Cheryl D. Ash

HUDSON FALLS – Cheryl D. (Hallenbeck) Ash, 77, of Hudson Falls and Argyle, passed away peacefully, following a long illness on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at the Washington Center in Argyle with her family by her side.

Born July 7, 1946, in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Bertha (LaFountaine) Hallenbeck.

Cheryl was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School.

Following graduation, she enlisted in the United States Navy and served until her honorable discharge in 1969. Her last assignment with the Navy was at the Naval War College in Newport Rhode Island.

She was employed for many years as a legal secretary for McPhillips, Fitzgerald, Myers, & McLenithan Law Associates at their Hudson Falls office. Cheryl also worked for Reality USA in Saratoga Springs as a licensed salesperson.

While visiting friends in Delaware, Cheryl married the love of her life, Rodger Ash. Upon returning to Hudson Falls, the newlyweds found out Cheryl’s mother arranged for Rodger and Cheryl to say their vows at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s McManus Hall.

Following her retirement, Cheryl was a dedicated volunteer for RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) driving people to their medical appointments, and, with VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) filing taxes for those in need.

Cheryl was an avid reader and loved mystery novels. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, making jewelry, and was always trying to knit. She loved being on the water. It didn’t matter if it was a canal, lake, ocean, or river, she always found peace. She enjoyed spending time on her “party boat” (pontoon boat) cruising up and down the canal. During election time, you could always find Cheryl at the Argyle Firehouse performing her duty as a Poll Worker. Most of all, Cheryl absolutely adored and loved her grandchildren. She could never get enough time with them.

In addition to her parents, Cheryl is predeceased by her husband, Rodger; her brother, Charles “Chuck” Hallenbeck; and Rodger’s son, Scott Ash.

Survivors include her loving son, Todd Simpson (Stephannie Siwik-Simpson) of Argyle; her grandsons, Darien, and Fraser Siwik-Simpson of Argyle; her brother, Kurt Hallenbeck (Kathleen) of Hudson Falls; and her partner in crime, and longtime best friend, Carol Mullen of Hudson Falls.

Cheryl is also survived by her niece Dawn Hallenbeck of Florida, and nephews, Keene Hallenbeck (Ria) and their children of Florida, and Joshua Hallenbeck (Paula) and children of Argyle. Cheryl is also survived by Rodger’s children and grandchildren whom she loved like her own. They include Tracy Dunphy (Bill) and children of Greenwich, Jeff Ash and his children of Argyle, Sue Berg, and Sharon Ash, both of Greenwich.

Cheryl’s family would like to thank Carol Mullen for the care, compassion, and unconditional love she provided to Cheryl and her family throughout the years. The many trips to dialysis for treatment, countless hours spent with Cheryl while she was in the hospital, the bottomless cookie jar, and dedication to Cheryl will always be gratefully appreciated.

Calling hours will be held on Saturday, March 30, 2024, from 2 pm to 4 pm at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A funeral service will be held at 4 pm on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at the funeral home immediately following calling hours.

Rite of Committal will take place in the future at the Greenwich Cemetery where Cheryl will be laid to rest next to her husband at a private service.

Donations in Cheryl’s name may be made to the Argyle Rescue Squad, 5 Sheridan Street, Argyle, NY 12809.