom” H. Clum

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QUEENSBURY – Thomas “Tom” H. Clum, 69, of Luzerne Road, passed away peacefully, with his loving family by his side, on Friday, August 24, 2018 at his home.

Born on February 11, 1949, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late George and Leanora (Fitzpatrick) Clum.

Tom was a 1967 graduate of South Glens Falls High School.  Soon after his graduation, he began his 41-year career with the Glens Falls Post Office.

On August 27, 1977, he married Teresa Wood at the the Township Baptist Church. They have spent 41 wonderful years together.

Tom enjoyed going to Lebanon Valley Speedway to watch the drag races and also enjoyed watching NASCAR, especially Jeff Gordon.  He loved playing sports and spent many hours playing basketball and tennis.  Tom also enjoyed watching all kinds of sports on TV, except golf.

He spent many years homeschooling his three children, on top of working full time.  Tom loved hard, played hard and worked hard.  He was a talented craftsman, having built all kinds of shaker style furniture.  Adding to his other interests, Tom was an avid gardener.  Every year more and more of his yard became the garden.  He had a great sense of humor, always willing to help anyone in need.  Tom was a kind and loving husband, father, poppa, brother, uncle and friend and will be greatly missed.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings, Joan Rivers, Linda DuFour, Peter Clum and Michael Clum.

Left behind to carry on his memory, his loving wife of 41 years, Teresa “Terri” Clum of Queensbury; his children, Tommy Clum, Bethany Smith and Kristen Jarrett, all of Queensbury; his adopted daughter, Brandy Shoemaker and her husband, Bob of Hannacroix; poppa to his grandkids, Jesse Clum, Kennedy Smith, Deshun Jarrett and Reathalynn Swift, Scarlett Bain, Shylee Bain and Waylon Shoemaker; his siblings, David Clum and his wife, Vicki of Panama City, FL, Marion Kohls of Queensbury and Virginia Boisclair and her husband, Norman of South Glens Falls; his mother in law, Viola Ladock of Berne; his sisters in law, Linda Clum of  Gansevoort and Patricia Clum of Hudson Falls; his brother in law, John Wood and his wife, Starleen of Middleburgh; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Thursday, August 30, 2018, from 1 to 3 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Services will be conducted at 3 p.m. on Thursday, following the calling hours, at the funeral home, with the Reverend Loren Gage, officiating.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Estherville Animal Shelter, 100 Russell Road, Greenfield Center, NY 12833.

 

Douglas “Doug” J. Koos

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HUDSON FALLS – Douglas “Doug” J. Koos, 61, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at the Glens Falls Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on July 23, 1957 in Huntington, Long Island, he was the son of Aurore (Brown) Koos and the late Joseph Koos.

Doug was a 1975 graduate of Hudson Falls High School and continued his education at Adirondack Community College, earning his Associates of Science Degree.

On July 1, 1985, he married Melissa Noon at Hudson Falls United Methodist Church.

For the past 24 years, Doug has worked for Hollingworth and Vose in Greenwich.

He was a faithful member of the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church.   Doug also belonged to the Kingsbury Barnstormers and the Hudson Falls Fish and Game Club, where he was on the pistol league.

He enjoyed spending time at hunting camp in Forestport.  The joy of his life was spending days at Hadlock pond and fishing with kids.  Doug loved being outdoors and celebrating his favorite holiday, the 4th of July.

Those left behind to carry on his memory include his loving wife, Melissa Koos of Hudson Falls; his son, Joseph Koos of Princeton; his mother, Aurore Koos of Glens Falls; his sister, Diane Seney of Mayfield; and many nieces and nephews, whom he loved very much.

Doug’s family wishes to thank the staff on Tower 2 Floor 2 and Dr. Yun, who is one of the most compassionate doctors the family has met.

Friends may call on Tuesday, August 28, 2018, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, at the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church at 227 Main Street, with the Rev. Patti Molik, pastor, officiating.

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

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church, 227 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839, the Sloan Kettering Hospital, 1275 York Ave, New York, NY 10065 or any charity of your choice.